Dollar at week high as markets raise doubts over Iran ceasefire.The dollar steadied in early Asian trade on Wednesday, as skepticism over U.S. ​President Donald Trump's announcement of an indefinite extension of a ceasefire with Iran lifted demand for the safe-haven ‌currency, pushing it to a one-week high.

Rupee falls 36 paise after RBI rolls back some forex curbs.The currency had closed Monday at 93.13/$. The rollback came after markets ended trading Monday.

Japan March trade data: Suplus shrinks. Imports and exports both higher than expected.Japan's trade balance recorded a surplus of ¥667.0B in March (expected ¥1,106B, prior ¥57.3B) imports increased 10.9% y/y (exp. 7.1%, prior 10.2%) exports rose 11.7% y/y (exp.

Japan Adjusted Merchandise Trade Balance: ¥90.7B (March) vs ¥-374.2B.Japan Adjusted Merchandise Trade Balance: ¥90.7B (March) vs ¥-374.2B

Japan Imports (YoY) registered at 10.9% above expectations (7.1%) in March.Japan Imports (YoY) registered at 10.9% above expectations (7.1%) in March

Japan Exports (YoY) above forecasts (11%) in March: Actual (11.7%).Japan Exports (YoY) above forecasts (11%) in March: Actual (11.7%)

Canada says USMCA review is a checkpoint, not a cliff.Canada's trade negotiator says USMCA review is a checkpoint, not a cliff, and warns not all US trade issues will be resolved by July 1, with Ottawa focused on protecting the deal while seeking tariff relief.

USD/JPY climbs as Yen lags risk-on reaction to Iran deadline blink.USD/JPY climbs as Yen lags risk-on reaction to Iran deadline blink

USD/TWD: Falling wedge hints at reversal risk – OCBC.USD/TWD: Falling wedge hints at reversal risk – OCBC

Japan: Stable system and defense export shift – BNY.Japan: Stable system and defense export shift – BNY

Crude Oil Price Forecast: Counter-Trend Bounce Meets Downside Risk.Crude oil rebounds from key support but faces resistance near the 20-day average, with broader bearish structure suggesting risk of renewed downside if recovery stalls.

Iran's Revolutionary Guard source says will not reopen Hormuz long as blockade continues.IRGC-linked Tasnim said the continuation of the naval blockade amounts to an ongoing state of conflict, adding that Iran will not reopen the Strait of Hormuz while the blockade remains in place, and warning it is prepared to break the blockade by force if required.

TRADING DAY Trump extends ceasefire deadline ... after market close.Oil and the dollar rose on Tuesday and U.S. stocks fell, as investors baulked at signals from Washington and Tehran that peace talks have not yet been confirmed. This comes a day before the U.S.-Iran ceasefire deadline, which President Donald Trump extended after markets closed.

Ceasefire and Fed concerns provoke a late-Session tumble (but Trump saves the Day!) – North American Session Market Wrap for April 21.April 21, 2026 North-American Session Recap – While the Ceasefire was projected to fall apart, hurting investor sentiment in the late session, President Trump just announced its extension. Check up the latest trends and developments, daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up in the session ahead.

South Korea Producer Price Index Growth (MoM) increased to 1.6% in March from previous 0.6%.South Korea Producer Price Index Growth (MoM) increased to 1.6% in March from previous 0.6%

South Korea Producer Price Index Growth (YoY) up to 4.1% in March from previous 2.4%.South Korea Producer Price Index Growth (YoY) up to 4.1% in March from previous 2.4%

Natural Gas Price Forecast: Moving Averages Tighten Near Decision Zone.Natural gas consolidates between key moving averages as bearish structure dominates, while compression near resistance and support suggests an imminent directional breakout or breakdown.

Economic and event calendar in Asia Wednesday, April 22, 2026.This lot is unlikely to shift markets around much at all upon release. Eyes on the war makers still.

Natural Gas News: 5-Day Rally Lacks Conviction as Shoulder Season Caps the Market.May Nymex Natural Gas posts a fifth straight gain but the move lacks conviction. Shoulder season caps upside until summer heat drives real demand.

Pound-to-Euro Forecast: GBP Rangebound ahead of UK CPI.The Pound Euro (GBP/EUR) exchange rate traded in a tight range on Tuesday, as mixed economic data and UK political uncertainty limited movement in the pairing. Latest — Exchange Rates:Pound to Euro (GBP/EUR): 1.14968 (+0.13%)Pound to Dollar (GBP/USD): 1.34815 (-0.37%)Euro to Dollar (EUR/USD): 1.17263 (-0.5%) DAILY RECAP: The Pound.

Pound Sterling Today: UK Jobless Rate Drops, but Warning Signs Grow.The Pound Sterling was little changed against the euro and US dollar as a drop in UK unemployment failed to convince markets of genuine labour market strength. Latest — Exchange Rates:Pound to Euro (GBP/EUR): 1.14973 (+0.13%)Pound to Dollar (GBP/USD): 1.34811 (-0.37%)Euro to Dollar (EUR/USD): 1.17255 (-0.5%) UK Unemployment Drops to.

A new era for the Fed? Looking back on Kevin Warsh's US Senate hearing & Market reactions.Market reactions: Wall Street frowns as incoming Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh signals a structural hawkish shift during his Senate confirmation hearing. With Warsh advocating for an end to forward guidance and a heavy reduction of the Fed's balance sheet, US equities—led by a Dow Jones pullback—took a decisive hit.

New Zealand: Sticky inflation and cautious business mood – BNY.New Zealand: Sticky inflation and cautious business mood – BNY

US Dollar Technical Forecast: USD Stabilizes Near Support—Recovery Risk Builds.The US Dollar is attempting to stabilize after a notable pullback from the yearly high, with price holding at a key support zone within a broader declining structure. The move suggests a potential shift in near-term momentum, but the recovery remains tentative as the index approaches initial resistance.

Oil jumps 4%: Deal or bombs by Wednesday?.Oil jumps 4%: Deal or bombs by Wednesday?

Europe: EU faces Ukraine, defence and US tension – Rabobank.Europe: EU faces Ukraine, defence and US tension – Rabobank

USD/JPY climbs as fading US-Iran de-escalation hopes and strong US data support Dollar.USD/JPY climbs as fading US-Iran de-escalation hopes and strong US data support Dollar

DAX forecast: Oil rebounds ahead of ceasefire deadline.It's a case of wait-and-see ahead of the deadline for the Iran ceasefire agreement, with question marks remaining over whether peace talks will resume in Islamabad on Wednesday. According to WSJ, Iran says ceasefire talks can resume only after the US lifts the blockade, while Fars has reported that Tehran says it has yet to decide whether to take part in those talks.

New Zealand GDT Price Index increased to -2.7% from previous -3.4%.New Zealand GDT Price Index increased to -2.7% from previous -3.4%

WTI Crude Oil holds firm on US-Iran diplomacy hopes amid Strait of Hormuz supply threats.WTI Crude Oil holds firm on US-Iran diplomacy hopes amid Strait of Hormuz supply threats