Central banks news

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

A real peace process or a fantasy? – Markets Weekly Outlook
A week ahead preview: The Peace repricing continues and Bulls can't get enough, with an upcoming second round of US-Iran talks expected to produce significant results this weekend. Get ready for the upcoming week by looking at the past week's Market performance, what changed and the key events to expect in next week)
by Elior Manier
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European Central Bank (ECB) news

Euro area inflation rises on energy shock, core trends stay limited
Euro area inflation rose to 2.5% mainly due to higher energy prices driven by tensions in Iran, while core inflation remained subdued. Price pressures have not broadly spread across the economy, but second-round effects may emerge over time. The European Central Bank is likely to respond cautiously, with limited need for aggressive rate hikes.
by Łukasz Zembik
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Bank of England (BoE) news

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Bank of Japan (BoJ) news

USD/JPY forms a major Head & Shoulders pattern as Oil crumbles – FX Analysis
USD/JPY Technical Analysis: The Japanese Yen enters corrective phase as the US and Iran announce the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, easing the immense pressure on Asia's energy imports. With the Bank of Japan's rate hike expectations fading and a bearish Head and Shoulders pattern taking shape, traders weigh an end to the US Dollar's recent dominance. Explore a multi-timeframe analysis of the Gopher.
by Elior Manier
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Swiss National Bank (SNB) news

The Swissie wins: CHF demand spikes as traders shun the Dollar
USD/CHF Analysis: As leaders warn of a "world without rules" at Davos, the US Dollar slides on policy fears. Capital flees to the Swiss Franc—now the premier safe haven—while Gold hits $4,750. We analyze the USD/CHF breakdown as the Franc jumps 1% in today's session. Safe-haven demand is back.
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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Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) news

Chart alert: AUD/USD 360 pips rally at risk of a minor mean reversion decline below 0.7200 before new upleg
AUD/USD has rallied nearly 360 pips from late-March lows, driven by risk-on sentiment following the US–Iran ceasefire. However, the pair is approaching key resistance near 0.7200, with technical indicators signalling a potential short-term pullback. A break below 0.7120 could see a correction toward 0.7033 before the next bullish leg, while a sustained move above 0.7200 may extend gains toward 0.7300.
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.