AUD/CAD Reverses Lower as China Slowdown, RBA Pause, and Oil Surge Shift Momentum to Loonie

Australian Dollar weakened broadly in the Asian session as renewed selloff in regional equities, disappointing Chinese data, and softer near-term RBA tightening expectations combined to undermine sentiment toward the currency. At the same time, elevated oil prices continued supporting Canadian Dollar, building up the case for the case of a deeper correction in AUD/CAD.

Date: 19.05.2026 | Source: actionforex.com

Australian Dollar weakens despite hawkish RBA; AUD/USD slips below 0.7150 on firmer USD

Australian Dollar weakens despite hawkish RBA; AUD/USD slips below 0.7150 on firmer USD

Date: 19.05.2026 | Source: fxstreet.com

Euro weakens below 1.1650 as Iran uncertainty supports US Dollar

Euro weakens below 1.1650 as Iran uncertainty supports US Dollar

Date: 19.05.2026 | Source: fxstreet.com

Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD shows resilience below $77.00; 100-SMA on H4 holds the key

Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD shows resilience below $77.00; 100-SMA on H4 holds the key

Date: 19.05.2026 | Source: fxstreet.com

Japanese Yen Remains Weak Despite Strong GDP Growth

The Japanese Yen continues to trade subdued even after the release of stronger-than-expected GDP data, indicating limited market reaction to the positive economic news. This suggests other factors may be influencing the currency's performance.

Date: 19.05.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 6.8375 vs. 6.8435 previous

PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 6.8375 vs. 6.8435 previous

Date: 19.05.2026 | Source: fxstreet.com

Canadian Dollar slips as Iran peace hopes cap Oil; USD/CAD climbs to 1.3750 on firmer USD

Canadian Dollar slips as Iran peace hopes cap Oil; USD/CAD climbs to 1.3750 on firmer USD

Date: 19.05.2026 | Source: fxstreet.com

USD/JPY Surpasses 159 Level, Up 0.1% to 159.0050

The USD/JPY currency pair climbed past the 159 mark, increasing by 0.1% to reach 159.0050 yen. This movement indicates a strengthening of the US dollar against the Japanese yen.

Date: 19.05.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

Oil Prices Decline as Trump Delays Iran Strike, Easing Supply Disruption Concerns

Oil prices dropped following President Trump's decision to postpone a planned strike on Iran, reducing fears of immediate supply disruptions in the global oil market. The move has eased geopolitical tensions, contributing to a more stable energy outlook.

Date: 19.05.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

European Futures Indicate Positive Opening with Gains in Major Indexes

Futures for EuroSTOXX 50, FTSE, and DAX are signaling a positive start to the European trading session, with expected rises between 0.4% and 0.6%. This suggests optimism in European markets ahead of the open.

Date: 19.05.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

Quotes

Instrument Price Change (%)
EURUSD 1.164480 -0.098659%
GBPUSD 1.341700 -0.11316%
USDJPY 158.948000 +0.13356%
XAUUSD 4549.230000 -0.37077%
USDCAD 1.374430 +0.042945%
NZDUSD 0.585670 -0.34825%
USDCHF 0.785460 +0.18495%
AUDUSD 0.714230 -0.41491%
EURGBP 0.867870 +0.010371%
EURJPY 185.089000 -0.003782%
GBPJPY 213.253000 +0.047853%
AUDJPY 113.524000 -0.22938%
CADJPY 115.647000 +0.13681%
CHFJPY 202.347000 -0.032113%
NZDJPY 93.090000 -0.17051%
GBPCHF 1.053850 +0.14634%
EURCHF 0.914620 +0.044847%
USDMXN 17.294300 +0.21034%
USDZAR 16.636580 +0.32038%
USDTRY 45.578210 +0.015602%
USDRUB 72.440000 +0%
USDSEK 9.401300 +0.31595%
USDCNY 6.800000 +0.007353%

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