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Naira Weakens to N1,398/$: Understanding Nigeria's February Forex Pressures
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Naira Weakens to N1,398/$: Understanding Nigeria's February Forex Pressures

The Nigerian Naira hit N1,398 per US Dollar in early February 2026, its weakest level since January, reflecting ongoing FX pressures from seasonal demand, monetary policy adjustments, and structural imbalances in forex supply and demand.

Dollar Surges to 98.75 as Iran Crisis Triggers Safe-Haven Rally
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Dollar Surges to 98.75 as Iran Crisis Triggers Safe-Haven Rally

The DXY spiked 115 points following US-Israeli strikes on Iran, demonstrating how geopolitical shocks drive sharp dollar strength across forex markets. Traders should watch for support at 97.60 and resistance at 99.14.

RBA's Hawkish Path Powers AUD Higher as Global Easing Divergence Widens
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RBA's Hawkish Path Powers AUD Higher as Global Easing Divergence Widens

As the RBA raises rates to 3.85% and signals more hikes ahead, the Australian dollar surges against a backdrop of global easing, creating compelling trading opportunities.

Why Japan's Rate Hikes Can't Lift the Yen: The Structural Trap
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Why Japan's Rate Hikes Can't Lift the Yen: The Structural Trap

Despite raising rates to 30-year highs, Japan's weak yen persists due to structural interest rate gaps and government caution—a challenge that carries trades continue to exploit.

Dollar Extends 2026 Highs as Oil Spikes on Iran-Hormuz Crisis
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Dollar Extends 2026 Highs as Oil Spikes on Iran-Hormuz Crisis

US dollar rallies to 2026 peaks as Middle East tensions drive oil above $83, creating petrodollar demand and Treasury yield strength. EUR/USD slides toward 1.16 amid regional energy crisis.

Commodity FX and GBP Under Pressure: Oil Shocks and UK Risks Build
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Commodity FX and GBP Under Pressure: Oil Shocks and UK Risks Build

Rising oil and geopolitical tensions are weighing on the pound and commodity currencies as analysts warn GBP/USD could test 1.3200-1.3400 support amid UK domestic headwinds.

USD Gains Ground on Geopolitical Risk, but March FOMC Decision Looms Large
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USD Gains Ground on Geopolitical Risk, but March FOMC Decision Looms Large

Near-term dollar strength from oil prices and safe-haven demand faces a critical test at the March 17-18 FOMC meeting, where inflation data will determine if the Fed's easing cycle pauses or accelerates.

USD/JPY Stalls at 158 as BOJ Rate Hesitation Clouds the Dollar Outlook
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USD/JPY Stalls at 158 as BOJ Rate Hesitation Clouds the Dollar Outlook

USD/JPY faces critical 158 yen resistance as Bank of Japan hesitation threatens to narrow the interest rate differential that has been driving dollar strength higher.

How Middle East Escalation is Fueling a Dollar Safe-Haven Rally
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How Middle East Escalation is Fueling a Dollar Safe-Haven Rally

As Iran conflict escalates and oil surges, the US dollar emerges as the dominant safe haven, with rate cut expectations collapsing and traditional safe havens losing ground.