Bessent’s Rebuke to BOJ’s Cautious Approach Sends Yen Higher

Bessent’s Rebuke to BOJ’s Cautious Approach Sends Yen Higher

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Japan’s Nikkei Stock Average Slips from Record Peak on Concerns over BOJ Policy, Stronger Yen

TOKYO, Aug 14 (Reuters) – Japan’s Nikkei share average slipped on Thursday, pulling back from the record high reached in the previous session, amid concerns over the Bank of Japan’s (BOJ) potential policy shift and a stronger yen.

Asia stocks pause after rally; yen gains on Scott Bessent's comments

The MSCI Asia Pacific Index fell 0.2% as Japanese stocks slid 1.1%

The Yen Surges Following U.S. Criticism of Japan's Policy - Blockchain & Cryptocurrencies Tabloid

Yen outperforms major currencies after U.S. Treasury Secretary criticizes BOJ policy, impacting crypto markets.