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Australian Dollar Rises Amid Risk-On Sentiment, Focus Shifts to RBA Rate Decision

Australian Dollar Gains as Risk Sentiment Improves, RBA Decision in Focus

The Australian Dollar (AUD) continues its third straight session of gains against the US Dollar (USD) on Monday, following US President Donald Trump’s move to postpone the imposition of reciprocal tariffs. A weaker USD following disappointing US retail sales data has further supported the AUD/USD pair, reigniting speculation that the Federal Reserve (Fed) may cut […]

EUR/USD Price Forecast: Consolidating Below 1.0500 Amid Multi-Week High

EUR/USD Price Forecast

The EUR/USD currency pair is having a hard time continuing its recent winning streak, trading in a tight range just below the 1.0500 psychological mark during the Asian session on Monday. In spite of the consolidation, the pair is still close to its three-week high of Friday, buoyed by a weaker US Dollar (USD). Technically, […]

Australian Dollar Declines as US Dollar Holds Gains Ahead of Jobless Claims

Australian Dollar Declines as US Dollar Strengthens Ahead of Jobless Claims

The Australian Dollar (AUD) fell against the US Dollar (USD) on Thursday as trade balance data came in below average than expected. Furthermore, risk-off sentiment, fueled by rising US-China trade tensions, weighs on the AUD/USD. In December, Australia’s trade surplus fell to $5,085 million, falling short of the 7,000 million anticipated and down from $6,792 […]

Australian Dollar Slips as US Tariffs on China Take Effect

Australian Dollar Slips as US Tariffs on China Take Effect

The Australian Dollar (AUD) falls for the seventh consecutive day as the US Dollar (USD) strengthens following President Donald Trump’s 10% tariff on Chinese imports. Market volatility remains high as investors monitor the continuing US-China trade talks. Trump signaled he may speak with Chinese officials within the next 24 hours, warning that if a deal […]

Gold Price Trims Intraday Losses but Remains Below $2,800 Amid Stronger USD

Gold Holds Below $2,800 Despite Intraday Recovery

The gold price (XAU/USD) recovers some of its losses following the strong Asian session sell-off but remains in negative territory, hovering around $2,785, down about 0.60% for the day. The recent rise in the US Dollar (USD), fueled by President Donald Trump’s decision to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, has pushed the greenback […]

Japanese Yen Recovers Some Losses Against USD; Bullish Outlook Remains Intact

JPY Recovers Losses vs. USD, Bullish Outlook Intact

The Japanese yen (JPY) cut some of its intraday losses against the US dollar (USD) on Monday, bringing the USD/JPY pair back below the mid-155.00s during the early European session. The Bank of Japan’s (BoJ) Summary of Opinions showed conversations about the possibility of further hikes in interest rates. Furthermore, Tokyo’s core inflation increased at […]

EUR/USD Slumps to Multi-Week Low Near 1.0200 Amid Trump’s Trade Tariffs

EUR/USD Drops to 1.0200 on Trump’s Trade Tariffs

The EUR/USD pair extends its decline on Monday, plunging to the 1.0200 region—a three-week low—during the early Asian session. This drop brings the pair closer to its lowest level in over two years, last seen in January, reinforcing the ongoing multi-month downtrend. The US Dollar (USD) gains broad strength following President Donald Trump’s weekend announcement […]

Japanese Yen Maintains Strong Bullish Momentum; USD/JPY Struggles Below 154.50

Japanese Yen Maintains Strong Bullish Momentum

The Japanese Yen (JPY) continues to strengthen in early European trading on Thursday, pushing USD/JPY further below 154.50 and closer to its one-month low from earlier this week. Market expectations that the Bank of Japan (BoJ) will hike interest rates again by year-end continue to support the JPY. Additionally, a fresh decline in US Treasury […]

EUR/USD Holds Above 1.0400 Ahead of Q4 GDP Data and ECB Policy Decision

EUR/USD Holds Above 1.0400 | Focus on Q4 GDP & ECB Policy Decision

The EUR/USD pair is edging higher after three consecutive losses, trading near 1.0420 during Thursday’s Asian session. The rebound is primarily driven by a technical pullback in the US Dollar (USD). Meanwhile, the US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the greenback against six major currencies, remains just below 108.00. Despite the recent uptick, further gains […]

Australian Dollar Slides Amid Rising Odds of RBA Rate Cuts, Fed Decision in Focus

Australian Dollar Drops as RBA Rate Cut Bets Rise, Fed Decision Looms

The Australian Dollar (AUD) extends its losing streak for a third consecutive session against the US Dollar (USD), weighed down by softer-than-expected inflation data from Australia. Australia’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose by 0.2% quarter-on-quarter in Q4 2024, matching the previous quarter but missing the expected 0.3%. On an annual basis, CPI eased to 2.4% […]

EUR/USD Edges Higher Toward 1.0450, Upside Limited Amid Risk-Off Sentiment

EUR/USD Edges Higher Toward 1.0450, Upside Limited Amid Risk-Off Sentiment

EUR/USD pauses its two-day decline, trading near 1.0440 during Wednesday’s Asian session. However, upside potential remains capped as risk-off sentiment prevails ahead of the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) interest rate decision later in the North American session. The US Dollar (USD) remains supported by the Fed’s cautious policy stance. According to the CME FedWatch tool, markets […]

GBP/USD Slips Below 1.2500 Amid Dovish BoE Expectations and Trump’s Tariff Plans

GBP/USD Drops Below 1.2500 on Dovish BoE Outlook and Trump Tariff Moves

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 […]

Gold Price Consolidates Below $2,750 Amid Mixed Market Signals

Gold Price Consolidates Below $2,750 Amid Mixed Market Signals

Gold prices (XAU/USD) continue to trade within a narrow range near the $2,740 level during early European trading on Tuesday. The market remains influenced by conflicting factors, leaving traders hesitant to make strong directional moves. US President Donald Trump’s renewed trade tariff threats have sparked inflationary concerns, driving a modest rebound in US Treasury bond […]

US Dollar Surges as Trump Revives Tariff Threats

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 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 […]

EUR/USD Dips Below 1.0500 as US Dollar Index Rebounds from Monthly Lows

EUR/USD Dips Below 1.0500 as US Dollar Index Rebounds from Monthly Lows

EUR/USD slid to approximately 1.0480 during the Asian session on Monday as the US Dollar Index (DXY) recovered from its monthly low of 107.22, recorded last Friday. At the time of writing, the DXY is trading near 107.60. The US Dollar gained traction after the release of mixed US Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) data. Market […]

EUR/USD Gains Support Around 1.0450 Ahead of Eurozone and US PMI Data

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 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 […]