USD/JPY Stabilizes at 157.50 Following BoJ Rate Decision

USD/JPY trades steadily around 157.50, showing minimal reaction to the Bank of Japan's latest policy meeting where rates remained unchanged at -0.1%. The BoJ maintained its ultra-loose monetary policy stance despite growing inflation pressures, citing the need to support economic recovery. Market participants had largely priced in the no-change decision, resulting in muted volatility. The pair found support at 157.00 with resistance at 158.20. Japanese officials continue verbal interventions warning against excessive yen weakness, keeping traders cautious about sharp moves. Technical indicators suggest consolidation between 156.50-158.50 near term. The wide interest rate differential between the Fed and BoJ continues to support the pair, though intervention risks cap upside potential. Traders await Friday's Japanese CPI data for further direction.