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EUR: What to make of the Ukraine mineral agreement? – ING
EUR: What to make of the Ukraine mineral agreement? – ING
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EUR: What to make of the Ukraine mineral agreement? – ING
European currencies remain reasonably supported and are taking the Ukraine mineral agreement as a positive and very possibly some kind of move towards a US security guarantee, ING's FX analyst Chris Turner notes.
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European indices in a better spot to kick start the day
European indices in a better spot to kick start the day
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European indices in a better spot to kick start the day
Stocks recover some poise on the week
Forex Today: US Dollar recovers modestly as markets assess latest headlines on Trump tariff policy
Forex Today: US Dollar recovers modestly as markets assess latest headlines on Trump tariff policy
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Forex Today: US Dollar recovers modestly as markets assess latest headlines on Trump tariff policy
Here is what you need to know on Wednesday, February 26: The US Dollar (USD) holds its ground against its rivals early Wednesday as markets adopt a cautious stance.
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EUR/GBP holds losses near 0.8300 following German Consumer Confidence Survey
EUR/GBP holds losses near 0.8300 following German Consumer Confidence Survey
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EUR/GBP holds losses near 0.8300 following German Consumer Confidence Survey
EUR/GBP posts losses after registering gains in the previous two successive days, trading around 0.8300 during the early European hours on Wednesday.
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France February consumer confidence 93 vs 93 expected
France February consumer confidence 93 vs 93 expected
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France February consumer confidence 93 vs 93 expected
Latest data released by INSEE - 26 February 2025
What are the main events for today?
What are the main events for today?
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What are the main events for today?
Central bank speakers and Trumpspeak are the only highlights
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Crude oil price today: WTI price neutral, according to FXStreet data
Crude oil price today: WTI price neutral, according to FXStreet data
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Crude oil price today: WTI price neutral, according to FXStreet data
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) Oil price is neutral on Wednesday, according to FXStreet data.
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Eurostoxx futures +0.2% in early European trading
Eurostoxx futures +0.2% in early European trading
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Eurostoxx futures +0.2% in early European trading
A slightly better mood after the mixed showing yesterday
USD/CHF strengthens to near 0.8950 despite weak US economic data, tariff worries
USD/CHF strengthens to near 0.8950 despite weak US economic data, tariff worries
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USD/CHF strengthens to near 0.8950 despite weak US economic data, tariff worries
The USD/CHF pair edges higher to near 0.8950, snapping the four-day losing streak on Wednesday during the early European trading hours.
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Germany March GfK consumer confidence -24.7 vs -21.4 expected
Germany March GfK consumer confidence -24.7 vs -21.4 expected
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Germany March GfK consumer confidence -24.7 vs -21.4 expected
Latest data released by GfK - 26 February 2025
USD/CAD climbs toward 1.4350 as the US Dollar strengthens, Oil prices weaken
USD/CAD climbs toward 1.4350 as the US Dollar strengthens, Oil prices weaken
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USD/CAD climbs toward 1.4350 as the US Dollar strengthens, Oil prices weaken
USD/CAD continues its upward momentum for the fourth straight session, trading around 1.4330 during Asian hours on Wednesday.
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EUR/JPY gathers strength to near 157.00 as Germany considers to boost defence spending
EUR/JPY gathers strength to near 157.00 as Germany considers to boost defence spending
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EUR/JPY gathers strength to near 157.00 as Germany considers to boost defence spending
The EUR/JPY cross gathers strength to near 156.95 during the early European trading hours on Wednesday.
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The technical lines in the sand have shifted in gold
The technical lines in the sand have shifted in gold
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The technical lines in the sand have shifted in gold
Gold is back above $2,900 but the technicals suggest the drop yesterday might have more to it
FX option expiries for Feb 26 NY cut
FX option expiries for Feb 26 NY cut
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FX option expiries for Feb 26 NY cut
FX option expiries for Feb 26 NY cut at 10:00 Eastern Time via DTCC can be found below.
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US Dollar Price Forecast: Remains capped below the 100-period EMA near 106.50
US Dollar Price Forecast: Remains capped below the 100-period EMA near 106.50
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US Dollar Price Forecast: Remains capped below the 100-period EMA near 106.50
The US Dollar Index (DXY) rebounds to around 106.50 during the early European session on Wednesday.
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Japan December final leading indicator index 108.3 vs 107.8 prior
Japan December final leading indicator index 108.3 vs 107.8 prior
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Japan December final leading indicator index 108.3 vs 107.8 prior
Latest data released by the Japan Cabinet Office - 26 February 2025
EUR/USD depreciates to near 1.0500 as US Dollar strengthens, supported by rising yields
EUR/USD depreciates to near 1.0500 as US Dollar strengthens, supported by rising yields
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EUR/USD depreciates to near 1.0500 as US Dollar strengthens, supported by rising yields
EUR/USD retraces its recent gains registered in the previous session, trading around 1.0500 during the Asian hours on Wednesday.
