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Dollar Holds the High Ground: Sticky Inflation Keeps USD Firm as Yen Struggles to Break Through

The U.S. Dollar continues to assert its dominance against the Japanese Yen, as fresh economic signals reinforce a powerful narrative: inflation is not fading fast, and interest rates may stay elevated longer than many had hoped. This backdrop is keeping the dollar supported, even as short-term fluctuations create moments of …

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Liquidity Surge Powers Global Markets After US-Iran Ceasefire

The temporary ceasefire announced between the United States and Iran on April 8, 2026, triggered a massive rotation of liquidity across global financial markets. Following nearly six weeks of regional tensions that disrupted around 20% of global oil trade through the Strait of Hormuz, investors responded swiftly, shifting capital away …

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Market Drivers: US Session – FOMC Minutes Reinforce “Higher-for-Longer” as Markets Digest Ceasefire

The US Dollar Index (DXY) remains steady near 99.10, buoyed by safe-haven demand as investors interpret the latest FOMC Minutes. The release confirmed that Federal Reserve policymakers are in no hurry to cut rates, reinforcing a “higher-for-longer” stance. Markets quickly adjusted to the cautious tone, reflecting ongoing concern about persistent …

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FOMC Minutes Reveal a Policy Crossroads: Rate Hikes Back on the Table as Risks Collide

The latest FOMC Minutes signal a meaningful shift in the Federal Reserve’s tone, highlighting a growing willingness among some policymakers to consider interest rate hikes if inflation remains persistent.This marks a departure from earlier messaging, when risks were viewed as broadly balanced. Now, the discussion has evolved into a more …

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Dollar Drops to Four-Week Low as Ceasefire Resets Market Expectations Ahead of Fed Minutes

The U.S. dollar weakened sharply on Wednesday, falling to its lowest level in four weeks after a sudden geopolitical shift reshaped market sentiment. The decline followed the announcement of a temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran, easing fears of supply disruptions and triggering a broad move away from …

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US-Iran Ceasefire Sparks Global Market Rally Amid Cautious Optimism

The announcement of a temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran triggered a swift and strong rebound in global markets, reflecting investors’ hopes for reduced geopolitical risks—especially in the strategically critical Strait of Hormuz, a key artery for global energy supplies.Gulf Markets Surge in UnisonGulf stock markets opened Wednesday …

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