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USD appears friendless in Asia trade (except for the PBoC propping it up!)
USD appears friendless in Asia trade (except for the PBoC propping it up!)
EUR, AUD, GBP, NZD, CAD and CNH! all rising solidly against the US dolalr
Gold Price Forecast: XAU/USD holds below $3,350 as trade war eases
Gold Price Forecast: XAU/USD holds below $3,350 as trade war eases
The Gold price (XAU/USD) attracts some sellers to near $3,335 during the early Asian session on Monday. The de-escalation of the trade war provides some support to the yellow metal. The FOMC Minute will be the highlight later on Wednesday. 
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EUR/USD rises to near 1.1400 as Trump extends tariff deadline on imports from EU
EUR/USD rises to near 1.1400 as Trump extends tariff deadline on imports from EU
EUR/USD extends its gains for the second successive session, trading around 1.1390 during the Asian hours on Monday. The Euro (EUR) gains ground as Bloomberg reported that US President Donald Trump agreed to extend the 50% tariff deadline on the European Union (EU) until July 9. On Sunday.
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PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 7.1833 vs. 7.1919 previous
PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 7.1833 vs. 7.1919 previous
On Monday, the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) set the USD/CNY central rate for the trading session ahead at 7.1833 as compared to Friday's fix of 7.1919 and 7.1737 Reuters estimate.
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GBP/USD advances beyond mid-1.3500s, fresh high since February 2022
GBP/USD advances beyond mid-1.3500s, fresh high since February 2022
The GBP/USD pair is seen building on last week's strong move up and gaining some follow-through positive traction during the Asian session on Monday. The momentum lifts spot prices beyond the 1.3550 level, to the highest level since February 2022, and is sponsored by a combination of factors.
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Japan signals intent to reach tariff deal with US in June
Japan signals intent to reach tariff deal with US in June
Japan’s chief trade negotiator Ryosei Akazawa indicated his aim to advance tariff talks with the United States in time for a June meeting between US President Donald Trump and Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, per Bloomberg.  
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Reminder - UK and US holidays today, Monday, May 26, 2025 - markets closed
Reminder - UK and US holidays today, Monday, May 26, 2025 - markets closed
Its Spring Bank holiday in the UK and Memorial Day in the US
Iran says discussions with US 'complicated' after fifth round of nuclear talks
Iran says discussions with US 'complicated' after fifth round of nuclear talks
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Friday that discussions with the United States (US) over its nuclear program were complicated as the fifth round of talks concluded in Rome.
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BoC’s Macklem: Trump’s tariffs the “biggest headwind”
BoC’s Macklem: Trump’s tariffs the “biggest headwind”
Bank of Canada Governor Macklem spoke with the New York Times, saying that US President Donald Trump’s tariffs are the biggest headwind for the country. 
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Weekend - Japan PM aims for a trade deal with US by mid-June
Weekend - Japan PM aims for a trade deal with US by mid-June
Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba aims to achieving trade agreement during the Group of Seven summit, June 15.
Russia’s largest drone and missile attack on Ukraine kills at least 12
Russia’s largest drone and missile attack on Ukraine kills at least 12
Ukrainian officials said early Sunday that a massive Russian drone-and-missile attack targeted Kyiv and other regions in the country for a second consecutive night, killing at least 12 people and injuring dozens.
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US President Donald Trump extends deadline for 50% tariffs on EU goods to July 9
US President Donald Trump extends deadline for 50% tariffs on EU goods to July 9
US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that he agreed to an extension on the 50% tariff deadline on the European Union (EU) until July 9 after a phone call with Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, per Bloomberg. 
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AUD/USD extends upside to near 0.6500 amid weaker US Dollar
AUD/USD extends upside to near 0.6500 amid weaker US Dollar
The AUD/USD pair extends the rally to around 0.6500 during the early Asian session on Monday. The persistent trade war fears and the ongoing “sell America” trend drag the US dollar (USD) lower and provide some support to the pair. US markets are closed due to the Memorial Day holiday on Monday. 
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Stand by for Globex opening at the top of the hour
Stand by for Globex opening at the top of the hour
It's the Memorial Day holiday in the US on Monday but CME Globex is opening for trade imminently
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EU's Von der Leyen spoke with Trump, said  EU needs time until July 9 to reach a good deal
EU's Von der Leyen spoke with Trump, said  EU needs time until July 9 to reach a good deal
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen had a phone call with Trump on Sunday
Monday open levels, indicative FX prices, 26 May 2025
Monday open levels, indicative FX prices, 26 May 2025
As is usual for a Monday morning, market liquidity is very thin until it improves as more Asian centres come online ... prices are liable to swing around, so take care out there.
