USD/JPY holds onto light gain as Hormuz closure fuels safe-haven demand

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The USD/JPY pair is trading with a neutral tone near 159.70 on Tuesday, up 0.27%, as markets react to a dramatic escalation in geopolitical tensions following headlines that the United States (US) has moved to effectively shut down traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.

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/ USD/JPY trading near 159.70 with a 0.27% gain.
/ Markets respond to geopolitical tensions as US shuts down Strait of Hormuz traffic.
/ Safe-haven demand increases due to escalation.

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USD/JPY holds onto light gain as Hormuz closure fuels safe-haven demand

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