Silver prices climbed above the $60 mark, trading around $60.10 per troy ounce during Asian hours on Friday, according to FX Street. This rise comes amid easing inflation fears and a decline in US Treasury yields, factors that have supported precious metals.

Simultaneously, the New Zealand Dollar gained strength against the US Dollar, with the NZD/USD pair reaching near 0.5615 in early Asian trading hours, surpassing the 0.5600 threshold. The softer US Dollar and lower yields have contributed to this currency move.

For Japanese investors, these developments highlight the ongoing impact of global inflation dynamics and Federal Reserve policy on commodity prices and FX markets, areas closely watched for their influence on export and import valuations.