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ECB holds rates as expected, Euro steady

As expected, the ECB held rates today for the first time in over a year. The central bank pointed to "exceptionally uncertain" economic conditions for its cautious decision. Still, investors expect at least one more rate cut before the end of the year.

24-07-2025 15:50 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

UK posts soft PMIs, retail sales expected to rebound, Pound edges lower

UK Services PMI weakened to 51.2 and the Manufacturing PMI improved to 48.2, which points to contraction. In the US, Services PMI heated up to 55.2, which indicates strong expansion. Manufacturing moved back into contraction territory as the PMI fell to 49.5. UK retail sales are expected to bounce back in June, after posting declines in May.

24-07-2025 15:05 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

USDJPY re-enters its range after US-Japan trade deal—will it hold?

USDJPY technical and fundamental checkup after many changes on the political landscape, including elections with results not seen since 1955 and the reaching of the US-Japan Trade Deal.

24-07-2025 14:11 GMT by Elior Manier

Breaking News: EUR/USD rallies as ECB leaves rates unchanged

EU ECB Main Refinancing Operations Rate: 2.15% vs 2.15% expected, meets consensus EU ECB Rate On Deposit Facility: 2.00% vs 2.00% expected, meets consensus EU ECB Marginal Lending Facility : 2.40% vs 2.40% expected, meets consensus

24-07-2025 12:15 GMT by Christian Norman

Markets Today: FTSE 100 Breaks Records as Euro Area Private Sector Growth Hits 11-Month Highs, ECB Meeting Ahead

The FTSE 100 hit a new record high today as European markets surged, driven by strong Eurozone PMI data showing 11-month growth. Global stocks are up on easing trade tensions and positive earnings reports from companies like Deutsche Bank, though Tesla and Nestle saw declines. The ECB meeting and US PMI data are next.

24-07-2025 10:35 GMT by Zain Vawda

Japan posts mixed PMIs, Tokyo inflation expected to rise

Japan posted mixed PMIs, as services continued to expand, while manufacturing reverted back to contraction. Tokyo Core CPI, which will be released on Friday, is expected to ease in July to 3.0%, down from 3.1% in June.

24-07-2025 10:15 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Asia midday: Asian stocks rise on AI optimism, US-EU trade hopes, EUR/GBP (Chart of the day) bullish trend intact as ECB looms

US futures edged higher in Asia on Thursday, lifted by AI optimism and improving US-EU trade talks. Tesla fell 4.4% post-earnings miss, while Alphabet rose 1.7% on strong AI-driven results. Wall Street hit new highs, with the Dow nearing its record. Asian markets followed suit—Japan's Nikkei surged 1.7%, STI extended its record streak. Meanwhile, the yen strengthened and gold slid further toward key support as traders await the ECB's policy signals.

24-07-2025 07:09 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Pump-fake from the US Dollar — North American Mid-Week Market Update

Mid-Week update for North-American Markets – Broad US Dollar weakness is back again, dragging the Loonie with it. The NA Indices have been performing strongly however, with the NQ and S&P 500 continuing to make new ATH. Watch for the ongoing rewiring of flows as markets prepare for Google and Tesla earnings.

23-07-2025 19:24 GMT by Elior Manier

Australian dollar hits eight-month high on risk-on mood

The Australian dollar is up 0.50% today, as the markets are in a risk-on mood following news that the US and Japan have hammered out a trade agreement. The deal includes 15% tariffs on Japanese imports into the US.

23-07-2025 14:15 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Euro rally fizzles, ECB expected to hold rates

The ECB is expected to hold interest rates on Thursday. The ECB has cut rates for seven straight meetings but is concerned about the lack of clarity over President Trump's trade policy, with no agreement yet between the EU and the US.

