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The dollar stays within 6-month declines

Euro-Dollar Dynamics: Strategic Currency Maneuvers

Quick Overview Traders Anticipate Lows: Many are building short positions on EUR/USD, preparing for potential lows near last year’s $0.9535 Bank of America’s Forecast: Only a 10% chance of the euro hitting $1.00 in the next six months, dependent on ECB and Fed rate policies Economic Factors: The US shows strong growth and persistent inflation, …

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Market Turmoil and Safe Havens: An In-Depth Guide

At a Glance Geopolitical Tensions Drive Safe-Haven Assets: Israeli strikes in Iran prompt investors to favour stable investments like gold, reflecting heightened market uncertainty Stocks and Currency React: U.S. stock indices and currency pairs fluctuate, with the dollar holding strong, indicating a shift towards conservative investment strategies Commodities as Refuge: Gold and crude oil prices …

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Postponed Gold Auction: Shifting Dynamics in Vietnam

Quick Look Auction Postponed: Vietnam’s auction of 17,000 taels of gold was delayed due to a lack of participant registration; Gold Price Surge: Local gold prices soared to approximately $4,428 per tael, a 15% increase over the past year; Regulatory Dynamics: Calls for reform in Vietnam’s gold regulations amidst a tight supply controlled by the …

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April 2024: Key Currency Movements & Economic Shifts

Quick Look: EUR/USD fell below 1.0635, setting new lows since last November; USD/JPY reached its highest level since 1990, showing strong dollar demand; GBP/USD is under pressure, possibly dropping to 1.2325; Fed’s rate hikes total 525 basis points since March 2022; U.S. federal debt is projected to reach $40 trillion by the end of 2025. …

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February’s 7.7% Jump in Japan’s Machinery Orders

Quick Look: February saw core machinery orders jump 7.7%, surpassing expectations. Year-on-year capital spending fell by 1.8%, but less than forecasted. Bank of Japan ends negative interest rates, boosting economic outlook. Wages are rising, potentially fuelling more capital investment. External pressures like Middle East tensions impact economic stability. In what turned out to be a …

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April’s Israeli-Iranian Conflict: 7 Dead, Market Crash

Quick Overview: A suspected Israeli strike on the Iranian consulate in Damascus killed seven IRGC officers. Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks on Israel, impacting the economy. UN Security Council and G7 convened due to the threat to regional stability. Israel intercepted 99% of the over 200 threats, showcasing military preparedness. Global responses vary, …

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US dollars may have strongest week in 6 months

USD Index and EUR/USD Futures: Market Shifts

Quick look Asset managers are bullish on USD, speculators bearish, signalling divergent views. EUR/USD futures indicate growing pessimism among major traders. The disparity in Indices Futures suggests a possible market correction. Gold and WTI Crude Oil Futures remain bullish, with the potential for further price increases. EUR/USD shows a neutral intraday bias with critical support …

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