Tokyo Inflation Beats Forecast as Yen Falls Further; Markets Test BoJ's Resolve on Policy
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Tokyo CPI inflation beat expectations, coming in at 2.7% vs 2.5% forecast.
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USD/JPY continues trading above 150.00 as markets dare BoJ to intervene.
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BoJ may be forced to adjust monetary policy if inflation persists above 2% target.
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USD/JPY exhibits bullish technical outlook, with next target around 152.00.
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Markets await US PCE data on Friday to close out trading week.