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Bigger than the pandemic: Germany unveils historic €512 billion issuance for 2026
Bigger than the pandemic: Germany unveils historic €512 billion issuance for 2026
Germany’s record €512 billion issuance marks a historic, high-cost fiscal pivot to battle economic stagnation
DXY holds above 98.00 amid quiet US data – ING
DXY holds above 98.00 amid quiet US data – ING
The Dollar Index (DXY) remains supported above 98.00 as recent US data and Fed commentary have had little impact, with attention shifting to today’s ECB meetings for potential near-term direction, ING's FX analyst Chris Turner notes.
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AUD/USD Price Forecasts: Aussie is clinging to the 0.6600 support area
AUD/USD Price Forecasts: Aussie is clinging to the 0.6600 support area
The Australian Dollar is trading practically flat against the Greenback on Thursday, attempting to hold above a support area right below the 0.6600 line, to put an end to a five-day losing streak, after peaking at 0.6679 on December 10.Recent data from Australia showed that demand for employment dec
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GBP retreats after surprise drop in UK inflation – Commerzbank
GBP retreats after surprise drop in UK inflation – Commerzbank
The Pound Sterling (GBP) reversed its gains after UK inflation came in below expectations, leaving the market focused on the Bank of England’s (BoE) rate cut today and the potential for further easing in upcoming meetings, Commerzbank's Head of FX and Commodity Research Thu Lan Nguyen notes.
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GBP: BOE vote could trigger further Sterling weakness – OCBC
GBP: BOE vote could trigger further Sterling weakness – OCBC
Pound Sterling (GBP) weakened overnight after softer-than-expected CPI data, with technical signals hinting at a possible reversal. Market attention turns to today’s BOE meeting and committee vote, which could drive further downside.
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EUR/USD tests key multi-month resistance – Société Générale
EUR/USD tests key multi-month resistance – Société Générale
EUR/USD has extended its rebound after breaking a short-term downtrend, but is now stalling near major resistance around 1.18, where near-term consolidation may decide whether a larger bullish trend unfolds, Société Générale's FX analysts note.
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US Dollar Index steadies near 98.50 ahead of CPI data
US Dollar Index steadies near 98.50 ahead of CPI data
The US Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the value of the US Dollar (USD) against six major currencies, is holding ground after registering little gains in the previous session and trading around 98.50 during the European hours on Thursday.
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EUR/USD drifts lower ahead ECB decision, US CPI data
EUR/USD drifts lower ahead ECB decision, US CPI data
EUR/USD has been rejected at 1.1750 and trades lower for the third consecutive day, changing hands at 1.1715 at the time of writing, but still within the weekly range, above 1.1700.
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BoE preview: soft data could lead to a dovish surprise. Here's what to look for.
BoE preview: soft data could lead to a dovish surprise. Here's what to look for.
The BoE is widely expected to cut by 25 bps bringing the Bank Rate to 3.75%, with a 5-4 vote split in favour of the cut. The focus will centre on the vote split and the forward guidance.
Gold’s December glow: Seasonal strength and perhaps one final push going into 2026
Gold’s December glow: Seasonal strength and perhaps one final push going into 2026
The precious metal follows December seasonal strength, supported by a weak dollar, rate cuts, and doubling as a safety hedge
EUR holds near highs ahead of ECB decision – OCBC
EUR holds near highs ahead of ECB decision – OCBC
Euro (EUR) consolidated near recent highs. Focus today on European Central Bank (ECB) decision. Policy rate is widely anticipated to be on hold but attention is on staff projection. Recent comments from ECB officials were somewhat more upbeat about economy – from growth to labor market.
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EUR/JPY is testing 183.15 high ahead of central banks’ decisions
EUR/JPY is testing 183.15 high ahead of central banks’ decisions
The Yen remains on its back foot on Thursday, despite market expectations that the BoJ will hike interest rates on Friday.
