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The Japanese Yen attracts fresh sellers amid reports that the BoJ will keep rates steady next week. The prevalent risk-on mood and rising US bond yields further undermine the lower-yielding JPY.

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The Japanese Yen attracts some sellers following the release of Japanese Trade Balance data. Bets that the BoJ will keep rates unchanged and elevated US bond yields also weigh on the JPY.