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Strait of Hormuz Risk Ahead of Major FX Data Releases
The Strait of Hormuz returns to focus as traders prepare for key economic data from Canada, Australia, and the US this week.
Week Starts with Cautious Optimism Amid US-Iran Peace Talks Uncertainty
The new trading week opened on a surprisingly positive note despite ongoing uncertainty over US-Iran peace talks, which were postponed on Friday following renewed Israeli attacks.
GBP/USD Slides to 1.3220 on UK Political Uncertainty
The British pound fell 0.1% against the US dollar to near 1.3220 during early European trading, under pressure from UK political uncertainty.
EUR/USD Seen Consolidating Before Further Decline: UOB
UOB analysts note that EUR/USD remains under pressure after a brief dip to 1.1416, with consolidation expected before a potential slide against the US dollar.
Silver advances to $66.35 on US-Iran peace deal hopes
Silver (XAG/USD) rose to around $66.35 during early European trade on Monday, supported by progress in US-Iran peace talks that eased Middle East tensions.
Indonesian Rupiah Declines as MSCI Warning Sparks Capital Outflows
The Indonesian Rupiah weakened against the US Dollar after an MSCI warning prompted capital outflows, with USD/IDR rebounding to around 17,870 during Asian hours.
AUD/USD Weakens Near 0.7000 on Middle East Uncertainty
The Australian Dollar edged lower to around 0.7005 on Monday as risk-off sentiment weighed, with traders monitoring US-Iran peace deal developments.
EUR/USD Finds Relief But Gains May Be Narrow
EUR/USD has staged a minor recovery after settling below 1.1500 and both the 100- and 200-period SMAs on the 4-hour chart. A low was formed at 1.1471, but upside appears limited.
Euro Vulnerable to 1.1300 if 1.1400 Support Breaks
The dollar index continues to rise, targeting 101-101.50, while the euro risks a drop to 1.1300 if support at 1.1400 fails. EURINR must hold above 108 to avoid falling to 107.50-107, and EURJPY is expected to trade within the 183-186 range.
Canadian Dollar Hits 14-Month Low as USD/CAD Reaches 1.4190
USD/CAD extended its gains for a fifth straight day, trading around 1.4190 during Asian hours Monday and hitting a 14-month high. The pair was supported by safe-haven demand for the US dollar amid renewed US-Iran tensions and lower oil prices.
Japanese Yen Near Two-Year Low as USD/JPY Climbs Above Mid-161.00s
The Japanese Yen remains near a two-year low against the US Dollar, with the USD/JPY pair attracting fresh buyers and rising back above the mid-161.00s during Asian trading on Monday.
EUR/JPY Extends Gains, Tests Nine-Day EMA Above 185.00
EUR/JPY continues its upward trend for the third consecutive day, trading near 185.20 during Asian hours. The pair shows a mild bullish bias, holding above the 50-day EMA but facing resistance at the nine-day EMA.
US Dollar Index Holds Gains Near 100.00 on US-Iran Tensions
The US Dollar Index (DXY) recovers recent losses and trades around 100.80 during Asian hours, supported by renewed geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran.
GBP/USD Fills Weekly Bearish Gap, Upside Capped by UK Political Chaos
The GBP/USD pair recovered to 1.3235 in Asian trading, filling the weekly bearish gap as the US dollar weakened, but gains are limited by ongoing UK political instability.
NZD/USD Falls Below 0.5750 on PBOC Rate Hold, Iran Talks
The NZD/USD pair trades in negative territory around 0.5735 during early Asian session Monday, pressured by PBOC's rate decision and geopolitical factors.
Australian Dollar Holds Gains Against Yen After PBoC Decision
AUD/JPY traded around 113.30 on Monday, holding gains after the People's Bank of China's latest rate decision supported the Australian Dollar.
AUD/USD Extends Range Near 0.7000, Bearish Bias Remains
The AUD/USD pair continues its sideways consolidation for a third day, trading just above the 0.7000 mark during the Asian session with a persistent bearish bias.
PBOC Fixes USD/CNY at 6.8150, Weaker than Prior 6.8130
The People's Bank of China set the USD/CNY central parity rate at 6.8150 for Monday, slightly weaker than the previous fix of 6.8130 from last Thursday.
BoJ's Himino warns delaying monetary easing adjustment risks inflation overshoot
BoJ Deputy Governor Himino said delaying adjustment in monetary easing could trigger a significant inflation overshoot, noting that oil price pass-through to downstream goods is advancing.
Silver Rebounds to $66.00 as US-Iran Talks Optimism Fades
Silver (XAG/USD) breaks its three-day losing streak, trading around $65.90 per ounce during Asian hours, supported by fading optimism over US-Iran nuclear talks.
PBOC holds Loan Prime Rates steady in June; 1Y at 3.0%, 5Y at 3.5%
The People's Bank of China kept its one-year and five-year Loan Prime Rates unchanged at 3.00% and 3.50% respectively, a decision that may influence the Australian Dollar.
Canadian Dollar Near April 2025 Lows as USD Gains on Iran Uncertainty
USD/CAD trades near 1.4170-1.4175, close to its highest level since April 2025, as the US dollar strengthens amid geopolitical uncertainty surrounding Iran.
Euro Falls to Near 1.1450 on US-Iran Deal Worries, Rate Expectations
EUR/USD slipped to around 1.1460 in early Asian trading as concerns over US-Iran peace talks and expectations of higher US interest rates boosted the safe-haven dollar.
Japan’s Katayama Says Ready to Respond to FX Moves as Needed
Japan’s Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama stated on Monday that officials are prepared to take appropriate action on currency fluctuations whenever necessary. She declined to comment on specific exchange rate levels.