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Yen Holds Near 160 as Rate Hike Debate Intensifies in Asia
The Japanese yen remains close to 160 per US dollar as policymakers weigh further Bank of Japan rate hikes, while renewed geopolitical tensions and shifting US interest rate expectations add to currency market uncertainty
Australian Dollar Rises as Inflation Surprises, US Dollar Holds Steady
Australia's dollar climbed to a near three-month high after inflation data exceeded forecasts, prompting speculation about further rate hikes. Meanwhile, the US dollar remained stable as markets awaited key US inflation figures and central bank signals
Canadian Dollar Faces Trade War Scenarios as CIBC Sets Limits
CIBC Capital Markets outlines three possible paths for the Canadian dollar as trade tensions with the US escalate, projecting that even in the most severe case, losses will be contained and the USD/CAD rate will not exceed 1.41
GBP/CAD Poised for Upside as Canada-US Trade Talks Collapse
The Pound-to-Canadian Dollar rate is testing resistance after Canada-US trade negotiations broke down and new tariffs took effect, with markets now watching for Canadian retaliation and the next move in the currency pair
Canadian Dollar Holds Firm as Energy Costs Push Inflation to 3.0%
Canada's inflation rate accelerated to 3.0% in July, driven by surging energy prices, but the Canadian Dollar's gains remained limited as core inflation stayed near the Bank of Canada's target, reducing pressure for an immediate rate hike
Pound Weakens Against Canadian Dollar as Tariffs and Inflation Loom
The pound-to-Canadian dollar rate has slipped below key support as Canadian inflation and a US tariff deadline approach, raising new questions about the near-term direction for GBP/CAD and the resilience of sterling.
Canadian Dollar Briefly Strengthens as July Inflation Exceeds Forecasts
Canada's dollar touched its highest level since early June after July inflation data surpassed expectations, but the gains faded as markets weighed stable core inflation and upcoming trade risks
Pound Sterling Holds Near 1.35 as UK Growth Data Fails to Convince
Sterling remains close to 1.35 against the US dollar after UK GDP growth outpaces expectations, but uneven gains and cautious market sentiment highlight ongoing risks from inflation, energy prices, and global economic uncertainty
USD/CAD Outlook: UBS Sees Room for Dollar Gains on Rate Gap
UBS expects the US dollar to strengthen against the Canadian dollar, citing interest rate differentials and a cautious stance from both central banks as key factors shaping the USD/CAD exchange rate in the coming months
National Bank of Canada Unifies Fund Services With Multifonds Platform
National Bank of Canada is overhauling its fund and ETF administration by adopting Multifonds' centralized platform, aiming to streamline operations, reduce manual processes, and strengthen oversight across multiple jurisdictions
Canadian Dollar Expected to Stay Stable Before Modest Strengthening
Analysts anticipate the Canadian dollar will hold its ground against the US dollar in the coming months, with only gradual appreciation forecast over the next year as economic differences between Canada and the US narrow