Market Overview
Yen Crosses Diverge, Dollar Tumbled after Uneventful FOMC
Dollar tumbled again overnight after the rather uneventful FOMC rate decision. But selling slowed a little bit in Asian session today. Nevertheless, the greenback remains the worst performer for the week. Commodity currencies are actually not performing well, with New Zealand and Canadian Dollar down against most for the...
Sterling Rises in Mixed Markets, Dollar Weak ahead of Fed
Sterling surges broadly in rather mixed markets today. Rebound in cross against Euro is seen as a major reason for the Pound's strength. Australian Dollar is following as the second strongest for now, partly listed by cross buying against New Zealand Dollar. Kiwi and Swiss Franc are, on the...
Dollar Soft Awaiting FOMC, Overall Movements Limited
Dollar remains generally weak today as recovery attempts faltered quickly. Though, selling remains centered against European majors and Yen. FOMC monetary policy decision is a focus today but it's unlikely to give the greenback any sustainable support. Overall, major pairs and crosses are bounded inside yesterday's range, though. Gold...
Yen and Franc Rise, Euro and Gold Dip in Consolidative Markets
Yen rises generally today, together with Swiss Franc, in rather subdued consolidative markets. Stocks are trading mildly lower but there is hardly any following selloff for now. Much volatility is seen in Gold and Silver, while retreat notably after initial spike. But both are contained above near term support...
Dollar in Recovery as Markets Digests Recent Losses, Weak Momentum Though
Dollar recovers mildly today as markets start to digest recent broad-based losses. Gold and silver are also in retreats after initial spikes. But the movements are so far rather limited. While some consolidations might be seen, there is no sign for sustainable rebound in the greenback yet. As of...
Euro Power Continues While Gold Extends Record Run
The powerful rallies in Euro and Gold remain the dominate theme for today as traders seems to be focusing on the worsening US-China relations as well as second wave of coronavirus infections in the US and Asia. Swiss franc tumbles sharply, as mainly pressured by the selloff against Euro...
Dollar Tumbles Further as Gold Hits Record, Coronavirus Weighs on Sentiments
Gold's up trend accelerates further and finally makes new record high today. That comes in a time when there are increasing evidence of second wave of coronavirus infections globally. Also, US-China relations deteriorate to a new low for decades. Dollar is extending recent selloff and is trading and the...
Euro Started Medium Term Up Trend With Break of Key Resistance Against Dollar
Euro ended as the strongest one last week as boosted by the agreement on the Next Generation EU recovery fund. It's seen as a landmark deal which would increase cohesion of the EU. The burden on ECB would also be dramatically eased with the fiscal support. Meanwhile, Eurozone PMI...
European Majors Supported By Strong PMIs, Risk Aversion Continues
Yen and Swiss Franc are trading as the strongest ones for today as stock markets are weighed down by escalating US-China tensions. Though, negative sentiments in Europe was partly offset by much stronger than expected Eurozone and UK PMIs. Signs of a V recovery are there even though the...
Risk-Off on Double Dip Worries and Intensifying US-China Tensions
The financial markets are generally in risk-off mode in Asia, following the selloff in US overnight. Worries over a double dip recession increased after initial jobless claims unexpectedly rose for the first time in nearly four months. Selloff was most serious in NASDAQ,, which closed down -2.29% just after...
Markets Shrug Rebounding Jobless Claims, Sterling Lower on Brexit Stalemate
Sterling tumbles broadly today as another round of Brexit negotiations ended without making any significant progress. Though, Aussie is even weaker as traders are finally taking profits on this week's strong rally. Swiss Franc, on the other hand, rebound strongly, particular against Euro as the lift from EU recovery...
Dollar and Yen Weak after Steep Selloff, No Bottoming in Sight Yet
Investors in Asia remain generally cautious today as reflected in the mixed markets. US-China tensions look set to escalate further after President Donald Trump said closure of other Chinese missions is "always possible". Yet, the developments give no special support to Dollar and Yen. Both remain the weakest for...
Yen Selloff Accelerates Even Though Risk Sentiments Turned Mixed
Risk markets turned mixed today as investors appear to be turning from optimism to cautiousness. Hong Kong stock suffered steep losses on escalating US-China tension. The selloff somewhat carries forward to European markets. Yet, US markets open with slight gains. In the currency markets, Euro is leading the way...
Dollar Stays Pressured as Gold Targets 1920 Record High
There is no apparent slow down in rally in commodity currencies against Dollar, even though risk markets turned mixed in Asian session. Australian Dollar continues to lead the way higher. Canadian Dollar is also firm as WTI oil price breach 42 handle. On the other hand, Dollar, Yen, and...
Strong Risk Rally on EU Recovery Fund, Aussie Accelerates
Global stock markets are lifted by the agreement on the EUR 750B Next Generation EU recovery package. Commodity currencies surge broadly with Australian Dollar leading the way. RBA Governor indicated that the current exchange rate is inline with Australia's fundamentals. On the other hand, Dollar, Yen and Swiss Franc...
Aussie Surges as RBA Said No to Intervention, Euro Softens on Profit Taking
Euro weakens somewhat today after EU finally reached an agreement on the recovery fund. Traders seem to be taking some profits as expectations become news. Though, New Zealand Dollar is even weaker, partly thanks to cross selling, especially against Aussie. Canadian and Aussie are the strongest ones on risk-on...
Sterling Jumps as Euro Bulls Lose Patience on EU Recovery Fund
While Euro rises initially today it's starting to be overwhelmed by Sterling and Swiss Franc entering into US session. Words from officials regarding the talks of EU recovery fund were positive. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the leaders showed "clear will to find a solution" and...
Euro Surges Again on Recovery Fund Progress, Yen Down on Poor Exports
Euro's rally continues today as, despite some jitters, it appears that EU would agree on a compromised deal of recovery fund. It's reported that after marathon negotiations, the Netherlands, Austria, Denmark and Sweden are satisfied with EUR 390B fund being made available as grants with the rest coming as low-interest...
Euro’s Rally to be Tested by Outcome of EU Summit on Recovery Fund
Euro ended last week as the strongest one, as pushed up by hope of an agreement over EU's post-pandemic recovery fund. The strength was particularly apparent against Swiss Franc and Sterling. Yet, up till the time of writing, there seems to be no consensus reached at the EU summit...
Euro Surges as Traders Await EU Decision on Recovery Fund
Euro and Swiss Franc rise broadly today but upside is so far limited. Traders are still cautiously awaiting EU leaders's decision on the EUR 750B recovery fund. On the other hand, Sterling suffers notable selling for today, thanks to selling in cross against Euro. Canadian Dollar is following as...