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#EUR/USD
The euro has weakened against the US dollar during Asian trade. The trend of strengthening the US currency continued throughout the Asian trade, however, as inflation is approaching the release of inflation data (CPI, the consumer price index in the United States will be released today at 13:30), the US currency began to sluggish. Also, ZEW economic sentiment will be announced at 11:00 today, and a meeting of EU finance ministers will be held throughout the day, which together can cause increased price fluctuations at the exchange rate of this currency pair. During the Asian trade, the euro weakened against the US dollar by 0.15%.

#GBP/USD
The British pound weakened during Asian trading. Today at 12:30, UK Finance Minister Philip Hammond will present a budget, while at 13:30 in the US, CPI data will be published, which together can now cause increased price fluctuations on the exchange rate of this currency pair. During Asian trading, the British futurist weakened against the US dollar by 0.12%.

#USD/JPY
The US dollar strengthened against the Japanese yen during Asian trade. After unofficial information that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un intends to sign a permanent peace agreement with the US, the sentiment of financial market risks has further weakened, which strengthened the US currency. Also, this year’s disappointing index of industrial activity index in Japan has further weakened the yen. Today at 13:30 in the United States, consumer price index (CPI) data will be published, which together can cause increased price fluctuations in the exchange rate of this currency pair. During the Asian trade, the US dollar strengthened against the Japanese yen by 0.40%.

#GOLD
The price of gold weakened during Asian trade. Strengthening the US currency after positive labor market data in the United States, with a reduction in the sentiment of financial market risks following unofficial information that a forthcoming US-North Korea meeting could result in the signing of a permanent peace agreement and the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries, has weakened gold. Today at 13:30 in the United States, consumer price index (CPI) data will be published, which can all today cause increased price fluctuations in the exchange rate of this currency pair. During Asian trading, the price of gold declined by 0.33%.

#OIL
During Asian trade, the price of crude oil has weakened. The more intensive production of this fuel in the United States led to the fact that the USA overtook Saudi Arabia (the leading crude oil producer within the OPEC cartel) in terms of crude oil production. Currently, US production is more than 10 million barrels per day, which affects the price of this fuel. At 21:30 tonight, the US Petroleum Institute will publish a report on the stock of this fuel, which can be attributed to the cost of crude oil. During Asian trade, the price of crude oil declined by 0.20%.

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#EUR/USD
During the Asian trade, the euro generally remained at a lower level than yesterday. This morning the figures on the inflation rate of wholesale prices in Germany were much lower than expected. At around 8:35 am, the euro is exchanging for $ 1.2318, which at the beginning of the European session shows a slight strengthening of the euro by 0.11%. At 11:00 am, a set of data on inflation in the euro zone will be published for February. At 1:30 pm, a set of data from the US real estate market (building permits) will be published, and at 2:15 pm on industrial production. At 3:00 pm, the number of newly-appointed jobs in the United States and a set of (preliminary) indicators of the Michigan University sentiment is expected for March.

#GBP/USD
During Asian trading, the British pound has kept growth since yesterday afternoon. At 08:35 hours, this currency pair is at $ 1,3952 per pound, which means the pound’s gain of 0.11%. There are no major economic news from the UK today. At 1:30 pm, a set of data from the US real estate market (building permits) will be published, and at 2:15 pm on industrial production. At 3:00 pm, the number of newly-appointed jobs in the United States and a set of (preliminary) indicators of the Michigan University sentiment is expected for March.

#USD/JPY
During Asian trading, Japanese yen strengthened strongly against the dollar as the sentiment of political risk from the United States prevails, although this morning data on industrial production in Japan were worse than expected. At around 8:35 am, this currency pair is traded at the level of 105.75 yen per dollar that at the beginning of the European session the dollar makes the weaker against the yen by 0.55%. At 1:30 pm, a set of data from the US real estate market (building permits) will be published, and at 2:15 pm on industrial production. At 3:00 pm, the number of newly-appointed jobs in the United States and a set of (preliminary) indicators of the Michigan University sentiment is expected for March.

#GOLD
The price of gold has been falling since late yesterday afternoon and is recovering slightly overnight. Yesterday, the new economic adviser to the US president said he should count on the dollar as a strong currency and “sell gold”. At around 8:35 am, the price of gold is about $ 1317 for a fine ounce. In the afternoon, a set of macroeconomic data and indicators will be published, which can expel the price of yellow metal from the balance.

#OIL
The price of crude oil recorded a slight increase. The increase in demand for gasoline in the United States supports the price of oil to move away from the psychological limit of $ 60. At around 08:30, crude oil is traded for about $ 61.27 per barrel, which has grown from 0.13% since this morning. At 6:00 pm, the latest number on active oil wells in the United States, released by Baker Hughes, is expected.

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#EUR/USD
During the Asian trade, the euro strengthened against the dollar. The dollar has weakened since it was announced that three interest rate increases could be expected this year, rather than four as many market participants assumed. At around 08:30, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.2379, which at the beginning of the European session shows the strengthening of the euro by 0.33%. At 09:30, a preliminary indicator of economic activity in the manufacturing industry in Germany will be published in March and half an hour later for the euro zone.

#GBP/USD
During the Asian trade, the British pound strengthened strongly against the dollar. The dollar has weakened since it was announced that three interest rate increases could be expected this year, rather than four as many market participants assumed. At around 08:30, this currency pair is at $ 1,4173 per pound, which means a pound increase of 0,23%. At 10:30, retail data will be published in the UK. However, at 13:00 the main event today is held - the decision on the interest rate and the address of the Bank of England Governor Mark Carnier. Market participants want to hear whether an increase in the reference rate of this institution can be expected in May.

