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USD Faces Uncertainty as Trump's Iran Address Keeps Safe-Haven Flows in Focus

The US dollar remains in a holding pattern as markets brace for President Trump's scheduled address to the nation at 0100 GMT, promising "important updates" on the US-Iran conflict. The geopolitical tension has been a dominant driver of safe-haven flows, benefiting traditional refuge currencies such as JPY and CHF while keeping risk-sensitive pairs like AUD/USD and NZD/USD under pressure. Gold has also seen elevated demand amid the uncertainty. The tone of Trump's address will be critical — any indication of de-escalation could trigger a reversal in safe-haven positioning, weakening JPY and CHF while boosting risk appetite and commodity currencies. Conversely, an escalatory tone could deepen the flight to safety and pressure USD/JPY toward lower levels. Oil prices remain elevated on supply disruption fears, adding an inflationary dimension that complicates the Federal Reserve's policy calculus. Traders should prepare for heightened volatility across major pairs immediately following the address, with USD/JPY, EUR/USD, and AUD/USD likely to see the sharpest reactions.
USDJPY EURUSD AUDUSD NZDUSD USDCHF
Sentiment: Neutral
Source: Finnhub
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USD/JPY, USD/SGD, USD/THB in Focus as Asian Retail FX Demand Surges

Asian retail forex trading demand is accelerating as OneTwoMarkets expands its multi-asset instrument coverage to over 45 currency pairs, highlighting growing interest in both major and exotic Asian crosses. The platform expansion underscores rising participation from retail traders across Asia, with particular focus on pairs including USD/JPY, USD/SGD, USD/THB, USD/MYR, and AUD/JPY. The move reflects broader industry trends as brokerages respond to surging demand for direct access to forex, commodities, and global indices. USD/JPY remains the most actively traded Asian pair, with the Bank of Japan's ongoing policy normalization and yen volatility continuing to attract speculative interest. Exotic pairs like USD/THB and USD/MYR are seeing increased volumes as Southeast Asian economies navigate divergent monetary policy cycles. AUD/JPY, a popular carry trade vehicle, also features prominently amid shifting risk sentiment. For traders, the expansion of retail access to these instruments signals deepening liquidity in Asian FX markets, though exotic pairs carry wider spreads and heightened volatility risk that require careful position sizing.
USDJPY USDSGD USDTHB USDMYR AUDJPY
Sentiment: Neutral
Source: Marketaux
Forexlive

USD/JPY, AUD/USD React as Hormuz Tensions Spike and China PMI Slows

Asia-Pacific forex markets are navigating heightened geopolitical risk as the UAE pushes to force the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, raising the prospect of a U.S.-Gulf coalition intervention. The disruption to one of the world's most critical oil chokepoints is sending shockwaves through commodity-linked and safe-haven currencies alike. Oil prices have surged on supply concerns, supporting commodity currencies like AUD and CAD while simultaneously boosting safe-haven demand for JPY and CHF. Adding to the complex backdrop, China's Manufacturing PMI slowed to 50.8, still in expansion territory but below expectations, with cost pressures hitting a two-year high — a signal of mounting inflationary headwinds for the region's largest economy. The yuan faces downward pressure as economic momentum fades, while USD/JPY is caught between competing forces of risk aversion and dollar strength. Near-term, traders should monitor Hormuz developments closely, as sustained disruption could trigger broader risk-off flows benefiting JPY. AUD/USD may find support from elevated commodity prices but faces headwinds from slowing Chinese demand.
USDJPY AUDUSD USDCNH USDCHF USDCAD
Sentiment: Negative
Source: Finnhub
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