Japan may face significant impact from Trump’s auto tariffs but is unlikely to respond with major retaliation.
USDJPY maintains upward momentum; strong Tokyo CPI boosts Yen, raising prospects of BOJ interest rate hikes.
France’s March CPI rose 0.8% year-on-year, slightly below expectations, indicating eased inflationary pressures.
European futures dip amid Trump tariff concerns; market sentiment remains cautious ahead of week’s end trading.
Germany’s consumer sentiment slightly improves, yet high saving tendencies continue to impede a stronger economic recovery.
Banks expect stronger dollar demand near month-end and quarter-end, with Deutsche Bank and Barclays signaling interest.
Key FX option expiries may impact EUR/USD and USD/JPY, with market sentiment driving price direction.
Xi stresses mutual respect, cooperation in US-China ties; assures fair access to investors amid FDI drop.
Tokyo inflation surpasses target, boosting rate hike prospects; yen fluctuates, gold hits record high.
Core PCE guides Fed policy, excludes food and energy, and surprises can cause major market shifts.
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