#USD/JPY
During the Asian trade, the Japanese yen strengthened against the dollar. The dollar has weakened since it was announced that three interest rate increases could be expected this year, rather than four as many market participants assumed. At around 08:30, this currency pair is traded at the level of 105.78 yen per dollar, which at the beginning of the European session, the dollar seems weaker than the yen by 0.25%. Early in the afternoon, a regular weekly set of data from the US labor market is expected.

#GOLD
The price of gold is on the rise as the dollar has weakened strongly. At around 8:35 am, the price of gold is around $ 1332 for a fine ounce. The dollar has weakened since it was announced that three interest rate increases could be expected this year, rather than four as many market participants assumed. Early in the afternoon, a regular weekly set of data from the US labor market is expected.

#OIL
The price of crude oil is on the rise because apart from tensions in the Middle East, yesterday data from the US confirmed the predictions of the US Petroleum Institute, the day before. Namely, yesterday, a great disparity between the expectations and the values shown in terms of the stock of crude oil in the United States was achieved. At 08:35 hours, crude oil is traded about $ 65.22 per barrel, which has grown from 0.08% since this morning.

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#EUR/USD
During the Asian trade, the euro strengthened against the dollar. The dollar has weakened since it was announced that three interest rate increases could be expected this year, rather than four as many market participants assumed. At around 08:30, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.2379, which at the beginning of the European session shows the strengthening of the euro by 0.33%. At 09:30, a preliminary indicator of economic activity in the manufacturing industry in Germany will be published in March and half an hour later for the euro zone.

#GBP/USD
During the Asian trade, the British pound strengthened strongly against the dollar. The dollar has weakened since it was announced that three interest rate increases could be expected this year, rather than four as many market participants assumed. At around 08:30, this currency pair is at $ 1,4173 per pound, which means a pound increase of 0,23%. At 10:30, retail data will be published in the UK. However, at 13:00 the main event today is held - the decision on the interest rate and the address of the Bank of England Governor Mark Carnier. Market participants want to hear whether an increase in the reference rate of this institution can be expected in May.

#USD/JPY
During the Asian trade, the Japanese yen strengthened against the dollar. The dollar has weakened since it was announced that three interest rate increases could be expected this year, rather than four as many market participants assumed. At around 08:30, this currency pair is traded at the level of 105.78 yen per dollar, which at the beginning of the European session, the dollar seems weaker than the yen by 0.25%. Early in the afternoon, a regular weekly set of data from the US labor market is expected.

#GOLD
The price of gold is on the rise as the dollar has weakened strongly. At around 8:35 am, the price of gold is around $ 1332 for a fine ounce. The dollar has weakened since it was announced that three interest rate increases could be expected this year, rather than four as many market participants assumed. Early in the afternoon, a regular weekly set of data from the US labor market is expected.

#OIL
The price of crude oil is on the rise because apart from tensions in the Middle East, yesterday data from the US confirmed the predictions of the US Petroleum Institute, the day before. Namely, yesterday, a great disparity between the expectations and the values shown in terms of the stock of crude oil in the United States was achieved. At 08:35 hours, crude oil is traded about $ 65.22 per barrel, which has grown from 0.08% since this morning.

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#EUR/USD
During the Asian trade, the euro strengthened against the dollar. The worries of intensifying trade relations in the world, primarily between China and the US, do not go hand in hand with the US currency. Today there are no major economic news and announcements from the EU and the US, and the main data on GDP growth in the United States is expected on Wednesday. At around 8:20 pm, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.2365, which at the beginning of the European session shows a strengthening of the euro by 0.11%.

#GBP/USD
During the Asian trade, the British pound was positive news Friday that a formal agreement was reached on the orderly departure of the island nation from the EU. The pound strengthened against the dollar. Today, there are no major economic news and announcements from the UK and the US, except that at 10:30 hours the data on approved mortgage loans in the UK is extracted. The main data - on the growth of US and UK GDP in the fourth quarter, are expected on Wednesday and Thursday. At around 08:25 hours, this currency pair is at $ 1,4159 per pound, which means a pound gain of 0.2%.

#USD/JPY
During Asian trading, the dollar touched the 16-month minimum against the Japanese yen. The worries since the intensification of trade relations in the world do not go hand in hand with the US currency. At around 08:25, this currency pair is traded at 104.99 yen per dollar, which makes the dollar stronger at 0.24% in the beginning of the European session.

#GOLD
The price of gold has been falling since strong growth since last week. At around 8:35 am, the price of gold is about $ 1344 for a fine ounce. Data on US GDP growth in the fourth quarter (last reading) is expected on Wednesday.

#OIL
The price of crude has been slightly declining after a strong growth since last week. The number of oil wells has increased for the carriers, as the data from Friday showed. It is expected to start trading with Shanghai futures on crude oil, which market participants from the main stock exchanges are waiting for reserved. About 08:35 hours, crude oil is traded for about 65.59 dollars per barrel, which has been falling from 0.44% this morning.

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#EUR/USD
During the Asian trade, the euro strengthened against the dollar. Today there are no major economic news and announcements from the EU, and at 16:00, an indicator of US consumer confidence is expected. At around 09:10, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.2468, which at the beginning of the European session shows a strengthening of the euro by 0.2%.

