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EUR/USD Maintains Modest Increase Near 1.0900, Awaiting German IFO Report

EUR/USD Maintains Modest Increase Near 1.0900, Awaiting German IFO Report Rewrite this news and expand to 400  words: EUR/USD Maintains Modest Increase Near 1.0900, Awaiting German IFO Report The EUR/USD pair posts modest gains during the Asian trading hours on Monday. The major pair remains capped under 1.1000, the key barrier, and currently trades near […]

UK Consumer Sentiment Hits Near Two-Year Peak

UK Consumer Sentiment Hits Near Two-Year Peak In the closing month of the year, the UK’s consumer confidence has shown a slight uptick, indicating a modest shift in public sentiment despite ongoing economic challenges. In December, analysis from market research firm GfK Ltd. identified a rise in consumer sentiment, marking the highest point since the […]

Yellen Calls for China to Transition Away from State-Driven Economic Practices Deemed ‘Unfair

Yellen Calls for China to Transition Away from State-Driven Economic Practices Deemed ‘Unfair In a recent address, US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen urged China to reconsider its state-centric economic model, which she believes is deterring investors. She highlighted the dominance of state-owned enterprises and the extensive influence of China’s security apparatus as major impediments to […]

How and When to Buy or Sell in Forex Trading

How and When to Buy or Sell in Forex Trading Forex trading, often referred to as foreign exchange trading, is the act of buying and selling currencies in the hope of making a profit from the changes in their value. As the largest financial market in the world, it attracts a variety of traders, from […]

Japan Approves Tax Reductions to Aid Families, Combat Deflation

Japan Approves Tax Reductions to Aid Families, Combat Deflation In Japan, the government’s tax reform committee, part of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, has reached a consensus on reducing income tax rates. This move is designed to alleviate the financial strain on households amidst the rising costs of living, signaling a shift from the longstanding […]

Asian Markets Rally, Korean KOSPI Climbs Nearly 1%

Asian Markets Rally, Korean KOSPI Climbs Nearly 1% The Asian stock market landscape on Thursday presented a tableau of contrasts, yet underpinned by an overarching optimism fueled by the recent dovish turn of the US Federal Reserve. The Fed’s signals hinting at a cessation of its interest rate hikes and a prospective dip in borrowing […]

USD/CHF Falls to 0.8670 Amid Dovish Fed, Awaits SNB Decision

USD/CHF Falls to 0.8670 Amid Dovish Fed, Awaits SNB Decision In the current financial climate, the USD/CHF currency pair has sustained its downward trajectory for the fourth consecutive day, hovering around the 0.8670 mark during Thursday’s Asian trading hours. This comes as the market braces for the Swiss National Bank’s (SNB) impending Interest Rate Decision. […]

Gold Hits New Multi-Week Low, Awaits 50-Day SMA Test Before Fed Verdict

Gold Hits New Multi-Week Low, Awaits 50-Day SMA Test Before Fed Verdict Gold prices have dipped to a multi-week nadir as the market braces for the upcoming Federal Reserve decision. For the fourth consecutive day, the precious metal traded lower, touching levels near $1,974 per ounce during the European trading session. This downward trajectory aligns […]

New Zealand Government Strips Employment Focus from Central Bank’s Role

New Zealand Government Strips Employment Focus from Central Bank’s Role In a landmark legislative move, New Zealand’s newly formed coalition government has overhauled the Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s (RBNZ) guiding mandate. The legislation, enacted on Wednesday, narrows the focus of the central bank to primarily ensure price stability, stepping away from its previous dual […]

Dow, S&P Hit Peak Since Jan ’22 as Stocks Rally Before Fed

Dow, S&P Hit Peak Since Jan ’22 as Stocks Rally Before Fed On Tuesday, U.S. stock markets demonstrated a robust performance, with major indices climbing to their highest points since the early days of 2023. This market buoyancy comes as investors digest a pivotal inflation report ahead of the Federal Reserve’s year-end policy meeting. The […]

Japan and UAE Join Forces for International Oil Market Stabilization

Japan and UAE Join Forces for International Oil Market Stabilization Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, the crown prince of Abu Dhabi and deputy supreme commander of the UAE Armed Forces, engaged in a productive discussion with Japan’s Prime Minister Kishida Fumio, focusing on the Ukraine crisis and the importance of maintaining global energy security and […]

Asian markets cautious ahead of US CPI; China’s SSE Composite dips amid lower inflation

Asian markets cautious ahead of US CPI; China’s SSE Composite dips amid lower inflation Asian stock markets are presenting a diverse performance as investors exhibit caution in anticipation of the upcoming US Consumer Price Index (CPI) data. This significant economic indicator is poised to reveal vital insights into inflationary trends in the United States, with […]

GBP/USD sees buying interest above mid-1.2500s before UK job, US inflation data

GBP/USD sees buying interest above mid-1.2500s before UK job, US inflation data The GBP/USD currency pair, representing the exchange rate between the British Pound and the US Dollar, is showing signs of recovery in the early Asian trading session on Tuesday. This resurgence comes as the pair trades around 1.2565, marking a modest gain of […]

Forex Spreads Trading Strategies and Tips

Forex Spreads Trading Strategies and Tips Navigating the forex market requires a solid grasp of various trading strategies, and understanding forex spreads is critical for any trader looking to make a profit. Forex spreads, the difference between the bid and ask price of a currency pair, is essential in calculating the cost of trades. In […]

Kishida of Japan Set to Dismiss Additional Officials Amid Scandal, Reports Asahi

Kishida of Japan Set to Dismiss Additional Officials Amid Scandal, Reports Asahi Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is preparing to dismiss up to 15 ministers and junior ministers amid a slush fund scandal, according to reports from the Asahi newspaper. This move aims to mitigate the impact of a crisis involving the concealment of political […]

AUD Holds Above Key Level, Anticipates RBA Bullock’s Speech

AUD Holds Above Key Level, Anticipates RBA Bullock’s Speech The Australian Dollar (AUD) has seen its value diminish for a second consecutive trading session on Monday, signaling a sustained bearish trend against its US counterpart. This downward trajectory has been influenced significantly by robust employment data emerging from the United States, which gave a considerable […]

EUR/USD Recovers Near 1.0760 Amid Strong US Dollar

EUR/USD Recovers Near 1.0760 Amid Strong US Dollar The currency pair EUR/USD has demonstrated a recovery, climbing back up to a rate hovering around 1.0760, following a dip to its three-week nadir of 1.0723 observed last Friday. The pair’s resurgence occurred during the Asian market session on Monday. This bounce-back was juxtaposed against the backdrop […]