The Japanese yen weakened past ¥162 per dollar for the first time since 1986, reigniting speculation about currency intervention after Japan spent $72.5B

The Japanese yen weakened to its lowest level against the U.S. dollar since 1986 on Tuesday, keeping investors on alert for possible intervention from Japanese authorities.

Japan's Finance Minister signals readiness to intervene as the yen nears 162 per dollar after a record $73B intervention, raising crypto carry trade