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#EUR/USD
The euro has weakened against the US dollar during Asian trade. Today, at 9:30 am, the data of the factory purchasing department of the factory sector in Germany will be published, while at 16:00 in the US, data on the number of sold existing houses will be published, which can all be reflected in the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of Asian trading, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.2273, representing a weakness of 0.12%.

#GBP/USD
The British pound strengthened against the US dollar during Asian trading. Today there are no economic news from the UK, while at 16:00 in the United States will be published data on the number of sold existing houses, which can all be reflected in the exchange rate of this currency pair. During this week, increased price fluctuations are possible on the exchange rate of this currency pair, as data on gross domestic product (GDP) in the UK will be published in the second half of the week. At the end of Asian trading, the pound is exchanged for $ 1.4019, which is a gain of 0.12%.

#USD/JPY
The US dollar strengthened against the Japanese yen during Asian trade. Strengthening the US currency against the Japanese yen was backed by a morning interview by Bank of Japan Governor Haruhiko Kuroda in which he reiterated that in order to reach the target level of inflation, this institution must continue with ultra-light monetary policy. Today at 4:00 pm in the United States, data on the number of sold existing houses will be published, which can be further reflected in the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of Asian trading, the US dollar exchanged for 107.80 yen, which represents an increase of 0.12%.

#GOLD
The price of gold weakened during Asian trade. An additional increase in the yield of government bonds in the US has affected the strengthening of the US currency and thus the weakening of the price of yellow metal. Today at 4:00 pm in the United States, data on the number of sold existing houses will be published, which in the short term could be reflected in the price of gold. At the end of Asian trading, the price of gold is around the level of $ 1,336, which is a 0.17% drop.

#OIL
During Asian trade, the price of crude oil has weakened. The increase in newly opened boreholes in the US, which Baker Hughes reported on Friday, points to the increased production of this fuel in the United States, which has a negative impact on the price of crude oil. However, the efforts of the OPEC cartel and the possible reintroduction of sanctions against Iran by the United States provide support to the growth of the price of this fuel. At the end of the Asian trade, crude oil prices are about $ 68.33 per barrel, which represents a weakness of 0.10%.

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#EUR/USD
During Asian trading, this currency pair recorded a slight upward trend. The dollar index has risen against all major currencies in the fifth session in a row. Growth in US yields is slow. At around 8:35 am, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.2218, which at the beginning of the European session shows a strengthening of the euro by 0.07%. At 10:00, the Ifo indicator of the business climate in Germany will be published. At 16:00, a consumer confidence index for April will be published by the Conference Board.

#GBP/USD
During Asian trading, the British pound is trying to consolidate against the US dollar that is in the fifth consecutive session. At 12:00, the latest indicator of the British Chamber of Commerce (Industrial Procurement Trend) will be published, which is expected to remain at 4 points. At 08:35 hours, this currency pair is at $ 1.3942 per pound, which means stagnation. At 16:00, a consumer confidence index for April will be published by the Conference Board.

#USD/JPY
During the Asian trade, the dollar strengthened against the Japanese yen as yields on US Treasury long-term bonds are on a much higher level, and more and more are being discussed about the rising inflation in the US and the need for a larger increase in the Fed’s interest rate. At around 8:40 am, this currency pair is traded at the level of 108.81 yen for one dollar, which at the beginning of the European session makes the dollar stronger than the yen by 0.08%. At 16:00, a consumer confidence index for April will be published by the Conference Board.

#GOLD
The price of gold is in a slight upward trend during the Asian trade and recovers after the collapse of the US dollar. The returns on US Treasury’s long-term bonds are again at a much higher level, and more and more are being discussed about the rising inflation in the US and the need for a larger increase in the Fed’s interest rate. In addition, geopolitical conflicts are currently out of focus on market participants. At around 08:45, the price of gold is around $ 1327 for a fine ounce. At 16:00, a consumer confidence index for April will be published by the Conference Board.

#OIL
The growth of crude oil shipments from the United States to Europe reached its historic peak, with the stronger dollar affecting the fall in oil prices yesterday. However, the price of crude oil is in the re-strengthening phase during Asian trade. At 22:30, a regular report from the US Petroleum Institute on the stock of crude oil in the United States will be published. About 8:40 hours, crude oil is traded for around 69.22 dollars per barrel, which has grown by 0.84% since this morning.

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#EUR/USD
During Asian trading, the world’s major currency pair recorded a downward trend. The ten-year American yields went over 3%. Good indicators of the US economy and growing expectations of the divergence of US monetary policy in relation to other major economies give support to the dollar. At around 08:45 hours, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.2212, which at the beginning of the European session shows a gain of 0.17%. Today there are no major economic news and announcements from the EU and the US, and tomorrow a regular ECB meeting is held where the interest rate is expected to remain at a zero level.

#GBP/USD
During Asian trading, the British pound is trying to consolidate against the US dollar that is in the fifth consecutive session. The ten-year American yields went over 3%. Good indicators of the US economy and growing expectations of the divergence of US monetary policy in relation to other major economies give support to the dollar. At around 08:45 hours, this currency pair is at $ 1.3962 per pound, which means the weakening of the pound by 0.11%. Today there are no major economic news and announcements from the UK and the US.

#USD/JPY
During the Asian trade, the dollar strengthened against the Japanese yen as the yields on the ten-year US Treasury bonds exceeded 3%, and good indicators of the US economy and growing expectations of the US monetary policy divergence in relation to other major economies give support to the dollar. At around 8:40 am, this currency pair is traded at the level of 109.12 yen per dollar, which makes the dollar a stronger yen by 0.28% 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 again on the downward trend after yesterday’s partial recovery. The US dollar is recovering again because yields on US Treasury’s long-term bonds are again reaching the maximum. In addition, geopolitical conflicts are currently out of focus on market participants. At around 8:50 am, the price of gold is about $ 1325 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 milder withdrawal during Asian trade. Last week’s data from the US Petroleum Institute showed US stock growth of 1.1 million barrels and a drop of 2 million barrels was expected. At 16:30, a regular government report on the stock of crude oil in the United States will be published. At around 08:45 hours, crude oil is traded about $ 67.58 a barrel, which dropped 0.18% this morning.

