Japan Currency Official Vows to Stabilize Markets Amid Tariff Turmoil - WSJ

1. Japan's top currency diplomat seeks stability amidst U.S. tariff fears. 2. The Nikkei fell 3.9% as tariff impacts weighed on investor sentiment. 3. Discussion on foreign-exchange rates may add upward pressure on the yen. 4. Japan has limited negotiating power regarding tariff exemptions from the U.S. 5. Bank of Japan may consider interest rate hikes to mitigate tariff effects.