USD/CAD Price Forecast: Flirts with 1.3730-1.3725 support ahead of US/Canadian macro data
USD/CAD Price Forecast: Flirts with 1.3730-1.3725 support ahead of US/Canadian macro data
The USD/CAD pair extends the previous day's rejection slide from the 1.3800 mark and attracts some follow-through selling for the second consecutive day on Tuesday.
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GBP/USD Price Forecast: Bulls have the upper hand, move beyond 1.3500 awaited
GBP/USD Price Forecast: Bulls have the upper hand, move beyond 1.3500 awaited
The GBP/USD pair builds on the previous day's strong move higher and gains positive traction for the second consecutive day on Tuesday.
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Japan bond and currency selloff could extend further, says ex-policymaker
Japan bond and currency selloff could extend further, says ex-policymaker
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Japan bond and currency selloff could extend further, says ex-policymaker
Remarks by former BOJ policymaker, Seiji Adachi, to Reuters
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AUD/JPY Price Forecast: Softens near 104.00 amid intervention fears, broader uptrend prevails
AUD/JPY Price Forecast: Softens near 104.00 amid intervention fears, broader uptrend prevails
The AUD/JPY cross attracts some sellers near 104.05 during the early European session on Tuesday. The Japanese Yen (JPY) strengthens against the Australian Dollar (AUD) amid the intervention fears.
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EUR/USD Price Forecast: Eyes 1.1800 barrier near two-month highs
EUR/USD Price Forecast: Eyes 1.1800 barrier near two-month highs
EUR/USD extends its gains for the second successive session, trading around 1.1780 during the Asian hours on Tuesday. On the daily chart, technical analysis indicates a persistent bullish bias, as the pair moves upward within the ascending channel pattern.
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Zandi says US inflation is higher than reported as CPI data quality worsens
Zandi says US inflation is higher than reported as CPI data quality worsens
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Zandi says US inflation is higher than reported as CPI data quality worsens
Concerns over CPI reliability may complicate Fed policy signalling, reinforcing caution around rate-cut expectations as underlying inflation appears stickier than headline data imply.
Japan officials’ warnings have continued to bolster the yen, USD/JPY under 156.50
Japan officials’ warnings have continued to bolster the yen, USD/JPY under 156.50
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Japan officials’ warnings have continued to bolster the yen, USD/JPY under 156.50
Official warnings from Tokyo on “one-sided” FX moves have lent support to the yen and kept intervention risk front of mind for USD/JPY traders, with broader risk sentiment and BoJ policy cues also contributing to currency strength.
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PBOC sets USD/ CNY central rate at 7.0523 (vs. estimate at 7.0267)
PBOC sets USD/ CNY central rate at 7.0523 (vs. estimate at 7.0267)
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PBOC sets USD/ CNY central rate at 7.0523 (vs. estimate at 7.0267)
PBOC CNY reference rate setting for the trading session ahead.
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RBA meeting minutes underline upside inflation risks, leave door ajar to tightening
RBA meeting minutes underline upside inflation risks, leave door ajar to tightening
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RBA meeting minutes underline upside inflation risks, leave door ajar to tightening
Minutes reinforce a hawkish hold narrative, supporting front-end rates and keeping AUD downside limited as markets reassess the likelihood of renewed tightening.
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PBOC is expected to set the USD/CNY reference rate at 7.0267 – Reuters estimate
PBOC is expected to set the USD/CNY reference rate at 7.0267 – Reuters estimate
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PBOC is expected to set the USD/CNY reference rate at 7.0267 – Reuters estimate
PBOC CNY reference rate setting for the trading session ahead.
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MUFG sees risk of Swiss National Bank negative rates if Swiss franc stays strong
MUFG sees risk of Swiss National Bank negative rates if Swiss franc stays strong
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MUFG sees risk of Swiss National Bank negative rates if Swiss franc stays strong
Persistent CHF strength raises downside risk for Swiss rates and reinforces the franc’s role as a funding currency, though EUR/CHF gains may be capped if European geopolitical risks ease.
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ICYMI - Nvidia China shipment plans lift US stocks as AI export policy eases
ICYMI - Nvidia China shipment plans lift US stocks as AI export policy eases
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ICYMI - Nvidia China shipment plans lift US stocks as AI export policy eases
Easing perceived regulatory risk around AI chip exports supported US tech stocks and broader risk sentiment, though uncertainty around approvals keeps volatility elevated.
