The Japanese Yen continued to weaken on Thursday, even as economic data showed a positive trend. The Tokyo Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased to 2.2% year-over-year in May, up from April's 1.8%, which marked a 26-month low. In addition, Japan’s Retail Sales (YoY) grew 2.4% in April, accelerating from a downwardly revised 1.1% rise in March and surpassing market...
On Wednesday, the Canadian Dollar experienced a weakening trend across various currency pairs, as the safe-haven appeal of the US Dollar gained traction in the broader market. This decline in the Canadian Dollar's value was notably influenced by subdued bid-to-cover ratios observed in a US Treasury auction held on Tuesday, which contributed to dampened market...
EUR/USD rebounded from the 1.08150 demand area and closed in positive territory on Thursday. The pair fluctuates above 1.0830 during the European session as investors remain cautious ahead of key inflation data. The US Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) revised the annualized first-quarter Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth down to 1.3% from the initial estimate...
The GBP/CAD pair recently reached a market high on September 23, 2023. Presently, the price is situated in an accumulation area, suggesting the potential for a bearish reversal. Technical analysis indicates that the pair may retrace to the 1.7300 level and potentially beyond. Given the current market conditions, we have identified signs that support a possible...
On Wednesday, GBP/JPY experienced a slight decline, easing to 200.30 but remaining close to multi-decade highs near 200.75. The pair has drifted into bullish territory as markets seem to dismiss potential "Yenterventions" by the Bank of Japan (BoJ), which have yet to be confirmed. Despite speculation about direct intervention in global foreign exchange markets,...
Gold Shows Signs of Recovery Despite Stronger USD Gold prices have shown some recovery on Friday, despite the strength of the US Dollar (USD). However, the upside potential for the yellow metal might be constrained by diminishing expectations of a rate cut by the US Federal Reserve (Fed) in September. Nonetheless, safe-haven flows due to rising geopolitical...
On Tuesday, the US Dollar gained renewed strength during the American trading session as risk sentiment deteriorated due to escalating geopolitical tensions between Israel and Gaza. Concurrently, hawkish comments from Minneapolis Federal Reserve (Fed) President Neel Kashkari drove US Treasury bond yields higher, which in turn boosted the Greenback from its weekly...
The USD/CHF pair experienced notable selling pressure around the 0.9100 mark on Thursday during early European trading hours. This downward movement was primarily driven by the Swiss Franc (CHF) gaining traction following the release of a stronger-than-expected Gross Domestic Product (GDP) report for Switzerland in the first quarter (Q1) of 2024. As a result, the...
EUR/USD reached a new weekly high of 1.0880 during Tuesday’s European session. The major currency pair's strength can be attributed to a softening US Dollar (USD) and increasing uncertainty surrounding the European Central Bank's (ECB) future rate cut decisions following the June meeting. The robust economic outlook for the United States and hawkish guidance from...
The EUR/USD pair has shown strength as European Central Bank (ECB) policymakers refrain from committing to extending the rate-cut cycle beyond the June meeting. This cautious stance suggests that ECB officials are wary of aggressive policy easing, which could reignite inflationary pressures. Market Expectations Adjust In light of recent economic indicators...
The AUD/USD pair saw upward movement on Monday, benefiting from the subdued activity in the US markets due to the Memorial Day holiday, which left the Greenback weaker. This rise extends Friday’s recovery into a second consecutive day, providing some momentum for the Aussie dollar. Economic Indicators to Watch Australian Retail Sales and CPI Data: Tuesday:...
During Wednesday's London session, EUR/USD extended its losses, approaching 1.08370. The pair faces challenges as the US Dollar (USD) gains ground amidst rising risk aversion sentiment. This shift in market sentiment is possibly triggered by hawkish remarks from Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari, who suggested that further rate hikes remain a possibility....
Following our previous analysis of the EUR/USD pair, the price has approached the 1.0900 round level, which is significant as it is forming a potential double top pattern. This movement includes a retest of the previous high reached last Wednesday. Currently, there are no major news events impacting the market, which indicates that the price may experience a...
Gold experienced a strong bearish impulse yesterday, intensifying the selling pressure following the release of the FOMC minutes. This downward movement persisted well beyond the initial reaction to the news. Today, the price has reached a significant demand area, presenting a potential buying opportunity at a discounted price. The current price level is below the...
Gold experienced a decline following the retracement observed on Tuesday but opened Wednesday on a positive note. Today, members of the Federal Reserve (Fed) issued warnings that the US central bank requires much more compelling evidence that inflation is easing before it can begin cutting interest rates. This caution from the Fed underscores the likelihood that...
The GBP/NZD pair has shown a positive reaction to a significant demand area, with the price beginning to increase in value this morning. This upward movement is accompanied by an RSI divergence originating from oversold levels, which typically signals a potential reversal and further price appreciation. The presence of this RSI divergence strengthens the bullish...
The GBP/JPY Futures have demonstrated seven consecutive days of growth, characterized by a consistent retesting of previous market inefficiencies and increasing volumes. Each day, the price has closed above the volume range of every candle, while also maintaining its position above the Volume Weighted Average Price (VWAP). Additionally, the Delta has consistently...
Gold prices extended their gains on Monday, trading just below the all-time high of $2,450 reached during the Asian session. This movement is driven by growing expectations that major central banks, including the Federal Reserve, may ease monetary policy in 2024. After hitting the peak at $2,450, the price experienced a retracement to the 50% Fibonacci level,...