Aussie Dips on RBA’s Dovish Tilt, But Risk Sentiment Provides Cushion

Yen weakness remains the dominant theme in an otherwise range-bound forex market today. While all other major pairs and crosses are contained within yesterday’s trading range, the Japanese currency continues to lose ground as traders react to BoJ’s dovish tone. Governor Kazuo Ueda attempted to soften the impact of the downgraded growth outlook and emphasized […]

Euro’s brief post-election rally faded quickly, as investors welcomed CDU/CSU’s victory but remained cautious due to lingering uncertainties around coalition formation and fiscal policy. While a relatively centrist government comprising CDU and the Social Democrats would provide stability, challenges surrounding the “debt brake” reform and defense spending continue to cloud the outlook. A coalition with […]

The forex markets turned quieter in Asian session today with minimal movements. Dollar is consolidating this week’s strong gain but there is no sign of extended pullback for now. There is still prospect for more upside before weekly close, and U of Michigan consumer sentiment and inflation expectation would be a trigger for another round […]