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#EUR/USD
The euro strengthened against the US dollar during Asian trading. Today at 1:45 pm, the European Central Bank will announce a decision on the interest rate in the Eurozone, and soon afterwards will be followed by a press conference to be addressed by the president of this institution, Mario Dragi, which could cause increased price fluctuations in the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of the Asian trading session, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.2176, which represents an appreciation of the euro of 0.12%.

#GBP/USD
The British pound strengthened against the US dollar during Asian trading. Today at 10:30 in the United Kingdom will be published information on the number of approved mortgage loans, while at 14:30 in the United States will be announced information on orders of durable goods, which can all be attributed to the exchange rate of this currency pair. Negotiations on the issue of the United Kingdom leaving the European Union continue at the end of April, which additionally impacts the British pound. At the end of the Asian trading session, the pound is exchanged for $ 1.3944, an increase of 0.09%.

#USD / JPY
The US dollar weakened against the Japanese yen during Asian trading. Despite the current weakening, the rise in yields of US government bonds limits the weakening of the US currency. Today at 2:30 pm, information on orders for permanent goods will be published in the United States, which can be further reflected in the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of the Asian trading session, the dollar is exchanged for 109.31 yen, which represents a weakening of the US dollar of 0.11%.

#GOLD
Gold prices strengthened during Asian trade. Due to a mild weakening of the US dollar, the price of yellow metal strengthened. However, yields on US government bonds continue to positively affect the US dollar, which can be reflected in the price of gold during the continuation of trading. At the end of Asian trading, the price of gold is around $ 1,325.00, an increase of 0.17%.

#OIL
During Asian trade, the price of crude oil has strengthened. Despite the increase in US crude oil stocks and the growing production of this energy from the United States, the price of this fuel is strengthened, mostly because of the concern that the United States may reintroduce sanctions against Iran. By May 12, the US administration should make a definitive decision whether to sanction Iran again. At the end of Asian trade, the price of crude oil increased by 0.45%.

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#EUR/USD
During the Asian trading, the euro was further weakened against the US dollar. Although the growth in yields on US bonds has been halted, the tone of the ECB President’s exposure yesterday prompted investors to conclude that the ECB’s monetary policy will not soon be normalized. The economy of the euro zone does not stand well as late last year. At around 8:35 am, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.2092, which at the beginning of the European session shows a weakening of the euro by 0.09%. At 9:55 am, data from the labor market in Germany will be published. At 14:30, a preliminary figure is expected to increase US GDP in the first quarter of this year.

#GBP/USD
During Asian trading, the British pound tries to consolidate but fails. The US dollar is still in a strong bust because good data on the state of the US economy and the profitability of the largest companies leave a great impression on the prospects of further growth. At 10:30, a preliminary figure is expected to increase Britain’s GDP growth in the first quarter of this year, and at 2:30 pm, the same figure from the United States. At 08:35 hours, this currency pair is at $ 1.3911 per pound, which means the pound’s weakening is 0.05%. At 16:00, a speech by Mark Carney, the Governor of the Bank of England, is expected.

#USD/JPY
During the Asian trading, the dollar was mild (o) stronger than the Japanese yen, although yields on US Treasury long-term bonds slipped slightly. The US dollar is still in a strong bust because good data on the state of the US economy and the profitability of the largest companies leave a great impression on the prospects of further growth. At around 8:40 am, this currency pair is traded at the level of 109.31 yen per dollar, which at the beginning of the European session makes the dollar stronger than the yen by 0.08%. At 14:30, a preliminary figure is expected to increase US GDP in the first quarter of this year.

#GOLD
The price of gold is in a mild downward trend during Asian trade. The yields on US Treasury long-term bonds slid slightly but the US dollar is still in a strong bubble against major currencies, as good data on the state of the US economy and the profitability of the largest companies leave a great impression on the prospects of further growth. In addition, the geopolitical conflict on the Korean peninsula is heading for resolution. At around 08:45, the price of gold is about $ 1316 for a fine ounce. At 14:30, a preliminary figure is expected to increase US GDP in the first quarter of this year.

#OIL
During Asian trade, the price of oil is in a mild withdrawal. A stronger dollar restricts oil prices. Tonight’s weekly Baker Hughes weekly report on the number of oil wells in the United States will be published. About 8:40 am, crude oil is traded for around $ 68.05 per barrel, which has been falling from 0.21% this morning.

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#EUR/USD
The euro strengthened against the US dollar during Asian trading. Today at 11:00 in the Eurozone, reading of gross domestic product (GDP) will be published, while at 14:15 in the USA, the ADP data on change of employment will be published, and then at 20:00, the Federal Reserve will hold a meeting on which it should decide on the amount of the reference interest rate. It is expected that the interest rate will remain at the level of 1.75%, which can all be attributed to the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of Asian trading, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.1997, which represents a gain of 0.03%.

#GBP/USD
The British pound weakened against the US dollar during Asian trading. Today at 10:30 in the United Kingdom will be published data of the index of procurement managers of the construction sector, while at 14:15 in the USA, will be published ADP data on the change of employment, and then at 20:00, the Federal Reserve will hold a meeting on which it should decide on the amount of the reference interest rate. It is expected that the interest rate will remain at the level of 1.75%, which can all be attributed to the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of Asian trading, the British pound is exchanged for $ 1.3603, representing a weakening of 0.08%

#USD/JPY
The US dollar weakened against the Japanese yen during Asian trading. Today at 14:15 in the US, ADP will be published on the change of employment, and then at 20:00, the Federal Reserve will hold a meeting on which they should decide on the reference interest rate. It is expected that the interest rate will remain at the level of 1.75%, which can be reflected in the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of Asian trading, the US dollar is exchanged for 109.77 yen, representing a decline of 0.08%.

