BOJ to hold rate on rate hike in April: Nikkei

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The yen hovered near 159 per dollar as expectations grew that the Bank of Japan would hold rates in April. The cautious stance reflects uncertainty around the economic impact of the Middle East conflict and rising energy costs.

With markets now shifting expectations toward a potential move in June, the lack of immediate tightening has kept pressure on the yen. Higher oil prices and weaker growth prospects continue to weigh on Japan’s outlook, limiting currency strength.

R1: 159.20S1: 158.10
R2: 160.00S2: 157.60
R3: 161.30S3: 156.80