Analysis

Yen Under Pressure as BoJ Stands Pat, Aussie Rallies on Strong Data

Yen Under Pressure as BoJ Stands Pat, Aussie Rallies on Strong Data

FX markets remain Yen-focused as the BoJ holds policy, keeping the currency under pressure. USD/JPY and Yen-crosses like EUR/JPY and GBP/JPY remain elevated, supported by yield differentials and risk appetite. AUD/USD rises on strong Australian data, while USD/CAD is capped by firm oil. Near-term direction hinges on BoJ signals, US data, and policy divergence.
Moneta Markets | 5 days ago
Cryptos remain laggards with a weak rebound

Cryptos remain laggards with a weak rebound

The crypto market cap grew by less than 1% to $3.04 trillion. Since October, it has become the norm for cryptocurrencies to pay particular attention to negative news and react weakly to positive news.
FxPro | 6 days ago
The dollar played out the TACO trade

The dollar played out the TACO trade

The US dollar got the upper hand after Donald Trump's speech in Davos. The US president announced that there was some framework for a deal on Greenland and that he was abandoning his intention to impose additional tariffs on a number of European countries.
FxPro | 6 days ago
To sell America is great again

To sell America is great again

What is happening now is reminiscent of the hysteria that followed America's Liberation Day. Take a deep breath, exhale, and let events unfold.
FxPro | 7 days ago
Risk appetite hangs in the balance amidst Trump’s speech

Risk appetite hangs in the balance amidst Trump’s speech

Risk asset recovery hinges on Trump’s Davos speech and the US Treasury 20-year auction; A conciliatory tone from Trump might please markets but will Europeans be satisfied? US Supreme Court to hear arguments on the Fed’s Cook firing today; Japanese bond yields drop; Could the BoJ restart its aggressive bond purchases?
XM Group | 7 days ago
Tariff Threats Keep Markets Cautious; Precious Metals Hold Near Highs

Tariff Threats Keep Markets Cautious; Precious Metals Hold Near Highs

U.S. equity markets were closed on Monday due to a public holiday, while the U.S. dollar index weakened. Investors grew increasingly nervous after former President Donald Trump issued fresh tariff threats against Europe over the Greenland issue. Amid rising risk aversion, market participants shifted towards safe-haven currencies, with the euro, the British pound, and the Swiss franc posting gains.
ATFX | 7 days ago