The Indian Rupee gathers strength in Wednesday’s Asian session. The softer US Dollar and lower crude oil prices continue to underpin the INR. The US March Retail Sales report and speech by Fed Chair Powell will be the highlights later on Wednesday. The Indian Rupee (INR) trades in positive territory for the fifth consecutive day […]
China’s economy grew more than expected in the first quarter despite trade tariff disputes, official data revealed on Wednesday. Gross domestic product grew 5.4 percent year-on-year, the National Bureau of Statistics reported. This was better than economists’ forecast of 5.1 percent and it was unchanged from the previous quarter. Quarter-on-quarter, the economy grew 1.2 percent
Trade tariffs uncertainties arising from the lack of progress made between the European Union and US officials over trade negotiations, and the US has indicated that most US tariffs on the EU will not be removed. In addition, China has ordered its airlines not to take any further deliveries of Boeing jets, as part tit-for-tat
The People’s Bank of China (PBOC), China’s central bank, is responsible for setting the daily midpoint of the yuan (also known as renminbi or RMB). The PBOC follows a managed floating exchange rate system that allows the value of the yuan to fluctuate within a certain range, called a “band,” around a central reference rate,
2025.04.15 2025.04.16 Weekly Economic Calendar for 21.04.2025–27.04.2025 Jana Kanehttps://www.litefinance.org/blog/authors/jana-kane/ Last week was a shortened trading week due to Good Friday, with banks and stock exchanges closed in Catholic countries. The upcoming week is also expected to start with lower activity on Monday because of Easter Monday, which may lead to lower trading volumes. While few
Japan Reuters Tankan Japanese manufacturers reported a rebound in sentiment in April, according to the latest Reuters Tankan survey, but the outlook for the next quarter has turned gloomy amid rising concerns over U.S. tariffs. The manufacturers’ index rose to +9 from -1 in March, indicating more optimism than pessimism. However, sentiment is expected to
Mexican Peso pares gains late in session as traders digest Trump’s shifting tariff stance and looming US tomato duties. Sheinbaum continues talks to avoid steep tariffs; US to impose 20.91% duty on Mexican tomatoes from July 14. Traders eye Mexico’s inflation and retail data, while US Retail Sales and Jobless Claims remain i The Mexican
USD/CAD trades near the 1.4000 area after bouncing from mid-1.38s earlier this week. Softer Canadian inflation and Powell’s tariff warnings pressure the Canadian Dollar outlook. Key resistance stands at 1.4060; technical backdrop skews bearish despite recent rebound. USD/CAD hovered near the 1.4000 zone on Tuesday, consolidating after recovering from earlier lows around the 1.3850 region.
AUDUSD technicals The AUDUSD has been on a strong run higher and is now pressing up against a critical resistance zone defined by multiple technical barriers. The pair is currently testing the double top highs near 0.6390, last seen in March and early April, and edging closer to the 2025 high of 0.6407. This area
2025.04.15 2025.04.15 Wheat Price Forecast & Prediction for 2025, 2026, and 2027–2030 Jana Kanehttps://www.litefinance.org/blog/authors/jana-kane/ Wheat is a pivotal agricultural commodity that impacts the global economy and food security. WHEAT is a popular investment for traders and investors alike. Wheat’s price movements are cyclical, but the value of wheat can be affected by natural and geopolitical
The Pound Sterling outperforms most of its peers on upbeat UK employment data for three months ending February. Investors await the UK CPI data for March, which will be released on Wednesday. US President Trump will likely announce a temporary suspension of automobile tariffs. The Pound Sterling (GBP) advances against its major peers, except antipodeans,
Euro is trading on the softer side in relatively quiet markets today, weighed down by a fresh round of weak economic data. The sharp plunge in German and Eurozone ZEW economic sentiment, triggered largely by mounting uncertainty over US trade policy, has deepened concerns about the region’s growth outlook. Adding to the dovish tone, ECB’s
Brent Oil prices remain rangebound amid trade tensions and fluctuating demand forecasts. IEA lowers oil demand growth projections, while China’s imports show an increase. Technical analysis indicates key support levels at 63.00, 61.00, and 60.00, with resistance at 66.42, 68.17, and 69.35. Most Read: USD/CHF Outlook: Swiss franc at 15-year highs on safe-haven flows Brent
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