Goldman Says Yen Becoming Better Hedge Against AI Market Shock
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If AI-heavy equities are now a macro factor, the yen becoming a cleaner hedge against an AI-driven risk-off move matters for treasury and fund allocation. Operators with large exposure to AI vendors should expect more macro hedging around their names, which can amplify volatility around AI news.
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