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AUD/USD Price Forecast: Sits near two-month high, above mid-0.6300s ahead of FOMC minutes

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AUD/USD Price Forecast: Sits near two-month high, above mid-0.6300s ahead of FOMC minutes

The AUD/USD pair regains positive traction following the previous day's modest downtick and sticks to its positive bias through the first half of the European session amid a modest US Dollar (USD) downtick.

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GBP/USD: Unlikely to break clearly above 1.2655 – UOB Group

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GBP/USD: Unlikely to break clearly above 1.2655 – UOB Group

Chance for Pound Sterling (GBP) to edge higher vs US Dollar (USD), but it is unlikely to break clearly above 1.2655.

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GBP: Inflation rebound not concerning – ING

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GBP: Inflation rebound not concerning – ING

The release of January’s UK inflation data this morning has had little impact on the pound.

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NZDUSD Technical Analysis – RBNZ’s Orr revises the neutral rate higher

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NZDUSD Technical Analysis – RBNZ’s Orr revises the neutral rate higher

The NZDUSD pair whipsaws on the RBZN’s 50 bps cut and less dovish Governor Orr’s comments. What’s next?

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EUR: Weakening across the board – ING

The rise in the German ZEW index yesterday was likely due to improved investors' sentiment ahead of expectations for a market-friendly change in government, but does not seem to mirror any real change in sentiment on growth, ING’s FX analysts Francesco Pesole notes.

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EUR/USD weakens as US Dollar rises ahead of FOMC minutes

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EUR/USD weakens as US Dollar rises ahead of FOMC minutes

EUR/USD declines to near 1.0420 in Wednesday’s early North American session as the US Dollar (USD) extends its upside due to multiple tailwinds.

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EUR/USD can dip to 1.0430 before recovering – UOB Group

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EUR/USD can dip to 1.0430 before recovering – UOB Group

Euro (EUR) could dip to 1.0430 vs US Dollar (USD) before recovering; the strong support at 1.0415 is unlikely to come under threat.

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Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD seems poised to retest multi-month top, around $33.40 area

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Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD seems poised to retest multi-month top, around $33.40 area

Silver (XAG/USD) attracts some dip-buyers in the vicinity of the $32.00 round figure and turns positive for the third consecutive day on Wednesday.

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NZD/USD holds gains above 0.5700 as US Dollar depreciates ahead of FOMC Minutes

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NZD/USD holds gains above 0.5700 as US Dollar depreciates ahead of FOMC Minutes

NZD/USD retraces its recent losses from the previous session, trading near 0.5720 during European hours on Wednesday.

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USDJPY Technical Analysis – Higher Treasury yields limit the JPY gains

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USDJPY Technical Analysis – Higher Treasury yields limit the JPY gains

The USDJPY pair continues to pull back with the price now trading near a key resistance zone. What’s next?

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European indices open lightly changed to start the day

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European indices open lightly changed to start the day

Not much appetite in broader markets as the session gets underway

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ECB’s Panetta: Signs of weakness in Eurozone economy are more persistent than anticipated

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ECB’s Panetta: Signs of weakness in Eurozone economy are more persistent than anticipated

European Central Bank (ECB) policymaker Fabio Panetta said on Wednesday, “signs of weakness in Eurozone economy are more persistent than anticipated.” Further comments We expected a recovery driven by consumer spending.

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Pound Sterling weakens against USD ahead of FOMC minutes

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Pound Sterling weakens against USD ahead of FOMC minutes

The Pound Sterling slides to near 1.2580 against the US Dollar (USD) in Wednesday’s North American session.

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Beeks’ H1 FY25 Profit Jumps 31%, “Trading in Line with Expectations”

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Beeks’ H1 FY25 Profit Jumps 31%, “Trading in Line with Expectations”

Beeks Financial Cloud Group (AIM: BKS) released a trading update today (Wednesday), expecting to close the first six months of the fiscal year 2025 with £15.

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GBP/JPY holds losses near 191.50 following UK inflation data

GBP/JPY remains under pressure near 191.50 during early European trading on Wednesday, following the release of UK inflation data.

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Prop Firm Alpha Capital Revives Floor Trading Model in Bet Against "Demo" Trend

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By Finance Magnates

Prop Firm Alpha Capital Revives Floor Trading Model in Bet Against "Demo" Trend

The prop firm Alpha Capital Group is introducing Alpha Prime, a professional trading initiative that marks a return to traditional proprietary trading, offering selected investors the opportunity to trade on the professional trading floor.

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Solana and XRP Prices Take a Tumble: What's Behind the Crypto Crash?

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By Finance Magnates

Solana and XRP Prices Take a Tumble: What's Behind the Crypto Crash?

Solana and XRP prices plummet amid political scandals and regulatory challenges, leaving investors questioning the future of the cryptocurrencies.

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Crude Oil price today: WTI price bullish, according to FXStreet data

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Crude Oil price today: WTI price bullish, according to FXStreet data

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) Oil price advances on Wednesday, according to FXStreet data.

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What are the main events for today?

