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Global Market: Yen carry trade under pressure as currency surge raises unwind fears
Japan's yen has reached a seven-month high, impacting global financial markets. Investors are reassessing the yen carry trade strategy due to potential Bank of Japan rate increases. This strategy involves borrowing yen at low rates for higher-yield investments elsewhere. Annualized returns on dollar-yen trades have decreased significantly from previous years. Markets are watching for a gradual yen rise or a rapid appreciation forcing position unwinds.
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