Forex news

On 3 November, Americans vote for a new Congress. Mexico and South Africa get no ballot, yet their currencies will live with the result.

Markets face key tests next week with several central banks reporting their latest monetary policy decisions alongside Big Tech earnings.

Markets await the US CPI data for September to determine whether the latest inflationary pressures are primarily the result of higher energy prices or evidence of more persistent underlying inflation.

The US Dollar Index (DXY) tracks the dollar against major currencies. In September 2026, it traded higher after the Fed’s first rate hike since 2023, alongside lower oil prices. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.

USD/JPY rebounds as the Fed and BOJ deliver two very different rate hikes.

A busy week of central bank meetings leaves markets on firmer footing despite several rate hikes and hawkish messaging.

Markets expect the BOE to keep rates unchanged despite rising inflation as the labour market shows signs of continued weakness.

The Japanese Yen continues to strengthen as BoJ officials hint at further tightening.

USD/JPY is trading at 159.34 JPY as Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Ryozo Himino speaks in Saitama, ahead of Fed Chair Kevin Warsh’s Jackson Hole remarks on 28 August. Explore third-party USD/JPY price targets and technical analysis. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.

USDJPY hovers near 160 as traders focus on the lates inflation data from Japan