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Australian Dollar remains stronger despite disappointing Retail Sales, US NFP eyed
Australian Dollar remains stronger despite disappointing Retail Sales, US NFP eyed
By Fxstreet
Australian Dollar remains stronger despite disappointing Retail Sales, US NFP eyed
The Australian Dollar (AUD) is rebounding modestly against the US Dollar (USD) on Friday, retracing some of the previous session’s losses.
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GBP/USD posts modest losses below 1.3300 ahead of US NFP release
GBP/USD posts modest losses below 1.3300 ahead of US NFP release
By Fxstreet
GBP/USD posts modest losses below 1.3300 ahead of US NFP release
The GBP/USD pair drifts lower to near 1.3275 during the Asian trading hours on Friday. The positive developments surrounding US-China trade talks provide some support to the US Dollar (USD).
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Australia’s Retail Sales rise 0.3 % MoM in March vs. 0.4% expected
Australia’s Retail Sales rise 0.3 % MoM in March vs. 0.4% expected
By Fxstreet
Australia’s Retail Sales rise 0.3 % MoM in March vs. 0.4% expected
Australia’s Retail Sales, a measure of the country’s consumer spending, rose 0.3% MoM in March, compared to an increase of 0.8% in February (revised from 0.2%), the official data published by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) showed on Friday.
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US Secretary of State Rubio says Ukraine and Russia positions are still a little far apart
US Secretary of State Rubio says Ukraine and Russia positions are still a little far apart
By Fxstreet
US Secretary of State Rubio says Ukraine and Russia positions are still a little far apart
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Friday that Ukraine and Russia's positions are still a little far apart, adding that it's going to take a breakthrough soon in Ukraine to make this possible. However, US President Donald Trump has to decide how much time to dedicate to this. 
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China says it’s evaluating US trade talks - Bloomberg
China says it’s evaluating US trade talks - Bloomberg
By Fxstreet
China says it’s evaluating US trade talks - Bloomberg
China said on Friday that it is assessing the possibility of trade talks with the US, per Bloomberg.
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China says the US has sought to begin trade talks, China says its thinking about it  ...
China says the US has sought to begin trade talks, China says its thinking about it  ...
By Forex Live
China says the US has sought to begin trade talks, China says its thinking about it ...
China says is evaluating plans for talks with the US on trade.
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Japan’s Akazawa: No comment on specifics of tariff negotiations with Trump
Japan’s Akazawa: No comment on specifics of tariff negotiations with Trump
By Fxstreet
Japan’s Akazawa: No comment on specifics of tariff negotiations with Trump
Japan's Economy Minister Ryosei Akazawa said on Friday that he has no comment on specific negotiations with the United States. Akazawa said that the Japanese officials want to hold the next meeting after mid-May. 
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Gold Price Forecast: XAU/USD loses momentum below $3,250, US NFP data in focus
Gold Price Forecast: XAU/USD loses momentum below $3,250, US NFP data in focus
By Fxstreet
Gold Price Forecast: XAU/USD loses momentum below $3,250, US NFP data in focus
The Gold price (XAU/USD) edges lower to a two-week low near $3,235 during the early Asian session on Friday. The easing of trade tensions between the US and its trading partners has dented the safe-haven demand, weighing on the precious metal. 
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Australian election this weekend - here's the risk for the Australian dollar
Australian election this weekend - here's the risk for the Australian dollar
By Forex Live
Australian election this weekend - here's the risk for the Australian dollar
TL;DR - minority government and/or a slow result
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Trump eyes rolling back immigration protections for around 600,000 Venezuelan immigrants
Trump eyes rolling back immigration protections for around 600,000 Venezuelan immigrants
By Forex Live
Trump eyes rolling back immigration protections for around 600,000 Venezuelan immigrants
Trump asked the Supreme Court to lift protection from deportation.
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USD
EUR/USD holds below 1.1300 on firmer US Dollar, all eyes on US NFP data
EUR/USD holds below 1.1300 on firmer US Dollar, all eyes on US NFP data
By Fxstreet
EUR/USD holds below 1.1300 on firmer US Dollar, all eyes on US NFP data
The EUR/USD pair softens to around 1.1290 during the early Asian session on Friday. The US Dollar (USD) edges higher against the Euro (EUR) amid optimism about a de-escalation in the global trade conflict. All eyes will be on the US April Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) report, which is due later on Friday. 
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South Korea April CPI comes in a touch higher than expected
South Korea April CPI comes in a touch higher than expected
By Forex Live
South Korea April CPI comes in a touch higher than expected
April CPI headline +2.1% y/y vs. +2.0% expected
US Vice President Vance: Russia’s war in Ukraine is not going to end any time soon
US Vice President Vance: Russia’s war in Ukraine is not going to end any time soon
By Fxstreet
US Vice President Vance: Russia’s war in Ukraine is not going to end any time soon
US Vice President JD Vance said in an interview with Fox News on Thursday that the war in Ukraine is not going to end "any time soon.”
