USD/JPY Plunges Below 147 as Weakening U.S. Labor Market Sparks Rate Cut Expectations and Yen Gains
The USD/JPY pair fell below 147 for the first time in over a month, driven by weak U.S. labor market data and rising Fed rate cut expectations. With job openings hitting a 3-year low, traders anticipate earlier policy easing, boosting the yen and pressing the dollar lower. Technicals confirm bearish momentum—watch key support near 145.