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India Gold price today: Gold steadies, according to FXStreet data
India Gold price today: Gold steadies, according to FXStreet data
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India Gold price today: Gold steadies, according to FXStreet data
Gold prices remained broadly unchanged in India on Wednesday, according to data compiled by FXStreet.
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Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD keeps the bullish vibe above $31.50
Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD keeps the bullish vibe above $31.50
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Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD keeps the bullish vibe above $31.50
Silver price (XAG/USD) attracts some buyers to around $31.75, snapping the three-day losing streak during the Asian trading hours on Wednesday.
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GBP/USD Price Forecast: Tests 1.2650 support near nine-day EMA
GBP/USD Price Forecast: Tests 1.2650 support near nine-day EMA
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GBP/USD Price Forecast: Tests 1.2650 support near nine-day EMA
The GBP/USD pair gives up part of its recent gains from the prior session, hovering around 1.2650 during Wednesday’s Asian session.
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ForexLive Asia-Pacific FX news wrap: Australian monthly CPI not enough for another RBA cut
ForexLive Asia-Pacific FX news wrap: Australian monthly CPI not enough for another RBA cut
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ForexLive Asia-Pacific FX news wrap: Australian monthly CPI not enough for another RBA cut
Forex news for Asian trading on Wednesday, February 26, 2025
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AUD/JPY steadies around 96.50, focus shifts to potential US tariff updates on China
AUD/JPY steadies around 96.50, focus shifts to potential US tariff updates on China
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AUD/JPY steadies around 96.50, focus shifts to potential US tariff updates on China
AUD/JPY maintains its position after registering losses in the previous session, trading around 96.50 during the Asian hours on Wednesday.
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USD/JPY recovers above 149.00 on modest US Dollar strength
USD/JPY recovers above 149.00 on modest US Dollar strength
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USD/JPY recovers above 149.00 on modest US Dollar strength
The USD/JPY pair rebounds to near 149.30 during the Asian trading hours on Wednesday.
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NZD/USD remains subdued near 0.5700, awaits possible news on US tariffs against China
NZD/USD remains subdued near 0.5700, awaits possible news on US tariffs against China
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NZD/USD remains subdued near 0.5700, awaits possible news on US tariffs against China
NZD/USD continues its losing streak for the fourth successive session, trading around 0.5720 during the Asian hours on Wednesday.
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China’s Vice Commerce Minister meets with US business leaders to discuss tariffs
China’s Vice Commerce Minister meets with US business leaders to discuss tariffs
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China’s Vice Commerce Minister meets with US business leaders to discuss tariffs
China's Commerce Ministry said on Wednesday that the country’s International Trade Representative and Vice Minister of Commerce, Wang Shouwe, has met with US business leaders.
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Gold price trades with mild gain amid trade war concerns
Gold price trades with mild gain amid trade war concerns
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Gold price trades with mild gain amid trade war concerns
The Gold price (XAU/USD) recovers some lost ground after reaching a one-week low in the previous session.
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Australian Dollar holds losses as US Dollar appreciates amid increased risk aversion
Australian Dollar holds losses as US Dollar appreciates amid increased risk aversion
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Australian Dollar holds losses as US Dollar appreciates amid increased risk aversion
The Australian Dollar (AUD) remains subdued against the US Dollar (USD) for the fourth consecutive day on Wednesday.
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PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 7.1732 vs. 7.1726 previous
PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 7.1732 vs. 7.1726 previous
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PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 7.1732 vs. 7.1726 previous
The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) set the USD/CNY central rate for the trading session ahead on Wednesday at 7.1732 as compared to the previous day's fix of 7.1726.
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Copper - Chile restoring electricity supply
Copper - Chile restoring electricity supply
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Copper - Chile restoring electricity supply
Power expected in full by morning local time
Australia’s monthly CPI inflation steadies at 2.5% YoY in January vs. 2.6% expected
Australia’s monthly CPI inflation steadies at 2.5% YoY in January vs. 2.6% expected
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Australia’s monthly CPI inflation steadies at 2.5% YoY in January vs. 2.6% expected
Australia’s monthly Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose by 2.5% in the year to January, compared to a 2.5% increase seen in December, according to the data published by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) on Wednesday.
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Australian monthly CPI (January 2025) 2.5% y/y (vs. 2.6% expected)
Australian monthly CPI (January 2025) 2.5% y/y (vs. 2.6% expected)
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Australian monthly CPI (January 2025) 2.5% y/y (vs. 2.6% expected)
The monthly CPI data from Australia does not show all components of the CPI, that'll have to wait for the quarterly data release.
WTI falls below $70.00 amid worries about US economy, Trump tariffs
WTI falls below $70.00 amid worries about US economy, Trump tariffs
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WTI falls below $70.00 amid worries about US economy, Trump tariffs
West Texas Intermediate (WTI), the US crude oil benchmark, is trading around $69.00 during the early Asian session on Wednesday.
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ICYMI - Chile's nationwide power outage - has impacted copper operations
ICYMI - Chile's nationwide power outage - has impacted copper operations
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ICYMI - Chile's nationwide power outage - has impacted copper operations
A major power outage plunged Santiago and much of Chile into darkness,
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