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GBP/USD holds positive ground above 1.3450 after UK CPI data, Fed rate decision eyed
GBP/USD holds positive ground above 1.3450 after UK CPI data, Fed rate decision eyed
The GBP/USD pair strengthens near 1.3460 during the early European trading hours on Wednesday. The Pound Sterling (GBP) remains firm against the Greenback after the UK Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation report.
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What are the main events for today?
What are the main events for today?
The highlights include the US Jobless Claims figures, the FOMC decision and the potential US attack against Iran
market overview
Eurostoxx futures -0.2% in early European trading
Eurostoxx futures -0.2% in early European trading
A more tentative tone after the drop yesterday
Crude oil price today: WTI price bearish at European opening
Crude oil price today: WTI price bearish at European opening
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) Oil price falls on Wednesday, early in the European session. WTI trades at $73.01 per barrel, down from Tuesday’s close at $73.66.Brent Oil Exchange Rate (Brent crude) is also shedding ground, trading at $75.15 after its previous daily close at $75.70.
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Breaking: UK CPI inflation ticks down to 3.4% YoY in May as expected
Breaking: UK CPI inflation ticks down to 3.4% YoY in May as expected
The United Kingdom (UK) annual headline Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased by 3.4% in May after rising 3.5% in April, the data released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed on Wednesday. 
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UK May CPI +3.4% vs +3.4% y/y expected
UK May CPI +3.4% vs +3.4% y/y expected
Latest data released by ONS - 18 June 2025
USD/CHF softens to near 0.8150 ahead of Fed rate decision
USD/CHF softens to near 0.8150 ahead of Fed rate decision
The USD/CHF pair weakens to near 0.8160, snapping the three-day winning streak during the early European trading hours on Wednesday. The persistent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East lift the safe-haven currency like the Swiss Franc (CHF).
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WTI holds losses around $73.00, downside seems limited due to increased supply concerns
WTI holds losses around $73.00, downside seems limited due to increased supply concerns
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) Oil price retraces its recent gains registered in the previous session, trading around $73.00 during the Asian hours on Wednesday.
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NZD/USD climbs to 0.6035 area as USD edges lower ahead of Fed rate decision
NZD/USD climbs to 0.6035 area as USD edges lower ahead of Fed rate decision
The NZD/USD pair attracts some dip-buying near the 0.6000 psychological mark during the Asian session on Wednesday and reverses a part of the previous day's retracement slide from the vicinity of the year-to-date peak.
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EUR/JPY Price Forecast: Bullish outlook remains in play above 166.50
EUR/JPY Price Forecast: Bullish outlook remains in play above 166.50
The EUR/JPY cross posts modest gains near 166.80 during the early European session on Wednesday. Reduced bets for a Bank of Japan (BoJ) rate hike undermine the Japanese Yen (JPY) and act as a tailwind for the cross. 
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UK inflation on the agenda today
UK inflation on the agenda today
Inflation pressures are expected to ease a little but it won't take away from the big jump in April
FX option expiries for Jun 18 NY cut
FX option expiries for Jun 18 NY cut
FX option expiries for Jun 18 NY cut at 10:00 Eastern Time vi a DTCC can be found below.
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USD/CAD maintains position above 1.3650 as traders adopt caution ahead of Fed decision
USD/CAD maintains position above 1.3650 as traders adopt caution ahead of Fed decision
USD/CAD edges lower after losing over 0.5% in the previous session, trading around 1.3660 during the Asian hours on Wednesday. The pair holds losses as the US Dollar (USD) loses ground ahead of the US Federal Reserve’s (Fed) interest rate decision due later in the day.
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India Gold price today: Gold rises, according to FXStreet data
India Gold price today: Gold rises, according to FXStreet data
Gold prices rose in India on Wednesday, according to data compiled by FXStreet.
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Gold price traders seem non-committed amid the usual pre-Fed lull
Gold price traders seem non-committed amid the usual pre-Fed lull
Gold price (XAU/USD) remains on the defensive below the $3,400 mark through the first half of the European session as traders opt to wait for the outcome of the highly-anticipated FOMC meeting.
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EUR/USD holds positive ground near 1.1500 ahead of Fed rate decision
EUR/USD holds positive ground near 1.1500 ahead of Fed rate decision
The EUR/USD pair attracts some buyers to around 1.1500 during the Asian trading hours on Wednesday. A slew of downbeat US economic data weigh on the Greenback. However, escalating Israel-Iran tensions might cap the upside for the major pair.
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GBP/USD rebounds toward 1.3450 after losing over 1% in previous session, UK CPI eyed
GBP/USD rebounds toward 1.3450 after losing over 1% in previous session, UK CPI eyed
GBP/USD edges higher after registering over 1% losses in the previous day, trading around 1.3440 during the Asian hours on Wednesday. Traders will focus on the UK Consumer Price Index (CPI) data for May, scheduled to be released later in the day.
