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USD/CNH: China Fires Back with Tariffs as Markets Brace for Fallout
China wasted no time retaliating against fresh US tariffs, slapping duties on crude oil, LNG, and farm equipment while launching a probe into Google. USD/CNH is holding up for now, but will key resistance levels crack when the PBOC steps in post-Lunar New Year?
Gold and copper prices could be set to converge
With gold making hard work of record highs while copper perks up from its cycle lows, I'm looking for the two to converge over the near term.
USD/CAD: Trade Whipsaw Signals Reversal as Tariff Threat Eases
Canada’s last-minute tariff deal sent USD/CAD on a wild ride, reversing a 22-year low for the Loonie. With a shooting star candle and momentum turning, is a near-term top in place—or just another pause before the next leg higher?
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Expansive ISM, hot GDP estimate leaves no wriggle room for Fed doves
You’ll be forgiven for not realising that economic data was released on Monday, amid the influx of trade war headlines. But if US growth estimates and manufacturing are anything to go by, we’re in for another hot ISM services print later this week.
US Dollar Forecast: AUD/USD Vulnerable amid Threat of Trade War
AUD/USD tumbles to a fresh yearly low (0.6088) as the upcoming change in US trade policy dampens the outlook for growth in Asia/Pacific economies.
Japanese Yen Technical Analysis: USD/JPY, EUR/JPY, GBP/JPY
USD/JPY has shown a higher-low on the daily chart and at this point it seems to have evaded much of the tariff drama that’s engulfed other USD-pairs.
USD/CAD Clears 2020 High as Trump Tariff Looms
USD/CAD clears the 2020 high (1.4668) as US President Donald Trump imposes a 25% tariff on imports from Canada.
Crude oil turns lower as Mexican tariffs delayed
Against a backdrop of rising OPEC+ supply and the potential for increased non-OPEC supply growth, mainly in the US, the crude oil forecast remains modestly bearish.
Euro Technical Analysis: EUR/USD Spill as Threat of Trump Tariffs Hits Euro
Trump tariffs are zeroing in on Europe although there’s still a large amount of uncertainty. The pair responded to the threat with a strong sell-off at the open, that it’s now trying to claw back.
GBP/USD forecast: Tariffs, US jobs and BoE rate decision in focus – Currency Pair of the Week
Although the pound has fallen along with other major currencies, it may be able to regain its poise with Trump suggesting that a deal "can be worked out" with the UK. This means the risks to the GBP/USD forecast are less pronounced than the likes of the Canadian dollar or the euro.
USD Surges as Trump’s Tariffs Bite—EUR, CNH Slide, CAD Slumps to New Lows
Trump's tariff escalation has sparked fresh volatility across major currency pairs, pushing the US dollar to new heights. EUR/USD, USD/CAD, and USD/CNH are now at key technical levels, with traders bracing for potential breakouts or bounces. Here's what you need to know.
Wall Street gaps lower, ASX under pressure following Trump’s tariffs
It has been another turbulent start to the week for Wal Street and ASX 200 futures, as traders react to Trump's tariffs.
USD/JPY Outlook: Risk Aversion Rises, Yen Gains as Trade War Erupts
USD/JPY traders beware—market drivers are shifting. While rate differentials remain key, an intensifying trade war could see risk aversion take control. Will the yen prove to be the ultimate safe haven?
S&P 500, Nasdaq, Dow Forecast: Battle Lines Drawn as Trump Tariffs Hit
U.S. equity indices are up more than 3% YTD ahead of the Trump tariffs- resistance in view. Battle lines drawn on the SPX500, NDX and DJI weekly technical chart.
EUR/USD Pulls Back Ahead of December High
EUR/USD starts to carve a series of lower highs and lows as it slips to a fresh weekly low (1.0360).
Gold Price Forecast: XAU/USD Bull Pennant Breakout to Fresh ATH
Gold bulls are back in 2025 and January was a green monthly bar following two months of pullback to finish 2024.
GBP/USD Holds Below 50-Day SMA Ahead of BoE Rate Decision
GBP/USD holds below the 50-Day SMA (1.2511) after failing to test the monthly high (1.2576).
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USD/JPY: Strong Japanese Data Keeps Bears in Control
Japanese economic data keeps the BOJ on track for more rate hikes. With USD/JPY teetering near key support, the risk of a downside break is growing. Will the bulls dig in, or is another leg lower on the horizon?
Silver Forecast: Bulls Push Past Key Hurdle—More Upside Ahead?
Silver bulls have finally cracked stubborn resistance, but can they maintain momentum? With gold hitting record highs, is this the beginning of a broader breakout for the precious metals complex?
USD/CAD spikes to 5-year high as Trump's tariffs come knocking
Well, Trump's tariffs are not going away. In fact, they're on Canada's doorstep. And that was enough to send USD/CAD to a 5-year high late in the day on Thursday, which only adds to the excitement of month end flows and messy price action.
US Dollar Forecast: USD/CHF Defends Post-Fed Rally
USD/CHF seems to be defending the rally following the Federal Reserve interest rate decision as it trades near the weekly high (0.9095).
Australian Dollar Forecast: AUD/USD Rally Rejected at Resistance
Australian Dollar is resting at key support as the bears attempt a sixth weekly decline- NFPs on tap. Battle lines drawn on the AUD/USD weekly technical chart.
Gold Price Rallies to Fresh Record High amid Limited Response to Fed
The price of gold trades to a fresh record high ($2799) following the limited reaction to the Federal Reserve interest rate decision.