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    31 May 2024
    Dollar steadies before inflation test; Yen unaffected by Tokyo CPI

    Key points: U.S. economy grew at a 1.3% annualised rate from January through March, down from an estimated 1.6%. Market participants eye the upcoming PCE inflation report for further direction on U.S. interest rates. On Friday, the dollar was recovering …

    30 May 2024
    Wheat prices uncertain following weather prediction in Russia 

    Wheat prices drop to $6.84 following forecasted rain in southern Russia and Ukraine. A stronger US dollar also pressures the demand of farm goods.

    30 May 2024
    Cable struggles below 1.0800 as key support levels loom

    Key Points: EUR/USD falls below 1.0800: The currency pair dips under a significant threshold, influenced by a strong dollar and higher yields. Technical support in focus: Near-term support levels are crucial as the pair tests critical technical markers. The EUR/USD …

    30 May 2024
    Aussie, Kiwi steady after setback from U.S. bond yields surge

    Key points: Aussie pinned at $0.6605: After retreating from $0.6667, the AUDUSD faces immediate support at $0.6592 and resistance at $0.6680. Kiwi eases to $0.6108: With resistance at $0.6170 and support around $0.6084, the NZDUSD reflects cautious trading. The Australian …

    30 May 2024
    Gold prices retrace as US dollar and treasury yields rise ahead of key inflation data 

    Key points:  Spot gold falls to $2,330.44 per ounce.  Strengthening US dollar and higher Treasury yields pressure gold prices.  Traders focus on upcoming U.S. core PCE inflation data.  This article is a follow up from: Gold rises ahead of key …

    29 May 2024
    Bank of Japan (BOJ) open to act on excessive Japanese yen decline 

    Key Points:  Bank of Japan (BOJ) board member Seiji Adachi signals possible policy action if the Japanese yen falls excessively.  Underlying inflation continues to trend toward 2%.  BOJ to adjust monetary support based on economic, price and financial developments.  On …

    29 May 2024
    Dollar shows uncertainty despite strong data

    Key points: Dollar index (DXY) remains flat just above 104.50 EUR/USD and GBP/USD fail to break key levels U.S. consumer confidence rises unexpectedly in May The dollar showed little direction on Wednesday, despite the rise in the U.S. Conference Board’s …

    29 May 2024
    Indonesian rupiah, Philippine peso top Asian forex losers

    Key points: Indonesia rupiah hits weakest since early May Most Asian equities in the red Vietnam’s annual inflation accelerates The Indonesian rupiah and the Philippine peso were the biggest losers among Asian currencies on Wednesday. The upward movement in U.S. …

    29 May 2024
    Copper prices rebound on optimism over Chinese demand 

    Key points:  Copper prices increase on expectations of stronger demand from China.  LME copper rose 0.5% to $4.79 per pound while SHFE copper gained 0.3% to $5.32 per pound.  Recent US dollar stability and rising inventories in China limited the …

    28 May 2024
    US dollar edges lower against Singapore dollar ahead of economic data release 

    Key points:  USD/SGD slips 0.1% to 1.3472 during the Asian session.  Market focus on the Conference Board’s consumer confidence data for May.  Technical support at 1.3400 and resistance at 1.3500.  During the Asian trading session, the USDSGD pair edged lower, …