Forex Market

The Canadian Dollar (CAD) managed to pump the brakes on its sharp descent against the US Dollar (USD) to close the week, but the respite was limited. Despite cooling its bearish momentum on Friday, the Loonie still touched fresh 18-week intraday lows, confirming its position on the weak side of …

The benchmark U.S. 10-year Treasury yield inched slightly higher on Friday, rising by 0.009 points to 4.185%, a gain of 0.22%. The move comes in the wake of inflation data that landed exactly in line with expectations, giving markets reassurance that the Federal Reserve’s gradual approach to monetary easing remains …

The Japanese Yen gained ground against the U.S. Dollar on Friday, halting a two-day surge that had driven the dollar to its highest level in nearly two months. By mid-session, the USD/JPY pair was hovering around 149.50, with the dollar losing steam as traders weighed fresh inflation data alongside renewed …

Canada’s real GDP rose 0.2% in July, exceeding forecasts and reversing June’s 0.1% drop, Statistics Canada reported. The rebound follows an annualized 1.6% contraction in Q2 as analysts watch for signs of recession. Key drivers of July’s growth: Goods-producing industries led the gain with a 0.6% increase after three months …

Trump’s Tariff Shockwaves: Pharma, Trucks, and Global Trade on Edge U.S. President Donald Trump announced sweeping new tariffs on Thursday, with headline measures including 100% duties on branded pharmaceuticals and 25% levies on heavy-duty trucks, set to take effect next week. The move adds to an already aggressive trade policy …

The U.S. dollar steadied on Friday after sharp gains in the previous session, supported by stronger-than-expected U.S. economic indicators that dampened expectations for aggressive Federal Reserve easing this year. Dollar Index on Track for Best Weekly Gain in Two MonthsThe dollar index eased 0.1% to 98.37 but remained poised for …

The British pound and the Euro are both facing significant headwinds against the U.S. dollar, leading many to wonder if we’re witnessing a synchronized decline. While their individual struggles are driven by distinct factors—domestic weakness for the pound and geopolitical jitters for the euro—the combined effect is a clear picture …

The Japanese Yen’s performance against major currencies on September 25, 2025, underscores a troubling trend: ongoing weakness driven by policy divergence between the Bank of Japan and other central banks. While the Yen edged higher against the dollar by about 0.7%, closing near 149.88, this modest gain masks broader pressures. …

In a series of recent public appearances, several key Federal Reserve officials have offered a unified message on the future of monetary policy: while interest rate cuts are likely on the horizon, the pace and timing will be dictated by incoming economic data, particularly inflation. This collective caution underscores a …

The recent moderation in core inflation, as suggested by forecasts for the August Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) report, offers a glimmer of hope. However, it would be a mistake to assume this slight cooling means the battle against rising prices is over. A significant, and often underestimated, factor looms over …