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US-Iran tensions underpin dollar as yen nears 40-year low

The dollar stabilized on Thursday as U.S.-Iran tensions increased investor caution. Rising oil prices fueled inflation fears and supported the safe-haven dollar. The Japanese yen languished near a forty-year low with little recovery in sight. European Central Bank is expected to hold rates steady but may hike later. Australian and…

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Dollar steady before US inflation data, yen under pressure

The dollar remained steady as traders awaited United States inflation data. Middle East tensions caused oil prices to increase significantly on Monday. The Japanese yen held a soft tone due to intervention concerns and policy comments. Federal Reserve officials indicated potential rate hikes if inflation persists above target. Investors are…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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Dollar heads for weekly drop as jobs data dims Fed hike bets

The US dollar experienced its sharpest weekly decline in almost three months, driven by a weaker-than-expected June jobs report. This eased market expectations for immediate Federal Reserve rate hikes, offering a much-needed reprieve for the Japanese yen. Other major currencies like the euro and sterling also saw gains against the…

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Dollar steady as focus turns to US payrolls, yen intervention jitters persist

Markets are keenly awaiting crucial U.S. non-farm payrolls data on Thursday, with the dollar holding steady. Meanwhile, the Japanese yen's sharp decline to a 40-year low against the dollar has traders on edge, anticipating potential intervention from Japanese authorities, especially with a U.S. holiday approaching. Stronger-than-expected U.S. jobs figures could…

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Japanese yen sinks to 40-year low against the US dollar as intervention looms

The Japanese yen has dropped to its lowest level against the US dollar in four decades, putting markets on alert for urgent action by Tokyo to halt a slide that record intervention and higher interest rates have so far failed to stop.

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Dollar hits 13-month high as rate-hike bets, stock rout boost demand

The US dollar has hit a 13-month peak, fueled by a selloff in tech stocks and growing expectations for interest rate hikes from the Federal Reserve. Investors are flocking to safe-haven assets as global stock markets falter. The dollar index has reached its highest level since May 2025, while the…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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

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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…

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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

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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…

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IRFC to raise ECB loan worth $2 billion to finance large infra projects

Indian Railway Finance Corporation is set to raise USD 2 billion through external commercial borrowing. This funding will primarily be in Japanese yen to support business growth in the current financial year. The company has already secured a loan agreement for USD 1.1 billion.

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Dollar at six-week high on rate-hike bets, Iran war uncertainty

The US dollar remains strong near a six-week peak, driven by inflation fears and the potential for higher interest rates due to the Iran war. This surge is pushing the Japanese yen towards intervention levels. Global bond markets are experiencing a sell-off, with US Treasury yields hitting multi-year highs.

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Dollar firms as US-Iran hostilities flare, yen steadied by intervention risk

Global markets saw the dollar strengthen on Friday due to renewed US-Iran hostilities. Oil prices surged, increasing risk aversion. The Japanese yen remained stable as Tokyo issued verbal warnings against sharp declines. Investors are now focused on the upcoming US non-farm payrolls report. Sterling faced its first weekly loss since…

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Dollar and Precious Metals Slump on Hawkish Central Banks

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Thursday fell by -0.75%. The dollar was under pressure Thursday after the British pound, the euro, and the Japanese yen all rallied following hawkish comments from the BOE, ECB, and BOJ on the inflationary effects of soaring energy prices from the war in Iran....

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Dollar Falls and Gold Plunges on Hawkish Global Central Banks

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.45%. The dollar is under pressure today after the British pound, the euro, and Japanese yen rallied when the BOE, ECB, and BOJ made hawkish comments about the inflationary aspects of soaring energy prices from the war in Iran. Losses in...

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The Bullish Price Surprise That Will Really Surprise You But Shouldn’t

Japan’s Orix Corp. had the seventh-highest bullish price surprise on Monday. Its shares gained over 5% on the day after strong Q3 2026 results beat Wall Street’s expectations. While Orix might fly under the radar, it shouldn’t. Here’s why.