Analysis

Asia FX Drifts as China Inflation Disappoints | 9th January 2026

Asia FX Drifts as China Inflation Disappoints | 9th January 2026

Asian currencies softened as weak Chinese inflation dampened risk appetite. AUD/USD trades below 0.6720, NZD/USD under 0.5750, while USD/CNY remains stable under PBOC guidance. EUR/JPY pushes above 183.00 on Yen weakness, and USD/JPY stays elevated amid policy divergence. Markets await US Nonfarm Payrolls for next directional cues.
Moneta Markets | 6 days ago
The Best Start in 23 Years: Dow Rockets into 2026

The Best Start in 23 Years: Dow Rockets into 2026

Wall Street kicked off 2026 with its strongest start in over two decades, as the Dow surged to record highs amid broad-based optimism. This article explores the forces behind the rally—from AI-driven tech momentum and geopolitical shifts to earnings growth and monetary policy expectations—while assessing whether the gains can be sustained or risk overheating later in the year.
ActivTrades | 7 days ago
Dollar remains strong after mixed US data

Dollar remains strong after mixed US data

ADP and job openings miss but ISM non-mfg PMI improves - Dollar gains more ground ahead of Friday’s nonfarm payrolls - Yen flat amid wages slowdown and China-Japan spat - Wall Street pulls back on Venezuela headlines; oil extends slide
XM Group | 7 days ago
USD Pauses as FX Consolidates; Silver Holds Firm | 8th January 2026

USD Pauses as FX Consolidates; Silver Holds Firm | 8th January 2026

Markets trade cautiously ahead of key US labor data, keeping volatility muted. DXY holds above 98.50 in a tight range, while AUD and NZD remain pressured by firm yields and cautious central bank tones. EUR/USD stays below 1.1700 as momentum fades. Silver stabilizes near $78 as buyers defend key support, reflecting a broad wait-and-see market mood.
Moneta Markets | 7 days ago
Venezuela Tensions Lift Gold and Oil, Dow Faces Test After Record High

Venezuela Tensions Lift Gold and Oil, Dow Faces Test After Record High

U.S. manufacturing contracted for a tenth consecutive month in December, as tariffs continued to push up costs and weigh on demand. U.S. equities closed higher on Monday, with a sharp rally in financial stocks helping the Dow Jones Industrial Average hit a fresh record high. Energy shares also jumped after the United States launched a military operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Madu
ATFX | 9 days ago
Geopolitical Tensions & PMI Data Fuel Broad USD Strength | 5th January 2026

Geopolitical Tensions & PMI Data Fuel Broad USD Strength | 5th January 2026

Markets opened the week defensively as geopolitical tensions and upcoming ISM PMI data boosted broad US Dollar strength. DXY held above 98.50, lifting USD/JPY beyond 154.00 while weighing on GBP, CHF, and AUD. Safe-haven flows dominated, with risk-sensitive currencies under pressure amid softer signals from China and ongoing global uncertainty.
Moneta Markets | 10 days ago
Dollar steady as geopolitics dominate headlines

Dollar steady as geopolitics dominate headlines

Venezuela events weigh on oil but boost gold; Dollar starts the new year in good mood, cryptos show signs of life; ISM manufacturing survey kicks off a data-busy week; Fedspeak to intensify ahead of Friday’s NFP release;
XM Group | 10 days ago