The highlights include the US Housing Starts and Building Permits, and the FOMC Meeting Minutes

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Doo Group Volume Hits Seven-Month Low in January 2025 as Trading Slows

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By Finance Magnates

Doo Group Volume Hits Seven-Month Low in January 2025 as Trading Slows

Doo Group reported its lowest monthly trading volume since June 2024, with January figures reaching $107.01 billion, as seasonal factors and market adjustments impacted trading activity.

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EUR/GBP remains capped below 0.8300 after hotter UK CPI data

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EUR/GBP remains capped below 0.8300 after hotter UK CPI data

The EUR/GBP cross weakens to near 0.8285 during the early European trading hours on Wednesday.

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Forex Today: Focus shifts to mid-tier US data, FOMC Minutes, after UK inflation and RBNZ cut

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Forex Today: Focus shifts to mid-tier US data, FOMC Minutes, after UK inflation and RBNZ cut

Here is what you need to know on Wednesday, February 19: Investors observe heightened volatility in some currencies early Wednesday following key data releases and central bank decisions.

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Eurostoxx futures -0.1% in early European trading

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Eurostoxx futures -0.1% in early European trading

A more tentative mood after the light changes yesterday

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UK January CPI +3.0% vs +2.8% y/y expected

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UK January CPI +3.0% vs +2.8% y/y expected

Latest data released by ONS - 19 February 2025

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Three CEOs to Succeed Lutnick at BGC as He Takes U.S. Commerce Post

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By Finance Magnates

Three CEOs to Succeed Lutnick at BGC as He Takes U.S. Commerce Post

BGC Group (NASDAQ: BGC ) announced a major leadership overhaul as Howard Lutnick, its longtime Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, steps down following his confirmation as the 41st U.S. Secretary of Commerce by the Senate.

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Carla Nemr Leaves Tauro Markets after 5 Months, Joins CFI

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Carla Nemr Leaves Tauro Markets after 5 Months, Joins CFI

Carla Nemr left the newly launched Tauro Markets after about five months to join the established forex and contracts for differences (CFDs) brand, CFI Financial Group, as the Global Director of Bus...

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BoJ’s Takata: Won't comment on JGB yield levels

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BoJ’s Takata: Won't comment on JGB yield levels

Bank of Japan (BoJ) Board Member Hajime Takata is back on the wires this Wednesday, saying that he “won't comment on Japanese government bond (JGB) yield levels.” Additional quotes Long-term interest rates moving in line with state of Japan's economy.

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FX option expiries for Feb 19 NY cut

FX option expiries for Feb 19 NY cut at 10:00 Eastern Time via DTCC can be found below.

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USD/CHF softens below 0.9050 as traders await FOMC Minutes

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USD/CHF softens below 0.9050 as traders await FOMC Minutes

The USD/CHF pair softens to near 0.9030 during the early European session on Wednesday.

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FX option expiries for 19 February 10am New York cut

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FX option expiries for 19 February 10am New York cut

A look at what is on the board for today

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BitGo Expands Support for Institutions: Launches Crypto OTC Trading Desk

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By Finance Magnates

BitGo Expands Support for Institutions: Launches Crypto OTC Trading Desk

BitGo, known for offering crypto custody solutions, has expanded its services by announcing yesterday (Tuesday) the launch of an over-the-counter (OTC) trading desk, specifically targeting institut...

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USD/CAD Price Forecast: Could test 1.4200 barrier near nine-day EMA

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USD/CAD Price Forecast: Could test 1.4200 barrier near nine-day EMA

The USD/CAD pair gives up its recent gains from the previous session, trading near 1.4180 during Asian hours on Wednesday.

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NZD/JPY struggles to capitalize on bounce from post-RBNZ low, remains below 87.00

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NZD/JPY struggles to capitalize on bounce from post-RBNZ low, remains below 87.00

The NZD/JPY cross rebounds around 80-85 pips from a one-week trough touched during the Asian session on Wednesday and touches a fresh daily high, around the 87.00 mark in the last hour.

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ForexLive Asia-Pacific FX news wrap: RBNZ’s 3rd consecutive 50bp rate cut, NZD higher

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ForexLive Asia-Pacific FX news wrap: RBNZ’s 3rd consecutive 50bp rate cut, NZD higher

Forex news for Asian trading on Wednesday, February 19, 2025

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EUR/USD holds positive ground near 1.0450, FOMC Minutes in focus

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EUR/USD holds positive ground near 1.0450, FOMC Minutes in focus

The EUR/USD pair posts modest gains to around 1.0450 during the Asian trading hours on Wednesday, bolstered by the weakening of the US Dollar (USD).

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India Gold price today: Gold falls, according to FXStreet data

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India Gold price today: Gold falls, according to FXStreet data

Gold prices fell in India on Wednesday, according to data compiled by FXStreet.

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Gold price consolidates near all-time peak; looks to FOMC minutes for fresh impetus

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Gold price consolidates near all-time peak; looks to FOMC minutes for fresh impetus

Gold price (XAU/USD) attracts some sellers during the Asian session on Wednesday and erodes a part of the previous day's strong move back up closer to the record high.

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