Introduction Indonesia is set to undertake a major reform of its financial market infrastructure by revamping the benchmark interest rates used in its domestic money market. This initiative, led by the country’s central bank, represents a strategic shift away from traditional quote-based benchmarks toward a more transparent and reliable system rooted in actual market transactions. … [Read more…]
Introduction The Indian rupee slipped below the crucial 90 per US dollar mark for the first time on record marking a historic moment in the trajectory of Indias currency markets. This level which had long been considered a psychological and economic barrier highlights the depth of stress that has accumulated across Indias external sector in … [Read more…]
Introduction For more than seven decades, the United States dollar has been the backbone of global finance. It functions as the primary reserve currency, the dominant medium for international trade invoicing, and the preferred currency for cross border borrowing and lending. However, a subtle but meaningful transformation is taking place beneath the surface of global … [Read more…]
Introduction In the latest wave of developments across European foreign exchange markets, the British pound faced renewed selling pressure after the release of weaker-than-expected employment figures from the United Kingdom. The disappointing data ignited speculation that the Bank of England (BoE) could soon lower interest rates to support a slowing economy. As traders reassessed their … [Read more…]
Introduction The International Monetary Fund has issued a stark warning about the increasing possibility of a disorderly global market correction, raising concerns across financial centers worldwide. The Fund’s latest assessment points to excessive valuations in equity and credit markets, soaring fiscal deficits, and complex linkages within the financial system that could amplify shocks. The statement … [Read more…]
Introduction The global forex market has experienced notable fluctuations as the US government enters its third day of a shutdown. This development has led to delays in key economic data releases, including the September Nonfarm Payrolls report. Traders are closely monitoring the situation, with a particular focus on upcoming economic indicators and central bank communications. … [Read more…]
Introduction The latest round of trade discussions between South Korea and the United States has reached a deadlock, with the central point of contention revolving around foreign exchange policy. At the heart of the disagreement is Washington’s concern that South Korea’s proposed large investment packages in American industries could indirectly pressure the Korean won, creating … [Read more…]
Introduction The opening week of September 2025 has been marked by a cautious yet eventful start in forex markets. Investors and traders entered Tuesday with the US dollar on the back foot, slipping to multi-week lows before staging a modest rebound. Thin trading volumes, heightened geopolitical risks, and shifting central bank expectations have contributed to … [Read more…]
Introduction The beginning of the new trading week has placed the U.S. dollar at the center of attention, with investors exercising caution as global developments threaten to shape near term market direction. Monday opened with the dollar trading in a relatively stable range, showing restraint after recording declines in the previous week. Traders across Asia … [Read more…]
Introduction The EUR/USD currency pair, one of the most actively traded instruments in the global foreign exchange market, has seen a modest rebound in early August 2025 after recent downside pressure. While this short-term recovery is attracting attention from both retail and institutional traders, technical indicators suggest that the pair may face formidable resistance near … [Read more…]