Japanese yen weakened, USD/JPY up 0.4% on Friday after prior 2% drop, following reported government intervention at 160 yen level.
Softer-than-expected Tokyo CPI for April and BOJ’s hawkish stance kept inflation pressures low while signaling further rate hikes.
Dollar index rose slightly in Asian trade after April’s near‑2% loss, with safe‑haven demand wavering amid US‑Iran tensions.
Federal Reserve meeting showed growing opposition to easing, reducing expectations of rate cuts, while President Trump considered new military action.