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Canadian Dollar dips vs USD; Oil strength to limit losses and cap USD/CAD
The USD/CAD pair reverses a modest Asian session dip on Tuesday and looks to build on the previous day's modest rebound from sub-1.3600 levels, or the lowest since March 12.
Pound Sterling softens as markets await Fed and BoE rate decisions
The GBP/USD pair trades in negative territory around 1.3525 during the early Asian session on Tuesday. The Pound Sterling (GBP) softens against the US Dollar (USD) as traders prefer to wait on the sidelines ahead of the Federal Reserve (Fed) and the Bank of England (BoE) later this week.
PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 6.8589 vs. 6.8579 previous
The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) sets the USD/CNY central rate for the trading session ahead on Tuesday at 6.8589 compared to the previous day's fix of 6.8579 and 6.8282 Reuters estimate.
Japanese Yen extends the range play against USD; looks to BoJ for fresh impetus
The USD/JPY pair is seen consolidating in a narrow band around mid-159.00s during the Asian session on Tuesday as traders opt to wait for the crucial Bank of Japan (BoJ) before placing fresh directional bets.
Australian Dollar gains on RBA rate hike likelihood
AUD/USD extends its gains for the third consecutive day, trading around 0.7190 during the Asian hours on Monday. The pair holds gains as the Australian Dollar (AUD) receives support, rising expectations of the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) rate hikes.
Japan’s Katayama: Economy rebounding moderately, outlook calls for caution
Japan’s Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said on Tuesday that the economy is rebounding moderately with sustained wage growth momentum, but the outlook calls for caution.
EUR/USD edges higher above 1.1700 as Fed and ECB decisions loom amid US-Iran standoff
The EUR/USD pair trades with mild gains around 1.1725 during the early Asian session on Tuesday. However, the potential upside might be limited as market sentiment remains fragile due to stalled US-Iran peace talks.
United Kingdom BRC Shop Price Index (YoY) came in at 1% below forecasts (1.5%) in April
United Kingdom BRC Shop Price Index (YoY) came in at 1% below forecasts (1.5%) in April
US Treasury Secretary Bessent: Working with Iranian airlines risks sanctions
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned that the United States (US) will place sanctions on anyone conducting business with sanctioned Iranian airlines as commercial flights resume from Tehran, the Wall Street Journal reported on Monday.
Asian FX: Oil shock and AI cushion – Commerzbank
Commerzbank’s Charlie Lay, Dr. Henry Hao and Moses Lim argue that the war in Iran has delivered a stagflationary shock to Asia, pushing inflation forecasts higher while leaving growth risks skewed to the downside.
GBP/USD treads water ahead of Fed and BoE rate double-header
GBP/USD ended Monday largely unchanged from Friday's closing bids close to 1.3535, with the pair drifting in a tight range through the European and US sessions.
Japan Unemployment Rate came in at 2.7%, above expectations (2.6%) in March
Japan Unemployment Rate came in at 2.7%, above expectations (2.6%) in March
Japan Jobs / Applicants Ratio meets expectations (1.18) in March
Japan Jobs / Applicants Ratio meets expectations (1.18) in March
US President Donald Trump discusses new Iran’s Hormuz Strait proposal with top aides
US President Donald Trump and his national security team discussed Iran’s proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the war, Reuters reported on Monday.
Gold tumbles below $4,700, Iran’s Hormuz Strait proposal and Fed rate decision in focus
Gold price (XAU/USD) slumps to near $4,685 during the early Asian session on Tuesday. Markets turn to "wait-and-see" mode ahead of the US Federal Reserve (Fed) interest rate decision and shifting developments in the Middle East conflict.
Singapore: Electronics strength offsets petrochemical drag – UOB
United Overseas Bank’s (UOB) Jester Koh highlights that Singapore’s industrial production rose strongly in March, lifting estimated 1Q26 GDP growth.
NZD/USD holds firm as softer USD and easing yields support the Kiwi
The NZD/USD pair is trading with a firmer tone on Tuesday, hovering near the 0.5910 region as the US Dollar (USD) struggles to extend its recent strength.
CNY: Supported by exports and geopolitics – Commerzbank
Commerzbank’s FX team highlights that CNY is the only Asian currency stronger against the Dollar since late February, helped by robust exports and policy support.
NZD/USD climbs above 0.59 as hot CPI fuels RBNZ hike bets ahead of Fed
NZD/USD posted limited gains of around 0.4% on Monday, settling close to 0.5905 but stalling just below the 0.5925 area that capped last week's recovery.
USD/JPY adrift ahead of BoJ and Fed twin policy week
USD/JPY ended Monday largely unchanged from Friday's closing bids near 159.40, oscillating in a tight 75-pip range between 159.10 and 159.85. The session produced a cluster of small-bodied candles reflecting indecision ahead of Tuesday's Bank of Japan (BoJ) decision.
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