EUR/USD slumps to near 1.1355 in Wednesday’s early Asian session, down 0.58% on the day. Trump said he had no intention of firing Fed’s Powell, despite being frustrated with the high interest rates. Traders ramp up ECB rate cut bets in the June meeting. The EUR/USD pair attracts some sellers to around 1.1355 during the […]
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GBP/USD soars above 1.3400 as threat to Fed’s independence batters US Dollar The GBP/USD pair rallies to near 1.3400 during European trading hours on Monday, the highest level seen in seven months. The Cable strengthens as the US Dollar (USD) has been battered by the threat to the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) independence after United States
GBP/USD attracts some buyers to around 1.3350 in Monday’s early Asian session. The UK hopes to strike a deal with Trump after he imposed 10% tariffs on most imports of British goods to the US. Fed’s Powell said the US central bank remains in wait-and-see mode. The GBP/USD pair extends its upside to near 1.3350
Schwab stock was up about 2% on the day Charles Schwab (NASDAQ: SCHW) had an excellent first quarter, as trading revenue for the brokerage leader jumped significantly amid the volatility that dominated the first quarter. Schwab saw its revenue spike 18% year-over-year in the quarter to $5.6 billion, which topped estimates of $5.5 billion. Net
Gold price edges lower in Friday’s Asian session, pressured by profit-taking. Mounting uncertainty about tariffs and recession fears could boost the safe-haven flows, supporting the Gold price. Fed’s Daly is set to speak later on Friday. The Gold price (XAU/USD) holds steady on Friday after retreating from an all-time high of $3,358 as investors book
The Australian Dollar appreciates as the US Dollar softens amid rising economic concerns. Trump struck an optimistic tone, suggesting a trade deal with China could be finalized within three to four weeks. Fed Chair Jerome Powell cautioned that a weak economy combined with sustained inflation could heighten the risk of stagflation. The Australian Dollar (AUD)
Japan’s Economy Minister Ryosei Akazawa said early Thursday that the officials agreed to hold a second meeting with the United States this month. Key quotes Told US negotiation counterparts Japan wants the best solution as soon as possible for both nations.Strongly requested revocation of tariffs on Japan.Agreed to hold a second meeting this month.Says there was no
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
Japanese Finance Minister Shunichi Kato said on Tuesday, “excessive volatility would negatively affect economic and financial stability.” Additional quotes Planning to attend the Spring meetings of IMF, World Bank in Washington. Forex rates should be determined by markets. Have agreed with Bessent to closely communicate on forex. Closely monitoring financial markets as they have been
USD/JPY recovers some lost ground to near 143.55 in Friday’s early Asian session. An escalating trade war and uncertainty boost the safe-haven demand, supporting the Japanese Yen. The hawkish stance of the BoJ contributes to the JPY’s upside. The USD/JPY pair holds losses near 143.55 during the Asian trading hours on Friday, pressured by the weaker
Reuters reported early Friday that US President Donald Trump is likely to retaliate on trade if Mexico doesn’t deliver water to the United States. Mexican officials are preparing to increase the amount of water they send to the US due to concerns that Trump may bring an 81-year-old water treaty dispute into trade negotiations. Under
USD/CAD rebounds to around 1.4105 in Thursday’s early Asian session. Trump announced a 90-day pause on higher reciprocal tariffs on US trading partners. The US CPI inflation report for March will be in the spotlight later on Thursday. The USD/CAD pair recovers some lost ground to near 1.4105 during the early Asian session on Thursday.
GBP/USD edged higher after US President Donald Trump signaled a willingness to engage in trade negotiations. US Customs and Border Protection confirmed plans to start collecting country-specific tariffs from 86 trade partners. The British Pound found support from stronger as the 10-year gilt yield rose to around 4.61%. The GBP/USD pair advances for a second
US President Donald Trump said late Tuesday that China is manipulating the Chinese Yuan to offset against tariffs. Key quotes Says we’re going to tariff pharmaceuticalsChina pays a 104% tariff.Always had a very good relationship with China’s XiMore tariffs on China will be in place tonight.Expects China to reach an agreement eventually. Market reaction At
The Greenback softens a touch on Tuesday against major peers amidst trade war tensions. Markets revalued the Greenback to the upside after upbeat Nonfarm Payrolls numbers and US yields rebounding. The US Dollar Index trades back above 103.00 and looks to consolidate further. The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the performance of the US
US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that unless the China trade deficit is solved, there will be no deal, according to Reuters. Trump further stated that “sometimes you have to take medicine” when asked about recent market volatility, insisting he was not deliberately trying to trigger a selloff. US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick confirmed on
Australia’s trade surplus decreased to 2,968M MoM in February versus 5,600M expected and 5,156M (revised from 5,620M) in the previous reading, according to the latest foreign trade data published by the Australian Bureau of Statistics on Thursday. Further details reveal that Australia’s Exports fell by 3.6% MoM in February from 0.8% (revised from 1.3%) seen a month earlier. Meanwhile, Imports rose by
