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Gold Challenges Critical Support After Retreat from $4,515
Spot gold retreated sharply from an early peak of $4,515, now trading around $4,480 and testing a key support level. Intraday gains remain modest amid fading war optimism.
USD/CAD Uptrend Intact Despite RSI Nearing Overbought
The Canadian Dollar recovers some ground against the US Dollar on Thursday, but the uptrend for USD/CAD remains intact as the RSI approaches overbought territory.
Euro Rises as Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Boosts Risk Appetite
EUR/USD edges higher on Wednesday as easing Middle East tensions reduce safe-haven demand for the US Dollar, pushing the pair to around 1.1625, up 0.25% on the day.
British Pound Wavers as Lebanon Ceasefire Reports Flip
GBP/USD seesawed after news of a Lebanon ceasefire agreement was followed by reports that Hezbollah rejected the plan. The pair traded at 1.3439 after bouncing off daily lows.
AUD/USD Trims Gains After RBA Bullock's Hawkish Remarks
The Australian dollar pulled back from intraday highs after Reserve Bank of Australia Governor Michele Bullock struck a hawkish tone, while stronger US labor data lifted the greenback.
Reshetnikov: Higher rates and strong ruble may define next economic model
Russian official Maxim Reshetnikov says structural economic changes are ongoing and that higher interest rates and a strong ruble could become the contours of the next economic model.
Russia Keeps Budget Rule Cutoff Unchanged in 2024, Eyes Reduction for 2026
The Russian Ministry of Finance will not change the budget rule's cutoff price this year, but Finance Minister Siluanov stated at the SPIEF that a downward adjustment in 2026 would help reduce the ruble's dependence on energy prices and improve exchange rate predictability.
June 4 Calendar: RBA, ECB, BOE Speeches, US Claims, EIA Gas
Key events on June 4 include RBA governor speech, Swiss CPI, ECB's Lagarde, US jobless claims, EIA natural gas storage, and BOE governor speech. Also PMEF day 2 with Putin meeting heads of global news agencies.
CMC Markets Releases Preliminary Results for Year Ended 31 March 2026
CMC Markets posted a 15% increase in net operating income to £392.6m for FY2026, with profit before tax rising 20% to £101.3m, driven by strong B2B partnership performance.
CFI Bahrain Introduces Crypto CFDs
CFI Financial Group's Bahrain entity has received regulatory approval to offer Crypto CFDs, giving clients in the kingdom access to a range of cryptocurrency pairs through its trading platforms.
ATFX Connect Partners with the JSE to Bring JSE-Listed CFDs to Institutional Clients
ATFX Connect has formed a strategic partnership with the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) to provide direct access to JSE-listed CFDs for institutional and B2B clients across Africa.
Iran FM: Armed Forces Strike in Self-Defense at US-Used Objects
Iran's Foreign Minister Araqchi said the country's armed forces are striking in self-defense at objects that America is allowed to use to attack civilian ships and violate ceasefire, warning of an immediate and decisive response to any hostile act.
Russia Finishes Placement of 10-Year Yuan-Denominated OFZ Bonds
The Russian Ministry of Finance has completed the placement of 10-year OFZ bonds denominated in yuan, totaling 10 billion yuan. The bonds are now available for secondary market trading on the Moscow Exchange.
Russia's Finance Ministry to Buy Currency and Gold Worth 208.2B Rubles June 5-July 6
Russia's Ministry of Finance will purchase foreign currency and gold totaling 208.2 billion rubles from June 5 to July 6 under the budget rule, with net daily currency purchases of 5.3 billion rubles.
VTB Analysts Revise Ruble Forecast to 80 per Dollar Through 2026
VTB analysts have revised their ruble forecast, now expecting the currency to trade around 80 per dollar until the end of 2026, according to First Deputy Chairman Dmitry Pianov.
Economic Calendar: Key Data Releases for June 3, 2026
A busy day with services PMIs from major economies, Australian GDP, US ADP employment and ISM services PMI, plus central bank speeches and earnings reports.
XS.com Expands Leadership Team with Appointment of Giannis Kontogiannis as Head of Funding
Global multi-asset broker XS.com has appointed Giannis Kontogiannis as Head of Funding to strengthen its payment operations and client funding infrastructure.
easyMarkets Launches New MT5 Trading Experiences Designed Around Different Trading Styles
easyMarkets introduced new MetaTrader 5 setups tailored to different trading styles, allowing clients to customise their platform environment.
John Murphy Takes Over Scope Markets Leadership, Pavel Spirin Now CGO
Scope Markets parent Rostro Group has appointed John Murphy as Managing Director of the brokerage, while former CEO Pavel Spirin transitions to Group Chief Growth Officer.
Exness Wins Two Industry Awards at FMAS 2026
Exness took home Best Multi-Asset Broker and Most Reliable Broker at the Finance Magnates Africa Summit in Cape Town, highlighting the broker’s focus on infrastructure and consistent execution.
Israel Warns Beirut Residents; Iran Threatens Strait of Hormuz
Israel has warned residents of southern Beirut to evacuate, threatening stronger strikes if Hezbollah attacks continue. Meanwhile, Iran is prepared to fully block the Strait of Hormuz and activate operations in the Bab el-Mandeb to pressure Israel, according to Tasnim.
US Strikes Iranian Military Sites; Iran Hits US Airbase in Kuwait
CENTCOM reports self-defense strikes on Iranian radar and drone command posts in Iran and on Qeshm Island. Iran retaliated by hitting a US airbase in Kuwait, according to CBS News. The ceasefire remains in effect per CENTCOM.
Global Manufacturing PMIs and Key Events for June 1
A packed day of global manufacturing PMI releases, Swiss GDP, Eurozone unemployment, and corporate events including CME's BTC volatility futures launch and Binance product announcement.
XS.com Wins "Best IB Program" at Wealth Expo Colombia 2026
XS.com received the 'Best IB Program' award at Wealth Expo Colombia 2026, highlighting its Introducing Broker infrastructure and partner-focused ecosystem.