Dollar lags even as risk mood keeps more cautious on the day.The broader market mood remains more cautious so far on the day. European indices are lightly changed while S&P 500 futures are down 0.1% with traders and investors still digesting the latest developments from the Middle East.

EUR/JPY edges higher as markets brace for BoJ, ECB decisions amid Middle East tensions.EUR/JPY edges higher as markets brace for BoJ, ECB decisions amid Middle East tensions

Japanese Yen gains against US Dollar ahead of BoJ-Fed policy.Japanese Yen gains against US Dollar ahead of BoJ-Fed policy

The Week Ahead – Turning the screw.Weekly outlook covering USDJPY and AUDUSD, with SPX 500 analysis and key support and resistance levels shaping market expectations. USDJPY hits another wave lower The Yen continues to claw back losses after halting the recent dollar rally.

First Light News – The Quiet Before the Storm: Geopolitics, Central Banks, and Earnings.Ultimately, markets are expecting all five central banks to keep their overnight policy rates on hold.

Markets Today: Oil rises, DXY retreats ahead of a busy week that will test the FED and global central banks.Oil surged to $107 amid US-Iran tension, reinforcing 'higher-for-longer' rate fears ahead of a busy central bank week. Tech euphoria fueled by AI spending offset macro worries.

Sterling edges up vs dollar with Middle East, BoE in focus.Sterling edged up against the dollar on Monday as markets focused on geopolitics amid uncertainty over a possible U.S.-Iran deal that could reopen the Strait of Hormuz, ​while awaiting the Bank of England policy meeting later this week.

Natural Gas and Oil Forecast: WTI Eyes $100 as Geopolitics Heat Up.Oil prices rise on Strait of Hormuz tensions while Natural Gas hits 18-month lows due to oversupply. Explore technical levels for WTI, Brent, and Henry Hub.

The echo chamber harps on Iran proposing to reopen Strait of Hormuz before nuclear deal.I'd be very careful in trying to read the headlines that are doing the rounds at the moment. There are plenty of sources on social media echoing the same headlines that we've seen from earlier here:

Oil: Iranian output faces storage time limit – Societe Generale.Oil: Iranian output faces storage time limit – Societe Generale

Intraday Analysis 27.04.2026.Intraday forex analysis covering USDJPY , XAGUSD , and NAS 100 analysis with a focus on key market movements, support and resistance levels, and short-term price action trends across major currency pairs. USDJPY hitting fresh lows The US dollar is under pressure as the Yen's strength drags the pair lower.

Intraday Analysis 25.04.2026.Intraday forex analysis covering USDJPY , XAGUSD , and NAS 100 analysis with a focus on key market movements, support and resistance levels, and short-term price action trends across major currency pairs. USDJPY hitting fresh lows The US dollar is under pressure as the Yen's strength drags the pair lower.

WTI Price Forecast: Approaches $100 amid stalled US-Iran peace talks.WTI Price Forecast: Approaches $100 amid stalled US-Iran peace talks

US Dollar Index (DXY) Price Forecast: Bearish below 98.50/38.2% Fibo. on US-Iran peace hopes.US Dollar Index (DXY) Price Forecast: Bearish below 98.50/38.2% Fibo. on US-Iran peace hopes

Fed: Leadership uncertainty shapes Dollar outlook – DBS.Fed: Leadership uncertainty shapes Dollar outlook – DBS

DXY: Fed caution supports currency – ING.DXY: Fed caution supports currency – ING

EUR/USD holds above 1.1700 despite downbeat German consumer confidence.EUR/USD holds above 1.1700 despite downbeat German consumer confidence

Australian Dollar advances as surging energy prices increased RBA rate hike bets.Australian Dollar advances as surging energy prices increased RBA rate hike bets

Dollar under pressure as US-Iran talks fail to gain momentum.The US dollar traded unevenly on Monday as uncertainty surrounding the Middle East conflict kept investors cautious. Hopes for a potential deal to end the war have fluctuated, leaving markets without clear direction ahead of a busy week of central bank meetings.

German Gfk Consumer Confidence Sinks to Two-Year Low as Inflation and War Fears Hit Sentiment.Germany's GfK Consumer Climate for May fell sharply from -28.1 to -33.3, marking its lowest level since February 2023 and signaling further deterioration in household sentiment. The decline reflects mounting pressure on consumers as inflation expectations surge again, eroding purchasing power and confidence.

USD/JPY: Market eyes June BoJ hike signal – Commerzbank.USD/JPY: Market eyes June BoJ hike signal – Commerzbank

GBP/JPY edges up to near 215.70 in countdown to BoJ policy.GBP/JPY edges up to near 215.70 in countdown to BoJ policy

Peace Hopes Lift Sentiment into Busy Week.Mood is slightly better this morning than it was into the weekend, as Iran reportedly offered the US a proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz — a move that could pave the way for the continuation of peace talks between the two parties. The result?

Central Bank Rate Decisions Take Centre Stage This Week.Today, the ECB releases its survey on the access to finance of enterprises (SAFE) which among other things will give insight into firms' selling price expectations, wage costs, and inflation expectations.

Markets Shrug Off Geopolitics as AI Rally Drives Record Highs Ahead of Central Bank Super Week.Asian equities surged to fresh record highs, with KOSPI jumping more than 2.5% and Nikkei advancing over 1.5%, extending what has become a powerful rally. The strength of the move signals more than just optimism—it reflects a market that is increasingly comfortable ignoring geopolitical noise and focusing on growth narratives.

USD/JPY Price Forecast: Tests breakout region around 159.2 at the start of BoJ-Fed policy week.USD/JPY Price Forecast: Tests breakout region around 159.2 at the start of BoJ-Fed policy week

AUD/JPY gathers strength above 114.00 on Iran truce proposal.AUD/JPY gathers strength above 114.00 on Iran truce proposal

Bank of England to keep rates on hold while it gauges impact of Iran war.The Bank of England will keep interest rates on hold this week ​and try to look ahead to the damage building up for Britain's economy from the Iran war, while investors will be watching for any signs ‌it is moving towards raising rates.

Japan Coincident Index remains at 116.3 in February.Japan Coincident Index remains at 116.3 in February

Japan Leading Economic Index above forecasts (112.4) in February: Actual (113.3).Japan Leading Economic Index above forecasts (112.4) in February: Actual (113.3)