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Bloomberg reports that the yen's weakness has become a growing concern for Japanese policymakers because of its effect on import prices and household costs. Officials have stepped up warnings, with Vice Finance Minister Atsushi Mimura signaling readiness to act.
Possible FX intervention could strengthen the yen and reduce its import cost pressure, which would weigh on the dollar-yen rate. Feed buyers in Japan would see some relief on import costs if intervention happens.
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