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China's yuan hovers near 2-week high, tariffs in focus
SHANGHAI, April 21 (Reuters) - China's yuan hovered near a more than two-week high against the dollar on Monday, although uncertainty surrounding Sino-U.S. trade tensions restricted the currency's upside potential. Traders said the yuan's movements were following the dollar's weak p...Reuters
Mon, Apr 21
FOREX-Dollar tumbles as Fed independence under threat from Trump
Dollar falls sharply across the boardTrump looking into ways to axe Federal Reserve Chair PowellSwiss franc hits decade high, euro rises above $1.15By Rae Wee SINGAPORE, April 21 (Reuters) - The dollar dived on Monday as investor confidence in the U.S. economy took another hit over President Dona...Reuters
Mon, Apr 21
Dollar tumbles as Fed independence under threat from Trump
SINGAPORE, April 21 (Reuters) - The dollar dived on Monday as investor confidence in the U.S. economy took another hit over President Donald Trump's plans to shake up the Federal Reserve, which would throw into question the independence of the central bank.Reuters
Mon, Apr 21
USD/CHF breaks below 0.8100 near 14-year lows due to rising US economic concerns
The USD/CHF pair dropped to 0.8069 during Monday's Asian session, marking its lowest level since September 2011, and is trading around 0.8090. The US Dollar (USD) remains under pressure, weighed down by growing fears of economic fallout from the recently imposed US tariffs.
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Mon, Apr 21
INDIA RUPEE-Rupee to rise on dollar slide sparked by Fed autonomy concerns
By Nimesh VoraMUMBAI, April 21 (Reuters) - The Indian rupee is likely to advance on Monday, tracking broad dollar weakness triggered by worries about the Federal Reserve's independence under U.S. President Donald Trump.The 1-month non-deliverable forward indicated that the rupee INR=IN will ope...Reuters
Mon, Apr 21
NZD/USD holds gains above 0.5950 as PBoC maintains interest rates
NZD/USD continues its winning streak that began on April 9, trading near 0.5970 during Monday’s Asian session. The New Zealand Dollar (NZD) is buoyed by a weaker US Dollar (USD), which is under pressure due to mounting concerns over the US economic fallout from US tariffs.
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Mon, Apr 21
FOREX-Dollar weakens on concerns about Fed's independence under Trump
Dollar falls sharply across the boardTrump looking into ways to axe Federal Reserve Chair PowellEuro hits three-year top, yen rises to seven-month highBy Rae Wee SINGAPORE, April 21 (Reuters) - The dollar tumbled on Monday as investor confidence in the U.S. economy took another hit over President...Reuters
Mon, Apr 21
AUD/USD edges higher above 0.6350 ahead of PBoC rate decision
The AUD/USD pair trades in positive territory around 0.6380 during the Asian session on Monday, bolstered by the weaker US Dollar (USD). Traders await the developments surrounding the United States and China trade discussions, while tensions between the two largest economies are intensifying.
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Mon, Apr 21
RPT-ANALYSIS-South Africa investors face global growth threat after choppy politics
Recent market jitters have sent rand to near-record lows South Africa bonds see $2.8 bln foreign investor inflows from December to MarchS&P ratings decision due on May 16, outlook positiveBy Colleen GokoJOHANNESBURG, April 17 - Investors have flocked to South Africa's domestic bond markets, ...Reuters
Sun, Apr 20
Japan seeks 'fairness' in currency talks with US, Prime Minister Ishiba says
Japan, US finance chiefs to handle FX talks, Ishiba saysTalks on Japan's huge US Treasury holdings based on 'trust'Japan must ensure its car safety rules are not seen as unfairIshiba sees room for bigger Japan energy investment in USBy Leika Kihara TOKYO, April 20 (Reuters) - Japan wi...Reuters
Sun, Apr 20
Japan does not manipulate FX to weaken the yen, finmin says
Japan does not manipulate market to weaken yen, finmin saysKato plans to visit Washington next week, may meet BessentKato says no date fixed yet on possible talks with BessentOutcome of US-Japan FX talks could affect BOJ's policy pathBy Leika Kihara TOKYO, April 18 (Reuters) - Japan does not ...Reuters
Fri, Apr 18
Taiwan central bank says confidence in U.S. bonds is 'very good'
TAIPEI, April 18 (Reuters) - Taiwan's central bank said on Friday that confidence in U.S. bonds is "very good" and that U.S. bonds will not default, following recent market volatility that erupted after President Donald Trump announced sweeping import tariffs.Taiwan's $578 billion in...Reuters
Fri, Apr 18
Russian rouble strengthens past 81 vs U.S. dollar, up 40% since start of 2025
MOSCOW, April 18 (Reuters) - The Russian rouble strengthened past 81 to the U.S. dollar, supported by rising oil prices, reaching its highest level since June 28, 2024. At 0900 GMT the rouble was up 1.5% 80.90 to the U.S. currency in thin trade ahead of the Orthodox Easter holiday. The price for oil...Reuters
Fri, Apr 18
Forex Today: Markets stabilize as trading volume thins out on Easter Friday
Here is what you need to know on Friday, April 18:Major currency pairs stay quiet on Friday as trading volumes thin out, with major markets remaining closed in observance of the Easter Holiday. The economic calendar will not offer any high-tier data releases, paving the way for subdued market...
AUD/JPY trades below 91.00 as Japan’s core inflation rises in March
AUD/JPY retraces its recent gains from the previous session, trading around 90.80 during the European hours on Friday. The currency cross remains under pressure as the Australian Dollar (AUD) weakens in light trading, with local markets closed for the Good Friday holiday.
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Fri, Apr 18
RPT-COLUMN-Risk of Powell firing is too big to price: McGeever
By Jamie McGeeverORLANDO, Florida, April 17 (Reuters) - Just like a global trade war, the dismissal of the chair of the Federal Reserve by the U.S. President is an event investors know will be unequivocally bad for markets. But it is also a risk that is too far-reaching to properly quantify, meaning...Reuters
Fri, Apr 18
