Russia Industrial Output fell from previous 3.7% to -0.8% in December

Feb 27, 2026

USD/JPY slips as US PPI beats expectations, BoJ tightening bolsters Yen

USD/JPY hovers around 156.00 on Friday at the time of writing, down 0.08% on the day, despite the release of stronger-than-expected US Producer Price Index (PPI) data. The move reflects a measured market reaction, with the US Dollar (USD) struggling to extend its rebound after the inflation figures.

EUR/USD steadies as strong US PPI data fails to lift Dollar

EUR/USD steadies on Friday, extending the range-bound price action that has defined trading so far this week. The Euro (EUR) remains relatively firm after the US Dollar (USD) failed to build on stronger-than-expected US Producer Price Index (PPI) data.