The euro struggled to keep momentum after weak retail activity in the euro area raised doubts about growth, while the pound moved cautiously as soft construction data clouded the outlook for the United Kingdom. The yen found some support as the dollar paused and traders waited for fresh signals from the United States labor market. Bitcoin attracted renewed interest as buying activity increased and fewer coins appeared on exchanges, hinting […]

The euro and pound faced pressure as stronger US data and global uncertainty lifted the dollar, though both found brief support from resilient services activity. The yen stayed fragile amid doubts over domestic policy direction, while shifting bond demand influenced its path. Bitcoin held relatively steady despite cautious sentiment, reflecting selective interest in major digital assets even as broader crypto weakness persisted. Gold turned volatile, falling sharply as capital favored […]

Escalation in the Middle East is driving strong capital flows into the US dollar. Energy prices are surging due to disruption risks in the Strait of Hormuz. Inflation expectations are rising globally, complicating central bank policy paths. The Federal Reserve’s tone remains critical, especially amid geopolitical risks. Risk sentiment remains fragile, favoring defensive positioning in currencies and metals.

Global markets are reacting sharply to escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The reported death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and the effective blockade of the Strait of Hormuz triggered a powerful flight into the US dollar and gold. Energy risks are rising, increasing inflation uncertainty globally. The US ISM Manufacturing Index is a key short-term catalyst. Central banks now face a complicated backdrop of inflation pressure and geopolitical instability. […]

In the first week of March, traders will be digesting a mix of global data — from manufacturing and services indicators to labor market snapshots and Treasury auctions. After a relatively quiet start to the month, focus will sharpen mid-week when services sector activity and payroll trends come into spotlight. Meanwhile, central bank communications and global financial policy discussions, such as those at the OECD Financial Markets Week in Paris, […]