#GBP/USD
During the Asian trade, the British pound was positive news Friday that a formal agreement was reached on the orderly departure of the island nation from the EU. The pound strengthened against the dollar. Today, there are no major economic news and announcements from the UK and the US, except that at 10:30 hours the data on approved mortgage loans in the UK is extracted. The main data - on the growth of US and UK GDP in the fourth quarter, are expected on Wednesday and Thursday. At around 8:25 pm, this currency pair is at $ 1,4159 per pound, which means a pound increase of 0,2%. At 16:00, an indicator of US consumer confidence is expected.

#USD/JPY
During the Asian trade, the dollar strengthened against the Japanese yen. The worsening of global trade tensions have plummeted yesterday, weakening demand for safe investments. At around 09:10, this currency pair is traded at the level of 105.63 yen per dollar, which at the beginning of the European session makes the dollar stronger than the yen by 0.21%. At 16:00, an indicator of consumer confidence is expected USA.

#GOLD
Gold prices are in a slight upward trend during Asian trade. Recovery of the dollar is not seen on most of the most important currencies. At around 9:15 am, the price of gold is about $ 1,355 for a fine ounce. The data on US GDP growth in the fourth quarter (last reading) is expected tomorrow.

#OIL
The price of raw material is mild. Yesterday, Iraq supported the idea of Saudi Arabia that the production limitation agreement would be extended in 2019. At around 9:15 am, crude oil is traded about $ 65.64 a barrel, which is growing at 0.14% this morning.

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#EUR/USD
The euro strengthened against the US dollar during Asian trading. Yesterday’s recovery of the US currency was halted during Asian trading, primarily due to the inexplicability of trade relations between the two most developed economies of the world, the US and China. Today at 2:30 pm, the gross domestic product (GDP) data will be published in the United States, which can cause increased price fluctuations in the exchange rate of this currency pair. During the Asian trade, the euro strengthened against the US dollar by 0.02%.

#GBP/USD
The British pound strengthened against the US dollar during Asian trading. The British currency is still positively affected by the past-week achievement of the transitional agreement between the UK and the EU and a growing increase in the interest rate of the Bank of England in May. Today at 2:30 pm, the gross domestic product (GDP) data will be published in the United States, which can cause increased price fluctuations in the exchange rate of this currency pair. During the Asian trade, the British pound strengthened against the US dollar by 0.30%.

#USD/JPY
The US dollar strengthened against the Japanese yen during Asian trade. Yesterday it was confirmed that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited China and at the same time met with Chinese President Xi Jiiping. After this visit, the North Korean leader agreed to the denuclearization of the Korean peninsula. This news has been slightly weakened by the Japanese yen, which is considered a safe investment. Today at 2:30 pm, the gross domestic product (GDP) data will be published in the United States, which can cause increased price fluctuations in the exchange rate of this currency pair. During the Asian trading, the US dollar strengthened against the Japanese yen by 0.17%.

#GOLD
Gold prices weakened slightly during Asian trade. Yesterday it was confirmed that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited China and at the same time met with Chinese President Xi Jiiping. After this visit, the North Korean leader agreed to the denuclearization of the Korean peninsula. This news has slightly weakened the so-called. “Save haven” financial instruments, including gold. Today at 2:30 pm, the gross domestic product (GDP) data will be published in the United States, which can be reflected in the price of gold. During Asian trading, the price of gold declined by 0.05%.

#OIL
During Asian trade, the price of crude oil has weakened. Yesterday, the US Petroleum Institute released a report that showed an increase in the stock of this fuel, which affected the weakening of the price of crude oil. Today at 16:30 a US government report on crude oil stocks will be published, which can be further reflected in this energy product. During Asian trade, the price of crude oil declined by 0.86%.

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#EUR/USD
The US dollar gained on Wednesday against the Euro currency. The consumer confidence report in Germany has shown remarkable progress, but this has fallen to the fore in view of the positive GDP report in the United States. The US dollar remained near the highest levels in the session against other world currencies due to optimistic economic data pointing to the fundamental strength of the US economy. Annually, GDP grew by 2.9% between October and December, the Commerce Department said, after the latest reading showed a higher growth, as compared to the previous reading of 2.5%, and in relation to expectations from 2.7%. According to CIBC, data on economic growth above expectations are the result of an increase in consumer spending from 3.8% to 4.0%, as well as reduced inventory consumption. Sales of pre-owned homes in the United States in February rose for the first time in three months, but a reduced bid could continue to put pressure on the momentum of growth in the coming months.

#GBP/USD
GBP / USD withdrew after the pair recorded the new highest levels earlier in the week. The British pound failed to maintain its position due to the strengthening of the US dollar after a positive GDP report in the US. On an annual basis, GDP grew by 2.9% between October and December, the Commerce Department said, after the last reading showed a higher growth, as compared to the previous reading of 2.5%, and in relation to expectations from 2.7%. According to CIBC, data on economic growth above expectations are the result of an increase in consumer spending from 3.8% to 4.0%, as well as reduced inventory consumption. Sales of pre-owned homes in the United States in February rose for the first time in three months, but a reduced bid could continue to put pressure on the momentum of growth in the coming months.

#USD/JPY
In Asia, the dollar recorded a decline in Thursday morning despite a positive GDP report, because the non-risk Japanese yen was growing as a result of rising geopolitical tensions. Given that Japan is a nation that gives net loans, the yen as a financial instrument is considered a safe haven for investors in the period of uncertainty. On an annual basis, GDP grew by 2.9% between October and December, the Commerce Department said, after the last reading showed a higher growth, as compared to the previous reading of 2.5%, and in relation to expectations from 2.7%. Sales of pre-owned homes in the United States in February rose for the first time in three months, but a reduced bid could continue to put pressure on the momentum of growth in the coming months.

