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Dollar volatility under Trump
Short-term volatility is likely to continue. Headlines, political speeches, and rumors could push the dollar in either direction, reflecting the “yo-yo” behavior Trump described.
28 Jan 2026, 08:39
The dollar wobbles ahead of fed decision
The dollar index held around 97 on Tuesday as the Federal Reserve’s two-day policy meeting gets underway later in the day. The central bank is widely expected to keep rates unchanged, though concerns about its independence from political pressure remain in focus.
27 Jan 2026, 08:46
Trade pressure returns to center stage
US President Donald Trump warned that Canada could face 100% tariffs on all exports to the United States if it proceeds with deeper trade ties with China. His comments came after Canada and China reached an agreement to lower selected trade barriers.
26 Jan 2026, 09:05
Australia’s economy hits its stride
The Australian Dollar held near $0.684, close to a sixteen-month high, as investors priced in tighter monetary policy. Market sentiment has been buoyed not just by employment numbers but also by the upbeat PMI data, signaling that both manufacturing and services sectors are accelerating. Interest rate swaps now indicate a 55.7% chance of a February hike, with over 80% odds of a rate increase by May, reflecting how quickly the market adjusts to economic signals.
23 Jan 2026, 09:02
BOJ holds rates as firmer inflation outlook adds a hawkish tilt
The Bank of Japan kept its policy rate unchanged at 0.75% but delivered a more assertive inflation message, reinforcing expectations that the next rate hike could arrive sooner than markets had assumed.
23 Jan 2026, 08:19
China’s silver exports surge, easing fears of imminent curbs
China shipped the largest volume of silver overseas in more than a decade last year, a data point that undercuts market anxiety about looming export restrictions and suggests the recent rally in the metal has been fueled more by perception than policy.
22 Jan 2026, 09:35
RBNZ expectations for a tighter monetary policy
The New Zealand dollar has risen to around $0.585, hitting a four-month high, despite the official cash rate sitting at a low 2.25% the lowest since July 2022 the combination of above-target inflation and firming economic growth is tilting market expectations toward a tightening cycle. Investors are increasingly betting that the RBNZ will begin lifting rates later this year.
22 Jan 2026, 09:02
Labour market signals and inflation rise
Regular pay excluding bonuses rose 4.5% year-on-year. With wage growth cooling and December’s CPI print at 3.4%, slightly above expectations, the Bank of England faces a delicate balancing act. If inflation stabilizes or slows in the coming months, it may strengthen the case for a continued policy pause, keeping rates on hold until there is clearer evidence of sustained disinflation.
21 Jan 2026, 09:04
US 10-year yields market repricing
US 10-year Treasury yields moved decisively higher in post-holiday trading, pushing above the 4.25% level and marking the highest yield seen since early September. The upcoming PCE inflation readings are especially critical, as they represent the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge. evidence of cooling inflation or weakening consumer demand could stabilize yields.
20 Jan 2026, 08:58
China’s economy at the start of 2026
China enters 2026 with a mixed economic picture. Recent data show a clear pickup in industrial activity toward the end of 2025, even as broader economic growth slows and structural pressures persist. Markets are now weighing whether policy support and exports can offset weak domestic demand and rising global uncertainty.
19 Jan 2026, 09:25