Michelle Gibley analyzes the BOJ's rate hike to 1% while continuing bond purchases as a mixed signal; the weak yen suggests the market expects more aggressive tightening. She notes China's domestic weakness and declining EM index weight, while Korea and Taiwan gain on AI chip demand. Elevated expectations for SK Hynix and other chipmakers create vulnerability to disappointment.
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6/16/2026 7:00:13 PM
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The yen remains weak around 160 despite the BOJ hike, suggesting the dollar-yen is rangebound until the BOJ signals faster tightening.
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AI chip demand is driving earnings in Korea and Taiwan, but elevated expectations for SK Hynix and others create vulnerability to disappointment, suggesting cautious upside for tech-related indices.
