GBP/JPY Rises Ahead of Important UK Economic Data
Thursday saw GBP/JPY climb, rising past 202.50 after an initial dip in Asia that put forex traders in pause mode. They are now waiting for key UK economic data before making their next moves. Given that recent job figures weren’t great, disappointing growth data may nudge the Bank of England toward further rate cuts. Consequently, […]
EUR/USD Strengthens Above 1.1600 as Fed Signals Possible Rate Cuts
The EUR/USD pair climbed to around 1.1620 during Wednesday’s Asian session, as the US Dollar (USD) softened following comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. Powell suggested that the Fed could cut interest rates twice more this year, citing slower hiring as a growing risk to the US economy. These dovish remarks have pushed traders […]
Gold Extends Record Rally as Traders Turn to Safe-Haven Assets
Gold prices (XAU/USD) continued to climb on Wednesday, hitting a new all-time high during the Asian session. The strong rally in gold comes as investors look for safe-haven assets amid growing global uncertainty. Concerns over renewed US-China trade tensions, the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, and the US government shutdown have made gold a preferred choice for […]
Australian Dollar Strengthens as Markets Expect Fed Cuts
The Australian Dollar (AUD) gained ground against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday, recovering from earlier losses as traders reacted to key comments from both the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) and the US Federal Reserve (Fed). The Aussie drew support after RBA Assistant Governor Sarah Hunter noted that recent data has been stronger than […]
GBP/USD Traders Eye UK Jobs Report for Market Direction
The UK Jobs Report, set to be released on Tuesday at 06:00 GMT, is drawing close attention from forex traders as it could shape the British Pound’s (GBP) next move against the US Dollar (USD). Markets expect the ILO Unemployment Rate t(International Labor Organization) to hold steady at 4.7% for the three months ending in […]
Forex Update: Aussie Dollar Falls Despite Steady RBA Tone
The Australian Dollar (AUD) weakened slightly against the US Dollar (USD) on Tuesday as forex traders reacted to the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) September meeting minutes. The RBA maintained a cautious tone, noting that interest rates remain somewhat restrictive, though it’s hard to judge exactly how much. The RBA warned of continued economic risks, […]
Japanese Yen Slides Amid Political Unrest and Global Risk Rally
The Japanese Yen is trading lower against the US Dollar as political uncertainty and global risk-taking weigh on the currency. On Monday, the Yen weakened, with the USD/JPY rate rising to 151.87—showing a steady downtrend of about 3% over the past month. Market watchers note that political turmoil in Japan, especially after the Komeito party […]
Gold Price Soars to Record High Above $4,060 Amid US-China Trade Tensions and
Gold prices surged to record highs, climbing around the $4,060 mark in early Asian trading on Monday, as renewed US-China trade tensions and Federal Reserve rate cut expectations boosted investor demand for the safe-haven metal. The continued US government shutdown and global uncertainty further strengthened gold’s appeal among traders and investors seeking stability in a […]
GBP/JPY Retreats from YTD High as Japan’s Verbal Intervention Boosts Yen
The British Pound-Japanese Yen (GBP/JPY) currency pair, a significant player in the forex market, is experiencing a notable pullback for the second consecutive day. This retreat, from its yearly high of around 205.30 reached earlier this week. It is a clear indication of the impact of Japan’s verbal intervention. As of Friday, the pair is […]
Japanese Yen Holds Modest Gains amid BoJ Policy Uncertainty
The Japanese yen (JPY) recovered marginally from its recent seven-month low versus the US dollar (USD) on Thursday during the Asian session. However, given the growing uncertainty surrounding Japan’s fiscal and monetary outlook, the move lacked strong bullish conviction. As Japan’s first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi is predicted to oppose the Bank of Japan’s […]
Gold Pulls Back as Geopolitical Risks Ease
During Thursday’s Asian session, gold (XAU/USD) fell, signalling an end to its recent surge that sent prices to new all-time highs of about $4,060. Following reports of a peace deal between Israel and Hamas, the demand for conventional safe-haven assets declined. Following gold’s robust multi-day rise, investors were encouraged to lock in profits by the […]
EUR/USD Goes up as US Dollar Weakens During Government Shutdown
After dropping for three days, the EUR/USD pair showed signs of recovery on Thursday, rising to about 1.1650 in the Asian session. The increase in the value of the Euro coincided with a decline in the US dollar as a result of the ongoing, more than week-long US government shutdown. A number of government agencies, […]
What Are Major Forex Pairs and Why Every Trader Should Master Them
If you’re serious about becoming a confident forex trader, your journey starts with the major forex pairs—the core of the global currency market. These pairs connect the world’s strongest economies and account for more than 80% of total forex trading volume each day. Understanding how major pairs move helps you interpret market sentiment, global economic […]
Crypto Market Goes Down as Traders Take Profits Amid Uncertainty
The crypto market, which dipped slightly a day earlier, slipped further on Wednesday. Popular cryptocurrencies like Cardano (ADA), Ethereum (ETH), Ripple (XRP), Bitcoin (BTC), and several memecoins saw significant price drops. Over $680 million worth of leveraged trades were liquidated across exchanges over the past day, according to data from CoinGlass. Approximately 77% of them […]
Australian Dollar Falls Due to Weak Housing Data and Strong US Dollar
Following weak housing data, the Australian dollar (AUD) continued to decline against the US dollar (USD) on Wednesday, continuing its losses for the second straight session. The AUD/USD pair declined as investor sentiment intensified, with the S&P/ASX 200 index edging down 0.14% to trade below 8,950. It occurred due to declines in technology and gold […]
EUR/USD dips toward 1.1700 amid rising French political uncertainty
The EUR/USD pair extends its decline, trading near 1.1705 during Tuesday’s Asian session, as political turmoil in France weighs on the Euro (EUR). The resignation of newly appointed Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu and his cabinet on Monday—just hours after the lineup was announced—has shaken investor confidence. Market participants now await Germany’s August Factory Orders and […]
EUR/USD stays weak near 1.1700 but downside limited by Fed rate cut hopes
EUR/USD is trading around 1.1720 during Monday’s Asian session, giving back some of last session’s gains. However, the downside seems restricted as the US Dollar (USD) faces pressure amid rising expectations of Federal Reserve (Fed) rate cuts. According to the CME FedWatch Tool, markets now price in a 95% chance of a rate cut in […]
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 […]