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HFM Among Forex Firms Probed as Thai DSI Seizes $1.8M in Ponzi Raid
Thailand's DSI raided 24 locations, seized $1.8 million in cash and assets, and froze 70 bank accounts in a forex pyramid scheme probe involving unlicensed brands including HFM, QRS Global, GOFX, and Eterwealth.
Dukascopy Becomes First Swiss Bank to Launch AI-Powered Trading via MCP
Swiss bank Dukascopy has launched AI-powered trading through chat assistants, becoming one of the first to integrate MCP for natural language trade execution and analysis.
Capital.com Enters South Africa Under Dual FSCA Regulatory Licence
Capital.com has received dual regulatory approval from South Africa's FSCA, authorising it as an OTC Derivatives Provider and Category 1 Financial Services Provider, allowing it to offer CFDs across over 5,000 markets.
CMC Invest Launches AI Tool CMC Intelligence
CMC Invest launched CMC Intelligence, an AI tool developed with Telescope AI providing portfolio- and instrument-level insights across shares, ETFs and cryptocurrencies.
Amana Simplifies Halal Investing with Sharia-Compliant Asset Labels
amana, a MENA neo-broker, has partnered with Zoya to embed Sharia-compliance screening directly into its app, using a blue crescent moon icon to mark halal assets.
INFINOX in Advanced Talks to Buy Admirals
Retail FX and CFD broker INFINOX is reportedly in advanced negotiations to acquire rival brokerage Admirals, according to an exclusive report.
Gold Steadies Near $4,190 as US–Iran Talks Offset Fed Hawkishness
Gold prices trade flat around $4,190 during early Asian hours as traders weigh progress in US–Iran peace negotiations against a hawkish Federal Reserve stance.
AUD/USD Slips Below 0.7000 as Dollar Gains on Fed Repricing, Iran Talks
The Australian dollar fell below 0.7000 on Monday, pressured by a stronger US dollar as markets repriced Fed expectations and weighed ongoing US-Iran talks in Switzerland.
Australia Manufacturing PMI Rises to 51.2 in June, Signals Expansion
The preliminary S&P Global Manufacturing PMI for Australia increased to 51.2 in June from 50.7 in May, indicating expansion in the sector and supporting a bullish view on AUD/USD.
Euro Falls 0.37% Against USD on Iran Optimism and Lagarde Remarks
The euro declined 0.37% against the US dollar on Monday as positive news on US-Iran talks boosted the greenback, while ECB President Lagarde's comments tempered hawkish expectations on inflation.
Pound Sterling Braces for Heavy Week as Westminster Empties Out
GBPUSD nears fresh seven-month lows ahead of a likely thin trading week as UK political activity winds down. A tentative bounce has done little to change the broader bearish tone.
NZDUSD Slides for Fourth Day, Pressures 0.5700
The New Zealand Dollar weakened for a fourth straight session, approaching the 0.5700 level amid a stronger US dollar and deteriorating risk appetite tied to rising Iran tensions.
NZD/USD Sinks to Two-Month Low Near 0.5720 as USD Strengthens
The New Zealand Dollar fell to a two-month low against the US Dollar on Monday, pressured by a firmer greenback and cautious market sentiment.
US Dollar Surges Near Recent Highs Ahead of PCE Inflation Data
The US Dollar traded near the 101.00 level on Monday, close to a 13-month high, as investors weigh softer oil prices, US-Iran peace hopes, and expectations of a hawkish Fed ahead of PCE inflation data.
Swiss Franc Declines Against Dollar and Euro on Improved Risk Appetite
The Swiss Franc weakened against the US Dollar and the Euro on Monday as risk appetite improved following the start of US-Iran talks, which were viewed positively by the US Vice President.
Malaysian Ringgit Pressured Against US Dollar on Hawkish Fed Repricing
The Malaysian Ringgit has softened despite supportive domestic data, as a hawkish repricing by the Federal Reserve keeps US Treasury yields and the US Dollar firm. OCBC strategists note that softer oil provides only a limited buffer.
US Dollar Index Rises, Holds Support Near 101.00
The US Dollar Index (DXY) advanced on Monday, trading near 101.00 and gaining 0.26% as the greenback remains supported.
Mexican Peso Slides as Hawkish Fed Boosts USD Ahead of Banxico Meeting
The Mexican Peso weakened 0.34% on Monday as the US Dollar strengthened on renewed Federal Reserve hawkishness. USD/MXN traded at 17.35 after bouncing from daily lows.
AUD/JPY Consolidates Near Multi-Year Low on Intervention Fears
AUD/JPY trades sideways near levels last seen in September 1990, with yen weakness supporting the cross while intervention risks cap further upside.
Canadian Dollar Slides to 14-Month Lows Despite Hot Inflation, Oil Rebound
The Canadian dollar hit fresh 14-month lows as trade war concerns overshadowed a strong inflation print and a rebound in crude oil prices.
GBP/JPY Holds Near 214.00 Amid UK Political Turmoil
The pound-yen pair settled near 214.00 on Monday, supported by its rising 50-day moving average, despite the UK losing its prime minister.
USD/SGD Bid as Firmer USD, MAS Tightening Eyed – OCBC
OCBC strategists note USD/SGD trades with a bid tone amid a firmer US dollar backdrop, with resistance near 1.2940. Support levels were not fully disclosed.
Gold Edges Higher on Iran Talks Optimism, Weaker Oil
Gold (XAU/USD) rose 0.50% on Monday as positive US-Iran talks drove oil prices lower, reducing inflation expectations. The pair bounced from daily lows to trade near $4,179.
NZD/USD Extends Slide to Four-Day Low as Dollar Strengthens
The New Zealand dollar fell for the fourth consecutive day on Monday, hitting its lowest since April 8, driven by broad US dollar strength from a hawkish Fed and fragile US-Iran truce uncertainty.