US Maintains China Tariffs Ahead of Trump-Xi Meeting

The United States has decided to keep tariffs on Chinese goods unchanged as it prepares for a crucial meeting between President Trump and President Xi. This move signals a cautious approach in trade negotiations between the two economic powers.

Date: 26.02.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

Oil Prices Steady Near $66 Ahead of US-Iran Nuclear Talks Amid Sanctions Concerns

Oil prices remained steady near $66 per barrel ahead of nuclear negotiations between the US and Iran in Geneva. President Trump warned of potential consequences if no deal is reached, while new sanctions and increased Middle East exports are causing market uncertainty.

Date: 26.02.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

Gold Prices Steady Near $5,170 Amid US Iran Sanctions and Tariff Hikes

Gold prices remained close to $5,170 an ounce, supported by fresh US sanctions on Iran and President Trump's decision to increase global tariffs to 15%. The demand for safe-haven assets was further bolstered by a softer US dollar spot index.

Date: 26.02.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

Gold Holds Steady Near $5,170 Amid US Sanctions on Iran and Global Tariff Hike Concerns

Gold prices stabilized close to $5,170 an ounce as traders assessed the impact of new US sanctions on Iran and President Trump's efforts to increase global tariffs to 15%. Meanwhile, the US dollar index experienced a slight decline amid these developments.

Date: 25.02.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

USD/CNY: Gradual decline toward 6.7 – TD Securities

USD/CNY: Gradual decline toward 6.7 – TD Securities

Date: 25.02.2026 | Source: fxstreet.com

IMF's Georgieva Highlights US Inflation Impact from Tariffs and Large Current Account Deficit

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva notes that US goods inflation has been influenced by tariffs and warns that the current account deficit is excessively large. She also states that a federal funds rate of 3.25%–3.5% aligns with full employment and emphasizes the need for decisive measures to reduce US public debt.

Date: 25.02.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

Gold gains above $5,150 as US tariff uncertainty drive demand, eyes on US-Iran talks

Gold gains above $5,150 as US tariff uncertainty drive demand, eyes on US-Iran talks

Date: 25.02.2026 | Source: fxstreet.com

USD/THB: BOT cut tempers Baht strength – BBH

USD/THB: BOT cut tempers Baht strength – BBH

Date: 25.02.2026 | Source: fxstreet.com

IMF Supports U.S. Concerns on Trade Deficits and Advocates for Fiscal Discipline

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva echoes U.S. worries about trade and current account deficits, emphasizing the need for decisive measures to reduce public debt. She also states that a federal funds rate of 3.25%–3.5% aligns with full employment and highlights the impact of tariffs on U.S. goods inflation.

Date: 25.02.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

AUD/JPY Price Forecast: Skyrockets past 111.00 on hot Aussie CPI

AUD/JPY Price Forecast: Skyrockets past 111.00 on hot Aussie CPI

Date: 25.02.2026 | Source: fxstreet.com

Quotes

Instrument Price Change (%)
EURUSD 1.181690 +0.057578%
GBPUSD 1.355870 +0.007376%
USDJPY 156.043000 +0.15533%
XAUUSD 5184.520000 +0.40553%
USDCAD 1.367240 -0.003657%
NZDUSD 0.599980 +0.58065%
USDCHF 0.772080 -0.1939%
AUDUSD 0.712450 +0.8758%
EURGBP 0.871450 -0.066511%
EURJPY 184.383000 +0.50311%
GBPJPY 211.572000 +0.67522%
AUDJPY 111.169000 +1.09857%
CADJPY 114.130000 +0.38525%
CHFJPY 202.069000 +0.26664%
NZDJPY 93.615000 +0.74904%
GBPCHF 1.046830 +0.2778%
EURCHF 0.912320 +0.18009%
USDMXN 17.160100 -0.013103%
USDZAR 15.847380 -0.64731%
USDTRY 43.854600 +0.012315%
USDRUB 77.244600 +0.85468%
USDSEK 9.013050 -0.15597%
USDCNY 6.868700 +0%

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