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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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Markets Weekly Outlook: Central Banks and US Earnings. Will the BoJ Hike Rates?
Global markets experienced a volatile week, influenced by a tech selloff, China growth concerns, and anticipation of central bank decisions and US earnings reports Despite the volatility and tech led selloff, US equity funds saw inflows. Central bank meetings, particularly the FOMC and BoJ, and US NFP data will be key drivers of market sentiment in the coming week. Read More: Oil Price Reversal Ahead? Chart Patterns Indicate Possible Bounce at Support Week in Review: Sentiment Overshadows
26-07-2024 13:47 GMT by Zain Vawda
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Gold Technical: The recent sell-off may have reached a potential bullish reversal level at US$2,353
The recent weakness seen in Gold (XAU/USD) is likely to be driven by US politics as the “Gold premium” has moved in synch with the betting odds of Republican nominee Trump winning the US Presidential Election. The US Treasury market is likely to take a driver's seat now as the focus returns to the monetary policy guidance from the outcome of the US Fed FOMC meeting next Wednesday, 31 July.
26-07-2024 07:19 GMT by Kelvin Wong
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GBP/USD Dips to 1.2850 Amid Growing BoE Rate Cut Speculation
GBP/USD is declining due to speculation of a BoE rate cut and concerns about global growth. Market participants are pricing in a 53% chance of rate cuts in August, but economists polled predict an 80% chance of a cut. Technically, GBP/USD has support at 1.2850 and resistance at 1.2950. Most Read: USD/JPY Declines Sharply as BoJ Considers Rate Hike Next Week Cable has continued to edge toward support at the 1.2850 handle as high impact US data lies in wait.
25-07-2024 07:25 GMT by Zain Vawda
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USD/JPY Declines Sharply as BoJ Considers Rate Hike Next Week
The Japanese Yen is gaining against its G7 counterparts due to rumors that the Bank of Japan (BoJ) will reduce bond buying and potentially raise interest rates. Governor Ueda has emphasized wage growth as a key factor, and both average wages and average cash earnings YoY have shown a steady upward trend. Japan is set to establish a national minimum wage standard of 1,054 yen per hour on average, the largest increase ever. Most Read: Oil Price Update: Brent Holds Critical Support Amid US Inv
24-07-2024 13:28 GMT by Zain Vawda
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USD/CAD unmoved by Bank of Canada rate cut
The Canadian dollar is almost unchanged on Wednesday, after the Bank of Canada cut rates at today’s meeting. In the North American session, USD/CAD is trading at 1.3778, up 0.05% on the day at the time of writing. Bank of Canada lower rates The Bank of Canada lowered rates by 25 basis points, bringing the key interest rate to 4.50%.
24-07-2024 12:15 GMT by Kenneth Fisher
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EUR/USD pares losses after weak eurozone PMIs
The euro edged lower on Wednesday but has recovered. In the North American session, EUR/USD is trading at 1.0860, up 0.07% on the day at the time of writing. Eurozone PMIs weaker than expected Eurozone PMIs can be viewed as monthly report cards for the services and manufacturing services.
24-07-2024 10:08 GMT by Kenneth Fisher
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EUR/USD improves to two-week high
The euro has posted gains on Tuesday. In the North American session, EUR/USD is trading at 1.0847, down 0.40% on the day at the time of writing. In the US, today’s data was a disappointment.
23-07-2024 10:43 GMT by Kenneth Fisher
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USD/CAD Eyes Breakout as Oil Price Slide Continues, BoC Meeting Next
USD/CAD is nearing a breakout after being range-bound since April, potentially driven by falling oil prices and a weakening Canadian Dollar. The Bank of Canada (BoC) is expected to cut rates this week due to rising unemployment, falling consumer spending, and slowing GDP per capita. However, the rate cut may already be priced in, limiting its impact on USD/CAD. Most Read: Weekly Market Outlook: US PCE, GDP, and Earnings Expected to Drive Volatility USD/CAD is back at the top end of the wedge pa
22-07-2024 11:24 GMT by Zain Vawda
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USD/JPY: Another potential relief rally leg looms for JPY
A potential uptick in Japan’s core-core CPI led by PPI may increase the odds of a BoJ’s interest rate hike in September. Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump’s betting odds have slipped after US President Biden decided to bow out of the US Presidential Election race. A resurgence of Trumponomics that may be challenged which in turn may lead to a US dollar mixed-bag to negative environment in the short term. Another daily close below 156.50 on the USD/JPY may trigger a multi-week correct
22-07-2024 06:09 GMT by Kelvin Wong
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Australian dollar falls to 3-week low
The Australian dollar is coming off a rough week with losses of 1.45% and the downtrend has continued on Monday. AUD/USD is trading at 0.6664 in the European session, down 0.30% on the day at the time of writing.
22-07-2024 05:34 GMT by Kenneth Fisher
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Safe Havens Gain Favor Amid Geopolitical Tensions and US Election Uncertainty, Gold Above $2400/oz, DXY Slips
Increased geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and US election uncertainty have caused a rise in safe-haven demand, particularly for Gold. The US Dollar has weakened due to concerns about a potential Kamala Harris presidency and its implications on the economy. Market sentiment is expected to be driven by US election developments and geopolitical issues in the first half of the week.
22-07-2024 04:20 GMT by Zain Vawda
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Weekly Market Outlook: US PCE, GDP, and Earnings Expected to Drive Volatility
This week, markets were influenced by trade war fears, US political developments, and a global cyber outage. In Asia, the Japanese yen weakened, and Chinese authorities remained silent on economic goals despite weak data. Next week, US PCE and GDP data, along with Euro Area and UK PMI data, and potential Chinese economic measures will be key drivers of market volatility. The Nasdaq 100's weekly chart shows a potential evening star candlestick pattern, hinting at further downside. Read More: JPY
19-07-2024 11:53 GMT by Zain Vawda
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