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USD/CHF Struggles Below 0.8100 as Bears Target 50-SMA Support
The US dollar fails to gain traction against the Swiss franc, with USD/CHF holding below 0.8100 as sellers eye the 50-period simple moving average for a potential breakdown.
HSBC: Yen Intervention Hindered by Persistent Rate Gap
HSBC Asset Management notes that coordinated intervention to support the yen is challenged by the wide interest rate differential, recalling past carry-trade unwinds.
Softer US Jobs Data Cuts September Fed Hike Odds – SocGen
Weaker US employment data and downward revisions have sharply reduced market expectations for a September rate hike, according to Societe Generale's Kenneth Broux, though one move remains priced for later.
RBA to Hold Rates at 4.35% as Markets Doubt Hike, BNY Analysts Say
BNY analysts expect the Reserve Bank of Australia to keep its cash rate unchanged at 4.35%, noting that markets are skeptical about further tightening despite persistent inflation and robust economic data.
Hormuz reopening could lift SEK against NOK, Commerzbank says
Commerzbank analyst Michael Pfister suggests a Hormuz Strait reopening could benefit the Swedish krona versus the Norwegian krone, citing differing oil-price sensitivities and central bank rate expectations.
DXY Forecast: Decline to Accelerate Below 99.40
The US Dollar Index edges up on Monday after a sharp Friday drop, but a break below 99.40 could trigger faster selling.
EUR/JPY Holds Above 9-Day EMA Near 183.00, Capped by 50-Day EMA
EUR/JPY edges higher on Monday, trading around 183.10 after recovering from prior losses. The pair finds support at the nine-day EMA but remains below the 50-day EMA, suggesting a capped tone.
Soft UK GDP Could Prompt Dovish BoE Repricing: BBH
BBH's Elias Haddad warns that a disappointing UK GDP print could fuel dovish Bank of England expectations, adding pressure on the British pound.
EBC waiving commission and swap fees on US stock ETF CFDs
EBC Financial is offering zero commission and zero overnight swap fees on eligible US stock and ETF CFDs through 11 September 2026, aiming to lower trading costs for active clients.
FXStreet Publishes Guide on Prop Trading Rules and Risks
FXStreet has released an educational article covering how prop trading accounts work, the risks involved, and how to choose a suitable firm.
AUD/USD consolidates near 0.7050 ahead of RBA decision
The Australian dollar held above 0.7050 against the US dollar, near its June 16 peak, as markets looked ahead to the Reserve Bank of Australia meeting.
Plus500 Posts Record H1 Results, Announces $182.5m in Shareholder Returns
Plus500 reported record H1 2026 revenue of $462.9m and customer income of $460.8m, while announcing $182.5m in buybacks and dividends.
Plus500 confirms 9% Revenue drop, 4% EBITDA decline in Q2 2026
Plus500 reported H1 2026 revenue of $462.9M, up 12% YoY, but Q2 revenue slipped 9% QoQ to $220.8M; shares have fallen 24% since its July trading update.
Hawkish risk seen for Australian dollar ahead of RBA meeting
Commerzbank expects the Reserve Bank of Australia to keep rates unchanged, but warns that high petroleum prices could tilt the statement hawkish.
British Pound Starts UK GDP Week on Front Foot
The pound traded higher against the dollar, hovering near 1.3500, as investors brace for second-quarter UK GDP data later this week.
USD/JPY rebounds to 158, bulls target 158.65
The US dollar bounced from 156.68 on Monday, reclaiming 158.00, with bulls aiming for last week’s high of 158.65.
Plus500 Declares $182.5 Million Payout, Larger Than Its First-Half Profit
Plus500 announced $182.5M in buybacks and dividends, exceeding its $151.9M first-half profit. Revenue rose 12% to $462.9M while US-focused costs weighed on margins.
Euro Gains on Weak US Jobs Data as Dollar Slides
A softer-than-expected US jobs report sent the US dollar lower, propelling EUR/USD to a fresh high as markets repriced Federal Reserve rate expectations, Danske Bank notes.
Romania's Q2 GDP Expected to Show Positive Quarterly Growth
Romania is expected to report positive quarter-on-quarter GDP growth for the second quarter, which could end the annual contraction seen in prior periods.
EUR/USD Forecast Eyes Further Upside Towards 1.1620
The Euro trades near 1.1550 against the US Dollar on Monday, with forecasts targeting a rise to 1.1620.
Norway Core Inflation Expected to Rise to 2.9% in July
Norway's core inflation is seen climbing to 2.9% in July, driven by ICT and airline ticket prices, while lower food costs provide a partial offset.
EUR/USD Gains Momentum, Consolidates Above 1.1580
The euro continues to climb against the dollar, with buyers pushing the pair to a high of 1.1581 on the 4-hour chart. EUR/USD is now consolidating gains above the 23.6% Fibonacci retracement level.
Indian Rupee Weakens as Oil Recovery Lifts USD/INR
The Indian rupee opened weaker against the dollar on Monday, with USD/INR climbing back toward 95.22 as recovering oil prices and a firmer greenback weighed on the currency.
Indonesian Rupiah Under Pressure After Consumer Confidence Tumbles
The Indonesian rupiah weakened after domestic consumer confidence fell to its lowest level since September 2025, with USD/IDR trading near 17,860 during Asian hours Monday.