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PBOC Fixes USD/CNY Central Rate at 6.8088, Slightly Weaker Dollar
The People's Bank of China set the USD/CNY reference rate at 6.8088 on Monday, marginally lower than the previous fix of 6.8109, indicating a slight strengthening of the yuan.
British Pound Rises as US-Iran Peace Deal Boosts Sentiment
GBP/USD gained ground on Tuesday, trading around 1.3450 in Asian hours, as improved market sentiment on a US-Iran peace deal lifted the pound.
WTI Crude Falls to Two-Month Low Near $79.40 on US-Iran Peace Deal
West Texas Intermediate crude dropped to a two-month low around $79.40 during early Asian trading on Monday, following reports of a US-Iran peace deal ending a nearly four-month conflict.
UK PM Starmer Demands Restoration of Freedom of Navigation in Hormuz Strait
British Prime Minister Starmer has called for restoring free navigation in the Hormuz Strait, backed technical talks after a US-Iran agreement, and reiterated that Iran must never acquire a nuclear weapon.
Trump Says Strait of Hormuz Will Be 'Permanently Toll Free' Under Iran Deal
President Donald Trump stated that his agreement with Iran would ensure the Strait of Hormuz remains 'permanently toll free,' according to a New York Times report.
Iran Peace Deal Announced on X by Multiple Parties
Pakistan, US leaders, Iranian media, and Qatar have confirmed an Iran peace deal, announced via X (formerly Twitter), highlighting the platform's role in global diplomacy.
Trump Declares Iran Deal Complete, Strait of Hormuz to Reopen
President Trump announced the completion of a deal with Iran, authorizing the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and lifting the US naval blockade. Formal signing is scheduled for June 19 in Switzerland.
E4 Offers Sanctions Relief for Verified Iranian Nuclear Compliance
The E4 group stated it is prepared to lift relevant sanctions if Iran takes clear and verifiable nuclear steps, while calling for the urgent reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and pledging cooperation with the US, Iran, and the IAEA.
Iran Draft Proposes End to War, Release of $24B in Blocked Funds, Nuclear Talks
According to Iran's Mehr news, a draft agreement calls for an immediate and permanent end to war on all fronts, release of $24 billion in blocked Iranian funds, and 60 days of nuclear talks leading to full sanctions relief.
Iran and US Draft MoU Includes Lifting Naval Blockade, Reopening Strait of Hormuz
According to Iran's Mehr news agency, a 14-article draft memorandum between Iran and the US proposes lifting the naval blockade and reopening the Strait of Hormuz within 30 days, along with suspending sanctions on Iranian oil and petrochemical sales.
US and Iran Agree on Peace Deal to End War, Reopen Strait of Hormuz
Pakistan's Prime Minister announced that the US and Iran have agreed to a ceasefire ending nearly four months of conflict, including operations in Lebanon, and will reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
US-Iran Peace Deal Terms Include 60-Day Ceasefire, Hormuz Reopening
Leaked terms of a potential US-Iran peace deal outline a 60-day ceasefire, reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and a commitment to discuss sanctions relief and frozen funds.
Weekly Column: Iran Peace Talks, Asset Rallies, SpaceX's Trillion-Dollar Dawn
A weekly column from an FX channel discusses potential Iran peace talks, broader asset rallies, and SpaceX's lofty valuation, framed by a recent Venus-Jupiter conjunction.
US stock futures jump after Pakistan announces US-Iran peace deal
Pakistan says a peace deal between the US and Iran will be signed on June 19, sparking a rally in US stock futures and a sharp drop in oil prices.
Gold Volume Reversal at Lows, $4,242 Key Trigger Ahead of FOMC Week
Gold shows a volume reversal at its lows, with a breakout trigger at $4,242 as FOMC week begins. May CPI came in at 4.2% year-on-year, the highest since April 2023, up from 3.8% in April — a seemingly bearish headline for gold, but the details may shift the outlook.
Iran Cancels Planned Attack on Israel After Trump Concessions, Report Says
Iran reportedly called off a retaliatory strike against Israel after President Trump offered last-minute concessions, including preserving Lebanon's territorial integrity and an Israeli withdrawal from the border, according to Fars News.
Markets Shift Focus from Fed Rate Cuts to Inflation Shock
According to market analysis, the dominant trading theme has pivoted from expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts to concerns over an inflation shock, following a period of easing and shifting economic data.
USD/JPY Hits 160: What the Yen's Slide Means
The USD/JPY pair has reached the 160 level, a threshold that historically triggers official warnings and accelerates intervention decisions, forcing carry traders to reassess positions.
Trump Declares Iran Deal Complete, Orders Opening of Strait of Hormuz
Former President Trump announced on Truth Social that the Iran deal is complete, authorizing the toll-free opening of the Strait of Hormuz and the removal of the US naval blockade, urging global tankers to begin shipping oil.
Trump Says Iran Deal Complete, Authorizes Strait of Hormuz Opening
President Trump announced that the deal with Iran is 'now complete' and authorized the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, stating 'let the oil flow.'
Trump Attacks Senator Reed Over Iran Deal Comparison
Former President Donald Trump lashed out at Senator Jack Reed for likening his Iran policy to the JCPOA, calling Reed "fraud or incompetent" and insisting his own deal blocks an Iranian nuclear weapon.
Pakistan Announces US-Iran Peace Deal Reached; Signing Set for June 19
Pakistan's Prime Minister released an official statement announcing that a peace deal between the United States and Iran has been reached, with immediate termination of military operations and a signing ceremony scheduled for June 19 in Switzerland.
Pakistan PM Announces US-Iran Deal Signing Ceremony on June 19 in Switzerland
Pakistan's Prime Minister Sharif announced that a formal signing ceremony for a US-Iran deal is scheduled for Friday, June 19 in Switzerland, with mediators facilitating preliminary meetings this week.
Pakistan PM Announces US-Iran Peace Deal, Signing Set for June 19
Pakistan's Prime Minister stated that the US and Iran have reached a formal peace agreement, with the signing ceremony scheduled for June 19 in Switzerland. He confirmed that both sides have declared an immediate and permanent halt to all military operations, including in Lebanon.