NZ ANZ business confidence eases to 64.1, pricing signals turn hotter.New Zealand's ANZ Business Confidence eased in January, slipping from a 30-year high of 73.6 to 64.1. While the decline looks notable, confidence remains at a very strong level historically.

Crude Oil – 29.01.2026.Oil managed to hit the target at the 62.60 zone and  broke above it as the advance wave is still ongoing toward targets 64.50 and 66.15. The first Intraday support zone starts from 62.00-60.

USD/JPY – 29.01.2026.Prices managed to fall below the support of 153.50-60 which could push for a further drop to test the 150.70-90 support trend which could lead to a rebound. Below 150.70 more of a drop could hit the market with support at 149.35.

Japan leans on US backing, tactical silence in war on yen bears.Japan's top monetary officials are leveraging rare U.S. backing in their fight against the weak yen, using tactical silence and calibrated communication to drive the currency sharply higher without resorting to large-scale intervention.

Switzerland Exports (MoM) dipped from previous 23478M to 23462M in December.Switzerland Exports (MoM) dipped from previous 23478M to 23462M in December

New Zealand exports and imports jump 15% yoy in December.New Zealand recorded a modest but better-than-expected trade surplus of NZD 52m in December, exceeding forecasts for a NZD 40m surplus. According to Stats NZ, goods exports jumped 15% year-on-year to NZD 7.7B, while goods imports rose by a similar 15% to NZD 7.6B, reflecting strong two-way trade flows at year-end.

FOMC Meeting Went by Unnoticed.The US Fed yesterday left the policy rate at 3.5%-3.75%, pausing the normalization cycle that (re)started last year and lasted three rate cuts through December. Miran (Trump's pick) and Waller (Fed chair contender) opted for a 25 bps cut.

India should consider age-based limits for social media access, economic adviser says.India's annual economic survey presented on Thursday recommended age-based limits to be considered for access to social media and gambling apps to counter what it called "digital addiction" in the country.

Turkey Economic Confidence Index down to 99.4 in December from previous 99.5.Turkey Economic Confidence Index down to 99.4 in December from previous 99.5

USD: Less monetary, more politics – Commerzbank.USD: Less monetary, more politics – Commerzbank

USD/JPY forecast: What next for the soaring Japanese yen?.The Japanese yen has staged a strong comeback in the past few days as investors focused on its potential intervention and the latest actions by the Federal Reserve. The USD/JPY pair was trading at 153, down by 4% from its highest level this year.

AUD/JPY Price Forecast: Keeps bullish vibe near 108.50 amid Japan's fiscal and political challenges.AUD/JPY Price Forecast: Keeps bullish vibe near 108.50 amid Japan's fiscal and political challenges

EUR/JPY climbs toward 183.50 despite Japanese intervention risks.EUR/JPY climbs toward 183.50 despite Japanese intervention risks

Japan Consumer Confidence Index came in at 37.9 below forecasts (38) in January.Japan Consumer Confidence Index came in at 37.9 below forecasts (38) in January

USD hangs near four-year low, around 96.00 on Fed concerns and economic risks.USD hangs near four-year low, around 96.00 on Fed concerns and economic risks

Rupee hits record low as outflows, importer anxiety overshadow buoyant economy.The Indian rupee hit an all-time low on Thursday, as continued weakness in foreign capital flows and rush to hedge against further depreciation overshadowed impulses from a buoyant domestic economy.

Xi and Starmer signal thaw as China and UK seek steadier bilateral ties.Chinese President Xi Jinping met with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Beijing on Wednesday, in a closely watched encounter that signalled a potential recalibration of relations after several years of strain.

BOC Hold Decision Lifted CAD, But Gains Erased During Presser.The Bank of Canada kept its policy rate unchanged at 2.25% in their January decision as widely expected while acknowledging heightened uncertainty from U.S. trade restrictions. Here's how CAD reacted.

India's RBI likely sold dollars ahead of open to support rupee, traders say.The Indian central bank likely sold dollars before the local spot market opened on Thursday to support the rupee, three traders said, after the non-deliverable forward markets signalled a potential break past the 92-per-dollar level.

Fed Holds Rates Steady, Signals Extended Pause Despite Dovish Dissents.While stronger data has raised the bar for additional cuts, the Fed still appears open to easing if conditions warrant. See how USD reacted to the Fed's January decision!

Oil Price Forecast: Supply Drop, Fed Pause, and Venezuela Deal Drive Prices Higher.Oil prices are rising from long-term support as supply cuts, Fed policy pause, a weaker dollar, and renewed Venezuelan exports fuel bullish momentum toward the $65–$70 zone.

Rupee stares at new low beyond 92 on offshore-led dollar rush, weak Asia.The Indian rupee is poised to breach the 92-per-dollar level for the first time at open on Thursday, pressured by the U.S. dollar's rally in the non-deliverable forward markets and broad weakness across Asian currencies, with traders on alert for possible central bank intervention.

Japanese Yen edges higher amid hawkish BoJ; fiscal and political risks cap gains.Japanese Yen edges higher amid hawkish BoJ; fiscal and political risks cap gains

Australian dollar hits fresh 3-year peak, kiwi rises to 7-month top.The Australian dollar scaled a new three-year peak on Thursday as gold prices surged to yet another record and bets grew for an imminent rate hike at home, helping also lift its kiwi cousin to a seven-month top.

WTI drifts higher to four-month high near $63.50 amid US inventory drop, Iran risks.WTI drifts higher to four-month high near $63.50 amid US inventory drop, Iran risks

Dollar whipped as markets wary of mounting risks.The dollar remained on shaky ground on Thursday, as uncertainty ​over U.S. economic policies and geopolitical moves were only partially offset by supportive comments from the White House ‌and European officials following a rout in the currency.

Australia's Q4 trade prices lift terms of trade as export prices rebound.Australian trade price data for the December quarter pointed to a notable improvement in the external backdrop, with export prices rebounding sharply and import prices rising unexpectedly, lifting Australia's terms of trade.

Australia Import Price Index (QoQ) registered at 0.9% above expectations (-0.2%) in 4Q.Australia Import Price Index (QoQ) registered at 0.9% above expectations (-0.2%) in 4Q

Australia Export Price Index (QoQ) up to 3.2% in 4Q from previous -0.9%.Australia Export Price Index (QoQ) up to 3.2% in 4Q from previous -0.9%

NZ business confidence eases from record highs as activity holds firm, inflation lifts.New Zealand business confidence pulled back in January from December's 30-year high but remains historically strong, according to the latest ANZ Business Outlook survey, as activity indicators stayed elevated while inflation pressures showed signs of re-emerging.