German Foreign Minister Calls Suspending Trade Clause with Israel 'Inappropriate'

The German Foreign Minister stated that suspending the trade clause in the European Partnership Agreement with Israel would be inappropriate, emphasizing the importance of maintaining current trade relations. This stance suggests a commitment to continued economic cooperation between the EU and Israel.

Date: 21.04.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

Von der Leyen Stresses Completing European Integration to Counter External Influences

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized the importance of completing the European continent's integration to reduce influence from Russia, Türkiye, and China. This highlights the EU's strategic focus on unity and resilience against geopolitical pressures.

Date: 21.04.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

ECB's De Guindos Urges Caution on Interest Rate Decisions

European Central Bank's Vice President Luis de Guindos emphasized the need for a calm and cautious approach regarding interest rate policies amid economic uncertainties. He highlighted the importance of careful assessment before making further rate adjustments.

Date: 21.04.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

US Dollar Price Forecast: DXY Tests $98.30 as Hormuz Blockade Returns – Are GBP/USD and EUR/USD Safe?

The US Dollar Index (DXY) stabilizes at 98.16 as the Strait of Hormuz re-closes and naval tensions spike. Will EUR/USD and GBP/USD bulls defend their key trendlines?

Date: 21.04.2026 | Source: fxempire.com

Gold (XAUUSD) & Silver Price Forecast: Gold Dips to $4,780 as Hormuz Blockade Reasserts – Is a Surge to $5,000 Next?

Gold (XAUUSD) slides to $4,780 as the US seizure of the Iranian ship Touska reignites inflation jitters. Discover the technical levels for the April 22 ceasefire deadline.

Date: 21.04.2026 | Source: fxempire.com

USD/JPY: Sideways trade with upside risk capped – UOB

USD/JPY: Sideways trade with upside risk capped – UOB

Date: 21.04.2026 | Source: fxstreet.com

BOJ to Maintain Current Interest Rates in April, Says Nikkei

The Bank of Japan has decided to hold its interest rates steady in April, according to Nikkei. This decision signals a continuation of the current monetary policy stance amid economic uncertainties.

Date: 21.04.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

USD/CAD Price Forecast: Remains on the defensive as bearish bias persists below 100-day EMA

USD/CAD Price Forecast: Remains on the defensive as bearish bias persists below 100-day EMA

Date: 21.04.2026 | Source: fxstreet.com

EUR/GBP keeps hovering below 0.8720 as UK employment data supports Pound

EUR/GBP keeps hovering below 0.8720 as UK employment data supports Pound

Date: 21.04.2026 | Source: fxstreet.com

GBP/JPY extends the range play below 215.00; moves little after mixed UK jobs data

GBP/JPY extends the range play below 215.00; moves little after mixed UK jobs data

Date: 21.04.2026 | Source: fxstreet.com

Quotes

Instrument Price Change (%)
EURUSD 1.176100 -0.22228%
GBPUSD 1.349910 -0.25271%
USDJPY 159.238000 +0.31182%
XAUUSD 4786.300000 -0.70154%
USDCAD 1.365920 +0.12241%
NZDUSD 0.590060 +0.18507%
USDCHF 0.780470 +0.32393%
AUDUSD 0.715110 -0.36365%
EURGBP 0.871200 +0.10916%
EURJPY 187.273000 +0.090324%
GBPJPY 214.954000 +0.05772%
AUDJPY 113.870000 +0.021081%
CADJPY 116.571000 +0.27182%
CHFJPY 204.015000 +0.051493%
NZDJPY 93.951000 +0.5458%
GBPCHF 1.053600 +0.048429%
EURCHF 0.917910 +0.086139%
USDMXN 17.322100 +0.17407%
USDZAR 16.374180 +0.20305%
USDTRY 44.890000 +0.063975%
USDRUB 74.540000 -0.59345%
USDSEK 9.158500 +0.35744%
USDCNY 6.815700 -0.01467%

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