Singapore Retail Sales (YoY): -0.4% (January) vs previous 2.7%.Singapore Retail Sales (YoY): -0.4% (January) vs previous 2.7%

Singapore Retail Sales (MoM) climbed from previous -5.4% to 6.1% in January.Singapore Retail Sales (MoM) climbed from previous -5.4% to 6.1% in January

Is this a hint that the US-Iran conflict might stretch on for much longer?.The main issue that market players are struggling to grasp right now is the relative uncertainty with regards to the duration of the US-Iran conflict. That mainly affects the energy security in the region, especially with regards to the Strait of Hormuz and threats to other oil and gas facilities in Gulf nations.

Rupee rebounds from all-time low, gains 48 paise to 91.57 against US dollar in early trade.The Indian Rupee has recovered from its record low, gaining 48 paise to trade at 91.57 against the US dollar. This recovery follows positive momentum in domestic equity markets.

China further outlines five-year plan, says to implement more proactive macro policies.All of this builds on the earlier announcement here. There is a lot more to it but these are arguably the more relevant points for markets to take note of.

RBI sold dollars heavily before local spot market open, traders say.The Reserve Bank of India likely intervened in the foreign exchange market on Thursday, selling dollars to support the rupee after it hit a record low. Traders observed a sharp rally in the rupee just before the local market opened, with state-run banks reportedly acting on behalf of the RBI to shore up the currency against the dollar.

No inflation shock to come from US-Iran conflict - Danske.It's only been a little over three trading days but markets are evidently fearful of inflation pressures returning to major economies. Even if not fully reflected in central bank pricing, in which the needle has definitely moved, then at least take caution from the bond market.

Pound Sterling underperforms as UK faces stagflation risks amid Middle East war.Pound Sterling underperforms as UK faces stagflation risks amid Middle East war

Japanese Yen edges higher above 156.50 as Middle East conflict fuels safe-haven demand.Japanese Yen edges higher above 156.50 as Middle East conflict fuels safe-haven demand

WTI Crude Oil Rally Gains Steam, Traders Eye Fresh Highs.Looking at the 4-hour chart of XTI/USD, the price cleared the $75.00 resistance, the 100 simple moving average (red, 4-hour), and the 200 simple moving average (green, 4-hour). The price even spiked above $77.50.

China's new growth target reflects strategic economic transition.Chinese Premier Li Qiang unveiled Beijing's economic priorities for the year during the annual government work report at the National People's Congress, setting the country's GDP growth target at 4.5% to 5%. The range represents a slight step down from the “around 5%” goal used in the past three years.

IMF's Georgieva: Global economic resilience being tested yet again by new Middle East conflict.IMF's Georgieva: Global economic resilience being tested yet again by new Middle East conflict

Crude Oil Surges on Middle East War Risk as Supply Disruptions Point to $100 Target.Crude oil prices rose as escalating U.S.–Israel strikes on Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz increased supply risks, pushing Brent oil above $83 and Brent oil above $75 while technical signals point toward a potential move to $100.

Fed's Beige Book: Employment stable, price growth seen slowing ahead.The Fed's latest Beige Book survey showed the US economy expanding at a modest pace, though growth was uneven across regions. Overall activity increased at a “slight to moderate pace” in seven of the twelve Districts, while five districts reported flat or declining conditions, up from four in the previous report.

Australian Dollar declines to near 0.7050 as trade surplus narrows in January.Australian Dollar declines to near 0.7050 as trade surplus narrows in January

Australia, NZ dollars rally on market mood swing, sentiment fickle.The Australian and New Zealand dollars were back from the brink on Thursday as a sudden mood swing in global markets helped risk assets rally, offsetting ​an otherwise soft set of domestic economic data.

AUD/JPY drops below 111.00 as Australia's Trade Surplus narrows.AUD/JPY drops below 111.00 as Australia's Trade Surplus narrows

PBOC sets Yuan mid-point at strongest level in 34 months.PBOC sets Yuan mid-point at strongest level in 34 months

China lifts yuan guidance to 34-month high, firmer than market projections.China lifted its official yuan midpoint ​to the strongest level ‌in 34 months and firmer than market projections on ​Thursday, in what investors ​interpreted as an attempt to ⁠stabilise the Chinese ​currency.

Canadian Dollar jumps above 1.3600 on rising crude oil prices.Canadian Dollar jumps above 1.3600 on rising crude oil prices

WTI holds gains near $75.00 as supply disruptions persist on Middle East war.WTI holds gains near $75.00 as supply disruptions persist on Middle East war

Currencies take a beat as dollar rally pauses.The dollar halted its blistering rally on Thursday, providing some reprieve to the battered euro as investors clung on to fragile assumptions that the war in the Middle East may not last as long ​as initially expected.

Australia Trade Balance (MoM) came in at 2631M, below expectations (3900M) in January.Australia Trade Balance (MoM) came in at 2631M, below expectations (3900M) in January

Australia Imports (MoM) increased to 0.8% in January from previous -0.8%.Australia Imports (MoM) increased to 0.8% in January from previous -0.8%

USD/JPY pulls back from weekly highs as Yen steadies near 157.00.USD/JPY pulls back from weekly highs as Yen steadies near 157.00

Indonesia: Trade buffers against Oil shock – DBS.Indonesia: Trade buffers against Oil shock – DBS

USD/JPY Forecast: Energy overtakes rates as bearish signal emerges.USD/JPY was given every reason to continue rallying on Wednesday but couldn't: hot US economic data again dismissing fears about a growth slowdown seen late last week, another curtailment in Fed rate cut pricing this year, and a sharp recovery in risk appetite. Instead, it bucked the traditional playbook, delivering a bearish reversal signal on the daily timeframe, strengthened by the fact it arrived after the pair traded at fresh multi-week highs.

Financial & Forex Market Recap: March 4, 2026.Markets rebounded sharply Wednesday as robust US ISM Services and ADP employment data overshadowed Iran conflict concerns, fueling broad risk appetite while dollar fell against major currencies.

Natural Gas Price Forecast: Sellers Regain Control After Failed Breakout.Natural gas failed to sustain a breakout above the 20-day average, reinforcing trendline resistance and signaling downside risk toward key corrective support around $2.76.

Crude oil catching a bid. Price moves back toward $76.The next target comes in at $76.59, a downward sloping trendline is near that level. Can above and it opens the door for a run toward the high pricing this week at $77.98.