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Australian Dollar Weakens Amid Concerns Over Trump’s Trade Policies and Mixed Chinese Data

Australian Dollar Weakens Amid Concerns Over Trump’s Trade Policies and Mixed Chinese Data

The Australian Dollar (AUD) ended its three-day winning streak against the US Dollar (USD) on Monday, with the AUD/USD pair trading flat following the release of mixed Chinese Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) data. As a close trade partner, Australia’s economy is heavily influenced by China’s economic performance. China’s National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reported that […]

Gold Price Remains Defensive Below Multi-Month High Amid Risk-On Sentiment

Gold Price Holds 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 […]

Top 5 Reasons Why You Should Learn to Read Price Action

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 […]

Australian Dollar Strengthens on Hawkish RBA Comments; Risks Remain Amid US-China Tensions

Australian Dollar Gains on Hawkish RBA Remarks Despite US-China Tensions

Australian Dollar Strengthens on Hawkish RBA Comments; Risks Remain Amid US-China Tensions The Australian Dollar (AUD) extended its rally for a third consecutive session on Friday, buoyed by hawkish remarks from Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) Governor Michele Bullock. However, the AUD/USD pair may encounter headwinds as the United States prepares to introduce new measures […]

Gold Price Eases as USD Strength Weighs Ahead of Key US CPI Release

Gold Price Eases as USD Strength Weighs Ahead

Gold Price Eases as USD Strength Weighs Ahead of Key US CPI Release Gold (XAU/USD) has trimmed part of its modest intraday recovery gains but continues to hold above $2,600 in early European trading on Wednesday. Investors’ cautious sentiment around US President-elect Donald Trump’s potential trade tariffs and their impact on global markets has led […]

The Role of Technical Analysis in Trading Major Forex Pairs

The Role of Technical Analysis in Trading Major Forex Pairs In forex trading, a solid understanding of major currency pairs is key for traders. Pairs like EUR/USD, GBP/USD, USD/JPY, and USD/CHF are among the most actively traded and hold great significance. Due to their high volume, these pairs offer enhanced liquidity and market efficiency. To […]

Australian Dollar Declines Amid Market Caution

Australian Dollar Declines Amid Market Caution The Australian Dollar (AUD) edged lower against the US Dollar (USD) on Thursday, though the AUD/USD pair experienced minor gains as the USD softened slightly with a modest dip in US Treasury yields. The AUD might find some support from the hawkish tone surrounding the Reserve Bank of Australia […]

How to Use Forex Technical Analysis to Gain Insights on Market Trends

How to Use Forex Technical Analysis for Market Trend Insights

How to Use Forex Technical Analysis to Gain Insights on Market Trends Forex trading provides opportunities to profit from market fluctuations, but understanding trends and key data is crucial for effective trading. This is where technical analysis becomes essential, as it focuses on price movements and trading volume to uncover patterns and market direction. What […]

New Zealand Dollar Hits Seven-Week Low After RBNZ Cuts Interest Rate by 50 bps

New Zealand Dollar Hits Seven-Week Low After RBNZ Cuts Interest Rate by 50 bps

New Zealand Dollar Hits Seven-Week Low After RBNZ Cuts Interest Rate by 50 bps The New Zealand Dollar (NZD) has dropped to its lowest level since mid-August, following the Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s (RBNZ) decision to cut the Official Cash Rate (OCR) by 50 basis points, lowering it from 5.25% to 4.75% at the […]

Australian Dollar Slips as China Holds Back on Major Stimulus Measures

Australian Dollar Slips as China Holds Back on Major Stimulus Measures

Australian Dollar Slips as China Holds Back on Major Stimulus Measures The Australian Dollar (AUD) extended its decline on Tuesday, pressured by comments from the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) of China. During a press conference, China’s state planner acknowledged that the country’s economy is facing increasingly complex internal and external challenges. The lack […]

Japanese Yen Declines as US Dollar Strengthens Ahead of ADP Employment Report

Japanese Yen Weakens as US Dollar Gains Strength Ahead of ADP Employment Report

Japanese Yen Declines as US Dollar Strengthens Ahead of ADP Employment Report The Japanese Yen (JPY) weakened against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday, as uncertainty grows around the possibility of future interest rate hikes by the Bank of Japan (BoJ). The BoJ’s Summary of Opinions from September’s Monetary Policy Meeting indicated no immediate plans […]

How to Trade the EUR/AUD Currency Pair

How to Trade the EUR/AUD Currency Pair

How to Trade the EUR/AUD Currency Pair Did you know that the European Union (EU) is Australia’s second-largest trading partner? Trade between the two has grown to nearly €50 billion in goods and close to €30 billion in services. This strong trade relationship influences the EUR/AUD exchange rate, which presents significant opportunities for traders. Below, […]

Bank of Japan Keeps Interest Rate Unchanged in September, As Expected

Bank of Japan Keeps Interest Rate

Bank of Japan Keeps Interest Rate Unchanged in September, As Expected On Friday, the Bank of Japan (BoJ) announced that it would maintain its short-term interest rate target between 0.15% and 0.25%, following a two-day monetary policy review. This decision aligned with market expectations. Back in July, the BoJ surprised markets by raising the policy […]

Gold Price Declines as Traders Await US PMI Data

Gold Price Declines as Traders Await US PMI Data

Gold Price Declines as Traders Await US PMI Data The price of gold (XAU/USD) is under pressure, falling on Tuesday due to a stronger US Dollar (USD) and rising US Treasury bond yields. Despite this, expectations of a potential interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve (Fed) in September may provide some support for […]

How to Trade the EUR/CHF Currency Pair

How to Trade the EUR/CHF Currency Pair

How to Trade the EUR/CHF Currency Pair Although Switzerland is not a member of the European Union (EU), it maintains a close relationship with the EU through over 100 bilateral treaties, allowing it to participate in some aspects of the EU’s single market. Historically, the Swiss franc was pegged to the euro at a rate […]

Gold Price Gains Momentum as Traders Await US GDP Data

Gold Price Gains Momentum as Traders Await US GDP Data Gold prices (XAU/USD) are recovering on Thursday, bouncing back from weekly lows in the sub-$2,500 region per troy ounce. The potential for US interest rate cuts is boosting gold demand, as lower interest rates decrease the opportunity cost of holding non-yielding gold. Political uncertainty in […]

Australian Dollar Advances on Improved Risk Sentiment

Australian Dollar Advances on Improved Risk Sentiment

Australian Dollar Advances on Improved Risk Sentiment The Australian Dollar (AUD) has moved higher against the US Dollar (USD) on Tuesday, hovering just below the seven-month high of 0.6798 reached on Monday. The downside for the AUD/USD pair appears limited as traders anticipate diverging policy outlooks between the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) and the […]

Gold Price Holds Below $2,500 as Traders Await Powell’s Speech

Gold Price Holds Below $2,500 as Traders

Gold Price Holds Below $2,500 as Traders Await Powell’s Speech Gold (XAU/USD) is seeing some dip-buying on the last trading day of the week, partially recovering from Thursday’s over 1% drop to a weekly low. The US Dollar (USD) is struggling to build on its overnight rebound from the year-to-date low, due to expectations of […]