DXY & Forex

According to Jin10, France's economy expanded 0.2% in the second quarter, the country's statistics agency announced Thursday. The expansion, compared to a contraction of 0.1% in the prior quarter, matches analyst expectations and marks a return to growth. The eurozone's second-largest economy

According to Tradeweb data, U.S. Treasury yields rose 5–10 basis points across maturities today (July 30), with 30-year yields hitting 5.237%, the highest level in 19 years.

According to Peter Kinsella, FX strategist at UBS, the Bank of England's policy decision on Thursday (July 30) is unlikely to significantly impact sterling. The central bank is expected to maintain interest rates at 3.75% with a 7-2 vote split. Economic forecasts are projected to show weak growth an

The US Federal Reserve held its federal funds rate target range at 3.5% to 3.75% in a decision announced at 2 a.m. Hong Kong time on Thursday, marking the fifth consecutive meeting without a rate change and meeting market expectations. The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) voted 9-3 to maintain r

According to Berenberg analyst Andrew Wishart, the Bank of England is likely to maintain its key interest rate at 3.75% on Thursday, July 30. The analyst expects the central bank to resume rate cuts in December and potentially lower the policy rate to 3.0% by mid-2027, despite possible warnings

According to Jin10, internal disagreement within the Federal Reserve triggered a weaker dollar, which lifted base metals including copper and aluminum as of late July. The divergence in Fed policy expectations disrupted market sentiment and supported demand for commodities. Geopolitical tensions in

USD-KRW exchange rate dropped over 10 won in morning trading on May 30, hitting its lowest level since February at 1,435.90 won at 9:16 AM before reversing course to trade at 1,446.40 won by 11:17 AM, down 0.30 won from the prior session close. The sharp decline was attributed to suspected dollar se

According to Yonhapinfomax, on July 30, the dollar-won exchange rate initially plunged over 10 won in morning trading, hitting 1,435.90 won (the lowest level since February) as SK Hynix reportedly sold dollars. As of 11:17 AM local time, the rate recovered to 1,446.40 won, down 0.30 won from the

According to Ajitabh Bharti, executive director at Capital XB, on July 30, the Federal Reserve's lack of decisive rate action suggests political considerations may be playing a role, with stability potentially prioritized over inflation control ahead of the U.S. midterm elections. This dynamic

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh faced credibility questions on July 29 (local time) after the July Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, with CNBC reporting that markets doubted his ability to achieve the Fed's 2% inflation target. The assessment followed criticism that Warsh provided

According to Capital XB executive director Ajitabh Bharti, as reported by Jin10 on July 30, the Federal Reserve's lack of decisive rate action may signal political considerations ahead of U.S. midterm elections. Bharti stated that the Fed may prioritize stability over inflation control in the near t

According to Capital XB executive Ajitabh Bharti, on July 30, the Federal Reserve's lack of decisive rate action signals potential political considerations ahead of U.S. midterm elections. The central bank is prioritizing stability over inflation control in the near term, a dynamic that could

According to CNBC, market participants on July 29 questioned Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Wash's credibility on achieving the Fed's 2% inflation target following the July FOMC meeting where rates were held steady. Long-term Treasury

Korean government bond yields rose on July 30, tracking overnight steepening in the US Treasury curve following the Federal Open Market Committee decision. The 10-year government bond yield climbed 4.3 basis points to 4.298%, while the 3-year yield increased 1.0 basis point to 3.813% and the 30-year

According to Seoul bond market data, South Korean government bond yields rose on July 30, with the 3-year yield up 1.0 basis point to 3.813% and the 10-year yield up 4.3 basis points to 4.298%. The 30-year yield rose 1.7 basis points to 4.532%. The moves reflected overnight U.S. Treasury curve

JPMorgan recently adjusted its interest rate forecast on July 30, revising expectations for a 25 basis point Federal Reserve rate increase in December 2026. The bank previously predicted the Fed would keep rates unchanged

According to JPMorgan Chase, the firm expects the Federal Reserve to raise rates by 25 basis points in December 2026, reversing its previous forecast of unchanged rates for this year.

Sangsangin Securities forecasts the USD-KRW exchange rate will maintain elevated levels over the next 5 years if domestic investors continue overseas asset investment, according to a report published on the 30th by analyst Choi Ye-chan. The brokerage projects two scenarios: a Taiwan-style path

Four major South Korean research firms — Embrain Public, KStat Research, Korea Research, and Hankook Research — released National Index Survey (NBS) results on the 30th showing 42% of respondents support interest rate cuts to stimulate the domestic economy. The poll surveyed 1,000 adults aged 18 and

According to a survey by Embrain Public, K-Stat Research, Korea Research, and Korean Research released on July 30, 42% of South Koreans believe the central bank should cut interest rates to stimulate domestic demand. Another 29% favor maintaining current rates, while 20% support increases to