TOKYO -- Currency interventions by Japanese authorities appear to be having little effect on the yen's weakness against non-U.S. currencies, as carry trades drive the yen to historic lows against the Swiss franc, British pound and more.
Japan currency weakens amid limited intervention impact outside of dollar

The yen has weakened past the 200 mark against the pound to a roughly 16-year low. (Photo by Akitoshi Sugiura)
TOKYO -- Currency interventions by Japanese authorities appear to be having little effect on the yen's weakness against non-U.S. currencies, as carry trades drive the yen to historic lows against the Swiss franc, British pound and more.