Trump announces Iran – Israel ceasefire, the USD slumps but uncertainty remains

Tumultuous times with Israel waging war on at least 3 fronts and the US entering the fray with strikes on Iran. Russia - Ukraine continues to intensify and Trump’s messaging remains unclear. The USD has slumped, along with oil as markets react to the ceasefire, but there is plenty on the table in terms of volatility for FX

Trump extends EU tariff deadline to 9th July, USD weakens

The USD tumbled, oil prices firmed, equity markets and US yields are mixed as Trump delayed EU tariffs. The USD dropped to its lowest level in almost two years after Trump's U-turn on EU tariffs increased market uncertainty, highlighting the President's volatile policymaking.

Rates cuts are being signalled, China ramps up stimulus & the world prepares for 20th Jan

Rate cuts are widely expected across most developed economies - the varying pace of these cuts will affect currency moves globally. The world is also trying to prepare for the inauguration of President Trump on 20th Jan25 which will have impacts across the global economy and the structure of political governance in the USA.

RedFX Snap - US employment data to move markets

Now it gets interesting!

Kevin TullettJune 3, 2022USD, gbp, Eurozone, US economy

USD surges after US inflation soars, UK data disappoints - €/$ and £/$ touch lows

Yesterday saw US inflation data reach far beyond expectations and the USD surged as a result – the market is convinced that the US will raise rates at least twice through 2022.