Forex Today: Choppy Market Action Persists as Investors Await Next Catalyst
Forex Today: Choppy Market Action Persists as Investors Await Next Catalyst After hitting its lowest level in over a year near 100.50, the US Dollar Index (DXY) rebounded toward 101.00 during the European session on Wednesday. With no high-impact economic data releases scheduled for midweek, investors remain focused on central bank commentary and geopolitical developments. […]
Top 5 Benefits of Using a Demo Trading Account
When you talk to any experienced trader, they will likely list countless advantages of using a demo trading account, especially for beginners. Here are five key benefits you might want to consider: Develop Your Trading Skills in a Risk-Free Environment A demo trading account is like having access to free Forex training. It allows you […]
Rate Cuts Could Facilitate a Soft Landing: UBS
Rate Cuts Could Facilitate a Soft Landing: UBS In a note released on Monday, UBS Financial Services reiterated its forecast that the U.S. economy is on track for a soft landing, despite acknowledging significant risks of a potential downturn. Consumer spending will be a critical factor in determining whether the economy can achieve this outcome. […]
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 […]
EUR/USD Rises Above 1.1150 Amid Market Optimism
EUR/USD Rises Above 1.1150 Amid Market Optimism The EUR/USD pair has rebounded from its recent losses, trading around 1.1170 during Tuesday’s Asian session. This recovery is fueled by growing market optimism following comments from U.S. Air Force General C.Q. Brown, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, who told Reuters that fears of a wider […]
Japanese Yen Strengthens as Traders Anticipate BoJ Rate Hike
Japanese Yen Strengthens as Traders Anticipate BoJ Rate Hike The Japanese Yen (JPY) continues to gain momentum for the second consecutive day as Bank of Japan (BoJ) Governor Kazuo Ueda’s hawkish comments stand in stark contrast to the dovish tone of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. In a speech to Parliament on Friday, Governor Ueda […]
USD/CAD Weakens Near 1.3500 as Fed’s Powell Signals Possible Interest Rate Cut in September
USD/CAD Weakens Near 1.3500 as Fed’s Powell Signals Possible Interest Rate Cut in September The USD/CAD pair is experiencing selling pressure around the 1.3510 level on Monday during Asian trading hours. The US Dollar (USD) is edging lower after Federal Reserve (Fed) Chair Jerome Powell indicated that the time for interest rate cuts may be […]
Top 7 Trading Quotes to Enhance Your Trading Psychology
Understanding trading psychology is crucial for success in the financial markets. Often, mastering your mindset is what differentiates successful traders from those who fail. To assist you in developing a strong trading psychology, we’ve gathered seven insightful quotes from some of the most successful investors and traders. These quotes will offer valuable lessons and guidance […]
WTI Crude Oil Prices Remain Steady Below $73 Amid US Recession Concerns and Easing Supply Fears
WTI Crude Oil Prices Remain Steady Below $73 Amid US Recession Concerns and Easing Supply Fears West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil prices are struggling to build on Thursday’s rebound from a two-week low near the mid-$71 range, trading in a narrow band around $72.75 during Friday’s Asian session. The commodity remains nearly flat for […]
Gold Price Holds Below $2,500 as Traders Await Powell’s Speech
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 […]
EUR/GBP Slips Below 0.8500 Ahead of BoE Governor Bailey’s Speech
EUR/GBP Slips Below 0.8500 Ahead of BoE Governor Bailey’s Speech The EUR/GBP pair continues its downward trend, trading near 0.8485 during early European trading hours on Friday. The decrease in expectations for a Bank of England (BoE) interest rate cut in September, following positive Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) data, is supporting the Pound Sterling (GBP) […]
Japanese Yen Moves Sideways Despite Hawkish BoJ Signals
Japanese Yen Moves Sideways Despite Hawkish BoJ Signals The Japanese Yen (JPY) traded sideways against the US Dollar (USD) on Thursday, even as a recent Reuters poll, conducted from August 13-19 and published on Wednesday, showed that 31 out of 54 economists expect the Bank of Japan (BoJ) to raise borrowing costs before the end […]
EUR/USD Slips Below 1.1150 as Eurozone and US PMI Data Loom
EUR/USD Slips Below 1.1150 as Eurozone and US PMI Data Loom The EUR/USD pair is trading with mild losses around 1.1145, breaking its four-day winning streak during the Asian session on Thursday. Despite the current dip, downside risks for the pair appear limited due to strong expectations that the US Federal Reserve (Fed) may begin […]
US Dollar Faces Continued Pressure as Market Focus Shifts to PMI Data
US Dollar Faces Continued Pressure as Market Focus Shifts to PMI Data After a brief recovery earlier in the day on Wednesday, the US Dollar Index reversed course during the American session, marking its fourth consecutive day of losses. As of Thursday’s European trading hours, all eyes are on the preliminary August PMI data from […]
Oil Edges Higher Ahead of Weekly Stockpile Reports
Oil Edges Higher Ahead of Weekly Stockpile Reports Oil prices are trading relatively flat on Wednesday after experiencing sharp declines over the past three sessions. The stabilization follows reports that a tanker in the Red Sea was attacked by Houthi rebels. Delta Tankers confirmed that its vessel, Sounion, sustained minor damage in the attack. This […]
How Responsible is the Polish Central Bank? – Commerzbank Analysis
How Responsible is the Polish Central Bank? – Commerzbank Analysis The Polish zloty weakened against the euro and other CE3 currencies yesterday after Poland’s Constitutional Court issued a controversial ruling. The court declared that NBP governor Adam Glapinski could not be held accountable by a parliamentary committee, the State Tribunal, or through any report by […]
EUR/USD Holds Firm Above 1.1100 with Fed Minutes Awaited
EUR/USD Holds Firm Above 1.1100 with Fed Minutes Awaited EUR/USD is hovering around 1.1130 during Wednesday’s North American session, marking its highest level this year. The currency pair is eyeing a revisit to the 2024 high of 1.1140 as the US Dollar (USD) weakens amid growing optimism for Federal Reserve (Fed) interest rate cuts in […]
How to Trade with MetaTrader WebTrader: A Comprehensive Guide
In the fast-paced world of online trading, having access to a reliable and versatile platform is essential. MetaTrader WebTrader, a browser-based version of the popular MetaTrader platform, offers traders the flexibility to trade from anywhere, without the need to download or install any software. This guide will walk you through the essentials of trading with […]