Japan's Finance Minister Katayama says decided on energy subsidy as an emergency step, adds FX movements have been driven partly by speculators

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Speculators can move easily due to the Bank of Japan and the summit.
There has been some speculative trading in oil markets and authorities will do their utmost to respond to currency moves at any time.
The ministry is prepared to take necessary actions against market volatility and is watching financial markets with an extremely high level of vigilance.

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Japan's Finance Minister's comments highlight a heightened awareness of speculative pressures affecting the JPY, suggesting potential volatility ahead. His emphasis on market vigilance and readiness to intervene signals that the BoJ may act to stabilize the currency, which could prompt shifts in FX and broader market sentiment. These statements may also indirectly influence expectations for future monetary policy adjustments as authorities respond to external pressures.

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