Monthly Archives: April 2026
During European trading, NYMEX WTI futures rebound above $90 after Trump warns of fresh Iran deployments
Written on April 15, 2026 at 2:49 pm, by josephine
WTI nears $90 as troop deployment boosts prices, while ceasefire talks and technical resistance keep outlook uncertain.
In April, US MBA mortgage applications increased from -0.8% previously to 1.8%, showing renewed demand
Written on April 15, 2026 at 2:23 pm, by josephine
US MBA mortgage applications rose 1.8% in week ending 10 April, rebounding from prior -0.8% decline.
IRGC warns Gulf and Oman Sea trade could halt if US Hormuz blockade persists against Iran
Written on April 15, 2026 at 2:19 pm, by josephine
IRGC warns it may block Gulf, Sea of Oman trade if US Hormuz blockade persists; troops planned.
Following a holiday, the Indian rupee strengthens as optimism grows over potential second-round US–Iran talks
Written on April 15, 2026 at 1:52 pm, by josephine
Indian rupee strengthens after holiday as oil drops, risk sentiment improves; USD/INR slides near 93.20.
TD Securities reports US yields surged as equities rallied; softer PPI lifts S&P 500; core PCE seen 0.26% m/m
Written on April 15, 2026 at 1:49 pm, by josephine
US yields jumped as stocks rose; soft PPI shifted focus to Fed remarks, Beige Book, TIC.
Germany’s 30-year bond auction yielded 3.57%, rising from the prior 3.42% recorded earlier
Written on April 15, 2026 at 12:52 pm, by josephine
Germany’s 30-year bond auction yield rose to 3.57% from 3.42%, increasing long-term borrowing costs overall.
This week, two AI earnings may sway markets as S&P 500 profits rise 14% year-on-year
Written on April 15, 2026 at 12:49 pm, by josephine
S&P 500 earnings season intensifies; banks, ASML and TSMC in focus amid strong tech growth forecasts.
Renewed optimism over US-Iran dialogue lifts AUD/JPY towards 113.50, extending gains into a third day
Written on April 15, 2026 at 12:22 pm, by josephine
AUD/JPY held near 113.40 amid improved risk sentiment, weaker yen, oil tensions, and RBA stagflation concerns.
During European trading, GBP/USD stays near 1.3565, just below its two-month peak around 1.3590
Written on April 15, 2026 at 12:19 pm, by josephine
GBP/USD steady near 1.3565; risk-on mood, lower dollar ahead of Bailey remarks, key levels watched.
This week, the US Dollar Index hovers around 98.00, leaving USD the weakest G8 currency
Written on April 15, 2026 at 11:51 am, by josephine
US Dollar Index hit 98.00, weakest G8; fell on ceasefire hopes and softer-than-expected PPI inflation.
