[MARKET UPDATE] USD/JPY gradually dips under 158.00 (vs high 158.21), with some participants on intervention watch around these levels. Note: Japan is also on holiday, thus volumes from the region likely lower
The recent dip in USD/JPY below 158.00 suggests growing caution among market participants, particularly with intervention discussions becoming a focal point at these levels.
PBoC is expected to set USD/CNY mid-point at 6.9849 (prev. 7.0128)
US President Trump says the military is considering very strong options on Iran
[MARKET UPDATE] USD/JPY gradually dips under 158.00 (vs high 158.21), with some participants on intervention watch around these levels. Note: Japan is also on holiday, thus volumes from the region likely lower
[MARKET UPDATE] Spot XAU breaks to a new ATH, currently at USD 4554/oz, amid tensions in Iran and recent US data
Federal prosecutors have opened up a criminal investigation into Fed Chair Powell over the central bank’s renovation of its Washington headquarters and whether Powell lied to Congress about the scope of the project, NYT reports citing officials
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Given that Japan is on holiday and trading volumes are reduced, this may amplify price movements, making it crucial to monitor any official responses if the yen continues to weaken.
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