#GOLD
Gold prices strengthened during Asian trade. Despite the current slight increase in the price of yellow metals, the lowest recorded value has been recorded since the beginning of this year. The weakening of the price of gold is attributed to the strengthening of the US currency and the reduced demand for “safe haven” financial instruments after the two Koreas summit that took place on Friday. At 20:00 tonight, the US Federal Reserve will hold a meeting on which the interest rate should be decided, which could affect the price of gold. At the end of Asian trading, the price of gold is around $ 1.309.90 per one ounce, which is a gain of 0.23%.

#OIL
During Asian trade, the price of crude oil has strengthened. Despite the fact that the US petroleum institute last night showed a rise in crude oil stocks in the US, skeptics that the US might withdraw from the nuclear disarmament agreement with Iran, it strengthens the price of this fuel. By May 12, US President Donald Tramp should make a final decision on an agreement with Iran and the possible reintroduction of sanctions in this Middle East country. Today at 4:30 pm, a US government agency will publish a report on crude oil stocks, which can be further reflected in this energy product. At the end of Asian trade, the price of crude oil is around $ 67.56 per barrel, an increase of 0.46%

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#EUR/USD
During the Asian trading session, the euro held less gains since Friday afternoon against the US dollar. At 11:00, retail data in the euro zone will be published. At around 8:45 pm, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.1969, which at the beginning of the European session shows a 0.17% drop in the euro. At 14:30, a regular monthly report from the US labor market is expected, so-called. Non-farm payroll. Analysts expect the US economy to add 189,000 new jobs in April, and investors will also pay attention to the unemployment rate expected to fall in April to 4.0% in April, as well as the average wage growth expected to be increased by 0.2% (compared to 0.3% a month earlier). This report is important because it will give a clearer picture of the justification for a strong dollar gain over the last two weeks.

#GBP/USD
During the Asian trade, the British pound weakened against the US dollar. The disagreement within the British government led by Prime Minister Theresa May, as well as the increasingly delayed increase in the interest rate of the Bank of England, has pressed the pound of the past days. At around 08:45 hours, this currency pair is at $ 1.3557 per pound, which means the weakening of the pound and 0.15%. At 14:30, a regular monthly report from the US labor market is expected, so-called. Non-farm payroll. Analysts expect the US economy to add 189,000 new jobs in April, and investors will also pay attention to the unemployment rate expected to fall in April to 4.0% in April, as well as the average wage growth expected to be increased by 0.2% (compared to 0.3% a month earlier). This report is important because it will give a clearer picture of the justification for a strong dollar gain over the last two weeks.

#USD/JPY
During the Asian trading, the dollar weakened slightly against the Japanese yen. Today is a non-working holiday in Japan. At around 8:40 am, this currency pair is traded at 109.11 yen per dollar, which makes the dollar a weaker one at the beginning of the European session than a yen by 0.07%. At 14:30, a regular monthly report from the US labor market is expected, so-called. Non-farm payroll. Analysts expect the US economy to add 189,000 new jobs in April, and investors will also pay attention to the unemployment rate expected to fall in April to 4.0% in April, as well as the average wage growth expected to be increased by 0.2% (compared to 0.3% a month earlier). This report is important because it will give a clearer picture of the justification for a strong dollar gain over the last two weeks.

#GOLD
Gold prices stagnate during Asian trade. The US dollar is still in the pipeline, but also awaiting the afternoon data. At around 08:45, the price of gold is about $ 1312 for a fine ounce. At 14:30, a regular monthly report from the US labor market is expected, so-called. Non-farm payroll. Analysts expect the US economy to add 189,000 new jobs in April, and investors will also pay attention to the unemployment rate expected to fall in April to 4.0% in April, as well as the average wage growth expected to be increased by 0.2% (compared to 0.3% a month earlier). This report is important because it will give a clearer picture of the justification for a strong dollar gain over the last two weeks.

#OIL
During Asian trade, oil prices are in stagnation. Dealers are awaiting the US decision on the (possible) introduction of sanctions against Iran (until May 12). Tonight’s weekly Baker Hughes weekly report - the number of oil wells in the United States, (currently 825), is published. At around 8:35 am, crude oil is traded for around $ 68.42 per barrel, which gives a symbolic fall of 0,01% this morning.

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#EUR/USD
During Asian trading, the euro is in a downward downward trend against the US dollar. This morning, it disappointed the March information on factory orders in Germany. Namely, there was a decrease of 0.9% and expected growth of 0.5%. In addition, there are no economic news and announcements from the EU today. On Friday, the euro reached the lowest level since the beginning of this year, after publishing reports from the US labor market that showed mixed results. However, the unemployment rate has dropped more than expected, and revisions of previous data on the number of newly created jobs (sensitivity) have improved for the better. At around 8:40 am, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.1940, which at the beginning of the European session shows a 0.18% drop in the euro. In the afternoon, an ECB official and Fed will speak.

#GBP/USD
During the Asian trading period, the British pound was negatively amplified against the US dollar. Today there are no economic news and announcements from the UK, because it is a non-working holiday in that country. At 08:40, this currency pair is at $ 1.3541 per pound, which means the pound’s weakness is 0.07%. The disagreement within the British government led by Prime Minister Theresa May, as well as the likely delay in the increase in the interest rate of the Bank of England on Thursday, when a regular meeting is held, continue to put pressure on the pound.

#USD / JPY
During the Asian trading, the dollar was mild (o) stronger than the Japanese yen. At around 08:45, this currency pair is traded at 109.22 yen per dollar, which makes the dollar stronger at the beginning of the European session by 0.09% over the yen. On Friday, the yen (o) strengthened for the purpose of covering trader positions that included yen and high-priced currencies, such as Turkish lira.

