USD/JPY: Stuck in the late 154 yen range, European players might stir EUR/GBP
The USD/JPY market is stuck in the late 154 yen range. Finance Minister Suzuki suggested the possibility of intervention is increasing, saying, “It can be seen that the environment is prepared, and we are in a position to intervene if necessary.” Additionally, BOJ Governor Ueda mentioned, “If there are changes in the economic and price […]
At the start of next week, a calmer trading atmosphere is anticipated, taking into account the Middle Eastern situation and the economic events later in the week.
At the start of next week, a calmer trading atmosphere is anticipated, taking into account the Middle Eastern situation and the economic events later in the week. The markets are breathing a sigh of relief as tensions between Israel and Iran did not escalate over the weekend. Equity markets in Asia and U.S. stock futures […]
From April 15th to April 19th, my trades totaled +$6,876. Bitcoin Halving Arrives! How Does the Turmoil in the Middle East Affect Its Price?
The situation in the Middle East was more volatile than expected, with both sides repeatedly attacking each other, causing significant market fluctuations. I attempted aggressive purchases of cryptocurrencies and Japanese yen, but was unable to manage the trades as successfully as I had hoped. However, I assume it is unlikely that direct attacks will […]
Over the weekend, there’s a potential for a correction to strengthen, as the dollar’s upward momentum may have exhausted after all the positive factors, and attention may turn to Middle East risks.
Over the weekend, there’s a potential for a correction to strengthen, as the dollar’s upward momentum may have exhausted after all the positive factors, and attention may turn to Middle East risks. Following the recent strong US economic indicators, the dollar has found support from rising US bond yields and the fading expectations of rate […]
It seems like the dollar rally has paused, possibly due to a sense that short-term catalysts have been exhausted, and there’s anticipation surrounding movements related to the G20 summit.
The recent surge in the dollar seems to have paused, possibly due to a sense of exhaustion in short-term bullish catalysts and attention shifting towards events like the G20. Despite strong US economic indicators and rising bond yields driving dollar strength, there’s a perception that immediate new bullish factors for the dollar may be lacking. […]
Lebanon’s Hezbollah, a pro-Iranian militia group, has attacked military facilities in Israel’s Galilee region using drones and guided missiles, resulting in at least six injuries.
Lebanon’s Hezbollah, a pro-Iranian militia group, has attacked military facilities in Israel’s Galilee region using drones and guided missiles, resulting in at least six injuries. Hezbollah claimed responsibility for attacking an Israeli reconnaissance outpost, as reported by its affiliated TV station Al-Manar TV. Six people were injured in the attack, with one reported in critical […]
Series of US Economic Indicators Point to Dollar Strength, Attention Shifts to Views of US Financial Officials
The dollar continues to strengthen. A series of recent US economic indicators have all been supportive of dollar strength, including US employment statistics, US consumer price index, and yesterday’s US retail sales figures. Alongside the rise in US bond yields, expectations for a rate cut by the US Federal Reserve later this year have been […]
Yen Weakening Continues, Concerns over Middle East Tensions Widespread but Not Extreme Risk Aversion
In the Tokyo market at the beginning of the week, not only the dollar-yen but also the cross-yen pairs are being bought, leading to an overall weakening of the yen. However, tensions persist in the Middle East situation, and the stock market is generally subdued. Within this context, it has been indicated that Iran’s attack […]
From April 8 to April 12, the total trading was +343,741 USD. Analysis of the rising trend in U.S. inflation and gold prices.
From April 8 to April 12, the total trading was +343,741 USD. It was a week where gold buying performed well. The notable U.S. CPI was higher than expected, and while the U.S. dollar continues to be strong, gold rose to a record high regardless. The recent situation in the Middle East was a […]
It seems like there’s a continued strength in the dollar’s upward momentum leading into the weekend. However, there’s also a cautious anticipation regarding possible intervention.
It seems like there’s a continued strength in the dollar’s upward momentum leading into the weekend. However, there’s also a cautious anticipation regarding possible intervention. In terms of economic data, upcoming releases include the US Import and Export Price Indexes for March, as well as the Preliminary University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index for April. […]