GBP/USD extends gains above 1.3430 as US shutdown weighs on Dollar
The GBP/USD pair advances modestly to around 1.3435 during Friday’s Asian session, supported by weakness in the US Dollar (USD). The Greenback comes under pressure as signs of a slowing US labor market emerge and the federal government enters a shutdown. Notably, the September Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) report will not be released due to the […]
Japanese Yen Holds Firm as BoJ’s Hawkish Stance Diverges From Fed Outlook
The Japanese Yen (JPY) trades cautiously during Wednesday’s Asian session, though the absence of strong follow-through selling suggests limited downside for now. Hawkish commentary from the Bank of Japan’s (BoJ) September meeting Summary of Opinions continues to bolster expectations of policy normalization, offering support to the safe-haven JPY. This, coupled with rising geopolitical risks and […]
Japanese Yen under pressure as USD/JPY hovers near 148.00
The Japanese Yen (JPY) remains weak against a broadly stronger US Dollar (USD), with USD/JPY trading close to the 148.00 level during Wednesday’s European session. Earlier data showed Japan’s manufacturing sector contracted at the fastest pace in six months, fueling concerns about economic headwinds from US tariffs and political uncertainty at home. These factors could […]
EUR/USD steadies near 1.1800 as traders eye US PMIs and Powell
EUR/USD is trading just shy of the 1.1800 mark in the European session, last seen at 1.1795 after recovering from intraday lows near 1.1785. The Euro found mild support from mixed Eurozone PMI data, though investors remain cautious ahead of key US releases — the flash PMI readings and Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s speech later […]
Gold eases from record highs as USD recovery tempers bullish momentum
Gold (XAU/USD) extended its two-week rally to reach a fresh record high around the $3,546–3,547 zone during Asian trading on Wednesday. Expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut this month, coupled with ongoing trade uncertainties, have underpinned demand for the non-yielding safe-haven asset. However, gains slowed as the US Dollar (USD) maintained its recovery for […]
Gold Pulls Back from Two-Week High as Risk Sentiment Improves
Gold (XAU/USD) extended its intraday losses during the Asian session on Wednesday, retreating from a near two-week high reached on Tuesday. The decline halts a four-day winning streak as improved risk appetite in equity markets weighs on the safe-haven asset, despite a lack of fresh bearish triggers. Recent weak US economic data continues to support […]
EUR/GBP Drops Toward 0.8700 After Weak German Factory Orders
EUR/GBP is trading lower around 0.8700 in early European hours on Wednesday, pressured by soft Eurozone data. The Euro (EUR) slipped against the Pound Sterling (GBP) after disappointing Eurozone PMI figures. Traders now focus on June’s Eurozone Retail Sales report, due later in the day. Germany’s Federal Statistics Office reported a surprise decline in factory […]
Australian Dollar Slips Despite China’s Stronger Services PMI in July
The Australian Dollar (AUD) weakened for a second straight session on Tuesday, despite upbeat PMI data from both Australia and China. The AUD/USD pair lost ground as the US Dollar (USD) held firm amid shifting global trade dynamics and monetary policy expectations. Australia’s S&P Global Composite PMI rose to 53.8 in July from 51.6 in […]
Japanese Yen Strengthens as US-Japan Trade Deal Sparks BoJ Rate Hike Speculation
The Japanese Yen (JPY) extended its winning streak against a weakening US Dollar (USD) for the fourth consecutive day on Thursday, rising to its highest level in over two weeks during the Asian session. The recent announcement of a trade agreement between the US and Japan has eased fears of economic fallout from higher tariffs […]
Australian Dollar Weakens Amid Concerns Over Trump’s Trade Policies and Mixed Chinese Data
The Australian Dollar (AUD) ended its three-day winning streak against the US Dollar (USD) on Monday, with the AUD/USD pair trading flat following the release of mixed Chinese Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) data. As a close trade partner, Australia’s economy is heavily influenced by China’s economic performance. China’s National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reported that […]
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
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, […]
Australian Dollar Holds Steady as US Dollar Softens Ahead of PMI Data
Australian Dollar Holds Steady as US Dollar Softens Ahead of PMI Data The Australian Dollar (AUD) strengthened against the US Dollar (USD) on Thursday, supported by the release of domestic Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) data. The AUD/USD pair moved higher as the USD experienced a slight dip, driven by a modest pullback in US Treasury […]
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 […]
Australian Dollar Gains as US Dollar Remains Soft Ahead of Fed Powell’s Speech
Australian Dollar Gains as US Dollar Remains Soft Ahead of Fed Powell’s Speech The Australian Dollar (AUD) extended its gains for a third consecutive session on Monday, despite mixed data from China, Australia’s largest trading partner. The rise in AUD is supported by growing expectations of further US Federal Reserve (Fed) rate cuts in November, […]
EUR/USD Holds Steady Near 1.1150 Ahead of Eurozone PMI Data
EUR/USD Holds Steady Near 1.1150 Ahead of Eurozone PMI Data The EUR/USD pair remains steady around 1.1160 during Monday’s Asian trading session. The US Dollar (USD) could weaken due to the increasing possibility of further interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve (Fed) in 2024, which may support the EUR/USD pair. Last week, the US […]
Australian Dollar Holds Losses Despite Hawkish RBA Bullock, ISM Manufacturing PMI in Focus
Australian Dollar Holds Losses Despite Hawkish RBA Bullock, ISM Manufacturing PMI in Focus The Australian Dollar (AUD) remains under pressure against the US Dollar (USD) despite positive Trade Balance data released on Thursday. Australia’s trade surplus widened to 6,009 million AUD in July, surpassing both the expected 5,150 million and the prior figure of 5,589 […]
EUR/GBP Drops Near 0.8400 Ahead of Eurozone Retail Sales
EUR/GBP Drops Near 0.8400 Ahead of Eurozone Retail Sales EUR/GBP surrenders its recent gains from the previous session, trading around 0.8420 during Thursday’s Asian session. Traders are closely watching the Eurozone Retail Sales data set to be released later in the day. The decline in the EUR/GBP pair is driven by growing speculation that the […]