#GOLD
The price of gold at the end of the Asian and the beginning of European trading is mainly a downward trend. The US dollar is still struggling against the main currencies. At around 8:50 am, the price of gold is about $ 1313 for a fine ounce. Today there are no major economic news and announcements from the United States. On Friday, a report from the US labor market showed mixed results. However, the unemployment rate has dropped more than expected, and revisions of previous data on the number of newly created jobs (sensitivity) have improved for the better.

#OIL
During Asian trade, oil prices are in a strong upward trend. The economic collapse in Venezuela halving production from the best days, awaiting the decision of US President Donald Tramp, by May 12 - the reintroduction of sanctions against Iran has affected the growth of this energy price. Baker Hughes’ weekly report - on the number of oil wells in the US, showed growth for nine units on Friday night (a total of 834). At 08:35 hours, crude oil is traded for around $ 70.47 per barrel, which gives a symbolic increase of 1.08% this morning.

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#EUR/USD
The euro has weakened against the US dollar during Asian trade. Today, price fluctuations on the exchange rate of this currency pair are possible. At 09:15, US President George W. Bush will address the president of the Federal Reserve of the United States, Jerome Pavel, when, last night, US President Donald Tramp announced via Twitter that he would announce at midnight today the final decision on whether the US withdrew from the nuclear disarmament agreement with Iran. As for economic news, at 16:00 hours JOLT will be announced a number of newly created jobs in the US, which can also be reflected in the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of Asian trading, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.1911 for one euro, a drop of 0.10%.

#GBP/USD
The British pound weakened against the US dollar during Asian trading. Today at 9:30 am the United Kingdom will announce Halifax index house prices, which could affect the British currency, while at 09:15, US President George W. Bush will address the US Federal Reserve, Jerome Pavel, and US President Donald Tramp announced via Twitter that at midnight today, at 20:00 CET, a final decision will be made whether the US withdraws from the nuclear disarmament agreement with Iran, which together can cause increased price fluctuations in the exchange rate of this currency pair. As for economic news from the United States, at 16:00 hours JOLT will be announced a number of newly created jobs, which can also be reflected in the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of Asian trading, the British pound is exchanged for $ 1.3549, a decrease of 0.07%.

#USD/JPY
The US dollar weakened against the Japanese yen during Asian trading. Today, price fluctuations on the exchange rate of this currency pair are possible. At 09:15, US President George W. Bush will address the president of the Federal Reserve of the United States, Jerome Pavel, when, last night, US President Donald Tramp announced via Twitter that he would announce at midnight today the final decision on whether the US withdrew from the nuclear disarmament agreement with Iran. As for economic news, at 16:00 hours JOLT will be announced a number of newly created jobs in the US, which can also be reflected in the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of Asian trading, the US dollar is exchanged for 109.08 Japanese yen, representing a weakness of 0.01%.

#GOLD
Gold prices strengthened during Asian trade. Today, price fluctuations in the financial market are possible. At 09:15, US President George W. Bush will address the president of the Federal Reserve of the United States, Jerome Pavel, while US President Donald Tramp announced on Thursday that he will announce at midnight today at 20:00 CET a final decision on whether the US withdraws from the nuclear deal disarmament with Iran. As for economic news, at 16:00 hours JOLT will be announced a number of newly created jobs in the US, which can all be attributed to gold. At the end of Asian trading, the price of gold is around $ 1,312.10 per one ounce, which is a 0.16% weakening.

#OIL
During Asian trade, the price of crude oil has weakened. Last night, US President Donald Tramp announced via Twitter that he would announce at midnight today at midnight the final decision whether the US withdrew from a nuclear disarmament agreement with Iran. During the previous trading sessions, the price of this fuel was strengthened by the announcement that the US could withdraw from this agreement, and therefore, price fluctuations on crude oil could be increased. Also at 22:30 in the US, the US Petroleum Institute will publish stocks of this fuel, which can also be reflected in this fuel. At the end of Asian trading, the price of crude oil ranges around $ 69.94 per barrel, which is a decline of 1.12%.

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#EUR/USD
During Asian trading, the euro is in a downward downward trend against the US dollar. This morning, he disappointed the March data on industrial production in France. Namely, there was a decrease of 0.4% and the same growth was expected. There are no major economic news and announcements from the EU today. The euro is otherwise under pressure because of the (new-old) uncertainty regarding the formation of a government in Italy. Early parliamentary elections are increasingly likely, probably in July, which can lead to the formation of an anti-system coalition government. At around 8:40 am, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.1829, which at the beginning of the European session shows a 0.3% drop in the euro. At 2:30 pm, the figures on the growth of the US producer price index in April are expected.

#GBP/USD
During the Asian trade, the British pound weakened against the US dollar. There are no economic news and announcements from the UK today. At around 08:45, this currency pair is at $ 1.3518 per pound, which means a 0.22% weakening of the pound. Tomorrow, a meeting of the Bank of England is held. At 2:30 pm, the figures on the growth of the US producer price index in April are expected.

#USD/JPY
During the Asian trade, the dollar strengthened against the Japanese yen. At around 08:45, this currency pair is traded at the level of 109.66 yen per dollar, which makes the dollar stronger at the beginning of the European session than the yen by 0.49%. At 2:30 pm, the figures on the growth of the US producer price index in April are expected.

#GOLD
The price of gold fell during Asian trade. The US dollar is at its maximum in the last four and a half months according to the main currencies. At around 8:40 am, the price of gold is about $ 1308.5 for a fine ounce. At 2:30 pm, the figures on the growth of the US producer price index in April are expected.

#OIL
During Asian trade, oil prices are in a strong upward trend, and after strong oscillations yesterday afternoon and evening. US President Donald Tramp has decided to withdraw his country from an agreement with Iran and reintroduce sanctions. The data of the American petroleum institute has shown a decline in stock prices in the United States by 1.85 million barrels. At 16:30, a weekly weekly report of crude oil stocks in the United States will be published. About 8:25 hours, crude oil is traded for about $ 70.49 per barrel, which has been a symbolic increase of 2.07% this morning.

