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Next Week


"The week to September 10 kicks off with Labor Day holiday closures on Monday in both the United States and Canada.  Brazil and numerous Asian countries also celebrate holidays during the week...."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-09-03 23:40
Taggar: bank, currency, market, rate

EUR/USD Rises Despite Favorable Nonfarm Payrolls Report


"EUR/USD currency pair is rising despite the good news from US labor market. Reports about employment were surprisingly good, especially considering grim forecasts. Non-manufacturing PMI, on ..."

Will the Swiss Franc Continue to Gain in Currency Trading?


"Risks to the Swiss franc rallyOne of the best performers this year on the FX market has been the Swiss franc. It has everything going for it: traditional safe haven status and an expanding economy wit..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-09-03 09:34
Taggar: currency, currency trading, economy, fx market, inflation, market, trading

U.K. Pound Still Has Struggles in Forex Trading


"Sterling in currency tradingThe U.K. pound is still struggling overall in forex trading on the currency market. Earlier today, sterling saw a sell off in currency trading. However, for now, the U.K. p..."

FX Trading Surge


"Daily currency volume Boris Schlossberg, director Of currency research GFT."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-09-02 09:22
Taggar: currency

Euro Maintains Gains in Forex Trading


"Dollar weakness on the currency marketThe euro is maintaining its gains in forex trading on the currency market today. The ECB announced that it is keeping interest rates steady for now, and forex tra..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-09-02 08:39
Taggar: announcement, currency, dollar, forex, forex trade, forex trading, market, rate, trading

U.S. Dollar Continues to Soften in Forex Trading


"Greenback in currency tradingThe U.S. dollar continues to soften in forex trading on the currency market today. Indeed, the U.S. dollar is mostly lower, dropping against the euro, yen and Aussie. Agai..."

Explosive Growth in Foreign Exchange Market Volume Continued in 2007-2010


"The Bank for International Settlements in Basle, Switzerland coordinates a triennial survey of global currency market transaction volume.  A survey taken this spring revealed daily turnover of $3..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-09-02 04:22
Taggar: bank, currency, market

Currencies Remain In Corrective Mode


"Kathy Lien, director of currency research at GFT Forex, on what to expect from the currency markets."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-09-01 11:49
Taggar: currency, forex, market

High Beta Currencies Head Higher in Forex Trading


"U.S. dollar down against sterling and euroThe U.S. dollar is down against the sterling and the euro in forex trading today. High beta currencies are moving higher as the global economic outlook gets a..."

Japanese Yen Finds Popularity in Currency Trading


"Yen strengthens against the U.S. dollarU.S. dollar weakness has become more pronounced recently, and that is leading to yen strength in currency trading. Indeed, the Japanese yen is attracting new inv..."

EUR/USD Falls on Rising Home Prices and Consumer Confidence


"EUR/USD currency pair was rising this trading session but began to decline after reports showed that home prices and consumer confidence increased more than expected. The dollar weakene..."

Euro Gets a Little Help in Forex Trading


"16-nation currency on the FX marketThe euro is getting a little help today in forex trading on the currency market as a relief rally is under way. Even though overall euro zone unemployment remains ra..."

Will Slowing Economic Growth Undermine the U.S. Dollar?


"Greenback in forex tradingIt appears that slowing economic growth is likely to undermine the U.S. dollar going forward. Even though the greenback has been a safe haven currency in forex trading, it ne..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-31 09:20
Taggar: currency, currency trading, dollar, forex, forex trading, market, report, trading

Chinese Yuan has Hardly Budged


"The frequency of my reports on the Chinese Yuan is admittedly much higher than it used to be. Why? Call it disbelief. More than two months have passed since China revalued its currency, and after a ra..."

Blog: Forex Blog: Currency Trading
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-31 08:48
Taggar: currency, dollar, report

CFTC finalizes forex rules: leverage reduced to 1:50


"The CFTC has finally released its final regulations concerning off-exchange retail foreign currency transactions. The rules implement provisions of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Prote..."

Blog: Forex Magnates
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-31 07:31
Taggar: currency, foreign currency

Any Major Moves on EUR/USD Before Year?s End?


"Sometimes a collective mind of Forex traders produce better forecasts than the analysts do. And since EUR/USD is the most popular currency pair nowadays, I’d like to..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-30 14:24
Taggar: currency, currency pair, forex, forex trade

Bank of Japan Expands Liquidity-Enhancing Facility to Encourage Bank Lending


"An unscheduled three-hour policy meeting was most noteworthy for actions not taken.  A statement released by the Policy Board noted recently unstable currency and equity markets but said nothing..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-30 14:08
Taggar: currency, market, rate

U.K. Pound Higher in Currency Trading


"Sterling gains in forex tradingSterling is making solid gains today in currency trading on the FX market. The U.K. pound is strengthening on improved economic news, and the fact that Britain's economi..."

U.S. Dollar Mixed in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with the U.S. dollarThe U.S. dollar is mixed in forex trading on the currency market today. The U.K. pound is moving higher against the U.S. dollar right now, as is the Japanese yen..."

Next Week


"The last week of the summer currency market season begins with a British bank holiday on Monday and ends Friday with an early closure of the U.S. Treasury market for the Labor Day holiday.  Since..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-27 22:17
Taggar: bank, currency, dollar, market

Summer Ending, so What?s Next in Forex?


"Currency markets have mostly been marking time in late August.  Since my previous Insights essay written two weeks ago, the U.S. currency experienced scant net changes of +0.7% and +0.4% against..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-27 20:29
Taggar: currency, dollar, kiwi, market

EUR/USD Down on US GDP Report


"EUR/USD declined after trading more-or-less inside some tight range today as the US GDP numbers improved appeal for the US dollar slightly. The drop also fits into the en..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-27 16:01
Taggar: currency, currency pair, dollar, trading

U.S. Dollar Mixed in Currency Trading


"Forex trading with the greenbackThe U.S. dollar is mixed in currency trading today, thanks to a bit of uncertainty and rangebound trading. Earlier, the U.S. dollar did move a little bit higher against..."

Forex Traders Await Ben Bernanke's Speech


"Currency trading on the FX marketThe currency market is rather quiet today, as forex traders await Ben Bernanke's speech. Bernanke is scheduled to speak at 10 a.m. Eastern in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, at..."

Now and Yen


"Official concern about yen strength is palpable and mounting by the day.  Not since the last intervention in March 2004 has the possibility of government sales of yen been considered so carefully..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-26 18:44
Taggar: currency, dollar

Falling Yields Have Investors Selling the Dollar


"The Japanese yen and Swiss franc continue to lead the way as the preferred choice of funding currency when employing a carry trade strategy, but an increasing number of investors are now shorting the..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-26 16:36
Taggar: currencies, currency, dollar, finance, home sales, rate

Go Long on the Swiss/Yen: FX Strategist


"Kathy Lien, director of currency research at GFT, says her favorite play for 2010 is going long on swiss-yen as she forecasts it will hit 85 by the end of the year. She speaks to CNBC's Martin Soong..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-26 10:48
Taggar: currency

Coordinating Yen Intervention


"Airtime: Sun. Aug. 22 2010 | 6:10 PM ET Kathy Lien, director of currency research at GFT, says Japan, Europe and the U.S. must coordinate intervention in order to successfully curb yen appreciation. S..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-26 10:47
Taggar: currency

What Does Japan Need For Growth?


"Kathy Lien, director of currency research at GFT, says as an export-dependent economy, Japan needs its trade partners to bounce back to stimulate its growth. She speaks to CNBC's Martin Soong and Adam..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-26 10:44
Taggar: currency, economy

Technical Analysis in Forex Trading


"Kathy Lien, director of currency research at GFT, shares her strategy for trading in the FX markets with CNBC's Martin Soong."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-26 10:41
Taggar: currency, fx market, market, rate, share, shares, trading

Focus Shifts to U.S. Dollar as Jackson Hole Symposium Gets Underway


"Forex trading forecast for the U.S. dollarToday, there has been some focus on the euro zone as German consumer confidence has provided a boost for the euro in forex trading. However, that focus is abo..."

U.S. Dollar Drops Against the Canadian Dollar in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with USD/CADThe U.S. dollar is moving lower against the Canadian dollar in forex trading on the currency market today. Indeed, the U.S. dollar's recent rally attempt has been cut off..."

Interbank FX expands to Australia


"Interbank FX just announced that its Australian subsidiary obtained an ASIC license and will shortly start operation in Australia. This signals what everybody knows by now – Australia is the nex..."

Blog: Forex Magnates
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-25 20:39
Taggar: bank, currency, foreign currency, forex

EUR/USD Rises as Housing Tumbles, Oil Inventories Go Up


"The euro rose against the US dollar slightly today as the market participants reacted to the pessimistic macroeconomic reports. The currency pair was going up rather..."

Surprise Rise in German Business Confidence


"An increase in the Ifo Business Climate Index which measures the confidence level of German businesses, caught market watchers by surprise, rising to 106.9, up from 106.2 in July. Most analysts predic..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-25 15:42
Taggar: currency, dollar, market, pound

Euro Gains the Upper Hand in Forex Trading


"Euro in currency tradingAfter seeing a bit of a pullback on S&P's downgrading of Ireland's sovereign debt, the euro is seeing some gains in forex trading. The euro is up against the U.S. dollar in..."

China Brings in 54 Billion Yuan During Bond Sale


"Could yuan be the next world currency?China certainly appears to be on its way to building the next de facto world currency. In spite of some relatively recent calls for a new global reserve currency..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-25 09:09
Taggar: bank, currency, dollar, forex, forex trade, market

Dollar Tumbles on Disastrous Home Sales


"EUR/USD rallied strongly today after the report on the US housing situation in July was released. The Forex market continued with the bullish reaction also after the ..."

Stock Futures Fall on Growth Concerns


"Stock futures and a drop in oil prices in European trading suggest another losing day on the US stock exchanges as investors turned to bonds for safety. The Stoxx Europe 600 Index declined 1.8 percent..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-24 15:09
Taggar: bear, currency, market, oil, rate, trading

Aussie Falls in Forex Trading as Risk Aversion Sets In


"Currency trading with the Australian dollarCurrency trading with the Australian dollar should consider that it is one of the few currencies lower as compared to the U.S. dollar today. With risk aversi..."

U.S. Dollar Tanks in Forex Trading, Thanks to Economic Concerns


"Greenback affected by worries about a double dip recessionEconomic concerns have sent the U.S. dollar lower in forex trading on the currency market. Existing home sales data for July showed the bigges..."

YEN Yada Yada


"We wake up and hope, but, it?s ugly again today. Two consecutive days of ?no? North American data has the market grasping for any excuse to sell the EUR. Speculators have been throwing everything out..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-24 12:13
Taggar: currency, market

Go Long on the Swiss/Yen: FX Strategist


"Kathy Lien, director of currency research at GFT, says her favorite play for 2010 is going long on swiss-yen as she forecasts it will hit 85 by the end of the year. She speaks to CNBC's Martin Soong..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-23 17:19
Taggar: currency

Canadian Dollar Gains as Equities Strengthen


"The Canadian dollar started the week on a positive note as a jump in equities and strengthening oil prices helped boost the loonie. Growing interest in a take-over of Canadian giant Potash Corp also w..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-23 15:50
Taggar: currency, dollar, loonie, oil, rate

U.S. Dollar Mostly Higher in Forex Trading


"Currency trading on the FX marketThe U.S. dollar is mostly higher in forex trading on the currency market today as risk aversion makes a small appearance. The greenback is making a good appearance as..."

Will Australia End Up with a Hung Parliament?


"Aussie not really affected in currency tradingThere is some concern that the Australian dollar may be affected in forex trading by the expectation of a hung parliament. A clear majority does not appea..."

EUR on verge of tipping


"Global uncertainty continues to dominate this lackluster forex market this morning. At least the soap operas in the Asian-Pacific region have been keeping us awake. Gillard and Abbot have been scrambl..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-23 12:40
Taggar: currency, dollar, forex, forex market, market

U.S. Dollar Looks for Strength on Risk Aversion


"Greenback in forex tradingThe U.S. dollar is strengthening in currency trading on the FX market, thanks to risk aversion related to the financial markets. The greenback is heading higher in forex trad..."

Euro Drops in Forex Trading


"16-nation currency struggles on FX marketThe euro is dropping in forex trading on the currency market, thanks to concerns about global economic recovery. Even the recent good news out of Germany can't..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-20 09:10
Taggar: currency, dollar, forex, forex trade, forex trading, fx market, market, trading

U.K. Pound Finds Support in Forex Trading


"Sterling rallies in currency trading on BOE minutesMinutes released regarding the most recent Monetary Policy Committee meeting at the Bank of England have given the U.K. pound something to cheer abou..."

Canadian Dollar Gains in Currency Trading


"Loonie in forex tradingThe Canadian dollar is finding its footing in currency trading on the FX market, moving higher today as BHP Billiton makes a hostile bid for Potash Corp. The loonie is a commodi..."

China Turns Bearish on US, Buys Yen, Euros


"In what could foreshadow the future composition of world currency reserves, domestic US investors now hold the majority of America?s debt. According to the latest information from the US Treasury depa..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-17 22:03
Taggar: currency, finance, financial

Administrative Notice


"Currency Thoughts will be observing a lighter schedule over the next couple of days.  Our apologies for any inconvenience. Copyright Larry Greenberg 2010."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-17 18:08
Taggar: currency

More Reason to See Dollar Weakness in the Future


"U.S. dollar forex trading forecastThe U.S. dollar is showing weakness today in currency trading on the FX market as risk currencies like the Australian dollar head higher. There is a degree of risk ap..."

Aussie Heads Higher in Currency Trading


"Commodity currencies get boost in forex tradingThe Australian dollar is heading higher in currency trading on the FX market today as risk appetite makes an appearance. Commodity currencies are higher..."

EUR/USD - Bounce Off Uptrend Line


"Price action on EUR/USD (a 4-hour chart of which is shown) as of Monday (8/16/2010) has made a pronounced bounce off a key uptrend support line extending from the very beginning of the currency pair..."

Blog: FX Path
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-16 18:10
Taggar: bull, currency, currency pair

EUR/USD Declines After Reports from US


"EUR/USD currency pair is rising today, but declined after good economic reports from the US. EUR/USD currency pair trades near 1.2812. N.Y. Empire State Manufacturing index increased to 7.1..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-16 15:46
Taggar: currency, currency pair, report

US and China to collide over currency


"The yuan dropped at the fastest pace in almost two years last week and is now 1.8pc lower against a basket of currencies than in June, when Beijing announced the end to its fixed peg against the dolla..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-16 14:48
Taggar: currencies, currency, dollar

Euro Slows Down in Forex Trading


"Currency trading on the FX marketThe euro was showing some signs of life earlier today, but things have changed a bit. Indeed, the latest news about the economy has slowed down the euro in forex tradi..."

Risk Aversion Increases on the FX Market


"Forex trading with world currenciesRisk aversion is on the rise in currency trading on the FX market today. The latest news out of Japan is causing more apprehension about the global economic recovery..."

Few Feeling Confident or Lucky on This Friday the Thirteenth


"A mid-August Friday afternoon and Friday the thirteenth no less would be a precarious place for currency traders to sit in the best of circumstances, and these are certainly not that.  Trouble lu..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-13 20:37
Taggar: currency, currency trade, economy, market

U.S. Dollar Mixed in Currency Trading


"Greenback in forex tradingThe U.S. dollar is mixed today in currency trading on the FX market. The greenback is down in forex trading against the pound, Aussie and yen, but higher against the euro. In..."

Euro Slips Lower in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with EUR/USDThe euro is moving lower in forex trading on the currency market today, seeing plenty of downside risk. Earlier in the session, the euro got a little bit of a boost from t..."

GBP/USD - Continued Bearishness off 1.60


"Price action on GBP/USD (a 4-hour chart of which is shown) as of Thursday (8/12/2010) has continued this week?s precipitous drop from 1.6000 resistance and has approached key support in the 1.5550 p..."

Blog: FX Path
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-12 17:38
Taggar: analysis, currency, currency pair, technical analysis

EUR/USD Declines, But Poor US Reports May Reverse Trend


"EUR/USD currency pair was rising at the start of today’s trading session, but for the most part of a day it experienced steady decline. Today’s poor repo..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-12 14:56
Taggar: currency, currency pair, dollar, report, trading

Aussie Looks to Regain 0.9000 in Currency Trading


"Australian dollar forex trading forecastThe Aussie is lower in currency trading on the FX market today, thanks in part to a knee jerk reaction to mixed labor market data from Down Under. However, ther..."

BoK Likely to Stand Pat on Rates


"The BoK is unlikely to hike rates later today, believes Kathy Lien, director of currency research at GFT. She makes her case to Graeme Maxton, chief economist at The Insight Bureau & CNBC's Martin Soo..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-12 09:20
Taggar: currency, rate

Euro Continues Downward Spiral in Forex Trading


"Sovereign debt worries return to the euro zoneYesterday, the euro saw a bit of a collapse in forex trading on the currency market as it plummeted below the 1.30 level against the U.S. dollar. Today, t..."

Profit Taking Sends Euro Lower in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with the euroForex traders began profit taking with the euro in forex trading earlier today as concern about economic growth prompted risk aversion. The euro is heading lower, back to..."

Sterling Falls in Forex Trading as BOE Revises Forecast


"U.K. pound in currency tradingThe U.K. pound is lower in currency trading on the FX market this morning, thanks to the latest economic news out of Britain. Sterling is down in forex trading as the Ban..."

Euro: Continuation or Consolidation?


"The euro has sold off aggressively over the past 24 hours, breaking below at least 3 big figures in the process. After such a strong move, many currency traders wonder if there will be consolidation..."

Blog: Kathy Lien - Forex Blog - Currency Research
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-11 00:17
Taggar: currency, currency trade

U.K. Pound Tumbles in Currency Trading


"Forex trading forecst for the sterlingThe U.K. pound has tumbled in currency trading against the U.S. dollar, thanks to the latest retail sales out of Britain. Indeed, the latest news shows that consu..."

U.S. Dollar Gains Across the Board in Forex Trading


"Quantitative easing fears easeWhile there are still concerns about the possibility of quantitative easing, some of those fears have eased -- at least for now. As a result, the U.S. dollar is making so..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-10 09:38
Taggar: announcement, aussie, currency, dollar, forex, forex trading, market, trading

GBP/USD Consolidates Below 1.6000


"Price action on GBP/USD (a 4-hour chart of which is shown) as of Monday (8/09/2010) has consolidated under key 1.60 psychological resistance, thus far unable to breakout out above the 6-month high e..."

