Tue, 13 Jan 2026 08:38:41 +0000

The yen has come under double pressure

The yen has come under double pressure—from domestic political instability and expectations surrounding the economic policy of the new government. 🗳️ Political factor: Snap electionsJapan’s Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi (who took office in October 2025), is considering dissolving the lower house of parliament as early as next week.Why does this weigh on the yen? Markets expect that a Takaichi election victory would cement her…