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USD/CHF fell 0.7% intraday, now at 0.8073.
USD/CHF fell 0.7% intraday, now at 0.8073.
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Bank of Japan (BOJ): Will continue to raise interest rates and adjust the degree of monetary easing to stabilize core CPI inflation around 2%
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) stated in its July 2026 "Outlook for Economic Activity and Prices" report that it would continue to raise interest rates and adjust the degree of monetary easing in response to
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Bank of Japan (BOJ): Japan's economy is expected to continue growing moderately, with CPI year-on-year growth significantly above 2% in the second half of fiscal year 2026
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) stated in its July 2026 "Outlook for Economic Activity and Prices" report that the Japanese economy is likely to continue growing moderately, albeit at a slower pace, supported
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Indian Lenders Set Record With $8 Billion in Dollar Bond Sales This Year
Indian financial institutions have sold a record $8 billion in dollar bonds so far this year, as lenders rush to capitalize on a central bank facility that lowers hedging costs on overseas borrowings.
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Emerging-market currency gauge hits record high of 1,906.98, up 0.2%, as Fed hike bets cool
The rise was supported by a weaker dollar, as softer US data reduced expectations for Federal Reserve tightening, spurring demand for risk assets.
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Analysts: Japanese Automakers Face Dual Risks of Iran War and Yen Appreciation; Every 1% Change in Yen Could Impact Operating Profit by 2%-4%
Analysts point out that Japanese automakers are facing a dual risk from the Iran war and the appreciation of the Japanese Yen. Previously, companies like Toyota, Honda, and Nissan benefited from the Y
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Goldman Sachs says market bets on Federal Reserve rate hikes are still too aggressive given cooling inflation in the world's largest economy
Goldman Sachs says market bets on Federal Reserve rate hikes are still too aggressive given cooling inflation in the world's largest economy
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Thai Baht Rally May Fade as Central Bank Likely to Maintain Dovish Stance, Analysts Say
Analysts suggest the nascent rally in the Thai baht could be short-lived, as the central bank is expected to maintain a dovish policy stance to support an economy impacted by elevated oil prices.
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The Federal Reserve's July meeting minutes will reveal internal interest rate debates, with three officials supporting a 25 basis point hike.
The Federal Reserve's July meeting minutes will reveal internal interest rate debates, with three officials supporting a 25 basis point hike. Jennifer Lee, Senior Economist at BMO Capital Markets, exp
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Bloomberg: US-Iran MOU expires, but full-scale conflict unlikely to immediately erupt, diplomatic efforts in Strait of Hormuz continue
Bloomberg Middle East correspondent Dan Williams analyzes that the expiration of the US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) itself is unlikely to trigger an all-out war, and diplomatic efforts rega
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Global interest rate hikes pose a greater threat to bonds than the Federal Reserve, as markets anticipate faster rate increases in multiple countries compared to the US.
Global markets are bracing for further policy tightening, putting pressure on bond markets, as investors debate whether and when the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates. Traders expect borrowing
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U.S. Senator Warren questioned Treasury Secretary Besant, demanding disclosure of the scale and legal basis of the U.S. intervention in the Japanese yen on July 31.
U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Bessent on August 13, requesting an explanation of the specific scale, legal basis, and estimated cost to U.S. taxpayers of the U.S. g
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The DXY fell to its lowest level since May after unexpectedly weak US retail sales data dampened expectations for a rate hike this year.
The Bloomberg Dollar Spot Index fell 0.4% on Friday to its lowest level since May 29. This followed unexpectedly weak US retail sales data, which prompted traders to further scale back expectations fo
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Airtel Africa is considering listing its mobile payments arm, Airtel Money, in London later this year, with shares trading in US dollars to match its reporting currency.
Airtel Africa is considering listing its mobile payments arm, Airtel Money, in London later this year, with shares trading in US dollars to match its reporting currency. This arrangement is unusual fo
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The Japanese Yen has retraced half of its intervention gains, approaching 160, with USD/JPY currently at 159.27, as carry traders utilized the rebound following the $87 billion Japan-US joint intervention in late July to rebuild short positions; Japan's Sanae Takaichi government supports Bank of Japan (BOJ) a rate hike in September or October, but the market believes a 1% policy rate is insufficient to significantly narrow the interest rate differential.
The Japanese Yen has retraced half of its intervention gains, approaching 160, with USD/JPY currently at 159.27, as carry traders utilized the rebound following the $87 billion Japan-US joint interven
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Gold Futures Fall 0.8% to $4,385.90, Spot Gold Down 0.3% to $4,335.63 Amid Profit-Taking, Set for Weekly Loss
Gold futures fell 0.8% to $4,385.90 a troy ounce and spot gold was 0.3% lower at $4,335.63 per ounce, as investors took profits following this week's rally. Prices had surged above $4,400 earlier in t
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Reuters: Bank of Japan (BOJ) to hike interest rates as early as September, considering accelerating tightening pace
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) is considering accelerating the pace of its tightening after a potential interest rate hike as early as September, moving beyond its current pace of roughly twice a year, three
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South Africa is working with the London Stock Exchange to promote the offshore adoption of its new benchmark interest rate.
