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The post Brent: Supply risk keeps prices elevated – Deutsche Bank appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Deutsche Bank’s macro strategy team notes that Brent Oil remains supported by geopolitical tensions and supply concerns. Comments from President Trump about the Strait of Hormuz have reinforced fears of a prolonged disruption, driving prices higher overnight. While Brent was little changed in the previous session, late gains contributed to a more hawkish repricing of Federal Reserve expectations. Geopolitics and Fed repricing drive Oil “As we go to press this morning, markets have lost momentum after President Trump said the US doesn’t need the Strait of Hormuz open “at all”. So that’s added to fears that the Strait will remain blocked for some time, leading to a more protracted energy shock for the global economy.” “Indeed, Brent crude oil prices are up another +1.21% overnight to $107.00/bbl.” “In the meantime, oil prices were little changed yesterday, with Brent crude (+0.09%) clos
Read full articleThe Fed's hawkish shift could strain economic growth, impact crypto liquidity, and challenge inflation control, altering future rate strategies. The post Federal Reserve faces hawkish shift in rate outlook as Iran war reshapes inflation expectations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Increased tensions may hinder short-term stability in the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global markets and geopolitical dynamics. The post US rejects Iran’s 14-point proposal amid Strait of Hormuz tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
The post Euro refreshes monthly low against US Dollar as traders price out dovish Fed bets appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. The Euro (EUR) trades sharply lower against the US Dollar (USD) around 1.1630 during the European trading session on Friday, the lowest level seen in over a month. The EUR/USD pair faces intense selling pressure as the US Dollar (USD) outperforms across the board due to firm expectations that the Federal Reserve (Fed) will not cut interest rates this year. US Dollar Price Today The table below shows the percentage change of US Dollar (USD) against listed major currencies today. US Dollar was the strongest against the New Zealand Dollar. USD EUR GBP JPY CAD AUD NZD CHF USD 0.32% 0.41% 0.05% 0.20% 0.86% 1.00% 0.25% EUR -0.32% 0.08% -0.26% -0.13% 0.54% 0.72% -0.06% GBP -0.41% -0.08% -0.34% -0.21% 0.46% 0.62% -0.15% JPY -0.05% 0.26% 0.34% 0.16% 0.80% 0.96% 0.20% CAD -0.20% 0.13% 0.21% -0.16% 0.64% 0.78% 0.05% AUD -0.86% -0.54% -0.46% -0.80% -0.64% 0.17% -0.61% NZD
The post Forex Today: US Dollar extends rally on hawkish Fed repricing appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Here is what you need to know on Friday, May 15: The US Dollar (USD) Index extends its rally and remains on track to post its largest weekly gain in two months as markets reassess the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) policy outlook. In the second half of the day, the US economic calendar will feature Industrial Production data for April and NY Fed’s Empire State Manufacturing Index for May. Following the stronger-than-forecast consumer and producer inflation data earlier in the week, US Treasury bond yields rose sharply and boosted the USD. As of writing, the benchmark 10-year US T-bond yield was sitting at its highest level in nearly a year above 4.5%, while the USD Index was up 1.3% for the week at 99.10. According to the CME FedWatch Tool, markets are currently pricing in about a 50% probability of the Fed raising the policy rate at least once by end-2026. In the meantime, US stock ind
The Fed's bid for 10-year notes could shift capital flows, impacting borrowing costs and risk asset valuations, including cryptocurrencies. The post Federal Reserve bids $10B for 10-year notes, and crypto markets should pay attention appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
The post US Dollar Index (DXY) rallies above 99.00 amid soaring US yields appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. The US Dollar (USD) is outperforming this week, fuelled by higher US Treasury yields as solid macroeconomic data and high inflationary pressures have boosted expectations of Federal Reserve (Fed) rate hikes later in the year. The US Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the value of the Dollar against a basket of peers, is trading at five-week highs, at 99.20, at the time of writing, on track for its best weekly performance in two months, after rallying about 1.30% in the last five days. US Retail Sales data released on Thursday revealed that consumption remained resilient in April, and weekly Initial Jobless Claims provided further signals of a stabilising labour market, despite the war in the Middle East. Consumer and producer inflation data released earlier in the week, on the other hand, have shown that the impact of the energy shock has been stronger than expected. These fig
The post Indian Rupee: Policy support amid pressure – MUFG appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. MUFG’s Michael Wan highlights that India has unveiled several austerity-linked policy steps as Strait of Hormuz tensions pressure capital flows and the balance of payments. Authorities sharply raised import duties on Gold and Silver and capped duty-free Gold imports to support the Indian Rupee (INR), while also considering lower withholding taxes on bonds. MUFG remains cautious on INR versus G10 and Asian currencies. India policy shifts and Rupee outlook “India produced a cluster of significant policy moves this week, all tied to the government’s austerity push amid the Strait of Hormuz driven pressure on capital flows and balance of payments.” “The Finance Ministry raised import duties on gold and silver to 15% from 6%, effective 13 May, and on Thursday capped duty-free gold imports under the Advance Authorisation scheme at 100 kg per approval — measures aimed at curbing non-essential impor
A prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz could exacerbate global inflation, strain import-dependent economies, and heighten market volatility. The post EIA forecasts crude oil prices could rise $20/bbl if Strait of Hormuz remains closed through June appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
