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GBP/JPY loses ground as risk aversion increases following Israel’s attack on Iran.The Pound Sterling struggles as the UK economy contracted more than expected in April.Traders expect the BoJ to keep its benchmark rate steady at 0.5% at next week’s policy meeting. GBP/JPY extends its losses for the s

Brent crude has formed a higher low near $63, breaking above its 50-DMA and signaling fading downside momentum. With MACD turning constructive, a test of the $68.70 pivot high is in sight—clearing it could open the door toward $71.30–72.00. The $63 zone remains key support for bullish continuation,

JPY is underperforming all major currencies, BBH FX analysts report. BOJ patience remains justified amid mixed wage data "Japan’s April labor cash earnings report was mixed. Nominal cash earnings were softer than expected at 2.3% y/y (consensus: 2.6%) vs. 2.3% in March but the less volatile schedule

Treading water Markets did what they often do on the eve of Non-Farm Payrolls—they drifted sideways in a fog of indecision. Intraday positioning is light, conviction lighter. Investors are trimming their exposure like chefs prepping for a storm, not wanting to be caught off guard by one more whipsaw

According to a draft of the government’s economic policy roadmap obtained by Reuters, “Japan is expected to promote domestic ownership of government bonds to avoid further rises in long-term interest rates.” Additional takeaways Japan may reassess primary balance target year as needed amid uncertain

USD/CAD pauses bounce off seven-month low; capped below 20-SMA. Technical signals cannot warrant bullish continuation yet. USD/CAD started the week with a bullish hammer candlestick pattern, raising hopes that the recent bearish cycle that dragged the price down to a seven-month low of 1.3684 has bo

Gold stabilizes near 200-SMA following bearish breakout. Technical signals still weak; resistance tested near 3,310. Gold took a downturn after meeting the resistance line drawn from its all-time high of 3,499, raising concerns that a bearish wave similar to the one seen from May 5–15 could be under

As a leading player in China’s healthcare technology sector, JD Health (06618.HK) has rapidly risen to prominence in recent years as a dual leader in online pharmaceutical retail and internet-based medical services, backed by its parent company JD.com. However, its stock has experienced a 42% fluctu

US Dollar bounded up and broke the top of the descending channel at 0.8255. The Swiss franc is struggling in a risk-on market.The daily chart shows a “Morning Star” candle formation, which suggests a potential trend shift. damage The US Dollar has bounced up from three-week lows, favoured by a brigh

Generally, investors are concerned with policy content. Fiscal changes adjust the relative performance of different sectors of the economy, and markets react accordingly. But the current US administration has added two complications. Policy is less predictable, and it seems more likely to have unint

Every weekend, I carve out time to run through the full news cycle—not just the headlines, but the subtle shifts, buried leads, and conflicting signals that often go unnoticed or misinterpreted during the week. It’s become a critical part of my process. I don't just scan for what happened—I dig into