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#EUR/USD
The euro has weakened against the US dollar during Asian trade. After yesterday’s US currency reached its lowest level in the past seven days, the rise in US government bond yields strengthened the US dollar, reflected in Asian trading. At 8:00 am a reading of gross domestic product in Germany will be published, and soon the same information will be published for the Eurozone. At 2:30 pm, retail data will be published in the US, which together can cause increased price fluctuations in the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of Asian trading, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.1919, representing a decline of 0.06%.

#GBP/USD
The British pound is weak during Asian trading. Today at 10:30 in the United Kingdom, labor market data (data on unemployment change and average wages) will be published, and shortly after 11:00, members of the Monetary Policy Committee of the Bank of England will testify before parliament on inflation and future economic trends. At 2:30 pm, retail data will be published in the US, which together can cause increased price fluctuations in the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of Asian trading, the British pound is exchanged for $ 1.3350, representing a weakening of 0.04%.

#USD/JPY
The US dollar strengthened against the Japanese yen during Asian trade. The rise in government bond yields strengthened the US currency. At 2:30 pm, retail data will be published in the US, which may be reflected in the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of Asian trading, the US dollar is exchanged for 109.89 yen, an increase of 0.20%.

#GOLD
The price of gold weakened during Asian trade. Strengthening the US currency as a result of the rise in yields on US government bonds led to a weakening of the price of yellow metal. At 2:30 pm, retail data will be published in the US, which can be further reflected in the price of gold. At the end of Asian trading, the price of gold is around $ 1,311.10 per one ounce, which is a 0.55 per cent weakening.

#OIL
During Asian trade, the price of crude oil has weakened. Despite the current weakening crisis in the Middle East after US President Donald Tramp decided to withdraw the US from a nuclear deal with Iran, he still supports the rise in crude oil prices. At 22:30 tonight in the United States, a report by the US Petroleum Institute on crude oil stocks will be published, which can be further reflected in the price of this fuel. At the end of Asian trading, crude oil prices are about $ 70.94 per barrel, which represents a weakening of 0.03%.

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#EUR/USD
The euro has weakened against the US dollar during Asian trade. The record high yields on US government bonds have affected US currencies reaching a record high against the main currencies in the past five months. Today, at 11:00 am, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) will be published in the Eurozone, while at 2:00 pm President of the European Central Bank, Mario Dragi, will address the public. At 2:30 pm, the number of building permits will be published in the United States, all of which can cause increased price fluctuations in the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of the Asian trade, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.1835, a decrease of 0.03%.

#GBP/USD
The British pound strengthened during Asian trading. Today there are no economic news from the United Kingdom, so the exchange rate of this currency could be influenced by economic news from the United States. At 2:30 pm, the number of building permits will be published in the United States, while in 15:15 data on industrial production will also be published in the US, which may be reflected in the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of Asian trading, the British pound is exchanged for $ 1.3506, an increase of 0.04%

#USD/JPY
The US dollar weakened against the Japanese yen during Asian trading. Despite the disappointing reading of gross domestic product in Japan, the announcement that North Korea suspended negotiations with South Korea on the denuclearization of the Korean peninsula has affected the strengthening of the Japanese yen as a “safe haven” of a financial instrument. At 2:30 pm, the number of building permits will be published in the United States, while data on industrial production will also be published in the United States at 3:15 pm, which can be further reflected in the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of the Asian trade, the US dollar is exchanged for 110.29 yen, representing a weakening of 0.02%.

#GOLD
Gold prices strengthened during Asian trade. After information that North Korea suspended negotiations with South Korea on the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula, the price of safe investments strengthened, which also reflected on the yellow metal. At 2:30 pm, the US will publish data on the number of building permits, while at 15:15, data on industrial production will also be published in the US, which could in the short term affect the price of gold. At the end of Asian trading, the price of gold is around $ 1,293.50 per one ounce, which is a gain of 0.25%.

#OIL
During Asian trade, the price of crude oil has weakened. The price of this fuel is currently affected by the increase in the stock of crude oil that last year showed the report of the American Petroleum Institute. Today at 4:30 pm, a US government report on crude oil stocks will also be published, which could further reflect on this energy source. In addition to the aforementioned reports, the withdrawal of the US from a nuclear deal with Iran and the possible reintroduction of sanctions to this country still affect the price of this energy. At the end of Asian trading, the price of crude oil is around $ 71.16 per barrel, which is a 0.21% weakening.

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The euro strengthened against the US dollar during Asian trading. Today, at 11:00 am, the balance of trade data in the Eurozone will be announced, while Vice President of the European Central Bank Vitor Konstancio will address the public at 12:30, which can affect the euro. Also, today at 2:30 pm, the US Business Activity Index in Philadelphia will be published in the United States, which announces the Federal Reserve’s post in the US state, which may further reflect the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of Asian trading, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.1822, an increase of 0.12%.

#GBP/USD
The British pound strengthened during Asian trading. Today there are no economic news from the United Kingdom, except for the public address by Andy Halden, a member of the Monetary Policy Committee of the Bank of England, at 6:00 pm. In the US, at 2:30 pm, the Philadelphia Business Activity Index will be published, which will publish a Federal Reserve office in that US state, as well as a number of applications for assistance to new unemployed people, which can be further reflected in the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of Asian trading, the British pound is exchanged for 1.3539 pounds, which is a gain of 0.38%.

#USD/JPY
The US dollar weakened against the Japanese yen during Asian trading. After the US dollar strengthened yesterday as a result of the highest rate of return on US government bonds over the past seven years, as Asian trade began, the US currency is weakening. Today at 2:30 pm, the US Philadelphia Business Performance Index will be published in the United States, which announces a Federal Reserve office in that US state, as well as a number of applications for assistance to new unemployed people, which can be further reflected in the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of Asian trading, the US dollar is exchanged for 110.32 yen, representing a decline of 0.06%.

