Month: June 2024

Australian Dollar surged broadly in Asian session following a much stronger-than-expected monthly CPI report, sparking speculation that RBA might return to rate hikes in August. Comments from a top RBA official also indicated that the central bank is vigilant about upside risks to inflation. The upcoming inflation reports for June and the more critical Q2
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Dollar dips slightly in early US session, following the release of May’s PCE core inflation data. This Fed’s preferred measure of inflation indicated a continued, though modest, progress in disinflation. However, the financial market’s response to the report was overall relatively muted, as the figures aligned closely with expectations. While the data is encourage, it
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Japan’s Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi reiterated on Friday, noting that he “will take appropriate steps on excessive FX moves.“ Additional quotes Won’t comment on forex levels. Important for currencies to move in stable manner reflecting fundamentals. Rapid FX moves undesirable. Closely watching FX moves. Market reaction USD/JPY pays little heed to these comments, trading
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Dollar is showing renewed strength in Asian session, particularly against commodity currencies. Market reactions to the televised debate between US President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have been muted, with traders shifting their focus to upcoming inflation data. Both headline and core PCE inflation are expected to dip to 2.6% in May. For
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Mexican Peso remains weaker despite positive economic data. Banxico expected to keep rates unchanged with Citibanamex survey indicating most economists forecast no rate cut until Q3 2024. US data shows higher than expected Q1 GDP, lower unemployment claims, and stronger Durable Goods Orders, boosting USD. The Mexican Peso prints minimal losses in early trading during
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