# Yen Surges to Three-Month High as Trump Remarks Boost Currency

The Japanese yen strengthened to a three-month high against the dollar, driven by market reactions to statements from Donald Trump that appeared to support the currency. The move reflects shifting expectations around US policy and global currency markets, with implications for Japanese exports and international trade.

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## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/aug/03/yen-trump-currency-us-japan) — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:34:06 GMT