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EURUSD climbs to 1.1760 as Fed easing bets weigh on Dollar
EURUSD climbs to 1.1760 as Fed easing bets weigh on Dollar
EUR/USD edges higher during the North American session, up 0.42% amid growing speculation that the Federal Reserve would continue easing policy, amid a scarce economic docket in both sides of the Atlantic. The pair trades at 1.1757 after bouncing off daily lows of 1.1706.
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Bessent hints at Fed inflation target rethink and possible end to dot plot
Bessent hints at Fed inflation target rethink and possible end to dot plot
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Bessent hints at Fed inflation target rethink and possible end to dot plot
The remarks may add to longer-term uncertainty around Fed communication and credibility, with potential implications for USD sentiment and front-end rate pricing.
Preview of the Reserve Bank of Australia December meeting minutes due today, December 23
Preview of the Reserve Bank of Australia December meeting minutes due today, December 23
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Preview of the Reserve Bank of Australia December meeting minutes due today, December 23
Economic and event calendar in Asia for December is bare apart from the RBA minutes
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Gold jumps above $4,440 as geopolitical flare, Fed cut bets mount
Gold jumps above $4,440 as geopolitical flare, Fed cut bets mount
Gold (XAU/USD) rallies over 2% on Monday, reaching a record high of $4,442 amid rising geopolitical tensions and expectations that the Federal Reserve (Fed) will continue to reduce interest rates next year, pushing US Treasury yields lower.
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WTI Price Forecast: Momentum improves as prices rebound from eight-month lows
WTI Price Forecast: Momentum improves as prices rebound from eight-month lows
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) Crude Oil edges higher on Monday as escalating tensions between the United States (US) and Venezuela add a modest geopolitical risk premium to Oil markets.
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GBP/USD jumps above 1.34 as UK GDP meets forecasts, US Dollar trades thin
GBP/USD jumps above 1.34 as UK GDP meets forecasts, US Dollar trades thin
GBP/USD rallies during the North American session on Monday, up by 0.59% after the latest data in the United Kingdom (UK) showed that the economy grew as expected amid thin liquidity trading as investors brace for the Christmas Eve holiday.
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Gold breaks above $4,400 as geopolitical tensions and Fed outlook lift demand
Gold breaks above $4,400 as geopolitical tensions and Fed outlook lift demand
Gold (XAU/USD) surges to fresh record highs on Monday, as escalating geopolitical tensions bolster safe-haven demand. At the time of writing, XAU/USD is trading around $4,424, up about 2% on the day, after breaking above the October 20 peak near $4,381.
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BOJ still likely to raise interest rates further with target of 1.50%, says ex-policymaker
BOJ still likely to raise interest rates further with target of 1.50%, says ex-policymaker
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BOJ still likely to raise interest rates further with target of 1.50%, says ex-policymaker
Remarks by former BOJ policymaker, Makoto Sakurai, who spoke to Reuters earlier today
Is the Santa Claus rally a real thing for stocks?
Is the Santa Claus rally a real thing for stocks?
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Is the Santa Claus rally a real thing for stocks?
A look at the past performance of the S&P 500 during Christmas week
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US Dollar Index (DXY) Price Forecast: Struggles around 100-day SMA; above mid-98.00s
US Dollar Index (DXY) Price Forecast: Struggles around 100-day SMA; above mid-98.00s
The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the Greenback against a basket of currencies, struggles to build on last week's recovery from its lowest level since early August and trades with a mild negative bias during the early European session on Monday.
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Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD bulls retain control near record high, above $69.00
Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD bulls retain control near record high, above $69.00
Silver (XAG/USD) prolongs its recent well-established uptrend and climbs to a fresh record high, around the $69.45 area, during the Asian session.
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EUR/USD Price Forecast: Remains above 1.1700 as bullish momentum builds
EUR/USD Price Forecast: Remains above 1.1700 as bullish momentum builds
EUR/USD breaks its four-day losing streak, trading around 1.1720 during the Asian hours on Monday. On the daily chart, technical analysis indicates a prevailing bullish bias, as the pair remains slightly above the ascending channel pattern.
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EUR/JPY Price Forecast: First upside barrier emerges near 185.00
EUR/JPY Price Forecast: First upside barrier emerges near 185.00
The EUR/JPY cross loses traction to near 184.35 during the early European session on Monday.
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Ackman pitches radical SPARC deal to Elon Musk to take SpaceX public (Tesla-linked route)
Ackman pitches radical SPARC deal to Elon Musk to take SpaceX public (Tesla-linked route)
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Ackman pitches radical SPARC deal to Elon Musk to take SpaceX public (Tesla-linked route)
If pursued, the proposal could challenge traditional IPO mechanics, pressure underwriting economics, and set a precedent for shareholder-linked listings among mega-cap tech ecosystems.
