The AUD/USD pair trades higher around 0.6400, up 0.26% on the day. US GDP data misses expectations, showing a contraction of 0.3% in Q1 2025. Market expectations for a Fed rate cut in June rise as weak data weighs on the USD. Investors remain cautious ahead of key US data releases, including NFPs and GDP […]
The US Dollar trades marginally higher against most major currencies. President Trump lashed out at Fed’s Powell again during a rally in Detroit. The US Dollar Index is capped below the 100.00 round level ahead of key US data. The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the performance of the US Dollar (USD) against six
Indian Rupee steadies in Monday’s Asian session. Concerns over geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan weigh on the Indian Rupee. Rising foreign inflows and lower crude oil prices might help limit the INR’s losses. The Indian Rupee (INR) holds steady on Monday. Rising tension with Pakistan could trigger a risk-off sentiment among traders, which might
The Australian Dollar remains under pressure as the US Dollar strengthens, supported by signs of easing US-China tensions. China’s move to exempt certain US imports from its 125% tariffs has sparked some optimism for better trade relations. The Federal Reserve is in its blackout period ahead of the May 7 Federal Open Market Committee meeting.
Gold snaps two-day losing streak, gaining 1.5% on fresh trade war fears. Trump softens tariff talk, but China denies negotiations and demands full rollback. Fed rate cut bets rise as yields drop and economic uncertainty builds. Gold price snapped two days of losses on Thursday and rose $50, or more than 1.50%, amid renewed concerns
The US Dollar halts decline and sees the DXY US Dollar Index trade around 0.50% lower. China says tariffs need to go first, before talks can start. The US Dollar Index remains capped below the 100.00 round level. The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the performance of the US Dollar (USD) against six
Gold price rebounds from the Asian session trough as the USD stalls its recovery from a multi-year low. The weakening investors’ confidence in the US economy and Fed rate cut bets weigh on the Greenback. The optimism over easing US-China tensions remains supportive of the risk-on impulse and caps the XAU/USD pair. Gold price (XAU/USD)
AUD/USD trades around the 0.6400 zone, holding gains despite US Dollar stabilization. Concerns about a China-linked slowdown keep the Aussie under pressure, despite upbeat Q1 Chinese GDP. Resistance emerges near 0.6420; short-term moving averages maintain bullish alignment. The Australian Dollar (AUD) trades with a modestly bullish tone on Tuesday, consolidating near the 0.6400 region during
EUR/USD sticks to gains near 1.1500 as the US Dollar has been battered by Trump’s attack on the Fed’s independence. Trump blames Fed Powell for the potential US economic slowdown. The ECB is expected to cut interest rates in June due to escalating downside risks to Eurozone inflation. EUR/USD trades firmly around 1.1500 during European
Gold hits fresh all-time high as Trump attacks Powell, calling him “a major loser” for delaying rate cuts. DXY plunges to 97.92 as Fed independence is questioned and stagflation risks remain in focus. Traders brace for key Fed speeches this week from Jefferson, Harker, and Kashkari amid growing policy uncertainty. Gold price begins the week
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)
Gold pulls back from $3,357 all-time high as Powell warns Fed’s goals may conflict, raising stagflation concerns. Market mixed: Dow dips on UnitedHealth crash while other indices see modest gains. Trump signals trade progress with EU and China; ECB cuts rates 25 bps, widening global policy divergence. Gold retreated on Thursday ahead of the Good
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
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
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,
The US Dollar Index saw choppy action near the 99 zone in Monday’s session, rebounding from a fresh three-year low. Tariff uncertainty, sinking consumer confidence and elevated inflation expectations continue to weigh on sentiment. Technical signals remain bearish, with price capped below key resistance at the 101.80–102.20 zone. The US Dollar Index (DXY) recovered slightly
