TOKYO -- The yen has sharply reversed direction against the dollar after hitting historic lows as speculative traders close out short positions before the upcoming holidays.
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The yen pushed into the lower half of the 147 range to the dollar on Nov. 21, strengthening to a level not seen since mid-September. (Photo by Nanami Sato)
TOKYO -- The yen has sharply reversed direction against the dollar after hitting historic lows as speculative traders close out short positions before the upcoming holidays.