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| 14/04/2026 |
The US Dollar Index fell yesterday, closing at 98.34. Global markets initially came under pressure at the start of the week after the US President threatened to blockade the Strait of Hormuz following the breakdown in US–Iran talks, pushing S&P 500 futures down more than 1%. Sentiment later improved after comments suggesting Iran still wants to reach a deal, lifting US equities, with the S&P 500 closing up around 1% at its highest level since early March. Oil prices briefly surged to around USD104 per barrel on geopolitical risks before easing back to about USD99, still above last week’s levels. US Treasury yields rose initially, with the 10-year reaching 4.36%, before falling back to around 4.31%. The US dollar also reversed earlier gains and continued to weaken overall.
Spot gold rose by USD71.31 to USD4758.22 per ounce; WTI crude oil fell by USD5.43 to USD96.57 per barrel.
AUD/USD fell by 4 basis points to 0.7095. Supported by a weaker US dollar and improved risk sentiment, the Australian dollar remained strong, rising toward the 0.71 level and reaching a three-week high. Despite ongoing volatility in oil prices, the broader improvement in risk appetite has supported the AUD. Meanwhile, the Bank of Japan maintained a cautious stance, leading markets to scale back expectations for an April rate hike. Overall, the Australian dollar is benefiting from USD weakness and stronger risk sentiment in the near term, though geopolitical developments may continue to drive volatility, keeping the outlook range-bound with a firm bias.
Key Economic Data For Today
Australia ANZ Consumer Confidence (week ending April 12)
China March Trade Balance
US March PPI
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Tue, Apr 14,2026 Great Forex Daily Market News
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| 08/04/2026 |
The US Dollar Index fell yesterday, closing at 98.93. Market sentiment improved significantly after the US President agreed to extend the deadline for military action against Iran by two weeks, stating that a long-term peace agreement is close and that Iran has submitted a workable 10-point proposal, with a ceasefire contingent on reopening the Strait of Hormuz. As a result, US equity futures surged, with S&P 500 futures up around 1.5%. On the Fed side, New York Fed President Williams noted that while higher energy prices may lift inflation, he sees no need to adjust the policy path and remains optimistic on the labour market. US data was mixed, with headline durable goods orders weaker, but core capital goods orders slightly stronger than expected.
Spot gold rose by USD154.74 to USD4813.69 per ounce; WTI crude oil fell by USD18.61 to USD94.14 per barrel.
AUD/USD rose by 161 basis points to 0.7077. Supported by a sharp rebound in risk sentiment, the Australian dollar strengthened significantly, rising to around 0.7060, a two-week high. Easing geopolitical tensions boosted risk appetite, while a weaker US dollar also provided support. Overall, as near-term geopolitical risks ease, risk-sensitive currencies have improved. However, further progress in ceasefire negotiations and developments in energy markets will remain key. In the near term, the AUD is likely to stay supported by sentiment and maintain a firmer bias.
Key Economic Data For Today
New Zealand April 8 Official Cash Rate Decision
Euro Area February Retail Sales MoM
Canada March Leading Indicator MoM
US EIA Crude Oil Inventories (week ending April 3)
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Wed, Apr 08,2026 Great Forex Daily Market News
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| 07/04/2026 |
The US Dollar Index fell yesterday, closing at 100.01. Markets lacked clear direction amid ongoing uncertainty in the Middle East, with the US President’s deadline for reopening the Strait of Hormuz approaching and warnings of large-scale military action against Iran if no deal is reached. Iran has rejected a temporary ceasefire proposal, while Israel has intensified military operations, raising the risk of further escalation. In the US, March nonfarm payrolls rose sharply by 175k, well above expectations, highlighting resilience in the labour market. However, softer services employment components and rising price indicators suggest inflation pressures remain. US equities held modest gains, with the S&P 500 edging higher, while the US dollar was broadly weaker.
Spot gold rose by USD41.52 to USD4653.04 per ounce; WTI crude oil rose by USD0.47 to USD113.44 per barrel.
