the yen

noun

technical

: the value of the yen compared with the value of the money of other countries

The yen fell against the U.S. dollar.

Examples of the yen in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Analysts say Bessent’s actions aim to prevent Japan from selling its dollar assets – like Treasuries – to boost the value of the yen. — John Towfighi, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2026

There’s room for the yen to weaken if assumptions about the pace of Bank of Japan policy tightening become more dovish, according to Goldman Sachs. — Justina Lee, CNBC, 21 Sep. 2026

The Bank of Japan raised interest rates to a three-decade high on Friday, but the yen sank against the dollar on fears the pace of hikes might be slower than expected. — September 18, CBS News, 18 Sep. 2026

While Bessent has not been as successful bringing the behemoth bond market to heel with his comments this week, his results with the yen and his reputation as a successful hedge fund manager may offer him some leeway for now, said Kikis. — Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 10 Sep. 2026

Rhymes for the yen

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