NFP

The US dollar remained close to familiar levels after July inflation data matched consensus across headline and core measures. Softer jobs data and another decline in inflation have pushed more hawkish Federal Reserve expectations out of immediate focus.

The US dollar remained broadly steady after July inflation data landed in line with market expectations, limiting volatility across major markets. Softer jobs momentum and another cooling inflation reading have pushed more hawkish Federal Reserve expectations into the background for now.

USD/JPY has stabilized around the 157.50 to 157.80 area after a sharp retreat from the 163.00 zone, with oversold technical signals helping the pair find a near-term floor. Traders are weighing the impact of major intervention, uncertain Bank of Japan tightening prospects, and reduced expectations for two Federal Reserve hikes before year-end.