WTI Oil Rebounds to $71.50 Amid Rising Supply Concerns
WTI Oil Rebounds to $71.50 Amid Rising Supply Concerns West Texas Intermediate (WTI) Oil has rebounded from recent losses, trading around $71.60 per barrel during Thursday’s Asian session. This recovery is largely driven by concerns over potential supply disruptions due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Tensions in the region continue to influence investor sentiment, with fears of supply chain interruptions helping to buoy crude oil prices. On Wednesday, Israeli strikes targeted southern […]
Australian Dollar Holds Steady as US Dollar Softens Ahead of PMI Data
Australian Dollar Holds Steady as US Dollar Softens Ahead of PMI Data The Australian Dollar (AUD) strengthened against the US Dollar (USD) on Thursday, supported by the release of domestic Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) data. The AUD/USD pair moved higher as the USD experienced a slight dip, driven by a modest pullback in US Treasury yields, with the 2-year and 10-year yields standing at 4.07% and 4.23%, respectively, at the time of writing. The Australian […]
EUR/USD Rebounds from Multi-Month Low, Eyes 1.0800 Ahead of Flash PMIs
EUR/USD Rebounds from Multi-Month Low, Eyes 1.0800 Ahead of Flash PMIs The EUR/USD pair is showing signs of recovery during Thursday’s Asian session, breaking a three-day losing streak that saw it hit its lowest level since early July, near the 1.0760 region. Spot prices have edged closer to the 1.0800 level in recent hours, buoyed by a slight pullback in the US Dollar (USD). However, bullish traders should exercise caution due to underlying market conditions. […]
How to Trade Successfully with a Small Trading Account
How to Trade Successfully with a Small Trading Account Starting your trading journey with a small account might feel like a disadvantage, but that feeling comes from focusing on the wrong things. In today’s lesson, we’ll explore why your account size doesn’t dictate your success and how shifting your mindset can help you become a profitable trader, regardless of your starting capital. The Myth of Needing More Money One of the most common misconceptions in […]
Australian Dollar Faces Downward Pressure Amid Risk-Off Sentiment
Australian Dollar Faces Downward Pressure Amid Risk-Off Sentiment The Australian Dollar (AUD) struggled to maintain its previous gains on Wednesday, as the AUD/USD pair came under pressure from a stronger US Dollar (USD) driven by rising US Treasury yields. The growing risk aversion in markets, partly fueled by the increasing odds of Donald Trump winning the presidency, has added selling pressure on US Treasury bonds, thereby boosting the USD. However, the downside for the AUD […]
Japanese Yen Weakens Below 152.00 Against USD, Hits Fresh Three-Month Low
Japanese Yen Weakens Below 152.00 Against USD, Hits Fresh Three-Month Low The Japanese Yen (JPY) extended its losing streak against the US Dollar (USD) for a third consecutive day, pushing the USD/JPY pair above the 152.00 level for the first time since late July during Wednesday’s Asian session. This recent weakness is driven by uncertainty over the Bank of Japan’s (BoJ) ability to raise interest rates further in 2024, a key factor in the Yen’s […]
GBP/USD Tests 1.3000, Faces Challenges Amid BoE Dovish Outlook
GBP/USD Tests 1.3000, Faces Challenges Amid BoE Dovish Outlook The GBP/USD pair moved closer to the 1.3000 mark during Wednesday’s Asian session, though the British Pound (GBP) encountered resistance due to weaker UK economic data. Falling consumer and producer inflation, alongside disappointing labor market figures, have raised market expectations that the Bank of England (BoE) might cut interest rates by 25 basis points in November, with another quarter-point reduction anticipated in December. On Tuesday, BoE […]
WTI Struggles Below $70 Amid Demand Concerns and USD Strength
WTI Struggles Below $70 Amid Demand Concerns and USD Strength West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil prices are hovering just below the $70.00 mark during Tuesday’s Asian session, remaining in a tight range around $69.70-$69.75. The commodity has struggled to build on the previous day’s modest gains and stays near the three-week low it touched last Friday. WTI seems vulnerable to continuing its recent downtrend, which has persisted for over two weeks. The brief positive […]
Australian Dollar Supported by Hawkish RBA Outlook, But Faces Pressure from Rising US Treasury Yields
Australian Dollar Supported by Hawkish RBA Outlook, But Faces Pressure from Rising US Treasury Yields The Australian Dollar (AUD) regained some of its recent losses against the US Dollar (USD) on Tuesday, buoyed by a hawkish stance from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) and strong domestic employment data. However, the AUD/USD pair continues to face resistance due to surging US Treasury yields, which rose by over 2% on Monday amid concerns about inflation and […]
EUR/USD Oscillates Above 1.0800, Bearish Risks Remain
