Japan's core inflation rate reached 3.2% in January 2025, which is the highest in the past 19 months. This rate exceeded the projected 3.1% and the December rate of 3.0%. The data reinforced expectations of a possible interest rate hike by the Bank of Japan. Despite the fact that USD/JPY met the support in the previously described range of 149.00-150.50, it should be noted that expectations of the Bank of Japan's policy tightening on the back of rising inflation will continue to support the pair. against the backdrop of rising inflation will support the national currency and put pressure on USD/JPY. put pressure on USD/JPY quotes. When planning deals on purchase, it is necessary to take into account the associated risks.