#GOLD
The price of gold weakened during Asian trade. The price of gold is in a downward trend, mostly as a result of the growth of the US dollar, due to record high yields on US government bonds. However, the price of yellow metal could respond to the rise in geopolitical tensions on the Korean peninsula after the North Korean-US summit was scheduled for June 12 in Singapore. Today at 2:30 pm, the US Philadelphia Business Performance Index will be published in the United States, which announces a Federal Reserve office in the US state, as well as a number of applications for assistance to new unemployed people, which can in the short term be reflected in the price of gold. At the end of Asian trading, the price of gold is around $ 1,291.20 per one ounce, representing a decline of 0.03%.

#OIL
During Asian trade, the price of crude oil has strengthened. Yesterday, the US government report showed a decline in crude oil stocks, which further supported the rise in crude oil prices. The rise in crude oil prices in the past period has also been affected by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, after the US withdrew from a nuclear deal with Iran. On the other hand, crude oil production in the United States is at a record high level, which could affect the price of this fuel. At the end of Asian trading, the price of crude oil ranges around $ 71.75 per barrel, which is an increase of 0.36%.

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The euro has weakened against the US dollar during Asian trade. After US Treasury Secretary Stephen Mnucin said the US-China trade war was suspended, market participants turned their demand to more risky investments, which strengthened the US currency. Today there are no economic news from the eurozone, while members of federal reserves, Bostic, Harker and Kashkari will address the evening in the US, which could affect the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of Asian trading, the euro is exchanged for 1.1750, which represents a weakening of 0.17%.

#GBP/USD
The British pound weakened during Asian trading. At the beginning of this week, there is noticeable strengthening of the US dollar against the most traded world currencies. Over the weekend, US and Chinese officials agreed that as long as the negotiations on trade relations lasted, there were no new trade tariffs, which strengthened the US dollar. There are no economic news from the United Kingdom today, while members of the federal reserve, Bostic, Harker and Kashkari will address the public in the evening, which could reflect the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of Asian trading, the British pound ranges around 1.3432, representing a weakening of 0.32%.

#USD / JPY
The US dollar strengthened against the Japanese yen during Asian trade. Japanese yen as a “safe haven” financial instrument is weakening in response to Secretary of State Finance for Finance Steven Mnucin that a trade war between the US and China has been suspended as long as the negotiations between the two countries take place. However, Japan’s trade balance data released this morning showed that this country recorded a higher surplus than was expected, which could affect the Japanese yen. In the evening, in the United States, members of the Federal Reserve, Bostic, Harker and Kashkari will address the public, which could affect the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of the Asian trade, the US dollar is exchanged for 111.27 yen, which is a gain of 0.44%.

#GOLD
The price of gold weakened during Asian trade. After a more conciliatory rhetoric has been heard from the latest US-China negotiations on trade relations, the US dollar has reached a new record value, while the price of gold has continued to weaken. In the evening, US Federal Reserve members, Bostic, Harker and Kashkari will address the public, which could in the short term reflect the price of gold. At the end of Asian trading, the price of gold ranged around $ 1,285.90, representing a weakening of 0.43%.

#OIL
During Asian trade, the price of crude oil has strengthened. After the United States and China, two of the world’s most developed economies agreed to refrain from introducing new tariffs, the price of crude oil has strengthened. On Friday, the Baker Hughes report showed that the number of newly opened oil wells remained unchanged compared to the previous week, i.e. is 844, which is still the highest number of oil wells since March 2015. Today, a meeting of the OPEK cartel will be held, which could reflect the price of this fuel. At the end of Asian trading, the price of crude oil ranges around $ 71.88, which is a gain of 0.73%.

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During the European trading, the euro strengthened shifting from the lowest level recorded in December. The yields on the ten-year US Treasury bonds are about 3.07% and the potential development of events in Italy does not favor the euro zone, which is still pushing the euro. There were no major economic news and announcements from the EU today. At around 14:00, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.1764, which at the beginning of the European session shows a weakening of the euro by 0.06% since the beginning of trading today. Today there are no major economic news and announcements from the United States.

#GBP/USD
During European trading, the British pound is trying and at least managed to strike a balance against the dollar. The yields on the ten-year US Treasury bonds are around 3.07%, which continues to give strength to the US dollar. There were no major economic news and announcements from the UK today. At around 14:00, the British pound is exchanged for $ 1.3432, which means the weakening of the pound against the dollar by 0.28% since the beginning of trading today. Today there are no major economic news and announcements from the United States.

#USD/JPY
The US dollar lost some of the big gains compared to the Japanese yen during the first part of the European trading. The yields on the US Treasury’s ten-year bonds are about 3.07%. The positive developments in the US-China trade talks of the week do not support the Japanese yen. About 14:05 hours, the US dollar is exchanged for 111.25 yen, which represents a strengthening of the dollar by 0.43%. Today there are no major economic news and announcements from the United States.

#GOLD
The price of gold rose slightly during the first part of European trading. The strong US dollar, due to its high yields on US government bonds and the US and Chinese approach to trade in commercial matters, continue to (downward) pressure on the price of gold. At around 14:05 hours, the price of gold is around $ 1284, which is a 0.57% price tag. Today there are no major economic news and announcements from the United States.

#OIL
During the first part of European trading, the price of crude oil is declining. At around 1:50 pm, the price of crude oil ranges around $ 71.45 per barrel, which is an increase of 0.11% from the start of trading tonight. The price rise was triggered by the positive development of events in US-China trade negotiations. The regular weekly data of Baker Hughes - on the number of oil wells in the US, remained at the level of the previous report (844 units).

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During the Asian trade, the euro weakened against the dollar and is located not far from the five-month low that was recorded on Monday. At around 08:40 hours, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.1755, which at the beginning of the European session shows a weakening of the euro by 0.21%. At 09:30, a preliminary indicator of the activity dynamics in the manufacturing industry in Germany will be published for the month of May, and at 10:00 am, a similar set of data for the euro zone. Notes from the last meeting of the US Federal Reserve Monetary Committee are expected tonight.