Blog: FX Path
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-09 19:37
Taggar: bull, currency, currency pair

Dollar Breaks Support, Falls 10 out of last 12 Augusts


"The U.S. dollar may be rebounding this morning but I think the gains will be short-lived. August is a terrible month for USD/JPY - the currency pair has fallen TEN out of the last TWELVE Augusts. Al..."

Blog: Kathy Lien - Forex Blog - Currency Research
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-09 17:01
Taggar: currency, currency pair, dollar

U.S. Dollar Could Find More Support in Currency Trading


"Greenback in forex tradingEarlier, the U.S. dollar dropped in currency trading on the FX market, but the forex trading forecast is looking a little better right now. Indeed, there are some predictions..."

Japanese Yen Finds Itself in Tough Spot


"Currency trading with the Japanese yenEarlier, the Japanese yen rebounded a bit in forex trading, but now it is weakening again. However, general appreciation by the yen has been taking place, and thi..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-09 09:40
Taggar: currency, currency trading, forex, forex trading, fx market, market, trading

Hungarians under pressure from CHF


"Melinda Nagy, a Hungarian special education teacher who knows little about financial markets, has started to lose sleep over exchange rates. Nagy?s payments on her Swiss-franc denominated mortgage alm..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-06 11:31
Taggar: bank, currency, financial, market, rate

Sterling Continues to Stuggle in Forex Trading


"U.K. pound in currency tradingThe sterling continues to struggle in forex trading on the currency market as economic news does not live up to expectations. U.K. industrial production numbers declined..."

The August 2010 issue of Currency Trader magazine is ready to download


"Quick post to let you all know that the August 2010 issue of the Currency Trader magazine is out and ready for your downloading/reading pleasure. Please note that apparently they requ..."

Blog: Alan's Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-06 07:35
Taggar: currency, currency trade

U.S. Economic Performance Under Obama and Bush43


"The most visited blog entry posted on Currency Thoughts was written August 19, 2008 and entitled How the U.S. Economy Performed Under Democrat and Republican Presidencies.  That article considere..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-05 22:17
Taggar: currency, dollar, economy, employment, employment growth

Foreign Exchange Committee annual report for 2009


"At the start of 2009, financial market conditions were fragile but recovering. The Foreign Exchange Committee?s primary concerns continued to be funding and liquidity. In the first quarter, the Commit..."

Blog: Forex Magnates
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-05 18:52
Taggar: bank, currency, financial, foreign exchange, market

KIWI plummets after unemployment rate increase


"New Zealand?s dollar fell against all its major counterparts after a report showed the jobless rate rose more than economists forecast, signaling the central bank will slow the pace of interest rate i..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-05 12:01
Taggar: bank, currency, dollar, dollar trade, rate, report

Initial Unemployment Claims Rise


"U.S. dollar remains somewhat weak in currency tradingForex traders and others are looking for some direction today as uncertainty sets in. U.S. unemployment claims are on the rise again, after predict..."

Weak Data Sends Kiwi Tumbling in Forex Trading


"Down under currencies weaken on the FX marketWeak data out of New Zealand is sending the kiwi tumbling in forex trading on the currency market. Labor data turned out to be much weaker than expected, a..."

Biggest Forex Scam ? Pt. 1


"Cheats and fraudsters abound in the world, and the foreign currency investment market has seen its share of conmen over the years. In fact, there have been a..."

Sterling Makes Gains in Currency Trading


"U.K. pound in forex tradingEarlier today, the sterling was heading lower in currency trading on the FX market. Indeed, sterling and euro were bother lower in forex trading against the U.S. dollar. Onl..."

Australian Dollar Higher in Currency Trading


"Aussie in forex tradingEven though risk aversion has set in, the Australian dollar is still higher in currency trading against the U.S. dollar. Global equities are down, including U.S. stock futures..."

More Quantitative Easing from the Fed?


"U.S. dollar heads lower in currency tradingConcerns that the Fed may engage in more quantitative easing is sending the U.S. dollar lower in currency trading on the FX market. Worries are that the Fed..."

Sterling Could Head Lower in Currency Trading


"Forex trading forecast: Is sterling overbought?For now, the sterling is higher in currency trading against the U.S. dollar, gaining on some of the remains of yesterday's risk appetite. However, things..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-08-03 09:33
Taggar: currency, currency trading, dollar, financial, forex, forex trading, rate, trading

Your Way to Forex


"I bet that nowadays the majority of the new traders comes to Forex market after seeing some on-line advertisements. Several years ago, the currency trading wasn’t s..."

Risk Rally Going Strong in Currency Trading


"Pound, euro gain in forex trading against U.S. dollarThe risk rally is alive and well right now in currency trading on the FX market. Risk currencies like the pound, Aussie and euro are higher in fore..."

Similarities Between Forex Trading and Drinking


"However distant such activities as the Forex trading and alcohol consumption may seem at a first glance, at a second one it’s possible to notice some weir..."

China Claims to Be World?s 2nd Largest Economy


"In an interview with China Reform magazine, Yi Gang, China’s chief currency regulator, said that China has surpassed Japan to become the world’s second-largest economy. Gang also noted tha..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-30 15:11
Taggar: currency, economy, rate

Weaker Stocks and Euro Ahead of U.S. 2Q GDP Release


"The dollar has climbed 0.6% against the euro but fallen 0.7% against the yen.  The greenback is stronger by 0.5% against the kiwi, 0.3% versus the Aussie dollar, and 0.2% relative to sterling...."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-30 13:30
Taggar: aussie, aussie dollar, currency, dollar, kiwi, loonie

Tough Love finally for the EUR


"Month-end requirement is distorting some of the price action, especially when it comes to the JPY. Economic releases O/N showing that Japan?s growth slowed and unemployment rising should not be capabl..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-30 12:14
Taggar: currency, dollar, employment, market

U.S. Dollar Higher on Risk Aversion


"Greenback gains in currency tradingThe U.S. dollar is higher today on risk aversion, moving up as investors look for a little safety amidst the uncertainty.  Economic news out of Japan is causing..."

Euro Pulls Back in Forex Trading


"EUR/USD retreats on currency marketThe euro is pulling back in forex trading on the currency market today as concerns about the economy become uppermost. Euro has been falling against the U.S. dollar..."

Euro Breaks 11-Weak High Against Dollar


"Encouraging data from the European bank stress tests, and a growing demand for euros from Asian central banks, has helped push the euro to an eleven-week high against the dollar. This, combined with m..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-29 15:14
Taggar: bank, currency, dollar, economy

U.S. Dollar Weakens in Currency Trading


"Euro continues above 1.30 in forex tradingThe U.S. dollar continues its weakness in currency trading on the FX market today. Indeed, the fundamentals are favoring the euro in forex trading as the Beig..."

Kiwi Lower in Forex Trading


"Currency trading on the FX marketThe kiwi is lower in forex trading today, thanks to dovish sentiment expressed by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand. RBNZ officials decided to raise the base rate by 25..."

Discipline trading required as the EUR grinds higher


"Without the US consumer on board, economic recovery looks vulnerable. Yesterday?s falling consumer confidence print and the growing likelihood of a double-dip in house prices is shaping up for US GDP..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-28 12:14
Taggar: consumer confidence, currency, dollar, market, rate

Will Durable Goods Slow the Risk Rally in Forex Trading?


"Currency trading on the FX marketThe risk rally got a good boost earlier today, with the sterling moving through the 1.56 level in currency trading. On top of that, the euro has gained in forex tradin..."

Sterling Moves through 1.56 Level in Forex Trading


"Risk rally on the currency marketThe U.K. pound has moved on to the 1.56 level in currency trading on the FX market. As a result of help from the risk rally on the currency market, sterling has hit a..."

EUR/USD Goes Down on Signs of Improving Economy in U.S.


"EUR/USD currency pair went down today after macroeconomic indicators signaled about improving economic conditions in the U.S. Yesterday’s report about an unexpected surge of ..."

Euro Higher in Forex Trading, But Can't Get Through 1.30 Level


"U.K. pound rally slows as wellThe euro is higher in forex trading against the U.S. dollar, but still has trouble getting through the 1.30 level. Indeed, recent attempts following good economic data in..."

Aussie Heads Higher in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with AUD/USDRisk appetite is putting in an appearance on the currency market today, and AUD/USD is benefitting. Asian stocks ended mixed today, but the Australian market was one of th..."

Euro Gains in Currency Trading


"Euro forex trading forecastThe euro is gaining in currency trading on the FX market as some degree of risk appetite returns to the market. Even though there are some doubts about the global economy, t..."

U.S. Dollar Slips in Forex Trading


"Greenback falls on concerns about economyThe U.S. dollar is slipping in forex trading on the currency market today, falling as forex traders consider the implications of economic data. Indeed, there i..."

AUD/NZD Range-Bound from June 1st


"The AUD/NZD daily chart shows an interesting situation appearing since June 1st. The currency pair is trading inside the range formed by 0% and 23.6% levels of the&#..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-25 09:49
Taggar: bear, currency, currency pair, trading

Weak Euro Helping Europe and Hurting the United States


"In disinflationary or deflationary times, it pays to have a depreciating currency.  This lesson was underscored in the Great Depression when Britain went off the gold standard before the United S..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-23 20:04
Taggar: currency, economy, gold, inflation, pound, rate

Weak Euro Helping Europe and Hurting the United States


"In disinflationary or deflationary times, it pays to have a depreciating currency.  This lesson was underscored in the Great Depression when Britain went off the gold standard before the United S..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-23 20:04
Taggar: currency, economy, gold, inflation, pound, rate

Risk Rally Sends Euro Higher in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with the euroThere is a risk rally going on right now on the currency market, sending the euro higher in forex trading. Most of the euro's gains today are coming as economic data show..."

Sterling Gets a Boost in Currency Trading


"U.K. pound surges on improved economic dataThe sterling is getting a boost in currency trading on the FX market today, with a little help from the latest round of economic data. British GDP is higher..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-23 09:18
Taggar: currency, currency trading, forex, forex trading, fx market, market, pound, trading

An Update On The Euro


"Late last week Adam Hewison produced a video on the euro (which was posted on INO’s blog on Monday), making a case that the currency was very close, if not at its highs. Sin..."

Blog: Alan's Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-23 04:53
Taggar: currency, dollar

Dollar Declines on Poor Macro Reports


"EUR/USD rose today above the yesterday’s open level as the macroeconomic reports from U.S. showed that the economy is recovering too slowly. Employment, housing and econ..."

Euro, Pound Gain in Currency Trading Against the U.S. Dollar


"Sterling, euro in forex tradingThe euro and the pound are both gaining in currency trading against the U.S. dollar today. Risk currencies are seeing some positive action, now that euro zone economic d..."

Fundamentals Likely to Trip Up U.S. Dollar on Currency Market


"U.S. dollar in forex tradingThe U.S. dollar is softer in forex trading on the currency market today, following remarks Ben Bernanke made yesterday concerning the uncertain state of the U.S. economy. T..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-22 09:12
Taggar: currencies, currency, dollar, economy, forex, forex trade, forex trading, market, trading

EUR/USD Continues Its Drop on Oil Inventories Report


"EUR/USD continued its decline today before and after the release on the oil inventories showed a rather small gain. Traders are also reacting to the yesterday’..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-21 16:46
Taggar: currency, currency pair, oil, trading

Wednesday Spotlight on Central Banks


"The euro fell 0.7% against the dollar, 0.5% against sterling, and over 1% against the yen.  Concern about Friday?s stress test results, which have been discredited already in the eyes of many inv..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-21 13:17
Taggar: aussie, currencies, currency, dollar, kiwi, loonie

Wednesday Spotlight on Central Banks


"The euro fell 0.7% against the dollar, 0.5% against sterling, and over 1% against the yen.  Concern about Friday?s stress test results, which have been discredited already in the eyes of many inv..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-21 13:17
Taggar: aussie, currencies, currency, dollar, kiwi, loonie

Aussie Looks for 0.9000 in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with AUD/USDThe Australian dollar is looking to break through the 0.9000 level against the U.S. dollar in forex trading. Earlier today, the Aussie was the only currency able to gain a..."

U.K. Pound Sees Early Volatility in Currency Trading


"Forex trading with the sterlingThe U.K. pound encountered some volatility earlier in currency trading on the FX market. Indeed, forex trading with the sterling saw some rather large movements earlier..."

USD/JPY - Consolidation within Downtrend


"Price action on USD/JPY (a 4-hour chart of which is shown) as of Tuesday (7/20/2010) morning, has formed a flag-like retracement/consolidation formation within a strong downtrend. This potentially bea..."

Blog: FX Path
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-20 20:53
Taggar: analysis, bear, currency, currency pair, technical analysis

Down Under Currencies Outperform in Forex Trading


"China helps Aussie and kiwi in currency tradingDown under currencies are outperforming in forex trading today as optimism about China helps matters. Indeed, there is an assumption that China will even..."

Euro Forex Trading Forecast


"How soon can euro hold on to $1.30?The euro is looking to find support at the 1.30 level, but first it has to hold on to that level. Earlier today, the euro did break through the psychologically impor..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-20 09:23
Taggar: currency, forex, forex trading, gold, point, trading

USD: Expect More Housing Weakness


"Forex Trading involves high risks, with the potential for substantial losses and is not suitable for all persons. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.USD: Expect More Hous..."

EUR/GBP - Sharp Bullish Breakout


"Price action on EUR/GBP (a daily chart of which is shown) as of Monday (7/19/2010), has reflected the new week?s sharp downmove in GBP/USD and milder upmove in EUR/USD by continuing last week?s bullis..."

Blog: FX Path
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-19 18:56
Taggar: analysis, bull, currency, currency pair, technical analysis

How Much Will the Stress Tests Help the Euro?


"For the better part of this year, the exacerbation and settling of concerns surrounding balance sheet problems in Europe has commanded the volatility in the financial markets. This Friday, it is beli..."

Blog: Kathy Lien - Forex Blog - Currency Research
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-19 18:42
Taggar: bank, bull, currency, financial, market

U.K. Pound Drops in Currency Trading


"Sterling falls in forex tradingThe U.K. pound is dropping again in currency trading on the FX market. After rising earlier today, sterling is lower in forex trading against the U.S. dollar. While the..."

Euro Gains -- In Spite of Irish Downgrade


"Euro heads higher in forex tradingMany forex traders got a bit of a surprise today when the euro moved higher in forex trading against the U.S. dollar. This is because many expected the euro to weaken..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-19 09:35
Taggar: bank, currency, dollar, forex, forex trade, forex trading, market, point, trading

A Lack of Confidence in Just about Everything


"Investors have turned skittish.  One sees this in wildly volatile stock prices ? perhaps a sign of the summer season ? but also in a sub-0.60% two-year Treasury yield and a 1.10% ten-year JGB yie..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-16 21:44
Taggar: currency, dollar

U.K. Pound Drops in Currency Trading


"Sterling can't find strength in forex tradingThe U.K. pound moving lower against the U.S. dollar in currency trading on the FX market today. The pound is in retreat, even though the U.S. dollar is low..."

Euro Eyes the 1.30 Level Against the U.S. Dollar


"Euro in forex tradingThe euro is looking to break through the 1.30 level in forex trading against the U.S. dollar. The euro is regaining much of its strength as optimism about the economy, coupled wit..."

Asian Stocks and Dollar Are Weaker


"The dollar fell by 0.7% against the euro, 0.6% against the Swiss franc and sterling and 0.2% versus the yen and Canadian dollar.  The U.S. currency firmed 0.2% against the kiwi and 0.1% against t..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-15 13:29
Taggar: currency, dollar, kiwi

EUR move painful with Bulls now appearing close to top


"For many it?s painful seeing the EUR drag itself higher. The currency is trading with a lack of conviction, but as a necessity, the ?lesser of two evils?, now that the market is shying away from the d..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-15 12:19
Taggar: bear, currency, dollar, economy, market, retail sales, trading

Is the Euro Zone Ready for Recovery?


"Top leaders see hope for the euro zoneWith the euro gaining in forex trading on the currency market today, it is little surprise that there is some optimism in Europe right now. Indeed, a top ECB memb..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-15 09:16
Taggar: currency, dollar, forex, forex trade, forex trading, market, trading

U.S. Dollar Retains Some Strength After Retail Sales


"Greenback higher in forex tradingThe U.S. dollar is retaining some of its strength in currency trading on the FX market with the news that retail sales were lower in June. Indeed, the news that U.S. c..."

U.K. Pound Rallies in Forex Trading


"Sterling heads higher in currency tradingThe U.K. pound is rallying today in forex trading on the currency market. An improving picture in the British economy is helping give the sterling a boost in c..."

EUR/USD Goes Up as Focus of Concerns Shift from E.U. to U.S.


"EUR/USD currency pair went up, following two days of losses, after Greece auctioned its debt, despite it fell at the star of trading session as Moody’s Investor Service..."

Euro Overcomes Portual Downgrade to Move Higher


"Euro forex trading forecastLast night, Moody's downgraded Portugal's sovereign debt rating. This didn't come as much of a surprise, since Fitch and S&P had already done so. However, the move did s..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-13 11:03
Taggar: currency, currency trading, dollar, economy, forex, forex trading, report, trading

Trade Deficit Increases -- And So Does Risk Appetite on the FX Market


"U.S. dollar weakens in currency tradingThe trade deficit increased to its widest level since November 2008, and that is having the effect of helping risk appetite on the FX market. Why? Because a wide..."

EUR oversold positions gone the currency can slide


"It seems that investors have been caught napping in the European session. The EUR has come into some profit taking, being knocked lower vs. the dollar and JPY. With most of the oversold positions in t..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-12 12:16
Taggar: currency, dollar, economy, market, profit

Japanese Yen Weakens in Forex Trading as Political Question Marks Emerge


"Yen drops against U.S. dollarOnce again, another prime minister's government is in doubt in Japan. There has been a great deal of unrest and turnover when it comes to prime ministers in Japan recently..."

U.K. Pound Weakens in Currency Trading


"Debt concerns continue to weigh on sterling in forex tradingThe U.K. pound is heading lower in currency trading on the FX market today, as concerns about the British economy continue. First quarter GD..."

US Apathetic about Dollar


"Recently, it struck me: the US does not care about the Dollar. If you look at fiscal and monetary policy, there is actually a remarkable degree of consistency. Both reflect a clear disregard for the c..."

Blog: Forex Blog: Currency Trading
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-12 05:26
Taggar: currency, dollar

AUD/USD - Potential Bullish Breakout


"Price action on AUD/USD, a 4-hour chart of which is shown, has reached and consolidated just under critical resistance around the key 0.8780 price region as of Friday (7/09/2010) morning. This currenc..."