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GBP: BoE set to cut as Sterling positioning stretches – ING
GBP: BoE set to cut as Sterling positioning stretches – ING
The Bank of England is widely expected to cut rates by 25bp today, with rising odds of a dovish vote split after weaker November inflation data. This points to near-term downside risks for sterling, ING's FX analyst Chris Turner notes.
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Pound Sterling bounces back after BoE cut interest rates by 25 bps to 3.75%
Pound Sterling bounces back after BoE cut interest rates by 25 bps to 3.75%
The Pound Sterling (GBP) attracts significant bids and turns positive against its major currency peers on Thursday, following the Bank of England’s (BoE) interest rate decision. As expected, the BoE has cut its interest rates by 25 basis points (bps) to 3.75% from 4%, with a 5-4 majority.
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EUR/CAD slips toward 1.6150 due to Oil supply concerns, ECB decision awaited
EUR/CAD slips toward 1.6150 due to Oil supply concerns, ECB decision awaited
EUR/CAD pares its recent gains from the previous session, trading around 1.6160 during the European hours on Thursday. The currency cross weakens as the commodity-linked Canadian Dollar (CAD) strengthens on Oil supply concerns driven by rising geopolitical tensions.
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ECB Press Conference: Lagarde speaks on policy outlook after keeping rates steady in December
ECB Press Conference: Lagarde speaks on policy outlook after keeping rates steady in December
Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank (ECB), explains the ECB's decision to leave key rates unchanged at the December policy meeting and responds to questions from the press.
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USD/CAD Price Forecast: Sees fresh downside below 1.3720
USD/CAD Price Forecast: Sees fresh downside below 1.3720
The USD/CAD pair trades marginally lower around 1.3770 during the European trading session on Thursday.
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73% of Young Investors Say Traditional Wealth Building Is Broken - Here’s How They Trade Instead
73% of Young Investors Say Traditional Wealth Building Is Broken - Here’s How They Trade Instead
A new generation of retail investors is entering financial markets with expectations that differ sharply from those of previous cohorts.
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French business confidence picks up in December, boosted by manufacturing sentiment
French business confidence picks up in December, boosted by manufacturing sentiment
The composite business confidence index rises to 98.7 - its highest since June 2024
Prop Firms and Brokers Form a Perfect Synergy: One Offers Access, the Other Capital
Prop Firms and Brokers Form a Perfect Synergy: One Offers Access, the Other Capital
“And yet it moves…” - Galileo Galilei . What began as an alternative path has become a permanent pillar of the industry - prop trading is here to stay, grow and lead a financial uprising.
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CySEC Chair: “Honestly, No Matter What We Do, Scammers Will Find New Ways to Deceive Investors”
CySEC Chair: “Honestly, No Matter What We Do, Scammers Will Find New Ways to Deceive Investors”
The European Union’s AI Act is “only the beginning, with Level 2 and 3 measures and new supervisory frameworks soon to follow,” Dr.
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Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD hovers around $66.50 near record highs
Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD hovers around $66.50 near record highs
Silver price (XAG/USD) trades near $66.50 per troy ounce during European hours on Thursday, hovering around an all-time high of $66.89, recorded on Wednesday.
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What are the main events for today?
What are the main events for today?
The highlights include the BoE and ECB rate decisions, and the US CPI report
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Eurostoxx futures flat in early European trading
Eurostoxx futures flat in early European trading
A more tentative market mood ahead of the open later
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Prop Model Flaws: Traders Aren't Learning to Trade, They Are Learning to Gamble
Prop Model Flaws: Traders Aren't Learning to Trade, They Are Learning to Gamble
“And yet it moves…” - Galileo Galilei . What began as an alternative path has become a permanent pillar of the industry - prop trading is here to stay, grow and lead a financial uprising.
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NZD/USD falls to near 0.5750 ahead of US CPI data
NZD/USD falls to near 0.5750 ahead of US CPI data
NZD/USD extends its losses for the second successive session, trading around 0.5760 during the early European hours on Thursday. The pair weakens as the New Zealand Dollar (NZD) comes under pressure, even after data revealed stronger-than-expected economic growth.
