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Dollar Weakens as Crude Oil Prices Tumble

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Thursday fell by -0.10%. The announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon knocked WTI crude oil prices down by more than -3% on Thursday and lowered inflation expectations, which might persuade the Fed to ease monetary policy, a negative factor for the dollar....

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Dollar Retreats with Weakness in Crude Oil

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.26%. The announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon knocked WTI crude oil prices down more than -3% today and lowered inflation expectations, which might persuade the Fed to ease monetary policy, a negative factor for the dollar. Also, today's...

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Global Market: Japanese bond yields mixed as BOJ rate-hike expectations and inflation concerns shape sentiment

Japanese government bond yields saw mixed trading as investors weighed the Bank of Japan's potential interest rate hike against global inflation worries. Governor Ueda's hawkish remarks fueled expectations of a rate increase in June, signaling a shift towards tighter monetary policy. Meanwhile, rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions kept…

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Dollar Rallies on Strength in Crude and the US Economy

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday rallied to a 1.75-month high, finishing up by 0.31%. The dollar moved higher on Wednesday, supported by a +2% increase in WTI crude oil prices, which lifts inflation expectations and may prompt the Fed to tighten monetary policy, a bullish factor for the...

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Strength in US Economic Reports Boosts the Dollar

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.23%. The dollar is moving higher today and is being supported by a +1% increase in WTI crude oil prices, which lifts inflation expectations and may prompt the Fed to tighten monetary policy, a bullish factor for the dollar. Gains in...

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Dollar Falls as Stocks Rally on Iran Deal Optimism

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Friday fell to a 2-week low and finished down by -0.14%. The improving prospects for a US-Iran peace deal sparked a rally in stocks, reducing liquidity demand for the dollar. Also, Friday’s -1% fall in WTI crude oil to a 5-week low lowers inflation...

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Dollar Inches Higher on US Economic Strength

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up +0.02%. The dollar found some support today after the May MNI Chicago PMI rose more than expected at its strongest pace in 4.25 years. On the negative side for the dollar is the improving prospects for a US-Iran peace deal, which has...

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Global Market: Japan inflation remains below BOJ target as energy costs rise

Tokyo's inflation eased for a sixth month in May, staying under the Bank of Japan's target. Government subsidies helped cushion rising global energy costs. Meanwhile, Japan's factory output rebounded in April, driven by AI-related demand. Policymakers watch these trends closely as they consider future interest rate decisions amid global economic…

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Dollar Recovers on Conflicting US-Iran Peace Plans

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday rose by +0.03%. The dollar recovered from early losses on Wednesday and posted modest gains on conflicting signals about prospects for a US-Iran deal to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian television said it obtained an unofficial draft of...

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Dollar Falls as Crude Oil Retreats

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.11%. The dollar is under pressure today amid a -4% plunge in crude oil prices to a 5-week low, which lowers inflation expectations and may prompt the Fed to ease monetary policy, a negative factor for the dollar. Also, today’s rally...

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Stock Index Futures Climb on AI Optimism and U.S.-Iran Peace Deal Hopes

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are up +0.36%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are up +0.56% this morning as optimism surrounding artificial intelligence and hopes for a U.S.-Iran peace deal boosted sentiment.

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Global Market: BOJ’s Ueda warns oil shocks can trigger lasting inflation if wages and expectations rise

Central banks must consider broader economic factors beyond isolated oil price movements, as temporary energy shocks can fuel persistent inflation if they influence wages and pricing behavior. Governor Ueda highlighted that the impact of oil price surges depends on prevailing inflation expectations and wage growth trends, with lessons drawn from…

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Yen hovers near intervention zone as traders assess Iran war outlook

The yen neared intervention levels against the dollar amid Iran war concerns, while the Australian dollar held near recent highs before key inflation data. The New Zealand dollar stabilized after a dip, with the Reserve Bank expected to hold rates steady. The safe-haven greenback remained steady as U.S. strikes on…

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Dollar Erases Early Gains as US Consumer Sentiment Sinks

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Friday gave up an early advance and finished little changed. The dollar was pressured on Friday after the University of Michigan’s May US consumer sentiment index was revised downward to a record low. Also, Friday’s rally in stocks curbed liquidity demand for the dollar....

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Dollar Gains and Gold Falls on Hawkish Waller

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up +0.15%, just below Thursday's 6-week high. The dollar is supported by hawkish comments from Fed Governor Christopher Waller, who said he supports a Fed rate increase if inflation doesn't soon slow. Gains in the dollar are limited by today's downward revision to...

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Global Market: Japan inflation slows sharply, but energy risks cloud outlook

Japan's core inflation eased to a four-year low in April, driven by government subsidies. However, rising energy costs due to the Iran conflict are expected to push inflation higher, prompting speculation of further monetary tightening by the Bank of Japan.

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Dollar Supported by Middle East Uncertainty

The dollar index (DXY00 ) rallied to a 6-week high on Thursday and finished up by +0.13%. Doubts over a US-Iran peace deal that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz boosted safe-haven demand for the dollar today after Reuters reported that Iran's Supreme Leader said enriched uranium must stay in...

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Dollar Gains as Crude Rallies and Stocks Fall

The dollar index (DXY00 ) rallied to a 6-week high today and is up by +0.31%. Doubts over a US-Iran peace deal that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz are boosting safe-haven demand for the dollar today after Reuters reported that Iran's Supreme Leader said enriched uranium must stay in...

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Dollar Rallies and Gold Falls as T-note Yields Climb

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Tuesday rallied to a 6-week high, finishing up by 0.14%. The dollar moved higher on Tuesday as higher T-note yields are strengthening the dollar’s interest rate differentials. The 10-year T-note yield jumped to a 16-month high on Tuesday of 4.685%. Also, weakness in stocks...

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Dollar Edges Higher and Gold Slumps as T-note Yields Soar

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.17%. The dollar is moving higher today as higher T-note yields are strengthening the dollar's interest rate differentials. The 10-year T-note yield jumped to a 16-month high today of 4.685%. Also, weakness in stocks today is boosting liquidity demand for the...

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Stock Index Futures Slip as Tech Selloff Continues, Iran in Focus

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are down -0.38%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are down -0.65% this morning, pressured by a retreat in technology stocks, while investors await signs of progress toward a peace deal in the Middle East.

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Japan's extra budget to include funding from fresh debt

Japan plans a new budget to counter Middle East war economic impacts. This may mean more government debt, potentially raising interest rates. Long-term bond yields have already hit record highs. The government is considering subsidies for fuel and utility bills. This move could influence the Bank of Japan's interest rate…

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Dollar Rallies as Inflation Risks Push Bond Yields Higher

The dollar index (DXY00 ) rallied to a 2.5-week high on Friday and finished up by +0.47%. The dollar rallied on Friday on concerns that strong US economic news and soaring crude oil prices will prompt the Fed to tighten monetary policy, a bullish factor for the dollar. Friday's economic...

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Dollar Soars and Gold Plunges as Global Bond Yields Climb

The dollar index (DXY00 ) rallied to a 2.5-week high today and is up by +0.39%. The dollar is climbing today on concerns that strong US economic news and soaring crude oil prices will prompt the Fed to tighten monetary policy, a bullish factor for the dollar. Today's economic news...

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S&P Futures Plunge as Inflation Fears Push Bond Yields Higher

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are trending down -0.95% this morning as a jump in oil prices drove Treasury yields higher, abruptly halting the AI-fueled equity rally.

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