Forex Market Report - 19th June 2024
Our forex market report offers an overview of critical economic and financial events that impact the global forex markets. Traders should closely monitor developments to fine-tune their trading strategies accordingly.
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1. Federal Reserve Policy Meeting
- The Federal Reserve is set to announce its interest rate decision today, with markets anticipating a potential rate hike.
- Key focus will be on the Fed's statement and press conference for insights into future monetary policy direction.
- Traders should watch for volatility in USD pairs and US equity markets following the announcement.
2. Eurozone Inflation Data
- Latest CPI data for the Eurozone will be released, providing crucial insights into inflationary pressures.
- Expectations are for a slight decrease in inflation, which could influence ECB's policy stance.
- EUR/USD and EUR/GBP pairs might experience significant movements based on the inflation figures.
3. UK Employment Figures
- The UK is publishing its latest employment data, including the unemployment rate and average earnings.
- A lower unemployment rate and higher earnings growth could bolster the GBP, signaling economic resilience.
- Market participants should monitor GBP/USD and GBP/JPY for potential reactions.
4. China Economic Indicators
- China will release industrial production and retail sales data, key indicators of economic health.
- Recent lockdowns and trade tensions may reflect negatively in these figures, affecting market sentiment.
- AUD/USD and NZD/USD could be impacted due to their close economic ties with China.
5. Crude Oil Inventories Report
- The EIA will publish its weekly crude oil inventories report, with current forecasts predicting a drawdown.
- A larger than expected drawdown could push oil prices higher, influencing commodity currencies like CAD and NOK.
- Traders should keep an eye on USD/CAD and crude oil futures for potential trading opportunities.
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GBP/USD: Friday correction after surge
On Friday, the GBP/USD pair declined to 1.3401 after strong gains earlier in the week. The previous rally was triggered by July business activity data, which showed the best performance in a year, mainly supported by the services sector.
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Markets Brace for Powell’s Speech: Gold and Silver Slip, Oil Rallies, Currencies Hold Steady | 22nd August 2025
Markets hold steady ahead of Powell’s Jackson Hole speech, with gold near $3,330 and silver slipping toward $38.00 as Fed cut bets fade. WTI rallies toward $63.50 on strong U.S. demand and supply concerns. AUD/USD stays under pressure near 0.6410 on dollar strength, while USD/CNY steadies around 7.1320 after a firmer PBoC fix. Traders brace for Powell’s policy signals.
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ATFX Market Outlook 22nd August 2025
Ahead of Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s speech tonight, three Fed officials poured cold water on expectations of a September rate cut. U.S. PMI data showed stronger business activity in August, but weekly jobless claims posted the most significant increase in nearly three months, highlighting continued labor market weakness.
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Surprise from Flash PMI in the eurozone allowed the euro to continue its fight
Expert market comment made by Chief Market Analyst Alex Kuptsikevich of the FxPro Analyst Team: Surprise from Flash PMI in the eurozone allowed the euro to continue its fight
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EUR/USD Volatility Rises, But Fails to Drive Direction
On Thursday, the EUR/USD pair is trading around 1.1646, consolidating after the previous session’s volatility.
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Eurozone PMI in Focus as Dollar Holds Strong | 21st August 2025
FX markets tread cautiously ahead of Eurozone PMI and FOMC minutes. EUR/USD holds near 1.1650 under dollar pressure, while GBP/USD slips toward 1.3400 on sticky UK inflation. USD/JPY steadies in the mid-147s, EUR/JPY consolidates near 171.70, and USD/CAD hovers at 1.3880 with oil gains offering little relief. Traders eye PMI prints and Fed signals for direction.
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ATFX Market Outlook 21st August 2025
The FOMC minutes revealed that only two Fed policymakers supported a rate cut in September. U.S. equities fell on Wednesday, with the Nasdaq and S&P 500 pressured by a tech selloff as investors rotated into lower-valued sectors, while awaiting comments from Fed officials at the Jackson Hole symposium later this week. The Dow edged up 0.04%, the S&P 500 slipped 0.24%, and the Nasdaq lost 0.67%.
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AUD/NZD Rallies Amid RBNZ Dovish Cut – Aussie Cross Leads Market Moves | 20th August 2025
AUD/NZD breaks above 1.1000 as the RBNZ’s dovish 25 bp cut highlights policy divergence with the RBA. NZD/USD slips near 0.5850, while AUD/USD softens on China’s steady rates. DXY climbs above 98.00 ahead of FOMC minutes, with Powell’s Jackson Hole speech eyed. WTI dips toward $62.00 on Ukraine peace hopes, keeping geopolitics and central banks in sharp focus.
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