AUD/JPY's 36-Year Peak and Why It Is More than A Carry Trade

The AUD/JPY currency pair has certainly captured market attention this month. From early April 2026, the Australian dollar has strengthened over 3.5% against the Japanese yen, presently hovering around the 113.50 mark.

Date: 15.04.2026 | Source: investingcube.com

Fed Faces Conflict Between Inflation and Employment Goals

The Federal Reserve is currently experiencing a clash between its inflation control measures and job market objectives, complicating its policy decisions. This tension highlights the challenges in balancing economic growth and price stability.

Date: 15.04.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

ECB's Kazaks Positive on Stable Core Inflation

ECB's Kazaks expressed a positive outlook on the stability of core inflation, signaling confidence in current monetary conditions. This stability may influence future ECB policy decisions.

Date: 15.04.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

ECB's Kazaks Says April May Be Too Early for Policy Measures

ECB Governing Council member Martins Kazaks indicated that the central bank will assess whether implementing measures in April is premature. This suggests caution in adjusting monetary policy timing amid current economic conditions.

Date: 15.04.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

AUD/USD: Consolidation May Precede Final Push Towards 2026 Peak

AUD/USD keeps firm tone and hit new (marginally higher) one-month high on Wednesday, underpinned by renewed risk appetite on growing hopes on a peace solution between the US and Iran.

Date: 15.04.2026 | Source: actionforex.com

IMF Reports Global Government Debt Rising to 93.9% of GDP in 2025, Projected to Reach 102.3% by 2031

The IMF has announced that global government debt is expected to increase from 92% of GDP in 2024 to 93.9% in 2025, with projections indicating a rise to 102.3% by 2031. This trend highlights growing fiscal pressures worldwide.

Date: 15.04.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

IMF Forecasts Global Government Debt to Reach 100% of GDP by 2029

The IMF predicts that global government debt will rise to 100% of GDP by 2029, marking the highest level since World War II. This projection highlights increasing fiscal pressures worldwide amid economic challenges.

Date: 15.04.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

Fed's Hammack Highlights Balancing Act in Managing Fed Balance Sheet

Federal Reserve official Hammack emphasized the challenges involved in managing the Fed's balance sheet, indicating a careful approach is required to balance economic factors. This statement reflects ongoing considerations in monetary policy implementation.

Date: 15.04.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

Fed's Hammack Acknowledges Challenges in Policy Making

Federal Reserve official Hammack describes the current environment as a 'tough time' for making monetary policy decisions, highlighting uncertainties faced by the Fed. This underscores the complexities in navigating economic conditions amid evolving market dynamics.

Date: 15.04.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

Fed's Hammack Highlights Challenges of Supply Shocks for Monetary Policy

Federal Reserve official Hammack emphasized the difficulties supply shocks pose to effective monetary policy decisions. These disruptions complicate efforts to balance inflation control with economic growth.

Date: 15.04.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

Quotes

Instrument Price Change (%)
EURUSD 1.179560 -0.003391%
GBPUSD 1.356390 -0.013269%
USDJPY 159.002000 +0.13477%
XAUUSD 4819.260000 -0.46471%
USDCAD 1.376670 +0.008717%
NZDUSD 0.590070 +0.022036%
USDCHF 0.781320 +0.084544%
AUDUSD 0.714640 +0.29331%
EURGBP 0.869630 +0.079407%
EURJPY 187.551000 +0.16289%
GBPJPY 215.663000 +0.12303%
AUDJPY 113.630000 +0.46062%
CADJPY 115.499000 +0.14133%
CHFJPY 203.488000 +0.062943%
NZDJPY 93.822000 +0.16334%
GBPCHF 1.059780 +0.10296%
EURCHF 0.921670 +0.1184%
USDMXN 17.266910 +0.034241%
USDZAR 16.371600 +0.2351%
USDTRY 44.744900 +0.038008%
USDRUB 75.990000 +0.819%
USDSEK 9.192930 +0.26372%
USDCNY 6.819500 +0.064563%

Upcoming Important Events

Time Country Event Forecast Previous
16.04.2026
01:30 🇦🇺 Employment Change (Mar) 20 48.9
01:30 🇦🇺 Unemployment Rate (Mar) 4.3 4.3
02:00 GDP Growth Rate YoY (Q1) 4.8 4.5
02:00 Gross Domestic Product YoY (Q1) 4.8 4.5
02:00 Industrial Production YoY (Mar) 5.6 6.3
02:00 Retail Sales YoY (Mar) 2.3 2.8
02:00 Unemployment Rate (Mar) 5.2 5.3
06:00 🇬🇧 Goods Trade Balance (Feb) -20.2 -14.45
06:00 🇬🇧 Goods Trade Balance Non-EU (Feb) -9.2 -3.46
06:00 🇬🇧 Gross Domestic Product MoM (Feb) 0.1 0