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Explore our comprehensive Forex Archive, an essential resource that provides expert insights on price movements, trends, and the currency market. By analysing past price actions and key events, you can uncover vital market dynamics and elevate your understanding of effective trading strategies. Whether you're focusing on major currency pairs or emerging markets, our archive is packed with information to help you sharpen your trading decisions.

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Japanese yen extends losses, wage growth expected to fall
The yen continues to lose ground against the US dollar. The Federal Reserve held rates on Wednesday and Fed Chair Powell pushed back against Donald Trump's calls for lowering rates. Powell said the tariffs could lead to stagflation and the Fed would remain cautious before making any cuts. Japan released the minutes of the BoJ March meeting, with members concerned about the impact of US tariffs on Japan's economy.
08-05-2025 08:25 GMT by Kenneth Fisher
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Euro edges upwards as Services PMIs inch higher
Eurozone and German Services PMIs are showing stagnation, as business activity remains weak due to the difficult economic conditions and concerns over US tariffs. The Federal Reserve is widely expected to maintains rates on Wednesday.
06-05-2025 15:30 GMT by Kenneth Fisher
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US Mid-Session Bell: Dow Jones, S&P 500 struggle as sentiment remains fragile, Gold rises
US stocks face losses as sentiment remains fragile. Palantir and Ford stocks drop on disappointing results and tariff warnings. DoorDash also falls after its Deliveroo acquisition and revenue miss. A nine-day S&P 500 rally ends. Uncertainty grows with HKMA shifting assets, Germany's political delays, and potential new US pharma tariffs. Gold rises as the dollar weakens, nearing key resistance. Markets grapple with tariff developments and await further news on trade deals and US data releases.
06-05-2025 12:49 GMT by Zain Vawda
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New Zealand dollar steady ahead of employment data
New Zealand releases the Q1 employment report on Wednesday. The unemployment rate is expected to rise to 5.3% from 5.1%, which would be the highest level in over 8 years. The Federal Reserve is widely expected to maintain interest rates on Wednesday.
06-05-2025 10:20 GMT by Kenneth Fisher
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Swiss franc climbs as Swiss inflation flat
The Swiss franc continues to climb, which could lead the SNB to intervene in order to keep Swiss exports competitive. Swiss inflation fell to zero from 0.3%. In the US, the ISM Services PMI improved slightly to 51.6 from 50.6. US nonfarm payrolls dropped slightly to 177 thousand, above the forecast of 130 thousand.
05-05-2025 15:40 GMT by Kenneth Fisher
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Markets weekly outlook - Central Banks in focus as risk appetite improves
This week's market outlook focuses on improved sentiment driven by US-China trade optimism. It covers market reactions, including fund flows, gold price drops, and oil price volatility. Central bank decisions, particularly the Fed and Bank of England, are highlighted, along with key economic data from China and the US. The US Dollar Index's potential breakout above 100.00 is also examined with key levels.
02-05-2025 19:57 GMT by Zain Vawda
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US Jobs Report NFP Preview: Implications for the DXY & Gold (XAU/USD)
April 2025 US Jobs Report (NFP) preview anticipates a slowdown to 130,000 jobs, with unemployment steady at 4.2%. Weaker GDP and consumer confidence data heightens the report's importance for Federal Reserve rate decisions. Gold (XAU/USD) technical analysis shows support at 3200 and potential resistance at 3277. Article analyzes market sentiment, potential DXY impact, and future Fed moves amidst economic uncertainties.
02-05-2025 09:41 GMT by Zain Vawda
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