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Global Market: BOJ policymakers push for faster rate hikes as inflation risks mount

The Bank of Japan is growing more concerned about persistent inflation, with some policymakers advocating faster interest rate hikes after raising the policy rate to 1%, the highest in 31 years. Officials cited rising cost pressures from a weak yen, high energy prices and strong AI-driven demand, with some members…

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Dollar Moves Higher as Weak Stocks Boost Liquidity Demand

The dollar index (DXY00 ) climbed to a 13-month high on Tuesday and finished up by +0.36%. The dollar rallied on Tuesday's plunge in equity markets, boosting liquidity demand for the currency. The dollar also has carryover support from last Wednesday, when the FOMC projected higher interest rates later this...

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Dollar Climbs as Stocks Slump

The dollar index (DXY00 ) climbed to a 13-month high today and is up by +0.33%. The dollar is finding support from today's plunge in equity markets, which is boosting liquidity demand for the dollar. The dollar also has carryover support from last Wednesday, when the FOMC projected higher interest...

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Japan bond yields mixed after relatively weak 5-year auction

Japanese government bond yields showed mixed movements on Tuesday, with a weaker-than-expected auction for 5-year bonds. Yields on shorter maturities edged up, while longer-term bonds saw slight declines. Discussions between Japan's Finance Minister and the U.S. Treasury Secretary about global markets and currency swings have fueled speculation about potential acceleration…

The Economic Times

Dollar Gains on Euro Weakness and Higher T-note Yields

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Monday rose by +0.17% and is just below last Friday’s 13-month high. The dollar erased early losses on Monday and moved higher after the euro declined when ECB President Lagarde pushed back against any additional tightening of monetary policy by the ECB due to...

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Dollar Recovers as Euro Retreats on Dovish Lagarde Comments

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.12% and just below last Friday's 13-month high. The dollar erased early losses today and moved higher after the euro declined when ECB President Lagarde pushed back against any additional tightening of monetary policy by the ECB due to the US-Iran...

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Yen nears 40-year low, dollar gains as peace talks in doubt

The US dollar is flexing its muscles against the Japanese yen, much to the attention of market traders. The potential for a US-Iran peace agreement looms large as Japan's currency hovers at a low not seen in years. With the Bank of Japan increasing interest rates, concerns over government spending…

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Dollar jumps as Fed holds rates but projects one hike later this year

The dollar strengthened as the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady but signaled a potential hike later this year, with policymakers raising inflation projections. New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh's revised statement removed forward guidance, impacting market expectations. Meanwhile, other central banks like the BOE and BOJ are also navigating inflation…

The Economic Times

Dollar on the defensive ahead of first Fed decision under Warsh

The dollar weakened ahead of the Federal Reserve's policy decision, with optimism over a U.S.-Iran peace deal boosting risk appetite. The yen also struggled against a softer dollar after a widely anticipated Bank of Japan rate hike offered few surprises. Investors remained cautious before the Fed's announcement, with focus on…

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Dollar Slips on Weak US Housing News and Lower Crude Prices

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Tuesday fell by -0.12%. Tuesday’s weaker-than-expected US May housing starts and building permits reports undercut the dollar. Also, Tuesday’s -5% fall in WTI crude oil to a 3.5-month low was bearish for the dollar, as it lowers inflation expectations and could prompt the Fed...

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Dollar Little Changed on Weak US Housing News

The dollar index (DXY00 ) is little changed today. Weaker-than-expected reports today on US May housing starts and building permits are undercutting the dollar. Also, today's -3% fall in WTI crude oil to a 3.25-month low is bearish for the dollar, as it lowers inflation expectations and could prompt the...

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Stock Index Futures Muted After Three-Day Rally, FOMC Meeting in Focus

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are down -0.01%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are up +0.01% this morning, taking a breather after a three-day rally, while investors turn their attention to the first Federal Reserve meeting under Kevin Warsh.

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Japan hikes interest rates to highest since 1995 as Middle East tensions fuel inflation fears

Decision by BOJ influenced by higher energy costs due to instability in the Middle East

The Independent UK

Bank of Japan raises interest rates to 31-year high … of 1%

Country acts amid Iran war inflation pressures, but US Fed and Bank of England expected to hold rates

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Explained: Why Japan's Nikkei soared to lifetime high even after BOJ hiked interest rates to 31-year high

Japan's Nikkei index surged past 70,000 for the first time as the Bank of Japan raised its short-term policy rate to 1%, the highest in 31 years. The central bank's gradual tightening, coupled with diminished Middle East conflict risks, supported equities. Simultaneously, an Iran-US peace deal boosted sentiment, leading to…

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Brent crude falls to three-month low below $80 as Iranian oil tankers ‘resume shipping’ – as it happened

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Bank of Japan raises its key interest rate to a three-decade high

The Bank of Japan raised its benchmark interest rate to 1% on Tuesday, citing challenges stemming from a weak Japanese yen and higher prices.

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JPN:Bank of Japan raises key rate to three-decade high

Japan's central bank has increased its main interest rate to a 31-year high after a surge in energy prices.

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Bank of Japan raises key rate to three-decade high

Japan's central bank has increased its main interest rate to a 31-year high after a surge in energy prices.

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Bank of Japan raises its key interest rate to a three-decade high of 1%, citing inflation

The Bank of Japan has raised its benchmark interest rate to 1%, citing challenges stemming from a weak Japanese yen and higher prices

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Japan's Nikkei hits 70,000 for the first time after BOJ rate hike

Japan's Nikkei stock index reached an all-time high today. This surge followed the Bank of Japan's widely anticipated interest rate hike. The central bank's decision did not signal immediate further tightening. The yen saw a slight strengthening against the dollar. Japanese government bonds experienced a dip. Advantest and Fujikura were…

The Economic Times

Bank of Japan raises interest rates to 31-year high

The Bank of Japan has increased its policy rate to 1.0 percent. This marks a 31-year high for interest rates. The move signals a strong focus on combating inflation. This is the first rate hike since December. The central bank's decision aims to address inflation risks stemming from the Middle…

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Dollar sways near 10-day lows as attention turns to BOJ and RBA

A preliminary deal to end the Middle East war boosted global risk appetite, sending oil prices down and the U.S. dollar near 10-day lows. Investors now await central bank meetings in Japan and Australia for inflation outlooks, with the Bank of Japan expected to raise rates.

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