The US dollar fell sharply against the Japanese yen for the third consecutive day amid weak retail sales data, which pressured US yields and investor sentiment. Global stock markets hit record highs, but US indices underperformed as Asian markets led gains. Gold prices remained above ,000 on expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut, while Bitcoin faced resistance near key levels. The USD/JPY pair dropped to 144.50, reflecting reduced demand for the dollar and increased safe-haven flows into the yen.
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