Errante Academy Updates: Yen Outlook Hinges on BOJ, Politics, Fed Bets
〉Yen direction reflects Japans reflation push and a steeper yield curve, sidelining US data.
〉A quiet calendar leaves politics, BOJ intervention risk, and Fed leadership speculation as key drivers.
〉Charts hint at fading momentum and warn of a possible near term peak.
Market‑Moving Comments from President Trump
1. President Trump is speaking at a time when plenty of major issues are already in play, so traders are paying close attention to every remark he makes.
2. He stated that the country “has a bad Fed Chair,” a comment that could stir market reactions.
Instrument: USD | Sentiment: Negative
1. The Fed’s Musalem suggested that interest rates are now close to a neutral level.
2. He added that the outlook for economic growth still looks steady and strong.
Instrument: USD | Sentiment: Neutral
Short overview
1. Headline CPI rose 2.7% year‑on‑year in December, matching what economists were expecting.
2. The reading kept the slowdown intact, easing further from the recent 3.0% peak seen back in September.
Instrument: USD | Sentiment: Neutral
New Zealand Business Mood Lifts
1. Business sentiment in New Zealand jumped to its strongest level since 2014, giving markets a solid confidence boost.
2. The latest QSBO report pointed to better hiring plans and improved investment intentions across firms.
3. Activity appears to be levelling out, easing concerns about further economic slowdown.
4. Inflation pressures remain mild, supporting the view that the Reserve Bank of New Zealand is likely finished with rate cuts for now.
Instrument: NZD | Sentiment: Positive
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