Sterling gained 0.01% against the yen, trading at 215.65 after the BOJ announcement.

Sterling edged up 0.01% against the yen to 215.65 following the Bank of Japan's policy announcement, which maintained current rates amid cautious forward guidance. The minimal yen reaction reflects entrenched expectations for prolonged monetary accommodation in Japan, while GBP/JPY sensitivity was limited due to the absence of dovish surprises from the BOJ. The cross remains influenced by the widening UK-Japan policy rate differential, with the Bank of England expected to hold rates higher for longer compared to the BOJ’s ultra-loose stance. UK gilt yields and Japanese government bond yields will be key monitors for shifts in this differential. Traders will focus on the upcoming UK CPI release and BOJ minutes for signals on near-term policy divergence.

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