#GOLD
The gold price on Wednesday saw a sharp decline as investors left the precious metal due to the strengthening of the US dollar and strong economic growth in the United States, while easing geopolitical uncertainty reduced demand for instruments considered safe sanctuary. On an annual basis, GDP grew by 2.9% in the fourth quarter, according to the Commerce Department, after the latest reading showed higher growth compared to the previous reading of 2.5%, and against the expectations of 2.7%. The drop in geopolitical uncertainty meanwhile diminished the appetite of gold investors due to reports that North Korea’s leader Kim Jong Un, while negotiating with China’s Secretary General Xi Jinping, promised to devote to denuclearization. US President Donald Trump greeted the news of the progress of negotiations between the two leaders in Beijing.

#OIL
The price of crude oil declined because US production continued to expand, endangering the efforts of OPEC members and their allies to reduce overcapacity. Oil reserves in the United States rose by 1.643 million barrels last week, despite expectations that a decline of 287,000 barrels will be recorded. Inventories of gasoline fell by 3.472 million barrels, which is a higher decline than expected in the amount of 1.954 million barrels, while stocks of distillates - which include diesel and heating oil - fell by 2.090 million barrels, more than expected 1.618 million barrels.

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#EUR/USD
The euro strengthened against the US dollar during Asian trading. The frustration of financial market participants that the two most developed economies of the US and China world, the disagreement over the issue of trade relations to the level of trade war, weakened the US dollar. Today, at 09:55 PM, a PMI will be published in Germany, which can be further reflected in the exchange rate of this currency pair. During the Asian trade, the euro strengthened against the US dollar by 0.03%.

#GBP/USD
The British pound strengthened against the US dollar during Asian trading. The frustration of the financial market participants that the two most developed economies of the US and China disagreements on the issue of mutual trade relations would raise the level of trade war, weakened the US dollar. Today at 10:30 in the United Kingdom a PMI will be published, which can be further reflected in the exchange rate of this currency pair. During the Asian trading period, the British pound strengthened against the US dollar by 0.14%.

#USD/JPY
The US dollar strengthened against the Japanese yen during Asian trading. Yesterday, the US dollar recorded a strong weakening in relation to the Japanese currency, as a response to worries about the US and China trade war and a worse ISM Purchasing Manager (PMI). Today at 3:30 pm in the US, a member of the FOMC Federal Reserve Committee, Kashkari, will hold a speech, which could in the short term be reflected in the exchange rate of this currency pair. During the Asian trading, the US dollar strengthened against the 0.05% yen by Japanese yen.

#GOLD
Gold prices weakened slightly during Asian trade. In spite of the current weakening, tensions on the US-China trade relationship are supporting the growth of safe investments, including gold. Today at 3:30 pm in the US, a member of the FOMC Federal Reserve Committee, Kashkari, will hold a speech, which could in the short term be reflected in gold. During Asian trading, the price of gold declined slightly by 0.27%.

#OIL
During Asian trade, the price of crude oil has strengthened. The price of crude oil was strengthened as a reaction to the decline in the production of this fuel in the United States. On the other hand, Russia has increased its production while Saudi Arabia intends to reduce the price of its crude oil, which could negatively affect this fuel. At 22:30 tonight, the US Petroleum Institute will publish a report on the stock of this fuel, which can be further reflected in the price of crude oil. During Asian trade, the price of crude oil increased by 0.17%.

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#EUR/USD
During the Asian trade, the euro strengthened against the dollar. At 11:00, the preliminary figure on inflation growth in the euro zone is expected in March. At around 08:25 hours, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.2269, which at the beginning of the European session shows a gain of 0.02%. At 2:15 pm, the US Labor Market Report (ADP) will be published as the main update of this week on Friday - the official Non-Farm Payroll. At 16:00 hours, a set of indicators from the USA is expected (ISM’s indicator of the economic activity dynamics in the service sector, as well as the orders of durable consumer goods).

#GBP/USD
During the Asian trade, the British pound strengthened against the dollar. At 10:30, a March indicator of economic activity in the UK construction sector will be published. At 08:25 hours, this currency pair is at $ 1.4070 per pound, which means a pound gain of 0.15%. At 2:15 pm, the US Labor Market Report (ADP) will be published as the main update of this week on Friday - the official Non-Farm Payroll. At 16:00 hours, a set of indicators from the USA is expected (ISM’s indicator of the economic activity dynamics in the service sector, as well as the orders of durable consumer goods).

#USD/JPY
During the Asian trade, the dollar lost a fraction of its profits in relation to the Japanese yen. At around 8:40 am, this currency pair is traded at 106.60 yen per dollar, which makes the dollar weaker against the yen by 0.01% at the beginning of the European session. At 2:15 pm, the US Labor Market Report (ADP) will be published, as an overture for the main data this week on Friday - the official Non-Farm Payroll. At 16:00 hours, a set of indicators from the USA is expected (ISM’s indicator of the economic activity dynamics in the service sector, as well as the orders of durable consumer goods).

#GOLD
Gold prices are in a slight upward trend during Asian trade. At around 8:35 am, the price of gold is about $ 1,334 for a fine ounce. At 2:15 pm, the US Labor Market Report (ADP) will be published as an overture for the main economic data this week on Friday - the official Non-Farm Payroll. At 16:00 hours, a set of indicators from the USA is expected (ISM’s indicator of the economic activity dynamics in the service sector, as well as the orders of durable consumer goods). These data can cause oscillations in the value of the dollar and thus the price of gold.

