Forex Market

The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield edged slightly higher on Friday, settling near 4.17%, as investors reassessed economic signals following the latest employment data and broader market developments.The modest uptick reflected a cautious tone in bond markets, with traders weighing signs of slowing job growth against continued resilience in the U.S. …

Job Growth Slows at Year-End:The U.S. labor market ended 2025 on a noticeably softer note, with employers adding just 50,000 jobs in December. The figure came in below expectations and confirmed a steady loss of momentum in hiring that has unfolded throughout the year. Companies appear increasingly cautious, prioritizing cost …

Markets recalibrate as the US Dollar strengthens amid mixed economic signals.The US Dollar continued its upward momentum against the Japanese Yen on Friday, with USD/JPY reaching levels not seen since January 2025. The pair is trading around 158.00, marking a fourth consecutive day of gains and positioning itself for a …

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 …