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Dollar Recovers as T-note Yields Rise

The dollar index (DXY00 ) recovered from a 1-week low on Friday and finished up by +0.07%. The fragile and uncertain situation in the Middle East is supporting safe-haven demand for the dollar today after Iran vowed to respond to the US attacks this week on Iran’s rail and maritime...

Barchart · Jul 10

Dollar Slightly Higher on US-Iran Risks

The dollar index (DXY00 ) recovered from a 1-week low today and is up +0.03%. The fragile and uncertain situation in the Middle East is supporting safe-haven demand for the dollar today after Iran vowed to respond to the US attacks this week on Iran’s rail and maritime infrastructure. The...

Barchart · Jul 10

Japan's wholesale inflation spikes as fuel costs, weak yen bite

Japan's wholesale inflation surged at its fastest pace in over three years. This acceleration was driven by rising fuel and metal prices, and a weak yen. The Bank of Japan warned of potential higher consumer inflation later this year. Government officials assured markets that monetary policy decisions remain with the…

The Economic Times · Jul 10

Global Market: Bank of Japan keeps regional economic view unchanged as Middle East risks ease

The Bank of Japan kept its economic assessment unchanged for all nine regions, indicating confidence in the country's recovery despite global uncertainties. The central bank said businesses are increasingly passing on higher costs to consumers, reinforcing expectations that inflation is becoming more sustainable.

The Economic Times · Jul 9

Global Market: Japanese fund managers bet big on yen bonds as BOJ policy shift lifts yields

Japanese asset managers are launching new bond funds as interest rates rise. This trend revives investor appetite for yen-denominated debt after decades. Firms like Mizuho and Nomura are expanding offerings to meet demand. Global investors are reassessing Japan's bond market opportunities.

The Economic Times · Jul 8

Global Market: Japanese bond yields climb to multi-decade highs amid inflation and fiscal concerns

Japanese government bond yields surged to multi-decade highs as investors grew concerned over persistent inflation, rising government spending and uncertainty over the future path of Bank of Japan monetary policy. The benchmark 20-year JGB yield climbed to its highest level since 1996, reflecting growing worries about Japan’s fiscal outlook and…

The Economic Times · Jul 8

Dollar Edges Up on Weak Stocks and Crude Oil Strength

The dollar index (DXY00 ) rose by +0.24% on Tuesday. The dollar rose on Tuesday amid weakness in stocks, boosting liquidity demand for the currency. Also, higher crude oil prices on Tuesday pushed up inflation expectations and could persuade the Fed to keep monetary policy tight, a supportive factor for...

Barchart · Jul 7

Dollar Firms on Stock Weakness and Hawkish Williams

The dollar index (DXY00 ) is up by +0.13% today. The dollar is moving higher today amid weakness in stocks, which is boosting liquidity demand for the currency. Also, hawkish comments today from New York Fed President John Williams boosted the dollar, as he said inflation is still quite high....

Barchart · Jul 7

Global Market: Japan reassures markets over BOJ independence, fiscal reforms

Japan sought to reassure financial markets that it remains committed to fiscal discipline after concerns over its latest economic policy blueprint pushed government bond yields to multi-decade highs. The government denied it was pressuring the Bank of Japan to keep interest rates low and reiterated support for central bank independence.

The Economic Times · Jul 7

Stocks Set to Open Higher on Tech Boost, Fed Minutes Awaited

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU26) are up +0.48%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are up +1.10% this morning, pointing to a higher open on Wall Street after the long weekend.

Barchart · Jul 6