#OIL
The price of the crude was dropped. At 16:30, an official government report on the stock of crude oil in the United States will be published. At 08:35 hours, crude oil is traded for around $ 63.27 per barrel, which has dropped by 0.38% this morning.

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#EUR/USD
During the Asian trade, the euro weakened against the dollar. At around 10:00 hours, Markit’s indicators of economic activity in the service sector for March are expected to be expected in the strongest euro zone economy as well as for the euro zone as a whole, and at 11:00 hours retail data in the euro zone. At around 08:25, the euro is exchanging for $ 1.2266, which at the beginning of the European session shows a gain of 0.09%. At 14:30, a weekly report from the US labor market will be published (on the number of newly employed people) when the balance of the US trade balance for February is announced. All investors expect Friday’s main data this week - the official Non-Farm Payroll.

#GBP/USD
During the Asian trade, the British pound strengthened against the dollar. At 10:30, a March indicator of economic activity in the UK service sector will be published. At around 08:25, this currency pair is at $ 1.4056 per pound, which means a 0.17% pound loss. At 14:30, a weekly report from the US labor market will be published (on the number of newly employed people) when the balance of the US trade balance for February is announced. All investors expect Friday’s main data this week - the official Non-Farm Payroll.

#USD/JPY
During the Asian trade, the dollar strengthened against the Japanese yen as market participants believe that the chances are that trade disputes between the US and China escalate into a trade war. At around 8:25 am, this currency pair is traded at 106.93 yen per dollar, which makes the dollar stronger at the beginning of the European session than the yen by 0.14%. At 14:30, a weekly report from the US labor market will be published (on the number of newly employed people) when the balance of the US trade balance for February is announced. All investors expect Friday’s main data this week - the official Non-Farm Payroll.

#GOLD
The price of gold is in a downward trend during Asian trade, as the dollar index has slightly increased to the expectation that there will be no escalation in (trade) relations between the United States and China. At around 8:35 am, the price of gold is about $ 1,327 for a fine ounce. At 14:30, a weekly report from the US labor market will be published (on the number of newly employed persons) when the US trade balance for February is announced. All investors expect Friday’s main data this week - the official Non-Farm Payroll. These data may have an indirect impact on the movement of gold prices.

#OIL
The price of crude oil was recovered much better yesterday afternoon, as it was reported that the United States reported a strong decline in crude oil reserves of 4.62 million barrels and a growth of 1.4 million was expected. At 08:35 hours, crude oil is traded for about $ 63.59 per barrel, which is a 0.35% increase this morning.

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#EUR/USD
During the Asian trade, the euro weakened against the dollar. At around 08:25, the euro is exchanging for $ 1.2213, which at the beginning of the European session shows a lost of 0.11%. All investors will expect today’s main data - the official Non-Farm Payroll and Unemployment Rate at 14:30 GMT+2.

#GBP/USD
During the Asian trade, the British pound weakened against the dollar the dollar. At 17:15 GMT+2 Band of England’s Governor Mark Carney will held a speech and his comments my spark a short term positive or negative trend but the biggest event today is the official Non-Farm Payroll and Unemployment Rate at 14:30 GMT+2. At around 08:25, this currency pair is at $ 1.3981 per pound, which means a 0.15% pound loss.

#USD/JPY
During the Asian trade, the dollar strengthened against the Japanese yen as market participants are positioning them self for the official Non-Farm Payroll and Unemployment Rate at 14:30 GMT+2. For the Japanese YEN there are no significant economic events today. At around 8:25 am, this currency pair is traded at 107.44 yen per dollar, which makes the dollar stronger at the beginning of the European session than the yen by 0.09%.

#GOLD
The price of gold is in a downward trend during Asian trade, as the dollar index has slightly increased to the expectation that there will be no escalation in (trade) relations between the United States and China. At around 8:35 am, the price of gold is about $ 1328.07 for a fine ounce. All investors will expect today’s main data - the official Non-Farm Payroll and Unemployment Rate at 14:30 GMT+2. These data may have an indirect impact on the movement of gold prices.

#OIL
The price of crude oil is in a small range from Wednesday , as it was reported that the United States reported a strong decline in crude oil reserves of 4.62 million barrels and a growth of 1.4 million was expected and now currently all investors will expect today’s main data - the official Non-Farm Payroll and Unemployment Rate at 14:30 GMT+2. These data may have an indirect impact on the movement of gold prices. At 08:35 hours, crude oil is traded for about $ 62.89 per barrel, which is a 0.35% increase this morning.

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#EUR/USD
The euro strengthened against the US dollar during Asian trading. The trade tensions between the US and China have also been worsened by worse data from the US labor market. Namely, on Friday, the NFP report on the change in employment showed the worst increase in employment over the past six months, while the unemployment rate has slightly increased, which has all weakened the US currency all together. Today, there are no economic news from the United States, while in Eurozone, at 3:00 pm, a member of the Executive Board of the ECB, Vitor Konstancio, speaks, which can be reflected in the exchange rate of this currency pair. During the Asian trade, the euro strengthened against the US dollar by 0.02%.

#GBP/USD
The British pound strengthened against the US dollar during Asian trading. The trade tensions between the US and China have also been worsened by worse data from the US labor market. Namely, on Friday, the NFP report on the change in employment showed the worst increase in employment over the past six months, while the unemployment rate has slightly increased, which has all weakened the US currency all together. Today at 09:30, Halifax price index houses will be published in the UK, which can be further reflected in the exchange rate of this currency pair. During the Asian trade, the British pound strengthened against the US dollar by 0.05%.

