Europe's central bank holds rates steady amid swings in oil prices

The European Central Bank left interest rates unchanged Thursday amid uncertainty about how volatile energy prices will affect inflation. The central bank for the 21 countries that use the euro currency left its benchmark rate unchanged at 2.25% following a quarter-point hike at its previous meeting June 11. Analysts say the bank may simply be taking a pause to gather more information amid swings in oil prices, which fell after announcement of a ceasefire but then rose again when the ceasefire agreement collapsed and fighting resumed.

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23 Jul, 2026
/ 12:16

ECB’s Next Move: Patience in July, Flexibility Later

The ECB is likely to hold rates steady today, and avoid premature signals on September policy as energy risks, Iran tensions and a weaker euro keep inflation uncertainty alive.

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23 Jul, 2026
/ 11:18

US Dollar Price Forecast: ECB Decision Looms – Can GBP/USD and EUR/USD Break Out?

The ECB rate decision and strong U.S. data keep forex markets on edge. Explore the latest outlook for DXY, EUR/USD and GBP/USD.

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23 Jul, 2026
/ 06:57

EUR/USD, GBP/USD, and USD/CHF Forecasts – US Dollar Dominates on Rate Yields

Interest rates in America continue to put bearish pressure on some currencies.

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22 Jul, 2026
/ 13:39

US Dollar Price Forecast: Fed and ECB Rate Decisions – Are GBP/USD and EUR/USD at a Turning Point?

Fed and ECB policy meetings headline the week as DXY holds its uptrend. Explore the latest outlook for DXY, EUR/USD and GBP/USD.

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22 Jul, 2026
/ 05:56

U.S. Dollar Gains Ground As Oil Prices Test New Highs: Analysis For EUR/USD, GBP/USD, USD/CAD, USD/JPY

Rising demand for safe-haven assets provided support to the American currency.

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21 Jul, 2026
/ 16:46

Where are Europe's households most indebted? Not where you would think

Europe's household debt map reveals a surprising north-south divide. Discover the latest Eurostat figures and the 10 most indebted countries.View on euronews

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21 Jul, 2026
/ 07:41

British Pound Rises as Burnham to Become U.K. Prime Minister

Sterling rose as Andy Burnham was set to become the U.K.'s prime minister Monday. It completes a surprisingly smooth transition of power from Keir Starmer who announced his resignation as prime minister last month, Commerzbank's Thu Lan Nguyen said in a note. The market appears to be betting that the period of political turmoil and recurring scandals in recent years is coming to an end, she said.

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20 Jul, 2026
/ 09:38

US Dollar Price Forecast: Inflation Risks Lift DXY – Can GBP/USD and EUR/USD Hold Up?

Strong U.S. data and rising inflation risks support the dollar as traders reassess Fed rate cuts. Explore the latest outlook for DXY, EUR/USD and GBP/USD.

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20 Jul, 2026
/ 08:23

US Dollar Price Forecast: Retail Sales Boost DXY – What’s Next for GBP/USD and EUR/USD?

Strong U.S. retail sales and resilient jobless claims reinforce the Fed’s cautious stance. Explore the latest outlook for DXY, EUR/USD and GBP/USD.

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17 Jul, 2026
/ 07:13

U.S. Dollar Moves Higher As Retail Sales Meet Estimates: Analysis For EUR/USD, GBP/USD, USD/CAD, USD/JPY

The American currency gains ground, supported by rising Treasury yields.

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16 Jul, 2026
/ 16:37

EUR/USD Outlook: Why European Gas Prices Could Become the Euro’s Biggest Driver

The key risk for euro bulls is that a prolonged energy shock eventually shifts the market’s focus away from higher interest rates and back toward recession risks.

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16 Jul, 2026
/ 14:56

EUR/USD, USD/CAD, and AUD/USD Forecasts – Major Pairs Test Key Moving Average Bounds

The US dollar is choppy overall in early trading on Thursday, as markets try to determine their next move.

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16 Jul, 2026
/ 13:32

US Dollar Price Forecast: Retail Sales Could Decide DXY What’s Next for GBP/USD and EUR/USD?

U.S. retail sales and jobless claims could reshape Fed rate expectations. See the latest outlook for DXY, EUR/USD and GBP/USD.

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16 Jul, 2026
/ 07:30

U.S. Dollar Retreats As Producer Prices Drop: Analysis For EUR/USD, GBP/USD, USD/CAD, USD/JPY

The American currency pulled back as PPI report missed analyst estimates.

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15 Jul, 2026
/ 16:52

US Dollar Price Forecast: Cooling Inflation Challenges DXY – Are GBP/USD and EUR/USD Ready to Rally?

Softer U.S. inflation reshapes Fed expectations as DXY consolidates below $101.22. See the latest outlook for EUR/USD and GBP/USD.

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15 Jul, 2026
/ 07:44

US Dollar Price Forecast: DXY Eyes $103 Ahead of US CPI and Fed Signals; EUR/USD and GBP/USD Consolidate

Meta: US dollar remains supported by hawkish Federal Reserve expectations, with traders focused on US CPI data and Fed commentary for the next directional move.

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14 Jul, 2026
/ 05:27

Forex Forecasts – Greenback Momentum Tests Key Support and Moving Averages

With the strikes over the weekend in Iran, it’s not a surprise to see choppy action to start the week in the currency markets.

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13 Jul, 2026
/ 12:44

US Dollar Price Forecast: Risk Sentiment Shifts After FOMC Minutes — GBP/USD and EUR/USD Outlook?

With strong U.S. fundamentals, fiscal deficits, and reserve-currency status, the Dollar responded to FOMC minutes amid shifting risk sentiment. DXY held steady at $101.07, EUR/USD defended blue trendline support, and GBP/USD maintained bullish structure above $1.3388. Full technical analysis inside.

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13 Jul, 2026
/ 06:55

US Dollar Price Forecast: Dollar Firms Amid Sticky Inflation – GBP/USD and EUR/USD Next Move?

The US Dollar remained firm amid sticky core inflation and monetary policy divergence. DXY held at $100.79 inside a blue ascending channel while EUR/USD held $1.1440 support and GBP/USD defended $1.3422 resistance zone. Technical setups and trade ideas inside.

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10 Jul, 2026
/ 08:17

European Parliament clears path for digital euro talks

The ECB plans a potential full launch of digital euro in 2029.

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10 Jul, 2026
/ 07:41

Pound Mostly Steady After Weaker GDP

Preliminary British GDP for last quarter was lower than expected at 0.1%, barely above stagnation.

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15 Feb, 2026
/ 16:56

ECB holds interest rates at 2% after eurozone inflation drops in January

Rates across the eurozone have been paused for a fifth consecutive time since June last year.

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05 Feb, 2026
/ 13:16

Eurozone economy expands 0.3% in final quarter of 2025, above expectations

The figures signal resilience for the economic bloc, where 350 million people live, which has been rocked by threats from US president Donald Trump of ever escalating tariffs.

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30 Jan, 2026
/ 12:33

Mixed Performance by the Pound After Weaker Job Data

Although the British job report was mostly negative, inflation rose more than expected to 3.4%

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23 Jan, 2026
/ 16:04

Limited Downside for the Pound Despite Weaker Jobs and GDP

Increasing signs of economic slowdown come ahead of likely tax hikes this month.

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14 Nov, 2025
/ 14:37

Gold holds five-day rally amid bets on Fed interest rate cut and US shutdown

Gold prices steadied on Thursday after a five-day rally that saw it reach successive records.

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02 Oct, 2025
/ 10:34