Diving into the Interest Rate curve and the weird Market dynamics ahead of tomorrow's HUGE Federal Reserve event.
09-12-2025 21:42 GMT
by Elior Manier
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USD/JPY Technical Analysis: The Yen rout hits monthly highs despite an expected Federal Reserve rate cut. Distrust in Japan's fiscal-monetary coordination drives weakness, as traders doubt the Bank of Japan's ability to tighten against government stimulus. We analyze the pair ahead of the pivotal speech.
09-12-2025 16:27 GMT
by Elior Manier
The RBA held rates at 3.6%, citing inflation concerns. Nikkei recovered on chip stock strength, while European indices saw marginal gains but remain cautious ahead of Wednesday's FOMC meeting. The Australian dollar and Japanese yen gained, while oil and gold slipped. Technical analysis of the FTSE 100 suggests a potential near-term bullish move.
09-12-2025 08:42 GMT
by Zain Vawda
Australia’s hotter-than-expected inflation and the RBA’s hawkish stance have slashed expectations for rate cuts in 2026, pushing bond yield premiums over US Treasuries to multi-year highs. The widening spread is boosting demand for AUD assets and reinforcing medium-term strength in AUD/USD. Technicals stay bullish above 0.6605, supported by a major breakout, firm momentum signals, and an RSI rebound.
09-12-2025 03:55 GMT
by Kelvin Wong
Previewing the highly unpredictable December 10, 2025 FOMC meeting. The Fed is "flying blind" due to a data void, facing a conflict between recession fears (Sahm Rule) and high inflation (2.8%). Analysts expect a 25bps "safety cut." The true battle is the "Dot Plot," which will determine the US Dollar's (DXY) direction by signaling future 2026 rate cuts.
08-12-2025 18:22 GMT
by Zain Vawda
Join OANDA Senior Market Analyst Kelvin Wong and podcast host Jonny Hart as they look ahead to key events in this week's trading. With December being an eventful month for central bank rate decisions, we discuss the upcoming RBA and Federal Reserve decisions in today's episode, with focus on last week's US PCE print and how the Aussie dollar is positioned ahead of the vote.
08-12-2025 13:10 GMT
by Christian Norman
Markets Weekly Outlook: The countdown to the FOMC rate decision is on. Will the Fed cut rates, or will stubborn inflation and a resilient job market lead to a pause? We break down the internal debate, global central bank action (RBA, BoC, BOJ), and the technical outlook for the US Dollar Index (DXY) as Wall Street indexes near all-time highs. Economic projections for 2026 are key to the DXY's trajectory.
05-12-2025 18:32 GMT
by Zain Vawda
Growing fiscal pressures facing the UK economy as rising debt-servicing costs and uncertainty over tax policy weigh on bond markets and the pound. Despite the government’s attempts to stabilise public finances, fragmented tax measures may not ease mounting borrowing costs.
05-12-2025 18:28 GMT
by Krzysztof Kamiński
The US Dollar (DXY) continues its slide as Federal Reserve rate cut bets hold steady following the release of US PCE and University of Michigan consumer sentiment data. Analysts say the real market volatility will come from the Fed's 2026 economic projections, specifically the forecast for the number of rate cuts. Learn what the data showed and what to watch out for in the upcoming Fed meeting.
05-12-2025 16:00 GMT
by Zain Vawda
USD/CAD and EUR/CAD Technical Analysis: Canada's currency now leads its peers after a strong surprise in employment data, reversing a period of slowing growth and tariff pressures. The Bank of Canada is likely done with rate cuts, while the improving labor picture strengthens the Loonie. We analyze USD/CAD and EUR/CAD to see how important this fundamental shift was for the currency.
05-12-2025 14:54 GMT
by Elior Manier
Expectations for a December rate hike in Japan have strengthened, with markets nearly fully pricing in a move to 0.75%. Inflation remains above target, pressuring the BoJ to act despite volatile components. Rising rate expectations support the yen, while higher bond yields could slow further tightening.
05-12-2025 14:00 GMT
by Łukasz Zembik
Asian and European markets show mixed trading as investors await the crucial US PCE inflation report. Japanese stocks led Asian losses despite the regional index staying on track for a weekly gain. German factory orders beat expectations due to large transport equipment orders. The US dollar remains weak against major currencies, especially the yen, as rate cut expectations solidify.
05-12-2025 09:33 GMT
by Zain Vawda
EUR/USD, USD/CHF, and USD/CAD Technical Analysis: The US Dollar is holding a key technical range, despite a rapid selloff triggered by dovish Federal Reserve rate cut hopes. The Dollar Index is bouncing above a major level after testing its Moving Average. We analyze three major FX pairs to see how the Dollar's broad range keeps foreign exchange markets firmly in balance ahead of the pivotal Federal Reserve meeting.
04-12-2025 21:00 GMT
by Elior Manier
USD/JPY Technical Analysis: After a relentless rout, the Yen is staging a sound reversal. Fiscal recklessness from the administration has met with an increasingly hawkish tone from the Bank of Japan, hinting at a necessary exit from ultra-loose policy. The pair has plunged against the US Dollar. We examine the charts to see if this suggests a definite top has been found.
04-12-2025 15:17 GMT
by Elior Manier
Mid-Week update for North-American Markets – The next Fed Chair appointment may be of concern for recovering Markets. Taking a close look at NA index and currency performance combined with a USD/CAD intraday chart to spot what's next for American Markets.
03-12-2025 20:51 GMT
by Elior Manier
In the most recent episode, TraderNick and Jonny discuss the demand for semiconductors following the AI stock rally, softening US labour data and the likely successor of Fed Chair Jerome Powell, with current betting odds suggesting Kevin Hassett, a long-term Republican and Trump supporter, is the most likely to replace Powell in May.
03-12-2025 16:11 GMT
by Christian Norman
Analysis of the gold (XAU/USD) price rally to $4240/oz, driven by market expectations of US Federal Reserve rate cuts, weaker US economic data (ISM Manufacturing PMI), and geopolitical risk related to Venezuela. The report also provides a technical outlook and a contrarian view on OANDA client sentiment suggesting a potential near-term slide.
03-12-2025 15:13 GMT
by Zain Vawda
GBP/USD Technical Analysis: The Pound is the top performer after dismal US private employment data (ADP), which effectively locks in the Federal Reserve's rate cut. Sterling is also enjoying tailwinds from a new UK-US trade deal on pharmaceuticals and continued high Bank of England rates. We analyze the major FX pair after this strong move higher.
03-12-2025 14:38 GMT
by Elior Manier
A daily market briefing covering November 2025 Euro Area inflation (up to 2.2%), a retreat in gold prices, and mixed stock performance in Asia and Europe. The report notes Bayer's 15% surge, a steady US dollar, and technical analysis for the FTSE 100
02-12-2025 10:31 GMT
by Zain Vawda
The US Dollar's erratic movements are confusing market participants, rising and falling on dovish hopes for the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting. Liquidity concerns are amplifying the Greenback's volatility. The latest factor is news that the White House may be preparing for a defeat regarding tariffs. Diving into DXY (Dollar Index) charts.
01-12-2025 20:31 GMT
by Elior Manier