#USD/JPY
The US dollar strengthened against the Japanese yen during Asian trading. The trade tensions between the US and China have also been worsened by worse data from the US labor market. Namely, on Friday, the NFP report on the change in employment showed the worst increase in employment over the past six months, while the unemployment rate has slightly increased, which has all weakened the US currency all together. This morning, disappointing data on the balance of current transactions were published, which can be further reflected in the exchange rate of this currency pair during further trading. During the Asian trading, the US dollar strengthened against 0.04% yen against Japan’s yen.

#GOLD
Gold prices strengthened slightly during Asian trade. The trade tensions between the US and China have also been worsened by worse data from the US labor market. Namely, on Friday, the NFP report on the change in employment showed the worst growth in employment over the past six months, while the unemployment rate has risen slightly, all of which weakened the US currency all the way, and consequently contributed to the strengthening of the price of yellow metal. During Asian trading, the price of gold rose by 0.01%.

#OIL
During Asian trade, the price of crude oil has strengthened. After Baker Hughes’s report on Friday showed an increase in the number of newly opened oil wells by 10, the price of this fuel dropped by about 2%, however, during the Asian trade, crude oil prices stabilized. Trade disputes between the two strongest economies of the US and China are still the primary factor influenced by the price of this energy. During Asian trade, the price of crude oil increased by 0.39%.

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#EUR/USD
This currency pair is located in a narrow range of oscillations before noon. This morning he disappointed the trade balance of Germany. Namely, the surplus was much lower than expected. Today there are no major economic announcements from the United States, and the sentiment on Friday is pushing the dollar because the NFP numbers were pretty bad. At around 13:55 hours, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.2283, indicating an increase in eva by 0.02%. At 3:00 pm, a member of the executive approval of the ECB, Vitor Constancio, will hold a speech, and Mario Dragi, President of the ECB, will speak publicly on Wednesday.

#GBP / USD
During most of European trading, the British pound is in a strengthening phase against the dollar. In the morning, data from the UK real estate market were better than expected. Today there are no major economic announcements from the United States, and the sentiment on Friday is pushing the dollar because the NFP numbers were pretty bad. At around 14:00, the British pound is exchanged for $ 1.4118, which means the weakening of the dollar against the pound by 0.21%.

#USD / JPY
The US dollar strengthened against the Japanese yen during the first part of European trading. The weakening of the US currency after disappointing data from the US labor market on Friday, is stopped today. This was additionally contributed by the disappointing balance sheet of current account transactions in Japan. There are no major economic news and announcements from the United States today. On the other hand, tensions in trade relations between the US and China could create an increased volatility in the exchange rate of this currency pair. During the previous European trading, the US dollar strengthened against the Japanese yen by 0.17%.

#GOLD
The price of gold weakened during the first part of European trading. After a strong increase in the price of yellow metal after a disappointing US labor market data released on Friday, today’s gold price is in a mild corrective move. However, tensions on US-China trade relations and the publication of notes from a previous Federal Reserve meeting Wednesday may further trigger price fluctuations in this currency pair. During the previous European trading, the price of gold declined by 0.32%.

#OIL
During the first part of European trading, the price of crude oil is growing. After the price of this fuel dropped nearly 2% on Friday, and after the release of the report Baker Hughes, which showed an increase in the number of new wells by ten, the price of this fuel is in a mild retreat today. This week will be interesting for crude oil, as in addition to regular stock reports in the US, monthly bulletins from OPEC and the International Energy Agency will be published. During the previous European trading, the price of crude oil increased by 0.79%.

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#EUR/USD
During the Asian trade, the euro weakly weakened against the US dollar. The tension in the relations of the great powers for the conflict in Syria, so far, does not leave a greater trace in the movement of this currency pair. At 11:00 hours, the figures on industrial production in the euro zone will be published, while at 13:30, notes from the ECB’s last meeting are expected. At around 8:20 pm, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.2364, which at the beginning of the European session shows a gain of 0.02%. At 14:30, data on inflation in the US will be measured at import-export prices.

#GBP/USD
During the Asian trade, the British pound strengthened against the US dollar. Tonight is expected to address the Governor of the Bank of England, Mark Carney. At around 08:30, this currency pair is at $ 1.4190 per pound, which means a pound increase of 0.09%. At 14:30, data on inflation in the US will be measured at import-export prices.

#USD/JPY
During the Asian trade, the dollar slightly strengthened against the Japanese yen. The yen is still in the focus of the investor as a possible refuge for the possible (international) escalation of the conflict in Syria. At around 8:40 am, this currency pair is traded at 106.85 yen per dollar, which makes the dollar stronger at the beginning of the European session than the yen by 0.06%. At 2:30 pm, data on inflation in the US, ie the level of consumer price index for March will be published.

#GOLD
The price of gold is in a downward trend during the Asian trade since last night notes with hawkish conclusions from the last Federal Reserve meeting. At around 8:40 am, the price of gold is about $ 1351 for a fine ounce. The price of gold rose yesterday after US President Donald Trump’s statement that he would bomb the positions of the official Syrian army.

#OIL
The price of crude oil has reached its highest level in the last three years in response to US President Donald Trump’s open statements that he will bomb the positions of the official Syrian army. Yesterday, the growth of crude oil stocks was recorded, but strong rhetoric and the situation on the ground in the Syrian region entailed worries about possible stalled supplies from the richest oil region. At 13:20, a regular monthly report of the OPEC is expected. At around 08:30, crude oil is traded for about $ 67.14 per barrel, which is a 0.48% increase this morning.

