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Pound Unable to Hold GDP-Induced Jump Against Euro, Dollar

On the geopolitical front, markets are having to contend with major news surrounding the war in Ukraine as well as ongoing tensions surrounding US trade tariffs, with further announcements expected on Thursday. Domestically, the GDP data provided initial Pound relief but failed to resolve underlying unease surrounding the UK.

Sat, 15 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0500

Dollar at Crossroads: Rebound Possible, But Bearish Risks Intensify

Dollar closed the week broadly lower, with the only exception being its slight gains against the even weaker Yen. Risk-on sentiment dominated global markets, fueling strong rallies in equities across the US, Europe, and Hong Kong, which in turn kept the greenback under pressure.

Sat, 15 Feb 2025 09:34:20 -0500

Oil News: Crude Tests Key Support Zone as Demand Uncertainty Looms

Oil prices face volatility as supply risks clash with rising inventories. Will demand recovery support crude, or are more losses ahead?

Sat, 15 Feb 2025 08:05:25 -0500

Week Ahead: RBA to Begin Easing Cycle and USD Downside Correction may be Nearly Over

The US threat of aluminum and steel tariffs and reciprocal tariffs initially shook the markets, but the implementation at some future date gives the impression that the threats are negotiating ploys helped take away the sting. In his first term, Trump converted some of the tariffs to quotas, and that one scenario for the likely outcome now.

Sat, 15 Feb 2025 07:15:00 -0500

Hang Seng Index: AI Rally, Fed Rate Cut Bets, and Trump's Tariffs – Weekly Recap

Asian markets climb on easing trade war fears, AI-driven tech stock gains, and Fed rate cut bets. Hang Seng leads with its strongest rally since October.

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 22:00:36 -0500

The Weekly Bottom Line: Hot CPI + Trade Uncertainties = Extended Fed Pause

Four weeks into the new U.S. administration, the continued stream of tariff orders has made assessing their economic impact feel like a Sisyphean task – every time progress is made, new complexities roll in to take its place. On Monday, President Trump announced the re-imposition of steel and aluminum tariffs, originally implemented in 2018 at 25% and 10%, respectively.

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 20:03:06 -0500

Brazil central bank announces rollover of $15.6 billion in swaps maturing in April

Brazil's central bank said on Friday it would hold auctions starting on Monday to roll over $15.6 billion in traditional currency swaps expiring on April 1.

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 17:49:45 -0500

Forexlive Americas FX news wrap 14 Feb: Retail sales show consumer weakness to start year

US retail sales for January came in significantly weaker than expected, raising concerns about economic momentum as the new year begins. The control group, which feeds directly into GDP calculations, fell -0.8% (vs.

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 17:13:09 -0500

Mexican Peso surges and ends week in the green ahead Banxico's minutes

The Mexican Peso (MXN) extended its rally on Friday, set to end the week with gains of over 1% against the Greenback. A worse-than-expected Retail Sales report tumbled the US Dollar (USD) to new year-to-date (YTD) lows as depicted by the US Dollar Index (DXY).

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 16:44:07 -0500

Natural Gas Price Forecast: Tests Resistance – Will the Rally Continue?

Natural gas maintains strength near recent highs. Resistance at $3.83 and support around $3.53–$3.56 could dictate the next move in the ongoing uptrend.

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 16:27:35 -0500

Australian Dollar jumps to highs since December on USD weakness

The Australian Dollar (AUD/USD) strengthens for the second consecutive day on Friday, supported by US President Donald Trump's decision to delay implementing reciprocal tariffs. At the same time, concerns linger over a potential global trade war, especially if further tariff measures are announced later.

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 16:21:24 -0500

United Kingdom CFTC GBP NC Net Positions increased to £-3.2K from previous £-11.3K

United Kingdom CFTC GBP NC Net Positions increased to £-3.2K from previous £-11.3K

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 15:31:29 -0500

Eurozone CFTC EUR NC Net Positions: €-64.4K vs previous €-58.6K

Eurozone CFTC EUR NC Net Positions: €-64.4K vs previous €-58.6K

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 15:31:17 -0500

Australia CFTC AUD NC Net Positions: $-65.6K vs $-75.3K

Australia CFTC AUD NC Net Positions: $-65.6K vs $-75.3K

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 15:31:09 -0500

Japan CFTC JPY NC Net Positions up to ¥54.6K from previous ¥18.8K

Japan CFTC JPY NC Net Positions up to ¥54.6K from previous ¥18.8K

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 15:31:05 -0500

United States CFTC Oil NC Net Positions fell from previous 230.3K to 220K

United States CFTC Oil NC Net Positions fell from previous 230.3K to 220K

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 15:30:52 -0500

US Dollar loses interest after weak Retail Sales figures

The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the US Dollar's performance against six major currencies, remains stable after posting losses in the previous session. At the time of writing, the DXY hovers around 107.00, as economic data continues to paint a mixed picture.

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 15:08:04 -0500

US Dollar Outlook: Bearish Outlook as Inflation Uncertainty and Tariff Risks Pressure DXY

US Dollar weakens as tariff delays and Fed uncertainty weigh on markets. Traders eye the 200-day moving average near 104.90 as a key downside target.

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 14:58:17 -0500

Canadian Dollar grinds its way higher amid US data dropoff

The Canadian Dollar (CAD) gained another leg up on the Greenback on Friday, climbing around one-sixth of one percent against the safe haven US Dollar (USD) as markets short the Greenback. US Retail Sales figures came in much softer than expected in January, but investors are holding steady in their risk-on stance for the time being.

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 13:51:22 -0500

Natural Gas, WTI Oil, Brent Oil Forecasts – Oil Markets Pull Back Ahead Of The Weekend

Oil traders focused on the weak Retail Sales report from the U.S.

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 13:21:40 -0500

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