The phrase "yen weakness" refers to a decrease in the value or strength of the Japanese yen compared to other currencies. It means that the yen is less valuable or has lower buying power. Full definition
Current BOJ Governor Masaaki Shirakawa's term ends in April and markets are positioned for further yen weakness as most expect him to be replaced by someone whose stance on aggressive policy easing matches that of Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. (cnbc.com)
Now that the Bank of Japan has held its long - awaited meeting, and announced stimulus measures and a higher inflation target, «we may be running out of catalysts for additional yen weakness in the short term, and we think it is quite likely that the yen gets stuck in this range for the time being,» Nordvig writes in a note to clients. (cnbc.com)
Not only will any renewed yen weakness motivate foreigners back into the Nikkei, but also higher compensation and a less deflationary outlook could eventually move additional bonus cash (thanks in part to NISA) into Japanese stock. (europacifica.com)