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NZD/USD Extends Gains Above 0.5850 as Risk Sentiment Improves
The New Zealand Dollar continues its bullish run against the US Dollar, trading near 10-day highs above 0.5850. Improved market sentiment, linked to a US-led peace deal, supports the move.
US Core CPI and PPI Miss Expectations, Weigh on Dollar
Weak US inflation data for the week ending June 5, 2026, pushed markets to reduce inflation-premium pricing, undermining the dollar and supporting gold and commodities.
Gold Holds Bullish Tone Near $4,322 as Lagarde Speech, G7 Meetings Eyed
XAU/USD trades bullishly around $4,321–$4,322 in early Monday trading, consolidating just below the $4,325 resistance zone after recovering from the $4,180–$4,200 demand area.
USD/CHF Slumps to 0.7930 as US-Iran Peace Deal Weakens Dollar
The Swiss franc strengthened against the US dollar on Monday, pushing USD/CHF to 0.7930, its lowest since June 5, after the US and Iran announced a framework peace deal.
Romania May Inflation Hits 10.85%, Seen as Peak
Romania's May inflation rose to 10.85%, which analysts consider the peak, as inflation begins to ease across some Central and Eastern European countries.
BoJ Kicks Off Central Bank Week; US-Iran Peace Deal, Swedish Labor Data in Focus
The Bank of Japan begins a busy central bank week as reports indicate a peace deal between the US and Iran. The Swedish Labour Force Survey for May is also due, following five months of unchanged unemployment.
Bonds, Currencies Rally on Potential US–Iran Deal; SpaceX IPO, AI Regulation in Focus
Asian markets start the week with risk assets, bonds and currencies gaining on a prospective US–Iran deal. Additional catalysts include liquidity relief from a SpaceX IPO and limited regulatory enforcement on Anthropic's Fable 5 AI.
GBP/USD Extends Advance as US-Iran Deal Boosts Sentiment
GBP/USD rose 0.35% to near 1.3460 in late Asian trading on Monday, extending a week-long advance after the US and Iran reached a deal, improving market sentiment.
Euro climbs above 1.1600 on US–Iran peace breakthrough
The EUR/USD pair rose to near 1.1610 during early European trade Monday after reports of a US–Iran deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, boosting risk appetite and supporting the euro against the dollar.
Indian Rupee Surges as Oil Prices Fall on US-Iran Peace Agreement
The Indian Rupee opened strongly against the US Dollar as USD/INR fell to near 94.60, driven by a sharp drop in oil prices after the US and Iran finalized a permanent peace deal.
AUD/JPY Strengthens Above 113.00, Positive Tone Intact
The AUD/JPY cross traded around 113.35 during early European session Monday, supported by reports of a US-Iran peace deal that boosted risk appetite for the Australian dollar against the Japanese yen.
EUR/USD Tests Key Resistance Above 50% Fib Retracement
The EUR/USD pair is trading above the 50% Fibonacci retracement level on the 4-hour chart and is attempting to break above a major bearish trend line.
US Dollar Index Drops Below 100 as Safe-Haven Demand Fades
The US Dollar Index (DXY) fell to around 99.50 during Asian hours as safe-haven demand waned.
NZD/USD Climbs as Risk Aversion Eases, Domestic Data Supports
The New Zealand Dollar strengthened against the US Dollar on Monday, recovering from minor losses the previous day. NZD/USD traded near 0.5850 during Asian hours, supported by improved risk appetite and domestic economic data.
Japanese Yen Flatlines on US-Iran Deal, BoJ Rate Hike Expectations
The USD/JPY pair trades near 160.20 as the US Dollar softens on reports of a US-Iran peace deal, while BoJ rate hike expectations cap Yen losses.
USD/CAD Falls as Canadian Dollar Gains on Reduced Safe-Haven Demand
USD/CAD depreciated to around 1.3970 during Asian hours Monday, reversing two days of gains, as the US dollar broadly declined on fading safe-haven demand.
Gold Hits Weekly High After US-Iran Peace Deal
Gold prices rose to a weekly high during Asian trading on Monday after the US and Iran reached a peace deal, easing inflation and interest rate concerns.
PBOC Fixes USD/CNY Central Rate at 6.8088, Slightly Weaker Dollar
The People's Bank of China set the USD/CNY reference rate at 6.8088 on Monday, marginally lower than the previous fix of 6.8109, indicating a slight strengthening of the yuan.
British Pound Rises as US-Iran Peace Deal Boosts Sentiment
GBP/USD gained ground on Tuesday, trading around 1.3450 in Asian hours, as improved market sentiment on a US-Iran peace deal lifted the pound.
Georgios Papassavas Becomes CEO at HFM
Georgios Papassavas, previously HFM's Chief Information Officer for nearly a decade, took over as CEO of the Larnaca-based broker.
USD/JPY Hits 160: What the Yen's Slide Means
The USD/JPY pair has reached the 160 level, a threshold that historically triggers official warnings and accelerates intervention decisions, forcing carry traders to reassess positions.
Why Traders Fail: Risk Management Over Entry Signals, Says Ian Coleman
Professional traders prioritize capital preservation over entry signals, focusing on position sizing and the 2% Rule, according to Ian Coleman. He explains that retail traders ignore risk management rules that ensure long-term survival.
Central Bank Decisions: Fed, BoJ, BoE, RBA in Focus Next Week
The US Dollar Index edged lower last week, closing near 99.80 as markets brace for a week packed with monetary policy decisions from the Fed, Bank of Japan, Bank of England, and Reserve Bank of Australia.
South Korean Authorities Step Up FX Stabilisation Push – Societe Generale
Societe Generale notes that South Korean authorities have launched a multi-pronged FX stabilisation package to address short-term USD funding stress and speculative pressures on the won.