Netherlands, The Manufacturing Output (MoM) down to -0.5% in November from previous 0.2%.Netherlands, The Manufacturing Output (MoM) down to -0.5% in November from previous 0.2%

It's the first NFP day for the year 2026.The inflation story might have stolen the spotlight for quite a while in the past two years but come what may, there's nothing quite like the US non-farm payrolls data. And now with the focus on the Fed outlook shifting back to the labour market, the report today will once again draw plenty of eyes and attention from markets across the globe.

Rupee steady; bankers stay wary of central bank intervention.The Indian rupee remained steady on Friday. Strong demand for US dollars at the daily reference rate is impacting the local currency.

South Korea to open FX market around the clock, in bid for MSCI upgrade.South Korea said on Friday it will open up its currency market to allow 24-hour trading starting in July, further removing restrictions on onshore trading in a bid to win an upgrade to developed-market status, the finance ministry said.

Indonesia Consumer Confidence down to 123.5 in December from previous 124.Indonesia Consumer Confidence down to 123.5 in December from previous 124

investingLive Asia-Pacific FX news wrap: Awaiting the US NFP data.Late in the US afternoon, Donald Trump delivered a headline-grabbing moment, announcing he had instructed representatives to buy $200bn in mortgage-backed securities, effectively proposing a form of QE-by-presidential directive. Trump framed the move as an effort to narrow mortgage spreads and reduce borrowing costs in order to restore housing affordability.

China avoids deflation in 2025 as inflation edges higher, easing still likely.China narrowly avoided outright deflation in 2025, with consumer inflation ending the year at its highest level in nearly three years, though, analysts at ING caution that price pressures remain subdued and well below levels seen in other major economies.

China's CPI Accelerated to 3-Year High in December 2025, But Deflation Woes Remain.China's consumer prices accelerated to their fastest pace in nearly three years in December while producer prices remained mired in deflation for a 40th consecutive month.

EUR/JPY Price Forecast: Rises above 183.00 to test nine-day EMA barrier.EUR/JPY Price Forecast: Rises above 183.00 to test nine-day EMA barrier

US Dollar Index rises to near 99.00 ahead of Nonfarm Payrolls.US Dollar Index rises to near 99.00 ahead of Nonfarm Payrolls

RBI backstop to temper rupee pressure from tepid Asia, outflows.The Indian rupee is poised inch higher on Friday on expectations of central bank support, which are likely to counter tepid Asian cues and continued portfolio outflows, traders said.

Goldman says NFP unlikely to shift April Fed cut unless data sharply surprises.Goldman Sachs said the upcoming US non-farm payrolls (NFP) report is unlikely to materially shift market expectations for Federal Reserve policy unless the data delivers a significant surprise, with current pricing already well anchored around a mid-year easing path.

China curbs rare-earth exports to Japan, Tokyo raises concerns with G7 and US.China has begun restricting exports of rare earths and rare-earth magnets to Japan, escalating a diplomatic and economic dispute and again demonstrating its willingness to use critical minerals as geopolitical leverage, according to reporting by the Wall Street Journal (gated).

China inflation hits near three-year high, but producer deflation signals weak demand.China's consumer inflation accelerated in December to its fastest pace in nearly three years, while factory-gate prices remained in deflation, underscoring the persistent imbalance between improving headline prices and still-weak underlying demand.

WTI faces rejection near 50-day SMA barrier, slides to sub-$58.00 levels.WTI faces rejection near 50-day SMA barrier, slides to sub-$58.00 levels

Breaking: China's CPI inflation picks up to 0.8% YoY in December vs. 0.9% expected.Breaking: China's CPI inflation picks up to 0.8% YoY in December vs. 0.9% expected

China Producer Price Index (YoY) came in at -1.9%, above expectations (-2%) in December.China Producer Price Index (YoY) came in at -1.9%, above expectations (-2%) in December

Chine December 2025 CPI +0.8% y/y (vs. 0.9% expected, prior of 0.7%).Just a post noting this data release. I'll be back with detail in a separate post.

Japanese Yen Forecast: Will USD/JPY Break Lower After Jobs Data?.Strong Japanese spending and weak wage growth send mixed signals to the BoJ, leaving USD/JPY sensitive to Fed rate cut expectations and jobs data.

Dollar advances with US jobs data, Supreme Court ruling in view.The U.S. dollar advanced at the start of the Asian session on Friday, as traders awaited the release of the latest U.S. jobs report and braced for a forthcoming U.S. Supreme Court decision on President Donald Trump's use of emergency tariff powers.

Ireland Consumer Confidence increased to 61.2 in December from previous 61.Ireland Consumer Confidence increased to 61.2 in December from previous 61

Japan JP Foreign Reserves declined to $1B in December from previous $1359.4B.Japan JP Foreign Reserves declined to $1B in December from previous $1359.4B

DATA: Japan Household Spending November 2025: +2.9% y/y (vs expected -0.9%, prior -3.0%).Just a post noting this data release. Japanese Household Spending +6.2% m/m expected +2.7%, prior -3.5% I'll be back with detail in a separate post.

Japan Overall Household Spending (YoY) registered at 2.9% above expectations (-0.9%) in November.Japan Overall Household Spending (YoY) registered at 2.9% above expectations (-0.9%) in November

Colombia Consumer Price Index (MoM) below expectations (0.38%) in December: Actual (0.27%).Colombia Consumer Price Index (MoM) below expectations (0.38%) in December: Actual (0.27%)

US Dollar Forecast: Will DXY Rally Continue or Collapse on NFP Data?.US Dollar analysis shows geopolitical risks offset by weak manufacturing data. NFP report Friday could determine if DXY breaks through key moving averages.

December ISM PMI Reports: The Tale of Two Surveys.The December ISM PMI surveys did little to provide clarity, and instead reinforced the divergence between the manufacturing and services sectors' performance. What does this mean for recession odds and Fed policy?

Crude Oil Price Forecast: Reversal Signals Challenge Key Resistance.Crude oil triggered a one-day bullish reversal and is challenging 50-day resistance, with confirmation above $59.00 needed to validate a broader trend change and higher targets.

Natural Gas Price Forecast: Failed 200-Day Break Sparks Renewed Selling.Natural gas reversed sharply from the 200-day average, triggering a bearish outside day that signals renewed downside risk toward lower Fibonacci and trendline support zones.

U.S. Dollar Analysis: DXY Rebounds Ahead of the NFP Release.The DXY index has now posted a three-session winning streak, registering gains of more than 0.6% in the short term. For now, the buying pressure that has begun to emerge around the index is largely driven by expectations surrounding the U.S. employment data scheduled for release tomorrow.