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Despite encouraging economic data from the UK, the British pound is expected to experience further downward adjustment against the euro. Positive indicators in GDP growth, industrial production, and housing market optimism contrast with market positioning that favors additional sterling weakness. ING analysts highlight the likelihood of continued p…
Recent UK economic data reveals unexpected strength in GDP and industrial production, accompanied by improving sentiment in the housing market. However, sustained underweight positioning by asset managers suggests ongoing vulnerability for the British pound against the euro. ING forecasts a continuation of the sterling correction with further depre…
The UK economy showed encouraging signs with November GDP and industrial output surpassing expectations, alongside a more upbeat housing market. Despite these positives, the British pound remains under pressure against the euro, with analysts forecasting further depreciation and earlier-than-expected monetary policy easing by the Bank of England.
The Canton Network consortium has successfully executed a third round of intraday repo transactions that broaden the scope of on-chain secured financing to include multiple currencies, diverse collateral types, and cross-border settlements. Utilizing tokenized commercial bank deposits provided through LSEG's Digital Settlement House alongside token…
In a detailed interview from the Oval Office, President Trump addressed various contentious topics including public dissent over Greenland policy, the Federal Reserve investigation, economic conditions, Iran's political unrest, peace efforts in the Middle East and Ukraine, law enforcement incidents, and Republican prospects in upcoming midterm elec…
Bitcoin prices stabilized around $95,500 following a recent rebound driven partly by a significant corporate acquisition. Market participants are now focused on a delayed U.S. Senate bill that aims to establish clearer cryptocurrency regulations. Opposition from key industry players like Coinbase reflects the ongoing tension between regulatory ambi…
Asian currency markets exhibited relative stability on Thursday, with the Japanese yen hovering near its lowest level in 18 months due to concerns over a possible snap election. Meanwhile, the South Korean won retreated after a temporary gain triggered by supportive remarks from U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. The U.S. dollar index remained …
Asian currency markets showed limited movement with the Japanese yen nearing its lowest level in 18 months due to speculation of a snap election and debates over fiscal policies. The South Korean won experienced a reversal of earlier gains after comments from U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, while other regional currencies remained relatively…
Asian currency markets exhibited limited movement Thursday, with the Japanese yen hovering near its lowest in a year and a half amid speculation over a potential snap election. Meanwhile, the South Korean won gave back some of its recent gains following U.S. Treasury remarks supporting the currency. The U.S. dollar remained steady near recent highs…
Asian currencies exhibited limited movement, with the Japanese yen approaching its lowest point in 18 months amid snap election speculation, and the South Korean won reversing recent gains after U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent highlighted a disconnect between the currency's depreciation and economic fundamentals. Meanwhile, the U.S. dollar in…
Asian currencies showed little overall movement on Thursday, with the Japanese yen holding close to 18-month lows amid speculation of a snap election and proposed fiscal expansion in Japan. The South Korean won reversed recent gains following supportive remarks by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, while other regional currencies remained relat…
In a detailed Oval Office interview, President Donald Trump discussed his views on Federal Reserve independence, U.S. involvement in Ukraine, the political situation in Venezuela, the upcoming midterm elections, and implications for Cuba. He expressed opinions on Federal Reserve leadership, the complexities of peace negotiations in Ukraine, and evo…
President Donald Trump offered a tempered response to the fatal shooting of Minnesota resident Renee Good by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer Jonathan Ross. Describing the event as "sad to see on both sides," Trump refrained from outright judgment while reaffirming his commitment to increased ICE presence in U.S. cities to address …
GooMoney, a decentralized treasury protocol anchored in Bitcoin, announced strategic commitments amounting to 200 BTC, equivalent to $19.3 million, marking the successful completion of Stage 1 of its Fair Launch. The company aims to grow its treasury to 1,000 BTC with a public launch set for late January 2026. GooMoney’s model emphasizes producing …
The 'Human vs AI' live trading competition organized by Aster concluded after a two-week contest amidst turbulent market conditions. The event showcased AI's consistent risk control capabilities while recognizing the opportunity-seizing edge human traders can leverage. Although human trader ProMint emerged as champion with positive returns, AI agen…
The Japanese yen has experienced significant depreciation against the U.S. dollar in 2024, reaching an 18-month low. Societe Generale analysts challenge the assumption that this decline will continue unabated, pointing to shifts in market sentiment and fiscal policy developments that could indicate a potential reversal or trading opportunity.
The Japanese yen has weakened to an 18-month low against the U.S. dollar amid concerns over fiscal and monetary policy shifts in Japan. Societe Generale casts doubt on whether the yen’s depreciation has peaked, urging investors to consider cautious approaches amid political uncertainties and yield volatility.
The Japanese yen, having weakened to an 18-month low against the U.S. dollar, faces scrutiny from Societe Generale regarding whether its depreciation has reached its final phase. Discussions center around potential shifts in fiscal policy and parliamentary schedules influenced by political developments in Japan, suggesting that current currency mov…
The Japanese yen has recently weakened to an 18-month low against the US dollar, with USD/JPY retreating from a one-year peak amid concerns over Japan's fiscal policy and forthcoming elections. Societe Generale highlights that this decline could be near its end, urging caution for traders confident in further currency depreciation.
The Japanese yen has experienced significant depreciation against the US dollar in early 2024, reaching the lowest point in 18 months. Societe Generale analysts question whether this trend has peaked, highlighting political and fiscal uncertainties influencing the currency's trajectory. Despite recent highs in USD/JPY exchange rate, conditions may …
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent addressed the downturn of the Korean won, asserting it deviates from South Korea's solid economic fundamentals. After discussions with South Korean Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol concerning currency volatility and bilateral economic cooperation, the won reversed a series of losses, reflecting improved investor …
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasized that the recent depreciation of the South Korean won is inconsistent with the nation’s strong economic fundamentals. In discussions with South Korean Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol, Bessent expressed concerns over excessive fluctuations in the foreign exchange market and reiterated the importance of …
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent recently voiced concerns regarding the depreciation of the South Korean won, stating it does not align with the country's robust economic fundamentals. Discussions with South Korean Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol focused on exchange rate volatility, economic collaboration, and ongoing trade agreements aimed at st…
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent addressed the recent decline in the Korean won, emphasizing that its depreciation does not align with South Korea's robust economic fundamentals. Following discussions with South Korean Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol, Bessent reiterated the importance of stable foreign exchange markets and the strong bilateral …
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expressed concerns over the Korean won's recent depreciation, stating it does not align with South Korea's strong economic fundamentals. In discussions with South Korean Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol, they addressed foreign exchange market volatility and emphasized strengthening bilateral economic ties, follow…
