The Chinese yuan is cratering against several major currency rivals to start the trading week. After the US government unexpectedly raised tariffs on $200 billion in Chinese goods, Beijing responded by raising tariffs on $60 billion worth of American products. On Monday, the Ministry of Finance announced that it would be increasing their tariffs on more than 5,100 US goods, ranging from 5% to 25%. The highest rate will target … “Chinese Yuan Craters on Tariff Retaliation, Auto Sales”
Month: May 2019
Japanese Yen Profits from Risk Aversion Caused by Trade Wars
The Japanese yen surged against the majority of most-traded currencies today as the negative market sentiment drove investors towards safer assets. The yen posted losses versus the Swiss franc, which also profited from its role of a safe haven, though by now the Japanese currency has trimmed its losses. As for news from Japan itself, the Cabinet Office reported that the leading index slipped to 96.3% in March from 97.1% in February. The reading … “Japanese Yen Profits from Risk Aversion Caused by Trade Wars”
Aussie Sinks as US-China Trade Tensions Sour Market Sentiment
The Australian dollar sank today, leading the decline among riskier commodity currencies, as the market sentiment deteriorated amid escalating trade tensions between China and the United States. Domestic macroeconomic data was not helpful to the Aussie either. The Australian Bureau of Statistics reported that the total seasonally adjusted number of home loans dropped by 2.5% in March from the previous month. That is instead of rising 2.2% as analysts had predicted. But … “Aussie Sinks as US-China Trade Tensions Sour Market Sentiment”
Euro Rallies on Chinaâs Retaliatory Measures, Drops Shortly After
The euro today leapt to new monthly highs against the US dollar after news reports suggested that China was planning retaliatory tariffs on US exports. According to the Guardian, China is set to implement a 25% tariff on $60 billion worth of US imports as well as halting bond purchases among other measures. The EUR/USD currency pair today rallied from a … “Euro Rallies on Chinaâs Retaliatory Measures, Drops Shortly After”
3 reasons for the dollar’s fall on China’s retaliation
China is retaliating with tariffs and threats of taking further measures The greenback is falling sharply against majors. There are three reasons for the fall of the USD. The US Dollar has sunk after China announced launched its torpedo countermeasures in retaliation to the new US tariffs. So far, the ongoing negotiations provided hopes that it … “3 reasons for the dollar’s fall on China’s retaliation”
UK wages and unemployment are unlikely to rock the pound
GBP/USD struggles with 1.3000, not going anywhere fast. Brexit continues tearing Britain’s main parties apart and talks are closer to breaking up. The technical outlook leans to the downside for the currency pair. Nigel Farage’s new Brexit party will receive more votes than the Conservatives and Labour combined in the upcoming European elections, according to a weekend … “UK wages and unemployment are unlikely to rock the pound”
US Dollar Outlook for Week of May 13-17, 2019
The US dollar ended the previous trading week relatively soft as markets were digesting the news that the United States decided to implement tariffs on Chinese goods. The developments in the trade negotiations between the world’s two biggest economies are likely to affect the greenback during the current trading week, though US macroeconomic data can have its impact as well. It seemed that the USA and China were close to reaching a trade deal, … “US Dollar Outlook for Week of May 13-17, 2019”
One Last Chance for the Bulls on USD/JPY
Under the 110.27 support area and still with an overall bullish bias, the US dollar versus the Japanese yen currency pair has what it takes for yet another upwards move. Long-term perspective After the decline etched by the confirmation of 112.20 as resistance on April 24, 2019, the price pierced the first major support at 110.27 and made a new low — at least for the time being — at 109.46. Of course, one could say that after such … “One Last Chance for the Bulls on USD/JPY”
Cryptos: What’s next after the Sunday surge?
Cryptocurrencies have shot higher over the weekend as more money pours in. Bitcoin jumped by around $1,000 and the others also pushed higher. Here are the levels to watch according to the Confluence Detector. The Tether scandal may belong to the past, at least according to recent price action. Digital coins are not constrained by … “Cryptos: What’s next after the Sunday surge?”
Canadian Dollar Jumps on Stellar Employment Data
The Canadian dollar climbed on Friday after employment data demonstrated a shockingly good result for April. The disappointing housing report had hardly any impact on the currency. Statistics Canada reported that the number of employed people jumped by as much as 106,500 in April from the previous month, almost ten times the forecast amount of 11,700! The notable gains were in part-time work for youth. Furthermore, the unemployment rate ticked down unexpectedly from 5.8% to 5.7%. … “Canadian Dollar Jumps on Stellar Employment Data”