Forex Market

U.S. stock index futures ticked slightly higher on Friday, with investors adopting a cautious stance ahead of two major potential market catalysts: the release of the monthly U.S. jobs report and a possible Supreme Court ruling on the legality of the Trump administration’s global tariffs. By early morning trading, Dow …

Oil prices rose in Asian trading on Friday, extending a strong rebound from the previous session as investors focused on the growing risk of supply disruptions in Russia and Iran amid escalating geopolitical tensions. The recovery came as fears of an immediate surge in Venezuelan crude supplies eased, helping stabilize …

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent signaled on Thursday that President Donald Trump is expected to make a decision on the next Federal Reserve Chair later this month, a move that could shape U.S. monetary policy for years to come.Trump is scheduled to attend the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, from …

Financial markets faced downward pressure on Thursday, driven by several factors:Cautious sentiment ahead of U.S. employment data and developments in Venezuela.Weakness in technology and software stocks. Pullback in basic and precious metals as investors booked profits following recent strong gains. Market concerns over Trump’s proposed restrictions, including limiting the sale …

Volatility Feared Ahead of Critical Labor Data: Global currency markets are entering a cautious phase as investors prepare for the December U.S. non-farm payrolls (NFP) report, scheduled for Friday, January 9, 2026, at 8:30 AM ET (13:30 GMT). Rather than taking aggressive positions, traders are carefully trimming both long and short …

Dollar Strength Keeps Loonie on Defensive: The U.S. dollar remains firm against the Canadian dollar, pushing USD/CAD near 1.38–1.39, levels last seen in early December. Broad dollar strength continues to weigh on the Loonie, while a modest rebound in oil prices has provided limited support, reflecting Canada’s position as a …

The US Dollar has reasserted its dominance over the Japanese Yen, with the USD/JPY pair stabilizing at 156.899 (+0.10%) after a series of high-impact macroeconomic releases. This upward trajectory is primarily driven by a “fortress” US labor market and a historic realignment in trade dynamics, which have collectively bolstered US …

The U.S. dollar was on track for a third consecutive daily gain on Thursday, although mixed economic signals kept investors cautious as they awaited the release of the closely watched nonfarm payrolls report on Friday. While recent data painted a nuanced picture of the U.S. economy, markets appeared reluctant to …

Oil prices edged higher in Asian trading on Thursday, rebounding from two consecutive sessions of losses, although gains were trimmed after a Wall Street Journal report suggested the United States is planning to exert long-term control over Venezuela’s oil industry. The report reignited concerns that global crude supplies could rise …

The USD/JPY remains sidelined near the 156.60 mark as a complex interplay of mixed US macroeconomic data and escalating Asian geopolitical tensions neutralizes directional momentum. While the US Dollar struggles to maintain its post-holiday rebound, the Japanese Yen is emerging as a preferred sovereign hedge.The US Landscape: Nuanced Data and …