The US dollar is exhibiting a generally stronger performance, albeit subtly, as we approach a potentially volatile North American trading session. The focus extends beyond US data, which is abundant—featuring the PCE deflator, an initial glimpse at Q4 GDP, the preliminary February PMI, and the final February reading on consumer confidence from the University of Read More
The dollar faced challenges on Wednesday, especially in relation to the Japanese yen and Australian dollar, as traders expressed concerns over potentially disappointing U.S. payrolls data. Nonfarm payrolls are expected to have risen by 70,000 last month, following a 50,000 increase in December, according to a survey of economists. A significant deviation from these projections, Read More
The U.S. dollar experienced significant losses on Tuesday as it awaited a series of economic data that will influence the trajectory of interest rates, while the yen maintained its gains following Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s decisive election victory. Sterling maintained stability during the early hours of the Asian market following a turbulent Monday, as investors Read More
Three significant developments have emerged. Initially, Japan’s Prime Minister Takaichi guided the LDP to a significant victory, achieving a 2/3 “super majority.” This outcome is perceived as a strong mandate, presenting a chance to amend the constitution. Despite the sale of JGBs and the purchase of Japanese equities, following some initial volatility, the yen has Read More
The dollar remained stable at the onset of Asian trading on Thursday, as market participants await interest rate decisions from the European Central Bank and the Bank of England, both anticipated to maintain current rates later in the global trading session. The U.S. dollar index, reflecting the strength of the greenback against a selection of Read More
The US Dollar experienced significant selling pressure at the beginning of yesterday’s trading session. The apprehension surrounding joint intervention follows the pre-weekend Fed assessment of rates, seemingly conducted for the benefit of the US Treasury, and highlighted by remarks from Japanese officials, including Prime Minister Takaichi. In the meantime, a further unfortunate death linked to Read More
Japan’s yen is experiencing a significant surge, leading to a decline in the dollar across various markets. Investors are on high alert as rate checks raise concerns about the potential for the first joint U.S.-Japan currency intervention in 15 years. Following a surge on Friday, prompted by the New York Federal Reserve reaching out to Read More
The various elements at play, coupled with Japan’s finance minister’s appeal for market stability, appeared to have a positive effect. Japan’s 30- and 40-year yields decreased by approximately 15 basis points today following yesterday’s increase. The capital markets exhibit a delicate tranquility today, with the dollar primarily stabilizing against the G10 currencies. In the meantime, Read More
The dollar remained close to three-week lows against the euro and Swiss franc on Wednesday, following White House threats regarding Greenland that prompted a widespread selloff in U.S. assets, impacting everything from the currency to US stocks and Treasury bonds. The yen faced significant pressure as Japanese government bond yields soared to unprecedented levels, raising Read More
The dollar remains in its consolidation phase today. Current market conditions show relatively narrow ranges, particularly with the Japanese yen, where the potential for intervention has contributed to stabilizing the exchange rate. The Bank of Japan is scheduled to convene next week. While reports indicate that the inflationary effects of the yen’s depreciation will be Read More
