Forex news update
Here's a summary of the latest Forex news updates:
Market Analysis
- The US dollar is trading mixed against major currencies, with the EUR/USD pair hovering around 1.1300.
- The GBP/USD pair is trading around 1.3100, with the British pound struggling to gain traction amid ongoing Brexit uncertainty.
- The USD/JPY pair is trading around 110.50, with the Japanese yen weakening slightly against the US dollar.
- The AUD/USD pair is trading around 0.7200, with the Australian dollar gaining ground on the back of a stronger-than-expected jobs report.
Economic Data
- The US Labor Department reported that the number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits fell to 211,000 last week, beating expectations.
- The UK Office for National Statistics reported that the country's GDP grew by 0.3% in the second quarter, slightly below expectations.
- The European Central Bank (ECB) reported that the eurozone's inflation rate remained steady at 1.3% in August, in line with expectations.
- The Australian Bureau of Statistics reported that the country's unemployment rate fell to 5.2% in August, beating expectations.
Central Bank News
- The Federal Reserve (Fed) is expected to cut interest rates by 25 basis points at its upcoming meeting on September 17-18.
- The European Central Bank (ECB) is expected to keep interest rates unchanged at its upcoming meeting on September 12.
- The Bank of England (BoE) is expected to keep interest rates unchanged at its upcoming meeting on September 19.
Geopolitical News
- The US and China are set to resume trade talks in October, with the US Treasury Secretary saying that the two countries are making progress on trade issues.
- The UK and EU are set to hold a crucial Brexit summit on October 17-18, with the UK's Prime Minister saying that a deal is still possible.
- The US and Iran are engaged in a war of words, with the US President saying that the US is prepared to take military action against Iran if necessary.
Technical Analysis
- The EUR/USD pair is trading above its 50-day moving average, indicating a bullish trend.
- The GBP/USD pair is trading below its 50-day moving average, indicating a bearish trend.
- The USD/JPY pair is trading above its 50-day moving average, indicating a bullish trend.
Forex Trading Tips
- Buy the EUR/USD pair if it breaks above 1.1350.
- Sell the GBP/USD pair if it breaks below 1.3050.
- Buy the USD/JPY pair if it breaks above 111.00.
Please note that these are just general market updates and should not be taken as investment advice. It's always important to do your own research and consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.