The markets have navigated the challenges posed by US tariffs and the conflict in the Middle East. A new disruption has emerged—unwinding tech investment. The S&P and Nasdaq are set to open lower, while South Korea’s Kospi experienced a 10% decline today, despite maintaining an impressive year-to-date increase of nearly 95%. The risk-off sentiment has Read More
The U.S. dollar maintained its strength on Tuesday as traders adjusted their positions in anticipation of a more hawkish Federal Reserve. Meanwhile, oil prices experienced a rebound after significant declines, and the yen approached a four-decade low. U.S. Treasury yields sustained their elevated levels following a notable increase on Monday, with yields on the interest-rate-sensitive Read More
Conflicting news from the Middle East initially elevated oil prices and dampened risk-taking appetites; however, US-Iran negotiations persist, with both parties indicating progress. Oil prices have retreated. The dollar is predominantly stronger, yet it has maintained its position above last week’s lows relative to the euro and sterling. The yen halted a five-day decline ahead Read More
The dollar remained stable on Monday following the conclusion of the initial round of U.S.-Iran discussions. However, the situation was complicated by President Donald Trump’s threats to reignite conflict in the Middle East, alongside Tehran’s declaration of having closed the crucial Strait of Hormuz, which contributed to investor apprehension. A joint statement from mediating nations Read More
The US Dollar Index may experience an increase as traders incorporate the Federal Reserve’s hawkish policy outlook into their pricing strategies. The Greenback may weaken as the easing of safe-haven demand follows an initial peace agreement between the US and Iran. CENTCOM has removed all maritime restrictions on traffic moving to and from Iranian ports Read More
The Federal Reserve executed a hawkish hold yesterday. The increase in US rates has catalysed a notable appreciation of the dollar, which has continued to gain ground slightly today. The new Fed chair garnered predominantly positive evaluations and undermined the narratives that depicted him as subservient to the president’s preferences. He consistently emphasised his and Read More
The U.S. dollar maintained its position at a more than two-month high on Thursday following a hawkish hold that spurred expectations for rate hikes, even in the context of a U.S.-Iran deal. Meanwhile, the weakness of the yen prompted new verbal warnings from Japanese officials. The U.S. central bank maintained its interest rates within the Read More
Preparations for the Federal Reserve’s first policy decision under Chair Kevin Warsh weighed on Wednesday, causing the dollar to weaken. Risk appetite was supported by residual optimism over an interim U.S.-Iran peace accord, which dampened demand for the U.S. currency. The yen found little respite against a weaker greenback and teetered further into intervention territory, Read More
Investors remain uncertain about the specific details of the memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran. However, they seem to be confident enough to push July WTI to a new two-month low, while August Brent has reached three-month lows. Softer oil prices are contributing to a reduction in interest rates, while peripheral European benchmark Read More
The dollar remained close to its 10-day lows on Tuesday, as a deal to conclude the Iran war enhanced risk appetite. Meanwhile, the yen hovered near the significant 160 level following the Bank of Japan’s rate hike, a move that was widely anticipated to address inflationary pressures stemming from the conflict. U.S. President Donald Trump Read More
