Yen holds steady as BoJ decision looms amid Fed bets and Iran war inflation fears

Japan even warned speculators before the BoJ call

The Japanese yen stayed steady as investors waited for the Bank of Japan’s policy decision. With major central banks like the US Federal Reserve also set to meet, traders are watching closely for signals on rates. Uncertainty over how the Iran war could affect inflation and growth is keeping policymakers cautious, while Japan’s finance minister warned speculators about currency volatility.