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Switzerland November trade balance CHF 3.84 billion vs CHF 4.32 billion prior
Switzerland November trade balance CHF 3.84 billion vs CHF 4.32 billion prior
Latest data released by the Federal Statistical Office - 18 December 2025
Breaking: Bank of England cuts policy rate by 25 bps to 3.75% as expected
Breaking: Bank of England cuts policy rate by 25 bps to 3.75% as expected
The Bank of England announced on Thursday that it lowered the policy rate by 25 basis-points (bps) to 3.75% following the December meeting. This decision came in line with the market expectation.
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The FX and Crypto Landscape Entering 2026
The FX and Crypto Landscape Entering 2026
At Shift Markets, we’ve spent over 15 years building trading infrastructure for brokers and crypto exchanges worldwide, giving us a front-row seat to one of the most important industry shifts we’ve...
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WTI edges lower below $56.50 on US Dollar strength, weak China demand
WTI edges lower below $56.50 on US Dollar strength, weak China demand
West Texas Intermediate (WTI), the US crude oil benchmark, is trading around $56.30 during the early European trading hours on Thursday. The WTI price declines amid a modest rebound in the US Dollar (USD) and signs of weak Chinese energy demand. 
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The Trader’s Holiday Checklist: 7 Smart Habits for Ending the Year Strong
The Trader’s Holiday Checklist: 7 Smart Habits for Ending the Year Strong
As the end of the year approaches, traders around the world face a familiar challenge: balancing personal downtime with the urge to finish the year on a high note.
FX option expiries for 18 December 10am New York cut
FX option expiries for 18 December 10am New York cut
A look at what is on the board for today
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Forex Today: Investors brace for BoE and ECB policy decisions, US inflation data
Forex Today: Investors brace for BoE and ECB policy decisions, US inflation data
Here is what you need to know on Thursday, December 18:
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GBP/JPY holds steady above 208.00 as BoE and BoJ rate decisions loom
GBP/JPY holds steady above 208.00 as BoE and BoJ rate decisions loom
The GBP/JPY cross struggles to build on a goodish rebound from the 206.75 area, or a one-week low, touched on Tuesday, and oscillates in a narrow band during the Asian session on Thursday.
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EUR/GBP gathers strength above 0.8750, all eyes on ECB and BoE rate decicions
EUR/GBP gathers strength above 0.8750, all eyes on ECB and BoE rate decicions
The EUR/GBP cross gathers strength to near 0.8785 during the early European session on Thursday. The Pound Sterling (GBP) weakens against the Euro (EUR) on softer-than-expected UK inflation data and firming Bank of England (BoE) rate cut bets.
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US CPI report to overshadow key central bank decisions today
US CPI report to overshadow key central bank decisions today
After much delay, we will finally get an update on US inflation developments
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USD/CHF consolidates around 0.7950 as investors await US inflation data
USD/CHF consolidates around 0.7950 as investors await US inflation data
The USD/CHF pair trades in a tight range around 0.7950 during the late Asian trading session on Thursday. The Swiss Franc pair wobbles as investors await the United States (US) inflation data for November, which will be published at 13:30 GMT.
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EUR/USD Price Forecast: Could test 1.1750 amid strengthening bullish bias
EUR/USD Price Forecast: Could test 1.1750 amid strengthening bullish bias
EUR/USD remains flat after two days of small losses, trading around 1.1740 during the Asian hours on Thursday. On the daily chart, technical analysis indicates a strengthening of a bullish bias, as the pair continues to trade within an ascending channel pattern.
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USD/INR holds correction from record highs ahead of US inflation data
USD/INR holds correction from record highs ahead of US inflation data
The Indian Rupee (INR) moves higher against the US Dollar (USD) after a flat opening on Thursday. The USD/INR pair drops to near 90.50 amid expectations that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) could intervene again to support the Indian Rupee.
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India Gold price today: Gold falls, according to FXStreet data
India Gold price today: Gold falls, according to FXStreet data
Gold prices fell in India on Thursday, according to data compiled by FXStreet.
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