On Wednesday, the Fed will deliver its interest rate decision. Economists expect a 25-basis point interest rate cut, placing market focus on the economic projections and press conference.

Projections for a more hawkish Fed rate path may drive the USD/JPY toward 160 on interest rate differentials. Conversely, signals for multiple Fed rate cuts may pull the USD/JPY below 150.

On Friday, the US Personal Income and Outlays Report will wrap up an important week for the USD/JPY pair. Core PCE Price Index and personal income/spending trends could influence sentiment toward a Q1 2025 Fed rate cut.

In summary, a December and a potential Q1 2025 rate cut could drag the USD/JPY toward 140. Conversely, a hawkish Fed rate cut may drive the pair toward 160.

Short-term Forecast:

Near-term USD/JPY trends will hinge on the looming Fed and Bank of Japan interest rate decisions. A narrowing in the US-Japan interest rate differential in favor of the Yen could pull the USD/JPY pair toward 140. Conversely, a BoJ hold and hawkish Fed rate cut may drive the pair toward 160.

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USD/JPY Price Action

Daily Chart

After last week’s rebound, the USD/JPY sits above the 50-day and 200-day EMAs, signaling bullish momentum tied to BoJ and Fed policy expectations.

A USD/JPY return to 155 would support a move toward the 156.884 resistance level. Furthermore, a break above the 156.884 resistance level could enable the bulls to target the crucial 160 level.

Investors should consider the economic indicators and central bank policy decisions, potentially affecting USD/JPY price trends.

Conversely, a drop below the 50-day EMA could bring the 200-day EMA and 149.358 support level into play. A fall through the 149.358 support level may signal a drop to the 140.309 support level.

The 14-day RSI at 58.33 indicates a USD/JPY climb to the 156.884 resistance level before entering overbought territory (RSI above 70).