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Yen Outperforms On Core Yield Pull Back, EUR/JPY Tests 100-day MA Support

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Yen was the only G10 currency to hold steady against the USD for Tuesday's session. The pair tracks near 147.15 in early Wednesday trade, outperforming on all major crosses.

  • We did see dips sub 146.60 in the NY session as US yields pulled back amid weaker data. However, this proved to be short lived.
  • In terms of levels, on the topside, yesterday’s highs at 147.45 represent a short-term target, however, more notable key short-term resistance does not come in to play until 148.51, the Nov 30 high. Recent lows rest at 146.23.
  • Dovish ECB speak also aided yen outperformance against the EUR, and contributed to a broader core yield shift lower. EUR/JPY tested sub its 100-day MA (158.72) but sits slightly higher now, last near 158.90.
  • Equity sentiment was mixed, which also aided yen outperformance against higher beta plays, particularly the AUD. AUD/JPY is back to 96.40/45, not too far off mid Nov lows near 96.00.
  • The local data calendar is empty today.

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