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EUR/USD Falls to Monthly Low as Fed Rate Hike Bets Boost Dollar

EUR/USD reaches new monthly lows beneath 1.1360, approaching 13-month lows at 1.1324. A subdued risk appetite in the context of declining oil prices has not been sufficient to bolster the Euro. The US Dollar rallies to fresh highs amid hopes of a surprise Fed rate hike on Thursday. The Euro is failing to draw any … Read more

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GBP/USD Slips as Strong Dollar Keeps Pressure Ahead of Fed

The GBP/USD experiences a decline as the US Dollar maintains its strength in anticipation of a highly uncertain Federal Reserve rate decision. Declining crude prices contribute to a reduction in UK 10-year gilt yields, simultaneously alleviating short-term inflation concerns. Markets expect the Bank of England to maintain interest rates at 3.75% during Thursday’s meeting. GBP/USD … Read more

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EUR/USD Holds Near Monthly Low Ahead of Fed Rate Decision

EUR/USD commences the last week of July at 1.1369. Friday’s modest decline in energy prices diminished expectations that the Federal Reserve might raise rates as soon as its forthcoming meeting, set for Tuesday and Wednesday. Simultaneously, the primary currency pair hovers near the monthly low established in late June. Markets persist in anticipating a minimum … Read more

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USD/JPY Slips as Easing Iran Tensions Boost Yen

The USD/JPY declines as reduced oil prices strengthen the Yen following the cessation of strikes between the US and Iran. Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi’s approval rating declined in July, reaching a term low, influenced by increasing living costs. US military caution and depleted interceptor supplies currently serve to mitigate further escalation with Iran. USD/JPY remains … Read more

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EUR/USD Gains on Hawkish ECB Outlook

EUR/USD edges higher to around 1.1385 in the early European session on Friday. ECB maintains current interest rates while leaving the possibility for further tightening on the table, thereby bolstering the Euro. The US military executed another series of strikes during the night aimed at Iranian targets. The EUR/USD pair strengthens to approach 1.1385 during … Read more

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USD/JPY Holds Near 163.90 as Japan CPI Rises

USD/JPY stabilises near 163.90 during the early hours of the Asian trading session on Friday. Japanese CPI inflation increased to 1.7% year-on-year in June, up from 1.5% in May. Trump pledged to impose consequences on Iran in response to the Houthi assaults in the Red Sea. The USD/JPY pair remains stable around 163.90 in the … Read more

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EUR/USD Rises as Dollar Faces Inflation Concerns

The EUR/USD pair is experiencing an upward movement as market participants look forward to the forthcoming interest rate decision from the European Central Bank. The ECB is anticipated to maintain its deposit rate at 2.25%, directing market attention towards Christine Lagarde’s forthcoming conference. The US Dollar encounters pressure as traders assess the implications of renewed … Read more

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GBP/USD Rebounds Despite Softer UK Inflation

GBP/USD moves up to about 1.3385. UK CPI inflation decreased more than anticipated to 2.6% in June. US initiated new military actions while Iran cautioned about potential regional instability. The GBP/USD pair rebounds to near 1.3385 during the Asian trading hours on Thursday. However, the potential upside for the major pair may be constrained in … Read more

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EUR/USD Rises Despite Middle East Tensions

EUR/USD records slight increases around 1.1405 during the early hours of Wednesday’s Asian session. Increasing energy expenses may reignite inflationary pressures and bolster the argument for additional tightening measures by the ECB. Trump downplayed the likelihood of prompt negotiations with Iran as the United States continues its assaults on the nation for the 11th consecutive … Read more

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USD/CHF Higher as Middle East Risks Support Greenback

The USD/CHF has experienced an increase, driven by heightened safe-haven demand for the US Dollar in the context of escalating geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran. President Trump downplayed the chances of prompt negotiations with Tehran in the wake of reciprocal military actions and threats to shipping in the Red Sea by the Houthis. … Read more