Blog: FX Path
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-09 17:48
Taggar: bull, currency, currency pair

Stronger Dollar Against Euro, Yen and Swiss Franc


"The dollar has risen 0.5% against the Swissy, 0.3% versus the yen, euro, and Aussie dollar, and 0.1% relative to the Canadian and New Zealand dollars.  The dollar is stable against sterling and t..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-09 13:16
Taggar: aussie, aussie dollar, currency, dollar, foreign exchange, report, swissy

China Currency: Bad Economic Policy?


"Discussing whether calling China a currency manipulator is bad policy, with Boris Schlossberg, GFT Forex and James Pethokoukis|Reuters BreakingViews."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-09 12:45
Taggar: currency, forex

EUR?s dog day afternoon


"Say it ain?t so?.have we hit the ?dog days? of summer already just when the World Cup is about to finish? Where are traders going to get their fix? With a lack of FX trading conviction, unlike some of..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-09 12:01
Taggar: currency, fx trading, market, rate, trading

New Zealand Dollar Thriving in Obscurity


"It’s understandable that forex investors basically ignore New Zealand. Its economy is around 10% the size of its neighbor Australia, its currency is less liquid, and spreads are higher. Given th..."

Blog: Forex Blog: Currency Trading
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-09 07:18
Taggar: currencies, currency, dollar, economy, forex, spread

EUR/USD Rallies as U.S. Economy Might Trail Global Growth


"EUR/USD currency pair extended its rally today for a third straight day as forecasts promise faster global economic growth, while the U.S. growth shows signs of slowdown. Whil..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-08 21:22
Taggar: currency, currency pair, report

Reasons for Euro Support in Forex Trading


"GFT's Kathly Lien breaks down euro reboundRisk is returning to the forex market, and one of the beneficiaries is the euro. However, the euro success in forex trading isn't just due to the return of ri..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-08 10:02
Taggar: currency, forex, forex market, forex trade, forex trading, market, share, shares, trading

Risk Returns to the Forex Market


"Aussie leads the way higher in currency tradingRisk appetite is making a return to the forex market today as the Australian dollar leads risk currencies higher in trading. The Asian session saw an exp..."

USD/CHF - Further Bearishness Hits 12-Week Low


"Price action on USD/CHF, a 4-hour chart of which is shown, is quickly descending to approach strong support in the key 1.0500 price region as of Wednesday (7/07/2010), establishing a new 12-week low i..."

Blog: FX Path
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-07 18:32
Taggar: currency, currency pair

Lax Stress-Tests to hurt EUR


"There is so much ?noise? in the market at the moment. It?s leading to tepid position taking as investors are unsure what to do. Risk-on and off again is playing havoc with the EUR/JPY sentiment index..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-07 12:24
Taggar: currency, market

US Dollar Paradigm Shift


"Since the inception of the financial crisis, the Dollar has been treated as a safe haven currency. Simply, when there was a surge in the level of risk-aversion, the Dollar rose proportionally. When ri..."

Blog: Forex Blog: Currency Trading
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-07 11:55
Taggar: currency, dollar, financial

U.S. Dollar Finds Support in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with the greenbackThe U.S. dollar is again finding support in forex trading. However, it is more on the weakness of the euro in forex trading than it is on fundamental strength for th..."

Euro Forex Trading Forecast: Quantitative Easing Fears


"Euro in currency tradingThe euro forex trading forecast is once again looking lower. With the euro zone economy showing signs of slow growth, rumors that quantitative easing might be needed are circul..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-07 10:36
Taggar: currency, currency trading, dollar, economy, forex, forex trading, trading

Forecasters Predict Euro Parity


"According to a recent Bloomberg survey, a collection of leading currency experts predict that the euro could fall to parity with the US dollar by the end of 2011. Continued weakness in the euro zone e..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-06 20:23
Taggar: currency, dollar, economy

EUR stalking to pounce higher


"The majority will be surprised to see the EUR testing Friday?s highs again this morning, especially with the amount of negative EU copy being distributed since the weekend. EU fear mongering from inad..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-06 12:29
Taggar: cpi, currency

U.S. Dollar Weakens in Currency Trading


"Forex trading with the U.S. dollarThe U.S. dollar is weaker in currency trading on the FX market today, thanks to a return in risk appetite. Forex traders are looking for higher yields, and equity ral..."

Risk Appetite Higher Today on Currency Market


"Forex trading with world currenciesYesterday, risk appetite was hard to find as the U.S. dollar saw a bit of a bounce. Even though U.S. markets were closed yesterday, the currency market was open, and..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-06 10:15
Taggar: currencies, currency, dollar, forex, forex trading, fx market, market, point, pound, trading

FX: Knowing When to Trade


"In life, timing is everything and in forex trading, knowing when to trade is just as important as knowing what to trade. FX: Knowing When to Trade One of the greatest benefits of the forex market is t..."

More Signs of a Chinese Cool-Down


"The U.S. market will be closed in observance of America’s 234th birthday. Currency movements have been mild in the absence of U.S. leadership.  The dollar gained 0.4% overnight against ster..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-05 13:38
Taggar: aussie, aussie dollar, currency, dollar, market, swissy

U.S. Dollar Finds Support in Forex Trading


"Slow day helps greenback in currency tradingThe U.S. dollar is finding some support in forex trading on the currency market this morning, helped along by the fact that U.S. markets are closed and volu..."

Free Forex Signals


"Free Forex signals is a popular tool of many currency traders. According to my October 2009 poll, 79% of this blog’s readers use some signals and almost 76% out of&..."

EUR/USD Extends Gains on Low Nonfarm Payrolls & Factory Orders


"EUR/USD currency pair extended its gains today as lower-than expected nonfarm payrolls and decreasing factory orders added to signs that the U.S. economic growth slows. While the&#..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-02 16:16
Taggar: currency, currency pair, employment

U.S. Dollar Heads Lower in Forex Trading


"Fundamentals could mean lower greenback in currency tradingThe U.S. dollar is down against the U.K. pound and the euro in forex trading today, thanks to the payrolls report. The news has been interest..."

U.K. Pound Moves Higher Against the U.S. Dollar


"Sterling in currency tradingThe U.K. pound is moving higher against the U.S. dollar in forex trading on the currency market. The pound is seeing some support from European markets and a higher FTSE 10..."

U.S.-Euro Area PMI Spread in Manufacturing Collapses


"The point differential between the U.S. and euro area factory purchasing manager indices narrowed 3.6 points to +0.6 in June, the least U.S.-advantageous spread since December 2008.  Sooner or la..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-07-01 16:43
Taggar: currency, dollar, point, spread

EUR/USD Extends Gains on Unexpectedly Bad Economic Indicators


"The EUR/USD currency pair extended its gains today as U.S. macroeconomic indicators left a very unpleasant impression today. The manufacturing sector showed a slowdown in ..."

USD/JPY - Consolidation within Steep Bearish Trend


"Price action on USD/JPY, a 4-hour chart of which is shown, has recently been entrenched within an accelerated downtrend. Within this downtrend, after price broke down below key support in the 89.00 pr..."

Blog: FX Path
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-30 17:59
Taggar: analysis, bull, currency, currency pair, rate, technical analysis

U.S. Dollar Falters in Currency Trading


"Dollar lower as euro gains in forex tradingThe U.S. dollar is faltering in currency trading on the FX market today. The euro is gaining today as a little more optimism comes out. However, there is a p..."

Euro Sees Gains in Forex Trading Against the U.S. Dollar


"Risk appetite makes an appearanceThe euro is seeing gains in forex trading today, as risk appetite makes a small appearance. Yesterday, risk aversion was the story, but it appears that forex traders a..."

EUR/USD Fall, but U.S. Consumer Confidence Threatens Dollar


"EUR/USD currency pair dropped for a second day after yesterday’s report about growth of personal spending and income in the U.S. The home price index also brou..."

Pound Continues to Gain on Euro


"The pound climbed to a 19-month high against the euro yesterday as nervous investor’s anxiously eye a deadline later this week requiring many European banks to repay loans taken out a year ago..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-29 14:55
Taggar: bank, currency, financial, market, pound

Double-dip debate derails EUR again


"With the G20 out of the way the market can get back to ?reality?. The ?double-dip debate? has investors on their toes. A multitude of concerns has risk-adverse trading strategies dominating the O/N cu..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-29 12:19
Taggar: currency, dollar, market, rate, trading

Risk Aversion on the Currency Market


"U.S. dollar higher against European currencies, lower against the yenRisk aversion has set in on the currency market, and the U.S. dollar is benefiting from it -- at least in trading against European..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-29 09:04
Taggar: bank, currencies, currency, dollar, forex, forex trading, market, pound, trading

Euro Lower in Currency Trading


"Challenges remain for the euro in forex tradingThe euro continues to struggle in currency trading on the FX market, heading lower. While it is not plummeting as it was a few weeks ago, the euro still..."

U.S. Dollar Mixed in Forex Trading


"Major currencies mostly ragebound so farFor the most part, major currencies are largely rangebound at this point today. Risk has made a small appearance, but it has been unable to maintain. As a resul..."

?Investors? Shouldn?t Worry about the Euro


"With today’s post, I want to take off my currency trader hat and put on my investor hat. You might be tempted to argue: But wait, these two aren’t mutually exclusive. Isn’t it possib..."

Blog: Forex Blog: Currency Trading
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-26 08:00
Taggar: currency, currency trade, market

Outlook for the Aussie


"Kathy Lien, director of currency research at GFT believes the mining tax has not been fully priced into the Australian dollar as yet. She tells CNBC's Karen Tso, Martin Soong and Sri Jegarajah that un..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-25 10:56
Taggar: currency, dollar

U.S. GDP Revised Lower, Bank Regulation Passes House and Senate


"U.S. dollar higher in forex tradingIt's been an interesting morning so far. The U.S. GDP was revised lower for Quarter 1 of 2010. Originally, the estimate had been for 3% growth in the first quarter..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-25 10:09
Taggar: bank, currency, dollar, economy, forex, forex trading, leverage, market, trading

CFTC Charges California-Based Highlands Capital Management, LP and Glenn Kane Jackson with Forex Scheme


"Washington, DC – The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) today announced the filing of an enforcement action charging Highlands Capital Management, LP, based in San Francisco, Calif..."

Blog: Forex Magnates
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-25 08:49
Taggar: currency, foreign currency, forex, trading

More Downside for Euro


"Airtime: Thurs. Jun. 24 2010 | 7:20 PM ET Kathy Lien, director of currency research at GFT, believes there is a lot of risk surrounding the euro. She tells Martin Soong and Karen that there is a large..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-25 08:46
Taggar: currency

USD/CHF - Bearish Consolidation Above 1.1000


"Price action on USD/CHF, a daily chart of which is shown, has consolidated right above key support in the important 1.1000 price region after bouncing up off this level on Monday. The past couple of w..."

Blog: FX Path
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-24 17:33
Taggar: bear, currency, currency pair

EUR/USD Declines After European Equities Fell


"EUR/USD currency pair declined today on growing concerns about European debt crisis as European equities fell today. U.S. macroeconomic data was generally neutral today and without unex..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-24 14:57
Taggar: currency, currency pair, rate

Hong Kong Monetary Authority Again Mimes Fed


"Hong Kong’s key interest rate has been left at 0.5%.  Monetary authorities in the former British colony move in lock-step with what the FOMC does.  For background on the policy of the..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-24 13:49
Taggar: currency, rate

Euro Lower Against the U.S. Dollar on Debt Issues


"Euro in forex tradingAfter seeing some gains earlier, the euro has once again fallen back in forex trading against the U.S. dollar. Sovereign debt issues in Europe are playing havoc with the stock mar..."

Fed Appears More Dovish on the Economy


"U.S. dollar finds some strength in forex trading on risk aversionYesterday, the Fed issued its policy statement about the economy. Just a couple of months ago, the statement appeared almost optimistic..."

U.K. Pound Spikes in Currency Trading, Thanks to BOE Minutes


"Sterling gains in forex tradingThe U.K. pound spiked up above the 1.49 level against the U.S. dollar in currency trading today. The news came as a result of news of a split in sentiment with regard to..."

Yen Gains as Fear Grow for European Banks


"The yen had its biggest single-day gain in over two weeks Monday, as investors fretted over the possibility that European banks could face a credit crunch and will struggle to raise funds. Japan?s cur..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-22 15:07
Taggar: bank, currency, dollar

Will the Fed Soften Its Assessment of the Economy?


"Fed may soften some of its forecast factors for the U.S. economyThe U.S. Federal Reserve Open Market Committee begins a two-day policy meeting today, and there is speculation about what will come out..."

Euro Continues to Struggle in Currency Trading


"Better data can't spur euro to really in forex tradingThe euro continues to meet resistance to its efforts to rally in currency trading on the FX market. Indeed, even though there has been some improv..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-22 10:09
Taggar: bank, currency, currency trading, forex, forex trading, fx market, market, trading

Chinese Yuan Price History


"The yuan depreciated 82.6% from 1.5 renminbi per dollar in 1980 to 8.62 per dollar in 1994 and had recovered 4.1% by 1997 when it was pegged at 8.277.  Note that China’s currency carries tw..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-21 17:39
Taggar: currency, dollar

China Unpegs Yuan Against Dollar


"The yuan is 0.4% firmer against the U.S. currency following Saturday’s announcement by the central bank that “it is desirable to proceed further with reform of the renminbi exchange rate r..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-21 13:14
Taggar: announcement, bank, currency, rate

GFT Announces Autochartist? Trade Ideas


"New tool to offer real-time trade signals for short-term currency tradersGRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 21, 2010 – GFT has introduced Autochartist Trade Ideas, a new, complementary application that h..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-21 12:11
Taggar: currencies, currency, currency pair, currency trade, forex, market, point, trading

Euro Meets Resistance in Forex Trading


"Possible plan to split euro into two currencies limits upsideThe euro is meeting with resistance today in forex trading as a new plan for the 16-nation currency begins to circulate. Rumors that the eu..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-21 09:47
Taggar: currencies, currency, dollar, forex, forex trading, market, report, spread, trading

China Pledges More Yuan Flexibility


"Forex trading on the currency marketIndividuals cannot trade the yuan on the forex market. However, what happens with the Chinese yuan can influence other currencies. This is happening today as the wo..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-21 09:39
Taggar: currencies, currency, dollar, forex, forex market, forex trading, market, point, trading

Euro Retaining Firmer Tone


"The euro touched $1.2416, best since May 28, and on balance has given up just 0.1% from Thursday’s close.  Europe’s common currency has risen 2.3% so far this week. In a quiet end to..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-18 13:06
Taggar: currency, dollar

Sterling Pares Some of Its Gains in Currency Trading


"Forex trading with the U.K. poundThe sterling is paring some of its earlier gains in currency trading on the FX market. The U.K. pound is still higher against the U.S. dollar in forex trading, but it..."

Euro Moves Higher in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with the euroThe euro is moving higher in forex trading against the U.S. dollar today as some good news helps support the risk trade to some extent. Euro is benefiting from good news..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-18 10:41
Taggar: currency, currency trading, dollar, forex, forex trading, gold, market, trading

AUD/USD - Tentative Double Bottom Confirmation


"Price action on AUD/USD, a daily chart of which is shown, has risen to approach resistance around the 0.8700 price region. This occurs after a double-bottom reversal pattern was tentatively confirmed..."

Blog: FX Path
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-17 18:09
Taggar: analysis, currency, currency pair, technical analysis, trading

Dollar Weakens vs. Euro on Unfavorable Macroeconomic Reports


"The euro erased its yesterday’s losses against the U.S. dollar as Spanish bond auction alleviated fears of the European debt crisis, while the dollar was weakened b..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-17 16:20
Taggar: currency, currency pair, dollar, report

Further Delays in RMB Appreciation


"Throughout 2010, I have continuously reported on the apparent inevitability of the Chinese Yuan appreciation. That the currency still remains firmly fixed in place against the Dollar is a testament no..."

Blog: Forex Blog: Currency Trading
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-17 14:11
Taggar: currency, dollar, forex, report

Weak EUR shorts not amused


"A hive of activity this morning from all directions has ended up giving the EUR support. The darn currency will not go down, no matter what ?kitchen sink? is being thrown at it. The strong demand for..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-17 12:18
Taggar: currency

Euro Heads Higher in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with EUR/USDThe euro is heading higher in forex trading on the currency market today as risk appetite makes an appearance. The euro is seeing success as a bond sale in Spain stokes op..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-17 10:13
Taggar: currency, currency trading, forex, forex trading, market, trading

GBP/JPY - Following Bullish Correction


"Price action on GBP/JPY, a daily chart of which is shown, has been following an uptrend support line extending from the 15-month low hit in late May. This uptrend line represents a bullish correction..."

Blog: FX Path
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-16 20:31
Taggar: analysis, bull, currency, currency pair, technical analysis

EUR/USD Heads Down After Rebound


"The EUR/USD dropped today after a speculation arose that a bailout are planned for Spain. This rumor was later dismissed, causing the euro to rebound, but now the Eu..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-16 16:51
Taggar: currency

Sterling Slips in Currency Trading as Risk Aversion Makes an Appearance


"European debt problems affect U.K. pound in forex tradingThe sterling is heading a little bit lower in currency trading on the FX market as risk aversion sets in. Earlier, the U.K. pound had shown imp..."

Euro Heads Lower in Forex Trading as Focus Returns to Spain


"European debt issues arise againThe euro is heading lower in forex trading on the currency market as Spain is back in the spotlight. After adopting austerity measures, and inspiring some hope in world..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-16 09:16
Taggar: bank, currency, dollar, forex, forex trading, market, report, trading

Interview with TFI FX


"Today, I present to your attention an interview with Loucas Marangos, CEO of TFI Markets. He’s agreed to answer some questions regarding their Forex broker and the&..."

Sterling Gets Boost from Positive Risk in Currency Trading


"U.K. deficit forecasts lowerThe sterling is heading higher in currency trading on the FX market today, thanks to a return of risk appetite. Global equities are higher today, including in the U.S. Good..."

Pause in Monetary Tightening for RBA


"Aussie drops, but recovers in forex tradingThe Reserve Bank of Australia released the minutes of its most recent meeting, and it appears that monetary tightening is on hold. The speed of the global ec..."

Greek Ratings Cut Stalls Euro Rally


"Investors seemed willing on Monday to set aside fears that Europe?s sovereign debt crisis could worsen, bidding the beleaguered currency to US$1.2299 by early afternoon trading in New York. The rally..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-14 21:29
Taggar: currency, trading

EUR small squeeze has begun


"The World Cup could not have come at a better time. It is breathing some life back into this jaded market, albeit with some liquidity issues during televised games, go figure. To date, the failure of..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-14 12:07
Taggar: currency, market

Euro Continues to Recover in Forex Trading


"EUR/USD in currency tradingThe euro continues to recover in forex trading on the currency market today. Last week, the euro began finding support in forex trading as European debt fears began to subsi..."

