EUR/USD: EU inflation outpaces US price growth as ECB, Fed meetings loom

The US Dollar (USD) had yet another positive week, appreciating sharply against most of its major rivals. The EUR/USD pair fell for a fourth consecutive week and traded as low as 1.1215, a level last seen in May 2025. As the weekend approaches, the pair hovers around 1.1280 as the US Dollar Index (DXY) eases from an over one-year high.

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US Dollar: Rally faces next test as inflation retakes centre stage
The US Dollar’s (USD) rally remained everything but abated, climbing for the third consecutive week and reaching levels last seen in April 2025. The move higher came on the back of a mixed performance in US Treasury yields, extending their rally in the belly and long end of the curve while losing some momentum at the short end.

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In-Depth Analysis

The Euro is near a one-year low: Inflation could trigger its rebound, not its fall

EUR/USD has fallen to its lowest level since May 2025. The pair hit 1.1312 on Wednesday and trades well below the January peak of 1.2082. The decline reflects a powerful combination of US Dollar strength, geopolitical uncertainty and renewed concerns about Europe's exposure to higher energy prices.

France’s 10-year yield hits highest since 2002: This chart shows the market losing faith
France’s bond market is sending an increasingly uncomfortable message. The country’s 10-year government bond yield climbed as high as 4.96% on Thursday, reaching its highest level since July 2002 and moving within touching distance of the psychologically important 5% threshold.

Cryptocurrencies

Ripple recovery gains traction as ETF inflows return

Ripple edges higher, trading around $1.54 at the time of writing on Friday as bullish pressure intensifies across the crypto market. This recovery from weekly lows of $1.47 underscores growing appetite for crypto assets and the shift in market sentiment.

Dogecoin eyes $0.10 breakout as broader crypto market recovers

Dogecoin is up 3% on Friday, hovering above $0.097, with bulls aiming for a breakout above $0.10. DOGE futures Open Interest rises 4% over the past 24 hours, pointing to increased position buildup.

Crypto Today: Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP gains reinforce bullish outlook

Cryptocurrency prices are broadly recovering on Friday, led by Bitcoin moving above $86,000. Ethereum has reaffirmed its bullish outlook, rising above $2,700 while the immediate area at $2,800 caps upside. Meanwhile, Ripple hovers near $1.54.

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Stocks

Nike misses revenue consensus, shares down 4% to new 12-year low
Well, folks, the brand known to "just do it" just did it again. That's right. Nike (NKE) shat the bed in fiscal Q1 2027. The footwear and athletic company posted revenue of $11.21 billion for the quarter ending in August, missing the consensus by $110 million and showing that demand is still faltering after several miserable years. Revenue fell over 4% YoY.

Weekly Forecast

EUR/USD: EU inflation outpaces US price growth as ECB, Fed meetings loom
The US Dollar (USD) had yet another positive week, appreciating sharply against most of its major rivals. The EUR/USD pair fell for a fourth consecutive week and traded as low as 1.1215, a level last seen in May 2025. As the weekend approaches, the pair hovers around 1.1280 as the US Dollar Index (DXY) eases from an over one-year high.
France’s 10-year yield hits highest since 2002: This chart shows the market losing faith
France’s bond market is sending an increasingly uncomfortable message. The country’s 10-year government bond yield climbed as high as 4.96% on Thursday, reaching its highest level since July 2002 and moving within touching distance of the psychologically important 5% threshold.
Bitcoin: Is BTC setting up for an Uptober rally?
Bitcoin (BTC) extends its gains, trading near $86,000 at the time of writing on Friday after closing September 6.33% up, reversing its seasonal weakness. Historical data suggest October could be a strong month for BTC, especially after a positive September.
US Dollar: Rally faces next test as inflation retakes centre stage
The US Dollar’s (USD) rally remained everything but abated, climbing for the third consecutive week and reaching levels last seen in April 2025. The move higher came on the back of a mixed performance in US Treasury yields, extending their rally in the belly and long end of the curve while losing some momentum at the short end.