Forex
Dollar index slips below 100.00, tests key support
U.S. Dollar Index falls to 99.63, nearing critical support as mixed economic signals weigh on the greenback.
South African rand holds near five-month high despite mining output drop
Currency remains resilient as mining sector contraction fails to dent investor confidence in the rand.
USD/JPY rises further in corrective recovery
Dollar gains extend as yen weakness persists amid shifting market expectations for Federal Reserve policy.
Ukraine Strikes Russian Space Centre Linked to Rassvet Network
Ukrainian forces have launched a strike against a Russian space facility connected to the Rassvet satellite communications network.
Ukraine Claims Strike on Russian Rocket Facility Connected to Communications Network
Ukrainian forces reportedly targeted a Russian rocket center associated with a Starlink-style satellite network.
Kalshi Ordered to Halt Prediction Markets in Washington State
Prediction market platform Kalshi has been directed to suspend a broad range of contracts in Washington state.
VIAVI debuts Vertex 6.0 channel emulator for 6G, Wi-Fi 7/8 testing
New emulator supports next-gen wireless standards, enabling R&D validation for 6G and Wi-Fi 7/8 chipsets and devices.
IEA cuts 2026 oil supply outlook amid Middle East tensions
Renewed conflict in the Middle East prompts the International Energy Agency to downgrade its crude supply forecast for 2026, citing elevated geopolitical risks.
CPI data tests yen’s recovery against USD/JPY
U.S. consumer inflation figures released Friday tested the yen’s recent gains, with USD/JPY volatility reflecting shifting bets on Federal Reserve policy and Bank of Japan outlooks.
Four major FX pairs align, inflation data eyed
Rare simultaneous strength in EUR/USD, GBP/USD, USD/JPY and USD/CHF shifts focus to upcoming inflation releases for policy cues.
RBNZ survey sparks volatility in NZD/USD amid policy uncertainty
A surprise Reserve Bank of New Zealand survey has disrupted the currency pair’s recent stability, raising questions over future rate path.
Ukraine’s Currency Liberalisation: A Quiet Game‑Changer for the FX Market
The National Bank of Ukraine’s sweeping reforms could unlock liquidity, reshape the hryvnia’s trajectory and subtly shift risk sentiment across emerging‑market FX pairs.
IEA cuts 2026 oil supply forecast on Strait of Hormuz uncertainty
International Energy Agency warns global oil supply growth will fall short of demand by 2026 amid unresolved Strait of Hormuz reopening risks.
Pound steadies as dollar holds ahead of U.S. CPI data
Sterling remains flat against the dollar as investors await U.S. consumer inflation figures that may influence Federal Reserve policy. The pound trades near recent highs.
Dollar weakens as traders eye Fed policy shift
U.S. currency retreats after softer-than-expected jobs data fuels bets on Federal Reserve rate cuts. Focus shifts to upcoming inflation and jobs reports.
US, Japan coordinate yen intervention amid Treasury, AI fund flows
Coordinated currency action follows heavy Treasury issuance and AI-driven capital shifts, underscoring dollar dominance in global markets.
GBP/JPY rallies toward key resistance zone at 216.45–216.57
Sterling-yen pair extends gains as technical setup points to a test of the 216.45–216.57 resistance band.
Iran warns Hormuz Strait closure until U.S. meets demands
Tehran reiterates threat to block key oil shipping route amid escalating tensions over nuclear program negotiations.
US crude oil inventories rise by 2.9 million barrels: API
Unexpected build in weekly crude stockpiles contrasts with prior drawdowns, pressuring prices ahead of government data.
EUR/USD, USD/JPY: Fed rate hike bets ease, yen remains weak
Dollar strength persists despite reduced Fed rate hike expectations, while USD/JPY holds near multi-decade highs as yen weakness lingers.
Brent crude tops $89 as U.S.-Iran tensions stall Hormuz talks
Oil prices rise after stalled negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing U.S.-Iran tensions, lifting Brent crude above $89 per barrel.
Asia FX, dollar steady ahead of U.S. CPI; oil rises on Hormuz tensions
Most Asian currencies held near flat against the dollar as traders awaited U.S. CPI data, while Brent crude climbed on heightened tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Oil markets hinge on Hormuz Strait traffic rebound
Analysts warn global energy markets require a swift recovery in Gulf oil shipments via the Strait of Hormuz to prevent further price volatility.
Oil supply exceeds OPEC+ quotas, exposing compliance gaps
Global oil output surpasses agreed OPEC+ targets as members exceed quotas, highlighting structural challenges in supply management.
