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Mar 2024
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BoJ hikes, scraps yield curve control, b...

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Send us Fan Mail BoJ ends negative rates and yield curve control in historic move. But yen can’t catch a break as Ueda signals ongoing accommodative stance. Aussie also under pressure as RBA tones down tightening bias. Dollar resumes climb before Fed comes into the limelight. Risk Warning: Our services involve a significant risk and can result in the loss o ... Show More
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