Risk Aversion Hits Australian Dollar


"These days, I feel like you could take that title and substitute pretty much any currency for the Australian Dollar. Let’s face it- the EU sovereign debt crisis has hit a number of currencies ex..."

Blog: Forex Blog: Currency Trading
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-13 17:56
Taggar: currencies, currency, dollar

Euro Finds Support in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with EUR/USDThe euro is finding some solid support in forex trading on the currency market today. The U.S. dollar, no longer needed as a safe haven currency, is feeling downward press..."

Good Economic News Puts Downward Pressure on the U.S. Dollar


"Greenback falls in currency trading on the FX marketThe U.S. dollar is moving lower in forex trading as risk appetite increases. Forex traders are feeling more confident about the global economy, and..."

EUR in no-mans land


"Bernanke comments that the US economic recovery is moving at a ?moderate pace? has temporarily overshadowed concerns that the European sovereign debt crisis is spreading. Quite frankly, what else can..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-09 12:09
Taggar: consumer confidence, currency, economy, rate, spread

Sterling Hits 1.45 Against the U.S. Dollar in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with GBP/USDThe sterling appears to be making a recovery attempt, heading through the 1.45 level against the U.S. dollar in forex trading. Like the euro in currency trading, the U.K..."

Euro Makes it Through 1.20, But is Celebration of Recovery a Bit Premature?


"Euro in forex tradingThe euro made it past the 1.20 level in forex trading earlier today. The 16-nation currency is not much above the 1.20 level, but it has recovered to above that mark, and that is..."

Euro Forex Trading Forecast: More Losses Ahead?


"Euro could go lower still in currency tradingUpheaval in Europe continues today. Spanish workers are striking against austerity measures, and the latest German trade news is not exactly encouraging. W..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-08 09:57
Taggar: currency, currency trading, finance, forex, forex trading, market, report, trading

German Trade Declines


"Euro continues to struggling in forex tradingEven though the euro is higher in forex trading against the U.S. dollar today, the 16-nation currency continues to struggle. The euro remains below the 1.2..."

U.K. Pound Finds Footing in Currency Trading


"Sterling gains against the U.S. dollar in forex traingThe U.K. pound is finding some footing in currency trading on the FX market today. Even though BP continues to have problems in the Gulf of Mexico..."

Weaker Euro Helps German Exports


"The euro’s recent free-fall has helped increase demand for German exports. Order rose 2.8 percent in April, following a 5.1 percent increase in March. Europe?s sovereign debt crisis has pushed..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-07 15:29
Taggar: currency, dollar, investment

Euro Continues Below the 1.20 Level


"Euro struggles in forex tradingThe euro continues to struggle in forex trading on the currency market. The euro began a slide late last week with news out of Hungary. However, the euro has found some..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-07 15:27
Taggar: currency, currency trading, forex, forex trading, market, report, trading

Hungary Looks to Mitigate Impact of Earlier Comments


"A spokesperson for Hungary’s Prime Minister attempted to distance the government from comments made on Friday suggesting that Hungary is in imminent danger of financial collapse. Hungary’s..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-07 15:17
Taggar: currency, financial

How Much Further Can the euro Fall?


"How much further can the euro fall? I spoke with Bloomberg on Friday about the outlook for the currency pair and potential targets. Enjoy: Find more videos like this on www.truveo.com. "

Blog: Kathy Lien - Forex Blog - Currency Research
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-07 14:27
Taggar: currency, currency pair

Lien Doubs Euro Will Fall to Parity With US Dollar


"Kathy Lien, director of currency research at online foreign-exchange trader GFT Forex, talks with Bloomberg?s Mark Crumpton about the outlook for the euro."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-07 10:14
Taggar: currency, forex

Impact of New Japanese Prime Minister on Yen


"Japan announced a new Prime Minister this morning - Naoto Kan. Hopefully he will have better luck than his 4 predecessors who resigned with only a year or less in service. Resignations by Prime Min..."

Blog: Kathy Lien - Forex Blog - Currency Research
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-04 23:41
Taggar: currency, forex, forex trade

EUR to lose in NFP smokescreen


"The move lower in the EUR yesterday was driven by various sources. Currency sales desks had five reasons to choose from while dealers pared some positions before this morning?s supposedly ?juiced? cen..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-04 11:53
Taggar: currency, employment, report

Euro Forex Trading Forecast: $1.20 Appears Imminent


"Euro plunges in currency tradingLast week, the euro showed some fight in forex trading, even reaching $1.25 at one point. However, as this week draws to a close, the euro is more battered than ever, t..."

May Employment Data Disappoints Financial Markets


"U.S. dollar gains in forex tradingIn May, non-farm payrolls increased by 431,000 jobs. Unfortunately, only about 41,000 of those jobs came in the private sector. Most of the May hiring was government..."

EUR/USD Down on Improving Employment Data


"The euro fell against the dollar today as the fundamental indicators showed some improvement compared to the previous month, namely the employment figures. The ..."

Administrative Announcement: A Million Words and Counting


"Currency Thoughts on Wednesday reached an ambitious goal and one I hoped might be possible when this project began just over two years ago — to create over a million meaningful words of content..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-03 14:24
Taggar: currency

Risk Aversion Comes Creeping Back, Sending Pound Lower in Currency Trading


"Euro also loses ground in forex tradingIn spite of the global equity rally early today, and the fact that the U.S. stock market is managing to hold on to some gains, risk aversion is creeping back int..."

World Leaders Look to Support Global Economic Recovery


"Can the G20 bolster confidence in the economy?This weekend, finance officials from the G20 are meeting in South Korea to discuss the global economy. There are concerns that issues in Europe could hamp..."

Euro Gets a Little Help in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with EUR/USDOriginally, it looked like a pretty bad day for risk. Markets in Asia dropped as Japanese Prime Minister Yukio Hatoyama resigned, and European markets moved lower. The eur..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-02 11:58
Taggar: currency, currency trading, forex, forex trading, market, rate, report, trading

Japanese Yen Falls in Forex Trading on Political Turmoil


"Currency trading with the Japanese yenThe Japanese yen has taken a dive today in forex trading, with its safe haven status all but in tatters as Prime Minister Yukio Hatoyama resigns in Japan. Hatoyam..."

Germany?s President Resignation Drives EUR/USD Down


"EUR/USD currency pair is heading down today after Germany’s president unexpectedly resigned, giving another reason for doubts about strength of the European economy and weake..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-01 16:17
Taggar: currency, currency pair, economy, oil

EUs double dip squeeze for EURO


"The EUR is failing to find support this morning as it encroaches on three year lows against the dollar. Germany?s political uncertainty is bad for the currency and bad for risky assets in the near ter..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-01 12:19
Taggar: bank, currency, dollar, rate, trading

Risk Aversion Sends Euro Lower in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with EUR/USDRisk aversion is high on the news out of Europe today. French debt is in danger of a downgrade, and numbers out of Germany regarding employment are disappointing. On top o..."

Aussie Drops in Forex Trading


"Interest rates expected to remain steadyThe Australian dollar is turning lower in currency trading on the FX market today as interest rates are expected to remain steady for some time. Today, RBA Gove..."

Euro Will Continue to Dive: Currency Expert


"The euro fell sharply against the U.S. dollar Friday after Fitch downgraded Spain's credit rating. Which way will it go next? Boris Schlossberg, director of currency research at GFT Forex, discussed h..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-06-01 09:04
Taggar: currency, dollar, forex

Forex Trading Forecast: Expect More Volatility This Week


"Currency trading on the FX marketToday should be a relatively calm trading day, with U.S. markets closed for Memorial Day, and with London closed down for a bank holiday. Once markets in Germany and F..."

Volatile Moves of EUR/USD Caused by Bad News for Euro & Dollar


"EUR/USD currency pair experiences volatility today as both the dollar and the euro encountered some hardship. The euro was weakened by speculation that Germany may ban na..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-28 16:11
Taggar: currency, currency pair, dollar, report

Last Weekend of May


"Yesterday’s better market tone is holding.  The U.S. and British markets will be closed Monday for Memorial Day and a Banking Holiday. The euro strengthened 0.4% against the dollar.  T..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-28 13:26
Taggar: bank, currency, dollar, kiwi, market

EURO month end requirements are early


"What else do you expect China to say? Nah, we don?t like Europe let?s sell. This would only create havoc and plunge us into a deeper recession. It?s just another reason for the risk appetite appreciat..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-28 12:04
Taggar: bull, currency, dollar, market

Euro Falls Back in Forex Trading After Rally


"Currency trading with EUR/USDEarlier in trading, the euro posted gains in forex trading. Risk appetite picked up a bit, sending the euro up to 1.24 against the U.S. dollar on relief about events in Eu..."

Time to Slow Down and Evaluate Your Forex Trading Positions


"Forex trading forecastNow may be the time to slow down and reassess your forex trading positions. With so much going on right now, it is little surprise that U.S. economic data has been relegated to s..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-28 11:42
Taggar: currency, forex, forex trading, indicators, market, oil, trading

Commodity & Currency Outlook


"An early check on the commodity and currency markets with Boris Schlossberg, of GFT Forex; Peter Beutel, of Cameron Hanover; Tom Pawlicki, of MF Global."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-28 09:01
Taggar: currency, forex, market

Merkel madness may sink EU


"Is this the ?real? beginning of the end of the EU? Germany rattling their own saber and threatening not to wait for EU or international approval before curbing speculation and making financial institu..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-27 12:23
Taggar: currency, financial

Risk Rally in Forex Trading


"U.S. dollar falls as forex traders look for higher yieldsYesterday, financial markets plummeted on the news that China might begin selling off European debt. However, Beijing has denied those rumors..."

Euro Gains in Forex Trading as China Denies Rumors of Bond Selling Plans


"U.S. dollar drops in currency tradingThe euro is gaining in forex trading today, thanks to news out of China. Yesterday, financial markets were thrown into turmoil as rumors surfaced that the Chinese..."

Interbank FX launches four new tools for traders


"Interbank FX just announced the launch of four new tools designed to make traders’ lives easier: Risk Calculator: The Risk Calculator created by Interbank FX is designed to calculate how many..."

Blog: Forex Magnates
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-27 09:41
Taggar: bank, currency

EUR/USD Drops While U.S. Manufacturing & Home Sales Grows


"EUR/USD currency pair extended its decline as U.S. economy recovers with renewed fervor. Increasing number of durable goods orders signals about expanding production, while rising house sale..."

Australian Dollar Finds Support in Currency Trading


"Aussie movies higher in forex tradingWhen the European debt crisis blew up, the Australian dollar lost a lot of ground in currency trading on the FX market. Forex traders became risk averse and began..."

EUR correction a trend reversal for irrational traders


"It?s the US dollar libor, the pain of Spanish Banks, Korea, and China?s pending bubble, a trillion dollar bet going sour, restrictions on naked short selling and that?s this week?s issues that are dri..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-26 12:10
Taggar: bank, bear, currency, dollar, market, trading

GFT's Lien Says the `Euro Is Not Going to Die


"Kathy Lien, director of currency research at online foreign-exchange trader GFT Forex, talks with Bloomberg?s Mark Crumpton, Dominic Chu and Lori Rothman about events"

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-26 09:43
Taggar: currency, forex

Loonie Fading Fast


"Investors continue to flock to the US dollar as a safe destination until the turmoil currently embroiling the currency markets eases. The Canadian dollar, which as recently as a month ago was trading..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-25 15:21
Taggar: currency, dollar, market, oil, trading

IMF?s warning sticker on Spain distresses EUR


"Saber rattling from North Korea and debt warnings morphing in Spain has markets on high alert this morning. It?s not just the ?naked? currency speculation that is a threat to the EUR being pushed much..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-25 11:59
Taggar: currency, market

Risk Aversion Sends Euro Lower in Forex Trading Against the U.S. Dollar


"Continued strength for the U.S. dollar as global concerns destroy risk appetiteThe euro is moving lower in forex trading against the U.S. dollar today as global events destroy risk appetite. Indeed, i..."

Weaker Euro


"The dollar gained 1.5% against the euro, ending last week’s respite for the common European currency.  Parts of Germany, France, Netherlands and Norway are closed for Whit Monday. The dolla..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-24 12:53
Taggar: currency, dollar, kiwi, swissy

U.S. Dollar Surges Higher in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with the greenbackThe U.S. dollar is moving higher in forex trading on the currency market this morning. This is unsurprising, since the latest news out of Europe has forex traders sc..."

Chinese Yuan as Reserve Currency


"Even before the sovereign debt crisis in Europe damped confidence in the world’s second most important reserve currency, the Chinese Yuan was on the cusp of being accepted as a global reserve cu..."

Blog: Forex Blog: Currency Trading
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-22 12:47
Taggar: currency

Next Week


"Each currency market year can be divided into three trading seasons.  The middle or summer period runs between the U.S. Memorial Day and Labor Day holiday weekends, the the coming week will be th..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-21 21:44
Taggar: currency, market, trading

Forex Intervention Rumors


"Currency markets have become very sensitive to the possibility of central bank intervention.  A 1.4% recovery of the Aussie dollar against the greenback is being attributed to possible buying by..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-21 13:45
Taggar: aussie, aussie dollar, bank, currency, dollar, market, report

Employment Picture Shows Improvement in April


"U.S. dollar lower in forex trading as risk appetite makes an appearanceState employment figures are in, and it appears as though jobs increased in 38 states in the month of April. The news has provide..."

Can Loonie Overcome in Currency Trading?


"Canadian dollar forex trading forecastThe loonie has moved markedly away from parity with the U.S. dollar in currency trading over the past month. In spite of signs of economic recovery in Canada (and..."

Making Sense of the Markets


"Discussing the European contagion and the US outlook, with Len Blum, Westwood Capital managing director; Boris Schlossberg, GFT Forex director of currency research; Peter Beutel, Cameron Hanover presi..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-21 09:14
Taggar: currency, forex

Merkel?s call for ?orderly default? supports EUR shorts


"It?s a new blow to the EUR confidence when Merkel calls for an ?orderly? default possibility in the Euro-zone and that ?orderly? insolvencies of states must be studied. There is nothing orderly about..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-20 12:21
Taggar: currency, market

Aussie Suffers in Currency Trading


"Risk aversion sends Australian dollar lower in forex tradingA lot of focus has been on the euro in forex trading lately. However, the Aussie deserves some attention as well. As a high yielding currenc..."

Euro Rally in Forex Trading Fades as Risk Aversion Sets In


"U.S. dollar back on top in currency tradingYesterday, the euro showed some fight in forex trading on the currency market, rallying a bit and arresting its tumble toward $1.20. There is speculation tha..."

AUD/USD - Breakdown Plummet


"Substantially bearish price action on AUD/USD, a daily chart of which is shown, has finally broken down significantly below the sideways trading range that has characterized this currency pair since l..."

Blog: FX Path
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-19 17:24
Taggar: bear, currency, currency pair, trading

Struggling U.S. Economic Recovery Pushes Up EUR/USD


"EUR/USD currency pair went up today, after experiencing some volatility, on speculation that European Union’s leaders will take measures to protect the region’s currency and..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-19 16:41
Taggar: currency, currency pair, economy, employment

Fed May Use U.S. Data as an Excuse to Delay Normalizing Monetary Policy


"Interest rate hike could be delayed U.S. economic data continues to conflict, indicating that the U.S. economic recovery is going to continue to experience slow going. This morning, consumer price dat..."

Euro Finds Support in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with the euroThe euro is finding some support in forex trading today, arresting its seeming free fall toward $1.20. Euro is looking for support against the U.S. dollar, but it has bee..."

Euro Will Hit $1.20 Very Soon: Analyst


"The euro could hit $1.20 easily but parity is unlikely as policymakers nervous about the speed of the euro's drop will try to stem its decline, says Kathy Lien, director of currency research at GFT Fo..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-19 09:28
Taggar: currency, forex

Tracking Currencies - CNBC


"Insight on the latest currency fluctuations, with Boris Schlossberg, GFT and Kevin Ferry, CME Group."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-19 09:21
Taggar: currency

EUR entering ?fly zone??


"Now that the market is so tightly wound short EUR?s we are beginning to hear more and more voices preaching to us that the currency is entering the ?take-off zone?. It?s agreed that the EU has problem..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-18 11:51
Taggar: currency, gold, market

Sterling Drops in Currency Trading as Monetary Officials Consider Their Options


"Forex trading with the U.K. poundThe sterling is dropping in currency trading on the forex market as monetary officials consider their options. Even though the U.K. pound got a boost in forex trading..."

Euro Makes Recovery Attempt in Forex Trading


"Euro gains against the U.S. dollar in currency tradingWhile some think that the euro is overvalued in forex trading, the 16-nation currency is nevertheless making a recovery attempt. The euro is highe..."

News of Labour's Spending Sends Pound Plummeting in Forex Trading


"Sterling drops dramatically on news that the Labour Party went crazy ahead of power changeIt looks as though the outgoing Labour Party in Britain went on something of a spending spree with public mone..."

Euro Weak, But Parity Probably Isn't in the Forex Trading Forecast


"Euro makes an attempt at gains early in the U.S. sessionThe euro is weak in forex trading, dropping down solidly below the 1.25 level. An attempt at recovery is being made right now, with the euro gai..."

EUR/USD - 18-Month Low and Still Bearish


"Price action on EUR/USD, a daily chart of which is shown, has just broken down swiftly below the key 1.2500 support level, establishing a new 18-month low and lending a significant additional bearish..."

Blog: FX Path
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-14 19:22
Taggar: bear, currency, currency pair

EUR/USD Drops Below 1.25 Sparking Talks About Euro?s Collapse


"EUR/USD fell today below 1.2500 prompting speculation about future parity between the dollar and the euro. The future of the common European currency looks really grim am..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-14 16:10
Taggar: currency, dollar, report

Is the EUR in for a surprise today?


"The EUR?s fall seems inevitable, and watching the currency?s movement is like watching paint dry. With the futures recording record shorts, this downward demise is surprisingly orderly. Now that we ha..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-14 12:13
Taggar: currency, dollar, investment

Euro Continues to Fall in Forex Trading: Will We See 1.20?


"U.S. dollar strength increases in currency tradingThe euro continues to fall in forex trading as the news out of the euro zone prompts risk aversion. Indeed, the euro looks to be in rough shape right..."

Kiwi Drops as Financial Troubles Could Delay Rate Hikes


"Currency trading with the New Zealand dollarThe kiwi is dropping in forex trading on the currency market today as global troubles threaten to delay interest rate hikes. Also contributing to the drop i..."

