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EUR: Overvaluation can't be unseen – ING
EUR: Overvaluation can't be unseen – ING
There are no major data releases in the eurozone calendar this week, with the focus on some ECB speakers instead. Today, arch-dove Panetta speaks at an event in Asia.
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EUR/USD: Any decline is likely limited to a test of 1.1280 – UOB Group
EUR/USD: Any decline is likely limited to a test of 1.1280 – UOB Group
Euro (EUR) is under mild downward pressure against the US Dollar (USD) and is likely to edge lower; any decline is likely limited to a test of 1.1280.
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Difficult situation for Asian countries outside China – Commerzbank
Difficult situation for Asian countries outside China – Commerzbank
It was probably only a matter of time before reports began to emerge that Chinese companies were trying to reroute their goods through other Asian countries for export to the US.
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UK April final services PMI 49.0 vs 48.9 prelim
UK April final services PMI 49.0 vs 48.9 prelim
Latest data released by S&P Global - 6 May 2025
US Dollar Index falls to near 99.50 as 2-year Treasury yield drops over half a percent
US Dollar Index falls to near 99.50 as 2-year Treasury yield drops over half a percent
The US Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the US Dollar (USD) against a basket of six major currencies, is depreciating after registering gains in the previous session, trading near 99.60 during the European hours on Tuesday.
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EUR/USD gains at US Dollar's expense, German Merz fails to secure majority in Bundestag
EUR/USD gains at US Dollar's expense, German Merz fails to secure majority in Bundestag
EUR/USD moves higher to near 1.1360 in Tuesday’s North American session. The major currency pair gains as the US Dollar (USD) slumps ahead of the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) interest rate decision, which will be announced on Wednesday.
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Eurozone April final services PMI 50.1 vs 49.7 prelim
Eurozone April final services PMI 50.1 vs 49.7 prelim
Latest data released by HCOB - 6 May 2025
EU’s Sefcovic: Proposed 0 for 0 tariffs on industrial goods
EU’s Sefcovic: Proposed 0 for 0 tariffs on industrial goods
European Union (EU) Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic said on Tuesday that they have “proposed 0 for 0 tariffs on industrial goods.”
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SNB's Schlegel: We haven't ruled out negative interest rates
SNB's Schlegel: We haven't ruled out negative interest rates
Further remarks by SNB chairman, Martin Schlegel
Germany April final services PMI 49.0 vs 48.8 prelim
Germany April final services PMI 49.0 vs 48.8 prelim
Final data released by HCOB - 6 May 2025
SNB's Schlegel: We remain committed to our mandate of price stability
SNB's Schlegel: We remain committed to our mandate of price stability
Swiss National Bank (SNB) Chairman Martin Schlegel said on Tuesday that “we remain committed to our mandate of price stability.”
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France April final services PMI 47.3 vs 46.8 prelim
France April final services PMI 47.3 vs 46.8 prelim
Latest data released by HCOB - 6 May 2025
Italy April services PMI 52.9 vs 51.5 expected
Italy April services PMI 52.9 vs 51.5 expected
Latest data released by HCOB - 6 May 2025
Forex Today: Major pairs stabilize as focus shifts to central banks
Forex Today: Major pairs stabilize as focus shifts to central banks
Here is what you need to know on Tuesday, May 6:
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EUR/GBP holds position above 0.8500 ahead of PMI data from Eurozone, UK
EUR/GBP holds position above 0.8500 ahead of PMI data from Eurozone, UK
EUR/GBP retraces its recent losses from the previous session, trading around 0.8510 during the early European hours on Tuesday.
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Spain April services PMI 53.4 vs 54.0 expected
Spain April services PMI 53.4 vs 54.0 expected
Latest data released by HCOB - 6 May 2025
China says would welcome EU leaders to visit in a timely manner to hold new round of talks
China says would welcome EU leaders to visit in a timely manner to hold new round of talks
Today marks 50 years in which China and the EU established diplomatic relations
European indices little changed to kick start the day
European indices little changed to kick start the day
A steadier mood but US futures are still slightly lower
Stocks
EUR/INR: Indian Rupee cross rates edge higher at the start of the European session
EUR/INR: Indian Rupee cross rates edge higher at the start of the European session
Indian Rupee (INR) crosses trade on the front foot at the beginning of Tuesday, according to FXStreet data. The Euro (EUR) to the Indian Rupee changes hands at 95.65, with the EUR/INR pair rising from its previous close at 95.38.