#GBP/USD
During the Asian trading period, the British pound weakened considerably against the US dollar. At 08:40, this currency pair is at $ 1,3388 per pound, which means the pound’s weakening is 0,34%. At 10:30, inflation data in the UK will be published in April. Notes from the last meeting of the US Federal Reserve Monetary Committee are expected tonight.

#USD/JPY
During the Asian trade, the Japanese yen strengthened against the dollar. Comments by the US President that the meeting with the North Korean leader is a big sign of the issue with the statement that trade negotiations with China are not doing well (contrary to the state secretary’s statement from Sunday) gave a short-term respite to the Japanese currency. At around 8:40 am, this currency pair is traded at 110.41 yen per dollar, which makes the dollar weaker against the yen by 0.44% at the beginning of the European session. Notes from the last meeting of the US Federal Reserve Monetary Committee are expected tonight.

#GOLD
The price of gold has been declining during Asian trade. The US dollar strengthened against all major currencies other than the Japanese yen. At around 08:45, the price of gold is around $ 1,290 for a fine ounce. Notes from the last meeting of the monetary committee of the Federal Reserve of the United States are expected tonight, which should provide more indications of the total increase in the interest rate this year in the US.

#OIL
During Asian trade, the price of crude oil receded against the highest levels. Tonight, the report of the US Petroleum Institute showed a lower decline in US crude oil reserves than expectations. Namely, the drop was 1.3 million barrels and a fall of 2.8 million barrels was expected. At 16:30, the official weekly data of the US Energy Information Agency will be published. At around 08:45 hours, crude oil is traded for about $ 71.99 per barrel, which has dropped by 0.29% this morning.

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The euro strengthened against the US dollar during Asian trading. Last night, notes from a Federal Reserve meeting indicated that a certain increase in the interest rate at the next meeting in June, however, the Federal Reserve’s announcement that it would tolerate an inflation rate above 2% for now has slightly weakened the US currency. The weakening of the dollar was further supported by US President Donald Trump’s announcement that an investigation would be carried out on whether imports of cars threaten the national security of this country. At 8:00 am in Germany, reading of the gross domestic product will be published, while at 13:30, the European Central Bank will publish notes from the previous meeting, which could cause increased price fluctuations in the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of Asian trading, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.1705, representing an increase of 0.08%.

#GBP/USD
The British pound strengthened against the US dollar during Asian trading. The Federal Reserve’s intention to tolerate the inflation rate above the target level of 2% for now and the announcement by the US president of an investigation aimed at determining whether imports of cars threaten national security have weakened the US currency. Today at 10:00 in the United Kingdom, the Bank of England Governor Mark Carney will address the public, while half an hour later will also publish retail data in the UK, which can cause increased price fluctuations in the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of Asian trading, the British pound is exchanged for 1,3369 US dollars, which represents a gain of 0.16%.

#USD/JPY
The US dollar weakened against the Japanese yen during Asian trading. The Federal Reserve’s intention to tolerate the inflation rate above the target level of 2% for now and the announcement by the US president of an investigation aimed at determining whether imports of cars threaten national security have weakened the US currency. Today at 4:00 pm in the United States will be published data on the number of sold existing houses, which can be further reflected in the exchange rate of this currency pair. At the end of Asian trading, the US dollar is exchanged for 109.35 yen, which represents a 0.66% weakening.

#GOLD
Gold prices strengthened during Asian trade. The political risk has increased in the financial market after US President Donald Tramp announced that he would investigate whether imports of cars in the US are a threat to the national security of this country. Also, the uncertainty about the upcoming summit between North Korea and the United States further increases the demand for safe investments. At the end of Asian trading, the price of gold is around $ 1,294.70 per one ounce, which is a gain of 0.40%.

#OIL
During Asian trade, the price of crude oil has weakened. The issue of the export of crude oil from Iran and Venezuela was quite worrying about the OPEC cartel, which is now considering easing the agreement on reducing production between member countries and non-members of this organization. The weakening of the price of this fuel was further supported by the growth of crude oil stocks, which was released yesterday by a US government report. At the end of Asian trading, the price of crude oil ranges around $ 71.58 per barrel, representing a weakening of 0.36%.

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During the Asian trade, the euro weakened against the dollar and is again close to the minimum recorded yesterday. At around 08:45 hours, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.1704, which at the beginning of the European session shows the weakening of the euro by 0.13%. At 10:00, the Ifo indicator of the business climate in Germany will be announced for April. At 14:30, data on orders for permanent consumer goods in the United States are expected for April. At 3:20 pm, the president of the Federal Reserve of the United States, Jerome Powell, will speak.

#GBP/USD
During the Asian trade, the British pound weakened against the US dollar. At around 08:45, this currency pair is at $ 1,3357 per pound, which means a 0.17% pound loss. At 10:30, preliminary data on GDP growth in the UK in the first quarter will be published. At 14:30, data on orders for permanent consumer goods in the United States are expected for April. At 3:20 pm, the president of the Federal Reserve of the United States, Jerome Powell, will speak.

#USD/JPY
During Asian trading, the Japanese yen weakened against the dollar. After yesterday’s cancellation of a meeting with the North Korean leader by US President Donald Tramp, the dollar was recovering against the yen. Namely, they have, in fact, suppressed the figures on basic inflation in the current variant. An annual growth rate of half a percentage is expected, and a 0.6% growth is expected. At around 08:45, this currency pair is traded at the level of 109.42 yen per dollar, which makes the dollar stronger at the beginning of the European session against the yen by 0.16%. At 14:30, data on orders for permanent consumer goods in the United States are expected for April. At 3:20 pm, the president of the Federal Reserve of the United States, Jerome Powell, will speak.

