The nominal yield on 6-month T-bills is 6%, while default-free Japanese bonds that mature in 6 months have a nominal rate of 3.5%. In the spot exchange market, 1 yen equals $0.011. If interest rate parity holds, what is the 6-month forward exchange rate? Round the answer to five decimal places. Do not round intermediate calculations.

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The nominal yield on 6-month T-bills is 6%, while default-free Japanese bonds that mature in 6 months have a nominal rate of 3.5%. In the spot exchange market, 1 yen equals $0.011. If interest rate parity holds, what is the 6-month forward exchange rate? Round the answer to five decimal places. Do not round intermediate calculations.

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