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Dollar rally cools as markets await Fed signals
The US dollar saw a change in direction this week as focus shifted from interest rate expectations to growing global risks. Strong economic data supported early gains, but renewed trade tensions and geopolitical uncertainty prompted a more cautious market outlook. Dollar slips as risk sentiment overtakes policy focus The US dollar saw a modest retreatContinue Reading
Nikkei steady with BOJ meeting in focus
Investor caution is building in Japan as markets await the Bank of Japan’s policy decision amid ongoing global trade tensions. With inflation expectations in focus and export risks still in play, traders are holding back, keeping the market in a narrow, uncertain range. Markets mixed as Bank of Japan decision nears Japanese equities closed Wednesday’sContinue Reading
Euro slips as trade optimism wanes
Trade tensions and political uncertainty have weighed on the euro this week, while the US dollar gained strength on safe-haven demand and renewed global engagement. With central bank guidance and policy risks in focus, EUR/USD remains under pressure. Euro under renewed pressure The euro struggled to recover this week following Monday’s sharp 1.3% decline –Continue Reading
Bitcoin climbs after US-EU deal
Crypto markets started the week on a positive note, driven by easing trade tensions and fresh progress on US regulation. As lawmakers work to clarify the legal status of digital assets, investor confidence is improving, setting the stage for potential short-term gains. Bitcoin up on hopes of easing regulation Bitcoin kicked off the week onContinue Reading
Week ahead: Summer calm faces macro storm
As July ends, markets face a crucial transition: fading trade optimism, rising inflation risks, and major central bank meetings – including the Fed and the BOJ – will test momentum. With low summer liquidity, macro shocks could trigger outsized swings. KEY INDICATORS Currency moves The US dollar rose as trade optimism faded. Markets suggest theContinue Reading
