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Canadian Dollar Slides to Multi-Month Low as Fed Rate Hike Bets Rise, Oil Weighs
USD/CAD climbed to 1.4190 on Tuesday, extending its winning streak to four days and hitting the highest level since April, driven by rising Fed rate hike expectations and falling oil prices.
Euro Area Composite PMI Holds at 49.5 in June, Signaling Contraction
Euro area business activity remained in contraction in June with the composite PMI at 49.5, according to Nomura strategists, pointing to weak growth and persistent price pressures.
GBP Softens on Disappointing PMI, CBI Data – Scotiabank
The British Pound weakened against the US Dollar after weaker-than-expected PMI and CBI survey data, with fiscal concerns also limiting any rebound, according to Scotiabank strategists.
BoE's Taylor: Weak Economy Supports Holding Rates
Bank of England policymaker Alan Taylor said the UK enters the current shock with a very weak economy and argued that keeping interest rates on hold for an extended period remains the most appropriate policy response.
Canadian Dollar Softens as USD Rally Persists – Scotiabank
Scotiabank strategists note the Canadian Dollar remains soft despite a modest gain against the US Dollar, supported by firmer May CPI and stable US-Canada spreads.
Silver Slides Over 4% as Dollar Hits One-Year Highs on Fed Hawkish Stance
Silver (XAG/USD) dropped more than 4% on Tuesday as the US Dollar surged to near one-year highs, fueled by a hawkish Federal Reserve policy meeting that reinforced expectations of higher-for-longer interest rates.
Eurozone PMIs Show Two-Speed Recovery in June: TD Securities
TD Securities notes June Eurozone PMIs highlight a divergence between stabilizing German manufacturing and continued weakness in France.
Eurozone PMI Weakness Challenges ECB Tightening Case
BNY analyst Geoff Yu notes that Eurozone PMIs remain weak despite a slightly better composite reading, with Germany and France underperforming.
US Dollar Index Breakout Risks Build on Hawkish Fed – OCBC
OCBC's Sim Moh Siong notes the US Dollar is supported by higher Treasury yields and a more hawkish Federal Reserve path, with leaner communication likely to boost FX volatility.
Stocks Slide, Tech Hit, Dollar Rises as Yen Draws Caution
US equity futures point lower as tech unwinding weighs, while the dollar strengthens and traders grow cautious on the yen. South Korea's Kospi fell 10% today but remains up nearly 95% for the year.
TD Securities Sees Australian CPI Easing to 4.2% YoY in May
TD Securities forecasts Australia's headline CPI to slip to 4.2% year-on-year in May, driven by lower transport and recreational costs, which could keep the RBA on hold.
EUR/USD Price Forecast: Testing 11-Month Lows Amid Broad USD Strength
The euro extends losses against the dollar, testing 11-month lows near 1.3991 as the greenback rallies on Fed tightening expectations and cautious market sentiment.
Japan Yen Intervention Risk Rises After US Treasury Call: BNY
BNY analyst Geoff Yu warns that Japanese yen intervention risk has increased following a call between Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama and US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, with both sides reaffirming that bold FX action remains possible.
AUD/USD Falls 0.8% as Risk Aversion Intensifies, CPI Data Awaited
The Australian Dollar dropped 0.8% to 0.6945 against the US Dollar during European trading, pressured by a broad risk-off mood. Traders now await the upcoming Australian CPI release.
Trump Claims Iran Agreed to Highest Level Nuclear Inspections
US President Donald Trump stated on Truth Social that Iran has fully agreed to the highest level of nuclear inspections for the foreseeable future.
Eurozone PMI Stays Below 50, Euro Under Pressure
The eurozone PMI came in at 49.5, still indicating contraction despite improvement from prior levels. The euro was already weakening ahead of the release.
NZD Slumps as Hawkish Fed Bets Weigh, US PMI in Focus
The New Zealand Dollar fell 0.4% against the USD to around 0.5690 during European trading as hawkish Federal Reserve expectations reduced risk appetite. Traders await US PMI data for further direction.
GBP/JPY Retreats to 213.20 as Pound Loses Early-Week Momentum
The British Pound slipped against the Japanese Yen on Tuesday, paring Monday's gains and trading near 213.20 amid elevated intervention risks and weak UK business data.
BoC Likely to Hold Steady After Firmer Canadian CPI – TD Securities
TD Securities notes that May's Canadian CPI surprised to the upside due to energy and seasonal factors, while core measures remained stable. The firm expects the Bank of Canada to maintain its patient stance.
EUR/USD Under Pressure as 1.1400 Level Challenged
The euro remains under mild pressure, with EUR/USD testing the 1.1400 level. A breakdown below this support could send the pair to its lowest since July.
Societe Generale: Euro Inflation Scare Questioned, 1.13 Level Eyed
Societe Generale analysts point to softer Eurozone PMI price data and a dovish tone from ECB President Lagarde as key drivers for EUR/USD. They see the 1.13 handle as in focus, with support around 1.1390.
Japanese Yen Edges Higher From Long-Term Lows as Intervention Risk Rises
The Japanese Yen edged up against the US Dollar on Tuesday after trading near 40-year lows, increasing the risk of intervention by Japanese authorities.
Silver Falls to $62.18, Down 4.47%
Silver prices declined on Tuesday, dropping 4.47% to $62.18 per troy ounce from the previous $65.09, according to FXStreet data.
ECB's Lane Warns of Persistent Inflationary Pressures in Eurozone
ECB Chief Economist Philip Lane stated that forward-looking signals indicate inflationary pressures in the Eurozone will remain above 2% for an extended period, despite potential peace prospects involving the US.