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EUR/JPY snaps three-day losing streak as solid JGB auction weakens the Yen

December 2, 2025, 1:08:34 PM UTC
The Euro (EUR) edges higher against the Japanese Yen (JPY) on Tuesday as the Yen weakens in response to easing Japanese Government Bond (JGB) yields after the latest 10-year auction sees solid demand. At the time of writing, EUR/JPY is trading around 186.29, snapping a three-day losing streak.
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Singapore Manufacturing PMI up to 50.2 in November from previous 50.1

December 2, 2025, 1:02:45 PM UTC
Singapore Manufacturing PMI up to 50.2 in November from previous 50.1
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EUR/USD holds near highs with risk aversion easing

December 2, 2025, 12:43:12 PM UTC
EUR/USD remains little changed on the daily chart on Tuesday, trading at 1.1605 ahead of the US session opening after pulling back from the 1.1650 area on Monday. The unexpected uptick in Eurozone inflation and the higher Unemployment Rate have been practically unnoticed by the market.
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USD/CHF Price Forecast: Looking for direction around 0.8050

December 2, 2025, 12:26:20 PM UTC
The US Dollar remains practically flat around 0.8050 on Tuesday after whipsawing between 0.8070 and 0.8000 over the previous two trading days.
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EUR/GBP rises as Eurozone inflation lifts Euro, BoE rate cut bets weigh on Pound

December 2, 2025, 12:12:08 PM UTC
EUR/GBP trades slightly higher on Tuesday, around 0.8800 at the time of writing, up about 0.15% on the day.
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Brazil Industrial Output (YoY) came in at -0.5%, below expectations (0.2%) in October

December 2, 2025, 12:00:42 PM UTC
Brazil Industrial Output (YoY) came in at -0.5%, below expectations (0.2%) in October
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Brazil Industrial Output (MoM) came in at 0.1% below forecasts (0.4%) in October

December 2, 2025, 12:00:36 PM UTC
Brazil Industrial Output (MoM) came in at 0.1% below forecasts (0.4%) in October
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USD/JPY retraces after BoJ rate hike boost – BBH

December 2, 2025, 11:58:52 AM UTC
USD/JPY reversed most of yesterday’s dip as markets digested BoJ Governor Ueda’s hawkish comments boosting December rate hike expectations, BBH FX analysts report.
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EUR/USD holds tight around 1.1610 – BBH

December 2, 2025, 11:55:20 AM UTC
EUR/USD remains range-bound near 1.1610, with support at 1.1500 and resistance at the 100-day moving average of 1.1644. Eurozone November CPI data reinforces the ECB’s on-hold stance, with headline inflation at 2.2% y/y and core CPI steady at 2.4% y/y, BBH FX analysts report.
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USD bounces, but remains below 200-DMA – BBH

December 2, 2025, 11:52:16 AM UTC
US Dollar (USD) bounced off mid-November lows yesterday but has yet to reclaim its 200-day moving average. 10-year Treasury yields steadied around 4.09% after rising nearly 10bps yesterday as heavy corporate borrowing drew demand away from government bonds.
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Pound Sterling weakens against US Dollar ahead of key US data

December 2, 2025, 11:45:43 AM UTC
The Pound Sterling (GBP) drops to near 1.3190 against the US Dollar (USD) during the European trading session on Tuesday. The GBP/USD pair falls as the US Dollar extends Monday's recovery move despite weak United States (US) ISM Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) data for November.
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Gold retreats from six-week highs with Fed cut bets limiting downside

December 2, 2025, 11:44:41 AM UTC
Gold (XAU/USD) edges lower on Tuesday as traders lock in some profits following Monday’s surge to six-week highs. At the time of writing, XAU/USD is trading near $4,197, down nearly 0.95% on the day.
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 USD/JPY picks up to levels past 156.00 amid an improving market mood

December 2, 2025, 11:37:00 AM UTC
The US Dollar remains bid against a softening Japanese Yen on Tuesday's European trading session. A somewhat brighter market mood is weighing on JPY, and provides support to the Greenback to extend its recovery from Monday’s lows near 154.65 to levels above 156.00 at the time of writing.
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ECB’s Nagel: German economy may grow by over 1% in 2027

