Forex

Key points:  PCE inflation rose 2.7% in April, easing fears of spiraling inflation.  US Dollar Index logged modest losses, reflecting a weaker greenback. This article is a follow-up to: PCE data to play integral role in Fed rate decisions  The …

Key points: Hang Seng Index gains 2.32%, marking its best day since May 2. ECB expected to cut rates by 0.25%, influencing regional market sentiment. On Monday, Hong Kong’s stock market experienced an observable surge, with the benchmark Hang Seng …

Key points: The dollar index remained steady at 104.58 on Monday, reflecting a 1.56% decline in May but up 3% for the year. Emerging market currencies, particularly the Indian rupee and Mexican peso, showed strength following positive election results in …

Wall Street endured a tough week, marked by significant declines driven by rising Treasury yields and hawkish comments from Federal Reserve officials. The market sentiment was further dampened by higher-than-expected inflation data from Germany and Australia, escalating global inflation concerns. …

Key points:  Finance Minister of Japan Shunichi Suzuki emphasizes need for forex stability.  Suspected intervention of JPY 9 trillion (approximately USD 57.11 billion) to support the Japanese currency.  10-year Japanese government bond yield reaches 1.1%, highest since 2011.  This article …

Key Points:  New Zealand dollar rises to $0.612 as economic growth in the US is slower than expected, indicating potential for rate cuts.  Investors await US PCE inflation data and the speech from RBNZ Governor Adrian Orr.  The New Zealand …

Key Points: EUR/USD falls below 1.0800: The currency pair dips under a significant threshold, influenced by a strong dollar and higher yields. Technical support in focus: Near-term support levels are crucial as the pair tests critical technical markers. The EUR/USD …

Key points: Aussie pinned at $0.6605: After retreating from $0.6667, the AUDUSD faces immediate support at $0.6592 and resistance at $0.6680. Kiwi eases to $0.6108: With resistance at $0.6170 and support around $0.6084, the NZDUSD reflects cautious trading. The Australian …

Key Points:  Bank of Japan (BOJ) board member Seiji Adachi signals possible policy action if the Japanese yen falls excessively.  Underlying inflation continues to trend toward 2%.  BOJ to adjust monetary support based on economic, price and financial developments.  On …

Key points:  Copper prices increase on expectations of stronger demand from China.  LME copper rose 0.5% to $4.79 per pound while SHFE copper gained 0.3% to $5.32 per pound.  Recent US dollar stability and rising inventories in China limited the …