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Could UK prices be affected?

While the direct impact on UK prices from the yen's fall is usually small, a weaker yen can make Japanese imports, like cars or electronics, cheaper for UK consumers. However, global economic shifts, like energy prices or supply chain issues, often have a much bigger influence on your everyday shopping basket.

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