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Australian GDP beats forecast, Aussie edges higher
The Australian dollar has extended its gains on Wednesday.  AUD/USD is trading at 0.6271 in the European session, up 0.20% on the day.  The Australian dollar jumped 0.75% on Tuesday, driven by the hawkish Reserve Bank of Australia minutes and a solid retail sales report. Australian GDP rises 1.3% Australia's economy expanded by 1.3% y/y in the fourth quarter of 2024, up from 0.8% in Q3 and above the market estimate of 1.2% and the RBA's forecast of 1.1%.  This marked the fastest pace of growth s
05-03-2025 05:50 GMT by Kenneth Fisher
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Brent Oil Price Analysis: Six-Month Lows Amid OPEC Output, Tariffs & Russia-Ukraine Negotiations
Brent crude oil prices have fallen to a six-month low due to OPEC+'s decision to increase output. The US has announced the end of Chevron's license to operate in Venezuela, an OPEC member. Market participants are also concerned about potential easing of sanctions on Russia, which could increase oil supply. Delayed talks to restart oil exports from Iraq’s Kurdistan region, which also could lead to increased supply are also a concern. Most Read: Brent Crude Oil Price Update – 100-day MA Keep
04-03-2025 13:56 GMT by Zain Vawda
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Euro hits three-month high, eurozone unemployment rate unchanged
The euro has extended its gains on Tuesday.  EUR/USD is trading at 1.0523 in the North American session, up 0.36% on the day.  Earlier, the euro rose as high as 1.0559, its highest level since December 10. Eurozone unemployment remains at 6.2% The eurozone economy is sputtering but there's nothing wrong with the employment picture.  The unemployment rate remained at 6.2% for a third straight month in January, a record low.  The December reading was revised downwards from 6.3%.  Germany, the la
04-03-2025 10:22 GMT by Kenneth Fisher
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EUR/USD soars as eurozone CPI higher than expected
The euro has charged out of the gates and posted strong gains on Monday.  In the North American session, EUR/USD is trading at 1.0484, up 1.06%.  With today's sharp gains, the euro has ended a three-day slide. Eurozone CPI eases to 2.4% but beats forecast.
03-03-2025 10:04 GMT by Kenneth Fisher
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Markets Weekly Outlook - Tariffs, NFP and ECB Meeting on the Agenda
Tariffs have been the primary driver of market volatility. US economic data shows signs of a potential stall, with consumer spending down and inflation remaining high. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 are struggling, and the Fear and Greed index is in fear territory. Next week's focus includes potential US tariffs, China's Two Sessions meeting, and the ECB's interest rate decision.
28-02-2025 15:23 GMT by Zain Vawda
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Canadian dollar eyes Canada's GDP
The Canadian dollar is calm in the European session, trading at 1.4438, up 0.02% on the day.  Later today, Canada releases GDP and the US publishes the Core PCE Price Index.  USD/CAD has rallied for five straight trading days, gaining 1.8% during that time and hitting a three-week high. Canada's GDP expected to rebound in January.
28-02-2025 06:31 GMT by Kenneth Fisher
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PCE Preview and S&P 500 Forecast: US Economy, Inflation Fears, and Tariff Threats
The US Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index, the Fed's preferred inflation gauge, is due Friday. Recent US economic data has been weaker than expected, leading to increased market fear. Tariff threats by President Trump have added to market concerns about inflation and global growth. Technically, the S&P 500 is in bearish territory, having broken key support levels.
27-02-2025 17:07 GMT by Zain Vawda
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Japanese yen lower, Tokyo Core CPI next
The Japanese yen has posted losses on Thursday.  In the North American session, USD/JPY is trading at 149.84, up 0.48% on the day. Tokyo core CPI expected to ease to 2.3% Inflation has been steadily moving higher in Japan and January's inflation data reflects the upward trend.  The consumer price index climbed to 3.2%, a 19-month high, and the producer price index and the BoJ Core CPI both accelerated in January compared to a month earlier.
27-02-2025 12:29 GMT by Kenneth Fisher
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Swiss franc dips as Swiss GDP declines
The Swiss franc is down for a second straight trading day.  In the European session, USD/CHF is trading at 0.8980, up 0.38% on the day. Switzerland's GDP eases to 0.2% The Swiss economy slowed to 0.2% q/q in the fourth quarter of 2024, down from 0.4% in Q3 and in line with expectations.  This was the weakest expansion since Q2 2023.  Construction weakened in the fourth quarter but manufacturing and exports rebounded from the previous quarter.
27-02-2025 07:03 GMT by Kenneth Fisher
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BoJ Core CPI climbs to 2.2%, yen declines
The Japanese yen is slightly lower on Wednesday.  In the North American session, USD/JPY is trading at 149.25, up 0.16% on the day. Japanese yen flexing muscles What is the best performing G-10 currency against the US dollar this year?  Surprisingly, the Japanese yen is the winner, with gains of about 5% against the greenback.  This is a remarkable turnaround from 2024, when the yen plunged 11.4% against the US dollar and sank to its lowest level in 38 years.
26-02-2025 11:41 GMT by Kenneth Fisher
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Australian CPI lower than expected, Australian dollar drops
The Australian dollar has declined by 0.37% on Wednesday and is trading at 0.6320 in the European session. AUD/USD is down for a fourth consecutive trading day and has lost 1.2% during that time. January inflation unchanged at 2.5% Australia’s consumer price index was unchanged at 2.5% y/y for a second straight month in January.  This was below the market estimate of 2.6% but inflation stayed at its highest level since August 2024.
26-02-2025 06:06 GMT by Kenneth Fisher
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AUD/JPY Outlook: Vulnerable for a major bearish breakdown below 93.65 key support
Revigorated US trade tariffs threat on Canada spark refresh weakness in commodities proxy currencies such as AUD. AUD/JPY may face further headwinds supported by a further narrowing of the 2-year yield spread premium between Australian and Japanese government bonds. A further risk-off in the major US stock indices may also trigger further weakness in the AUD/JPY. Watch the 93.65 potential major downside trigger level of the AUD/JPY.
26-02-2025 04:09 GMT by Kelvin Wong
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European Union fires back, euro gains ground
The euro has gained ground on Tuesday.  In the North American session, EUR/USD is trading at 1.0485, up 0.18%. On Monday, the euro climbed as high as 1.0527, its highest level this year. EU says will retaliate if US imposes tariffs US President Donald Trump tariff threat has many countries up in arms, including staunch allies of the US.  The European Union has announced that if the US goes ahead with tariffs on European steel and aluminum, it will retaliate.
25-02-2025 12:36 GMT by Kenneth Fisher
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Brent Crude Oil Price Update - 100-day MA Keeps Oil Under Pressure
Brent crude oil prices are under pressure due to new US sanctions on Iran, potential increases in Iraqi oil exports from Kurdistan. US Consumer confidence recorded its worst print in 3 years weighing on market sentiment. Technical analysis shows the 100-day moving average is acting as significant resistance around the 75.32 level for Brent crude oil.
25-02-2025 11:48 GMT by Zain Vawda
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Australian dollar awaiting inflation data
The Australian dollar is steady after two straight losing trading days.  In the North American session, AUD/USD is trading at 0.6343, down 0.09% on the day. Australia's CPI expected to tick higher Australia releases the consumer price index for January on Wednesday. Inflation has been moving higher, as CPI accelerated in December to 2.5% y/y, up from 2.3% and its highest level since August.  The market estimate for January stands at 2.6%.
25-02-2025 09:36 GMT by Kenneth Fisher
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