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GBP/JPY Hits 183.00, a Level Unseen Since December 2015; Recession Fears Curb Gains

GBP/JPY Hits 183.00, a Level Unseen Since December 2015; Recession Fears Curb Gains On Tuesday, during the early European trading session, the GBP/JPY pair rose to 183.00, a level not seen since December 2015. However, traders are waiting for a sustained break above this level before initiating new bullish positions. The Japanese Yen (JPY) remains […]

US Markets See Lower Close in Quiet Trading; Big Tech Pullback Impacts Nasdaq

US Markets See Lower Close in Quiet Trading; Big Tech Pullback Impacts Nasdaq US indices showed varied performance in a subdued trading session. The Nasdaq index experienced a decline of over 1% as Big Tech companies retreated, making it the poorest-performing index of the day. Tesla shares took a significant hit, falling by 6% following […]

EUR/USD Remained Steady Amid Market Uncertainty

EUR/USD Remained Steady Amid Market Uncertainty The risk-off sentiment that dominated Friday’s market carried over into the European trading week, influenced by recent Russian unrest and a decline in German business sentiment. This decline was anticipated following last week’s disappointing German PMI. Risk sentiment turned more neutral during US trading hours, with US Treasuries giving […]

How To Set Yourself Up For Forex Trading Success

How To Set Yourself Up For Forex Trading Success The world of forex trading can be both exciting and lucrative, but it can also be challenging for beginners. To set yourself up for success in this fast-paced market, you need a solid foundation, which includes choosing the best forex broker. In this blog post, we’ll […]

Japan’s Top Currency Diplomat Warns Against Weakening Yen

Japan’s Top Currency Diplomat Warns Against Weakening Yen Masato Kanda, Japan’s leading currency diplomat, has raised concerns over the weakening yen, asserting that Japan will contemplate all possible measures to address excessive currency fluctuations. Kanda stressed the importance of stable currency movements that mirror economic fundamentals, as the yen recently depreciated beyond ¥143 against the […]

Inflation and Recession Worries Take Center Stage This Week

Inflation and Recession Worries Take Center Stage This Week US The US Federal Reserve (Fed) is anticipated to end its rate-hiking campaign shortly. Attention will turn to Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) readings, hoping for a decline in inflation. A decrease in inflation may boost swap futures’ confidence in one more Fed rate hike. Wall Street […]

USD/CHF: Bears target mid-0.8900s as USD pulls back before inflation hints

USD/CHF: Bears target mid-0.8900s as USD pulls back before inflation hints During Monday’s European trading session, the USD/CHF currency pair is witnessing a downward trend, hovering around 0.8950, marking its first daily decrease in three days. This decline is primarily fueled by the US Dollar’s broad retreat and cautiously optimistic market sentiment. The US Dollar […]

German Economy Slows in June as Businesses Encounter Weakening Demand Conditions

German Economy Slows in June as Businesses Encounter Weakening Demand Conditions The German economy experienced a marked loss of momentum during the latter part of the second quarter, according to the latest ‘flash’ PMI survey conducted by Hamburg Commercial Bank. Weakening demand conditions led to a significant slowdown in business activity growth, while company expectations […]

Yen Traders Monitor Verbal Intervention Possibilities as Weakness Persists

Yen Traders Monitor Verbal Intervention Possibilities as Weakness Persists Tokyo’s foreign exchange (FX) traders are keeping a close eye on official statements as the Japanese yen (JPY) continues to weaken, nearing levels that prompted government intervention last year to support the currency. On Friday, the yen traded beyond 143 per dollar, falling nearly 1% from […]

Dollar Exhibits Initial Indications of Bottoming

Dollar Exhibits Initial Indications of Bottoming Yesterday, several central banks, including the Bank of England, Norges Bank, Swiss National Bank, and the Central Bank of Turkey, took center stage as they grappled with higher-than-expected inflation. This inflation surge was partly due to a robust job market driving increased demand. Interestingly, even with more substantial interest […]

Top 5 Reasons to Invest in Forex Trading

Top 5 Reasons to Invest in Forex Trading The Forex market is the largest and most liquid financial market globally. It offers ample opportunities for investors to make significant returns on their investments. If you’re considering entering the world of Forex trading, here are the top five reasons why you should invest in this exciting […]

Trade Deficit in New Zealand Grows Despite Boost in China Exports

Trade Deficit in New Zealand Grows Despite Boost in China Exports Despite a boost in exports to China, New Zealand’s trade deficit broadened in May. The deficit increased from NZ$17.02 billion to NZ$17.12 billion, falling just short of economists’ prediction of NZ$17.24 billion. Concurrently, the monthly trade surplus shrank from NZ$236 million to NZ$46 million. […]

GBP/USD Holds Above Mid-1.2700s, Lacks Intraday Trend Before BoE Decision

GBP/USD Holds Above Mid-1.2700s, Lacks Intraday Trend Before BoE Decision During Thursday’s Asian session, the GBP/USD pair is confined to a tight range above the mid-1.2700s as traders anticipate the Bank of England (BoE) policy decision. The pair’s movement remains relatively stagnant on the day, with market participants holding off on further trades until the […]

US Yields Climb as Fed’s Powell Reinforces Commitment to Addressing Inflation

US Yields Climb as Fed’s Powell Reinforces Commitment to Addressing Inflation Following Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s speech, which reinforced the central bank’s dedication to addressing inflation and achieving the 2% target, US Treasury yields experienced a rise. The yield curve inversion between two-year and 10-year Treasury notes intensified, implying that investors expect further rate […]

Basic Types of Orders in Forex Trading Market

Basic Types of Orders in Forex Trading Market The foreign exchange (forex) market, with its 24-hour operation and daily trading volume exceeding $6 trillion, is the largest financial market globally. For successful online forex trading, understanding the basic types of orders executable on the best forex trading platforms is crucial. In this article, we’ll explore […]

Dollar firm ahead of Powell testimony, sterling up on hot inflation

Dollar firm ahead of Powell testimony, sterling up on hot inflation The dollar was firmer on Wednesday leading into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s appearance before Congress where he is expected to strike a hawkish tone, while sterling firmed slightly after hotter-than-expected British inflation data. The annual pace of British consumer price gains was steady […]

RBA Minutes Less Hawkish Than Expected, For Now

RBA Minutes Less Hawkish Than Expected, For Now The Board sees increased inflation risks while recognizing prospect of weakening economy. And rising unemployment rate. The Minutes from the Reserve Bank Board’s meeting in June provide a more balanced approach to the outlook for rates than we saw in the Governor’s statement following the decision to […]

Dollar in demand as modest China rate cut hits sentiment

Dollar in demand as modest China rate cut hits sentiment The U.S. dollar gained in early European trade Tuesday, with this safe haven in demand as a rate cut by China’s central bank failed to assuage investor concerns over slowing economic growth. At 01:55 ET (05:55 GMT), the Dollar Index, which tracks the greenback against […]