GBP/USD Slips Below 1.2500 Amid Dovish BoE Expectations and Trump’s Tariff Plans
The GBP/USD pair reverses its three-day rally, trading near 1.2440 during Tuesday’s Asian session. The British Pound (GBP) faces mounting pressure as markets anticipate a likely rate cut by the Bank of England (BoE) to 4.5% at its next meeting. Key Drivers Behind GBP Weakness Weaker UK Economic Data: Recent economic indicators from the United […]
US Dollar Surges as Trump Revives Tariff Threats
The US dollar strengthened significantly against all major currencies after President Donald Trump and his Treasury Secretary reignited concerns about potential tariffs, raising fears that trade policies may return to the forefront. Risk-sensitive currencies, particularly those tied to China, saw sharp declines, while the euro weakened amid speculation that the European Union could soon face […]
Gold Price Retreats from Multi-Month High Amid USD Recovery
Gold price (XAU/USD) faces selling pressure at the beginning of the week, pulling back from its highest level since late October, near the $2,786 mark touched on Friday. The US Dollar (USD) has staged a modest recovery following its worst weekly performance since November 2023, which has weighed on the precious metal. However, the broader […]
NZD/USD Struggles Below 0.5700 Amid Trump’s Tariff Plans and Dovish RBNZ Expectations
The NZD/USD pair remains under pressure, trading near 0.5675 during the early Asian session on Friday. The New Zealand Dollar (NZD) faces headwinds due to uncertainty surrounding US President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs on China and the dovish outlook of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ). New Zealand’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the […]
EUR/USD Gains Support Around 1.0450 Ahead of Eurozone and US PMI Data
The EUR/USD pair found support near 1.0450 during the early Asian session on Friday, driven by weakness in the US Dollar (USD). Investors are now focusing on the preliminary January readings of the HCOB Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) for the Eurozone and Germany, set to be released later in the day. On the US front, […]
Gold Price Remains Defensive Below Multi-Month High Amid Risk-On Sentiment
Gold price (XAU/USD) came under selling pressure during the Asian session on Thursday, retreating from the multi-month high of $2,763–$2,764 touched the previous day. This decline halts a three-day winning streak. The US Dollar (USD) gained some strength from its recovery off a monthly low, supported by a rebound in US Treasury bond yields, and […]
US Data and Trump Drive Sentiment in the FX Market
The US Dollar Index (DXY) managed to recover some ground, though a breakout above the 108.00 level remains out of reach for now. Weekly Initial Jobless Claims take the spotlight alongside the EIA’s report on US crude oil inventories, providing key cues for market sentiment. The EUR/USD rally lost steam after reaching multi-week highs above […]
EUR/USD Stalls Recovery Amid Midweek Slowdown
The EUR/USD pair slipped slightly on Wednesday, losing approximately 0.1% as markets entered a quiet phase ahead of key economic data releases later in the week. U.S. President Donald Trump has temporarily paused his ongoing trade war rhetoric and threats of broad-based import taxes, leaving investors with limited drivers for market movement. Thursday’s trading session […]
EUR/USD Edges Lower Near 1.0400 Amid Trump’s Tariff Threats
The EUR/USD pair dipped slightly to around 1.0415 during Wednesday’s Asian trading session, with the Euro (EUR) under pressure against the US Dollar (USD). This decline follows US President Donald Trump’s announcement of potential tariffs on the European Union (EU). Traders now await a speech from European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde later today […]
Japanese Yen Trims Intraday Gains Against USD; Bullish Momentum Persists
The Japanese Yen (JPY) holds its ground against the US Dollar (USD) in the European session, trading just below the one-month high reached earlier on Tuesday. Renewed fears of a global trade war, sparked by US President Donald Trump’s tariff comments, coupled with expectations of a Bank of Japan (BoJ) interest rate hike later this […]
Gold Price Holds Firm Above $2,725 Amid Trade War Concerns and Fed Rate Cut Speculation
The price of gold (XAU/USD) continues to build on Monday’s rebound from the $2,689 level, maintaining a bullish trajectory for the second consecutive session. Early Tuesday, gold climbed to its highest level since November 6, trading near $2,729, fueled by U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff remarks and growing demand for safe-haven assets. Additionally, declining U.S. […]
EUR/JPY Dips Towards 161.00 as BoJ Signals Possible Rate Hike
The EUR/JPY pair slipped to approximately 161.10 during early European trading on Tuesday, as the Japanese Yen gained strength amid increasing speculation that the Bank of Japan (BoJ) may raise interest rates during its upcoming policy meeting on Friday. Additionally, market attention is turning to Germany’s ZEW Economic Sentiment Survey for January, set to be […]
Japanese Yen Weakens Below 150.00 Against USD Amid Mixed Economic Signals
The Japanese Yen (JPY) continues to lose ground during Tuesday’s Asian session, with the USD/JPY pair climbing above the critical 150.00 psychological level. A combination of modest US Dollar (USD) strength and market dynamics is driving this movement, although speculation surrounding a potential interest rate hike by the Bank of Japan (BoJ) in December is […]
EUR/USD Drops Below 1.0500 Amid French Government Crisis
The EUR/USD pair slipped to approximately 1.0490 during the early European session……
WTI Crude Oil Prices Dip Below $68.50 Amid Stronger USD and Anticipation of OPEC+ Meeting
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil is trading near $68.25 on Monday, pressured by a strengthening US Dollar (USD) and ongoing market uncertainty. A firmer USD, which makes USD-denominated commodities like oil more expensive for holders of other currencies, weighs heavily on crude prices. Key Factors Impacting WTI Prices Stronger USD and Federal Reserve Outlook: […]
Gold Price Falls Amid Renewed USD Strength, Rising US Bond Yields
Gold Price Falls Amid Renewed USD Strength, Rising US Bond Yields Gold prices opened the week under heavy selling pressure, dropping to the $2,623-$2,622 range during the Asian session. This decline halts a four-day winning streak as the US Dollar (USD) gains momentum, supported by rising US Treasury bond yields. Expectations that US President-elect Donald […]
EUR/USD Slips Below 1.0550 Amid Awaited ECB Lagarde Speech and US PMI Data
EUR/USD Slips Below 1.0550 Amid Awaited ECB Lagarde Speech and US PMI Data The EUR/USD pair extended its decline to around 1.0530 during early Asian trading on Monday, pressured by a strengthening US Dollar (USD). Traders are focusing on key events scheduled for later in the day, including European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde’s […]
Top 5 Reasons Why You Should Learn to Read Price Action
Top 5 Reasons Why You Should Learn to Read Price Action For many new traders, one of the most frustrating challenges is understanding that technical analysis doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, the key to successful trading is simpler than you think—learning how to read price action. Too often, traders load their charts with […]