Fed's Barr Says Shrinking Balance Sheet Should Not Trump Financial Stability.Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr warned Thursday that efforts to shrink the Fed's balance sheet by easing bank liquidity requirements would be misguided and could ultimately weaken financial stability. Speaking in New York, Barr pushed back against growing debate over reducing the central bank's “footprint” in financial markets.

Japan finance minister says G7 likely to discuss bond volatility next week.Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said on ​Friday that Group of Seven finance ‌chiefs are likely to discuss recent volatility in global bond markets as sharp ​moves in Japan, the United ​States and Britain ripple across major ⁠markets.

Fed's Williams Sees No Need for Rate Changes Right Now.New York Fed President John Williams signaled Thursday that he remains comfortable keeping interest rates unchanged for now, arguing that policymakers are still waiting to see how inflation pressures tied to the Middle East conflict evolve. Speaking in New York, Williams said monetary policy is currently “in a good place right now” and emphasized there is no immediate case for either tightening or easing.

Japan's Katayama says will act flexibly to safeguard people's livelihood.Japan's Katayama says will act flexibly to safeguard people's livelihood

WTI holds losses near $97.50 as 30 vessels navigate through Hormuz.WTI holds losses near $97.50 as 30 vessels navigate through Hormuz

Japanese Yen drops to two-week low vs USD as bears shrug off intervention fears.Japanese Yen drops to two-week low vs USD as bears shrug off intervention fears

Dollar poised for largest weekly rise in two months as Fed hike bets increase.The dollar firmed on Friday and was set for its largest weekly ​gain in more than two months, as rising energy prices and prolonged disruptions to shipping stoked inflationary pressures, boosting bets on a ‌Federal Reserve rate hike this year.

Japan finance minister heads to G7 as energy costs and bond yields dominate.Japan's finance minister will attend the G7 meeting in France from May 17, flagging a flexible fiscal response to energy costs while noting rising global bond yields are likely to feature on the agenda.

USTR's Greer: Keeping the Strait of Hormuz open is crucial for China.USTR's Greer: Keeping the Strait of Hormuz open is crucial for China

Euro weakens to near 1.1650 as hot US inflation boosts Fed hike expectations.Euro weakens to near 1.1650 as hot US inflation boosts Fed hike expectations

USTR Greer flags China ag deal progress but holds firm on tariff uncertainty.USTR Greer said an agricultural deal worth double-digit billions is expected from the US-China summit, with China meeting soybean commitments, though no tariff rate commitment was offered.

Rupee almost breaches 96/$ before clawing back.The Indian rupee neared 96/$ amid foreign fund outflows, oil inflation, and balance of payments concerns. Reported central bank intervention helped the rupee recover from an intraday low, though it closed weaker.

Japan Producer Price Index (YoY) above forecasts (3%) in April: Actual (4.9%).Japan Producer Price Index (YoY) above forecasts (3%) in April: Actual (4.9%)

Pound Sterling breaks down as Labour turmoil overshadows stronger UK GDP data.Pound Sterling breaks down as Labour turmoil overshadows stronger UK GDP data

New Zealand manufacturing expansion nearly stalls in April, survey shows.New Zealand's manufacturing index marginally expanded in April, ​but the sector's growth ‌slowed to a six-month low as the conflict in the Middle ​East drove up costs ​and disrupted supply chains, a survey ⁠showed on Friday.

New Zealand manufacturing expansion slows sharply in April, PMI data shows.New Zealand's manufacturing PMI slipped to 50.5 in April from 52.8 in March, with new orders and raw material deliveries both contracting as Iran war freight disruptions weigh on the sector.

New Zealand Business NZ PMI declined to 50.5 in April from previous 53.2.New Zealand Business NZ PMI declined to 50.5 in April from previous 53.2

USD/JPY Price Forecast: Reclaims 158.00 as bulls target intervention area.USD/JPY Price Forecast: Reclaims 158.00 as bulls target intervention area

New Zealand Dollar slips to fresh session lows ahead of PMI and PPI releases.New Zealand Dollar slips to fresh session lows ahead of PMI and PPI releases

Australian Dollar slipped from four-year highs ahead of RBA minutes and China data.Australian Dollar slipped from four-year highs ahead of RBA minutes and China data

Japanese Yen rallies amid strong US data and rising yields.Japanese Yen rallies amid strong US data and rising yields

South Korea Import Price Growth (YoY) climbed from previous 18.4% to 20.2% in April.South Korea Import Price Growth (YoY) climbed from previous 18.4% to 20.2% in April

South Korea Export Price Growth (YoY) rose from previous 28.7% to 40.8% in April.South Korea Export Price Growth (YoY) rose from previous 28.7% to 40.8% in April

investingLive Americas FX news wrap 14 May:AI boom powers markets higher. USD higher..The Cerebras IPO made an explosive debut, underscoring the market's insatiable appetite for AI-related investments. Shares opened at $385 — a stunning $200 above the IPO price of $185 — before volatility set in.

Crude Oil Price Forecast: Triangle Consolidation Builds Pressure.Crude oil consolidates within a symmetrical triangle as Fibonacci levels and key moving averages define critical support and resistance zones ahead of a potential breakout.

Argentina Consumer Price Index (MoM) registered at 2.6% above expectations (2.5%) in April.Argentina Consumer Price Index (MoM) registered at 2.6% above expectations (2.5%) in April

Natural Gas Price Forecast: Breakout Momentum Builds Above Support.Natural gas holds short-term support and builds bullish momentum as it tests key moving averages, with breakout levels potentially triggering continuation toward higher Fibonacci targets.

Chinese Yuan: Earnings support and limited FX risk – BNY.Chinese Yuan: Earnings support and limited FX risk – BNY

Stephen Miran to step down from Fed board on Warsh swearing in.Stephen Miran to step down from Fed board on Warsh swearing in

Natural Gas, WTI Oil, Brent Oil Forecasts – Oil Rebounds From Session Lows As Traders React To Trump – Xi Meeting.Oil markets are swinging between gains and losses as traders focus on Trump's recent comments.