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Sterling slips as Iran tension lifts dollar and Fed outlook diverges from Bank of England
Sterling fell as US-Iran tensions and hawkish Fed bets boosted dollar demand; GBP/USD dropped near 1.3444.
BNP Paribas sees Japan growth cooling in 2026 as BoJ normalisation keeps USD/JPY near 160
BNP Paribas sees Japan growth slowing to 0.5% in 2026; BoJ hikes toward 2% by 2027.
Markets Brace for RBNZ Hold as July Hike Odds Rise on Persistent Inflation Pressures
Markets eye RBNZ signals for July hike; inflation and tight labor support hawkish bets, boosting NZD.
BoJ’s Himino Signals Further Rate Rises as Middle East Tensions Cloud Inflation Outlook
BoJ’s Himino signals possible rate hikes; Middle East conflict and inflation risks push markets toward June action.
New Zealand Dollar Faces Outflow Shock Ahead of RBNZ, as Carry Appeal Fades
NZD softens ahead of RBNZ as record outflow, weaker carry, and growth risks spur bearish positioning.
USD/CHF rises as Iran tensions lift dollar, Fed hawks firm and SNB seen on hold
USD/CHF rises as Iran tensions boost dollar; franc pressured. Fed hawkish, SNB steady; focus confidence, PCE.
Bank of Canada’s Vincent flags labour market shifts as rate-cut outlook grows less certain
Bank of Canada warns structural labour shifts cloud rate decisions, limiting cuts; cautious stance may cap loonie.
Sterling slips as gilt yields fall and BoE hike bets fade, widening Fed policy gap
Sterling slipped as UK gilt yields fell, dampening BoE hike bets; traders target further GBP/USD downside.
RBNZ Set to Hold Rates as Inflation Bias Keeps NZD/USD in Focus
RBNZ expected to hold at 2.25% but stay hawkish on inflation, supporting NZD/USD upside in coming weeks.
USD/CAD Holds Near 1.3800 as Iran Deal Headlines and Firmer Oil Offset Dollar Bid
USD/CAD consolidates near 1.3800; USD safe-haven bid offsets stronger oil-backed CAD, key resistance 1.3815.