USD/JPY off more overnight, to 149.40 in NY after 150.00 break, stops
Asia so far 149.65 to 149.29 EBS, continuing lower, few bids
That said, players cautious over a possible rebound, any short-covering
Not clear however how much market now long yen, may not be that much?
Some support eyed @149.00 but nothing tech-wise till 148.65 low Dec 3 '24
Soggy US yields, firm JGB yields to remain JPY supportive
Seems expectations for more BOJ hikes rising by the day nL2N3OO013
Tokyo still sees chance of March hike slim but larger in May, June, July
Some option expiries nearby today - 149.00 $350 mln, 150.50 $350 mln
More massive expiries at 150.00 next week, to help cap spot next week?
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