EUR/USD Struggles Below 1.0950 Ahead of Key German Inflation Data
EUR/USD Struggles Below 1.0950 Ahead of Key German Inflation Data The EUR/USD pair continues to trade defensively around 1.0935 during early European hours on Friday. A stronger-than-expected U.S. inflation reading on Thursday has bolstered the U.S. dollar, limiting the pair’s ability to move higher. The U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) came in hotter than anticipated, […]
How to Use Forex Technical Analysis to Gain Insights on Market Trends
Forex trading provides opportunities to profit from market fluctuations, but understanding trends and key data is crucial for effective trading. This is where technical analysis becomes essential, as it focuses on price movements and trading volume to uncover patterns and market direction. What Is Technical Analysis? Technical analysis involves studying price movements and volume to […]
Gold Price Recovers from Multi-Week Low, but Upside Potential Remains Limited Ahead of US CPI
Gold Price Recovers from Multi-Week Low, but Upside Potential Remains Limited Ahead of US CPI Gold (XAU/USD) is experiencing a modest rebound on Thursday, recovering from a six-day losing streak that pushed prices to a near three-week low, around the $2,605-$2,604 range. This intraday uptick is likely due to repositioning ahead of the crucial US […]
US CPI Inflation Data Could Shape Market Expectations for Fed Rate Decisions
US CPI Inflation Data Could Shape Market Expectations for Fed Rate Decisions The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) is set to release the eagerly awaited Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation data for September on Thursday at 12:30 GMT. The U.S. Dollar (USD) faces potential volatility, as the report could play a significant role in […]
Japanese Yen Weakens Amid Fading Hopes for BoJ Rate Hikes, FOMC Minutes in Focus
Japanese Yen Weakens Amid Fading Hopes for BoJ Rate Hikes, FOMC Minutes in Focus The Japanese Yen (JPY) continued to drift lower against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday, approaching levels last seen in mid-August. Recent economic data from Japan revealed that real wages declined in August after two consecutive months of gains, while household […]
USD/CHF Gains Momentum Above 0.8550 Ahead of FOMC Minutes
USD/CHF Gains Momentum Above 0.8550 Ahead of FOMC Minutes The USD/CHF pair is trading higher, hovering around 0.8575 during early European trading on Wednesday. This strength comes from a firmer US Dollar (USD), supported by fading expectations of aggressive rate cuts by the Federal Reserve (Fed). Investors are now focused on the release of the […]
Gold Price Slips to $2,640, Holds Above Friday’s Post-NFP Low and Trading Range Support
Gold Price Slips to $2,640, Holds Above Friday’s Post-NFP Low and Trading Range Support Gold (XAU/USD) faced fresh selling pressure on Monday, dropping to a daily low of around $2,640 as the European session approached. The US Dollar (USD) remains near a seven-week high, bolstered by traders adjusting expectations for a large interest rate cut […]
EUR/USD Hits Three-Week Low Around 1.1030 Amid Strengthening USD
EUR/USD Hits Three-Week Low Around 1.1030 Amid Strengthening USD The EUR/USD pair has seen selling pressure for the fifth consecutive day, dipping to a fresh three-week low near the 1.1030 mark during Thursday’s Asian session. This bearish momentum is driven by broad US Dollar (USD) strength, pushing the pair below the 50-day Simple Moving Average […]
WTI Surges Above $70 as Iran Missile Strike on Israel Sparks Fears in Global Oil Markets
WTI Surges Above $70 as Iran Missile Strike on Israel Sparks Fears in Global Oil Markets West Texas Intermediate (WTI), the US crude oil benchmark, climbed to around $70.65 on Wednesday. The surge comes after Iran launched missiles at Israel, raising concerns about potential disruptions in oil supply from the region. Iran fired over 200 […]
Japanese Yen Declines as US Dollar Strengthens Ahead of ADP Employment Report
Japanese Yen Declines as US Dollar Strengthens Ahead of ADP Employment Report The Japanese Yen (JPY) weakened against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday, as uncertainty grows around the possibility of future interest rate hikes by the Bank of Japan (BoJ). The BoJ’s Summary of Opinions from September’s Monetary Policy Meeting indicated no immediate plans […]
EUR/USD Posts Modest Gains Above 1.1050, Traders Eye US ADP Report
EUR/USD Posts Modest Gains Above 1.1050, Traders Eye US ADP Report The EUR/USD pair is experiencing slight gains, trading around 1.1070 during Asian trading hours on Wednesday. However, any escalation in geopolitical tensions, particularly in the Middle East, could weigh on risk-sensitive assets like the Euro (EUR). Investors are also focusing on the US ADP […]
Pound Sterling Steadies Near 1.3400 Ahead of US PMI and Labor Data
Pound Sterling Steadies Near 1.3400 Ahead of US PMI and Labor Data The Pound Sterling (GBP) remains in a tight range around the key resistance level of 1.3400 against the US Dollar (USD) during Tuesday’s London session. Investors are holding back as they await critical US labor market data, which could provide insight into the […]
WTI Holds Near $69.00 Amid Rising Middle East Supply Fears
WTI Holds Near $69.00 Amid Rising Middle East Supply Fears West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude holds steady around $69.20 per barrel during Monday’s Asian session, driven by rising concerns over potential supply disruptions stemming from escalating conflict in the Middle East. Heightened geopolitical tensions, particularly Israel’s intensified attacks on Iranian-backed groups like Hezbollah and the […]
EUR/USD Climbs Above 1.1150 on Rising Prospects of Fed Rate Cuts
EUR/USD Climbs Above 1.1150 on Rising Prospects of Fed Rate Cuts EUR/USD started the week on a positive note, trading around 1.1170 during the Asian session on Monday. This uptick can be attributed to a weakening US Dollar (USD), driven by expectations of continued policy easing from the US Federal Reserve in November. On Friday, […]
US Dollar Index Climbs Above 100.50, Upside Potential Appears Limited Ahead of US PCE Data
US Dollar Index Climbs Above 100.50, Upside Potential Appears Limited Ahead of US PCE Data The US Dollar Index (DXY) rose to around 100.65 during Friday’s Asian trading session, but its upside momentum seems constrained due to expectations of further rate cuts from the Federal Reserve (Fed). The broader weakness in the US Dollar persists […]
USD/CHF Rises Above 0.8450 as Traders Anticipate US PCE Data
USD/CHF Rises Above 0.8450 as Traders Anticipate US PCE Data The USD/CHF pair gained traction on Friday, climbing to around 0.8485 during the early European session. This move comes as the Swiss Franc (CHF) weakens, following the Swiss National Bank’s (SNB) decision to lower interest rates on Thursday. Traders are now focused on the upcoming […]
WTI Crude Oil Steady Near $69.50, Limited Downside Due to Rising US Oil Demand
WTI Crude Oil Steady Near $69.50, Limited Downside Due to Rising US Oil Demand West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil prices remained subdued, hovering near $69.60 per barrel during Thursday’s Asian session. However, the downside appears limited as strong US fuel demand and shrinking stockpiles provide support. The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) reported a […]
EUR/USD Approaches 1.1150 Ahead of Fed Chair Powell’s Speech
EUR/USD Approaches 1.1150 Ahead of Fed Chair Powell’s Speech The EUR/USD pair is trading stronger near 1.1140 during Thursday’s Asian session, supported by a broadly weaker US Dollar. On the agenda for Thursday are speeches by multiple US Federal Reserve (Fed) officials, including Chair Jerome Powell. Additionally, key economic data releases, such as the US […]