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FOREX-Dollar under pressure as investors remain jittery over U.S. policy
Dollar lower against euro, yenFed signals prolonged wait before any additional rate cutEuro strength back in ECB spotlight as rate outlook shiftsMonetary and fiscal policy remain key for yen despite intervention riskBy Saqib Iqbal Ahmed NEW YORK, Jan 29 (Reuters) - The dollar eased against th...Reuters
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AUD/USD recoils after setting fresh three-year high
AUD/USD hit a slippery slow patch on Thursday as volatility worsens across the board. The Australian Dollar (AUD) hit a three-year high against the US Dollar (USD), before falling back into the low side for the day as broad-market sentiment flows sour.
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2 hours ago
EUR/USD trades flat as Dollar steadies, ECB flags Euro strength concerns
The Euro (EUR) trades little changed against the US Dollar (USD) on Thursday, with EUR/USD struggling to find direction as a firm Greenback caps upside attempts. At the time of writing, the pair trades around 1.1952 after touching its highest level in over four years earlier this week.
Fxstreet
2 hours ago
USD/JPY slips toward 152.70 as risk shift lifts Yen
The USD/JPY drops during the North American session, down 0.33% after the financial markets witnessed a sell-off of US equities, precious metals and a mild appreciation of the US Dollar. At the time of writing, the pair trades volatile at around 152.70-153.00.
Fxstreet
3 hours ago
IDR: Facing challenges amid market concerns – MUFG
The Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) is under pressure following a significant drop in the Jakarta Composite Index, which fell over 7%. MUFG's report notes that concerns about market accessibility and potential downgrades could lead to reduced foreign investment.Fxstreet
3 hours ago
Emerging economies should use current resilience to support future growth, IMF says
IMF highlights narrow growth in tech and AI sectorsFund urges strengthening fiscal buffers and structural reformsDollar depreciation eases financial conditions unevenlyBy Rodrigo CamposJan 29 (Reuters) - Emerging market economies have proven resilient despite trade disruptions and geopolitical uncer...Reuters
5 hours ago
FOREX-Dollar trades softer as investors remain jittery over U.S. policy
Dollar lower against euro, yenFed signals prolonged wait before any additional rate cutEuro strength back in ECB spotlight as rate outlook shiftsMonetary and fiscal policy remain key for yen despite intervention riskBy Saqib Iqbal Ahmed NEW YORK, Jan 29 (Reuters) - The dollar eased across the boa...Reuters
5 hours ago
USD/CAD slides to 15-month low as rising Oil prices and BoC outlook lift the Loonie
The Canadian Dollar (CAD) extends its gains against the US Dollar (USD) on Thursday, with USD/CAD sliding to its lowest level since October 2024, as the Loonie draws support from rising Oil prices and a steady Bank of Canada (BoC) monetary policy outlook.
Fxstreet
6 hours ago
LIVE MARKETS-How could a lower US dollar impact earnings?
US equity index futures mixed, little changedEuro STOXX 600 index up ~0.7%Dollar gains; gold up >2%; crude up >4%; bitcoin falls >1%US 10-Year Treasury yield edges up to ~4.26%Welcome to the home for real-time coverage of markets brought to you by Reuters reporters. You can share your thoug...Reuters
6 hours ago
JPY: Bullish outlook despite intervention – BBH
BBH's analysis suggests a bullish outlook for the JPY, regardless of potential intervention from the US. The report notes that USD/JPY is significantly overvalued relative to US-Japan rate differentials, and concerns over Japan's fiscal policy are considered overdone.Fxstreet
7 hours ago
South Africa's central bank holds key rate in split decision
By Kopano Gumbi, Anathi Madubela and Sfundo ParakozovPRETORIA, Jan 29 (Reuters) - South Africa's central bank kept its main lending rate unchanged at 6.75% on Thursday, saying it wanted to see inflation expectations fall further and citing potential price pressures including electricity tariff...Reuters
7 hours ago
EUR/GBP flat as ECB monitors Euro strength, markets eye GDP data
The Euro (EUR) holds firm against the British Pound (GBP) on Thursday, stabilising after coming under pressure in the previous session amid rising speculation that the European Central Bank (ECB) could cut interest rates later this year.
Fxstreet
7 hours ago
Trump says US should have world's lowest interest rates
WASHINGTON, Jan 29 (Reuters) - The U.S. should have substantially lower interest rates now and should have the lowest in the world, President Donald Trump on Thursday, one day after the U.S. Federal Reserve moved to hold benchmark rates steady.Reuters
8 hours ago
EUR/JPY holds steady as Eurozone confidence meets hawkish BoJ stance
EUR/JPY trades around 183.25 on Thursday at the time of writing, virtually unchanged on the day. The cross struggles to extend its recent upside move, as support for the Japanese Yen (JPY) from domestic factors offsets relatively favorable economic data from the Eurozone.
Fxstreet
8 hours ago
EUR/USD: Technical moment for potential breakout – Societe Generale
Societe Generale's report analyzes the EUR/USD pair, noting a significant technical moment as it approaches the 200-day moving average. A close above this level could prompt adjustments in positions and hedging structures.Fxstreet
8 hours ago