EXANTE, ADSS, Crypto.com, and More: Executive Moves of the Week
EXANTE, ADSS, Crypto.com, and More: Executive Moves of the Week
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EXANTE, ADSS, Crypto.com, and More: Executive Moves of the Week
This week, EXANTE hired Deutsche Bank's former executive Robert Parker as Head of Risk, ADSS's Head of Sales stepped down, Crypto.com added the former IG Group CEO, and Fusion Markets added the For...
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Vietnam to Block Messaging App Telegram
Vietnam to Block Messaging App Telegram
News Discussion Forum
by Finance Magnates
Vietnam to Block Messaging App Telegram
Vietnam, a Southeast Asian country with a population of over 100 million, is going to block access to Telegram for failing to cooperate with local authorities in addressing crimes committed on the ...
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Week in Review: iForex to Go Pubic in Late June, Prop firm FundedNext Enters Brokerage Space
Week in Review: iForex to Go Pubic in Late June, Prop firm FundedNext Enters Brokerage Space
News Discussion Forum
by Finance Magnates
Week in Review: iForex to Go Pubic in Late June, Prop firm FundedNext Enters Brokerage Space
Crypto.com acquires CySEC-regulated broker . Cryptocurrency exchange Crypto.com obtained a Markets in Financial Instruments Directive license through its acquisition of Cyprus-based A.
Forexlive Americas FX news wrap 23 May: Pres. Trump is not partial to who he tariffs
Forexlive Americas FX news wrap 23 May: Pres. Trump is not partial to who he tariffs
Forex news for North American trading on May 23, 2025
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USD/CHF Price Forecast: Sinks to a two-week low near 0.8200 amid safe-haven demand
USD/CHF Price Forecast: Sinks to a two-week low near 0.8200 amid safe-haven demand
USD/CHF continues to weaken as the downtrend extends past 0.8250, as the pair loses almost 1%. Investors seeking safety bought the Swiss Franc (CHF) after US President Donald Trump threatened to enact tariffs of 50% on the European Union (EU) and 25% on Apple’s iPhone manufactured overseas.
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US yields slide as Trump tariff threats rattle markets, fuel ‘Sell America’ trend
US yields slide as Trump tariff threats rattle markets, fuel ‘Sell America’ trend
US Treasury yields fall across the whole curve following Trump’s threats to impose tariffs on Apple’s iPhones not manufactured in the US and duties on European imports. At the time of writing, the US 10-year Treasury note yield is down two basis points at 4.509%.
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Sefcovic: EU stands ready to defend its interests
Sefcovic: EU stands ready to defend its interests
Comments from the EU trade chief after a call with US counterpart
Canadian Dollar soars as markets pull away from Greenback on Friday
Canadian Dollar soars as markets pull away from Greenback on Friday
The Canadian Dollar (CAD) caught a huge boost from market-wide Greenback weakness on Friday. The Loonie climbed over a full percent against the waffling US Dollar (USD) following a fresh batch of eerily-familiar-looking tariff threats from United States (US) President Donald Trump.
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NZD/USD surges toward 0.6000 amid resilient Retail Sales figures and USD weakness
NZD/USD surges toward 0.6000 amid resilient Retail Sales figures and USD weakness
The New Zealand Dollar (NZD) has strengthened against the US Dollar (USD) on Friday, buoyed by positive Retail Sales data and a weaker Greenback.
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EUR/USD snaps back above 1.1300 as Trump's tariff salvo roils markets
EUR/USD snaps back above 1.1300 as Trump's tariff salvo roils markets
EUR/USD recovered during the mid-North American session on Friday after diving below 1.1300 after US President Donald Trump rattled the markets by threatening to impose 50% tariffs on the European Union (EU). At the time of writing, the pair recovered and climbed to around 1.1350
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US Dollar Index dives to two-week low on Trump’s tariff threats and fiscal jitters
US Dollar Index dives to two-week low on Trump’s tariff threats and fiscal jitters
The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the value of the US Dollar (USD) against a basket of six major currencies, slumps sharply on Friday, down over 1.8% for the week after posting a modest gain on Thursday to trade around 99.10 near a two-week low, ahead of the weekend. 
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