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JPY Technical Outlook: Price Action on USD/JPY, GBP/JPY
Japanese authorities have not confirmed whether they have intervened in the market to support the Yen. USD/JPY broke a long-term descending trendline but found support near the 100-day MA and 155.00 level. Price Action outlook and potential setups on USD/JPY and GBP/JPY. Most Read: EUR/USD Rallies Toward Key Confluence Zone Amid Accelerating DXY Selloff Fundamental Overview The Japanese Yen is enjoying a stellar week thanks in part to optimism around wage growth as well as rising rate cut optim
by Zain Vawda
Australian shrugs on mixed employment data
The Australian dollar is showing limited movement on Thursday. AUD/USD is trading at 0.6736 in the European session, up 0.10% on the day, up 0.1% at the time of writing. Job growth shines but unemployment rises Australia’s employment report for June was a mix, leaving investors scratching the heads.
by Kenneth Fisher
Oil to Snap 3-day Losing Streak on Declining US Stockpiles
Oil prices are rising due to a significant decrease in US oil inventories, exceeding expectations. The CCP's third plenum could impact oil prices depending on its policy decisions.  Support and resistance levels are identified. Most Read: S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 Slide as US Threatens Stricter Restrictions on Chinese Trade Oil prices are on the offensive this afternoon following US inventories data. In its weekly survey released on Tuesday, the American Petroleum Institute reported that U.S.
by Zain Vawda
Australian dollar eyes employment report
The Australian dollar is steady on Wednesday. AUD/USD is trading at 0.6743 early in the North American session, up 0.08% on the day. Australia releases the June employment report early on Thursday.
by Kenneth Fisher
S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 Slide as US Threatens Stricter Restrictions on Chinese Trade
US trade restrictions on China could significantly impact the semiconductor industry, causing a selloff of chip stocks, including Nvidia and ASML. ASML's Q2 earnings exceeded expectations despite a decline in net income, but concerns remain about potential revenue loss if restrictions tighten. Geopolitical tensions between the US and China are expected to intensify, with implications for various sectors, including technology.
by Zain Vawda
EUR/USD Rallies Toward Key Confluence Zone Amid Accelerating DXY Selloff
Eurozone inflation remained stable at the end of Q2 2024, with core inflation for services and non-energy goods unchanged at 4.1% and 0.7% respectively. EU services inflation remains persistently high and is unlikely to decrease significantly in the near future. A challenge for the ECB? EUR/USD is approaching a key resistance zone around 1.0950 ahead of the ECB meeting, which could be pivotal for sustained bullish momentum. Most Read: Gold (XAU/USD) Hits Record High of $2465/oz Despite Positive
by Zain Vawda
Gold (XAU/USD) Hits Record High of $2465/oz Despite Positive US Retail Sales Data
Gold prices reach a new record high of $2465/oz, driven by post-CPI and rate cut optimism. Despite a resurgent US Dollar, gold's upward momentum remains strong, briefly dipping before rallying to new highs. June's US retail sales figures and an upward revision of May's data had minimal impact on gold's rally and market expectations for Fed rate cuts.
by Zain Vawda
NZ dollar can’t find its footing
The New Zealand dollar has posted sharp losses for a second successive day. NZD/USD is trading at 0.6042 in the North American session, down 0.54% on the day at the time of writing.
by Kenneth Fisher
USD/CAD steady after Cdn. CPI, US retail sales
The Canadian dollar is showing limited movement on Tuesday. In the North American session, USD/CAD is trading at 1.3687, up 0.03% on the day at the time of writing. Canada’s CPI lower than expected Canada followed the US and posted a better-than-expected inflation report for June.
by Kenneth Fisher
Russell 2000: Another laggard catch-up play as UST yield curve bull steepening firms up
A bullish rotation in play towards US small-cap Russell 2000 aided by the US Treasury yield curve bull steepener & potential revival of “Trumponomics”. Potential outperformance of Russell 2000 over Nasdaq 100 in the medium term. Watch the 2,146/108 key medium-term support on the Russell 2000. This is a follow-up analysis of our prior report, “US DJIA: UST yield curve un-inversion may help the laggard to catch up” dated 4 July 2024. Click here for a recap. Since our last publication, the Dow Jo
by Kelvin Wong
USD/JPY – Yen surge likely driven by intervention
The Japanese yen has edged lower on Tuesday. USD/JPY is trading at 158.42 in the European session, up 0.28% on the day at the time of writing. BoJ likely intervened after US inflation report The Bank of Japan has been playing a cat-and-mouse game with currency speculators looking to take advantage of the yen’s descent.
by Kenneth Fisher
GBP/USD Faces Challenges in Breaking Through Key 1.3000 Level
GBP/USD struggles to break above the 1.3000 level despite softer US data and a dovish comment from Fed Chair Powell. UK inflation data will be crucial in determining whether GBP/USD can break above 1.3000. Technical analysis suggests GBP/USD may struggle to break above 1.3000 due to option barriers and overbought RSI. Most Read: Bitcoin (BTC/USD) Soars Amidst Surging ETF Inflows Cable is hovering just below the psychological 1.3000 level, with Fed Chair Powell's remarks at the Economic Club of
by Zain Vawda
Market Insights Podcast - China 3rd Plenum, UK inflation and ECB are the focus for this week
OANDA Senior Market Analyst Kelvin Wong joins Jonny Hart to discuss this week's key economic data and events. Firstly, the short term impact on global markets after last week's shocking assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump which has increased his prospects of winning the ticket to the White House in this upcoming November's US Presidential Election according to betting markets.
by Kelvin Wong
Hang Seng Index: Weak key China data and revival of Trumponomics dampen last week’s bullish tone
Weak China retail sales, Q2 GDP & the potential return of Trumponomics sparked today’s sell-off seen on the Hang Seng Index. The Hang Seng Index is still trading above its 17,110 key medium-term support. Direct fiscal stimulus measures to jumpstart consumer spending in China if announced in the Third Plenum may trigger another round of short-term upmove on the Hang Seng Index.
by Kelvin Wong
Oil Price Update - Oil Prices Hold Firm as Chinese Demand Concerns Rise
Oil prices remain stable despite a turbulent weekend and a strong US dollar. Chinese economic data, including disappointing GDP growth and declining refinery output, raises concerns about oil demand. The focus shifts from supply concerns in the US to demand worries in China. Technical analysis suggests potential for a triple bottom pattern in oil prices, with key support and resistance levels identified. Most Read: The Week Ahead – ECB Spotlight as Fed Rate Speculations Drive Market Shifts Oil
by Zain Vawda
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