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BBH: BoJ Hike Offers Limited Yen Relief
Brown Brothers Harriman expects the Bank of Japan to raise rates by 25 bps to 1.00%, but sees limited potential for a sustained yen rally.
Dollar Faces Downside Risks on US-Iran Ceasefire, ING Says
A US-Iran ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz are putting pressure on the dollar as energy prices fall and risk assets rally, according to ING analysts.
British Pound Hits 10-Day High at 1.3460 on Dollar Weakness, Peace Hopes
The GBP/USD pair rose to a fresh 10-day high of 1.3460 on Monday as the US dollar weakened amid a brighter market mood driven by peace hopes. However, the pair remains within its four-week trading range as focus shifts to upcoming central bank decisions.
ECB's Kazaks Warns Upside Inflation Risks Remain, Ready to Hike Rates
European Central Bank Governing Council member Martins Kazaks said the bank is ready to raise interest rates, citing persistent upside inflation risks despite a US deal.
Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD Trades Above $70.00, Extends Gains
XAG/USD continues its rally for a third day, trading around $70.30 and breaking above a falling wedge pattern, signaling potential bullish momentum.
US and Iran Sign Interim Peace Deal, Strait of Hormuz to Reopen
The US and Iran have signed an interim peace agreement, with formal sign-off expected Friday in Switzerland. Markets react positively as the Strait of Hormuz is set to reopen.
ECB Speakers Guide Euro Expectations After Rate Hike – ING
ING's Chris Turner notes the Euro's focus this week is on ECB communication following last week's rate hike, with markets pricing a small probability of another move.
Risk Assets Rally on Ceasefire, Dollar Drops; Central Banks in Focus
Confirmation of a ceasefire has spurred a rally in risk assets, while energy, interest rates, and the dollar declined. Markets await the US-Iran peace deal signing and central bank actions on inflation.
Yen Pares Gains as US-Japan Rate Differential Widens, USD/JPY Holds Near 160.10
The Japanese Yen gave back some of its recent gains during Asian trading on Monday, pressured by the wide interest rate gap between the US and Japan. USD/JPY remains positive, hovering around 160.10.
NZD/USD Extends Gains Above 0.5850 as Risk Sentiment Improves
The New Zealand Dollar continues its bullish run against the US Dollar, trading near 10-day highs above 0.5850. Improved market sentiment, linked to a US-led peace deal, supports the move.
US Core CPI and PPI Miss Expectations, Weigh on Dollar
Weak US inflation data for the week ending June 5, 2026, pushed markets to reduce inflation-premium pricing, undermining the dollar and supporting gold and commodities.
Gold Holds Bullish Tone Near $4,322 as Lagarde Speech, G7 Meetings Eyed
XAU/USD trades bullishly around $4,321–$4,322 in early Monday trading, consolidating just below the $4,325 resistance zone after recovering from the $4,180–$4,200 demand area.
USD/CHF Slumps to 0.7930 as US-Iran Peace Deal Weakens Dollar
The Swiss franc strengthened against the US dollar on Monday, pushing USD/CHF to 0.7930, its lowest since June 5, after the US and Iran announced a framework peace deal.
Romania May Inflation Hits 10.85%, Seen as Peak
Romania's May inflation rose to 10.85%, which analysts consider the peak, as inflation begins to ease across some Central and Eastern European countries.
BoJ Kicks Off Central Bank Week; US-Iran Peace Deal, Swedish Labor Data in Focus
The Bank of Japan begins a busy central bank week as reports indicate a peace deal between the US and Iran. The Swedish Labour Force Survey for May is also due, following five months of unchanged unemployment.
Bonds, Currencies Rally on Potential US–Iran Deal; SpaceX IPO, AI Regulation in Focus
Asian markets start the week with risk assets, bonds and currencies gaining on a prospective US–Iran deal. Additional catalysts include liquidity relief from a SpaceX IPO and limited regulatory enforcement on Anthropic's Fable 5 AI.
GBP/USD Extends Advance as US-Iran Deal Boosts Sentiment
GBP/USD rose 0.35% to near 1.3460 in late Asian trading on Monday, extending a week-long advance after the US and Iran reached a deal, improving market sentiment.
Euro climbs above 1.1600 on US–Iran peace breakthrough
The EUR/USD pair rose to near 1.1610 during early European trade Monday after reports of a US–Iran deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, boosting risk appetite and supporting the euro against the dollar.
Indian Rupee Surges as Oil Prices Fall on US-Iran Peace Agreement
The Indian Rupee opened strongly against the US Dollar as USD/INR fell to near 94.60, driven by a sharp drop in oil prices after the US and Iran finalized a permanent peace deal.
AUD/JPY Strengthens Above 113.00, Positive Tone Intact
The AUD/JPY cross traded around 113.35 during early European session Monday, supported by reports of a US-Iran peace deal that boosted risk appetite for the Australian dollar against the Japanese yen.
EUR/USD Tests Key Resistance Above 50% Fib Retracement
The EUR/USD pair is trading above the 50% Fibonacci retracement level on the 4-hour chart and is attempting to break above a major bearish trend line.
US Dollar Index Drops Below 100 as Safe-Haven Demand Fades
The US Dollar Index (DXY) fell to around 99.50 during Asian hours as safe-haven demand waned.
NZD/USD Climbs as Risk Aversion Eases, Domestic Data Supports
The New Zealand Dollar strengthened against the US Dollar on Monday, recovering from minor losses the previous day. NZD/USD traded near 0.5850 during Asian hours, supported by improved risk appetite and domestic economic data.
Japanese Yen Flatlines on US-Iran Deal, BoJ Rate Hike Expectations
The USD/JPY pair trades near 160.20 as the US Dollar softens on reports of a US-Iran peace deal, while BoJ rate hike expectations cap Yen losses.