Japan’s prime minister Sanae Takaichi used her X account on Tuesday to clarify comments made during a campaign rally that some analysts read as an acceptance of a weaker yen. She stressed that the government does not intend to engineer currency moves, aiming to avoid market speculation or any policy shift that could destabilize trade balances.

The yen has slipped past 150 per dollar in recent weeks, pressuring import‑dependent manufacturers while boosting overseas demand for Japanese goods. Investors watch the Bank of Japan for clues on whether it will intervene or adjust its ultra‑easy stance, a decision that could sway equity and bond markets.

Market participants will gauge any shift in Takaichi’s tone for signals of upcoming fiscal or diplomatic steps. A sudden yen rally could tighten export margins, while further depreciation may force the BOJ to reconsider its yield‑curve control. Traders should monitor upcoming G‑20 meetings for coordinated currency discussions.