Daily Global Market Update

The British Pound, Australian Dollar, and oil (WTI) all fell against the US Dollar. Bitcoin also dropped. The European Central Bank kept interest rates the same but lowered its growth forecast for the Eurozone. Investors are watching economic data releases today, including the US Baker Hughes Oil Rig Count and UK Retail Sales, for clues about the global economic climate.

Moneta Markets | 353 days ago

Pound/Dollar's Recent Decrease

The GBP/USD pair fell by 0.4% in the last session. The RSI is giving a negative signal.

Bitcoin's Downturn

The Bitcoin/USD pair dropped 0.5% in the last session. The stochastic indicator indicates an overbought market.

Oil's Price Decline

The oil (WTI) fell by 0.9% against the dollar in the last session. The MACD is giving a negative signal.

Aussie/Dollar's Decrease

The AUD/USD pair dropped by 0.3% in the last session. The CCI is giving a negative signal.

Global Financial Headlines

Kraken announced the expansion of its custody services to institutional clients in the UK and Australia, enhancing its digital asset custody options. The European Central Bank maintained interest rates but revised down the economic outlook for the Eurozone, predicting a continued drop in inflation. Oil prices remained stable amid mixed demand signals and looming economic slowdown fears in the US, raising expectations of an imminent Federal Reserve rate cut.

Upcoming Economic Highlights

Here's a brief rundown of today's anticipated economic releases:

• US Baker Hughes Oil Rig Count - 1700 GMT

• Germany's Producer Price Index - 0600 GMT

• Eurozone's Current Account - 0800 GMT

• Japan's CFTC JPY NC Net Positions - 1930 GMT

• UK's Retail Sales - 0600 GMT

• UK's Public Sector Net Borrowing - 0600 GMT

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ATFX Market Outlook 7th July 2025

U.S. dollar weakened against major currencies after President Trump’s landmark tax cut bill was passed, amid mounting pressure on countries to strike trade deals with Washington. As markets brace for the July 9 tariff deadline—targeting countries like Japan that have yet to reach agreements—the dollar index slipped 0.1% to 96.92.

ATFX | 8h 14min ago

Dollar Mixed as Tariff Tensions Rise and Jobs Data Buoys Fed Outlook | 4th July, 2025

On July 4, strong U.S. jobs data boosts the dollar, but Trump’s tariff warning sparks trade uncertainty. USD/CAD dips near 1.3600 as oil rebounds; AUD/USD slips below 0.6650. NZD/USD holds near 0.6050, GBP/USD steadies at 1.3650, and USD/CNY stays firm as PBOC signals caution. Markets eye ISM data and tariff updates for next moves.

Moneta Markets | 3 days ago

ATFX Market Outlook 4th July 2025

The U.S. economy added 147,000 jobs in June, beating expectations of 110,000, while the unemployment rate fell to 4.1%. Traders are now betting that the Fed is unlikely to cut rates before September. Meanwhile, the House narrowly passed Trump's major fiscal bill by a vote of 218 to 214. U.S. stocks rallied on Thursday, hitting fresh record highs.

ATFX | 3 days ago

Rate Shifts Steer FX Markets as Silver Holds Strong

On July 3, silver stays firm above $35.40 as Fed cut bets persist. EUR/USD holds near 1.1800, while GBP/USD lingers near 1.3585 ahead of UK jobs data. JPY strengthens after BoJ signals a hawkish pause. AUD/USD slips on weak trade surplus. Focus turns to US NFP and ISM data for market direction before the US holiday break.

Moneta Markets | 4 days ago

ATFX Market Outlook 3rd July 2025

Wednesday’s ADP report showed a surprise decline of 33,000 private-sector jobs in June, marking the first contraction since March 2023 as economic uncertainty weighed on hiring. U.S. equities surged, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq closing at record highs, driven by gains in tech stocks and relief following the U.S.–Vietnam trade agreement, which eased concerns over prolonged trade tensions

ATFX | 4 days ago

GBP/USD at the top of a bullish channel

GBP/USD loses momentum near three-year high, tests the channel’s upper band. Short-term bias remains bullish, but overbought conditions are evident. Bullish outlook remains intact above 1.3450.

XM Group | 5 days ago

Dollar Rebounds, Risk FX Holds Strong | 2nd July, 2025

On July 2, the USD stabilizes as Fed rate cut bets build. GBP/USD nears 1.3750 highs, NZD/USD extends above 0.6120, and AUD/USD holds near 0.6820 despite soft retail sales. USD/JPY recovers to 146.20, while silver dips below $36. Markets await US labor data and Fed remarks for direction ahead of July 4.

Moneta Markets | 5 days ago

ATFX Market Outlook 2nd July 2025

Fed Chairman Powell emphasised the need for more data before considering interest rate cuts, with a July cut still a possibility. On Tuesday, the Nasdaq and S&P 500 closed lower due to weakness in large tech stocks, with the Nasdaq down 0.82% and the S&P 500 down 0.11%. In contrast, the Dow rose by 0.91% amid volatile trading and low liquidity.

ATFX | 5 days ago

EURUSD	1.17283	GBPUSD	1.36033	AUDUSD	0.64976
USDJPY	145.41	USDCAD	1.36631	USDCHF	0.79714