#GOLD
The price of gold has been declining during Asian trade. After yesterday’s growth caused by the cancellation of a meeting with the North Korean leader, by US President Donald Tramp, gold lost some of its profits. The US dollar strengthened against all major currencies, which affected the mild decline in the price of gold. At around 8:35 am, the price of gold is around $ 1302 for a fine ounce. At 14:30, data on orders for permanent consumer goods in the United States are expected for April. At 3:20 pm, the president of the Federal Reserve of the United States, Jerome Powell, will speak.

#OIL
During Asian trade, the price of crude oil has further deteriorated. Yesterday, the Russian Energy Minister said that the restrictions on crude oil production should be slowly completed if at the June 22 meeting it is revealed that the market has found a balance between supply and demand. At 7:00 pm, Baker Hughes’s weekly data on the number of oil wells in the United States will be published. About 8:40 am, crude oil is traded for around $ 70.50 per barrel, which has dropped by 0.3% this morning.

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During the Asian trade, the euro is still in a free fall towards the dollar in order to stop the fall early this morning. Better data (out of expectations) on retail growth in Germany was published. However, the political crisis in the third economy of the euro zone is still in the focus of the investment community and (additionally) destroys the value of the euro. At around 8:35 am, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.1570, which at the beginning of the European session shows a weakening of the euro by 0.29%. At 9:55 am, the unemployment rate in Germany will be announced for May, and in the early afternoon, inflation data. At 2:15 pm, ADP’s number of newly created jobs in the United States is expected to be released as an Overture for the official (NFP) report on Friday for May, and fifteen minutes later, preliminary data on US GDP growth in the first quarter.

#GBP/USD
During Asian trading, the British pound is trying to recover against the US dollar. However, everything indicates that this is the expected (technical) corrective movement. At 8:40 am, this currency pair is at $ 1.3270 for a pound, which means a pound gain of 0.14%. There are no major economic news and announcements from the UK today. At 2:15 pm, ADP’s number of newly created jobs in the United States is expected to be released as an Overture for the official (NFP) report on Friday for May, and fifteen minutes later, preliminary data on US GDP growth in the first quarter.

#USD/JPY
During the Asian trade, the Japanese yen lost some of the winnings since yesterday. At around 08:45, this currency pair is traded at 108.78 yen per dollar, which at the beginning of the European session makes the dollar stronger than the yen by 0.01%. At 2:15 pm, ADP’s number of newly created jobs in the United States is expected to be released as an Overture for the official (NFP) report on Friday for May, and fifteen minutes later, preliminary data on US GDP growth in the first quarter.

#GOLD
The price of gold has been declining during Asian trade. At around 08:45, the price of gold is around $ 1297 for a fine ounce. At 2:15 pm, ADP’s number of newly created jobs in the United States is expected to be released as an Overture for the official (NFP) report on Friday for May, and fifteen minutes later, preliminary data on US GDP growth in the first quarter.

#OIL
During Asian trade, the price of crude oil is consolidated. The idea of limiting the restrictions on the production of crude oil has led, it seems, to a new equilibrium price. The OPEC meeting is to be held on June 22, which should show whether these ideas will be put into action. At 22:30, a weekly US Oil Petroleum Institute report on the stock of crude oil in the United States will be published. At around 08:45 hours, crude oil is traded for around $ 66.77 per barrel, which has grown from 0.06% since this morning.

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During the Asian trading, the euro has lost some of its profits since yesterday. Yesterday, the US president imposed customs duties on imports of steel and aluminum from the EU, and Europeans announced countermeasures. This, however, did not significantly affect the mild recovery of the euro recorded from the day before yesterday. At around 8:35 am, the euro is exchanged for $ 1.1679, which at the beginning of the European session shows a weakening of the euro by 0.11%. At 9:55 am, an indicator of economic activity in the manufacturing industry in Germany will be announced for May, and ten minutes earlier from France and Italy. At 10:00 am, an aggregate indicator at the euro zone level will be announced. At 14:30, regular monthly data from the American Labor Market (NFP) for May are expected - about 189,000 new jobs (189,000), unemployment rate (+ 3,9%) and wage growth rate (+0,2 %).

#GBP/USD
During the Asian trade, the British pound weakened against the US dollar. At 08:35 hours, this currency pair is at $ 1.3278 for a pound, which means a 0.14% weakening of the pound. At 10:30, an economic activity indicator in the UK manufacturing industry will be published. At 14:30, regular monthly data from the American Labor Market (NFP) for May is expected - about 189,000 new jobs (189,000), the unemployment rate (+ 3,9%) and the growth rate of earnings (+0, 2%).

#USD/JPY
During Asian trading, the Japanese yen weakened against the dollar. At around 08:45, this currency pair is traded at 109.18 yen per dollar, which at the beginning of the European session makes the dollar stronger than the yen by 0.33%. At 14:30, regular monthly data from the American Labor Market (NFP) for May is expected - about 189,000 new jobs (189,000), the unemployment rate (+ 3,9%) and the growth rate of earnings (+0, 2%).

#GOLD
The price of gold has been declining during the Asian trade, as the dollar strengthened despite the decision of US President Donald Trampe, who imposed yesterday customs duties on imports of steel and aluminum from the EU, Canada and Mexico. At around 08:45, the price of gold is around $ 1298 for a fine ounce. All the eyes of the investors are turned to the NFP report. Namely, at 2:30 pm, monthly monthly data from the US labor market are expected for May - the number of newly created jobs (189,000 expected), the unemployment rate (expectation + 3,9%) and the rate of salary growth (+0, 2%).

#OIL
During Asian trade, the price of crude oil is consolidated. It did not maintain a strong growth after the release of the stock report since yesterday, when there was a higher fall in inventory expectations. Production growth from the United States, however, has grown at an unprecedented pace and is now at a level of 10.73 million barrels (very close to Russia’s production). At around 8:50 am, crude oil is traded for around $ 67.08 per barrel, which has grown from 0.06% since the beginning of trading today.