South Africa is working with the London Stock Exchange to convert outstanding derivatives contracts linked to the soon-to-be-discontinued rand reference rate to the country's new benchmark interest ra
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India's ICICI Bank launches syndicated offshore loan of about $1.45 billion to capitalize on central bank facility that lowers hedging costs
India's ICICI Bank launches syndicated offshore loan of about $1.45 billion to capitalize on central bank facility that lowers hedging costs
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Hong Kong to list first Shanghai free-trade zone bond, Shanghai Electric's $222.4M green bond to debut Aug 20
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) announced on Thursday that Shanghai Electric Global Capital, a financing arm of Shanghai Electric, will list a 1.5 billion yuan (US$222.4 million) green free-tr
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Amazon and Alphabet's AI-driven bond issuance has pushed up borrowing costs in Canadian dollars, Swiss francs, and sterling
Amazon and Alphabet's AI-driven bond issuance has pushed up borrowing costs in Canadian dollars, Swiss francs, and sterling
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Former Japanese Finance Official Warns Yen "Clearly Weak," Intervention May Recur; Market Expects Bank of Japan (BOJ) September Rate Hike to 76%
Former Japanese Vice Minister of Finance for International Affairs, Mitsuhiro Furusawa, stated on Thursday that the current USD/JPY exchange rate, around 159.50, has fallen back from the 155.20 level
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Emerging-market stocks and currencies gain, with MSCI EM equities up 0.5% and on track for nearly 3% weekly rise, as easing US inflation curbs Fed rate hike worries.
MSCI’s gauge for developing world equities traded 0.5% higher on Friday, on track for a weekly gain of close to 3%, the biggest such advance since June. A similar index tracking emerging-market curren
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Speculative investors are betting that the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) will raise interest rates again in November, with market expectations for a 25 basis point hike rising to 45%.
Speculative investors are betting that the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) will raise interest rates again in November, with market expectations for a 25 basis point hike rising to 45% from 38% previo
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The United States and Iran held indirect talks during the UN General Assembly to discuss ending the war and opening the Strait of Hormuz.
According to Al Jazeera, the United States and Iran held hours of indirect talks through mediators during the UN General Assembly in New York, with Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi meeting with US en
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India's Modi Plans Canada Trip for Trade Deal, Accelerates Mexico Talks as Nations Seek New Markets
India's Modi Plans Canada Trip for Trade Deal, Accelerates Mexico Talks as Nations Seek New Markets
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Option Traders Bet Korean Won’s Asia-Leading Rally Has Further to Run
The premium for one-month options betting on a stronger won (relative to the dollar) narrowed for a third day on Wednesday, indicating growing expectations for further won strength.
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BNP Paribas Asset Management is shorting offshore RMB interest rate swaps to hedge its long positions in emerging market bonds.
James McAlevey, head of global aggregate and absolute return at BNP Paribas Asset Management, said the firm has been shorting offshore RMB interest rate swaps to hedge its bullish bets on emerging mar
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Palestinian Americans meet US lawmakers to demand policy shift as Trump administration reportedly seeks $2.8bn military aid for Israel
More than 300 Palestinian American constituents from across the country met with over 100 US lawmakers' offices on Tuesday, advocating for a shift in US policy towards Israel and Palestine. The advoca
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Options traders are increasing their hedges against a shallower Federal Reserve hiking cycle than the market anticipates.
Bloomberg Markets reports that options traders are hedging against the possibility that the Federal Reserve's rate hikes might be smaller than currently priced in by the market.
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Donald Trump stated at the UN General Assembly that the United States would use its power to confront enemies, prohibit communism, and reject global control.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump, speaking at the 81st United Nations General Assembly, emphasized that under American leadership, the United States is stronger than ever before. He stated that the
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EU to lift sanctions on Russian oligarchs Mikhail Fridman and Alisher Usmanov
The move comes as part of a deal to extend the bloc’s curbs for three years, with the two individuals being removed from the sanctions list.
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Iranian President Pezeshkian arrives in New York for UNGA, to address US 'war on Iran' and seek resolution
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and his delegation arrived in New York for the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), where he is scheduled to address the 193-member assembly on Wednesday. Pezesh
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The Wall Street Journal: Xi-Biden Meeting Not Expected to Yield Major Agreements, Will Focus on Trade Truce, AI, and Rare Earths
The Wall Street Journal reported that Chinese President Xi Jinping is unlikely to lead a delegation of Chinese corporate CEOs to Washington this week, lowering expectations for a major business deal b
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Payward's Reap plans to launch a non-USD stablecoin for 24/7 cross-border FX settlement.