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#EUR/USD
During Asian trading, this currency pair is mostly stagnating with a slight strengthening of the euro. At around 08:30, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.2330, which at the beginning of the European session shows a strengthening of the euro by 0.02%. At 11:00 hours, the balance of the trade balance of the euro zone is expected, and at 16:00, the number on new authorized jobs in the USA (JOLTs) will be published, when the preliminary indicator of the consumer sentiment for April is published by the Michigan University.

#GBP/USD
During the Asian trade, the British pound strengthened against the US dollar. Optimism prevails in terms of a positive resolution of EU-UK relations and it pushes the British pound. There are no major economic news from the UK today. At around 8:35 am, this currency pair is at $ 1.4240 per pound, which means a pound gain of 0.08%. At 16:00 hours, the US New Jobs Number (JOLTs) number will be published, as well as a preliminary indication of a consumer sentiment for April published by the Michigan University.

#USD/JPY
During the Asian trade, the dollar strengthened against the Japanese yen as it aroused expectations that the conflict in Syria would intensify, involving major powers. At around 8:35 am, this currency pair is traded at 107.55 yen per dollar, which makes the dollar a stronger yen by 0.22% at the beginning of the European session. At 16:00 hours, the US New Jobs Number (JOLTs) number will be published, as well as a preliminary indication of a consumer sentiment for April published by the Michigan University.

#GOLD
The price of gold is in a descending trend during the Asian trade, as it has sprung up expectations that the conflict in Syria will intensify, involving major powers, primarily the United States and Russia. At around 8:40 am, the price of gold is about $ 1337 for a fine ounce. At 16:00 hours, the US New Jobs Number (JOLTs) number will be published, as well as a preliminary indication of a consumer sentiment for April published by the Michigan University.

#OIL
The price of crude oil dropped from the highest levels in the last three years. Poor prospects for embroiling a conflict in Syria that would involve great powers, primarily the United States and Russia. At 7:00 pm, Baker Hughes’s weekly weekly report on the number of oil wells in the United States is expected. About 8:40 am, crude oil is traded about $ 66.92 per barrel, which has been falling 0.22% since this morning.

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#EUR/USD
During Asian trading, this currency pair is mostly stagnating with a slight strengthening of the euro. The US, UK and France attacks on targets in Syria, timed to be played during the weekend when financial markets closed, showed that this was a limited and probably one-off action, at least for now. The investors did not react nervously. At around 8:40 am, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.2333, which at the beginning of the European session shows a strengthening of the euro by 0.02%. At 2:30 pm, retail data will be published in the United States.

#GBP/USD
During the Asian trade, the British pound strengthened against the US dollar. This week’s meeting of the (Commonwealth) Group of States is held. Prime Minister UK, Theresa May, expects the body to enter a new dynamic in trade and cooperation issues, which is in the UK’s interest after leaving the EU. There are no major economic news from the UK today. At around 08:25, this currency pair is at $ 1.4267 per pound, which means the pound’s gain of 0.2%. At 2:30 pm, retail data will be published in the United States.

#USD/JPY
Tokom Asian Trading, the dollar weakened against the Japanese yen. The US, UK and France attacks on targets in Syria, timed to be played during the weekend when markets closed, showed that this was a limited and probably one-off action, at least for now. Investors did not react violently. At around 8:35 am, this currency pair is traded at 107.23 yen per dollar, which at the beginning of the European session makes the dollar weaker against the yen by 0.17%. At 2:30 pm, retail data will be published in the United States.

#GOLD
The price of gold is in a descending trend during Asian trading. The US, UK and France attacks on targets in Syria, timed to be played during the weekend when financial markets closed, showed that this was a limited and probably one-off action, at least for now. This has given vent to investors and the price of gold is falling. At around 8:40 am, the price of gold is about $ 1,343 for a fine ounce. At 2:30 pm, retail data will be published in the United States.

#OIL
The price of crude oil dropped from the highest levels because the US, UK and France attack on the targets in Syria showed that it was a limited and probably one-off action, at least for now. They have weakened the prospect of unleashing a conflict that would involve large powers on the opposite sides, primarily the United States and Russia. On Friday, Baker Hughes’s weekly report on the number of oil wells in the United States showed an increase of seven units (a total of 815). At around 08:30, crude oil is traded about $ 66.81 per barrel, which has been falling 0.86% since this morning.

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#EUR/USD
During Asian trading, this currency pair is in a downward trend. The dollar is weak against all major currencies. Investors focus again on global trade relations. At around 8:40 am, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.2398, which at the beginning of the European session shows a strengthening of the euro by 0.15%. At 11:00 it is expected (ZEW) an indicator (sentiment) of economic activity in Germany and the euro zone. At 2:30 pm, data from the US real estate market will be published, and at 3:15 pm on the US industrial production.

#GBP/USD
During the Asian trade, the British pound strengthened strongly yesterday against the US dollar worn by optimism about the positive resolution of the saga of the UK’s withdrawal from the EU and the calming of tensions in Syria. At 10:30, data from the British labor market (on wage growth, the number of newly employed persons and the official unemployment rate) will be published. At around 8:35 am, this currency pair is at $ 1,4357 per pound, which means a gain of 0.13%. At 2:30 pm, data from the US real estate market will be published, and at 3:15 pm on the US industrial production.

