Short Yen Bets Hit Record High, AUD Nears Net-Short Flip | COT Report.Speculative traders ramped up bearish bets against the Japanese yen to record highs as USD/JPY pushed above 160, increasing the risk of intervention from Japan's Ministry of Finance. Meanwhile, net-long exposure to the US dollar climbed to an eight-week high, reinforcing the bullish outlook for the greenback.

Swiss Franc declines as safe-haven demand supports US Dollar.Swiss Franc declines as safe-haven demand supports US Dollar

EUR/JPY Price Forecast: Trades near 185.00 after rebounding from triangle bottom.EUR/JPY Price Forecast: Trades near 185.00 after rebounding from triangle bottom

Indonesia Foreign Reserves fell from previous $146.2 to $144.9 in May.Indonesia Foreign Reserves fell from previous $146.2 to $144.9 in May

Rupee's RBI-spurred rally blunted by equity rout, Iran-US setback.The Indian rupee is poised to weaken at Monday's open, with the selloff in Asian equities and fading hopes of ​a U.S.-Iran peace deal undermining the central bank-supported rally.

Japan Growth Downgraded to 1.8% as Capital Spending Weakens.Japan's economic expansion in Q1 was weaker than initially estimated, as a sharp downward revision to corporate investment offset improvements in consumption and trade. Revised government figures showed real GDP grew at an annualized 1.8% pace in January-March, down from the preliminary estimate of 2.1%, while quarter-on-quarter growth was revised from 0.51% to 0.45%.

United States Dollar Index holds steady near 100.00 on Middle East tensions, rising Fed hike bets.United States Dollar Index holds steady near 100.00 on Middle East tensions, rising Fed hike bets

Strong U.S. Employment Data Raises U.S. Rate Fears.For most of the week, markets continued their recent trends. Equities and the U.S. dollar moved higher, while oil traded mostly sideways as traders watched developments around Iran.

Asia open: Tech rout deepens and Middle East tensions fuel market tremors.Global markets entered a risk-off phase amid a deep technology selloff, escalating Middle East tensions, and stronger-than-expected US employment data. Semiconductor stocks led losses amid growing concerns over AI valuations, while rising oil prices following Iran-Israel hostilities revived inflation fears.

Canadian Dollar slides to fresh low since late March vs USD despite rallying Oil prices.Canadian Dollar slides to fresh low since late March vs USD despite rallying Oil prices

Indian rupee, bonds to extend rally on RBI's capital inflows salvo.The Indian rupee is expected to extend its rally this week after the central bank announced a host of measures to boost inflows, while government bonds are also likely to gain as fears ​of aggressive rate hikes recede.

New Zealand Dollar rebounds to near 0.5800 amid easing risk aversion.New Zealand Dollar rebounds to near 0.5800 amid easing risk aversion

Euro edges higher above 1.1500 on ECB hike bets, traders eye on Middle East tensions.Euro edges higher above 1.1500 on ECB hike bets, traders eye on Middle East tensions

British Pound recovers slightly from three-week low as USD bulls pause for a breather.British Pound recovers slightly from three-week low as USD bulls pause for a breather

Japanese Yen holds below 160.00 following Q1 GDP data.Japanese Yen holds below 160.00 following Q1 GDP data

Dollar climbs to two-month peak as Fed hike bets ramp up.The dollar was perched near a two-month high on ​Monday after a blowout U.S. jobs report sent traders ramping up bets on a Federal Reserve rate ‌hike this year, while the yen teetered further into the intervention zone.

Japan Trade Balance - BOP Basis: ¥4211B (April) vs ¥3900B.Japan Trade Balance - BOP Basis: ¥4211B (April) vs ¥3900B

Japan Gross Domestic Product Deflator (YoY) below expectations (3.4%) in 1Q: Actual (3.2%).Japan Gross Domestic Product Deflator (YoY) below expectations (3.4%) in 1Q: Actual (3.2%)

Japan Current Account n.s.a. registered at ¥3907B above expectations (¥3137B) in April.Japan Current Account n.s.a. registered at ¥3907B above expectations (¥3137B) in April

Japan Gross Domestic Product Annualized came in at 1.8%, above expectations (1.3%) in 1Q.Japan Gross Domestic Product Annualized came in at 1.8%, above expectations (1.3%) in 1Q

Japan Bank Lending (YoY) above forecasts (5.6%) in May: Actual (5.7%).Japan Bank Lending (YoY) above forecasts (5.6%) in May: Actual (5.7%)

Asia markets brace for selling after tech rout hits Wall Street.Asian markets were poised to fall on Monday after Wall Street's nine-week winning streak ended in heavy tech selling, while Israeli strikes on Beirut sent oil and ​the dollar higher.

Australian Dollar softens as Middle East tensions, stronger jobs report boost US Dollar.Australian Dollar softens as Middle East tensions, stronger jobs report boost US Dollar

US President Donald Trump says he will ask Netanyahu not to strike back at Iran.US President Donald Trump says he will ask Netanyahu not to strike back at Iran

Global Markets Week Ahead: Can the AI Rally Survive Inflation and Higher Rates?.The week ahead promises to be one of the most important of the month for global markets, with investors balancing strong US jobs data, critical inflation reports, central bank decisions and ongoing uncertainty surrounding Iran and global energy supplies. While the AI-driven rally remains the dominant market theme, traders will also be.

Natural Gas News: Weather Remains in Control of Natural Gas Futures This Week.Natural gas futures face a critical week as weather forecasts, EIA inventory data, and LNG demand shape the market outlook.

China Foreign Exchange Reserves (MoM): $3.442T (May) vs $3.411T.China Foreign Exchange Reserves (MoM): $3.442T (May) vs $3.411T

Oil News: Crude Oil Analysis Sees Higher Prices if Middle East Risks Return.Crude oil prices fell as Middle East tensions eased, but tight inventories, record exports, and OPEC's demand outlook keep supply risks elevated.

Crude Oil Weekly Outlook: Will WTI Rebound from Key $88 Support Again?.WTI crude oil is retesting the critical $88 support level, the lower boundary of a multi-month consolidation range, as markets weigh soft summer demand, rising inventories, OPEC production increases, and ongoing geopolitical risks in the Middle East. Rebound or breakdown?

Interest Rates Forecast: USD/JPY Near 160 as Fed and BOJ Diverge.Strong U.S. jobs data, rising Treasury yields, and BOJ policy risks keep USD/JPY near 160 as markets watch the next interest rate decision.