Boris on CNBC Squawk Box


"Analysis of the euro & dollar trade and what's driving most European currencies lower, as well as the outlook for oil and precious metals, with Boris Schlossberg Director Of Currency Research GFT Fore..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-14 09:44
Taggar: analysis, currencies, currency, dollar, dollar trade, forex, gold, oil, report

Increasing Prices Signal About Recovery in U.S., EUR/USD Falls


"EUR/USD decline continues as a debt crisis in the European Union poses a question about survival of the common European currency. Import and export prices incre..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-13 14:48
Taggar: currency

Ascension Day is not for the EUR


"With little support from the bigger boys out of mainland Europe due to Ascension Day, the market is trying to push the EUR through last week?s lows. Lack of liquidity, double touch option barriers and..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-13 12:03
Taggar: currency, market, pound, trading

U.S. Dollar Continues to Gain Strength as Euro Flounders in Forex Trading


"Euro zone troubles continue to weaken the 16-nation currencyThe U.S. dollar continues to gain strength against the euro in forex trading. The news out of Europe, with Spain, and then Portugal announci..."

Sterling Rally Capped in Currency Trading


"U.K. pound can't overcome 1.50 barrierThe sterling's recent rally attempt in currency trading has been capped as the 1.50 level is rejected. Earlier, the U.K. pound tried to pick up in forex trading f..."

EU Loan Package Boosts EUR/USD


"EUR/USD rose today after two days of decline. The unprecedented ?750 billion ($960 billion) loan package of the EU fueled some optimism for the common European currency..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-12 16:47
Taggar: currency, economy

Is the EUR?s demise out of gas?


"Is this the calm before another storm where the currency markets have got too far ahead of themselves? The way the EUR has traded in the past 24-hours suggests that the market is caught in no-man?s la..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-12 11:54
Taggar: currency, market

U.S. Dollar Maintains Strength in Currency Trading


"U.S. dollar forex trading forecastThe U.S. dollar is maintaining its strength today in currency trading. For the U.S. dollar, the forex trading forecast is likely to show stability, since the volatili..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-12 11:48
Taggar: currency, currency trading, dollar, forex, forex trading, gold, market, trading

Bank of England Endorses Budget Cuts


"Sterling can't gain traction in currency tradingConservative Prime Minister David Cameron is coming to office with budget cuts on his mind and he prepares to lead a government coalition with Liberal D..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-12 11:42
Taggar: bank, bull, currency, currency trading, finance, fx market, market, rate, report, trading

A Trillion gets the EUR Nothing


"Firstly, let?s give a round of applause for the EU members finally getting it together and collectively tabling something. Their objective is to bring an end to speculators actions that have been unde..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-11 12:15
Taggar: currency, market

U.S. Dollar Surges in Forex Trading on Safe Haven Demand


"Greenback heads higher on flight to safetyThe U.S. dollar is surging higher in forex trading on the currency market today as safe haven demand increases. The euro has been unable to hold on to its rec..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-11 09:31
Taggar: currency, dollar, economy, forex, forex trade, forex trading, market, trading

Euro Can't Hold On To Earlier Gains in Forex Trading


"U.S. dollar gains in currency tradingIn earlier trading, the euro saw some success in forex trading, blowing by a number of levels to break above $1.30. However, that level has proved unsustainable, a..."

U.S. Dollar Falls in Currency Trading as Euro Surges on Bailout Plan


"Dollar, yen weaken in forex tradingThe U.S. dollar is heading lower in currency trading on the FX market as the euro surges. The announcement of a bailout plan from the European Union is helping suppo..."

Euro Gains in Forex Trading as European Bailout Plan is Revealed


"Risk appetite returns as relief rally sends financial markets higherThe euro is gaining in forex trading on the currency market as the European Union reveals a bailout plan meant to ease the debt cris..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-10 09:25
Taggar: bank, currency, financial, forex, forex trading, market, trading

Europe Wants a Lower Euro


"Hi everyone. I hope you’ve been paying attention to the events surrounding the Greece sovereign debt crisis. Things look to be in pretty bad shape for the European Union and as..."

Blog: Alan's Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-08 19:34
Taggar: currency

Russian Forex Broker On-Line Since 1998


"One of the oldest on-line Forex brokers has been listed on EarnForex.com today — Akmos Trade. It’s quite popular in Russia but is almost unknown outside it, despit..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-07 17:30
Taggar: brokers, currency, forex, rate

EUR/USD - Hits 1.2500 Target, Continued Bearish Bias


"After the dramatic drop this entire week (and especially on Thursday) that has established a new 14-month low around its expected 1.2500 support target, price action on EUR/USD (a daily chart of which..."

Blog: FX Path
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-07 16:31
Taggar: bear, bull, currency, currency pair

Sterling Drops in Currency Trading


"U.K. pound down in forex trading on election resultsSterling is down in currency trading against the U.S. dollar on the FX market today as uncertainty surrounding the British election results abounds..."

Euro Pulls Back in Forex Trading


"After gaining some ground, euro moves lower in currency tradingEuro is pulling back in forex trading today, heading lower after a brief reprieve. Earlier in currency trading, the euro regained some gr..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-07 11:04
Taggar: currency, currency trading, dollar, forex, forex trading, gold, market, point, trading

Nonfarm Business Supports Greenback vs. Euro


"EUR/USD extended its slump today for the fourth consecutive day. The report nonfarm business sector labor productivity increased, just at slower pace, supported the U.S. curre..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-06 15:33
Taggar: currency, report

Kiwi Shows Promise in Currency Trading


"Forex trading with the New Zealand dollarThe kiwi is showing promise in currency trading on the FX market today as it puts in a solid performance. Indeed, the New Zealand dollar surprised some forex t..."

Euro Likely to Remain Weak in Forex Trading


"U.S. dollar retains strength in currency tradingThe euro forex trading forecast remains somewhat bleak, with troubles in Europe refusing to subside. The ECB announced that it would leave interest rate..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-06 10:40
Taggar: currency, currency trading, dollar, forex, forex trading, point, rate, report, spread, trading

My Favorite Trade: EUR/GBP


"EUR/GBP has sold off quite aggressively this week and I think there is still downside opportunity for this currency pair! On the euro front, the outcome of tomorrow’s ECB meeting is likely to b..."

Blog: Kathy Lien - Forex Blog - Currency Research
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-05 22:49
Taggar: bear, currency, currency pair, rate

U.S. Dollar Gains in Forex Trading Against the Euro


"Euro reaches new 12-month low against the U.S. dollarThe U.S. dollar is gaining dramatically in forex trading on the currency market. News that the U.S. economy is adding jobs stands in stark contrast..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-05 11:04
Taggar: aussie, currency, dollar, economy, forex, forex trading, gold, market, pound, trading

Aussie Bounces in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with the Australian dollarThe Australian dollar has been struggling recently in currency trading on the FX market. However, the Aussie is bouncing back in forex trading. Employment ga..."

Spotlight on Futures & Currencies


"A check on the futures and currency markets with Boris Schlossberg, of GFT Forex, and Yra Harris, of Praxis Trading."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-05 09:06
Taggar: currency, forex, market, trading

The May 2010 issue of Currency Trader magazine is ready to download


"Greetings again. I bring some more news. Quick post to let you all know that the May issue of the Currency Trader magazine is out and ready for your downloading/reading pleasure. I f..."

Blog: Alan's Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-04 16:05
Taggar: currency, currency trade, dollar

Euro: How Much Can it Fall?


"If you have watched the interviews that I recently posted, you will know I have been bearish euros for sometime. However now that the single currency has hit a 1 year low and is closing in on the ps..."

Blog: Kathy Lien - Forex Blog - Currency Research
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-04 15:34
Taggar: bear, currency

Trichet and Co. are ?lousy poker players?


"The definition of a ?Greek Tragedy? is applying for another credit card to cover existing credit card debts. Will it work? The way the market has been offloading EUR?s and divesting their European int..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-04 12:10
Taggar: currency, market

Euro Tanks in Forex Trading Against the U.S. Dollar


"EUR/USD in currency tradingThe euro is tanking in forex trading against the U.S. dollar today as fallout from the Greek bailout continues. There are widespread concerns that the euro zone is loading u..."

Futures Traders Still Bearish on the Euro


"Despite the weekend deal that will see Greece meet its upcoming debt repayments, futures traders are still beating against the euro. Large speculators remain pessimistic about the future value of the..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-03 15:09
Taggar: currency, point, share

U.S. Dollar Picks Up in Currency Trading


"Greenback higher against the euro in forex tradingThe U.S. dollar is picking up speed in currency trading today as the economic picture shows improvement. One of the biggest things helping the dollar..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-05-03 11:32
Taggar: currency, currency trading, dollar, forex, forex trading, gold, market, oil, rate, trading

Greek Bailout Doesn't Do Any Favors for the Euro in Forex Trading


"Currency trading on the FX marketOver the weekend, a bailout for Greece was finally decided upon. This bailout represents the biggest bailout of a country ever. The European Union and the Internationa..."

European Fiscal Problems Won?t Fade


"Currency market trading next week will be dominated by the scramble to rescue Greece.  Outside aid for that heavily indebted economy has been misplayed repeatedly by just about everyone involved..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-30 20:03
Taggar: currency, economy, market, trading

Cable Rally Loses Steam in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with sterlingEarlier today, cable rallied on the prospect of a possible Tory victory in Britain. The pro-business Tories are favored by some, and considered as likely to get the count..."

U.S. Dollar Weakens in Currency Trading


"Greenback lower on economic reportThe U.S. dollar is weakening in currency trading on the FX market today. The greenback is lower in forex trading on the most recent economic report. Even though Quart..."

Hong Kong Monetary Authority Retains Base Rate Level of 0.5%


"Monetary policy in Hong is subordinated to enforcing a fixed HKD/USD peg via a currency board system wherein Hong Kong’s monetary base is fully backed by U.S. dollars.  The Hong Kong Moneta..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-29 17:38
Taggar: currency, dollar

Euro Sees Gains in Forex Trading


"Stability returns to the euro zone -- for nowThe euro is seeing some gains in forex trading right now. Stability has returned to the euro zone, for the time being. In currency trading, the euro is get..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-29 09:37
Taggar: currency, currency trading, employment, forex, forex trading, trading

U.S. Jobless Claims Drop for Another Week


"High beta currencies get a boost in forex tradingToday, the news is that U.S. jobless claims have dropped for the second week in a row. The news is helping the U.S. stock market head for a higher open..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-29 09:32
Taggar: currencies, currency, dollar, economy, forex, forex trading, market, rate, trading

Germany?s Peculiar Role in the Present Euro Fiscal Crisis


"The Greek debt problems is exacting disproportionate damage to the common currency’s reputation by demonstrating a lack of political cohesion to tackle a problem like this, by confirming that a..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-28 23:46
Taggar: currency

FOMC Says Nothing New, EUR/USD Trades Balanced


"EUR/USD traded with a great deal of the intraday volatility today, influenced by the expectations regarding Fed’s interest rate decision and Greek bailout. The ..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-28 16:28
Taggar: currency, currency pair, rate, trading

Sterling Can't Get Ahead in Currency Trading


"Forex trading with GBP/USDThe sterling can't seem to get ahead in currency trading on the FX market. Even though the FTSE 100 is doing well right now, the pound remains down in forex trading. Indeed..."

Europe Trembles as Greek Contagion Fears Spread


"Euro zone looks for directionExposure to Greek debt -- and Portuguese debt (which could be the next crisis) -- is harming European banks today. Indeed, stocks in Europe are lower as banks pull down in..."

Dollar Strengthens on Improved Confidence


"EUR/USD went down today hitting its daily chart support level as the fundamental reports from the United States showed that the situation is improving there. Both consumer confiden..."

No Credit Risk in Forex


"The risks in trading forex are manifold. There is interest rate risk (the possibility that interest rates could change adversely), country risk (that a political, economic, or monetary crisis could ad..."

Blog: Forex Blog: Currency Trading
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-27 18:31
Taggar: currency, forex, rate, trading

USD/JPY and its relationship with other markets


"Trader and author Raghee Horner of IBFX gives us an insight into intra-day USD/JPY and correlation between other markets. As many of you know, there is a relationship between the US Dollar and equitie..."

Blog: Forex Magnates
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-27 11:38
Taggar: currency, dollar, market

Risk Aversion Sends Euro Lower in Forex Trading


"U.S. dollar higher in currency tradingRisk aversion is in full force today, sending the euro lower in forex trading. Indeed, the U.S. dollar is gaining ground as concerns about the economy and the eur..."

U.S. Dollar Maintains Strength in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with the U.S. dollarThe U.S. dollar is maintaining strength in forex trading on the currency market today as the Fed heads in for a two-day meeting. While the Fed is not expected to m..."

A Benign Market Environment for Economic Recovery


"Yes, you read my headline correctly.  This certainly has not been true about Greece, and financial markets in other peripheral members of the common currency bloc are at risk.  But the state..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-26 19:34
Taggar: currency, financial, market

U.K. Pound Gains in Currency Trading


"Sterling higher in forex tradingAfter struggling last week, the sterling appears to be gaining the upper hand in forex trading today. Indeed, the announcement by Liberal Democrats that they would be w..."

Australian Dollar Moves Higher in Forex Trading


"Aussie makes a run to overcome resistance at 0.9300Risk appetite is making a bit of an appearance today in forex trading (although the euro is being left out), and the Australian dollar is trying to t..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-26 11:46
Taggar: aussie, currency, currency trading, dollar, economy, forex, forex trading, trading

Currency Market Uncertainties Involve Political Decisions


"When currency market direction hinges on political decision-making, fundamental economic analysts and technical market guidance are not especially helpful because the deciders are not influenced by an..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-23 20:04
Taggar: currency, market

EUR/USD Rises After Reaching New Low in a Year


"EUR/USD continued its fall today during the early Forex trading session but then managed to go up above the opening level as Greece adopted a bail-out plan offered by the..."

Speculation Regarding Asset Sales Sends U.S. Dollar Higher Against the Japanese Yen


"Currency trading with USD/JPYForex trading with the U.S. dollar should consider that it is higher against the Japanese yen right now, thanks to the speculation that the U.S. monetary policy makers are..."

Sterling Can't Gain Upper Hand in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with the U.K. poundSterling can't seem to pull out of its funk right now in forex trading. Indeed, even though the euro is finally showing signs of life against the U.S. dollar in cur..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-23 11:36
Taggar: currency, currency trading, dollar, forex, forex trading, market, pound, trading

Trade for Soft Commodities "Strong"


"A concern of a draught and flooding in China is pushing U.S. soybean futures higher, says Jonathan Barratt, MD at Commodity Broking Services. He tells Kathy Lien, director of currency research at GFT..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-23 09:32
Taggar: currency, forex

Positive Outlook for Australian Banks


"The banking reporting season next week is expected to be positive, says Jeremy Hook, investment director at TMS Capital. He speaks to Kathy Lien, director of currency research at GFT Forex and CNBC's..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-23 08:47
Taggar: aussie, bank, currency, forex, investment, report

Greece: Vulnerable to More Downgrades


"Greece is vulnerable to further downgrades if they don't get their house in order, says Kathy Lien, director of currency trading at GFT Forex. She speaks to CNBC's Karen Tso about the rating of Greece..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-23 08:44
Taggar: currency, currency trading, forex, trading

Euro Falls to April Low as Greek Budget Deficit Worsens


"EUR/USD fell to it’s minimum level this month as the Greek budget deficit proved to be worse than expected while the fundamentals from U.S. supported the greenback..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-22 16:16
Taggar: currency, currency pair, trading

U.S. Dollar Gains on Risk Aversion


"Greenback heads higher in forex tradingThe U.S. dollar is moving higher in forex trading on the currency market today as risk aversion sets in. The euro is floundering in forex trading, thanks to the..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-22 12:05
Taggar: currency, currency trading, dollar, forex, forex trading, market, trading

Euro Drops in Currency Trading


"16-nation currency hits another snag in forex tradingThe euro is dropping in currency trading on the FX market today, thanks to the latest news out of Greece. Moody's announced that it has downgraded..."

Canadian Dollar Ready for Another Run at Parity


"Loonie ready to take on greenback in forex tradingFor the last few days, the Canadian dollar has continued in currency trading to trade near parity with the U.S. dollar. The loonie appears to be gathe..."

Is Sterling Ready for 1.5500?


"U.K. pound advances in forex tradingThe sterling is heading higher in currency trading on the FX market today as data continues to impress coming out of Britain. The U.K. pound is advancing as economi..."

U.S. Dollar Higher in forex trading on Risk Aversion


"Greenback gains in currency tradingThe U.S. dollar is heading higher in forex trading this morning as risk aversion sets in. Indeed, investors are wary right now as the Iceland volcano eruption disrup..."

Euro Falls in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with the euroThe euro continues to struggle in forex trading as uncertainty rocks the euro zone. Housing starts provided some fundamental support for the U.S. dollar, but, for the mos..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-16 10:56
Taggar: currency, currency trading, dollar, forex, forex trading, fx market, market, trading

U.S. Debt Situation Could Contribute to Inflation


"U.S. dollar could remain weak in forex trading in the futureThe U.S. debt situation is likely to contribute to inflation in the coming years, potentially weakening the U.S. dollar in forex trading. Fo..."

Not a Bad Day For China


"April 15th was to have been the day that the U.S. Treasury Department declared Chinese officials currency manipulators, a step that would have paved the way for punitive commercial barriers against U..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-15 17:24
Taggar: currency

EUR/USD Falls Before Macroeconomics Released


"EUR/USD went down today before the a group of important macroeconomic reports were released. After release, the currency pair corrected up slightly. It’s now trading near 1.3..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-15 16:17
Taggar: currency, currency pair, report, trading

Ben Bernanke and the U.S. Dollar


"Is Bernanke holding the dollar back?There have been some concerns about Ben Bernanke's refusal to raise interest rates. Indeed, there are worries that Bernanke is in denial about the improvements made..."

Canadian Dollar Building a Beachhead Beyond USD Parity


"The Canadian dollar has strengthened a long way since the first quarter of last year amid improving fundamentals and additional support from the comments of the Bank of Canada Governor and the Finance..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-14 18:19
Taggar: bank, currency, dollar, finance, loonie

Revaluation of Singapore Dollar


"Authorities at the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) acted before their Beijing counterparts, releasing a statement today that re-centers the currency trading band on present market Singapore doll..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-14 14:28
Taggar: currency, currency trading, dollar, market, trading

Dollar Retreats a Bit Further as Investors Await Bernanke JEC Testimony


"The dollar slid 0.5% against the Australian dollar, 0.3% versus the Canadian dollar and British pound, and 0.2% against the euro and kiwi.  The yen did even worse, dropping 0.3% against the green..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-14 13:23
Taggar: currency, dollar, kiwi, pound

Trevor Cook admits to $190 million scam


"The formerly high-flying trader says he bilked more than 1,000 investors of at least $190 million in a currency fraud – Star Tribune reports. Minneapolis money manager Trevor Cook, who rose from..."

