Yen Carry Trade Unwind (2): Japan Hit a 31-Year High Rate. Why Aren’t Its Insurers Selling?
Japan raised rates to a 31-year high, but the yen fell and nobody rushed for the exit. A new insurance rule explains why the big sellers are staying put.
Stock markets, macro trends, and geopolitical shifts — explained for the beginning investor.
Japan raised rates to a 31-year high, but the yen fell and nobody rushed for the exit. A new insurance rule explains why the big sellers are staying put.
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