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Japan’s Kato says US Treasury holdings among tools for trade talks
Japan’s Kato says US Treasury holdings among tools for trade talks
By Fxstreet
Japan’s Kato says US Treasury holdings among tools for trade talks
Japan’s Finance Minister Shunichi Kato said on Friday that Japan's huge US Treasury holdings are among tools available for Tokyo in trade negotiations with the United States, per Reuters.
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Mexican Peso holds ground as US data signals slowdown
Mexican Peso holds ground as US data signals slowdown
By Fxstreet
Mexican Peso holds ground as US data signals slowdown
The Mexican Peso posted slight losses against the US Dollar on Thursday after economic data in the United States (US) suggested slowing manufacturing and a cooling labor market. The USD/MXN trades at 19.58 after hitting a daily low of 19.57.
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Fundamental Analysis
AUD/NZD Price Analysis: Aussie stalls near 1.0800 as bearish pressure builds
AUD/NZD Price Analysis: Aussie stalls near 1.0800 as bearish pressure builds
By Fxstreet
AUD/NZD Price Analysis: Aussie stalls near 1.0800 as bearish pressure builds
The AUD/NZD pair edged slightly higher on Thursday, trading near the 1.0800 area as the market transitions into the Asian session. While the move shows mild intraday strength, the broader technical setup remains tilted to the downside.
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USD/JPY rallies as BoJ caution and US data push pair to two-week high
USD/JPY rallies as BoJ caution and US data push pair to two-week high
By Fxstreet
USD/JPY rallies as BoJ caution and US data push pair to two-week high
The USD/JPY is trading with notable strength, surging to the upper end of its recent range as the Japanese Yen continues to underperform following the Bank of Japan’s latest policy meeting.
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Forexlive Americas FX news wrap: USD/JPY soars as yields turn higher
Forexlive Americas FX news wrap: USD/JPY soars as yields turn higher
By Forex Live
Forexlive Americas FX news wrap: USD/JPY soars as yields turn higher
Forex news for North American trading on May 1, 2025
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Economic calendar in Asia Friday, May 2, 2025
Economic calendar in Asia Friday, May 2, 2025
By Forex Live
Economic calendar in Asia Friday, May 2, 2025
Asian Economic Calendar: Key Events and Consensus Expectations for 02 May 2025
EUR/JPY Price Analysis: Euro climbs toward session highs with bullish trend intact
EUR/JPY Price Analysis: Euro climbs toward session highs with bullish trend intact
By Fxstreet
EUR/JPY Price Analysis: Euro climbs toward session highs with bullish trend intact
The EUR/JPY pair extended its rally on Thursday, pushing toward the 164.00 zone after a strong advance during the European session. The pair sits near the top of the day’s range as it enters the Asian session, reflecting sustained demand despite a flattening in momentum indicators.
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May forex seasonals: It's not time to sell the US dollar just yet
May forex seasonals: It's not time to sell the US dollar just yet
By Forex Live
May forex seasonals: It's not time to sell the US dollar just yet
Seasonal patterns point dollar strength in May
Sam Altman’s Eye-Scanning Identity Project Launches in Six U.S. Cities
Sam Altman’s Eye-Scanning Identity Project Launches in Six U.S. Cities
By Finance Magnates
Sam Altman’s Eye-Scanning Identity Project Launches in Six U.S. Cities
Sam Altman's ambition to build a global identity network backed by blockchain and biometrics entered the US. . According to the company, this project, now known simply as "World", launched its US r...
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OpenAI
Europe is ready buy €50-billion of US goods, but won't tolerate 10% tariffs
Europe is ready buy €50-billion of US goods, but won't tolerate 10% tariffs
By Forex Live
Europe is ready buy €50-billion of US goods, but won't tolerate 10% tariffs
Europe won't allow the US to maintain 10% tariffs
USDCAD back above 100/200 hour MAs as sellers fail on the break lower
USDCAD back above 100/200 hour MAs as sellers fail on the break lower
By Forex Live
USDCAD back above 100/200 hour MAs as sellers fail on the break lower
The USDCAD fell to a new low yesterday but failed
Trump highlights secondary sanctions on purchasers of Iranian oil
Trump highlights secondary sanctions on purchasers of Iranian oil
By Forex Live
Trump highlights secondary sanctions on purchasers of Iranian oil
This is something that started to come out yesterday
US Dollar Index rises above 100.00 ahead of Nonfarm Payrolls
US Dollar Index rises above 100.00 ahead of Nonfarm Payrolls
By Fxstreet
US Dollar Index rises above 100.00 ahead of Nonfarm Payrolls
The US Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the value of the US Dollar (USD) against a basket of currencies, is rising above the 100.00 level as markets absorb softer-than-expected labor and manufacturing data.
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