On past shows, Jasmine has shared highlights from the XLT and mastermind programs at Online Trading Academy. This time she joins Merlin for a breakdown of some current currency markets offering insightful analysis as well as key market levels. The duo address several listener questions as well, for an informative and technical show.

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EUR/USD gathers strength to near 1.1400 ahead of German data, US PCE releases

EUR/USD gathers strength to near 1.1400 ahead of German data, US PCE releases

The EUR/USD pair gains ground to near 1.1390 during the early Asian session on Wednesday. The US Dollar edges lower against the Euro due to softer-than-expected US economic data. The German economic data and US Personal Consumption Expenditures - Price Index report for March will be in the spotlight later on Wednesday. 

EUR/USD News
GBP/USD picks up pace and surpasses 1.3400

GBP/USD picks up pace and surpasses 1.3400

GBP/USD now manages to regain balance and advances past the key 1.3400 barrier following the resurgence of some selling bias around the Greenback and a widespread recovery in the risk-associated universe.

GBP/USD News
USD/JPY consolidates above 142.00 as traders keenly await BoJ policy update

USD/JPY consolidates above 142.00 as traders keenly await BoJ policy update

USD/JPY struggles to capitalize on the previous day's modest uptick and oscillates in a narrow band on Wednesday as traders move to the sidelines ahead of the crucial BoJ policy meeting. The divergent BoJ-Fed expectations and trade-related uncertainties support the JPY and cap the pair amid the underlying USD bearish sentiment. 

USD/JPY News

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AUD/USD remains confined in a familiar range ahead of Australian CPI

AUD/USD remains confined in a familiar range ahead of Australian CPI

AUD/USD ticks higher during the Asian session on Wednesday and stalls the sharp pullback from a fresh YTD top touched the previous day. Hopes for a trade deal remain supportive of a positive risk tone and support the pair amid subdued USD demand. However, mixed signals regarding US-China trade talks act as a headwind for the Aussie.

AUD/USD News
USD/JPY consolidates above 142.00 as traders keenly await BoJ policy update

USD/JPY consolidates above 142.00 as traders keenly await BoJ policy update

USD/JPY struggles to capitalize on the previous day's modest uptick and oscillates in a narrow band on Wednesday as traders move to the sidelines ahead of the crucial BoJ policy meeting. The divergent BoJ-Fed expectations and trade-related uncertainties support the JPY and cap the pair amid the underlying USD bearish sentiment. 

USD/JPY News
Gold drifts lower to near $3,310 ahead of key US data releases

Gold drifts lower to near $3,310 ahead of key US data releases

Gold price extends the decline to near $3,315 during the early Asian session on Wednesday. The precious metal edges lower amid easing trade tensions and better risk sentiment in global markets. Traders will keep an eye on the US ADP Employment Change, PCE and the flash Q1 GDP reports later on the day. 

Gold News
Australia CPI expected to show inflation eased further in Q1, backing case for more rate cuts

Australia CPI expected to show inflation eased further in Q1, backing case for more rate cuts

Australia will release multiple inflation figures on Wednesday and financial markets anticipate price pressures easing further at the beginning of 2025, paving the way for additional Reserve Bank of Australia interest rate cuts.

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May flashlight for the FOMC blackout period – Waiting for the fog to lift

May flashlight for the FOMC blackout period – Waiting for the fog to lift

We expect the FOMC will leave its target range for the federal funds rate unchanged at 4.25-4.50% at its upcoming meeting on May 6-7, a view widely shared by financial markets and economists. Market pricing currently implies only a 9% probability of the FOMC cutting the fed funds rate by 25 bps.

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