Blog: Forex Magnates
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-14 11:05
Taggar: currency, dollar, report

U.S. Dollar Lags in Currency Trading


"Retail sales unable to boost greenback in forex tradingThe U.S. dollar is down in currency trading on the FX market this morning as forex traders look for higher returns. Even the improved retail sale..."

Australian Dollar Heads Higher in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with the AussieThe Australian dollar is heading higher in forex trading on the currency market today as risk appetite makes an appearance. Indeed, in currency trading the Aussie is he..."

U.S. and Canadian Latest Trends in Trade


"The U.S. recorded a $39.7 billion goods and services trade deficit in February, which exceeded expectations yet again.  The deficit in December-February averaged $38.9 billion per month, 43.8% wi..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-13 17:57
Taggar: currency, dollar

What Next for Greece?


"Risk appetite in the U.S. could affect the euro in forex tradingThe next move regarding Greece is likely to affect the euro in forex trading -- and it may rely on U.S. investors' desire for risk appet..."

Forex Trading Forecast: Loonie to Test Parity with the U.S. Dollar Again


"USD/CAD pressured in currency tradingThe forex trading forecast expects to see the loonie test parity with the U.S. dollar again rather soon. Right now, it appears that Canadian trade is returning to..."

Greek bailout is a Euro bailout, but, for how long?


"Forced to eat ?humble pie? and commit to their future, the EU has stepped up to the plate and pledged debt-burdened Greece a rescue package at below-market interest rates as they try to end this membe..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-12 12:17
Taggar: currency, market, rate

China Inches Toward Revaluation


"The hoopla surrounding the semi-annual release of the Treasury’s currency report has been awkwardly resolved. As a result of Chinese Prime Minister Hu Jintao’s last minute decision to part..."

Blog: Forex Blog: Currency Trading
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-12 11:13
Taggar: currency, report

Sterling Pulls Back in Currency Trading


"Forex trading with European currenciesSterling is pulling back in currency trading on the FX market this morning after seeing a bit of a rally earlier. Encouraged by the rally in the euro, thanks to t..."

Euro's Rally Eases in Forex Trading


"U.S. dollar re-asserts itself in currency tradingEarlier today, the euro saw a rally in forex trading as details of a Greek bailout plan were announced. Greece will be able to borrow up to 30 billion..."

Currency Market Chatter Can Be Misleading


"A Greek chorus is an ever-present fixture of currency market trading.  A market participant can formulate opinions and trading strategies from the relentless drip of new information — data..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-09 20:07
Taggar: currency, market, rate, trading

EUR/USD Rallies with U.S. Wholesale Inventories


"EUR/USD went up significantly today on the background of the rising wholesale inventories in United States, but the main reason for the rally was probably in..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-09 18:11
Taggar: currency, currency pair, trading

Euro Breaks Through 1.3400 in Currency Trading


"Forex trading with the euroThe euro has broken through the 1.3400 level in currency trading, and is looking for support there. Risk appetite is back on, and forex traders are interested in better retu..."

Euro Continues Its Struggles in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with the euroThe euro continues to struggle in forex trading on the currency market. Earlier, as it appeared the Greece could succumb to its debt, ECB president Jean-Claude Trichet as..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-08 10:48
Taggar: currency, currency trading, dollar, forex, forex trading, market, rate, report, trading

U.S. Dollar Dominates in Currency Trading


"Greenback higher as a safe havenThe U.S. dollar is dominating today in currency trading on the FX market. The news that the Greek fiscal drama is far from over continues to haunt the euro zone, and th..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-08 10:41
Taggar: currency, currency trading, dollar, economy, fx market, investment, market, trading

IMF Working with Greece as Euro Declines


"International Monetary Fund (IMF) advisers are working closely with Greek government officials as Greece begins implementing a series of deep spending cuts. Currency markets remain less than impressed..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-07 15:23
Taggar: currency, market

Eurozone Fails to Grow Economy


"For the last three months of 2009, the economy for the eurozone registered no growth at all over the previous quarter. Year-over-year, the combined economies of the countries using the Euro currency..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-07 15:09
Taggar: currency, economy, report

Australia Leads Foreign Currencies


"Unlike the U.S. dollar and euro, the Ozzie dollar represents one of the only currencies not facing major problems, says Kathy Lien, director of currency research at GFT Forex. She talks with Shane Oli..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-07 09:12
Taggar: currencies, currency, dollar, forex, investment, rate

EUR/USD - Bearish Breakdown Within Downtrend


"Price action on EUR/USD, a daily chart of which is shown, has once again tentatively broken down below a countertrend bullish retracement and the key 1.3400 support/resistance level in its bid potenti..."

Blog: FX Path
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-06 16:58
Taggar: bull, currency, currency pair

Interbank FX files for an Australian license


"IBFX Holdings LLC, parent company of leading U.S. off-exchange retail foreign currency (Forex/FX) broker Interbank FX LLC, announced today the plans to open a Sydney based company aimed to accommodate..."

Blog: Forex Magnates
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-06 15:41
Taggar: bank, currency, foreign currency, forex, investment

Loonie Approaches Parity with the U.S. Dollar


"Canadian dollar makes a push for 1.00 in forex tradingEarlier today in currency trading on the forex market, the loonie touched 1.00 against the U.S. dollar, reaching parity for the first time since J..."

The April 2010 issue of Currency Trader magazine is ready to download


"Hi everyone. You may be interested to know that the April 2010 issue of Currency Trader magazine is now available for free download. This issue has an interesting writeup regarding the Euro vs USD. 1..."

Blog: Alan's Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-06 06:39
Taggar: currency, currency trade, forex

EUR/USD Goes Up Before Some Good U.S. Reports


"EUR/USD went up slightly today, showing both upward and downward volatility before the U.S. fundamental reports hinted some continued improvement in the economy. After the rep..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-05 16:28
Taggar: currency, currency pair, economy, report, trading

Geithner Delays Exchange Rate Policy Report


"In a move intended to give China more leeway with its exchange rate policy, U.S. Treasury Secretary Timothy F. Geithner will delay a report expected by Congress on April 15th. The report is a critical..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-05 15:31
Taggar: currency, rate, report

Canadian Dollar Half a Cent from Parity


"A rally in commodities and has helped push the Canadian dollar to just over half a cent from parity with its US counterpart. At one point on Monday, the Canadian dollar reached CA$1.0051 US dollars or..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-05 15:05
Taggar: currency, dollar, point

US Treasury yields support the dollar index on Easter Monday


"With half the trading world on holiday, it?s been a slow news day with filler trying to generate enthusiasm after the US?s somewhat solid employment report on Friday. Even Geithner has decided not to..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-05 11:44
Taggar: currency, employment, rate, report, trading

Sterling Gains Ground in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with the U.K. poundSterling is gaining ground in forex trading on the currency market today as risk appetite sets in. Also helping in currency trading with the U.K. pound is the fact..."

U.S. Dollar Lower in Forex Trading


"Currency trading quiet, but dollar slippingThe U.S. dollar is moving lower in forex trading on the currency market as investors and traders look for higher gains in riskier investments. Earlier, the U..."

U.S. Dollar Higher in Currency Trading


"Forex trading with the greenbackThe U.S. dollar is higher in currency trading on the FX market this morning, thanks to the news that the U.S. economy added jobs. Indeed, the U.S. saw the biggest boost..."

How Will Payrolls Be Affected by Good Friday?


"Yhe first question that comes to mind is how the Good Friday holiday could affect volatility in the currency market. Holidays usually mean less liquidity and less volatility but when there is a piece..."

Blog: Kathy Lien - Forex Blog - Currency Research
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-01 14:34
Taggar: currency, market

Surprisingly Strong European PMI-Manufacturing Readings


"On this first day of the new quarter, which happens to also be Mourning Thursday and the day before the U.S. March jobs report, the dollar has eased 0.4% against sterling and the Canadian dollar but r..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-01 13:41
Taggar: currency, dollar, kiwi, report

U.S. Dollar Drops in Forex Trading


"Economic optimism prompts forex traders to look for higher returnsThe U.S. dollar is lower in forex trading on the currency market today, thanks to the news that the global economic recovery appears t..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-01 10:40
Taggar: currency, dollar, employment, forex, forex trade, forex trading, gold, market, oil, trading

Europrean Monetary Union Breaks Up


"The end of the euro emminentJust as the euro was reaching record highs, thanks to the announcement that nearly 1/3 of China's U.S. dollar currency reserves are counterfeit, another bombshell dropped..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-04-01 08:17
Taggar: announcement, currency, dollar, forex, forex trading, trading

EUR/USD Grows Considerably Despite Lower Chicago PMI


"EUR/USD registered its new high in more a than week, showing a daily rise of about 0.85% today. It was going straight up from the early European Forex trading session without..."

Eurozone Unemployment Reaches 10%


"For the first time since the introduction of the euro, unemployment in the countries using the single currency has topped 10 percent. While this news is sure to cast a pall over European markets today..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-31 14:46
Taggar: currency, employment, market, rate

EUR head-fake to unnerve weak dollar longs


"For awhile yesterday, it seemed that ?riga-mortis? had hit set in as Capital Markets sat patiently for the first wrong move in their opinion to occur. It?s not a finely balanced market. Investors have..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-31 12:18
Taggar: currency, dollar, dollar trade, market

Handling News with an Open Position


"Why do we need to worry about news announcements when we already have a position, and we already have our stop and profit target in place? We worry about this because a major news announcement can mov..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-31 10:29
Taggar: announcement, currency, currency pair, market, profit, rate, trading

U.S. Dollar Loses Steam in Forex Trading


"Employment data sends greenback lower in currency tradingThe U.S. dollar is losing steam in forex trading on the currency market today as investors consider the latest jobs data. The ADP report indica..."

Sterling and Euro Recover in Forex Trading


"Currency trading on the FX marketThe sterling and the euro are both continuing their recovery in forex trading on the currency market. Indeed, both are showing signs of life as economic data points to..."

U.S. Economic Data to Be Released


"Currency market and economic dataImportant economic data is due to be released today -- data that is likely to affect the currency market. Yesterday, news of consumer spending increases in February he..."

Another 25-Basis Point Hungarian Central Bank Rate Cut


"The Mayar Nemzeti Bank implemented its fourth straight 25-bp interest rate cut to 5.5% and reiterated the assertion that further cuts will be possible only if financial market risk perceptions allow s..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-29 16:17
Taggar: bank, currency, financial, inflation, market, rate

Sterling Sees Gains in Currency Trading


"Forex trading with the U.K. poundSterling is seeing gains in currency trading on the FX market this morning, thanks to some favorable data, and the fact that there is a bit of a return to risk appetit..."

Australian Dollar Rallies in Forex Trading


"Aussie in currency tradingThe Australian dollar is rallying in forex trading on the currency market this morning, with a little help from the return of risk appetite.  Investors are looking for s..."

Swiss National Bank Lets Franc Surge to Record High on the Currency Market


"Is the SNB ready to back off a little in currency manipulation?Since March of 2009, the Swiss National Bank has been fairly straightforward regarding its methods of buying foreign currencies in order..."

Euro?s deflation outshines China?s covert retaliation


"The round-table internal bickering officially begins amongst EU members today. Will they fail to agree on decisive measures to help Greece tackle its fiscal deficits? The EUR?s trading pattern tells u..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-25 11:55
Taggar: currency, market, trading

U.S. Dollar Moves Down in Currency Trading


"Forex trading with the U.S. dollarAfter relative strength, the U.S. dollar is moving lower in currency trading on the FX market. For now, forex traders are assuming that the EU summit will come up wit..."

Can the Euro Zone Be Saved?


"Euro forex trading forecastEuropean leaders are in the midst of a summit right now, hammering out policy and making deals. And, while Greece isn't officially on the agenda, it's hard to imagine that i..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-25 08:24
Taggar: bank, currency, forex, forex trading, fx market, market, report, trading

EUR/USD at Minimum Since May 2009 on Portuguese Rating Cut


"The Forex isn’t reacting on the macroeconomic indicators today as the markets are shaken by the cut of the Portuguese credit rating by Fitch age..."

China CEOs Join Obama in Supporting Yuan Appreciation


"Chinese executives are joining U.S. President Barack Obama in backing a stronger yuan, even as Premier Wen Jiabao says the currency isn?t undervalued. Yang Yuanqing, chief executive officer of Beijing..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-24 12:58
Taggar: bank, currency, dollar, market, rate

Trichet?s EUR fights for survival


"There is only one story in town and like a broken record, its playing the same tune. Liquidation of Euro assets seems to be gathering momentum. The currency has continued its slide following various s..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-24 12:36
Taggar: currency, market

U.S. Dollar Surges in Currency Trading


"Greenback moves higher in forex tradingThe U.S. dollar is surging in currency trading on the FX market as the debt situation in Europe deteriorates. There may be some furor over health care reform in..."

Euro Struggles in Forex Trading


"Euro selloff on the currency marketThe euro is struggling in forex trading right now, thanks to a number of developments in the European debt drama. Between Greece, and now Portugal, the euro zone has..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-24 11:12
Taggar: currency, dollar, forex, forex trading, market, report, trading

Why the SNB Has Not Intervened in the CHF


"For the eighth trading day in a row, EUR/CHF has failed to rally. The Swiss Franc even ended the day at a fresh record high against the euro as traders test the resolve of the Swiss National Bank. Thi..."

EUR/USD Goes Down on Minor Home Sales Decline


"The dollar rose against the euro today as the U.S. stock markets went up despite the minor fall in the existing home sales. The Richmond Fed index on the&#..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-23 22:39
Taggar: currency, dollar, home sales, market, report, trading

Health Care? Check ? Now, What?s Next?


"President Obama?s ?all-or-nothing? health care gambit paid off with a victory in last Sunday?s vote. With that dragon finally slain, it?s time to get on with the next pressing issue ? the economy. Wit..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-23 21:07
Taggar: currency, economy, employment

Review: Following the Plan


"There are many obstacles that prevent most traders that have an excellent trading plan from following it properly. Almost all of these factors are psychological.Review: Following the Plan Let's say yo..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-23 09:05
Taggar: analysis, bear, currency, currency pair, point, rate, spread, trading

Pound Slips Below 1.5000 in Currency Trading


"Sterling in forex tradingThe pound slipped below 1.5000 in currency trading on the FX market earlier in trading. The move was not much of a surprise, with the news that inflation is cooling in Britain..."

U.S. Dollar Climbs in Forex Trading on Uncertainty


"Greenback higher in currency tradingThe U.S. dollar is moving higher in forex trading as uncertainty takes hold of the markets. There is a laundry list of reasons that the greenback is making gains in..."

Broker with Fixed 2-Pip Spreads on Majors


"2pipfixed is a Forex broker with a rather strange name; it has been added to my site today. It provides fixed 2-pip spreads on all major Forex currency pairs but the name..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-21 10:12
Taggar: currency, currency pair, forex, market, spread

Why is the Loonie Beating the Aussie?


"It sounds like the beginning to a bad joke, right? But seriously, why is the Canadian Dollar (aka Loonie) beating the Australian Dollar (AUD) when the two currencies are placed head-to-head? The curre..."

Blog: Forex Blog: Currency Trading
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-20 07:51
Taggar: currencies, currency, dollar, loonie, market

Many Uncertainties For Currency Traders to Sift Through


"February 5th has become an important reference point for world financial markets.  For one thing it was a Friday.  Because currency trading is a 24-hour per day game, Friday closing levels p..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-19 19:46
Taggar: currency, currency trading, financial, market, point, trading

Fapturbo 50 update is here


"Greetings! I’ve got some good news for all you FapTurbo users. The FapTurbo team have released FapTurbo version 50.  The biggest reason you may want to upgrade to this version is that FapTurbo..."

Blog: Alan's Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-19 10:09
Taggar: currency, currency pair, fapturbo

EUR/USD Continues to Fall Despite Lower CPI


"EUR/USD continued its decline today falling down to the weekly lows and then retracing back somewhat. The U.S. fundamentals remain rather weak and unsupporting for the..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-18 16:23
Taggar: cpi, currency, currency pair, dollar, market, trading

EU Debt Crisis: Perception is Reality


"I wonder if I wasn’t a little glib in my last post ?Dollar Returns to Favor as World?s Reserve Currency?when I implied that the Euro would necessarily continue falling because of ongoing soverei..."

Blog: Forex Blog: Currency Trading
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-18 15:16
Taggar: currency, dollar

EURO ?unity with promises? broken


"Bigger cracks are appearing. European cohesion is being questioned and with that the longevity of the EUR currency itself. The public perception of ?unity with promises? has been broken by the German..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-18 12:05
Taggar: currency, finance, market

Dollar recovers as markets look past Fed decision


"channelnewsasia.com - Boris Schlossberg Dollar recovers as markets look past Fed decision NEW YORK - The dollar traded mostly higher Wednesday, regaining its footing a day after a Federal Reserve deci..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-18 08:24
Taggar: bank, bull, currency, dollar, dollar trade, economy, forex, forex trading, market, rate, trading

Euro Falls in Forex Trading on Greek Disappointments


"Can the euro zone remain intact through all of this?The euro continues to struggle in forex trading on the currency market as the problems in Greece continue weighing on the euro zone. European Union..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-18 08:00
Taggar: currency, dollar, forex, forex trading, market, rate, report, trading

EUR/USD Tests New Maximum on Declined PPI


"EUR/USD tested its new maximum level since February 9 and then retraced below the daily open level on bad PPI report and mixed oil inventories reports. The maximum has been se..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-17 19:00
Taggar: currency, currency pair, oil, report, trading

My Favorite Trade: AUD/NZD Update Plus USD/CAD and EUR/GBP


"Last week, I wrote that shorting AUD/NZD is my favorite trade. At that time, I said that if the currency pair rallies back above 1.31, then the uptrend has resumed and my call is wrong. However, AUD..."

Blog: Kathy Lien - Forex Blog - Currency Research
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-17 15:52
Taggar: currency, currency pair

Stocks Rally


"Stocks advanced 1.2% in Japan, 2.2% in China, 2.1% in South Korea, 3.3% in Indonesia, 1.8% in Thailand, 1.7% in Hong Kong and 1.2% in Australia.  In Europe, the German Dax is 0.6% firmer, and the..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-17 13:28
Taggar: currency

Sterling Continues to Rally in Forex Trading


"U.K. pound higher in currency tradingThe sterling continues its rally in forex trading on the currency market today, thanks in part to an improvement in risk appetite. Commodity currencies are higher..."

