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WTI reverses earlier gains as recovering Middle East exports weigh
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) Oil trades lower on Wednesday, giving up earlier gains as a stronger US Dollar (USD) and recovering Middle East exports offset support from an unexpected decline in US crude inventories.
Thailand: BoT policy risks balanced – Standard Chartered
Standard Chartered economist Tim Leelahaphan expects the Bank of Thailand (BoT) to keep its policy rate at 1.0% through 2026 and 2027, with the BoT prioritising economic growth over inflation. He highlights asymmetric risks around this on-hold call, noting that any hikes would likely be gradual while cuts could be faster if domestic growth slows sharply.
British Pound buckles as 30-year Gilts top 6%, US yields soar
The Pound Sterling (GBP) dives over 0.48% against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday as US Treasury yields hit a 24-year high, boosting the Greenback’s appeal, while traders await the release of the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) last meeting minutes.
United States 10-Year Note Auction rose from previous 4.834%Â to 5.3%
United States 10-Year Note Auction rose from previous 4.834%Â to 5.3%
USD/JPY Price Forecast: Pair consolidates below key moving averages
USD/JPY trades in a narrow range on Wednesday, with the Japanese Yen (JPY) holding a slight advantage over the US Dollar (USD) as traders assess hawkish Bank of Japan (BoJ) signals. Intervention risks near the 160.00 level also keep traders cautious.
US Dollar Index climbs back near its 18-month high as yields rise
The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note touched 5.35% on Wednesday, its highest since April 2002, and the 30-year bond hit a 24-year high. Brent is back above $100 a barrel after Iran stepped up attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
NY Fed September survey shows households bracing for higher prices
The New York Fed's September Survey of Consumer Expectations showed that American households expect short-term inflation to rise, while in the long term, they expect prices to cool but remain above the Federal Reserve’s 2% goal.
IEA members back faster release of 100 million barrels of Oil stocks
Governments belonging to the International Energy Agency (IEA) support accelerating the release of Oil stocks announced under the collective action agreed in March, according to a statement from the organization cited by Reuters on Wednesday.
Vietnam: Strong GDP but rising inflation risks – Commerzbank
Commerzbank Research highlights Vietnam’s Q3 GDP growth at 10.0% year-on-year, the strongest since the pandemic, driven by investment and industry. Achieving the government’s 10% full-year target would require an unusually strong Q4.
Euro struggles as French fiscal risks, strong US Dollar weigh ahead of Fed Minutes
EUR/USD extends its decline on Wednesday as the Euro (EUR) remains under broad selling pressure, while the US Dollar (USD) strengthens alongside surging US Treasury yields. At the time of writing, the pair trades around 1.1195, down 0.57% on the day, hovering near its lowest level in 17 months.
US Treasury yields hit 24-year highs as 10-year tests 5.35%
US Treasury yields soar on Wednesday, with the 10- and 30-year yields reaching 24-year highs of 5.35% and 5.724%, respectively, suggesting that investors are demanding a higher premium on US debt amid inflation and fiscal policy concerns.
Swiss Franc: Safe haven status versus funding role – Rabobank
Rabobank’s Senior FX Strategist Jane Foley highlights Switzerland’s strong current account and budget positions, credible central bank and governance, and high liquidity as underpinning the Swiss Franc’s safe haven status.
Turkey Treasury Cash Balance below expectations (0B) in September: Actual (-467.2B)
Turkey Treasury Cash Balance below expectations (0B) in September: Actual (-467.2B)