Dollar Falls to 143.23 Against Yen on June 2 Amid US-China Tensions; Nikkei 225 Drops 551 Points

The dollar weakened against the Japanese yen on June 2, 2025, with the USD/JPY exchange rate falling by 0.3% to 143.59 early in the day and extending its decline to a session low of 143.23, representing a 0.56% drop. This decline marked the lowest level in about a week, driven by market concerns over ongoing tensions between the United States and China. Meanwhile, the Tokyo stock market experienced a decrease, with the Nikkei 225 index closing the morning session down 551.08 points at 37,414.02. The yen traded in the upper 143 range throughout the day, reflecting cautious investor sentiment amid geopolitical uncertainties.