61. A weaker yen allows Japanese exporters to price their products more competitively in overseas markets. 62. A weaker yen boosts the profits of export companies when repatriated to Japan. 63. A weaker yen can weigh on Japanese government bonds because a falling Japanese currency means less return to investors who convert their proceeds into stronger currencies. 64. A weaker yen could help a recovery by making Japanese exports cheaper and, therefore, more attractive abroad. 65. A weaker yen could spur inflation by making imports into Japan more expensive. 66. A weaker yen could weigh on domestic bonds by reducing the allure of yen-denominated debt. 67. A weaker yen could weigh on Japanese bonds by boosting the competitiveness of Japanese products abroad and helping to jump-start the economy. 68. A weaker yen enables exporters to keep prices down overseas, and allows them to book larger profits when they repatriate earnings. 69. A weaker yen gives Japanese carmakers flexibility in pricing vehicles sold abroad and boosts profits when dollars earned overseas are repatriated. 70. A weaker yen helps Japanese exporters price their products more competitively in foreign markets and boosts dollar-denominated profits when repatriated. |