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Aussie rally pauses before key inflation data release
The Australian dollar took a breather on Tuesday, holding steady at $0.6773 after retreating from its 2024 high of $0.6798. This pause comes as traders await the release of July’s domestic inflation data, which is expected to have a notable impact on the currency’s direction. -vtmarkets.com
Week ahead: Core PCE data takes center stage
If the Core PCE Index comes in higher than expected, it could trigger a significant market reaction, as it would suggest that inflationary pressures are more persistent than previously thought.
Dollar steady as markets brace for Powell; BOJ’s Ueda aims to stabilise yen
The U.S. dollar held steady on Friday as the market’s focus turned to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s upcoming speech at the Jackson Hole Symposium.
GBPUSD rises to 2024 high on positive data and dollar weakness
GBPUSD reaches a 2024 high, driven by positive UK economic data and a weaker US dollar ahead of the Jackson Hole event. Explore market implications and short-term trader insights.
Rupee under pressure despite dovish Fed minutes; downside bias persists
The Indian rupee is likely to start Thursday’s session with little change, despite the U.S. Federal Reserve’s dovish minutes failing to provide a lift to Asian currencies. The 1-month non-deliverable forward (NDF) suggests the rupee (USDINR) will open close to 83.9225, nearly unchanged from the previous session.
Rupee stabilises on U.S. dollar weakness and hedging by importers
Key Points: This is a follow up article to: Indian rupee set to strengthen as confidence in Fed rate cuts grows The Indian rupee (Symbol: USDINR) is expected to stabilise marking its best day in almost two months, as the U.S. dollar experienced a broad decline. The U.S. dollar index (Symbol: USDX), which measures theContinue Reading
Japanese yen gains strength on Fed rate cut expectations
The JPY gains strength against the U.S. dollar, supported by expectations of a Fed rate cut and robust Japanese economic data. Read more for insights on the monetary policy of BoJ.
New Zealand dollar extends rebound on Fed rate cut expectations
The New Zealand dollar continued its recovery, as markets anticipate upcoming Federal Reserve rate cuts. Focus shifts to the FOMC Minutes and Powell’s speech at Jackson Hole for further guidance.
Chinese yuan edges higher as the US dollar softens ahead of rate cut anticipation
The Chinese yuan advanced on Monday, supported by a weakening U.S. dollar as the markets anticipate upcoming Federal Reserve rate cuts. However, weak Chinese economic data may limit further gains.
Week ahead: Markets test ground before Symposium
On Tuesday, August 20, the Canadian Consumer Price Index (CPI) is forecasted to rise by 0.40% month-over-month, a reversal from the previous decline of -0.10%. This data release could exert downward pressure on the USD/CAD if the pair has not already tested its low support areas.