Reap, a fintech platform and a principal issuing member of Visa, is preparing to integrate Mexican peso stablecoins into its card, cross-border payment, and treasury management products. The company i
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Donald Trump will meet with leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) on Tuesday during the UN General Assembly to discuss the Iran conflict and shipping issues in the Strait of Hormuz.
The meeting comes as the US-Israel conflict with Iran continues for nearly seven months, with the Strait of Hormuz remaining closed and triggering a global energy crisis. Donald Trump stated that he i
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Argentine President Milei's US Trade Deal Threatened by Demands for Better Terms
Argentine President Milei's US Trade Deal Threatened by Demands for Better Terms
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent warns companies against servicing Iranian airlines, effective Wednesday, as China calls measures "illegal"
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that all Iranian airlines could be shut out of international operations from Wednesday, September 23, warning companies globally against providing service
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Rubio says he is open to meeting with Iran at the UN, according to NBC News
Rubio says he is open to meeting with Iran at the UN, according to NBC News
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Iran hints at potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz within 7 days if the US eases military pressure; WTI crude falls to $89.
According to multiple reports citing a senior Iranian official, Iran could reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days if the United States eases military pressure and lifts the port blockade. Follo
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Hong Kong regulators to provide details on new offshore yuan strategy on Wednesday
Hong Kong's banking and securities regulators are set to provide further details on Wednesday regarding a new phase of offshore yuan development, following recent meetings in Beijing and the city's un
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Goldman Sachs analysts say Turkish investors are primarily moving funds withdrawn during the redemption crisis into Lira deposits.
Goldman Sachs Group analysts stated that Turkish investors, who withdrew funds from money market funds during the redemption crisis, likely transferred most of their savings into lira deposits.
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Two oil tankers were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, after Iran claimed to have received intelligence that the US was planning new attacks.
The UK Maritime Trade Operations agency reported on Monday that two oil tankers were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz. This came a day after Iran stated it had received intelligence that the United St
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USD/KRW fell 1.49% intraday, now trading at 1,355.0136.
USD/KRW fell 1.49% intraday, now trading at 1,355.0136.
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European Central Bank (ECB) Chief Economist Philip R. Lane expects energy shocks to persist longer, with inflation potentially higher and more prolonged, targeting mid-2027.
Philip R. Lane, Chief Economist of the European Central Bank (ECB), stated in an interview with Le Temps that after a second wave of energy price increases, the energy shock is expected to last longer
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FT: Yen carry trade faces risks as Japan's central bank tightens monetary policy
The Financial Times reports that investors who leveraged the yen for higher yields may be forced into a sell-off of those positions as Japan's central bank tightens monetary policy.
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RBNZ Warns Near-Term Inflation May Beat Estimates, Adding to Signs of Another Rate Hike as Soon as October
RBNZ Warns Near-Term Inflation May Beat Estimates, Adding to Signs of Another Rate Hike as Soon as October
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USD/KRW fell 1.09% intraday, now at 1,360.5442.
USD/KRW fell 1.09% intraday, now at 1,360.5442.
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EQ9 Token Analysis: Project Positioning, Market Performance, and Future Development Prospects
The EQ9 (Equals9) token aims to revolutionize the traditional foreign exchange sector by providing low-cost, high-efficiency international currency management services through its Polygon-based technology platform. The project plans to transition to a proprietary chain in the future to further enhance performance. However, EQ9's current market performance faces challenges, with extremely low 24-hour trading volume, significant discrepancies in circulating market capitalization data, and severe price volatility. Investors need to be wary of its liquidity risks and closely monitor the project's subsequent technological developments and market dynamics.
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Goldman Sachs analysts say Turkish investors are primarily moving funds withdrawn during the redemption crisis into Lira deposits.
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Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine, killing at least 3 people and cutting power to nearly 100,000 residents in the Chernihiv region.
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Natural gas is up 5.96% today, currently trading at $3.005.
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LIC reportedly leads bidding in NSE's $2.4 billion India IPO
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Two oil tankers were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, after Iran claimed to have received intelligence that the US was planning new attacks.
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US lithium recycler R3 Lithium eyes Vietnam battery business, in talks with auto, electronics firms and government
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Jefferies: Meta AI agent Muse goes viral, AI PCB market size expected to reach $73 billion by 2030, ABF substrate to reach $30 billion.
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South Korea's antitrust regulator opens preliminary review of Uber's planned $13.7B acquisition of Delivery Hero
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Spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted nearly $1 billion in inflows on Monday, marking their largest single-day inflow since October 6, 2025, and the ninth largest inflow ever.
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Bitcoin ETF flows fluctuate, price breaks $85,000: What does the second half of the bull run hold?
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