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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

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EUR/USD Rises as Softer U.S. Inflation Weighs on Dollar

EUR/USD inches upward, approaching the upper boundary of the monthly range at approximately 1.1485. The US Dollar retreats following PPI data that further dampened expectations for immediate Fed rate hikes. In Europe, officials from the ECB continue to advocate for elevated interest rates as a means to address inflationary pressures. The Euro edges higher on … Read more

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EUR/USD Rallies as Fed Rate Hike Odds Decline

The early Asian session on Wednesday saw an increase in EUR/USD to about 1.1425. The US Consumer Price Index rose by 3.5% year-over-year in June, a figure that was lower than anticipated. Traders have increased their expectations for an ECB rate hike following the recent surge in oil prices. The EUR/USD pair advances to approximately … Read more

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USD/CHF Trades Flat After Cooling U.S. CPI Data

The USD/CHF pair exhibits minimal movement as the US Dollar experiences a decline following soft inflation data, which has heightened expectations for a less hawkish Federal Reserve. US June CPI inflation decelerated to 3.5% year-over-year, a decrease from May’s 4.2%, and surpassed the market consensus of 3.8% with ease. In June, Swiss producer and import … Read more

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EUR/USD Gains Limited by Safe-Haven Demand for U.S. Dollar

EUR/USD is experiencing slight increases, hovering around 1.1385 during the early hours of Tuesday’s Asian session. Trump stated that the US will impose a blockade on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz and levy a 20% fee on ships for safe passage. Traders prepare for the release of the US Consumer Price Index data later … Read more