Fed Powell Brought Risk Aversion Back, Dollar Ready for More Upside
In terms of prompting market volatility, Fed Chair Jerome Powell didn't disappoint. Stocks suffered steep selloff after his Jackson Speech. While Australian Dollar was still at top of the chart, most of its earlier gains evaded on Friday, and looks set to weaken further in the near term. Dollar...
Dollar Dips as PCE Inflation Slowed, But Loss Limited So Far
Dollar dips in early US session following lower than expected PCE and core inflation data. But loss is so far limited as traders are holding their bets ahead of Fed Chair Jerome Powell's speech. Euro, Aussie and Swiss Franc are so far the stronger ones for the day, while...
Dollar Mixed Awaiting Fed Powell, Europeans Staying Soft
The forex markets are generally steady in Asian session today, as traders are still holding their bets ahead of Fed Chair Jerome Powell's Jackson Hole speech. US stocks staged a rebound overnight, but there was little reaction elsewhere. For the week, commodity are currently the strongest, led by Aussie....
Aussie Extends Rally, Europeans Weak, Dollar Consolidates
Dollar is staying soft in consolidation today, as traders are clearly still cautiously waiting for rate clues from Fed Chair Jerome Powell's Jackson Hole speech tomorrow. Yen is also mixed despite surging benchmark treasury yields. Movements are mainly found in Aussie and Kiwi, on rallies, which are lifted by...
AUD/JPY Extends Rally, Dollar Turns Softer Again
Dollar turns softer in Asian session today, but stays in familiar range. Traders would likely remain cautious until Fed Chair Jerome Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole Symposium tomorrow. For now, Aussie and Kiwi are the stronger ones for the day. European majors and Canadian Dollar are soft too,...
Dollar Higher in Consolidations, Subdued Pre-Jackson Hole Trading
Dollar is recovering some ground today but stays below yesterday's high in general, consolidations continue. Overall trading in subdued with major pairs and crosses suck inside yesterday's range. Kiwi and Aussie are on the softer side while the greenback and Yen are firmer. European majors are also weak but...
Dollar Rally Halted, Yen Picking Up Momentum
Dollar's rally was choked off by terrible PMI data, in particular services, overnight. But the greenback is trying to regain some footing in Asian session. It's too early to say that the bullish trend in Dollar has reversed. Traders are just holding their bets for now, awaiting more guidance...
Euro Selloff Continues after Poor PMIs
Euro's selloff continues today after poor PMI data and stays as the worst performer for the week. Swiss Franc is also weak for now, together with Sterling. Dollar remains the strongest one, but struggle to extend gains against commodity currencies. In other markets, major European indexes are soft but...
EUR/USD Breaks to New Low, Good Bye Parity
European majors, including the Swiss Franc, are under much selling pressure currently. EUR/USD dived through parity, and hit a new low. The development came on worries that Russia will further weaponize its natural gas supplies to Europe, adding further weight to the already troubled economy. Dollar is strong as...
EUR/USD Playing with Parity, Risk-Off Intensifies
Risk off sentiment appears to be intensifying today. Selloff in particularly serious in German DAX, while FTSE and CAC are also down. US futures are also pointing to a lower open while 10-year yield is pressing 3% handle. In the currency markets, Euro and Sterling are main losers for...
Markets Steady in Slow Start, Jackson Hole as Highlight of the Week
The markets are rather steady in Asian session today. With a near empty calendar, trading could remain subdued. Activity, however, might start to increase with the wave of flash PMI data to be released tomorrow. For now, Aussie and Kiwi are trying to recover. But Dollar is staying firm....
Dollar Rally Rejuvenated as Risk-on Sentiment Lost Steam, Yields Jumped
Dollar ended as the strongest one, closing notably higher against all other major currencies, as risk-on sentiment lost steam while treasury yields surged. The late momentum was rather impressive and argues that the greenback might be ready for breakouts. While Canadian Dollar ended as the second strongest, it's Swiss...
Dollar Continues Strong Rally, Swiss Franc Catching Up
Dollar rally continues today and it's set to end the week on a high note. Risk aversion and rising benchmark yield are both helping the greenback. Swiss Franc is also strengthening a lot. Selling focuses are mainly concentrated on Sterling, Euro, and Yen, even though commodity currencies are also...
Dollar Buying Picks Up Momentum, Other Currencies Mixed
Dollar's rally has finally made some progress overnight and the momentum continues in Asian session. Other currencies are mixed for now with no clear loser. For the week, Aussie and Kiwi are on the weaker side while Euro and Canadian are the stronger ones. But the picture could easily...
Dollar Rally Not Making Progress as Dull Trading Continues
The markets are generally rather quiet today, with major pairs and crosses trading inside yesterday's range, as well as last week's range. For now, Dollar is the strongest ones, followed by Sterling and then Euro. Australian and New Zealand Dollars are the weakest. Yen and Swiss Franc are mixed...
Aussie Soft after Employment Data, Dollar On the Strong Side in Quiet Trading
Dollar is on the strong side in quiet trading in Asia, together with Yen and Swiss Franc. But the greenback is just staying in familiar range against. On the other hand, Euro and Sterling are the softer ones. Aussie is also trading with an undertone after mixed job data....
Dollar Rises as Risk Sentiment Turns Sour, Sterling Shrugs Strong Inflation
Overall risk sentiment appears to have turned sour again today, with major European indexes trading in red, while US futures point to lower open. Australian Dollar is leading commodity currencies lower. Even New Zealand Dollar wasn't supported by the hawkish RBNZ hike. At the same time, Yen is also...
Kiwi Rebounds after RBNZ, Sterling Awaits Inflation Data
New Zealand Dollar trades broadly higher after RBNZ's rate hike today. But trading is mixed in other currencies. Commodity currencies are generally on the soft side for the week, but there is no follow through selling. Dollar is still the strongest, but it's struggling to extend the near term...
Dollar Remains Firm, But Yen Reversing
While Dollar remains generally firm, Yen is reversing much of this week's gain. The moves come as European benchmark yields are trading generally higher. Major European stock indexes are also in slight positive position. Canadian Dollar is rebounding, responding more to rising core inflation reading. European majors and other...
Dollar and Yen Firmer on Recession Talks
Yen and Dollar are so far stronger for the week, with recession as a main theme in the markets. Yet, their upside is relatively limited, as US stocks managed to extend near term rally overnight. Commodity currencies are generally on the softer side, but Aussie, Kiwi and Loonie are...