December 2, 2025, 11:33:32 AM UTC
European Central Bank (ECB) Governing Council (GC) member Joachim Nagel said during Tuesday’s European session that inflation in the Eurozone is practically at target and will stay near these levels.
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Gold Price Forecast: XAU/USD faces selling pressure above $4,200 as US Dollar rebounds

December 2, 2025, 11:20:38 AM UTC
Gold price (XAU/USD) is down 1% to near $4,180.00 during the European trading session on Tuesday. The yellow metal slumps after failing to hold above $4,200 as the US Dollar (USD) bounces back despite weak United States (US) ISM manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) data for November.
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Italy Producer Price Index (MoM): -0.2% (October) vs previous 0.2%

December 2, 2025, 11:01:34 AM UTC
Italy Producer Price Index (MoM): -0.2% (October) vs previous 0.2%
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Italy Producer Price Index (YoY) fell from previous 1.1% to 0.1% in October

December 2, 2025, 11:01:28 AM UTC
Italy Producer Price Index (YoY) fell from previous 1.1% to 0.1% in October
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Euro-area inflation holds at ECB target in November – Nordea

December 2, 2025, 10:51:47 AM UTC
The Euro-area flash inflation estimate for November remained close to the ECB’s target at 2% y/y, supporting an ECB that is on hold unless new shocks appear.
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WTI Oil declines amid US Dollar strength, OPEC+ stability

December 2, 2025, 10:47:18 AM UTC
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) US Oil trades around $59.20 on Tuesday at the time of writing, down 0.20% on the day.
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JPY strengthens as BoJ signals December rate hike – MUFG

December 2, 2025, 10:46:00 AM UTC
The Japanese Yen (JPY) has continued to trade at stronger levels overnight following yesterday’s gain’s triggered by the clear signal from Governor Ueda that the BoJ is planning to resume rate hikes this month.
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USD/JPY focuses on policy divergence amid JGB volatility – DBS

December 2, 2025, 10:41:06 AM UTC
USD/JPY remains sensitive to monetary policy divergence this month, as bets for a December 10 Fed rate cut and a December 19 BOJ hike gain traction, supporting Tokyo’s effort to stabilize the Japanese Yen (JPY).
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Spain 12-Month Letras Auction remains unchanged at 1.99%

December 2, 2025, 10:27:53 AM UTC
Spain 12-Month Letras Auction remains unchanged at 1.99%
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Spain 6-Month Letras Auction declined to 1.931% from previous 1.944%

December 2, 2025, 10:27:51 AM UTC
Spain 6-Month Letras Auction declined to 1.931% from previous 1.944%
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BoE’s Bailey: Stresses on maintaining financial stability

December 2, 2025, 10:26:53 AM UTC
Bank of England (BoE) Governor Andrew Bailey stated during the European trading session on Tuesday that the focus on maintaining financial stability has become more important than ever, given increased risks.
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GBP strengthens on relief rally after UK Autumn Statement – MUFG

December 2, 2025, 10:24:06 AM UTC
The Pound Sterling (GBP) rose this week following relief over the UK Autumn Statement and broad USD weakness, pushing cable above 1.3275 and further away from early November lows.
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USD/CAD extends gains beyond 1.4000 as Oil’s recovery loses steam

December 2, 2025, 10:13:17 AM UTC
The US Dollar is trading higher for the second consecutive day against the Canadian Dollar, reaching levels past 1.4000 during the European morning trading.
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Eurozone flash headline HICP rises by 2.2%, faster than 2.1% in October

December 2, 2025, 10:06:49 AM UTC
Annual Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) in the Eurozone, as measured by changes in the prices of a representative basket of goods and services in the European Monetary Union, rises by 2.2%, faster than estimates and the prior release of 2.1%. On month, the headline HICP deflated by 0.3%.
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Eurozone Core Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (MoM) fell from previous 0.3% to -0.5% in November

December 2, 2025, 10:01:40 AM UTC
Eurozone Core Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (MoM) fell from previous 0.3% to -0.5% in November
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Eurozone Core Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (YoY) came in at 2.4% below forecasts (2.5%) in November

December 2, 2025, 10:01:21 AM UTC
Eurozone Core Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (YoY) came in at 2.4% below forecasts (2.5%) in November
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Eurozone Unemployment Rate above expectations (6.3%) in October: Actual (6.4%)

December 2, 2025, 10:00:36 AM UTC
Eurozone Unemployment Rate above expectations (6.3%) in October: Actual (6.4%)
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