Cross-Asset Insights · 07 Oct · 8 min read
Why the Yen Rallies When Global Markets Sell Off
The yen often strengthens in sell-offs because of carry trade unwinds and Japan's huge foreign assets. How it works and what happened on August 5, 2024.
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