Daily Global Market Update

The GBP/USD traded sideways with a positive trend signal, while Bitcoin fell 1.2%, showing a negative ROC. US Crude dropped 1.9% but showed positive momentum, and the AUD/USD dipped 0.2% with a positive CCI. Coinbase reintroduced Bitcoin-backed loans, US retail sales rose, and gold hit a one-month high. Key economic updates include Japan's investment data and UK's retail sales.

Moneta Markets | 173 days ago

Pound's Sideways Movement

The GBP/USD pair traded sideways during the last session. The Stochastic RSI indicator is signalling a positive trend.

Bitcoin's Decline

Bitcoin paired with the dollar declined by 1.2% in the last session after experiencing a 3.1% intra-session dip. The Rate of Change (ROC) indicator is showing a negative signal.

Oil's Plunge

The US Crude Oil pair dropped by 1.9% in the last session. The Stochastic indicator is signalling a positive trend.

Aussie's Minor Dip

The AUD/USD pair dipped slightly by 0.2% in the last session. The Commodity Channel Index (CCI) is giving a positive signal.

Global Financial News

Coinbase has reintroduced Bitcoin-backed loans in the United States, allowing users to borrow against their digital assets. This service enables account holders, excluding New York residents, to borrow up to $100,000 in USD Coin using Bitcoin as collateral.

US retail sales showed a robust increase in December, reflecting strong consumer demand. Meanwhile, gold prices rose to a one-month high due to reduced treasury yields, aligning with expectations of a more dovish Federal Reserve policy.

Upcoming Economic Highlights

• Japan's CFTC JPY NC Net Positions - 2030 GMT

• Eurozone's Current Account - 9 GMT

• Japan's Foreign Investment in Japan Stocks - 2350 GMT

• Austrian HICP - 8 GMT

• UK's Retail Sales - 7 GMT

• UK's CFTC GBP NC Net Positions - 2030 GMT

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Oil and Copper Surge as Geopolitical and Trade Risks Escalate | 9th July, 2025

On July 9, oil jumps above $67.00 on renewed Red Sea attacks, while copper surges past $5.50 after Trump vows 50% tariffs if re-elected. DXY edges up past 97.50 ahead of FOMC Minutes. China’s CPI surprises slightly at 0.1% YoY, offering mixed signals. AUD/USD trades flat, and markets brace for further volatility driven by Fed outlook and trade policy threats.

Moneta Markets | 3h 32min ago

Central Bank Outlook and Trade Shift Sentiment | 8th July, 2025

On July 8, gold slips below $3,350 as risk appetite improves. Silver holds steady near $36.90, while AUD/USD rises to 0.6855 ahead of the RBA decision. USD/JPY surges above 161.00 as BoJ tightening bets fade. PBOC sets USD/CNY at 7.1534, signaling stability. Focus now shifts to US CPI, central bank guidance, and trade progress for market direction.

Moneta Markets | 1 day ago

ATFX Market Outlook 8th July 2025

U.S. President Trump signed an order delaying “reciprocal” tariffs from July 9 to August 1 and warned of steep hikes from that date, escalating trade tensions. U.S. stocks closed sharply lower, with the Dow down 0.94%, the S&P 500 falling 0.79%, and the Nasdaq dropping 0.92%. Tesla also tumbled after Elon Musk announced plans to launch a new political party.

ATFX | 1 day ago

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 | 2 days 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 | 5 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 | 5 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 | 6 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 | 6 days ago

EURUSD	1.17184	GBPUSD	1.35991	AUDUSD	0.65307
USDJPY	146.707	USDCAD	1.36852	USDCHF	0.79638