Yen Weakens After Japan Election Shock
Oct 28, 2024

The Japanese yen fell to a three-month low early Monday after the country’s ruling party lost its majority following a snap election by new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. The coalition led by the Liberal Democratic Party won 215 seats, falling short of the 233 needed for a majority. The result and ensuing political situation could ease the pace of Japan’s interest-rate hikes.