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IMF reserve data shows stabilisation in third quarter
LONDON, Dec 22 (Reuters) - The U.S. dollar's share of global currency reserves reported to the International Monetary Fund edged lower to 56.92% in the third quarter of 2025, while the share of euro-denominated reserves crept higher, International Monetary Fund data showed.The data, released on ...Reuters
Mon, Dec 22
Sterling keeps rising after the Bank of England raised the bar on rate cuts
Sterling gains against dollarUK economy grows 0.1% in third quarter, BoE expects zero growth in fourth quarterMoney markets price in at least one rate cut in 2026 LONDON, Dec 22 (Reuters) - The pound rose on Monday, building on gains made last week after the Bank of England delivered a widely exp...Reuters
Mon, Dec 22
AUD/USD surges to near 0.6640 as Australian Dollar outperforms
The AUD/USD pair is up 0.45% to near 0.6640 during the European trading session on Monday. The Aussie pair strengthens as the US Dollar (USD) underperforms its peers, despite traders remaining confident that the Federal Reserve (Fed) will not cut interest rates in the first policy meeting of 2026.
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Mon, Dec 22
ECB’s Kazimir: Risks to outlook are more balanced
European Central Bank (ECB) policymaker and governor of the National Bank of Slovakia, Peter Kažimír, said during the European trading session on Monday that risks to outlook are narrower, more balanced, adding that he is more cautious about rather subdued long-term growth prospects.Fxstreet
Mon, Dec 22
FOREX-Yen slides as cautious BOJ stance dares traders to test Tokyo's patience
Japan officials say ready to "take appropriate actions" on yenYen sank to record low vs Swiss franc, near record low to euroYen bears emboldened by lack of hawkish signals from BOJ chiefBy Kevin Buckland and Amanda Cooper TOKYO/LONDON, Dec 22 (Reuters) - The yen languished near record low...Reuters
Mon, Dec 22
BOJ to raise interest rates to 1.5% under Ueda, ex-c.bank policymaker says
First hike to 1.0% could come around June or July, Sakurai saysFurther hikes could become challenging as rates approach neutralBOJ likely sees neutral rate sitting somewhere around 1.75%Weak yen reflects market concern over Japan's fiscal policyBy Leika Kihara TOKYO, Dec 22 (Reuters) - The Ba...Reuters
Mon, Dec 22
EUR/CAD steadies near 1.6160 as holiday trading limits volumes
EUR/CAD moves little after registering little gains in the previous session, hovering around 1.6160 during the early European hours on Monday. Volumes are expected to remain light as trading enters a holiday-shortened week ahead of Christmas.
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Mon, Dec 22
ROI-Which bullish 2026 equity plays don’t require AI euphoria?: Helen Jewell
By Helen Jewell LONDON, Dec 22 (Reuters) - For equity investors seeking a smooth ride in 2026, increasing exposure beyond artificial intelligence euphoria could be a good New Year’s resolution - and opportunities may be hiding in plain sight.Investors have reason to be wary. U.S. equity valuation...Reuters
Mon, Dec 22
USD/CAD Price Forecast: Holds onto Friday’s gains near 1.3800
The USD/CAD pair trades firmly near Friday’s high around 1.3800 during the early European trading session on Monday. The Loonie pair demonstrates strength as the Canadian Dollar (CAD) underperforms amid growing household spending concerns.
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Mon, Dec 22
NZD/USD Price Forecast: Regains ground near 20-day EMA
The NZD/USD pair trades 0.25% higher to near 0.5770 during the early European trading session on Monday. The Kiwi pair regains ground after revisiting an almost three-week low near 0.5736 on Friday amid improved risk sentiment.
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Mon, Dec 22
Japan warns it will take 'appropriate' action against excessive FX moves
By Takaya Yamaguchi and Kaori Kaneko TOKYO, Dec 22 (Reuters) - Japanese authorities said on Monday that they would take "appropriate" action against excessive exchange-rate moves, in comments that raise the prospect of intervention after last week's central bank meeting that caused re...Reuters
Mon, Dec 22
Yen wallows near record lows on cautious BOJ stance despite intervention warnings
Japan officials say ready to "take appropriate actions" on yenYen sank to record low vs Swiss franc, near record low to euroYen bears emboldened by lack of hawkish signals from BOJ chiefBy Kevin Buckland TOKYO, Dec 22 (Reuters) - The yen languished near record lows to the euro and Swiss f...Reuters
Mon, Dec 22
USD/INR holds last week’s gains-driven by RBI’s double intervention
The Indian Rupee (INR) holds onto last week’s gains against the US Dollar (USD) at the start of the week. The USD/INR pair clings to losses near 90.00, driven by the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) intervention in the spot and non-deliverable forward (NDF) market to support the Indian Rupee.Fxstreet
Mon, Dec 22
EUR/USD Price Forecast: Remains above 1.1700 as bullish momentum builds
EUR/USD breaks its four-day losing streak, trading around 1.1720 during the Asian hours on Monday. On the daily chart, technical analysis indicates a prevailing bullish bias, as the pair remains slightly above the ascending channel pattern.Fxstreet
Mon, Dec 22
