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Stay engaged with the pivotal decisions that influence global economies. We offer timely coverage of central bank announcements, interest rate adjustments, and monetary policy statements, along with their implications for financial markets. Our thoughtful analysis delves into policy trends and the various factors driving central bank decisions, highlighting the resulting price movements across different asset classes.

US Federal Reserve (FED) news

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USD rebounds: Technical overview for EUR/USD, USD/CAD and USD/CHF
EUR/USD, USD/CHF, and USD/CAD Technical Analysis: The US Dollar is holding a key technical range, despite a rapid selloff triggered by dovish Federal Reserve rate cut hopes. The Dollar Index is bouncing above a major level after testing its Moving Average. We analyze three major FX pairs to see how the Dollar's broad range keeps foreign exchange markets firmly in balance ahead of the pivotal Federal Reserve meeting.
04-12-2025 21:00 GMT by Elior Manier
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European Central Bank (ECB) news

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EUR/USD technical analysis: Spotting Mean Reversion in the 2,000 pip Range
The EUR/USD is actively contracting into a tight 2,000-pip consolidation range between 1.15 and 1.17. Recent dollar demand from hawkish Fed repricing is being offset by dovish comments from NY Fed President Williams, which put the December rate cut back on the table (70% priced in). We analyze the EUR/USD in this rangebound, non-trending environment.
21-11-2025 13:59 GMT by Elior Manier
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Bank of England (BoE) news

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GBP/USD reaches 1.33, on top as ADP Employment Miss sends the dollar in a limbo
GBP/USD Technical Analysis: The Pound is the top performer after dismal US private employment data (ADP), which effectively locks in the Federal Reserve's rate cut. Sterling is also enjoying tailwinds from a new UK-US trade deal on pharmaceuticals and continued high Bank of England rates. We analyze the major FX pair after this strong move higher.
03-12-2025 14:38 GMT by Elior Manier
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Bank of Japan (BoJ) news

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USD/JPY drops below 155.00: Has the 2025 yearly top been reached?
USD/JPY Technical Analysis: After a relentless rout, the Yen is staging a sound reversal. Fiscal recklessness from the administration has met with an increasingly hawkish tone from the Bank of Japan, hinting at a necessary exit from ultra-loose policy. The pair has plunged against the US Dollar. We examine the charts to see if this suggests a definite top has been found.
04-12-2025 15:17 GMT by Elior Manier
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Swiss National Bank (SNB) news

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USD/CHF Slides Below 0.80 as Tariff Relief Talks Lift Swiss Franc
As most OECD markets close for Remembrance Day, Swiss banks remain active — and so do traders. USD/CHF extended its decline below 0.80 after reports that Switzerland is nearing a tariff deal with Washington. Hopes of reducing the levy from 39% to 15% have boosted confidence in the Swiss economy and pushed the franc to the top of the FX leaderboard.
11-11-2025 15:34 GMT by Elior Manier
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Bank of Canada (BoC) news

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Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) news

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NZD/USD posts a major reversal higher after the RBNZ Cut – Technical Outlook
FX markets remain open during US Thanksgiving holiday, with the Kiwi Dollar (NZD) stealing the spotlight. After a struggling year, the NZD is surging on a strong Retail Sales beat. RBNZ Governor Hawkesby added fundamental support by stating future rate cuts face "significant hurdles," signaling the 2.25% rate is likely the lower bound. We analyze the NZD/USD pair on multiple timeframes.
27-11-2025 16:08 GMT by Elior Manier
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Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) news

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AUD/USD: Found support again at 0.6515, what’s next as RBA looms
The Australian dollar (AUD/USD) holds key support at 0.6515 ahead of the RBA meeting as traders eye a possible pause in rate cuts. Hotter inflation and stronger services PMI data suggest the RBA may turn less dovish, boosting near-term AUD strength. A breakout above 0.6560 could extend gains toward 0.6620, while a drop below 0.6515 risks renewed downside momentum.
04-11-2025 02:20 GMT by Kelvin Wong
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People's Bank of China (PBoC) news

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How central banks influence the currency markets

Central banks are powerful institutions that play a crucial role in shaping the foreign exchange (FX) market. Their actions and policies can significantly influence currency values, impacting everything from international trade to investment flows. Understanding how central banks affect forex is essential for anyone involved in global finance. Here are some key ways they exert their influence:

  • Interest rates: Higher rates attract investment, strengthening the currency; lower rates weaken it.
  • Quantitative easing (QE): Injecting liquidity can weaken the currency.
  • Reserves management: Buying the currency supports its price; selling weakens it.
  • Market intervention: Direct buying/selling to influence exchange rates.
  • Forward guidance: Communication about future policy impacts expectations.
  • Crisis measures: Emergency actions to stabilize markets.