News from the economy, politics and the financial markets
In this section of our news section we provide you with editorial content from leading publishers.
Latest news
Gold moves away from record high as safe-haven demand fades on easing trade war concerns
Gold (XAU/USD) is seen extending the previous day's modest pullback from the vicinity of the $4,900 mark, or a fresh all-time peak, and drifting lower through the Asian session on Thursday.
USD/CAD remains below 1.3850 as Oil prices remains stronger
USD/CAD remains in the negative territory for the fourth consecutive session, trading around 1.3830 during the Asian hours on Thursday.
Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD falls below $92.00 as safe-haven demand wanes
Silver price (XAG/USD) tumbles to near $91.80 during the Asian trading hours on Thursday. The white metal falls after reaching record highs as traders react to easing tariff threats and profit booking.
WTI hovers around $60.50 due to oversupply concerns
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) Oil price moves little after four days of gains, trading around $60.60 per barrel during the Asian hours on Thursday.
United States API Weekly Crude Oil Stock declined to 3.04M in January 16 from previous 5.27M
United States API Weekly Crude Oil Stock declined to 3.04M in January 16 from previous 5.27M
NZD/USD strengthens to near 0.5850 as Trump eases tariff threats
The NZD/USD pair gains momentum to around 0.5850 during the Asian trading hours on Thursday. The New Zealand Dollar (NZD) edges higher against the Greenback amid risk-on sentiment as US President Donald Trump touts a Greenland deal.
Japan Adjusted Merchandise Trade Balance fell from previous ¥62.9B to ¥-0.21B in December
Japan Adjusted Merchandise Trade Balance fell from previous ¥62.9B to ¥-0.21B in December
PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 7.0019 vs. 7.0014 previous
The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) sets the USD/CNY central rate for the trading session ahead on Thursday at 7.0019 compared to the previous day's fix of 7.0014 and 6.9697 Reuters estimate.
Australia’s Unemployment Rate declines to 4.1% in December vs. 4.4% expected
Australia’s Unemployment Rate declined to 4.1% in December from 4.3% in November, according to the official data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) on Thursday. The figure came in below the market consensus of 4.4%.
GBP/USD remains confined in a range above 1.3400 as traders eye US PCE and GDP data
The GBP/USD pair extends its sideways consolidative price move for the second straight day on Thursday and oscillates in a range above the 1.3400 mark during the Asian session.
Australia Part-Time Employment: 10.4K (December) vs previous 35.2K
Australia Part-Time Employment: 10.4K (December) vs previous 35.2K
Australia Full-Time Employment increased to 54.8K in December from previous -56.5K
Australia Full-Time Employment increased to 54.8K in December from previous -56.5K
Australia Unemployment Rate s.a. below expectations (4.4%) in December: Actual (4.1%)
Australia Unemployment Rate s.a. below expectations (4.4%) in December: Actual (4.1%)
USD/JPY steadies near 158.00 as Japan’s fiscal worries weigh on the Yen
The Japanese Yen (JPY) is little changed against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday, as rising political and fiscal concerns in Japan continue to weigh on sentiment. Meanwhile, a modest rebound in the Greenback is limiting the pair’s downside. At the time of writing, USD/JPY is trading around 158.15.
Forex Today: Markets on the verge as Trump chaos revolves around the same
United States (US) President Donald Trump was once again the main market mover on Wednesday, saying they are seeking immediate talks with Europe on Greenland. He added Greenland would not be a threat to NATO if the territory were under US control.
Dow Jones Industrial Average rises as Trump rules out military action over Greenland
US equities rebounded on Wednesday after President Trump ruled out using military force to acquire Greenland, easing a key source of market anxiety.
United States 20-Year Bond Auction climbed from previous 4.798% to 4.846%
United States 20-Year Bond Auction climbed from previous 4.798% to 4.846%
EUR/USD slips after two-day rally, Greenland headlines stir volatility
The Euro (EUR) traded softer on Wednesday after two days of strong gains, with price action reflecting shifting US political headlines and their impact on the US Dollar (USD) and bond yields.
Stocks recover following Trump speech
The relief in markets is palpable today as Donald Trump appears to rule out using force to take Greenland, says Chris Beauchamp, Chief Market Analyst at investing and trading platform IG.
Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD retreats as momentum fades near ATH
Silver price (XAG/USD) retreats on Wednesday after reaching a daily high of $95.56 after US President Donald Trump eased his tone in his Davos speech, saying that he is ready to negotiate Greenland with Denmark.
Showing 3741 to 3760 of 5141 entries
