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Gold prices rise as Fed signals rate cut in September

Gold prices extended their gains as dovish signals from the Federal Reserve Chair boosted expectations for an interest rate cut in September. Discover how these developments may impact the market and traders in the short term -vtmarkets.com

Soybean and corn prices rise on strong demand signals and crop tour insights

Key points: Soybean and corn futures on the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) ticked higher on Wednesday as signs of stronger demand and positive yield forecasts from the ongoing Pro Farmer crop tour lent support to prices. The most-active soybean contract rose 0.2% to $9.77-1/2 a bushel, while corn edged up 0.4% to $3.99-3/4 aContinue Reading

Dollar hits seven-month low on rate cut expectations; Powell’s speech in spotlight

On Tuesday, the U.S. dollar hovered near its lowest point in seven months, driven by increasing expectations that the Federal Reserve may begin cutting interest rates as soon as next month.

Dollar eases on weak U.S. inflation data; kiwi plummets following rate cut

The U.S. dollar started Wednesday on shaky ground after tumbling overnight against major currencies, driven by a surprisingly benign reading on U.S. producer prices. This report has amplified expectations that the Federal Reserve might lean towards rate cuts later this year.

Australian dollar rises on hawkish hold from the RBA 

The Australian dollar appreciates to near one-week high after RBA maintains cash rate at 4.35% and warns inflation remains high. US Fed rate cuts also influence the Aussie.

Japanese yen strengthens on BOJ rate hike speculations 

The Japanese yen climbs high at 145 per dollar, driven by BOJ rate hike expectations and weak US jobs data. Explore the market implications and opportunities.

Dollar and yen remain steady as markets await BOJ and Fed decisions

The Japanese yen took a breather from its recent rally as the BOJ began its two-day meeting on Tuesday. Last week, the yen surged over 2% against the dollar.

What forex traders need to know about BRICS’ de-dollarisation efforts

The dollar is king, but it is at risk of losing its throne.

Rupee edges higher with Asian peers; India awaits budget

The Indian rupee saw a modest rise on Tuesday, trading at 83.6250 against the U.S. dollar as of 09:30 a.m. IST, up slightly from its previous close of 83.6575.

Dollar eases as Biden withdraws reelection bid; yuan remains steady after rate cut

The dollar eased on Monday following U.S. President Joe Biden’s decision to end his reelection campaign, which opens the door for another Democrat to challenge Donald Trump. Will Kamala Harris’ bid prove to be sufficient?

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