AUD/USD rose by 32 basis points to 0.6917. Against a backdrop of fluctuating risk sentiment, FX markets remained range-bound, with the Australian dollar edging higher toward 0.6920. While a softer US dollar provided some support, elevated geopolitical uncertainty continued to cap upside potential. Oil prices remained high, with Brent crude around USD109 per barrel, while tight physical supply conditions pushed spot prices higher, adding to market volatility. Overall, the AUD continues to be driven by shifts in risk sentiment and commodity prices, and is likely to remain range-bound in the near term.
Key Economic Data For Today
Australia ANZ Consumer Confidence (week ending April 5)
China March Foreign Exchange Reserves
Canada March Total Reserves
US February Durable Goods Orders
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Tue, Apr 07,2026 Great Forex Daily Market News
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| 27/03/2026 |
The US Dollar Index rose yesterday, closing at 99.85. Market risk sentiment weakened as hopes for a near-term resolution to the Iran conflict faded. While the US is seeking a swift end to the war, Iran has denied that any negotiations are taking place, and the two sides remain far apart on proposed peace plans. The US President stated that Iran is eager to reach a deal and issued a strong warning. As a result, oil prices continued to rise, with Brent crude briefly reaching USD109 per barrel, up around 6%. Global equities came under pressure, with the S&P 500 falling more than 1.7% and the Euro Stoxx 600 down 1.1%. In addition, the OECD raised its inflation forecast for major economies to around 4%, further intensifying inflation concerns.
Spot gold fell by USD102.59 to USD4396.64 per ounce; WTI crude oil rose by USD1.77 to USD93.13 per barrel.
AUD/USD fell by 54 basis points to 0.6889. Australia’s NAB Business Survey showed business confidence fell to -4, the lowest level since December 2024, while business conditions edged lower. At the same time, against the backdrop of weaker risk sentiment and increased commodity market volatility, the Australian dollar came under pressure, with AUD/USD falling below 0.69 for the first time since the conflict began. In commodities, iron ore rose 2.2% due to supply disruptions from cyclone-related port closures in Western Australia, while copper fell 1.8%, aluminium edged higher, and gold dropped 3.7%. Overall, declining risk appetite and rising uncertainty around the economic outlook are exerting clear downward pressure on the Australian dollar.
Key Economic Data For Today
US Federal Reserve Balance Sheet as of March 25
UK March GfK Consumer Confidence Index
UK February Retail Sales MoM (seasonally adjusted)
Eurozone February ECB 1-year CPI Expectations
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Fri, Mar 27,2026 Great Forex Daily Market News
Fri, Mar 27,2026 Great Forex Daily Market News
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| 25/03/2026 |
The US Dollar Index , closing at . The Middle East conflict continues to dominate market sentiment, with the recent rally in risk assets following the US President’s delay in striking Iranian power infrastructure proving short-lived. Reports suggest that US allies in the Persian Gulf are increasingly considering joining the conflict against Iran, signalling a potential further escalation, while the US may deploy around 3,000 airborne troops to the region. Iran remains in control of the Strait of Hormuz and is charging high fees for passage, raising concerns over tightening global energy supply. In the US, PMI data showed input prices rising to their highest level since 2022, highlighting renewed inflation pressures, while US Treasury yields moved higher and demand at the 2-year auction was weak.
Spot gold rose by USD to USD per ounce; WTI crude oil fell by USD to USD per barrel.
AUD/USD fell by basis points to . Markets expect February inflation to remain at 3.8% year-on-year, with core inflation at 3.4%, though this data does not yet reflect the impact of rising energy prices from the Middle East conflict. Fuel prices are expected to fall around 3% month-on-month in February, before surging more than 25% in March, lifting overall inflation expectations. As a result, markets have revised up their Q1 CPI forecast to 0.9% quarter-on-quarter. Against a backdrop of increasing uncertainty around the inflation outlook, market focus on the RBA policy path has intensified, which will have an important impact on the Australian dollar.
Key Economic Data For Today
Australia February CPI
UK February CPI
UK February Input PPI
US February Import Price Index
US Q4 Current Account
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Wed, Mar 25,2026 Great Forex Daily Market News
Wed, Mar 25,2026 Great Forex Daily Market News
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