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The USD/JPY fluctuated today, dropping below 149.60 after initial yen weakness from inflation data.
Written on February 28, 2025 at 7:03 am, by anakin
USD/JPY fell from above 150.10 to below 149.60 after Tokyo inflation data signaled yen weakness.
China’s top leadership announced plans to adopt a more active macroeconomic policy to boost domestic demand.
Written on February 28, 2025 at 6:37 am, by anakin
China’s macro policy aims to boost demand, impacting Australia’s exports, Trade Balance, and AUD value amid market fluctuations.
Japan’s January retail sales rose 3.9% annually, slightly below the 4.0% forecasted figure.
Written on February 28, 2025 at 6:32 am, by anakin
Japan’s retail sales grew 3.9% in January, while February’s Tokyo CPI rose 2.9%, weakening the yen.
January saw an increase in South Africa’s private sector credit, rising to 4.59% from 3.83%.
Written on February 28, 2025 at 6:07 am, by anakin
South Africa’s private sector credit rose to 4.59% in January, up from 3.83% the previous month.
Tokyo’s CPI rose 2.9% year-on-year, lower than anticipated, prompting a surge in USD/JPY.
Written on February 28, 2025 at 6:02 am, by anakin
Tokyo’s February CPI rose 2.9% YoY, below expectations. USD/JPY increased, signaling reduced BOJ rate hike pressure.
Following Uchida’s comments, EUR/JPY trades around 155.30, facing pressure for four consecutive days.
Written on February 28, 2025 at 5:37 am, by anakin
EUR/JPY declines to 155.30 as BoJ signals rate hikes, Tokyo CPI slows, and trade tensions persist.
OPEC+ shows reluctance to proceed with the planned oil output increase, favouring a delay instead.
Written on February 28, 2025 at 5:32 am, by anakin
OPEC+ debates an April oil output hike; Russia, UAE support it, but Saudi Arabia prefers a delay.
XAG/USD shows resilience near the $31.15 zone, recovering from a four-week low.
Written on February 28, 2025 at 5:07 am, by anakin
Silver holds above the 100-day SMA at $31.15, with key levels at $30.00 support and $33.40 resistance.
Japanese unions advocate for record salary increases amid rising costs and strong prior wage trends.
Written on February 28, 2025 at 5:02 am, by anakin
Japanese labour unions seek record wage increases amid rising living costs, reinforcing arguments for Bank of Japan rate hikes.
Under pressure, the Australian Dollar continues to decline as the US Dollar strengthens amid rising risk aversion.
Written on February 28, 2025 at 4:37 am, by anakin
AUD declines for six days amid US tariffs; RBA concerns, trade risks, and economic factors influence outlook.
