U.S. to approve major AI-chip sales to UAE and Saudi Arabia with strict China safeguards.The U.S. Commerce Department is preparing to authorise the sale of up to 70,000 advanced AI chips to government-backed technology companies in the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, marking a significant shift in Washington's stance toward the Middle East's fast-growing AI ambitions.

U.S. may delay chip tariffs as White House weighs risks of China backlash.The Trump administration is quietly reassessing the timing of long-promised semiconductor tariffs, with several U.S. officials privately signalling that duties may not be imposed as soon as previously indicated.

USD/JPY Update: The Yen Plunges After the Release of the Federal Reserve Minutes.During today's trading session, the USD/JPY recorded a gain of more than 1.00%, exceeding the average of the past five trading days. This reflects continued weakness in the Japanese yen and persistent strength in the U.S. dollar in the short term.

US Dollar Eyes Breakout, USD/JPY Targets Jan High on Hawkish FOMC Mins.The US dollar was the strongest major on Wednesday after the FOMC minutes revealed that “many” members viewed a December rate cut as “likely not appropriate.” Adding to the hawkish tone, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics cancelled the release of the October Nonfarm Payrolls report, with the next update delayed until 16 December — after the FOMC meeting.

Natural Gas Price Forecast: Hammer Reversal Recaptures 10-Day – Targets $4.88.Natural gas staged a powerful one-day bullish hammer reversal Wednesday from exact 38.2% Fibonacci support at $4.46, reclaiming the 10-day average and broken top channel line.

investingLive Americas FX news wrap 19 Nov USD moves higher as jobs data postponed.The U.S. trade deficit for August (yes—released in mid-November) printed at –$59.6 billion, slightly better than the –$61.0 billion expected, but the release had virtually no market impact.

US Dollar Forecast: FOMC Minutes Confirm Fed's Hawkish Lean for December.The FOMC minutes are out, and as expected, they confirm the primary takeaway from the meeting three weeks ago: The central bank was broadly in agreement about the need to cut interest rates last month, but the outlook for a third consecutive 25bps interest rate cut in December is likely to be substantially more divisive.

FX Today: Focus shifts to the US labour market; the PBoC should stay on hold.FX Today: Focus shifts to the US labour market; the PBoC should stay on hold

Argentina Trade Balance (MoM) came in at $800M, above forecasts ($728M) in October.Argentina Trade Balance (MoM) came in at $800M, above forecasts ($728M) in October

Natural Gas, WTI Oil, Brent Oil Forecasts – WTI Oil Retreats As Gasoline Inventories Rise By 2.3 Million Barrels.Oil markets are down by 2% as traders focus on EIA data and geopolitical developments.

New Zealand Dollar declines amid risk aversion, RBNZ rate cut expectations.New Zealand Dollar declines amid risk aversion, RBNZ rate cut expectations

United States 20-Year Bond Auction rose from previous 4.506% to 4.706%.United States 20-Year Bond Auction rose from previous 4.506% to 4.706%

The Battle Between Takaichi's Stimulus Dreams and BOJ's Rate Hike Reality.Japan's central bank faces political pressure from new PM Takaichi, who wants stimulus as BOJ hikes rates. This struggle is driving yen volatility & potential market risk.

Pound Sterling Price News and Forecast: Edges lower to 1.3120 as soft UK CPI boosts BoE easing outlook.Pound Sterling Price News and Forecast: Edges lower to 1.3120 as soft UK CPI boosts BoE easing outlook

U.S. Dollar Tests New Highs As Traders Wait For FOMC Minutes: Analysis For EUR/USD, GBP/USD, USD/CAD, USD/JPY.U.S. Dollar Index attempts to settle above the psychologically important 100 level.

Russia Producer Price Index (YoY) increased to 0.7% in October from previous -0.4%.Russia Producer Price Index (YoY) increased to 0.7% in October from previous -0.4%

Russia Producer Price Index (MoM) up to 0.9% in October from previous 0.5%.Russia Producer Price Index (MoM) up to 0.9% in October from previous 0.5%

USD/JPY Price Forecast: Overbought RSI flashes caution, but upside bias intact.USD/JPY Price Forecast: Overbought RSI flashes caution, but upside bias intact

WTI Oil Collapses 3% – Selloff as Ukraine-Russia War Nears Resolution.Some of this could have been anticipated – Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced yesterday that paths to direct discussion with Russia could reopen and that Ukraine is “preparing to reinvigorate negotiations”.

Fed's Miran: Fed should consider exempting treasuries.Fed's Miran: Fed should consider exempting treasuries

Natural Gas News: Bullish Forecast Builds as Futures Rally on Cold Weather Shift.Natural gas futures climb today as traders price in cold weather, strong demand, and the first inventory draw of the heating season.

JPY and weak and underperforming – Scotiabank.JPY and weak and underperforming – Scotiabank

GBP is soft and a mid-performer – Scotiabank.GBP is soft and a mid-performer – Scotiabank

Natural Gas Price Outlook – Natural Gas Bounces Again on Wednesday.Natural gas edges higher on Wednesday, approaching $4.50, but stretched monthly gains make fresh entries risky. Seasonal demand and the upcoming contract rollover support the trend, yet a pullback toward $4 is preferred before committing capital to this runaway market at the moment.

Crude Oil Price Outlook – Oil Plunges in Early Trading on Wednesday.Crude oil slides sharply on Wednesday, trading well below $60 as both WTI and Brent struggle against persistent overhead pressure from the 50-day EMA. Markets appear focused on establishing a range rather than collapsing, with rallies still favored for fading.

Japanese Yen Short-term Outlook: USD/JPY Testing Pivotal Resistance at Ten-Month High.USD/JPY surged to ten-month highs as traders brace for volatility ahead of the September jobs report. While the broader uptrend remains intact, the advance is now testing a pivotal resistance zone, raising the risk for a possible price inflection in the days ahead.

United States Goods Trade Balance down to $-85.6B in August from previous $-85.5B.United States Goods Trade Balance down to $-85.6B in August from previous $-85.5B

GBP/JPY nears year-to-date highs as Japan's fiscal plans weigh on the Yen.GBP/JPY nears year-to-date highs as Japan's fiscal plans weigh on the Yen

United States Goods and Services Trade Balance came in at $-59.6B, above forecasts ($-61B) in August.United States Goods and Services Trade Balance came in at $-59.6B, above forecasts ($-61B) in August

Yen Extends Losses as Japan Floats Tweak to 2013 BoJ Framework.Yen's selloff accelerated again today despite repeated warnings from top Japanese officials that they are monitoring FX markets with a “strong sense of urgency.” The latest remarks came after Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama met BoJ Governor Kazuo Ueda and Economic Revitalisation Minister Minoru Kiuchi, where all sides reaffirmed their commitment to the 2013 joint agreement to achieve 2% inflation.