EUR/USD Oscillates Above 1.0800, Bearish Risks Remain The EUR/USD pair is currently in a bearish consolidation phase during Tuesday’s Asian session, fluctuating around the 1.0820 mark, just above its lowest level since early August, which was reached the day before. The short-term outlook remains skewed toward bearish sentiment, indicating that the pair may still trend lower. On Monday, data showed that Germany, the Eurozone’s largest economy, experienced a drop in producer prices for the first […]
Gold Price Overbought, Bulls Should Exercise Caution Amid Renewed USD Strength
Gold Price Overbought, Bulls Should Exercise Caution Amid Renewed USD Strength Gold (XAU/USD) remains near its intraday highs through early European trading, hovering close to its all-time peak of around $2,730. The continued accommodative monetary policy environment and persistent geopolitical tensions, especially from the Middle East conflicts, support the precious metal’s upward momentum. Additionally, political uncertainty in the US has contributed to gold’s rally over the past two weeks. Despite this, expectations of modest rate […]
GBP/USD Consolidates Around Mid-1.3000s, Vulnerable Amid Strong USD
GBP/USD Consolidates Around Mid-1.3000s, Vulnerable Amid Strong USD The GBP/USD pair struggles to maintain modest recovery gains from the past two days, trading within a narrow range around 1.3050-1.3045 during Monday’s Asian session. Spot prices remain close to last Thursday’s one-month low, signaling potential vulnerability for continued declines from the 1.3435 area, which marked the highest level since March 2022. The recent drop in the UK’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) to its lowest point since […]
The Ultimate Guide to GBP to USD Exchange Rates: What You Need to Know
The Ultimate Guide to GBP to USD Exchange Rates: What You Need to Know Are you planning a trip to the United States or looking to invest in US businesses? Understanding the exchange rate between the British Pound (GBP) and the US Dollar (USD) is crucial. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about GBP to USD exchange rates, including key factors influencing fluctuations, historical trends, and tips on getting the best exchange […]
WTI Inches Higher to $70.50 Amid US Oil Stock Decline
WTI Inches Higher to $70.50 Amid US Oil Stock Decline West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil prices continue to rise for the second consecutive day, trading around $70.40 per barrel during Friday’s Asian session. The upward momentum in oil prices is primarily driven by an unexpected drop in US crude oil inventories. The Energy Information Administration (EIA) reported that US crude oil stocks fell by 2.192 million barrels for the week ending October 11, defying […]
Japanese Yen Gains Traction Against USD Amid BoJ Uncertainty
Japanese Yen Gains Traction Against USD Amid BoJ Uncertainty The Japanese Yen (JPY) is seeing an upward trend during Friday’s Asian session, partially recovering from the previous day’s losses against the US Dollar (USD), reaching its strongest level since early August. Several factors are driving the JPY’s gains, including verbal intervention from Japanese officials and stronger domestic inflation data, which could potentially prompt the Bank of Japan (BoJ) to consider rate hikes. Contributing to the […]
EUR/USD Extends Losses After ECB Rate Cut
EUR/USD Extends Losses After ECB Rate Cut The EUR/USD pair continues to decline following the European Central Bank’s (ECB) decision to cut rates by 25 basis points on Thursday. With a lack of bullish momentum, the pair is now down more than 3.5% from late September’s peak above 1.1200, as it extends near-term losses. The ECB’s rate cut, which was in line with market expectations, lowered the Deposit Facility Rate to 3.25% and the Main […]
Australian Labor Market Surprises Positively – Commerzbank
Australian Labor Market Surprises Positively – Commerzbank Australia’s employment report delivered stronger-than-expected results this morning, joining the list of countries with unexpectedly robust labor data, notes Commerzbank’s FX analyst, Michael Pfister. AUD Supported Amid Strong Job Creation “Job creation reached 64.1k, slightly outpacing August’s already strong figure, with most gains driven by full-time positions. Meanwhile, the unemployment rate was revised down slightly and remains at 4.1%, close to historic lows and well below the decade […]
Crude Oil Steadies as Markets Monitor Middle East Tensions and China’s Economic Outlook
Crude Oil Steadies as Markets Monitor Middle East Tensions and China’s Economic Outlook Crude oil prices stabilized on Thursday after a four-day losing streak that resulted in a nearly 7% weekly drop. The market has found a temporary floor, with traders weighing geopolitical risks, particularly doubts over whether Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will honor his pledge to the U.S. not to strike Iranian oil facilities. Further support for oil came from a surprise drawdown […]