Monthly Archives: February 2026
Gold prices in the United Arab Emirates rose today, according to FXStreet data
Written on February 25, 2026 at 9:11 am, by davin
UAE gold ticked up Wednesday: AED 611.76/gram, AED 7,135.46/tola. FXStreet converts via USD/AED. Fed rate cuts, softer dollar, and heavy central-bank buying support prices; watch US data. – vtmarketsmy.com
After Trump’s address, the US dollar slips, pulling USD/CHF to around 0.7730 and below 0.7750 in Europe
Written on February 25, 2026 at 9:11 am, by davin
USD/CHF slides near 0.7730 as Trump’s tariff talk revives dollar doubts. Swiss GDP and US PPI loom. Iran tensions boost franc demand, while Fed-SNB policy gap and SNB intervention risk. – vtmarketsmy.com
FXStreet-compiled figures show Pakistan’s gold prices rose, increasing from the previous update.
Written on February 25, 2026 at 9:10 am, by davin
Gold just got pricier in Pakistan: prices climbed to PKR 46,590/gram and PKR 543,428/tola. Central-bank buying, inflation, Fed-rate expectations, dollar moves, and geopolitical risks keep gold attractive. – vtmarketsmy.com
AUD/JPY stays above 110.00 after Australian CPI, rising for a second straight session in Asian trading hours
Written on February 25, 2026 at 8:11 am, by davin
AUD/JPY climbed near 110.10 as hot Aussie inflation boosted RBA hike bets and yen weakened. But 2026 flips the script: cooler CPI, possible RBA cut, BOJ hikes—bearish downside ahead. – vtmarketsmy.com
USD/CAD stays near monthly highs as traders await Trump’s State of the Union, leaving the Canadian dollar directionless
Written on February 25, 2026 at 8:11 am, by davin
USD/CAD hovers near 1.3700 as Trump and Fed remarks clash with oil-supported loonie. Fast-forward to 2026: BoC cuts, Fed holds—policy divergence drives upside; consider USD/CAD call spreads. – vtmarketsmy.com
With US crude inventories rising, WTI hovers near $66 as traders closely watch US-Iran developments
Written on February 25, 2026 at 8:11 am, by davin
WTI slips as US crude inventories surge, with EIA data expected. Meanwhile, US-Iran tensions threaten volatility. Traders face a two-sided market: consider options straddles/strangles or protective puts. – vtmarketsmy.com
PBOC fixes USD/CNY at 6.9321 vs 6.9414 prior, diverging from Reuters’ 6.8824 estimate
Written on February 25, 2026 at 8:10 am, by davin
China’s central bank set a stronger yuan fix at 6.9321, signaling controlled appreciation. With exports rising and dollar softness, expect capped USD/CNY moves—favor selling volatility and cautious long-yuan trades. – vtmarketsmy.com
US Dollar Index Declines Amid Tariff Uncertainty
Written on February 25, 2026 at 7:42 am, by ahmad
The US Dollar Index (USDX) fell beneath 97.8 on Wednesday, surrendering a portion of the prior session’s advance as renewed doubts over trade policy weighed on the currency. During his State of the Union speech, President Donald Trump gave no signal that tariff measures would be relaxed. Instead, he voiced confidence that overseas governments wouldContinue Reading
China-led liquidation pushes XAG/USD lower for a second session, trading near $87.20 per ounce
Written on February 25, 2026 at 7:12 am, by davin
Silver slid near $87 as China’s forced liquidation and stricter delivery rules hit prices, plus a stronger dollar. Yet supply deficits, EV/AI demand, and solar tech shifts keep bullish upside alive. – vtmarketsmy.com
ABS data showed Australia’s January CPI inflation held at 3.8% year on year, above the 3.7% forecast
Written on February 25, 2026 at 7:12 am, by davin
Australia’s inflation surprised: CPI held at 3.8% (above forecasts), boosting AUD/USD. With core inflation sticky, jobs tight, and iron ore rising, markets may bet on another RBA hike. – vtmarketsmy.com
