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New Zealand dollar climbs as manufacturing improves
The New Zealand dollar is in positive territory on Friday.  NZD/USD is trading at 0.5722 in the European session, up 0.46% on the day. NZ Manufacturing PMI rises to near-three year high New Zealand's manufacturing sector improved in February, as Manufacturing PMI rose to 53.9, up from 52.5 in January.  This was the highest level since August 2022.  All sub-index values recorded increases, including production, new orders and employment.  The Manufacturing PMI has now recorded expansi
Mar 14 by Kenneth Fisher
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GBP/USD shrugs as UK GDP unexpectedly declines
The British pound has edged lower against the US dollar on Friday.  GBP/USD is trading at 1.2928 in the European session, down 0.13% on the day. UK economy declines 0.1% in January The UK economy barely registered any growth in the second half of 2024, rising 0.1% in the third quarter and flatlining in the third quarter.  The New Year hasn't seen any improvement, as GDP contracted 0.1% m/m in January, after a 0.4% gain in December and missing the market estimate of 0.1%.
Mar 14 by Kenneth Fisher
Canadian dollar rises as BoC trims rates
The Canadian dollar is steady on Thursday.  In the European session, USD/CAD is trading at 1.4379, up 0.06% on the day. Bank of Canada lowers rates to 2.75% There was no surprise from the Bank of Canada, which lowered rates by a quarter-point, bringing the cash rate to 2.75% and giving a boost to the Canadian dollar.  The BoC has lowered rates at seven consecutive meetings and has chopped 225 basis points since last June. Behind the modest quarter-point cut, there is growing alarm at the Bank o
Mar 13 by Kenneth Fisher
US CPI softens, Oil prices rise, BoC lowers rates
Join OANDA Market Analyst Kenny Fisher & podcast guest Nick Syiek (TraderNick) as they review the latest market news and moves. MarketPulse provides up-to-the-minute analysis on forex, commodities and indices from around the world. https://open.spotify.com/episode/4I0v08ryEcuZ4SbNNSByQR?si=227846461d374d98
Mar 13 by Kenneth Fisher

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Bitcoin's (BTC/USD) Wild Ride - Open Interest, ETF Flows Amid Trump's Crypto Remarks
Bitcoin's (BTC/USD) price experienced significant volatility, dropping to $78k before rising to $95,000 due to Trump's cryptocurrency reserve comments, then settling around $86k. Open interest for Bitcoin is at a six-month low, which historically has preceded price jumps. Spot Bitcoin ETF flows saw a $94.3 million investment on the last day of February, ending a period of significant withdrawals. Can it continue? Technical analysis indicates a potential downtrend for BTC/USD.
Mar 03 by Zain Vawda
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Top commodities news and analysis

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US CPI softens, Oil prices rise, BoC lowers rates
Join OANDA Market Analyst Kenny Fisher & podcast guest Nick Syiek (TraderNick) as they review the latest market news and moves. MarketPulse provides up-to-the-minute analysis on forex, commodities and indices from around the world. https://open.spotify.com/episode/4I0v08ryEcuZ4SbNNSByQR?si=227846461d374d98
Mar 13 by Kenneth Fisher
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Brent Crude Update - Oil Prices Rally as EIA Reduces Oil Surplus Estimates
Brent crude prices are rising due to lower-than-expected U.S. oil and fuel supplies and revised EIA forecasts for smaller oil surpluses in 2025 and 2026. Libya has restarted oil production at the Mabruk field, aiming to increase output significantly, while Kuwait also plans to boost its production. OPEC expects strong global oil demand growth in 2025, despite potential trade policy impacts. Most Read: Dow Jones (DJIA), S&P 500 Under Pressure as Record Cash Levels Suggest More Downside Ahead Bre
Mar 12 by Zain Vawda
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