Gold Sees Heavy Selling Ahead Of Key FOMC Minutes Event

The 4-hour chart of XAU/USD indicates that the price even declined below $4,550, the 100 Simple Moving Average (red, 4 hours), and the 200 Simple Moving Average (green, 4 hours). A low was formed at $4,480, and the price is now consolidating losses.

Date: 20.05.2026 | Source: actionforex.com

Kihara Expects Bank of Japan to Align with Government on Monetary Policy

Kihara anticipates that the Bank of Japan will collaborate closely with the government to uphold a monetary policy aimed at achieving its inflation targets. This signals continued commitment to managing inflation through coordinated efforts.

Date: 20.05.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD steadies near $74.00; ascending channel breakdown in play

Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD steadies near $74.00; ascending channel breakdown in play

Date: 20.05.2026 | Source: fxstreet.com

US to Reduce Troops in Europe to Lowest Level Since Pre-Ukraine Invasion

The United States plans to cut its military presence in Europe to the lowest level since before the Ukraine invasion, according to the Financial Times. This move signals a shift in US defense posture amid ongoing regional tensions.

Date: 20.05.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

Metals Suffer from Their Upside Fake-Out: Silver (XAG/USD) and Gold (XAU/USD) Outlook

Precious metals surged higher last week, only to quickly reverse and drop due to weak price levels. It looked like metals were gaining control, with strong rallies reaching new two-month highs.

Date: 20.05.2026 | Source: actionforex.com

PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 6.8397 vs. 6.8375 previous

PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 6.8397 vs. 6.8375 previous

Date: 20.05.2026 | Source: fxstreet.com

The Warsh Trade and the US Dollar: EUR/USD, GBP/USD and Dollar Index Overview

Kevin Warsh was confirmed as the next Federal Reserve Chairman after a lengthy, unpredictable political process and financial markets are already experiencing significant changes.

Date: 20.05.2026 | Source: actionforex.com

EU Lawmakers Reach Provisional Agreement on EU–US Trade Deal Legislation

EU lawmakers have agreed provisionally on legislation related to the EU–US trade deal, according to the Cyprus EU Council Presidency. This development marks a significant step forward in formalizing trade relations between the EU and the US.

Date: 20.05.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

EU and US Reach Deal to Stabilize Trade Ties with Ongoing Negotiations

The European People’s Party announced a deal aimed at stabilizing trade relations between the EU and the US, while allowing for continued discussions on unresolved issues. This agreement is expected to improve economic cooperation between the two entities.

Date: 20.05.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

US-EU Reach Agreement on Tariffs, Boosting Stability for European Businesses

The European People’s Party announced that an agreement on US tariffs has been secured, offering greater clarity and stability for European companies engaged in transatlantic trade. This development is expected to improve the business environment between the US and Europe.

Date: 20.05.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

Quotes

Instrument Price Change (%)
EURUSD 1.160080 -0.049972%
GBPUSD 1.339330 -0.007466%
USDJPY 158.901000 -0.084886%
XAUUSD 4461.105000 -0.46875%
USDCAD 1.375450 +0.077125%
NZDUSD 0.582550 -0.24996%
USDCHF 0.789760 +0.15218%
AUDUSD 0.709900 -0.16677%
EURGBP 0.866100 -0.001155%
EURJPY 184.344000 -0.15761%
GBPJPY 212.820000 -0.13795%
AUDJPY 112.806000 -0.21054%
CADJPY 115.515000 -0.17284%
CHFJPY 201.196000 -0.20535%
NZDJPY 92.570000 -0.27578%
GBPCHF 1.057740 +0.12969%
EURCHF 0.916150 +0.083025%
USDMXN 17.414000 +0.13041%
USDZAR 16.718700 -0.006579%
USDTRY 45.585900 +0.017552%
USDRUB 71.193600 -0.001545%
USDSEK 9.408500 +0.15425%
USDCNY 6.810000 -0.057236%

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