Major market volatility is nearly guaranteed on big tests ahead for the US Dollar and broader FX markets. Here are the critical events we’re watching.
US Dollar Forecast – US Dollar Volatility Near-Guaranteed, but Which Direction?
It was a difficult week for traders as the initial US Dollar breakdown left many (including us) looking for further losses.
Euro Forecast – EUR/USD August Advance to Unravel Further on Dovish ECB, Upbeat
The sharp pullback in EUR/USD may gather pace in the week ahead should the European Central Bank (ECB) signal a further expansion of monetary policy, while another 200K+ U.S.
British Pound – Sterling Runs into Support as Carney Takes the Stage at Jackson Hole
The British Pound was caught up in the rollercoaster risk-off/risk-on ride of the week in a very similar manner as the Euro and Japanese Yen; albeit with more subdued price action.
Japanese Yen Forecast – JPY Bulls Brace for BOJs Next Bailout
JPY saw its biggest rally vs. the USD since 2009 throughout this week’s early market turmoil.
Australian Dollar Forecast – Australian Dollar at Risk on RBA, Rebuilding Fed Rate Hike Bets
The Australian Dollar looks vulnerable to deeper losses in the week ahead as Fed rate hike bets rebuild while RBA rhetoric takes a dovish turn.
Gold Forecast – Gold Reverses as Fed Expectations Rebound – US NFP to Clear the Way
Gold prices plummeted this week with the precious metal off by more than 2% to trade at 1137 ahead of the New York close on Friday.
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