Australian Dollar Gets Boost in Forex Trading from Higher Gold Prices


"Aussie in currency trading on the FX marketThe Australian dollar is moving higher in forex trading today as gold prices gain. Gold prices are moving higher as the Fed expresses its belief that the lab..."

EU Reluctantly Rides to Greece?s Rescue


"It has been eleven years since the formation of the Euro Zone. At the time, noted economist Milton Friedman stated that the Euro Zone would collapse upon facing the first major crisis that pitted the..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-16 23:04
Taggar: currency, financial

EUR/USD Rebounds as Fundamentals Don?t Favor USD


"EUR/USD retraced from the yesterday lows set on the bad signals from Europe. Fundamentals that came out in U.S. today aren’t very positive for the dollar, while the..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-16 20:43
Taggar: currencies, currency, dollar, market, rate

EU Reveals Plan to Rescue Greece and Protect Euro


"While weighing the need to protect the currency against the official position that prohibits the EU from providing direct financial aid to individual member-countries, European finance ministers have..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-16 15:22
Taggar: currency, finance, financial

Dollar Returns to Favor as World?s Reserve Currency


"Rumor has it that the Dollar is about to make a run. As the credit crisis slowly subsides, (currency) investors are once again looking at the long-term, and they like what they see when it comes to th..."

Blog: Forex Blog: Currency Trading
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-16 09:09
Taggar: currency, dollar

CFTC charges Dennis Todd Hagemann and Yellowstone Partners with operating a Forex Ponzi scheme


"Washington, DC ? The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) today announced that it charged Dennis Todd Hagemann and Yellowstone Partners, Inc., both of Raleigh, N.C., with operating a Ponzi..."

Blog: Forex Magnates
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-16 09:03
Taggar: currency, foreign currency, forex, trading

U.S. Dollar: How to Trade Fed Meeting


"There are a few reasons why forex traders should be nervous today, but we believe that the rally in the U.S. dollar is a reflection of the market?s hope that the Fed will come through tomorrow by grow..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-16 07:58
Taggar: bank, currency, dollar, dollar trade, financial, forex, forex trade, market, point, rate

Euro Falls vs. Dollar on Greek Problems


"EUR/USD declined rapidly today as the European aid to the troubled Greece meets new obstacles, pushing the Eurozone’s currency down against the U.S. dollar. The..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-15 17:42
Taggar: currency, dollar, economy, indicators, market, trading

EURO condemned and not just to a tight trading range


"We were so close to changing the record after Friday?s US data. However, again we are doomed to listen to the same issues driving Capital Markets this morning. Chinese Premier Wen said he ?opposes cou..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-15 12:13
Taggar: currency, dollar, market, point, rate

U.S. Dollar Heads Higher in Currency Trading as Risk Aversion Sets In


"Forex trading with the U.S. dollarThe U.S. dollar is headed higher in currency trading on the FX market as risk aversion sets in. Forex traders are a bit nervous right now as uncertainty rules the cur..."

U.K. Pound Plunges on Moody's Downgrade Warning


"Sterling in forex tradingCurrency trading on the FX market should consider that the sterling is dropping as traders consider the latest warning from Moody's. The credit rating agency issued warnings t..."

Pause in the Dollar


"Upward pressure on the dollar has lost steam.  As of 16:00 GMT today, the U.S. currency was showing losses for the week of 1.3% against the Canadian dollar and Swiss franc, 0.9% against the euro..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-12 21:36
Taggar: currency, dollar, kiwi

EUR/USD at Monthly High Before Retail Sales Report


"The EUR/USD currency pair reached its maximum level since February 11th today before the report on the retail sales was released in U.S. It showed a better than expected..."

Boris Schlossberg on Trading Block


"A pre-market check on energy, currency and equity markets, with Peter Beutel, of Cameron Hanover; Ben Lichtenstein, of TradersAudio; and Boris Schlossberg, of GFT Forex."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-12 10:43
Taggar: currency, forex, market

CFTC charges Helmut Weber, Weber Capital Management with Forex Scheme


"Defendant used three websites to solicit customers and misappropriated approximately $280,000 of customer funds. Washington, DC ? The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) filed a complaint..."

Blog: Forex Magnates
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-12 09:47
Taggar: currency, foreign currency, forex, trading

Sterling Strengthens in Currency Trading


"Pound heads higher in forex tradingThe sterling is strengthening in currency trading on the FX market today. Indeed, the pound is heading higher in forex trading as risk appetite makes an appearance..."

Euro Gains in Forex Trading


"Boost comes from sovereign debt fear abatement, U.S. retail salesThe euro is heading higher in forex trading on the currency market today as things improve in terms of global economic data. Helping th..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-12 09:24
Taggar: currency, financial, forex, forex trading, market, report, retail sales, trading

Swiss Franc Falls on SNB Announcement


"The Swiss franc lost ground to most of the major currencies today, after the Swiss National Bank announced that it would maintain current interest rate levels. The Bank noted that it was seeing more &..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-11 16:38
Taggar: bank, currencies, currency, rate

CFTC Charges Texas Resident with Operating a Forex Ponzi Scheme


"Washington, DC ? The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) today announced that it charged Willie L. Cloud, Jr. and his investment company, C & R Financial, Inc., both of Houston, Texas..."

Blog: Forex Magnates
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-11 10:07
Taggar: currency, financial, foreign currency, forex, investment, trading

Inflation Rises in China - Will We See Yuan Appreciation?


"How Fast Will Chinese Officials Clamp Down?It appears that Chinese inflation is on the rise again, indicating that the country is seeing strong economic growth. Again. China's leaders are wary of seei..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-11 09:27
Taggar: currencies, currency, dollar, economy, forex, forex trading, inflation, market, rate, trading

Will the Canadian Dollar Reach Parity with the U.S. Dollar?


"Canadian dollar looks to move toward parity in currency tradingThe outlook for USD/CAD is slightly bearish right now, with the Canadian dollar possibly eying parity in currency trading on the FX marke..."

Pound Falls, but may be Oversold


"One of the pitfalls of forex blogging (or all financial reporting for that matter) is that it’s inherently after-the fact. In other words, any information about the past – while relevant &..."

Blog: Forex Blog: Currency Trading
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-11 03:14
Taggar: currency, financial, forex, report

Will the Fed Raise Rates By the End of the Year?


"Looking for Fed rate hike could be comingWill a better than expected nonfarm payrolls at the end of last week, and with the recent hike in the Fed discount rate, it looks as though things could be pic..."

More Intervention from the Swiss National Bank in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with the Swiss francThe Swiss National Bank appears to be intervening -- albeit it on a very small level -- in forex trading again. The SNB has been intervening on occasion since last..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-10 11:45
Taggar: bank, currency, currency trading, forex, forex trading, market, rate, report, trading

What Makes Prices Move?


"Today I will go over what I think drives price movement in the markets, why I hold these beliefs, and why I think it is important to understand the forces in price movement. Keep in mind the following..."

Upside for Yen?


"It's repatriation month for the yen, but that doesn't necessarily mean a robust rise for the currency. Kathy Lien, director of currency at GFT Forex and guest host Don Williams, CIO at Platypus Asset..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-10 09:41
Taggar: currency, forex

Warning Signs- Long Bars Review


"I warn of long bars near the completion of a pattern in nearly every trade I put on fx360.com. The reason for this is that they are the number one signal that a pattern is likely to fail. Of course, s..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-09 09:52
Taggar: currency, currency pair, point

Sterling Continues its Downward Spiral in Currency Trading


"U.K. pound can't remain above 1.50 in forex tradingThe sterling is continuing its downward spiral in currency trading, after a gallant attempt at gains. However, the British currency just can't seem t..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-09 09:09
Taggar: currency, currency trading, economy, forex, forex trading, gold, market, oil, point, pound, trading

Euro Continues to Struggle in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with the euroThe euro continues to struggling in forex trading on the currency market, with a number of concerns weighing. The 16-nation currency is still dealing with the debt proble..."

Do You Use Carry Trade?


"Carry trade is a popular trading strategy that is based on buying a high-yielding asset with the low-yielding asset, so that the cost of loan is less than the yield..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-08 12:43
Taggar: currency, currency pair, forex, rate, trading

My Favorite Forex Trade: AUD/NZD


"My favorite forex trade right now is shorting AUD/NZD. After hitting a 9 year high of 1.3124 last week, the rally in AUD/NZD is losing steam. I should have posted about this earlier, but I think th..."

Consolidation at Support Line on EUR/CHF W1 ? March 7th 2010


"The long-term support line formed at a weekly timeframe chart of the EUR/CHF currency pair now holds even more strength as the price has shown a very interestin..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-07 11:18
Taggar: bear, currency, currency pair

All Major Currencies Carry Negative Baggage


"Currency movements continue to be choppy and mixed from the standpoint of a dollar holder.  So far this past week, the greenback recorded gains of more than 1.0% against sterling and the yen but..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-05 20:26
Taggar: currency, dollar, point

Euro Drops in Forex Trading Against the U.S. Dollar


"Euro struggles in currency tradingThe euro is struggling in forex trading as events continue to keep the 16-nation currency weak. Indeed, the euro is down in currency trading on the FX market while th..."

Dollar Climbs on Mixed Data, ECB Statement


"The EUR/USD currency had a change on its positive trend today despite a fall in the U.S. number of pending home sales, as factory orders rose in North Amer..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-04 20:33
Taggar: currency, economy, home sales

ECB Keeps Rates Unchanged at 1%


"Euro gets boost, but then falls back in forex tradingThe European Central Bank has kept its benchmark rate steady at 1%. This is unsurprising, given the fact that the ECB cannot afford to raise intere..."

Dollar Falls Despite Positive ISM


"The dollar continued to fall versus the euro this Wednesday despite positive data provided by the monthly ISM non-manufacturing report, as, once again, news involving Greece a..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-03 17:53
Taggar: currency, currency pair, dollar, report

What's in Store for the Dollar?


"Kathy Lien, director of currency research at GFT Forex, on why risk appetite is not dominating the flows in the market."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-03 16:52
Taggar: currency, forex, market

What's in Store for the Dollar?


"Kathy Lien, director of currency research at GFT Forex, on why risk appetite is not dominating the flows in the market."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-03 16:52
Taggar: currency, forex, market

Euro Rises on Greek Pledge to Cut Spending


"The euro made gains this morning, rising to $1.3637 by mid-day trading in Europe after Greece put forward an “austerity package” consisting of tax increases and spending cuts worth ?4.8 bi..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-03 16:09
Taggar: currency, day trading, market, trading

FOREX-Euro rises vs dollar after Greek austerity plans


"Greek cabinet unveils 4.8 bln euro austerity planFOREX-Euro rises vs dollar after Greek austerity plans Trading in the euro/dollar was volatile and markets remained wary over whether the plan would be..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-03 10:22
Taggar: currency, dollar, financial, forex, market, trading

U.K. Pound Consolidates in Currency Trading


"Sterling sees some gains in forex tradingAfter weeks of being pummeled by the U.S. dollar, the U.K. pound is finally heading higher in currency trading on the FX market. Sterling is not that much high..."

Euro Firms Against U.S. Dollar as Greece Adopts Austerity Plan


"Euro in forex tradingThe euro is firming in forex trading against the U.S. dollar this morning as Greece announces an austerity plan. The announcement of a plan comes despite concerns by the Greek pop..."

Sterling?s Legacy of Crisis


"Britain’s periodic fiscal problems,chronic large trade deficits, comparatively high inflation and the enormous offshore holdings of sterling have made that currency an object of speculative sell..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-02 22:33
Taggar: currency, dollar, gold, inflation, pound, rate

Euro at 10-Month Low


"The Greek credit crisis continues to bog down the euro as investors abandon the currency in favor of the US dollar. Latest estimates have Greece’s debt in the range of ?300 billion ($US 419 bill..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-02 15:59
Taggar: currency, dollar, finance, trading

Currency expert Boris Schlossberg says hung parliament a "formula for disaster"


"Top currency expert Boris Schlossberg has said that a hung parliament would be a ?formula for disaster? for the pound and the British economy and has described Britain as a ?massive risk? for investor..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-02 12:50
Taggar: currency, economy, finance, financial, market, point, pound, rate

Euro Continues to Struggle in Currency Trading


"Euro forex trading forecastThe euro continues to struggle in currency trading on the FX market, with concerns over the Greek situation manifest. In earlier trading, the euro took a dive. It has recove..."

RBA Raises Rate to 4%


"Forex trading with the AussieThe Australian dollar is somewhat subdued today in currency trading on the FX market, in spite of its hike to the benchmark rate. After some concern that the RBA would hav..."

More Upside to Aussie-Pound, Aussie-Euro


"The Aussie provides upside potential and the big moves will come from the Aussie-sterling and Aussie-euro pairs, says Kathy Lien, director of currency research at GFT Forex."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-02 09:05
Taggar: aussie, currency, forex

Dollar Benefits from U.S. Expansion


"The dollar pared much of the euro’s advance from last week as several reports in the U.S. indicated that economic improvements in the country are far more..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-01 18:57
Taggar: currency, currency pair, dollar, report

EUR/USD - Consolidation within Strong Bearish Trend


"Price action on EUR/USD, a daily chart of which is shown, has formed yet another short-term consolidation within the context of a strong bearish trend that has been in place since early December. The..."

Blog: FX Path
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-01 17:52
Taggar: analysis, bear, currency, currency pair, technical analysis

Cable Stumbles as Hung Parliament Appears Likely


"Fears of a hung parliament continue to weigh on the pound as the beleaguered currency fell to a 10-month low on Monday. Prime Minister Gordon Brown is required to call a national election by June and..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-01 16:11
Taggar: currency, pound

British Pound: 5 Reasons Why the Pound is Being Pounded


"With mixed to slightly better than expected U.K. economic data, traders may be scratching their heads about why the British pound has collapsed more than 300 pips this morning. Here are a couple of re..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-01 11:27
Taggar: bank, bear, currency, currency pair, forex, forex trade, pound, profit, rate, report, trading

U.K. Pound Plunges in Forex Trading


"Sterling sinks through 1.5000 in currency tradingThe U.K. pound has plunged against the U.S. dollar in forex trading on the currency market. The sterling has sunk through the 1.5000 level in currency..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-03-01 09:16
Taggar: currency, currency trading, dollar, forex, forex trading, market, pound, trading

RBA May Be Forced to Keep Rates Steady


"Forex trading forecast for the AussieThe Australian economy has been performing quite well throughout the global recession, and appears to be growing quite quickly. However, the forex trading forecast..."

Senators urge U.S. to combat China currency policy


"A bipartisan group of 15 U.S. senators on Thursday insisted China’s currency practices are effectively a subsidy and urged Commerce Secretary Gary Locke to consider action against Chinese import..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-26 15:14
Taggar: currency, manufacture, market

Loads of Data on Final Trading Day of February


"The dollar lost 0.4% against the kiwi, 0.3% relative to the euro and Swissy, 0.2% versus the Canadian dollar and 0.1% against the Australian dollar.  The U.S. currency is up 0.2% against sterling..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-26 14:35
Taggar: currency, dollar, kiwi, swissy

EURO-Greek woes disguised by month end-extensions


"It?s Friday, the market is jaded. With most of the US East Cost buried under the white stuff, fear mongering from rating agencies, national strikes, dovish Fed rhetoric, and possible coup attempts, it..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-26 13:10
Taggar: currency, fx trade, market, trading

Dollar down on US jobless claims


"Heraldsun.com.au - Kathy LienDollar down on US jobless claims Initial claims for unemployment benefits in the US rose by 22,000 to a seasonally adjusted 496,000 in the week ended February 20, the US..."

Sterling Continues to Fall in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with the U.K. poundThe sterling continues to fall in forex trading. Even as the U.S. dollar weakens against the euro and the Japanese yen in currency trading, the U.K. pound continues..."

Divergence Trade in Forex Trading


"Using economic divergence as part of a currency trading strategyOne of the ways you can enhance your currency trading strategy is to consider incorporating economic divergence. This is the idea that y..."

Euro Rises Slightly Versus Greenback After Record Low


"The dollar allowed the euro to retreat slightly after the Eurozone currency reached the lowest level in 2010 versus the greenback, as unemployment figures and&#..."

Euro Falls in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with the euroThe euro is falling in forex trading as Europe frets about the situation in Greece. Moody's warned that Greece faces another downgrade to its sovereign debt rating if aus..."

Risk Aversion Sends Carry Trade Unwinding


"Currency trading on the FX marketThe carry trade is unwinding quite quickly today, with risk aversion sending investors hurrying toward safe havens. A great deal of concerning news is weighing on the..."

British Economy May Require More Quantitative Easing


"Sterling continues to tank against the dollar in forex tradingThe British economy may require more quantitative easing, according to some policymakers. While it is far from a foregone conclusion, the..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-25 09:19
Taggar: bank, currency, dollar, economy, forex, forex trading, inflation, market, report, trading

Euro: An Imbalanced Marriage


"To join Europe’s common currency, nations are required to meet five economic stress tests to ensure suitability.  The standards are rigorous but count only for a brief moment in time. ..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-24 23:15
Taggar: currency, rate

A Greek Soap-Opera to derail the EURO


"?Fear? loves the dollar. Conspiracy theories are rampant in Europe. It?s like watching a soap opera, a bad one, where you know what the next line is going to be. One plot has Greece blackmailing neigh..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-24 13:33
Taggar: bank, currency, dollar

Euro Heads Higher in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with the euroThe euro is heading higher in forex trading on the currency market today, due mostly to U.S. dollar weakness. With the Greeks on strike against austerity measures suggest..."

Bernanke Insists that the Economy is Not Ready to Sustain Itself


"U.S. dollar falls in forex tradingYesterday, the U.S. dollar was seeing a bit of a rally. At that point, it was all about risk aversion. Today, the story is a bit different. Right now, it's all about..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-24 11:47
Taggar: bull, currency, dollar, economy, forex, forex trading, inflation, market, point, rate, trading

My Favorite Forex Trade: GBP/AUD


"My favorite long term forex trade is short GBP/AUD. From both a technical and fundamental basis, the currency should be headed lower. Based upon the recent trend of economic data including the highe..."

