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Some in BOJ saw scope to resume rate hikes if trade friction eases, June minutes show
TOKYO, Aug 5 (Reuters) - A few Bank of Japan board members said the central bank would consider resuming interest rate increases if trade friction de-escalates, minutes of its June policy meeting showed on Tuesday."Given high uncertainties, the BOJ would likely pause rate hikes for the time bein...Reuters
Tue, Aug 5
USD/CAD trades with mild losses below 1.3800 ahead of US ISM Services PMI data
The USD/CAD pair trades with mild losses around 1.3775 during the early Asian session on Tuesday. Weaker-than-expected US July employment data and the resignation of a Federal Reserve Governor weigh on the US Dollar (USD) against the Canadian Dollar (CAD).
Fxstreet
Mon, Aug 4
RPT-ANALYSIS-Korea, US prepare for summit with details of trade deal unresolved
S.Korea scrambled for deal after Japan-U.S. pact, adviser saysSeoul, U.S. differ on distribution of profit from investments South Korea calls U.S. claims on trade deal 'political rhetoric' Seoul denies plan to open up rice marketSummit to take up defence costs, investments left out of deal ...Reuters
Mon, Aug 4
EUR/USD flatlines after Friday’s surge as Fed dovish bets build, Eurozone sentiment sours
The EUR/USD stagnates during Monday’s session, virtually unchanged, after Friday’s rally of over 1.52% following a worse-than-expected Nonfarm Payrolls report, which triggered a ramp-up of expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut at the September meeting.
Fxstreet
Mon, Aug 4
Australian Dollar holds steady heading into Tuesday
The Australian Dollar (AUD) held steady on Monday, holding onto last week’s late gains against the US Dollar (USD). AUD/USD kept a tight grip on the 0.6470 region, keeping the pair locked in against the 200-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA).
Fxstreet
Mon, Aug 4
JBT Marel Corp's Q2 revenue beats expectations at $935 mln
OverviewJBT Marel Q2 2025 revenue of $935 mln beats analyst expectations, per LSEG dataAdjusted EPS for Q2 2025 beats consensus, driven by recurring revenue and FX tailwindCo realized $8 mln in synergy savings from integration effortsOutlookJBT Marel re-establishes full year 2025 guidance with reven...Reuters
Mon, Aug 4
Brazil trade panel approves WTO consultation with US on tariffs, Lula to make final call
SAO PAULO, Aug 4 (Reuters) - Brazilian Vice President Geraldo Alckmin said that a council of ministers from trade chamber Camex gave the green light for the country to request a consultation at the World Trade Organization regarding the announced U.S. tariffs on Brazilian goods. The final decision ...Reuters
Mon, Aug 4
B&G Foods Q2 adjusted profit misses estimates, cuts FY guidance
OverviewB&G Foods Q2 2025 net sales fell 4.5%, missing analyst expectations, per LSEG dataAdjusted EPS for Q2 2025 missed estimatesCo revised full-year guidance downward for net sales, adjusted EBITDA, and adjusted EPSOutlookB&G Foods revises 2025 net sales guidance to $1.83 bln-$1.88 blnCom...Reuters
Mon, Aug 4
USD/CHF climbs as Swiss data beats fail to offset trade worries, US Dollar firms
The Swiss Franc (CHF) edges lower against the US Dollar (USD) on Monday, snapping a two-day winning streak as the Greenback stabilizes, supported by a rebound in Treasury yields following last week’s soft jobs data.
Fxstreet
Mon, Aug 4
FOREX-US dollar gains in consolidation move after Fed turmoil, Trump's shake-up
Dollar rebounds slightly after Friday's slideWeak jobs, uncertainty over Fed independence weigh on dollarInvestors pricing in more than 80% chance of September Fed cutBy Gertrude Chavez-Dreyfuss NEW YORK, Aug 4 (Reuters) - The U.S. dollar slightly recovered on Monday, consolidating recent mov...Reuters
Mon, Aug 4
Japanese Yen gains ground ahead of BoJ minutes, USD under pressure amid policy uncertainty
The Japanese Yen (JPY) extended its gains against the US Dollar (USD) on Monday, strengthening slightly after staging a sharp rebound from a four-month low of 150.84 following Friday’s disappointing US employment report.
Fxstreet
Mon, Aug 4
GBP/USD rebounds as Fed fate cut bets rise on weak US jobs data
The GBP/USD rallies for the second straight day, up by 0.12% following a dismal jobs report in the United States (US). The data prompted investors to price in a rate cut by the Federal Reserve at the upcoming September meeting. The pair trades at 1.3289, after bouncing off daily lows of 1.3253.Fxstreet
Mon, Aug 4
Australian Dollar falters below 0.6500 as RBA rate cut bets weigh on sentiment
The Australian Dollar (AUD) loses traction against the US Dollar (USD) on Monday, as the Greenback stabilizes in the aftermath of Friday’s disappointing Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) report. July’s jobs report delivered a clear downside surprise.Fxstreet
Mon, Aug 4
FOREX-US dollar gains after Friday's slump as Fed cuts loom; Swiss franc drops
Dollar rebounds slightly after Friday's slideWeak jobs data, uncertainty over Fed independence weigh on US currencyInvestors pricing in more than 80% chance of September Fed cutBy Samuel Indyk and Gertrude Chavez-Dreyfuss LONDON/NEW YORK, Aug 4 (Reuters) - The U.S. dollar modestly recovered o...Reuters
Mon, Aug 4
EUR/USD pauses below 1.1600 as soft US labor data lifts interest rate cut hopes, Eurozone outlook weakens
The Euro (EUR) holds firm against the US Dollar (USD) on Monday, consolidating Friday’s sharp gains after a weaker-than-expected US Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) report fueled expectations that the Federal Reserve (Fed) will cut interest rates as soon as September.Fxstreet
Mon, Aug 4
Russian rouble edges up vs dollar; potential new US sanctions in focus
MOSCOW, Aug 4 (Reuters) - The Russian rouble edged up against the U.S. dollar and was flat against China's yuan on Monday, with U.S. President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff set to visit Russia this week amid the prospect of Washington imposing new sanctions.The rouble was up 0.1...Reuters
Mon, Aug 4
