Japan spent record $96.5 billion to support yen over past month, ministry data shows — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/japan-spent-record-96-5-billion-to-support-yen-over-past-month-ministry-data-showsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Japan spent record $96.5-98.7 billion supporting yenhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/japan-spent-record-96-5-billion-to-support-yen-over-past-month-ministry-data-showshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/japan-spent-record-96-5-billion-to-support-yen-over-past-month-ministry-data-shows#u53255Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:51:29 +0000Japan's government spent a record amount, reported between $96.5 billion and $98.7 billion, to support the yen over the past month. The intervention's impact and effectiveness are being assessed. The yen has faced significant pressure, prompting joint actions with the US. The spending details were revealed through ministry data and reports from various news sources.Why it mattersThe Japanese government's actions aim to stabilize the yen and mitigate economic impacts. A weaker yen can increase import costs and affect Japan's trade balance. The interventions reflect the gover