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Is the Euro Set for a Rally as Geopolitical Tensions Ease and US Inflation Stays Hot?

The Euro (EUR) is showing signs of strength as geopolitical tensions de-escalate, potentially allowing the European Central Bank (ECB) room to maneuver, while persistent US inflation reinforces a 'higher for longer' Fed narrative.

Can NZD/CHF Break Higher as Swiss Economy Stabilizes and NZ Business Confidence Soars?

New Zealand's business confidence surged into positive territory at 10.0 in May, while Switzerland's KOF Barometer edged up to 98.0, signaling stabilization. This divergence in economic sentiment could influence the NZD/CHF pair.

Is EUR/USD Poised for a Fall as Dollar Defies Geopolitical Peace?

EUR/USD settled around 1.1640, failing to capitalize on news of a potential US-Iran ceasefire extension. The US Dollar remains surprisingly resilient despite easing geopolitical tensions and moderating inflation data.

Stocks

Stocks Celebrate Peace and AI Boom, FX Markets Stay More Cautious

Global markets are ending the week firmly in risk-on mode, but the enthusiasm is far from evenly distributed. Equity investors are aggressively embracing both AI-driven optimism and growing hopes that the United States and Iran are moving closer to a formal agreement extending the current ceasefire. Reports that negotiators have drafted a 60-day memorandum of […] The post Stocks Celebrate Peace and AI Boom, FX Markets Stay More Cautious appeared first on ActionForex.

Volatility in EUR/USD Eases, but Market Risks Remain

EUR/USD ended Friday at 1.1640 following significant volatility during the previous session. Pressure on the US dollar emerged after reports suggested that the US and Iran had reached preliminary agreements aimed at resolving the conflict. This helped ease market concerns over inflation and the need for further interest rate hikes. According to media reports, Washington […] The post Volatility in EUR/USD Eases, but Market Risks Remain appeared first on ActionForex.

Is USD/JPY Poised for a Pullback After Failing to Clear 159.65 Resistance?

USD/JPY's upward momentum has faltered, stalling below the 159.65 resistance level. Technical indicators suggest a potential pullback, with key support levels now under scrutiny.

Is the Dollar Set to Fall as Geopolitical Tensions Ease and Inflation Persists?

The US Dollar faces a complex outlook as a US-Iran ceasefire extension boosts risk appetite globally, while persistent inflation data reinforces a 'higher for longer' interest rate narrative. This creates a tug-of-war for currency traders.

Energy

Why Did Crude Oil Prices Reverse Sharply After Overnight Surge?

Crude oil futures experienced a dramatic intraday reversal on Thursday, soaring overnight on geopolitical fears only to pull back significantly as reports of a potential diplomatic understanding between the U.S. and Iran emerged.

Is the New Zealand Dollar Poised for Gains as Business Confidence Surges?

New Zealand's business sentiment has dramatically improved, with the ANZ Business Confidence index jumping to 10.0 in May. This surge suggests firms are adapting to global challenges, but traders should watch underlying inflation pressures.

Commodities

Gold Holds Firm Above $4,500 On US-Iran Peace Deal Hopes, Soft US Data

(RTTNews) - Gold held firm above $4,500 an ounce on Friday, the dollar headed for a small weekly loss on improved risk sentiment in markets, and oil prices slipped to a one-month low amid investor optimism that the Middle East conflict is inching toward an end and that the reopen

EUR/USD Stalls Below 1.1660 as Dollar Refuses to Break Despite US-Iran Ceasefire Extension

Markets have spent the past 24 hours receiving what should have been overwhelmingly Dollar-negative news. Negotiators from Washington and Tehran reportedly finalized a draft framework that would extend the current ceasefire, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, lift restrictions on Iranian oil exports, and reduce one of the largest geopolitical risks hanging over global markets. The […] The post EUR/USD Stalls Below 1.1660 as Dollar Refuses to Break Despite US-Iran Ceasefire Extension appeared first on...

FTSE 100: Correction Has Ended, but a New Impulse Has Yet to Form

Fundamental backdrop The UK inflation report for April, published on 20 May, delivered unexpectedly positive figures: annual inflation slowed to 2.8% in April 2026 from 3.3% in March, coming in below the consensus forecast of 3.0% and marking the lowest reading since March last year. Nevertheless, the relief is being viewed as temporary. The unresolved […] The post FTSE 100: Correction Has Ended, but a New Impulse Has Yet to Form appeared first on ActionForex.