PBOC sets USD/ CNY reference rate for today at 7.2098 (vs. estimate at 7.3111)
PBOC sets USD/ CNY reference rate for today at 7.2098 (vs. estimate at 7.3111)
PBOC CNY reference rate setting for the trading session ahead.
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Japan economy minister Akazawa to visit the U.S. for tariff talks from April 30
Japan economy minister Akazawa to visit the U.S. for tariff talks from April 30
This firms up the chatter of his visit this time yesterday
China's state planner has trimmed the number of items on its negative list from 117 to 106
China's state planner has trimmed the number of items on its negative list from 117 to 106
The National Development and Reform Commission of the People's Republic of China (NDRC) is China's state planner
China
GBP/USD gains traction above 1.3250 on fresh trade uncertainty
GBP/USD gains traction above 1.3250 on fresh trade uncertainty
The GBP/USD pair gathers strength to near 1.3270, snapping the two-day losing streak during the early Asian session on Thursday. The US Dollar (USD) weakens against the Cable due to the uncertainty surrounding Trump’s trade policies.  
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" Trump is looking for a face saving off ramp on trade"
" Trump is looking for a face saving off ramp on trade"
Saving face would be a welcome relif from the tariff debacle
Politics
PBOC is expected to set the USD/CNY reference rate at 7.3111 – Reuters estimate
PBOC is expected to set the USD/CNY reference rate at 7.3111 – Reuters estimate
PBOC CNY reference rate setting for the trading session ahead.
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Trump administration says cannot give Japan special tariff treatment
Trump administration says cannot give Japan special tariff treatment
The United States told Japan that it cannot give Japan special treatment regarding tariffs during talks held earlier this month, NHK reported late Wednesday, citing multiple Japanese government sources. 
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Macroeconomics
Hassett says 14 tariff meetings scheduled this week
Hassett says 14 tariff meetings scheduled this week
Hassett is a Trump gopher on the economy
Politics
USD
Trump admin told Japan it cannot give Japan special tariff treatment
Trump admin told Japan it cannot give Japan special tariff treatment
Trump seems to single out allies for especially harsh tariff treatment
EUR/USD strengthens above 1.1300 on gloomy Fed’s Beige Book
EUR/USD strengthens above 1.1300 on gloomy Fed’s Beige Book
The EUR/USD pair edges higher to around 1.1335 during the early Asian session on Thursday. Mitigating concerns over potential tariff threats by US President Donald Trump exerts some selling pressure on the US Dollar (USD).  
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Macroeconomics
Fed's Hammack says uncertainty a big issue in economy, causing businesses to pause
Fed's Hammack says uncertainty a big issue in economy, causing businesses to pause
Federal Reserve Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack says the bar is high for the Fed to step in to aid markets
Fed's Hammack sees more runway for balance sheet cuts
Fed's Hammack sees more runway for balance sheet cuts
Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland President Beth Hammack said on Wednesday that conditions still support ongoing reductions in the central bank's balance sheet. Hammack added that she believes some active management of market liquidity via Fed interventions is acceptable to her, per Reuters. 
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US President Donald Trump says 25% tariff on cars from Canada could go higher
US President Donald Trump says 25% tariff on cars from Canada could go higher
US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that a 25% tariff imposed on cars imported from Canada to the United States could go up, per Reuters. 
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Fed's Hammack says some volatility in overnight markets is not a bad thing
Fed's Hammack says some volatility in overnight markets is not a bad thing
Federal Reserve Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack reaffirmed support for continued balance sheet reduction while signaling openness to temporary liquidity injections if volatility worsens.
AUD/JPY Price Analysis: Bearish bias holds despite intraday gains
AUD/JPY Price Analysis: Bearish bias holds despite intraday gains
The AUD/JPY pair was seen around the 91.00 zone in Wednesday’s session, staging a modest intraday advance ahead of the Asian session. Despite the bounce from earlier lows, the pair retains a bearish overall tone, capped by key moving averages and a sluggish momentum backdrop.
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Trump says it depends on China how soon tariffs can come down
Trump says it depends on China how soon tariffs can come down
Trump says it depends on China how soon tariffs can come down
China
NZD/USD Price Analysis: Pair trades steady near 0.5900 with bullish bias ahead of Asia
NZD/USD Price Analysis: Pair trades steady near 0.5900 with bullish bias ahead of Asia
The NZDUSD pair held steady near the 0.5900 mark on Wednesday, posting a marginal daily gain as traders positioned ahead of the Asian session. The pair continues to consolidate in a tight range after recent upward momentum, suggesting a pause rather than a reversal.
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Bullish
Trump admin says the  EU fine on Meta and Apple will not be tolerated
Trump admin says the EU fine on Meta and Apple will not be tolerated
It was only 24 hours ago that Trump eased back on threatening the EU, another flip flop now
Forexlive Americas FX news wrap: US dollar rallies as the White House walks back tariffs
Forexlive Americas FX news wrap: US dollar rallies as the White House walks back tariffs
Forex news for North American trading on Apr 23, 2025
Session wrap
Wrap Nth America
USD/JPY tests 143.00 amid easing Fed fears and trade optimism
USD/JPY tests 143.00 amid easing Fed fears and trade optimism
The USD/JPY pair trades near the 143.00 mark on Wednesday, up over 1.2% on the day, extending its rebound from midweek lows. The Greenback’s gains are driven by improving risk appetite and signs that US-China trade tensions could ease.
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PMI
Australian Dollar steadies near 0.6400 as US Dollar weakens post-PMI
Australian Dollar steadies near 0.6400 as US Dollar weakens post-PMI
The Australian Dollar (AUD) trades flat against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday, holding close to the 0.6400 area after a volatile session. The pair consolidated within a tight range of 0.6349 to 0.6436, reflecting a pause in directional conviction.
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Fundamental Analysis
Mexican Peso dips as Trump eases rhetoric on Powell and China
Mexican Peso dips as Trump eases rhetoric on Powell and China
The Mexican Peso (MXN) registered modest losses against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday amid an improvement in risk appetite and regained confidence in the Greenback as US President Donald Trump denied that he would remove Federal Reserve (Fed) Chair Jerome Powell.
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Mexico
A dozen US states are suing Trump, say his new tariffs are illegal
A dozen US states are suing Trump, say his new tariffs are illegal
Death, taxes, and lawsuits are the three certainties in the US.
Politics
USD
Economic calendar Asia Thursday, April 24, 2025 - Reserve Bank of Australia info incoming
Economic calendar Asia Thursday, April 24, 2025 - Reserve Bank of Australia info incoming
Asian Economic Calendar: Key Events and Consensus Expectations for 24 April 2025
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economic calendar
Will Revolut Target Its 5 Million-User Market in France With CFDs Next?
Will Revolut Target Its 5 Million-User Market in France With CFDs Next?
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By Finance Magnates
Will Revolut Target Its 5 Million-User Market in France With CFDs Next?
UK-based fintech giant Revolut has reached a major milestone in France, with 5 million users now using the app, according to the company’s report today (Wednesday).
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AUDUSD dipping below 200 hour MA
AUDUSD dipping below 200 hour MA
Can the sellers keep the momentum going?
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USD
Forex Today: US data, Germany’s morale gauges, and tariffs take centre stage
Forex Today: US data, Germany’s morale gauges, and tariffs take centre stage
The Greenback extended their recovery on the back of auspicious headlines around the US-China trade crisis and mitigating fears around potential threats to the Fed’s independence by President Trump.
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