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Rupee slips on week as Iran flare-up spurs caution, merchant hedging

The Indian rupee ended nearly unchanged on Friday, but the week closed on a weaker note. Investor caution grew amid renewed hostilities in the Middle East, impacting oil-affiliated currencies. Meanwhile, global stock markets thrived, propelled by AI innovation and SK Hynix's entry in the US. The Japanese yen gained momentum…

The Economic Times · Jul 10

Dollar stands tall as Gulf tensions fuel oil price surge, Fed hike bets

The U.S. dollar held firm against major currencies on Thursday. Renewed Gulf tensions revived safe-haven bids, boosting the dollar's strength. Surging oil prices also fueled rate hike bets, keeping the yen under pressure. The Japanese yen struggled near a 40-year trough against the dollar. U.S. Treasury yields rose as markets…

The Economic Times · Jul 9

Dollar set for biggest weekly drop since April after jobs data lowers Fed hike bets

The US dollar is experiencing its biggest weekly loss in 12 weeks, driven by weaker-than-expected US jobs data that has dampened expectations for an imminent Federal Reserve rate hike. This has provided a significant boost to the Japanese yen, which has recovered from historic lows, though market participants remain wary…

The Economic Times · Jul 4

Dollar hits one-year high on Fed hike bets; yen nears 40-year low

The US dollar surged to a year-high on Tuesday, driven by expectations of a more aggressive Federal Reserve and ongoing Middle East uncertainty. Traders are anticipating rate hikes, with major banks revising their forecasts. Meanwhile, the Japanese yen teetered near a four-decade low, prompting speculation about potential intervention by Japanese…

The Economic Times · Jun 23

Dollar firms on hawkish Fed bets, oil rebound; yen near 40-year low

The US dollar strengthened Tuesday, driven by expectations of a more aggressive Federal Reserve and a rebound in oil prices. Elevated US Treasury yields are also bolstering the greenback. Meanwhile, the Japanese yen is nearing a four-decade low, prompting concerns and discussions about potential intervention. Other major currencies like the…

The Economic Times · Jun 23

Dollar firms as cracks emerge in peace deal, pound dips on Starmer uncertainty

Global markets faced jitters as U.S.-Iran tensions escalated, impacting oil prices and the Strait of Hormuz. Despite peace talks, threats from President Trump and Tehran's actions cast a shadow. Meanwhile, the British pound weakened amid political uncertainty, and the Japanese yen neared a two-year low, with authorities watching currency movements…

The Economic Times · Jun 22

Japan to raise visa fees for foreign nationals for first time in nearly 50 years

The new fees will apply to applications submitted on or after 1 July

The Independent UK · Jun 20

Dollar clings to two-month peak as Fed rate-hike bets mount, yen slides

The U.S. dollar reached a two-month high as markets anticipated Federal Reserve rate hikes, pressuring the Japanese yen towards intervention levels. Mounting inflation concerns led nearly half of Fed policymakers to expect a hike this year, with strong retail sales further bolstering hawkish sentiment. Fresh Gulf uncertainties also supported the…

The Economic Times · Jun 18

Bank of Japan raises its key interest rate to a three-decade high of 1%, citing inflation

The Bank of Japan has raised its benchmark interest rate to 1%, citing challenges stemming from a weak Japanese yen and higher prices

AAP · Jun 16

Yen hits key 160 level for third session, dollar buoyed by Gulf woes

The Japanese yen is nearing a critical 160 per dollar level, prompting warnings of decisive action from Tokyo. Meanwhile, the U.S. dollar is strengthening due to safe-haven demand amid escalating Gulf tensions. Markets await U.S. jobs data, with the yen facing its fourth weekly decline despite signs of rising real…

The Economic Times · Jun 5