Japanese Yen: September BoJ decision shapes path – HSBC
HSBC highlights that markets now expect the Bank of Japan (BoJ) to tighten policy more quickly, with overnight index swaps implying about 75bp of cumulative hikes by April 2027 and assigning odds to a move at the 18 September meeting.
HSBC's analysis suggests market participants are anticipating the Bank of Japan (BoJ) to implement policy hikes more swiftly compared to recent years. Overnight index swaps indicate a cumulative 75 basis points (bp) of rate increases by April 2027 and even assign significant odds of a rate hike at the upcoming 18 September meeting.
This shift in expectations could potentially lead to a downtrend in USD/JPY if the BoJ adopts a more aggressive stance. Recent hawkish signals from US Treasury Secretary and BoJ Board Member have fueled these expectations. The 18 September BoJ decision is seen as a critical test for investors, who may require clearer evidence of a policy shift before making significant moves.
In addition to the BoJ's policy outlook, broader structural concerns, particularly US fiscal sustainability, could also impact the dollar.
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