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JPY to USD 2025 Forecasts

Analysis of recent yen → dollar forecasts for 2025. We collate forecasts from respected FX analysts together with the latest Japanese yen to US dollar performance and trends.

 
 

The USD to JPY exchange rate has seen a mix of influences recently, leading to various forecast expectations. The U.S. dollar (USD) has gained strength ahead of the FOMC minutes, buoyed by a risk-averse market environment and geopolitical concerns, reinforcing its status as a safe-haven currency. Analysts note that the dollar could face downward pressure if upcoming GDP figures indicate a contraction, as anticipated.

Amidst rising tariffs and trade tensions, including a significant 24% reciprocal tariff on Japanese goods, the Japanese yen (JPY) has shown resilience. Adverse economic developments in the U.S. could further impact the USD/JPY pair, with significant implications for trade balances and investor sentiment. Forecasts from MUFG Research suggest a projected exchange rate of 154.00 for the yen against the dollar by Q1 2025, declining gradually to 148.00 by Q4 2025. However, the yen’s depreciation against the dollar may necessitate adjustments to these projections.

Current price data shows that the USD/JPY is trading at 144.0, which is notably 1.4% lower than its three-month average of 146. This range of 140.9 to 151.0 reflects the currency pair's relative stability over recent months. Additionally, oil prices have recently dipped to 14-day lows near 63.90, significantly underperforming their three-month average of 67.32. This decline in oil prices, which affects global risk sentiment, could further influence the demand for both currencies, as the yen is often viewed favorably during periods of commodity price volatility.

Overall, the future of the USD/JPY exchange rate hinges on macroeconomic conditions, trade policies, and global market stability. As such, individuals and businesses should remain attentive to these evolving dynamics to make informed decisions regarding international transactions.

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JPY to USD Market Data

Japanese yen (JPY) to US dollar (USD) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.

 
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JPY to USD at 0.006942 is 1.3% above its 3-month average of 0.006851, having traded in a relatively stable 7.2% range from 0.006621 to 0.007099
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DateJPY/USDPeriod
10 May 2025
0.006879
2 Week
23 Feb 2025
0.006693
3 Month
24 May 2024
0.006371
1 Year
25 May 2020
0.009286
5 Year
27 May 2015
0.008099
10 Year
29 May 2005
0.009269
20 Year
JPY/USD historic rates
 

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