Australian Dollar gains support from US–Iran talks optimism.Australian Dollar gains support from US–Iran talks optimism

South Korea Trade Balance up to $26.23B in March from previous $25.74B.South Korea Trade Balance up to $26.23B in March from previous $25.74B

US President Trump on Iran war: I view it as very close to over.US President Trump on Iran war: I view it as very close to over

Much chatter that Iran talks to resume as ceasefire extension discussed.Early signs of stabilisation are emerging in the Middle East energy corridor, as US enforcement measures appear to be holding while diplomatic efforts to extend the ceasefire gain traction.

WTI remains subdued near $87.50 as Trump signals renewed Iran talks.WTI remains subdued near $87.50 as Trump signals renewed Iran talks

Safe-haven dollar near six-week lows on hopes of fresh Iran talks.The U.S. ​dollar lingered near six-week lows on Wednesday, surrendering nearly all the gains it ‌had made since the Middle East war erupted as hopeful signs of another round of talks between the U.S. and Iran lifted risk appetite.

Japanese Yen bulls seem hesitant despite Iran diplomacy hopes; USD/JPY trades below 159.00.Japanese Yen bulls seem hesitant despite Iran diplomacy hopes; USD/JPY trades below 159.00

Australian jobs data preview: Labour data to miss Iran impact, slowdown seen later.Westpac's preview of Australia's March labour force report suggests the upcoming data will offer limited insight into the economic impact of the Iran war, with the labour market expected to remain resilient in the near term despite mounting risks.

Japan Machinery Orders (MoM) came in at 13.6%, above forecasts (-1.1%) in February.Japan Machinery Orders (MoM) came in at 13.6%, above forecasts (-1.1%) in February

Japan Machinery Orders (YoY) registered at 24.7% above expectations (8.5%) in February.Japan Machinery Orders (YoY) registered at 24.7% above expectations (8.5%) in February

Japan manufacturers' confidence drops most in 3 years on Iran war impact.Japan's manufacturers see the sharpest confidence drop in three years as oil shocks and supply disruptions bite, while domestic sectors remain more resilient.

Singapore: Growth resilience faces external risks – DBS.Singapore: Growth resilience faces external risks – DBS

Japanese Yen Price Action Setups: USD/JPY, AUD/JPY, CHF/JPY.Japanese yen crosses remain active across the board, with divergent setups emerging among the majors. USD/JPY is showing signs of a bearish reversal below 160, AUD/JPY is pressing multi-decade highs, while CHF/JPY continues to stall beneath key resistance at 204.

South Korea Unemployment Rate dipped from previous 2.9% to 2.7% in March.South Korea Unemployment Rate dipped from previous 2.9% to 2.7% in March

Bessent flags tariff return by July, adding to global risks from Iran war.US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent signalled that tariffs could be reinstated to previous levels as early as July, introducing a fresh layer of uncertainty for global markets already grappling with the economic fallout from the Iran war.

USD/JPY slips back below 159.00 as softer PPI links with peace talk optimism.USD/JPY slips back below 159.00 as softer PPI links with peace talk optimism

CNY: Stronger currency despite softer trade – Commerzbank.CNY: Stronger currency despite softer trade – Commerzbank

Trading Day: Wall Street jumps on optimism over revived US-Iran talks, focus on earnings.Stocks rallied and crude fell on Tuesday as the promise of ongoing talks between the United States and Iran boosted hopes of de-escalation in the Middle East, while corporate earnings took center stage.

Crude Oil Price Forecast: Bearish Continuation Targets Lower Support Zones.Crude oil extends its decline after breaking key support levels and a rising wedge pattern, with bearish continuation pointing toward lower Fibonacci and moving average targets.

South Korea Import Price Growth (YoY): 18.4% (March) vs 1.2%.South Korea Import Price Growth (YoY): 18.4% (March) vs 1.2%

Natural Gas Price Forecast: Support Fails as Bearish Momentum Builds.Natural gas weakens after breaking key support, with bearish momentum building as price tests lower levels while watching for potential stabilization near critical trendline support.

IFC, Citigroup sign $98 million local currency borrowing facility for South Africa.The World Bank Group's private-sector arm, the International Finance Corporation, and U.S. bank Citigroup have signed a ​new 1.6 billion rand ($98 million) borrowing facility aimed at expanding ‌local-currency financing in South Africa, the IFC and Citigroup said on Tuesday.

CNY: Safe-haven role grows with stronger yuan – Societe Generale.CNY: Safe-haven role grows with stronger yuan – Societe Generale

Argentina Consumer Price Index (MoM) came in at 3.4%, above expectations (3%) in March.Argentina Consumer Price Index (MoM) came in at 3.4%, above expectations (3%) in March

Natural Gas, WTI Oil, Brent Oil Forecasts – WTI Oil Dives 6% On Hopes For Iran Peace Deal.Oil markets are moving lower as traders cut bullish bets.

US Dollar Price Action Setups: EUR/USD, GBP/USD, USD/JPY, EUR/JPY, GBP/JPY.Since last week's webinar we've seen quite a bit of change, and while numerous questions around the ceasefire that's triggered much of that change in markets seems to be in question, the response in the USD has been much more clear cut.

Singapore: Imported energy shock drives MAS stance – UOB.Singapore: Imported energy shock drives MAS stance – UOB

BoE's Bailey sees major cybersecurity risks in new Anthropic model.Central banks and financial regulators must quickly understand the implications of a new artificial intelligence model that could pose major cybersecurity dangers, Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey ​said on Tuesday.

WTI Oil retreats for second day on US-Iran diplomacy hopes, Hormuz risks cap downside.WTI Oil retreats for second day on US-Iran diplomacy hopes, Hormuz risks cap downside

USD/JPY tumbles as softer US data and BoJ hawkish tilt collide with shifting war sentiment.USD/JPY tumbles as softer US data and BoJ hawkish tilt collide with shifting war sentiment