Dallas Fed’s Lorie Logan urged no easing guidance, citing uncertainty; next rate move could be hike or cut.
April ISM manufacturing PMI held at 52.7; prices paid jumped, employment fell, new orders rose, DXY slid.
U.S. ISM Manufacturing New Orders Index increased to 54.1 in April, up from 53.5 previously.
ISM Manufacturing PMI hit 52.7 in April, below 53 forecast, signaling expansion continues but at slower pace.
Suspected Japanese intervention spent $34.5bn, strengthening yen; focus shifts to USD/JPY 155–158 amid further action fears.
U.S. S&P Global Manufacturing PMI rose to 54.5 in April, beating 54 forecast, signaling continued factory expansion.
GBP/JPY rebounded after suspected Tokyo intervention; pair eyed resistance 214.50, downside risks persist amid weak yen.
Canada’s S&P Global Manufacturing PMI rose to 53.3 in April, signaling stronger manufacturing conditions and expansion.
AUD/USD hovered near 0.7200 as markets awaited RBA decision; inflation, Middle East risks, and Fed outlook watched.
Makhlouf warned Middle East conflict uncertainty may keep energy prices high; ECB watches inflation expectations, wages, and costs.
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