Monthly Archives: December 2025
41654156156Yen Volatility Persists Despite BoJ Hike to 30-Year High
Written on December 22, 2025 at 12:57 am, by pumarketings
Key Takeaways: *BoJ raises benchmark interest rate to 0.75%, the highest in 30 years. *Yen continues to struggle amid lack of clear forward guidance on further tightening. *The market weighs fiscal uncertainties and external risks, keeping currency swings elevated. Market Summary: The Japanese yen faced continued volatility last week despite the Bank of Japan’s historicContinue Reading
Pound Holds Steady as BoE Cuts Rates, Eyes Turn to UK GDP Report
Written on December 22, 2025 at 12:54 am, by pumarketings
Key Takeaways: *BoE cuts benchmark rate by 25bps to 3.75%, fourth reduction this year. *Concerns over wage growth and structural inflation suggest further cuts may be limited. *GBP/USD consolidates as the market awaits the UK GDP report. Market Summary: GBP/USD traded lower following the Bank of England’s surprise 25 basis-point rate cut to 3.75%, theContinue Reading
Dollar Edges Higher Ahead of Core PCE Data
Written on December 22, 2025 at 12:51 am, by pumarketings
Key Takeaways: *Dollar edges higher on bargain buying ahead of holiday season. *Softer U.S. inflation and housing data keep the long-term trend bearish. *Market eyes Core PCE Price Index release for guidance on Fed policy. Market Summary: The dollar index, tracking the greenback against a basket of six major currencies, rebounded modestly on Friday asContinue Reading
