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Gold Dips Below $4,200 as Hawkish Fed, Iran Tensions Lift Dollar
Gold extended its decline for a third straight session on Friday, slipping below $4,200 and hitting a fresh weekly low, pressured by a stronger US dollar amid hawkish Federal Reserve expectations and escalating uncertainty over Iran.
Silver Falls to $64.40 as Fed Rate Hike Odds Weigh
Silver price extended losses for a third day, trading near $64.40 per ounce on Friday, pressured by expectations of further Federal Reserve rate hikes.
Gold Hits Weekly Low Near $4,175 as Sellers Dominate Despite US-Iran Peace Deal
Gold prices fell to fresh weekly lows around $4,175 in Asian trading on Friday, extending the bearish run for a third consecutive week. The US-Iran peace deal has failed to support the metal, leaving it in a lose-lose situation.
US Dollar Index Holds Near 101.00 on Hawkish Fed Outlook
The US Dollar Index (DXY) traded near 101.00 after two consecutive days of gains, supported by a hawkish Federal Reserve stance. It was around 100.83 during Asian hours.
NZD/USD Falls to Fresh Low Since April on Hawkish Fed
The New Zealand dollar dropped to its lowest level since April 8 against the US dollar, extending losses for a third straight day as hawkish Federal Reserve expectations continue to support the greenback.
AUD/USD Softens Near 0.7000 as US VP Cancels Iran Talks
The Australian Dollar edged lower to around 0.7010 against the US Dollar during Asian trading on Friday, following reports that US Vice President JD Vance called off a trip to Switzerland for talks with Iran. The cancellation has heightened geopolitical uncertainty, weighing on the Aussie.
USD/CAD Extends Gains as Oil Drop Weighs on Canadian Dollar
USD/CAD rose for a third day, trading around 1.4140, as lower oil prices pressured the commodity-linked Canadian Dollar.
Yen Rebounds from Two-Year Low vs USD as BoJ Hike Bets Counter Weaker CPI
The Japanese yen is recovering from a two-year low against the U.S. dollar, with the USD/JPY pair pulling back from the 161.80 area. Market expectations for a Bank of Japan rate hike are offsetting softer domestic inflation data.
Japan's Finance Minister Warns of Action on Speculative FX Moves
Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama stated the government is ready to take strong measures against speculative foreign exchange activity.
EUR/USD Edges Higher After US-Iran Preliminary Deal
The euro drifted above 1.1450 as the US and Iran signed an initial agreement to end hostilities, snapping a two-day losing streak.
BoJ Deputy Governor: Central bank likely to keep hiking rates based on trends
Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Himino stated that the central bank will likely continue raising interest rates depending on economic, price, and financial developments. He also noted that currency moves could influence inflation expectations and core inflation.
Dukascopy Launches Its New Flagship Banking App
Dukascopy Bank has released a redesigned mobile app that combines banking, payments, cards, forex, and investments for its 400,000+ clients, replacing two legacy applications.
BoJ Minutes: Members Seek More Time for Middle East Impact Assessment
Bank of Japan board members expressed a desire for more time to evaluate the effects of Middle East developments on Japan's economy and prices, according to the April meeting minutes.
Gold Slides Toward $4,200 as Hawkish Fed, US-Iran Deal Weigh
Gold declines to near $4,210 as a hawkish Federal Reserve stance and a US-Iran peace deal pressure prices, offsetting safe-haven support.
Sterling Slips Below 1.3300 as BoE Holds Rates, Cheaper Oil Masks Inflation
The British Pound fell to its lowest since early April after the Bank of England held rates as expected, with a second MPC member voting for a hike. Lower crude oil prices are masking inflationary pressures.
GBP/JPY Sellers Target Break Below 100-Day SMA as Pair Retreats
GBP/JPY slipped 0.21% to 213.11 during the North American session as the pound weakened despite the Bank of England holding rates unchanged. Sellers are eyeing a break below the 100-day SMA.
US Dollar Touches One-Year High; Pound Slips on BoE Hold
The US Dollar Index firmed near 100.80, a level not seen since May 2025, after the Fed left rates unchanged. The British Pound declined following the Bank of England's decision to hold rates.
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USD/CHF Hits New YTD High Above 0.8050 on Hawkish Fed Bets
USD/CHF rallied to a new yearly high of 0.8059, surpassing the previous peak from March 2026 as the Greenback strengthened on hawkish Federal Reserve policy expectations.
BoE Holds Rate at 3.75%, Pound Slips Near Two-Month Low
The British Pound weakened against the US Dollar after the Bank of England left interest rates unchanged at 3.75%, while the Federal Reserve's cautious stance continued to support the Greenback.
Japanese Yen hits weakest vs USD since July 2024, intervention risk rises
USD/JPY surged to 161.46, a level unseen since the 2024 yearly high of 161.99, as hawkish Fed rhetoric and climbing US Treasury yields continue to pressure the yen. The move brings yen intervention risk back into focus.
US Dollar Index Rallies Back Above 100 on Iran Deal and Hawkish Fed
The US Dollar Index (DXY) surged back above the 100 mark, driven by a US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding and a hawkish tone from the Federal Reserve under Kevin Warsh's first meeting.
Silver price falls nearly 2% as dollar strengthens on hawkish Fed
Silver (XAG/USD) dropped nearly 2% on Thursday as the US dollar hit new year-to-date highs, fueled by hawkish signals from the Federal Reserve, with about half of FOMC members reportedly supporting rate hikes in 2026. The metal now trades at $66.07, with analysts eyeing a potential decline toward $61.50 if it remains below the 200-day SMA.
Gold Falls 0.7% as Hawkish Fed Boosts Dollar to YTD High
Gold (XAU/USD) declined 0.7% on Thursday as the US Dollar reached a new year-to-date high following the Federal Reserve's hawkish policy stance.