Why Crude Oil Bulls Hold Firm.Crude oil prices, Middle East tensions, and key technical breakout levels remain in focus as traders assess the next major move in energy markets. Razan Hilal, FOREX.com Market Analyst, examines crude oil's multi-month consolidation, the impact of ongoing geopolitical uncertainty, and the critical price levels that could determine whether oil breaks toward new highs or enters a deeper correction.

Natural Gas News: Natural Gas Futures Eye EIA Report as Heat Builds.Natural gas futures climb as traders eye today's EIA storage report and hotter weather forecasts that could tighten balances as summer demand rises.

Rupee closes at 95.78 vs USD ahead of crucial central bank rate review.The Indian rupee declined for a second day ahead of the Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy review, with traders anticipating measures to support the currency. The rupee's recent recovery, aided by RBI intervention and expectations of boosted inflows, faces renewed pressure if Friday's policy fails to deliver.

US Dollar: Hawkish Fed pricing supports USD – BBH.US Dollar: Hawkish Fed pricing supports USD – BBH

Canadian Dollar bounces from eight-week lows as Middle East peace hopes soothe markets.Canadian Dollar bounces from eight-week lows as Middle East peace hopes soothe markets

Ireland Gross Domestic Product (YoY) registered at -17.1%, below expectations (-6%) in 1Q.Ireland Gross Domestic Product (YoY) registered at -17.1%, below expectations (-6%) in 1Q

Ireland Gross Domestic Product (QoQ) below forecasts (-2%) in 1Q: Actual (-12.1%).Ireland Gross Domestic Product (QoQ) below forecasts (-2%) in 1Q: Actual (-12.1%)

Euro climbs vs Yen as ECB tightening expectations clash with BoJ hike, intervention risks.Euro climbs vs Yen as ECB tightening expectations clash with BoJ hike, intervention risks

ECB: Inflation expectations and household demand – BNY.ECB: Inflation expectations and household demand – BNY

United States Challenger Job Cuts climbed from previous 83.687K to 97.006K in May.United States Challenger Job Cuts climbed from previous 83.687K to 97.006K in May

Crude Oil –04.06.2026.Crude Oil managed to pass above the resistance of 94.30 which could be the start of more advance toward 102.20. As we see over the chart, the market is facing the first support around 91.90 which if managed to hold above it, the advance could sustain.

USD/JPY –04.06.2026.Our previous outlook for USDJPY still stands as the pair slowly marches towards the resistance zone at 160.20-60. Traders are watching the resistance zone of 160.20-60 as the last time the market was here, the BoJ threatened to intervention to support the Yen.

Dollar at two-month high as Gulf hostilities flare, yen near intervention zone.Although Israel and ⁠Lebanon ⁠agreed to a ceasefire, a broader peace deal remained elusive, keeping oil prices elevated and supporting demand for the safe-haven ​dollar.

USD/JPY forecast: Japanese yen crashes as traders predict 2 BoJ rate hikes.The Japanese yen continued its downward spiral today as the US dollar crash gained steam and as economists predicted that the BoJ will hike interest rates twice this year. The USD/JPY exchange rate jumped to 159.88, its highest point since April 30th.

Spain 5-y Bond Auction: 2.947% vs previous 2.959%.Spain 5-y Bond Auction: 2.947% vs previous 2.959%

Brent: Conflict risks and ceasefire headlines – Deutsche Bank.Brent: Conflict risks and ceasefire headlines – Deutsche Bank

Euro holds above one-week low vs softer USD; upside seems limited as Iran risks persist.Euro holds above one-week low vs softer USD; upside seems limited as Iran risks persist

Eurozone Retail Sales (MoM) registered at -0.4%, below expectations (-0.3%) in April.Eurozone Retail Sales (MoM) registered at -0.4%, below expectations (-0.3%) in April

Eurozone Retail Sales (YoY) came in at 1%, above forecasts (0.3%) in April.Eurozone Retail Sales (YoY) came in at 1%, above forecasts (0.3%) in April

Agreement on the release of frozen Iranian funds in its final stages - Al Arabiya.According to an informed source cited by Al Arabiya on X, talks on the release of frozen Iranian funds are now in their final stages. The source indicated that the remaining dispute concerns the mechanism through which a portion of those assets would be made available to Tehran.

Dollar edges higher as investors weigh economic data.The US Dollar strengthened against major currencies on Wednesday, supported by stronger-than-expected economic data and continued uncertainty surrounding negotiations between the United States and Iran. Investors are now turning their attention to key labour market data due later this week, including weekly jobless claims and the closely watched Nonfarm Payrolls report for May.

US Dollar: North Asia FX misalignment risks – BNY.US Dollar: North Asia FX misalignment risks – BNY

Pound treads water amid uncertainty about Iran peace talks.The pound was little changed on Thursday as markets remained focused on the uncertain outcome of U.S.-Iran peace talks.

British Pound trades weak near mid-214.00s vs Japanese Yen amid intervention fears.British Pound trades weak near mid-214.00s vs Japanese Yen amid intervention fears

Euro and Sterling Weaken as the Dollar Strengthens Ahead of Key US Data.The US dollar continues to hold firm against its major counterparts, supported by strong US macroeconomic data and expectations surrounding the release of further labour market indicators. Additional support for the greenback comes from persistent inflationary risks and the Federal Reserve's cautious stance regarding further monetary policy easing.

British Pound: Pressure building below 1.3390 versus US Dollar – UOB.British Pound: Pressure building below 1.3390 versus US Dollar – UOB

Indian central bank's heavy FX swaps drag premiums to 2-month low ahead of policy.Aggressive buy-sell dollar/rupee swaps by the Reserve Bank of India over the last ten days have compressed FX hedging costs to two-month lows in the run-up ​to a crucial monetary policy decision.

Euro: Real rate headwinds and fragile demand – BNY.Euro: Real rate headwinds and fragile demand – BNY

Indian Rupee continues to erase gains as US-Iran tensions, higher oil prices bite.The US dollar has been mostly rangebound for the past months with bouts of weakness on positive US-Iran headlines, and strength on negative developments. This week, the greenback has been supported by renewed tensions in the Middle East as US and Iran exchanged fire once again, with Iran even attacking US bases in the Gulf.

Swiss Inflation Misses Expectations, unchanged at 0.6% in May.Swiss inflation remained subdued in May, underscoring the country's unique position at a time when many major economies are grappling with renewed price pressures. Headline CPI held steady at 0.6% yoy, missing expectations for an increase to 0.8% yoy.