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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?
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?
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.
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?
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/JPY: Bulls on the Ropes as Market Headwinds Strengthen
USD/JPY’s bullish run is under threat as key technical levels crumble, with momentum indicators flashing warning signs. As markets brace for major data releases from both the US and Japan, could the next catalyst tip the scales toward a decisive break?
EUR/USD: ECB Rate Guidance Clouded as Central Banks Hit Pause
Central banks are pulling back on rate cut signals, with the Fed, BoC, and Riksbank all hitting pause. With markets betting on aggressive ECB easing, could traders be caught offside if the script changes?
AUD/USD, ASX 200: Inflation Miss Sets Stage for First RBA Rate Cut Since 2020
Cooling inflation pressures have reignited speculation of an RBA rate cut, marking a potential shift in Australia’s monetary policy landscape. AUD/USD tests key support as ASX 200 SPI futures eye record highs.
NZD/USD: Trade Wars, Not Rate Cuts, Are Calling the Shots
The RBNZ has slashed rates aggressively, but markets still think there’s more to come. With the central bank’s neutral rate estimate sitting well below current levels, cuts look set to continue in 2025. But rate differentials aren’t driving NZD/USD moves. A deeper look reveals a clear culprit.
Gold Forecast: Dip or Danger? Decoding Monday’s Price Pullback
Gold’s Monday wobble defied the usual playbook, dropping despite a softer USD and safe-haven demand. Is the bearish engulfing candle a signal for more downside ahead, or does the pullback provide another opportunity to reset longs for a run towards the record highs?