EUR/USD Approaches YTD Highs Near 1.1050 on Expectations of Fed Rate Cuts
EUR/USD Approaches YTD Highs Near 1.1050 on Expectations of Fed Rate Cuts The EUR/USD pair climbed to year-to-date (YTD) highs, nearing 1.1040, during early European trading on Monday. This rise is supported by a broad weakening of the US Dollar (USD) amid increasing speculation that the Federal Reserve (Fed) might cut interest rates in September. […]
WTI Trades with Modest Losses Below $77.00, Downside Potential Limited
WTI Trades with Modest Losses Below $77.00, Downside Potential Limited West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil prices are struggling to build on the previous day’s rebound from weekly lows, trading with a slight negative bias during the Asian session on Friday. The commodity is currently around the $76.70 mark, down 0.25% for the day, but […]
USD/CHF Dips Below 0.8750 Amid Risk-On Sentiment and Weaker US Dollar
USD/CHF Dips Below 0.8750 Amid Risk-On Sentiment and Weaker US Dollar The USD/CHF pair is trading lower, hovering around 0.8715 during the early European session on Friday. This decline is attributed to a softer US Dollar (USD). Meanwhile, the US Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the value of the USD against a basket of major […]
Japanese Yen Strengthens Amid Hawkish BoJ Sentiment; US Data in Focus
Japanese Yen Strengthens Amid Hawkish BoJ Sentiment; US Data in Focus The Japanese Yen (JPY) rebounded against the US Dollar (USD) on Friday, likely bolstered by Japan’s strong second-quarter GDP growth, which fuels speculation about a potential interest rate hike from the Bank of Japan (BoJ). However, the Yen may face headwinds due to political […]
Gold Price Awaiting US Macro Data for Potential Gains
Gold Price Awaiting US Macro Data for Potential Gains Gold prices (XAU/USD) saw a decline on Wednesday as investors adjusted their expectations for the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) policy after the release of US consumer inflation data. However, persistent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, expectations of the Fed initiating a rate-cutting cycle soon, and a […]
EUR/USD Steadies Above 1.1000 Ahead of US Retail Sales Data
EUR/USD Steadies Above 1.1000 Ahead of US Retail Sales Data The EUR/USD pair is holding steady near 1.1010, consolidating its gains after pulling back from a recent seven-month high during the Asian session on Thursday. The Euro (EUR) strengthened against the US Dollar (USD) after the Eurozone’s second-quarter (Q2) Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth met […]
5 Key Forex News Events You Should Follow
5 Key Forex News Events You Should Follow In the fast-paced world of currency markets, where significant movements can occur without warning, it’s crucial for new traders to understand the various economic indicators and forex news events that influence the markets. Quickly identifying which data to watch, understanding its implications, and learning how to trade […]
Asian Shares Rise, Kiwi Slumps as New Zealand Cuts Rates
Asian Shares Rise, Kiwi Slumps as New Zealand Cuts Rates Asian shares climbed on Wednesday following softer-than-expected U.S. producer price data, which bolstered hopes for mild consumer price inflation. Meanwhile, the New Zealand dollar (kiwi) tumbled after the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) cut interest rates for the first time since early 2020. European […]
EUR/USD Holds Below 1.1000 as Markets Await Eurozone GDP and US CPI Data
EUR/USD Holds Below 1.1000 as Markets Await Eurozone GDP and US CPI Data The EUR/USD pair is trading flat around 1.0990 during the early European session on Wednesday, as traders remain cautious ahead of the release of key economic data from both the Eurozone and the US. The focus is on the Eurozone’s Gross Domestic […]
Oil Retreats as Markets Shift Focus to Demand Concerns
Oil Retreats as Markets Shift Focus to Demand Concerns Oil prices declined on Tuesday, ending a five-day rally as the market shifted its focus back to concerns over demand, following OPEC’s recent downward revision of its 2024 demand growth forecast due to weaker expectations in China. Global benchmark Brent crude futures dropped by 57 cents, […]
Japanese Yen Holds Losses as US Dollar Stabilizes Ahead of Key Economic Data
Japanese Yen Holds Losses as US Dollar Stabilizes Ahead of Key Economic Data The Japanese Yen (JPY) continued its decline against the US Dollar (USD) on Tuesday, with safe-haven flows offering some support amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Japan’s parliament is set to hold a special session on August 23 to discuss […]
USD/CAD Struggles to Gain Momentum Near 1.3750 Amid Rising Crude Oil Prices; Focus Shifts to US PPI Data
USD/CAD Struggles to Gain Momentum Near 1.3750 Amid Rising Crude Oil Prices; Focus Shifts to US PPI Data The USD/CAD pair is trading slightly stronger near 1.3740 during the Asian session on Tuesday, with traders largely adopting a cautious stance ahead of key US economic data releases. The US Producer Price Index (PPI) is the […]
Australian Dollar Advances as RBA Signals Potential Rate Hike
Australian Dollar Advances as RBA Signals Potential Rate Hike The Australian Dollar (AUD) rebounded against the US Dollar (USD) on Monday, driven by hawkish sentiment surrounding the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA). Positive inflation data from China, a key trading partner, also provided support for the Aussie Dollar. RBA Governor Michele Bullock emphasized the importance […]
EUR/USD Appreciates Above 1.0900, Upside Limited by Middle East Tensions
EUR/USD Appreciates Above 1.0900, Upside Limited by Middle East Tensions The EUR/USD pair has broken its four-day losing streak, trading around 1.0920 during the Asian session on Monday. Traders are anticipating the preliminary Gross Domestic Product (GDP) data for the Eurozone’s second quarter, set for release on Wednesday. However, the Euro, being sensitive to risk, […]
What’s Moving Markets: US CPI, Retail Earnings, and UK Inflation
What’s Moving Markets: US CPI, Retail Earnings, and UK Inflation Wall Street is poised to start the week slightly higher as investors closely watch the latest inflation data, seeking confirmation that the Federal Reserve might begin cutting interest rates in September. While the quarterly earnings season is winding down, the retail sector will take center […]
EUR/USD Holds Steady Above 1.0900 After Breaking Losing Streak
EUR/USD Holds Steady Above 1.0900 After Breaking Losing Streak The EUR/USD pair managed to halt its three-day losing streak, trading around 1.0920 during the Asian session on Friday. The pair’s upward movement can be attributed to a weaker US Dollar (USD), driven by rising expectations of a dovish policy outlook from the US Federal Reserve […]
Gold Prices Slip as Recession Fears Diminish, Set for Weekly Losses
Gold Prices Slip as Recession Fears Diminish, Set for Weekly Losses Gold prices dipped in Asian trading on Friday, weighed down by positive U.S. labor data that boosted risk appetite and reduced demand for safe-haven assets. This decline put the yellow metal on track for weekly losses. In the industrial metals sector, copper prices also […]
Australian Dollar Appreciates Amid Hawkish Sentiment Surrounding RBA
Australian Dollar Appreciates Amid Hawkish Sentiment Surrounding RBA The Australian Dollar (AUD) strengthened against the US Dollar (USD) following comments from Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) Governor Michele Bullock on Thursday. Bullock emphasized the need to remain vigilant about inflation risks, indicating the possibility of further rate hikes if necessary. She noted that inflation might […]