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Iran’s Foreign Minister Araghchi warns against US threats
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has warned through a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, that the deal with United States (US) could be hampered if the nation continues with its threats. “Negotiations on a final deal will not commence if threats continue.
New Zealand Dollar: RBNZ hike seen but path questioned – Commerzbank
Volkmar Baur at Commerzbank expects the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) to raise rates at its July meeting to reinforce its inflation-fighting credentials, which should initially support the New Zealand Dollar (NZD).
Japanese Yen ticks up above 162.00 US Dollar and eases intervention risks
The Japanese Yen (JPY) posts minor gains amid a somewhat softer US Dollar (USD) on Tuesday. The USD/JPY pair has pulled back to session lows just below 162.00 from Monday's highs in the 162.40 area, easing concerns about an immediate intervention by the Japanese authorities.
Federal Reserve: New communication risks under Warsh – BNY
BNY Markets’ John Velis and David Tam examine upcoming Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) minutes from Kevin Warsh’s first meeting as Chair.
GBP/USD Price Forecast: Stability above 20-day EMA backs further upside
The British Pound (GBP) ticks lower to near 1.3380 against the US Dollar (USD) during the European trading session on Tuesday. The GBP/USD pair edges down as the US Dollar gains slightly; however, the Cable is broadly upbeat.
Switzerland Foreign Currency Reserves rose from previous 711BÂ to 759B in June
Switzerland Foreign Currency Reserves rose from previous 711BÂ to 759B in June
Austria Wholesale Prices n.s.a (MoM) declined to -0.7% in June from previous 0.1%
Austria Wholesale Prices n.s.a (MoM) declined to -0.7% in June from previous 0.1%
Austria Wholesale Prices n.s.a (YoY) declined to 5.4% in June from previous 6.9%
Austria Wholesale Prices n.s.a (YoY) declined to 5.4% in June from previous 6.9%
US Dollar: Crowded support into year-end – NBC
National Bank of Canada ’s (NBC) Stéfane Marion and Kyle Dahms note the US Dollar (USD) is trading near its 2026 high as sticky United States (US) inflation and wider rate differentials underpin the currency.
France Trade Balance EUR came in at €-6.9B, below expectations (€-5.2B) in May
France Trade Balance EUR came in at €-6.9B, below expectations (€-5.2B) in May
France Imports, EUR climbed from previous €60.225B to €60.5B in May
France Imports, EUR climbed from previous €60.225B to €60.5B in May
France Exports, EUR dipped from previous €54.585B to €53.6B in May
France Exports, EUR dipped from previous €54.585B to €53.6B in May
Equities: Semiconductor bounce looks fragile – Deutsche Bank
Deutsche Bank strategists note that the S&P 500 reached a three-week high as chip stocks rebounded, led by gains in the Philly semiconductor index and Broadcom after its expanded Apple partnership.