As of July 31, 2025, Forex markets face dual pressures from geopolitical tensions and central bank policy shifts. The U.S. Federal Reserve maintained rates at 4.25-4.5%, reinforcing market expectations of prolonged restrictive monetary policy. Simultaneously, Japan’s central bank held rates for the fourth consecutive meeting while raising 2025-26 inflation forecasts to 2.3%, potentially signaling future adjustments to its yield curve control framework.
What Are The Best Currency Pair Trading Strategies?
What’s driving crude oil volatility?
Crude surged to $70.1/barrel as U.S. tariff threats against Russian energy buyers tightened supply outlooks. Technical analysis shows bullish double-bottom formation with key resistance at $72. Pro Tip: Monitor Singapore’s 16:30 SGX updates – their derivatives market often leads Asian oil pricing.
Energy currencies like CAD and RUB face divergent pressures. While Canada’s Q2 GDP beat expectations (0.4% MoM vs 0.3% forecast), Russia’s 5% May wage growth signals potential inflation resurgence. For context, every $5 oil increase typically strengthens CAD/USD by 1.2 pips within 48 hours. But does this correlation hold during geopolitical shocks? Recent history suggests energy FX pairs now factor in 30% higher volatility premiums compared to pre-2023 levels.
How are Asian currencies reacting?
The USD/CNH holds at 6.9200 despite China’s PMI contraction (49.1 actual vs 50.3 forecast). Singapore’s MAS maintained its SGD NEER slope, prioritizing inflation control over growth. WikiBit analysts note unusual KRW/JPY volatility – South Korea’s 1.6% June industrial output rebound contrasts with Japan’s dovish stance. A potential “carry trade unwind” looms if BOJ normalizes policy.
| Currency Pair | 1M Volatility | Key Driver |
|---|---|---|
| USD/JPY | 14.8% | BOJ YCC Tweaks |
| AUD/USD | 9.2% | Iron Ore Demand |
| EUR/TRY | 23.5% | CBRT Reserves |
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FAQs
SPDR Gold ETF holdings fell 0.9% this week to 955.37T – technical support at $1,820 looks vulnerable if real yields hold above 1.8%.
Is the dollar rally sustainable?
DXY faces stiff resistance at 104.30 (2023 high). Watch tonight’s U.S. PCE data – core prints above 2.9% YoY could extend USD strength into August NFP week.