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PBOC Sets USD/CNY Fix at 6.8108, Slightly Higher from Previous 6.8088
The People's Bank of China set the USD/CNY reference rate at 6.8108 for Tuesday, compared to the previous fix of 6.8088, indicating a slight weakening of the yuan.
Yen Strengthens vs Dollar Ahead of BoJ Decision, USD/JPY at 160.15
The Japanese Yen gained ground against the US Dollar on Tuesday, pushing USD/JPY down to around 160.15, as traders eye the Bank of Japan's interest rate decision. A reported deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz also contributed to Yen strength.
EUR/USD Rises to 1.1590 on Strait of Hormuz Deal
The euro edged higher to near 1.1600 in early Asian trade on Tuesday, supported by a US-Iran deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz that boosted demand for riskier assets.
EXANTE launches €1M fund to support critical open-source infrastructure
Global prime broker EXANTE has launched the Gecko Fund, a €1 million grant programme aimed at sustaining open-source projects critical to trading systems and fintech infrastructure.
StoneX Plants a Flag in Singapore's FX Server Race
StoneX extended its partnership with currency technology firm Integral to add a local connection at the Equinix SG1 data center in Singapore, reducing latency for Asian FX order flow.
VT Markets Launches 'Bold as Gold' Global Gold Trading Campaign
VT Markets announces 'Bold as Gold' campaign to establish new benchmarks in gold trading, following record $1.5 trillion monthly volume in January 2026. The campaign includes a trading competition with a $500,000 prize pool.
Deriv Launches TradersView Free AI-Powered Market Intelligence
Deriv has launched TradersView, a free AI-powered market intelligence platform providing trade signals, live market data, and economic calendar integration without requiring registration.
StoneX Extends Integral Partnership for Singapore FX Liquidity
StoneX Group has extended its partnership with Integral to set up a local connection at Equinix SG1 in Singapore, aiming to reduce latency for Asian FX and precious metals trading.
ATFX Secures Authorisation to Establish Representative Office in Colombia
ATFX has secured authorization from Colombia's financial regulator to establish a representative office, marking its latest expansion in Latin America.
GBP/USD Peace Rally Unwinds as Ceasefire Gains Fade
GBP/USD initially spiked to 1.3450 on a US-Iran ceasefire and Strait of Hormuz reopening, but the move fully reversed, leaving the pair near 1.3400 ahead of the Fed meeting.
RBA Set to Keep Interest Rate Steady After Three Consecutive Hikes
The Reserve Bank of Australia is widely expected to leave the Official Cash Rate unchanged at 4.35% when it announces its decision on Tuesday, marking a pause after three consecutive rate hikes.
Bank of Japan Faces Struggle to Support Yen as USD/JPY Nears 160
The Bank of Japan's impending rate hike fails to boost the yen, with USD/JPY grinding above 160.00, near multi-decade highs.
AUD Gains as US-Iran Hormuz Deal Sinks USD, Oil
The Australian Dollar rose over 0.37% after the US and Iran signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at ending the conflict and opening nuclear talks, which weighed on the US Dollar and crude oil prices.
US Dollar Lifts Off Lows as Trump Hints at Iran Deal Progress
The US Dollar Index recovered from 10-day lows after President Trump indicated an Iran deal has been signed, though he warned that sanctions relief will not come until Iran complies.
Peace Deal Sparks Risk-On Session, NZD Under Pressure
A framework peace agreement between Washington and Tehran triggered a risk-on session, with global equities rallying and crude oil falling sharply, while the New Zealand dollar weakened.
USD/CHF Retreats as Middle East Tensions Ease, Inverted Head-and-Shoulders Pattern Intact
USD/CHF fell over 0.34% on Monday as most G8 currencies strengthened against the US Dollar following a US-Iran peace deal that reduced Middle East conflict fears. The pair traded at 0.7943 after hitting a daily high.
US Dollar Weakens on US-Iran Peace Deal but Supported by Hawkish Fed Outlook
The US Dollar edged lower Monday as a US-Iran framework peace deal reduced safe-haven demand, though hawkish Federal Reserve expectations limited losses.
Australian Dollar Seeks Catalyst to Resume Uptrend as Momentum Fades Near 0.7300
The Australian dollar's recent upward trend has stalled near the 0.7300 level, with traders awaiting a fresh catalyst to push it higher.
Australian Dollar Rebounds as Softer USD and Iran Peace Talks Boost Risk Sentiment
The AUD/USD pair climbed near 0.7080 on Monday, gaining 0.46% as improved risk sentiment followed reports of a preliminary US-Iran peace agreement.
Euro Holds Firm as US-Iran Peace Deal Boosts Risk Appetite, Fed Decision Looms
EUR/USD holds near 1.1598 on Monday as a US-Iran peace deal lifts risk appetite, reducing safe-haven demand for the dollar. Traders now await the upcoming Fed decision.
British Pound Rises as US-Iran Accord Sends Oil Plunging
The Pound Sterling advances 0.31% on Monday as risk appetite improves following a US-Iran agreement to be signed on June 19 in Geneva, causing oil prices to drop.
Indonesia Rupiah Gains Temporary Relief After BI Rate Hike, But Confidence Still Fragile
Bank Indonesia's emergency rate hike has provided short-term support for the Rupiah, but the currency's muted rally signals that investor confidence has not been fully restored. The question remains whether higher interest rates can address deeper structural challenges.
Japanese Yen Gains After Weak US Industrial Output, BoJ Decision Ahead
USD/JPY trades cautiously as recent US industrial production data came in softer than expected, while the market awaits the Bank of Japan's upcoming rate decision.
New Zealand Dollar Rises on US-Iran De-Escalation Ahead of Fed Decision
NZD/USD trades around 0.5840, up 0.17% on the day, as broad-based US Dollar weakness follows a reported framework agreement between the US and Iran to end hostilities. Markets await the Federal Reserve's policy decision.