EUR/USD, H4 20 March 2024 The EUR/USD pair has recovered from its lowest point in March, ahead of the critical Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) interest rate decision. A hawkish stance from the Fed could place additional downward pressure on the pair. Nonetheless, the pair has been supported by encouraging data from the ZEW Economic Sentiment Index, which...
GBP/USD, H4 20 March 2024 The GBP/USD pair experienced a slight recovery from yesterday's lows but continued to exhibit weakness against the dollar. The market's hawkish expectations reinforced the dollar's strength, particularly in response to last week's robust U.S. Producer Price Index (PPI) reading. Investor focus now turns to the U.K.'s Consumer Price Index...
💵 DOLLAR_INDX, H4 💵 20 March 2024 Following the yen's selloff, investors sought refuge in the safe-haven dollar, resulting in positive gains. With a flurry of central bank decisions dominating currency markets, particularly the Federal Reserve's upcoming announcement, market focus remains keenly on potential interest rate adjustments and monetary policy...
🔖XAU/USD, H4🔖 20 March 2024 Better-than-expected inflation data from the US prompted expectations of a hawkish tone from the Federal Reserve during its interest rate decision. Consequently, US Treasury yields climbed alongside the dollar, triggering a selloff in non-yielding assets like gold. Despite this, gold may consolidate within a range ahead of key events,...
🛢 CL OIL, H4 🛢 18 March 2024 Oil prices saw a slight retreat primarily attributed to technical correction. However, the long-term outlook for the oil market remains positive as the International Energy Agency (IEA) and OPEC revised their 2024 oil demand forecasts upwards for the fourth time. Economic growth surpassing expectations is anticipated to bolster oil...
AUD/USD, H4 18 March 2024 The AUD/USD pair faced significant pressure from the robust U.S. dollar and witnessed a sharp decline in the previous session. However, the pair managed to find support ahead of the upcoming RBA interest rate decision scheduled for tomorrow (March 19th). With inflation in Australia remaining elevated, the market anticipates that the RBA...
USD/JPY, H4 18 March 2024 The Japanese yen experienced significant selling pressure as investors offloaded positions ahead of high volatility events. Despite the sell-off, bullish prospects remain for the Japanese yen, driven by speculation of potential monetary shifts from the Bank of Japan. Tuesday's BOJ meeting is poised to be consequential, with officials...
EUR/USD, H4 18 March 2024 The EUR/USD pair experienced a significant decline in the recent session and is currently hovering above the 1.0866 level. Market attention is focused on the Eurozone's CPI reading, which is scheduled for later today. Projections suggest that the CPI reading may come in lower than the previous figure, signalling a potential easing in...
GBP/USD, H4 18 March 2024 The GBP/USD pair faced pressure from the strengthening dollar following the release of higher-than-expected PPI figures last week. Expectations are for the pair to experience notable fluctuations this week, with several significant events on the calendar likely to influence its direction. The upcoming FOMC interest rate decision on...
🔖XAU/USD, H4🔖 18 March 2024 Gold prices declined as the US Dollar appreciated and US Treasury yields rose, dampening demand for non-yielding assets like gold. Better-than-expected economic data from the US signalled expectations of more hawkish policies from the Federal Reserve, further weighing on gold demand. Investors are closely monitoring monetary policy...
💵 DOLLAR_INDX, H4 💵 18 March 2024 The Dollar index strengthened against major currencies in anticipation of the Federal Open Market Committee's (FOMC) monetary policy decisions. Last week's higher-than-expected US producer and consumer price indexes raised hopes for a hawkish stance from the Federal Reserve. All eyes are on the Fed meeting for clues on the...
AUDUSD H4 15 March 2024 The AUD/USD pair experienced losses, breaking below crucial support levels as a sharp resurgence in demand for the US Dollar prevailed. Firm inflation data and positive labor market figures contributed to the Dollar's recovery, alongside ongoing speculation regarding the Fed's expected rate adjustments. Further catalysts for the Australian...
EUR/USD, H4 15 March 2024 The EUR/USD pair sustained bearish momentum driven by US Dollar appreciation following stronger-than-expected inflation data. Diminished expectations for Fed interest rate cuts in the short term contrasted with upcoming ECB policy maker comments on monetary policy prospects in Europe. Investors monitored monetary statements for further...
GBPUSD H4 15 March 2024 Lack of market catalysts from the UK region coupled with US Dollar appreciation prompted a bearish momentum for the GBP/USD pair. Strong US inflation data and high PPI figures dimmed expectations for Fed easing policies, contrasting with the UK's economic rebound from recession, which pushed back expectations for a Bank of England rate...
🔖XAU/USD, H4🔖 15 March 2024 Gold prices extended losses and consolidated around after reaching record highs. Investors opted for profit-taking strategies while awaiting further catalysts before re-entering the market. Improved inflation data raised expectations for the Federal Reserve to delay rate cut policies, potentiallyn impacting non-yielding commodities...
💵 DOLLAR_INDX, H4 💵 15 March 2024 The Dollar Index, tracking the greenback against a basket of major currencies, rebounded on the heels of better-than-expected inflation figures. The robust data prompted heightened expectations of rising interest rates, leading to a resurgence in US Treasury yields. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Producer...
🛢 CL OIL, H4 🛢 14 March 2024 Crude oil prices climbed higher following better-than-expected inventory reports, with US Crude oil inventories declining more than anticipated according to Energy Information Administration (EIA) data. Investors await the International Energy Agency's monthly report for further insights into supply and demand dynamics, following...
AUD/USD, H4 14 March 2024 AUD/USD edged higher as markets anticipated a potential Federal Reserve interest rate cut in June, despite sticky inflation data. Contrastingly, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) hints at potential rate hikes amidst elevated inflammation levels, signalling divergent monetary policies between the two central banks. AUD/USD is trading...