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Japanese Yen Trades Back to Intervention Levels Despite Expected BoJ Hike
The Japanese Yen continues to face downside pressure against the US Dollar, trading at levels that have historically triggered intervention, despite widespread expectations of a BoJ rate hike.
Euro Gains Against Yen on ECB Rate Hike Hopes
The euro rose 0.12% against the Japanese yen during European trading, reaching near 185.45, as expectations for further ECB interest rate hikes bolstered the single currency.
Commerzbank: Indian Rupee Downside Risks Limited by Policy Support
Commerzbank analysts note that the Indian Rupee has weakened sharply against the dollar in 2026 due to higher oil prices and portfolio outflows, but policy support is limiting further downside risks.
USD/CHF Rebounds from EMA Support, Trades Above 0.7950
USD/CHF recovered from modest losses, trading around 0.7960 during European hours on Friday. The pair remains within an ascending channel, indicating continued bullish momentum.
NZD/USD Dips Below 0.5850 as Hot US PPI Fuels Dollar Strength
The New Zealand Dollar weakened against the US Dollar, falling below 0.5850 to around 0.5820, after stronger-than-expected US Producer Price Index data boosted the greenback.
US Dollar Index Holds Gains Near 99.80 on Risk Aversion, Hawkish Fed
The US Dollar Index (DXY) is trading around 99.80 during early European hours, extending gains as risk aversion and a hawkish Federal Reserve outlook support the dollar.
Warsh May Follow ECB Into Tightening Cycle Amid Energy Surge
Fed Chair Kevin Warsh may shift to a tighter monetary policy following the ECB, as the Iran conflict drives energy prices higher, altering global rate expectations for 2026.
SpaceX IPO Raises $75 Billion, Valued at $1.77 Trillion
SpaceX's long-awaited IPO has been a massive success, raising $75 billion and valuing the company at $1.77 trillion, making it the seventh-largest US firm.
Brent Dips Below $90 on Ceasefire Hopes, ING Sees Upside Risks
ING analysts note that Brent crude has fallen below $90 per barrel amid renewed ceasefire hopes, but they warn that upside risks remain in focus.
UK GDP Falls 0.1% in April, Pound Edges Higher
The British Pound strengthened slightly after data showed UK GDP contracted 0.1% month-on-month in April, with GBP/USD recovering early losses.
Philippine Military Vows to Continue Duty Amid Foreign Pressure
The Philippine military spokesperson stated that the armed forces will perform their constitutional duty despite any foreign pressure or attempts to target its leadership.
Equities Rally on Iran De-escalation Hopes – Danske Bank
Global equities rallied sharply on signals of a potential US-Iran peace agreement that could reopen the Strait of Hormuz and curb nuclear tensions, according to Danske Bank.
ECB Hawkish Tone Fails to Boost Euro as Rate Path Already Priced In
Commerzbank analysts note that while the ECB sounded slightly hawkish, markets have already priced in two more rate hikes, leaving the euro softer after Lagarde's cautious remarks.
SEC Proposes Rescinding Regulation NMS Rules 611 and 610(e)
The SEC has proposed rescinding Rule 611 and subparagraph (e) of Rule 610 under Regulation NMS, aiming to reduce costs and let competition and innovation drive US equity market evolution.
Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD Could Rebound Toward $67.00 Amid Bullish Reversal Pattern
XAG/USD edged lower but is forming a falling wedge pattern on the daily chart, signaling a potential bullish reversal around the $67.00 level.
ECB's Nagel: All Options Open for July After Rate Hike
ECB Governing Council member Joachim Nagel stated that the central bank is keeping all options open for the July meeting, explaining that the recent rate hike was necessary due to the indirect effects of high energy prices.
ECB Hikes Rates 25 Bps with Hawkish Tone, US Yields Drop Sharply
The ECB raised rates by 25 basis points and hinted at further tightening, while US Treasury yields declined sharply in early trading.
Bearish Elliott Wave Pattern Targets WTI Crude at $68–$73
WTI Light Crude Oil maintains a bearish sequence from its May 19, 2026 high, with wave analysis suggesting a decline toward the $68–$73 range.
WTI Crude Oil Hovers Near Two-Month Low, Vulnerable Below $85.00
West Texas Intermediate crude oil struggles to attract buyers, trading near its lowest level since April 17 and remaining vulnerable below the $85.00 mark and the 100-day SMA.
VaR Trap Suggested as Barrier Keeping Oil Below $100
Analysts point to a Value-at-Risk (VaR) trap as a key factor preventing oil prices from breaking above $100 per barrel, according to a social-media post citing Jeffrey Currie.
Asia Open: Markets Rally Despite Sticky Inflation and ECB Hike
Risk assets surged in Asia as markets ignored sticky inflation, an ECB rate hike, and geopolitical tensions, with stocks and bonds both rallying sharply.
GBP/USD Stays Capped Below 100-Day SMA Ahead of UK GDP Data
GBP/USD trades flat near 1.3415 as traders await UK monthly GDP data. The pair remains capped below the key 100-day simple moving average.
Asian Stocks Rise on Easing US-Iran Tensions, SpaceX Debut in Focus
Asian equities advanced on Friday as US President Donald Trump indicated a peace agreement with Iran could be finalized soon, lowering oil prices and boosting risk sentiment. Markets also awaited the debut of SpaceX.
AUD/JPY edges higher to 112.80 as peace hopes boost risk sentiment
AUD/JPY rose to around 112.80 in early European trading on Friday, supported by optimism over a potential Middle East peace deal. The pair remains in a bullish structure despite fading upside momentum.