Covid-19 has got the FX markets concerned, but equity markets are remaining remarkably resilient, with bond markets rallying and yields falling. Despite this spike in JPY/USD, listen to the podcast to hear Derek Halpenny, Head of Research for Global Markets EMEA and International Securities, provide his insight on why he feels the yen won't lose its safe haven status anytime soon and the future of equity market buoyancy.

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