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PBOC sets USD/ CNY reference rate at 7.0572 (vs. estimate 7.0407)
PBOC sets USD/ CNY reference rate at 7.0572 (vs. estimate 7.0407)
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PBOC sets USD/ CNY reference rate at 7.0572 (vs. estimate 7.0407)
PBOC CNY reference rate setting for the trading session ahead.
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PBOC is expected to set the USD/CNY reference rate at 7.0407 – Reuters estimate
PBOC is expected to set the USD/CNY reference rate at 7.0407 – Reuters estimate
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PBOC is expected to set the USD/CNY reference rate at 7.0407 – Reuters estimate
PBOC CNY reference rate setting for the trading session ahead.
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Apple readies AI glasses and smart AirPods in next wearable push
Apple readies AI glasses and smart AirPods in next wearable push
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Apple readies AI glasses and smart AirPods in next wearable push
Apple’s planned AI wearables signal a shift toward ambient, on-device AI, supporting long-term ecosystem stickiness while reinforcing demand across its Taiwan-centric hardware supply chain.
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Westpac sees RBA holding firm through 2026 as inflation risks linger. Cuts seen in 2027.
Westpac sees RBA holding firm through 2026 as inflation risks linger. Cuts seen in 2027.
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Westpac sees RBA holding firm through 2026 as inflation risks linger. Cuts seen in 2027.
Westpac’s outlook reinforces a higher-for-longer rates narrative in Australia, pushing back near-term easing expectations and anchoring front-end yield pricing into 2026.
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Fed’s Hammack pushes back on cuts, says inflation still too high
Fed’s Hammack pushes back on cuts, says inflation still too high
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Fed’s Hammack pushes back on cuts, says inflation still too high
Hammack’s comments reinforce a hawkish hold narrative, challenging expectations for near-term easing and supporting higher-for-longer rate pricing.
Silver Price Analysis: XAG/USD surges to new all-time highs near $67.50
Silver Price Analysis: XAG/USD surges to new all-time highs near $67.50
Silver (XAG/USD) price rallies to a new all-time high of $67.46 even though US Treasury yields and the US Dollar remain firm on Friday, amid the lack of catalysts, except for the US Consumer Sentiment poll made by the University of Michigan, which showed that US households are trimming spending on d
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Gold climbs to $4,350 as safe-haven flows ignore firm US Dollar, yields
Gold climbs to $4,350 as safe-haven flows ignore firm US Dollar, yields
Gold (XA/USD) surges during the North American session on Friday, up 0.30% despite rising US Treasury bond yields and of the US Dollar, which is poised to finish the week with modest gains of 0.25%. At the time of writing, XAU/USD trades at $4,344 after bouncing off daily lows of $4,309.
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GBP/USD drifts lower as UK data disappoints and Fed cautious tone caps upside
GBP/USD drifts lower as UK data disappoints and Fed cautious tone caps upside
The GBP/USD pair hovers around familiar levels, yet it has dropped below the 1.3400 mark on Friday after Retail Sales in the UK missed estimates and Federal Reserve (Fed) speakers crossed the wires. At the time of writing, the pair trades at around 1.3370, virtually unchanged.
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ECB's Lane on why the ECB is cutting into a sticky-inflation slowing economy
ECB's Lane on why the ECB is cutting into a sticky-inflation slowing economy
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ECB's Lane on why the ECB is cutting into a sticky-inflation slowing economy
ECB Chief Economist Philip Lane breaks down the eurozone economy in charts and it's not a great picture
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GBP rally above 1.34 quickly fades – Scotiabank
GBP rally above 1.34 quickly fades – Scotiabank
Pound Sterling’s (GBP) post-BoE push through 1.34 has reversed alongside a broader US Dollar (USD) rebound, leaving GBP/USD back near the middle of its recent range.
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EUR surrenders post-ECB gains despite hawkish undertone – Scotiabank
EUR surrenders post-ECB gains despite hawkish undertone – Scotiabank
The Euro (EUR) failed to sustain gains following the European Central Bank (ECB) decision, even as unchanged rates and upgraded growth projections reinforced the view that the easing cycle has ended, Scotiabank's Chief FX Strategists Shaun Osborne and Eric Theoret report.
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Fed's Waller had 'a strong interview' but the market isn't buying it
Fed's Waller had 'a strong interview' but the market isn't buying it
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Fed's Waller had 'a strong interview' but the market isn't buying it
CNBC says Waller one of four to be interviewed
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