Dollar Up Despite U.S. Mixed Data


"The U.S. currency continued to climb versus the euro despite mixed data being published today in North America, with some considerably bad figures as consumer confidence slump..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-23 18:25
Taggar: consumer confidence, currency, report

The Reality about Leverage


"Leverage is the amount of currency one can control relative to the amount of capital one has.The Reality about Leverage  Leverage has become a scapegoat for poor risk management in trading. I fee..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-23 09:50
Taggar: currency, dollar, forex, forex trading, leverage, trading

Yen Moves Higher in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with the Japanese yenThe yen is moving higher in forex trading on the currency market today, gaining against all major currencies. Indeed, even though the U.S. dollar is making solid..."

U.S. Dollar Heads Higher in Currency Trading


"Forex trading on the currency marketThe U.S. dollar is heading higher in currency trading on the FX market today. Risk appetite is fading right now as global equities retreat, and economic data from a..."

Euro?s future in question even if Greece rescued: Soros


"A makeshift assistance should be enough to rescue Greece but bigger problems facing Europe would leave the future of the euro currency in question, billionaire investor George Soros said. Soros said w..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-22 14:45
Taggar: currency, market

Dollar 'not threatened' by euro forex trading rally


"Kathy Lien quoted by corporate fx.The dollar is not under threat from a rallying euro because "fundamentally, the Eurozone is in worse shape than the US," one foreign exchange hedging strate..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-22 14:32
Taggar: currency, dollar, foreign exchange, hedging, rate

U.K. Pound Likely to Lose Ground Going Forward


"Currency trading with the sterlingThe U.K. pound is likely to lose ground going forward in forex trading. Even though the sterling is getting a boost today in currency trading on the FX market, the ga..."

U.S. Dollar Takes Breather in Forex Trading


"Currency trading on the FX marketThe U.S. dollar appears to be taking a breather in forex trading on the currency market today. The greenback is mixed in currency trading as the euro and the sterling..."

U.S. Dollar Forex Trading Forecast: Euro Rally Not a Threat?


"Currency trading with the greenbackThe euro is posting gains again in forex trading today. Last week, the euro saw a bit of a rally as it corrected the fact that it has been oversold. However, even th..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-22 09:21
Taggar: currency, currency trading, dollar, forex, forex trading, report, trading

Euro Gets Back Its Own in Forex Trading


"U.S. dollar pulls back against the greenback in currecncy tradingEuro is getting back its own in forex trading today, after dropping on the news that the Fed had decided to hike the discount rate. Thi..."

U.S. Dollar Gets Boost in Forex Trading from Fed Discount Rate Hike


"Currency trading with the greenbackThe U.S. dollar got quite the boost in overnight forex trading after the Federal Reserve announced that it is hiking the discount rate by 25 basis points. By now, th..."

AN ADMINISTRATIVE ANNOUNCEMENT


"Currency Thoughts has attracted a wide variety of regular readers as well as casual visitors. In order to provide more focused service, we are now requiring registration for New Overnight Developments..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-19 04:15
Taggar: currency, fx trading, trading

Sterling Continues Downtrend in Currency Trading


"U.K. pound in forex tradingThe sterling appears to be continuing downtrend in currency trading on the FX market. The U.K. pound can't seem to get a break in forex trading, as traders seem focused on c..."

Is 1.3500 Inevitable for the Euro?


"Euro forex trading forecastRight now, the euro is seeing some success in forex trading on the currency market, gaining against the U.S. dollar as jobless claims disappoint. However, there is speculati..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-18 11:16
Taggar: currencies, currency, dollar, forex, forex trading, market, point, rate, trading

U.S. Dollar Rebounds in Forex Trading


"Greenback gets boost in currency trading from economic dataThe U.S. dollar is rebounding today in forex trading on the currency market, thanks to some positive economic data. Housing starts are higher..."

Britain Struggles with Employment


"Sterling falls in forex tradingToday, employment data was released in Britain, showing continued deterioration in the situation. The sterling is falling in forex trading as a result, and concerns cont..."

Dollar Declines on Improved Market Data


"The dollar erased yesterday’s advanced versus the euro as better than expected corporate earnings brought risk appetite back to trading markets as speculations suggested..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-16 16:10
Taggar: currency, dollar, economy, market, rate, trading

Forex Trading Forecast: Aussie Interest Rates


"Reserve Bank of Australia likely to raise rates soonThe risk trade is seeing a little bit of success today in currency trading, but risk appetite is not exactly the only thing going for the Aussie rig..."

Sterling Moves Higher in Currency Trading


"Forex trading with the U.K. poundThe sterling is moving higher in currency trading on the FX market today, thanks to a return to risk appetite. Yesterday, some of the risk currencies saw some positive..."

China and Forex Trading Forecast


"Currency trading on the FX marketMany are wondering what China's recent moves to stymie growth may do to currency trading on the FX market. And, indeed, with China poised to become the next economic s..."

Risk Currencies Seeing Some Action in Forex Trading


"Currency trading on the FX marketEven though U.S. markets are closed for the day, there are still things happening in forex trading. Indeed, the FX market is a global market, so there is plenty going..."

Gold, Oil and Currencies...


"and China!How is China’s move affecting the U.S. dollar, gold and commodities? Boris Schlossberg, director of currency research at GFT Forex, Jim Steel, chief commodities analyst at HSBC and Pe..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-15 10:01
Taggar: currency, dollar, forex, gold, share

EUR/USD Ends Week Declining Again


"The EUR/USD currency pair is ending this week posting a decline as economic data published in Europe was again less optimistic than in the U.S., after retail sales a..."

U.S. Dollar Gets Some Support in Forex Trading from Consumer Spending


"Greenback higher in currency tradingThe U.S. dollar is solid today in forex trading on the currency market as a number of factors come into play. First of all, spending in December turns out to have b..."

Could Greece?s Fiscal Problems Really Sink the Euro?


"Currency markets operate in funny ways. Greece’s fiscal problems are hardly a new development. During years of boom and bust alike, it ran unsustainable budget deficits. Why investors have decid..."

Blog: Forex Blog: Currency Trading
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-12 11:22
Taggar: currency, market, rate

EU Demands Greek Budget Cuts, Pledges to Uphold Euro Stability


"Euro-region leaders ordered Greece to get the bloc?s highest budget deficit under control and said they are prepared to take ?determined? action to staunch the worst crisis in the currency?s 11-year h..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-11 15:22
Taggar: currency

Australian Dollar Gets Boost in Forex Trading from Risk Trade


"Currency trading with the AussieThe Australian dollar is getting a boost in forex trading as the risk trade is on -- for some currencies. In currency trading, the Aussie is getting a little help from..."

Ben Bernanke Helps U.S. Dollar in Currency Trading


"Forex trading with the greenbackYesterday, Ben Bernanke provided a boost for the U.S. dollar in currency trading on the FX market by indicating that monetary policy could tighten rather sooner than ex..."

GFT Currency Trading Challenge


"My bosses here at GFT want me to talk about our Currency Trading Challenge Here are all the details - the prize is VERY lucrative. Up to USD$100,000! GFT Currency Trading Challenge "

Euro Down in Forex Trading Today


"Caution remains the story in currency tradingEven though equities have been doing well in Europe today, the euro has not been following suit in forex trading. Instead, the euro is lower, weakening aga..."

Greece and Dubai Debt Still in the News


"U.S. dollar gains against sterling and euro in forex tradingThe debt issues plaguing both Greece and Dubai continue to affect currency trading on the FX market. Even though equities in Europe and Asia..."

EUR/JPY - Steep Bearish Trend


"Price action on EUR/JPY, a daily chart of which is shown, has reached down and made a tentative bounce off key support in the general 122.00 price region. This occurs after the currency pair broke a l..."

Blog: FX Path
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-09 18:18
Taggar: currency, currency pair

Use Equities to Find Trends for EUR/USD in Forex Trading


"Currency trading toolsOne of the things you can do to help find trends for EUR/USD in forex trading is to look at equities. The way that equities perform often correlates to how well the euro does in..."

U.S. Dollar Moves Lower in Forex Trading


"Currency trading with the greenbackThe U.S. dollar is moving lower in forex trading on the currency market today, falling as events in Europe spark risk appetite. Greek rescue hopes are likely to foll..."

GBP/USD - Potential Bearish Breakdown of Consolidation


"Price action on GBP/USD, a daily chart of which is shown, has finally begun to show a bearish emergence from the sideways consolidation that has characterized this currency pair on a long-term basis f..."

Blog: FX Path
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-08 18:58
Taggar: bear, currency, currency pair

Do You Read Forex News?


"The currency market is affected by many news, which at a first glance not always seem to be related to Forex. Meanwhile there are many types of financial, political..."

Euro Rebounding in Forex Trading Today


"EUR/USD moves higher in currency tradingThe euro is rebounding in forex trading on the currency market today. The 16-nation currency is showing some strength after a couple weeks of taking a beating..."

Forex Trading Forecast: U.S. Dollar


"Lack of major economic data means quiet week for dollar in currency tradingThe forex trading forecast for the U.S. dollar looks to be a bit staid for the coming week. With very little economic data se..."

February 2010 issue of Currency Trader magazine is here


"Just a brief news update to let you know that the February 2010 issue of Currency Trader Magazine is out. The magazine can be obtained for free but you gotta register with your e-mail address to down..."

Blog: Alan's Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-06 19:19
Taggar: currency, currency trade, forex, trading

U.S. Dollar Gains in Forex Trading on Safe Haven Status


"Currency market in risk aversion modeThe currency market is in risk aversion mode, sending the U.S. dollar higher in forex trading this morning. The greenback is up against the sterling and the euro i..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-05 08:55
Taggar: currency, dollar, economy, forex, forex trading, market, trading

Dollar Hits New 2010 Record High


"The U.S. currency climbed again versus the euro even if reports published today in North America weren’t surprisingly optimistic, as the Eurozone economic struggle is th..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-04 17:38
Taggar: currency, currency pair, report

Risk Aversion Picks Up on Currency Market


"U.S. dollar gains against sterling, euro in forex tradingThe U.S. dollar is gaining against the sterling and the euro in forex trading today. High beta currencies are losing out as risk aversion rises..."

Euro Has a Long Struggle Ahead in Forex Trading


"EUR/USD lower in currency tradingThe euro forex trading forecast shows the likelihood of a long struggle. EUR/USD is reaching multi-month lows as risk aversion sets in, and as economic realities in th..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-04 09:10
Taggar: currency, currency trading, dollar, forex, forex trading, rate, spread, trading

EUR/USD Retreats on Positive U.S. Data


"After rising since the beginning of this week, the EUR/USD currency pair dropped today as risk aversion returned to markets, making investors to opt for the saf..."

Sterling Pulls Back in Currency Trading


"U.K. pound pares gains in forex tradingThe sterling is pulling back in currency trading after reversing higher. After struggling for awhile to maintain its gains, targeting the 1.6075 level, the sterl..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-03 09:06
Taggar: currency, currency trading, forex, forex trading, market, pound, trading

Greece Gets Ready to Make Serious Reforms


"Euro lower in forex trading against the U.S. dollarGreece has announced a reform package that includes higher taxes in order to try and get the country back on the right track fiscally. Euro zone lead..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-03 09:01
Taggar: currency, dollar, forex, forex trade, forex trading, market, rate, report, trading

Latvian Forex Broker with MT4 and Currenex


"Renesource Capital is a new on-line Forex broker based in Latvia. Its description has been added to EarnForex.com today. This broker offers two platforms to the Forex traders&..."

Interbank FX (IBFX) announces a series of webinars for Forex traders


"Interbank FX is now offering a series of webinars for foreign exchange traders. Professional off exchange retail foreign currency (Forex) trader Raghee Horner will hold a series of webinars each week..."

Blog: Forex Magnates
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-02 16:52
Taggar: bank, currency, foreign currency, foreign exchange, forex, metatrader, trading

The Obama dollar hanging tough


"Liquidation with a purpose has certainly given long AUD positions a headache. The surprise non-move by the RBA last night has side swiped nearly all analysts. Governor Stevens wants to experience the..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-02 13:06
Taggar: currency, economy, rate

Is It Time to Buy the Euro?


"Is the euro ready to turnaround in forex trading?Today, the euro is showing some fight, struggling its way toward 1.4000 in forex trading. That level still remains a ceiling, but the euro is doggedly..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-02 09:04
Taggar: currency, dollar, forex, forex market, forex trade, forex trading, market, trading

CFTC's Proposed Leverage Changes For Forex


"As the deadline for public comments nears, traders everywhere must pay close attentionThe recently proposed margin changes by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) could increase the mi..."

Australian Central Bank Keeps Interest Rate Steady


"Aussie plummets in forex tradingThe Aussie is plummeting in forex trading on the currency market today, thanks to the decision made by the Reserve Bank of Australia today. Many analysts and forex trad..."

For now dollar agenda remains the same


"By default, the dollar?s rise is not fundamental in nature. The currency?s strength is been driven by the relative ?weakness? of the EUR. Investors are losing faith in the European plan and with risk..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-01 13:40
Taggar: bank, currency, dollar

U.S. Dollar Continues to Look Strong


"Forex trading forecast for the greenbackThe forex trading forecast for the greenback continues to look strong. Indeed, the U.S. dollar has been performing rather well against other major currencies in..."

Blog: Global Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-02-01 11:33
Taggar: bull, currencies, currency, dollar, forex, forex trading, report, trading

Sterling Drops in Currency Trading


"U.S. dollar pummels U.K. pound in forex tradingFiscal concerns are causing trouble for the sterling in currency trading on the FX market today. Even though data is improving in Britain, fiscal concern..."

New ?Partition? in Forex Markets


"In October, I wrote about a “separation” that had taken place in currency markets between the “sick” currencies and the “healthy” currencies. At the time, I argued..."

Blog: Forex Blog: Currency Trading
Tidsstämpel: 2010-01-30 06:03
Taggar: currencies, currency, dollar, market, pound

Dollar in Favor, Euro Not


"Market confidence continues to build that 2010 is going to be a good year for the dollar.  The U.S. currency clawed through several big figures this past week such as 1.40 per euro, 90 on the yen..."

Blog: Currency Thoughts
Tidsstämpel: 2010-01-29 20:09
Taggar: currency, dollar, kiwi, market, pound

Greece?s Debt Weighs Down Euro


"The euro fell to its lowest point in six months against the dollar today as investors continue to shun the currency amidst growing concerns with the status of Greece’s overwhelming debt. Despite..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-01-29 16:49
Taggar: currency, dollar, finance, point

Eurozone Unemployment Reaches 10%


"Unemployment in the Eurozone rose to 10 percent in December, the highest rate since the region was first established in 1999 when the single Euro currency was introduced. The total number of unemploye..."

Blog: OANDA Forex Blog
Tidsstämpel: 2010-01-29 16:34
Taggar: currency, employment, rate

South African Rand Loses its Luster


"In 2009, the South African Rand was the world’s second best performing currency, after only the Brazilian Real. Since September, however, it has stagnated, and over the next year, it is projecte..."

Blog: Forex Blog: Currency Trading
Tidsstämpel: 2010-01-28 17:48
Taggar: currency

EUR/USD Remains Bearish Despite U.S. Weak Data


"The EUR/USD continued its losing streak today despite worse-than-expected data published in the United States. The dollar declined versus most of the main traded currenci..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-01-28 15:51
Taggar: currencies, currency, dollar, rate

Why USD/JPY Could Continue to Fall


"Last Friday, the CFTC released their weekly report of futures positioning. According to the data, which was as of last Tuesday, short positions in the Japanese Yen hit the highest levels since August..."

Blog: Kathy Lien - Forex Blog - Currency Research
Tidsstämpel: 2010-01-27 20:29
Taggar: currency, report, short position

Dollar Heads Up Despite Fundamentals


"EUR/USD declined today after a 2-day consolidation on Forex as the traders sold the pair on expectations of the important macroeconomic reports which were to..."

Blog: Forex Blog, Forex Trading Information
Tidsstämpel: 2010-01-26 17:17
Taggar: bull, currency, currency pair, forex, report, trading

SNB: Intervention Back on the Table


"Pull up a 1-year chart of the Euro against the Swiss Franc, and you’ll quickly notice a salient trend: the exchange rate has hovered slightly above ?1.50 since last March, with three notable dev..."

Blog: Forex Blog: Currency Trading
Tidsstämpel: 2010-01-26 13:47
Taggar: bank, currency, market, rate

Dollar Carry Trade: Not Dead Yet


"After the impressive rally in the US Dollar at the end of 2009, many market observers predicted that the end was near for the Dollar carry trade. That’s because volatility is the sworn enemy of..."

Blog: Forex Blog: Currency Trading
Tidsstämpel: 2010-01-20 07:08
Taggar: currency, dollar, market

Chinese RMB Set to Appreciate in 2010


"The Chinese Yuan (RMB) spent all of 2009 pegged to the Dollar at 6.83. Since the Dollar depreciated against almost every other currency during that time period, the Yuan has fallen against these curre..."

Blog: Forex Blog: Currency Trading
Tidsstämpel: 2010-01-09 06:58
Taggar: currencies, currency, dollar

Swiss Franc Carry Trade Strategy


"The September issue of Currency Trader Magazine was released today. Some of the highlights include: A look at an advanced carry trade strategy involving the Swiss Franc. The CFTC gains jurisdiction..."

Blog: Forex Project
Tidsstämpel: 2008-09-05 18:58
Taggar: currency, currency trade, dollar, forex, forex market, market, rate

How Do I Begin Trading Forex?


"I’ll assume that you have some knowledge about Forex either from a book or website.  I’m not going to give definitions of a pip or explain what a base currency is.  There are ple..."

Blog: Forex Project
Tidsstämpel: 2008-08-24 21:19
Taggar: base currency, currency, forex

Polish Currency


"If you are considering, long term investment, like one or two months than Polish currency might be interesting for you. For the last year it got stronger and stronger. Just checkout the charts below..."

12 Major currency pairs


"Well to be honest there is no such thing as 12 major currency pairs, there are actually about 7 (depends on how you count) major currencies, and well ... many major currency pairs.So what's with your..."

Economic Calendar


"Earlier, actually in the last post i wrote about importance of knowing what economic data that affect Forex market will be relased and when. This information alone can save you a lot of pain, because..."

Forex reserves swell $3.2 bilion


"Another interesting article about forex reserves."Foreign exchange reserves rose by $3.16 billion in the week ending January 18, 2008 taking the total reserves to a record $284.98 billion. Money marke..."

Blog: Forex Jornual
Tidsstämpel: 2008-01-28 08:44
Taggar: bank, currency, foreign currency, foreign exchange, forex, market, point, report, share, shares

Amero Revolution?


"Recently i was watching movie Zeitgeist. Pretty cool movie if you haven't seen it i advice you to do it. It consists of three parts first is about Christianity and Jesus, second amd third are about Am..."