23-07-2025 12:55 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Markets Today: FTSE 100 Hits Record High Amid European Market Surge, Tesla & Alphabet Earnings Ahead

European stocks rallied over 1% on Wednesday, driven by hopes of a US-EU trade deal. The STOXX 600 index climbed 1.1%, and the UK’s FTSE 100 hit a record high. Carmaker shares surged, with Temenos jumping 18.1% after raising its earnings forecast. UniCredit and Lonza also saw gains, while Nokia and ASM International dropped. Gold prices rose.

23-07-2025 09:59 GMT by Zain Vawda

US and Japan reach trade deal, Ishiba set to resign, yen steady

Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba is expected to resign next month, as the fallout continues from Sunday's parliamentary election. The US and Japan announced they have reached a trade agreement, in which the US will impose a 15% tariff on Japanese goods.

23-07-2025 09:50 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Asia midday: Asia stocks rally on US-Japan trade deal; Nikkei hits 12-month high, WTI extends decline (Chart of the day)

Asia-Pacific markets rallied as optimism over a new US-Japan trade deal lifted sentiment. The Nikkei 225 surged 3.7% to a 12-month high, while the Hang Seng and Singapore STI extended gains. The US dollar traded mixed, with risk-on currencies like the Kiwi and Aussie rising. Gold eased 0.2% after hitting a 5-week high, pressured by profit-taking and reduced safe-haven demand. Oil prices slipped for a fourth day, with WTI nearing key support at US$65.20 amid weak demand signals.

23-07-2025 07:34 GMT by Kelvin Wong

BOE's Bailey tells Reeves - hands off banking system

BoE Governor Bailey warned the UK government not to tamper with the banking system structure. Bailey was responding to criticism from Finance Minister Reeves, who has urged financial regulators to ease up on regulations in order to boost growth and investment.

22-07-2025 15:30 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

RBA minutes hawkish, Australian dollar steady

The RBA released the minutes of its July meeting, when it shocked the markets by holding rates and not cutting. The money markets widely expect the RBA to cut in August.

22-07-2025 14:10 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

AUDUSD holds key support after RBA Minutes – Watching for channel re-entry on dollar weakness

AUDUSD Multi-timeframe analysis after the release of the RBA Minutes overnight – Taking a look at the most recent rebound and what technicals now point towards.

22-07-2025 13:32 GMT by Elior Manier

BoJ sees little impact on policy due to election, yen dips

Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba has vowed to stay in power despite the election drubbing which saw the coalition lose its majority in parliament. A report that the election result will not affect BoJ policy pushed the yen lower.

22-07-2025 10:05 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Markets Today: Tariffs and Earnings Drive Markets as the FTSE 100 Trades Above 9000

European markets open cautiously amid Q2 earnings and looming August 1 tariff deadline. The FTSE 100 trades above 9000 as investors eye corporate profits, trade talks, and currency impacts, while gold and oil prices react to global uncertainty.

22-07-2025 07:52 GMT by Zain Vawda

Asia midday: Asia markets mixed as US tariff fears mount; Singapore 30 (Chart of the day)

Asia-Pacific markets saw mixed action as investors locked in profits ahead of key risk events. Singapore's STI snapped its winning streak, Japan's Nikkei slipped despite early gains, while Hong Kong’s Hang Seng held firm. The US dollar steadied after recent losses, Gold (XAU/USD) hit a 5-week high before easing on overbought signals, and WTI crude extended losses amid demand concerns. All eyes now turn to Fed Chair Powell’s speech for fresh policy cues.

22-07-2025 07:21 GMT by Kelvin Wong

USD/JPY Technical: Bearish reversal below key 149.60 range resistance

USD/JPY’s 4.5% rally from 1 July to 16 July has hit a key resistance zone at 149.00–149.60, suggesting a potential reversal. Bearish momentum is building, with RSI divergence and a breakdown below short-term channel support. A pullback toward 145.85 and 145.20 is likely unless 149.60 is breached, which would open the door for gains toward 150.40 and 151.15.

22-07-2025 03:07 GMT by Kelvin Wong

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