Palladium price: Rare metals advance at the start of the European session
Palladium price: Rare metals advance at the start of the European session
Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) trade with a positive tone at the beginning of Tuesday, according to FXStreet data. Palladium (XPD) changes hands at $949.65 a troy ounce, with the XPD/USD pair advancing from its previous close at $947.60.
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What are the main events for today?
What are the main events for today?
Not much on the data front but focus remains on the first trade deal announcement and Trump-Carney meeting
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Eurostoxx futures -0.2% in early European trading
Eurostoxx futures -0.2% in early European trading
A slightly softer tone with US futures also resting lower
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Crude Oil price today: WTI price bullish at European opening
Crude Oil price today: WTI price bullish at European opening
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) Oil price advances on Tuesday, early in the European session. WTI trades at $57.68 per barrel, up from Monday’s close at $57.00.
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Switzerland April seasonally adjusted unemployment rate 2.8% vs 2.8% expected
Switzerland April seasonally adjusted unemployment rate 2.8% vs 2.8% expected
Latest data released by the Federal Statistics Office - 6 May 2025
USD/CHF holds above 0.8200; upside seems limited as focus remains on FOMC meeting
USD/CHF holds above 0.8200; upside seems limited as focus remains on FOMC meeting
The USD/CHF pair struggles to capitalize on a modest Asian session uptick and is currently placed near the lower boundary of its daily range amid subdued US Dollar (USD) price action.
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FX option expiries for May 6 NY cut
FX option expiries for May 6 NY cut
FX option expiries for May 6 NY cut at 10:00 Eastern Time via DTCC can be found below.
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GBP/USD Price Forecast: Hovers around 1.3300 as nine-day EMA caps upside
GBP/USD Price Forecast: Hovers around 1.3300 as nine-day EMA caps upside
The GBP/USD pair attempts to maintain its position after registering gains in the previous session, trading around 1.3300 during the Asian trading hours on Tuesday.
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Gold keeps the push higher after another round of bids in Asia
Gold keeps the push higher after another round of bids in Asia
The precious metal is up nearly 1% ahead of European trading now
EUR/USD Price Forecast: Remains confined in a range around 1.1300 ahead of FOMC meeting
EUR/USD Price Forecast: Remains confined in a range around 1.1300 ahead of FOMC meeting
The EUR/USD pair reverses an Asian session tip to the 1.1280-1.1275 region on Tuesday and climbs a fresh daily high in the last hour, though it lacks strong follow-through buying.
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India Gold price today: Gold rises, according to FXStreet data
India Gold price today: Gold rises, according to FXStreet data
Gold prices rose in India on Tuesday, according to data compiled by FXStreet.
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Japanese Yen advances to multi-day peak against USD as geopolitical risks boost safe-haven assets
Japanese Yen advances to multi-day peak against USD as geopolitical risks boost safe-haven assets
The Japanese Yen (JPY) attracts fresh buyers following an intraday dip and turns higher against its American counterpart for the third successive day on Tuesday amid a combination of supporting factors.
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Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD breaks above $33.00 following Trump's new tariff threat
Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD breaks above $33.00 following Trump's new tariff threat
Silver price (XAG/USD) extends its gains for the second successive session, trading around $33.10 per troy ounce during the Asian hours on Tuesday. The prices of the precious metals, including Silver, rose as President Donald Trump's new tariff threat spurred demand for safe-haven assets.
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Goldman Sachs expects USD/CNY to decline further
Goldman Sachs expects USD/CNY to decline further
GS expect some trade talk optimism
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ForexLive Asia-Pacific FX news wrap: Some give back for Asian currencies
ForexLive Asia-Pacific FX news wrap: Some give back for Asian currencies
Forex news for Asian trading on Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Session wrap
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