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ForexLive Asia-Pacific FX news wrap: USD softens a little as risk appetite steadies
ForexLive Asia-Pacific FX news wrap: USD softens a little as risk appetite steadies
Forex news for Asian trading on Jun 18, 2025
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Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD holds steady above $37.00 as bulls pause for a breather
Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD holds steady above $37.00 as bulls pause for a breather
Silver (XAG/USD) is seen consolidating the previous day's strong gains to its highest level since February 2012 and oscillating in a narrow range during the Asian session on Wednesday.
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US Dollar Index holds position near 98.50 ahead of Fed policy decision
US Dollar Index holds position near 98.50 ahead of Fed policy decision
The US Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the value of the US Dollar (USD) against six major currencies, is retracing its recent gains and trading around 98.70 during the Asian hours on Wednesday.
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Chinese officials says consumption has become China’s biggest growth engine
Chinese officials says consumption has become China’s biggest growth engine
China has become the largest consumer of cars, mobile phones, and home Appliances
Japanese Yen stands firm near daily peak as USD drifts lower ahead of Fed rate decision
Japanese Yen stands firm near daily peak as USD drifts lower ahead of Fed rate decision
The Japanese Yen (JPY) remains on the front foot against a broadly weaker US Dollar (USD) heading into the European session on Wednesday, with the USD/JPY pair languishing below the 145.00 mark or the daily low.
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USD/INR gains momentum amid geopolitical risks, eyes on Fed rate decision
USD/INR gains momentum amid geopolitical risks, eyes on Fed rate decision
The Indian Rupee (INR) edges lower to near the weakest level in more than two months on Wednesday. The Indian currency remains under selling pressure, falling alongside most Asian peers as crude oil prices surged on rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
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Australian Dollar recovers losses as US Dollar slips, with markets awaiting Fed decision
Australian Dollar recovers losses as US Dollar slips, with markets awaiting Fed decision
The Australian Dollar (AUD) edges higher against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday after registering more than 0.50% losses in the previous session. However, the AUD/USD pair struggled due to dampened risk appetite amid escalating Middle East tensions.
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PBOC Governor Pan: Will improve monetary policy tool box
PBOC Governor Pan: Will improve monetary policy tool box
People's Bank of China (PBOC) Governor Pan Gongsheng said on Wednesday, they “will improve monetary policy tool box.”
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Japan's Ishiba: Cash handout is quickest and most effective way to help with high prices
Japan's Ishiba: Cash handout is quickest and most effective way to help with high prices
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said on Wednesday that the cash handout is the quickest and most effective way to help low-income households cope with high prices. 
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PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 7.1761 vs. 7.1746 previous
PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 7.1761 vs. 7.1746 previous
On Wednesday, the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) set the USD/CNY central rate for the trading session ahead at 7.1761 as compared to the previous day's fix of 7.1746 and 7.2027 Reuters estimate.
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NZD/USD gathers strength above 0.6000, Fed rate decision in focus
NZD/USD gathers strength above 0.6000, Fed rate decision in focus
The NZD/USD pair gathers strength to around 0.6025 during the early Asian session on Wednesday. The New Zealand Dollar (NZD) edges higher against the Greenback amid reduced rate cut expectations from the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ).
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US plans to ease capital rule limiting bank treasury trades
US plans to ease capital rule limiting bank treasury trades
Capital requirement for bank holding companies could be reduced
WTI climbs above $73.50 as Trump urges Iran’s unconditional surrender
WTI climbs above $73.50 as Trump urges Iran’s unconditional surrender
West Texas Intermediate (WTI), the US crude oil benchmark, is trading around $73.55 during the Asian trading hours on Wednesday. The WTI price extends the rally as the Middle East tensions escalate and the likelihood of the United States (US)  involving the conflict increases.
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GBP/USD tumbles as markets pivot into safe havens on rising Middle East tensions
GBP/USD tumbles as markets pivot into safe havens on rising Middle East tensions
GBP/USD plummeted over 1.2% on Tuesday, backsliding through near-term congestion and popping out the other side near the 1.3400 handle after global investors were knocked off their pre-seeded hopes that the Israel-Iran altercation would find a quick and peaceful resolution.
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USD/CAD strengthens to near 1.3700 amid geopolitical risks
USD/CAD strengthens to near 1.3700 amid geopolitical risks
The USD/CAD pair trades in positive territory near 1.3690 during the early Asian session on Wednesday. The US Dollar (USD) attracts some buyers amid escalating geopolitical tensions between Israel and Iran.
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Netanyahu and Trump held a phone call a few minutes ago
Netanyahu and Trump held a phone call a few minutes ago
Speculation is rife that Trump is about to join with Israel in attacking Iran's nuclear facilities
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