The EUR/USD pair has softened to approximately 1.1540 during the early Asian session on Wednesday. The US initiated military strikes against Iran in response to the incident involving the downed helicopter. The ECB is anticipated to increase interest rates during its monetary policy meeting on Thursday. The EUR/USD pair experiences a decline in momentum, approaching … Read more
The USD/CHF pair is likely to experience an upward trajectory due to increased safe-haven demand stemming from escalating tensions in the Middle East. Iran’s IRGC executed a drone strike targeting the US Fifth Fleet stationed in Bahrain, marking a response to American military actions within Iranian territory. Traders anticipate that the Swiss National Bank will … Read more
USD/CHF inches lower as the US Dollar remains subdued amid easing Iran-Israel tensions and reduced safe-haven demand. The Greenback’s decline may face constraints due to uncertainties surrounding a ceasefire, with Netanyahu cautioning that the conflict with Iran and Hezbollah is far from over. SNB Chairman Martin Schlegel provided reassurance to markets, indicating that medium-term inflationary … Read more
USD/JPY remains stable above 160.00, prompting heightened vigilance among traders regarding possible intervention from Japanese authorities. Japan’s Q1 GDP increased by 0.5% quarter-on-quarter, surpassing forecasts and showing an acceleration from Q4, marking its most robust growth since early 2025. Iran’s launch of multiple missile waves at northern Israel has heightened market anxiety. USD/JPY shows minimal … Read more
EUR/USD remains steady around 1.1620 during the early hours of the Asian session on Friday. Market participants will pay keen attention to the forthcoming release of the US employment figures for May on Friday. The ECB is anticipated to increase its deposit rate to 2.25% during its June meeting. The EUR/USD pair remains stable at … Read more
The USD/JPY pair has experienced a depreciation, influenced by concerns over potential intervention and robust wage data that bolster the Japanese Yen. Finance Minister Katayama issued a caution regarding potential intervention as the Yen approached 160 per Dollar, indicating readiness to take action if necessary. Japan’s foreign reserves decreased by USD 77.11 billion, reaching USD … Read more
The EUR/USD pair experiences depreciation as tensions in the Middle East catalyse an increased demand for the robust US Dollar, often regarded as a safe haven in times of uncertainty. CENTCOM announced it successfully intercepted multiple Iranian missile and drone strikes targeting Kuwait and Bahrain. The US Dollar maintains its strength as the closure of … Read more
USD/CHF stabilises as the US Dollar receives safe-haven support after reports indicate that Iran has halted indirect negotiations with America. The Greenback experienced an uptick as renewed tensions in the Middle East heightened inflation concerns and bolstered expectations for sustained elevated interest rates from the Federal Reserve. Despite a slight underperformance in GDP, Swiss consumer … Read more
The Euro appreciates against the US Dollar for the second consecutive day on Thursday, trading at 1.1765 at the time of writing, fuelled by hopes of a peace deal that would end Iran’s war and upbeat Eurozone macroeconomic releases. Data released on Thursday indicated that Eurozone Retail Sales experienced a slight decline of 0.1% in … Read more
The EUR/USD pair sees increased buying interest near 1.1720 during the Asian trading session on Wednesday, supported by a more favorable risk sentiment. US President Donald Trump announced that Project Freedom and the movement of ships through the Strait of Hormuz have been temporarily halted. Market participants prepare for the upcoming US ADP Employment Change … Read more