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NZD/USD rises as tariff confusion weighs on US Dollar
NZD/USD rose 0.52% on Wednesday, climbing back into the 0.6000 handle after the US Dollar came under broad selling pressure.
New Zealand ANZ Business Confidence dipped from previous 64.1 to 59.2 in February
New Zealand ANZ Business Confidence dipped from previous 64.1 to 59.2 in February
US Secretary of State Rubio: Iranian insistence on not discussing ballistic missiles is big problem
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Thursday that Iran poses a very grave threat to the United States and has for a very long time. Rubio added that talks Thursday will focus on the nuclear programme.
USD/CNY: Gradual decline toward 6.7 – TD Securities
TD Securities strategists expect Chinese authorities to keep USD/CNY volatility low through the 2026 Two Sessions, while not resisting Chinese Yuan strength.
IMF’s Georgieva: US goods inflation has been somewhat affected by tariffs
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said on Wednesday that goods US inflation has been somewhat affected by tariffs.
Nvidia delivers another monster earnings report, and forecasts big things to come
It was another monster earnings report from Nvidia for fiscal Q4. Revenues were $68.1bn, smashing estimates of $65bn. Gross profit margin was a healthy 75%, up from 73.5% in the prior quarter, and the outlook for this quarter was monstrous.
BoJ’s Ueda says rate hikes to continue if outlook materializes
Bank of Japan (BoJ) Governor Kazuo Ueda said on Thursday that the the basic stance is to continue raising interest rates if the likelihood of our economic, price forecasts materialising heightens.
Gold gains above $5,150 as US tariff uncertainty drives demand, eyes on US-Iran talks
Gold price (XAU/USD) trades with mild gains near $5,165 during the early Asian session on Thursday. The rally of the precious metal is bolstered by escalating geopolitical tensions between the United States (US) and Iran and ongoing uncertainty regarding US tariff policies.
USD/THB: BOT cut tempers Baht strength – BBH
Brown Brothers Harriman’s (BBH) Elias Haddad reports USD/THB has bounced from key support at 31.00 after the Bank of Thailand unexpectedly delivered a second consecutive 25 bps rate cut to 1.00%.
AUD/JPY Price Forecast: Skyrockets past 111.00 on hot Aussie CPI
The AUD/JPY rallies over 1.20% on Wednesday, after an inflation report in Australia prompted investors to price additional rate hikes by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA). At the time of writing, the cross trades at 111.38.
China: Two Sessions set 2026 growth path – TD Securities
TD Securities analysts expect Premier Li to unveil a 4.5–5.0% GDP target range for 2026 at the Two Sessions, alongside a broad budget deficit near 9% of GDP. Policymakers are seen prioritizing domestic demand, with continued targeted consumer stimulus.
Pound Sterling Price News and Forecast: GBP/USD climbs as USD stalls amid trade uncertainty
The Pound Sterling advances during the North American session as the Greenback remains unchanged amid uncertainty on US trade policies, as investors wait results of one of the seven megacap companies after the Wall Street close. The GBP/USD trades at 1.3523, up 0.29%. Read More...
Nvidia Q4 earnings in focus as S&P 500 holds tight range
As the clock ticks down to Nvidia’s Q4 (FY2026) earnings after the bell, the S&P 500 is holding its breath within a newly established tight range.
United States EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change climbed from previous -9.014M to 15.989M in February 20
United States EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change climbed from previous -9.014M to 15.989M in February 20
GBP/USD climbs as USD stalls amid trade uncertainty
The Pound Sterling advances during the North American session as the Greenback remains unchanged amid uncertainty on US trade policies, as investors wait results of one of the seven megacap companies after the Wall Street close. The GBP/USD trades at 1.3523, up 0.29%.
Gold consolidates as investors weigh US tariffs, Iran talks and Fed outlook
Gold (XAU/USD) stages a modest rebound on Wednesday, trimming part of the previous day’s losses as fresh uncertainty over US trade policy and lingering geopolitical tensions in the Middle East continue to underpin safe-haven demand.
Eurozone: Household lending faces modest tightening – BNP Paribas
BNP Paribas, citing the ECB Bank Lending Survey, notes that Eurozone banks plan a somewhat stronger tightening of credit standards for households than for corporations in 2026, mainly due to higher regulatory capital and liquidity requirements under CRR3 and the output floor.
Mexico Current Account, $ (QoQ) registered at $7702M, below expectations ($11520M) in 4Q
Mexico Current Account, $ (QoQ) registered at $7702M, below expectations ($11520M) in 4Q
Mexico Accumulated Current Account/GDP increased to 1.6% in 4Q from previous 0.49%
Mexico Accumulated Current Account/GDP increased to 1.6% in 4Q from previous 0.49%
GBP/USD: Rich valuation under rising BoE cut risk – HSBC
HSBC Global Research argues that GBP/USD looks expensive versus rate differentials as markets increasingly price a more dovish Bank of England. Sterling remains pressured after a narrow February vote to hold policy.
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