GBP/USD, USD/JPY Targets

 | Sep 19, 2014 06:29AM ET

h2 Friday Focus

"The Scots said ‘NO’ and a fortnight of volatility can now fade away, even if the long-term implications of the vote will continue to be felt. While Chair Yellen spoke dovishly, it is clear that the Fed is still marching steadily towards the exit from QE and zero rates. That’s going to support the dollar.

So far, the response in equity, credit and emerging markets is far more sanguine than during 2013’s ‘Taper Tantrum’ but USD will make gains across G10 FX.