#USD/JPY
During Asian trading, the dollar weakened against the Japanese yen. Presidents of US Donald Trampe and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe will hold a meeting today and tomorrow. At around 8:35 am, this currency pair is traded at 106.93 yen per dollar, which makes the dollar weaker against the yen by 0.18% at the beginning of the European session. At 2:30 pm, data from the US real estate market will be published, and at 3:15 pm and the US industrial production.

#GOLD
The price of gold is in a mild downward trend during the Asian trade, as the ghosts that have led to the participation of large powers in the conflict in Syria during the weekend are calming down. Investors focus again on global trade relations. At around 8:40 am, the price of gold is about $ 1,347 for a fine ounce. At 2:30 pm, data from the US real estate market will be published, and at 3:15 pm and the US industrial production.

#OIL
The price of crude oil is on the increase during the Asian trade, since it is anxious to discontinue the future supply of oil on the world market. Namely, the numerous tightened relations in the region of the Blix East and the decline in production in Venezuela bring this sentiment. About 8:40 am, crude oil is traded for around $ 66.58 per barrel, which gives an increase of 0.54% this morning.

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#EUR/USD
The euro strengthened against the US dollar during Asian trading. Today, at 11:00 in the EU, the consumer price index (CPI) will be published, and today, a Eurogroup meeting will be held today, which can all be reflected in the euro. In the US, more Federal Reserve officials will speak in the afternoons and evenings, which could also be reflected in the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of Asian trading, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.2376, which is a gain of 0.05%.

#GBP/USD
The British pound strengthened against the US dollar during Asian trading. Yesterday’s mostly positive data from the labor market and certain speculations that another elevated reference interest rates in the UK are possible during the second half of the year, support the growth of the British currency. Today, at 10:30, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) will be published in the UK, which can be reflected in the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of Asian trading, the pound is exchanged for $ 1.4296, which is an increase of 0.05%.

#USD/JPY
The US dollar strengthened against the Japanese yen during Asian trading. Yesterday’s positive real estate market data in the United States, with a diminishing tension in the Middle East, has helped strengthen the US currency. However, positive data from the trade balance of Japan were published this morning, which could reflect the exchange rate of this currency pair. Also, during the afternoon and evening hours, the US will hold more Federal Reserve officials, which could also be reflected in the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of the Asian trade, the US dollar is exchanging 107.36 Japanese yen, which represents a gain of 0.32%.

#GOLD
The price of gold weakened during Asian trade. Reduced tensions in the Middle East, as well as the absence of harsh rhetoric on trade relations between the US and China, have influenced investors to focus their demand on more risky investments, which has weakened the price of yellow metal. However, bearing in mind that the trade dispute between the US and China is still present, the possible introduction of new tariffs could increase the sentiment risk in the financial market. At the end of Asian trading, the price of gold is around $ 1,345.40, representing a weakening of 0.31%.

#OIL
During Asian trade, the price of crude oil has strengthened. The price of this fuel is currently affected by the decline in the stock of crude oil, which was reported yesterday by the report of the US Petroleum Institute. Namely, last night this institute announced that the stocks of crude oil decreased by -1.047 million barrels. Although tensions have been tackled over the Syrian crisis, there is concern in the energy market that a possible reintroduction of US sanctions against Iran could disrupt normal supply of oil from the region. Today at 4:30 pm, the US government will report on crude oil stocks, which can be further reflected in the price of this fuel. At the end of the Asian trade, the price of crude oil is around $ 67.11 per barrel, which represents an increase of 0.89%

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During Asian trading, this currency pair stagnates with a mild downward trend. The dollar strengthens against all major currencies as yields on US Treasury long-term bonds are growing again. This morning, the producer price index in Germany was lower than expected. At around 08:50 hours, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.2344, which at the beginning of the European session shows a gain of 0.02%. There are no major economic news and announcements from the EU today. At 13:30, speaker of the Bundes Bank, Jens Weidmann.

#GBP/USD
During the Asian trade, the British pound weakened against the US dollar. The dollar strengthens against all major currencies as yields on US Treasury long-term bonds are growing again. At 11:30, a member of the Bank of England’s Monetary Committee, Michael Saunders, will speak. At around 8:35 am, this currency pair is at $ 1.4049 per pound, which means a gain of 0.27%. Today there are no major economic news and announcements from the United States.

#USD/JPY
During Asian trading, the dollar weakened against the Japanese yen. Inflation data in Japan were at the level of expectations. However, the dollar strengthens against all major currencies as yields on US Treasury long-term bonds grow again. At around 8:40 am, this currency pair is traded at 107.52 yen per dollar, which makes the dollar stronger by 0.15% at the beginning of the European session. Today there are no major economic news and announcements from the United States.

#GOLD
The price of gold is in a mild downward trend during Asian trade, as the dollar strengthens. Namely, yields on US Treasury long-term bonds are rising again, and geopolitical conflicts are currently slowed down, that is, in stand by mode. At around 08:45, the price of gold is about $ 1344 for a fine ounce. Today there are no major economic news and announcements from the United States.

#OIL
The price of crude oil is in a mild withdrawal during Asian trade. A monitoring meeting of OPEC and Russia members is being held today in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, where, besides meeting the quota by country, the pulse for the upcoming high-level meeting will be held in June. The themes will be possible to extend the contract to reduce production in 2018, as well as the possible consolidation of the current alliance into a long-term partnership. At 19:00, a regular report by Baker Hughes on the number of active oil wells in the United States will be published. About 08:40 hours, crude oil is traded for about 68.23 dollars per barrel, which has dropped from 0.09% this morning.