Dollar Extends Winning Streak, Though Momentum Hints at Waning Strength

The forex markets are showing relatively limited movement today, remaining mostly within established ranges. Yen is having a slight uptick, supported by the dips in US and European benchmark treasury yields. But the Japanese currency’ gains are modest and insufficient to reverse recent declines. Meanwhile, Swiss Franc is charting a notable course as the day’s […]

Geopolitical events dominate market movements today amid a sparse economic calendar. Oil prices have surged following an announcement from Libya’s eastern government in Benghazi that oil production and exports would be halted. This move stems from a dispute with the internationally recognized western government in Tripoli over central bank leadership. Additionally, markets are reacting to […]

The financial markets are rather calm in Asian session today, while major currency pairs and crosses largely engage in a phase of consolidation. This tranquility comes in the wake of China’s surprising decision to significantly lower its mortgage reference interest rate, a move designed to provide a much-needed boost to the struggling property sector and, […]