UK CBI shows retailers sentiment fell at a slower pace compared to previous two quarters.The agency noted: "retail selling prices grew in the year to May at the slowest rate in over a year and are set to grow at a similar pace in June. Sales volumes in the retail sector fell short of seasonal norms in May, while annual sales volumes continued to fall but at a slightly slower pace.

Japan government retains its assessment that the economy is recovering moderately in May.There is no change to the assessment from April (which was also the same as in March), as the government notes that "the Japanese economy is recovering moderately, while attention should be given to the effects caused from the situation in the Middle East".

USD/JPY Rising Again, Markets May Test Japan Before They Test Iran.The powerful “peace dividend” trade that swept through global markets earlier this week is beginning to lose momentum, and USD/JPY is quickly emerging as one of the clearest expressions of that shift. As optimism over a rapid US-Iran agreement fades slightly and the pair resumes its climb toward the politically sensitive 160 zone, markets may soon test Tokyo's tolerance for Yen weakness before they fully test whether Tehran is actually ready to sign a final deal.

New Zealand Dollar: RBNZ hawkish stance may aid gains – MUFG.New Zealand Dollar: RBNZ hawkish stance may aid gains – MUFG

Australian Dollar: Neutral versus US Dollar inside tight corridor – UOB.Australian Dollar: Neutral versus US Dollar inside tight corridor – UOB

Pound-to-Australian Dollar Forecast: Aussie Inflation Figures Could Revive RBA Tightening Bets.The Pound to Australian Dollar (GBP/AUD) exchange rate rallied last week as investors pared back expectations for further Reserve Bank of Australia interest rate hikes, while easing UK political tensions helped support Sterling. At the time of writing, GBP/AUD was trading around AU$1.8820, up approximately 1% over the week.

Intraday Analysis 26.05.2026.Intraday analysis covering GBPUSD, EURJPY continues to climb, and GER 40, focusing on short-term price action, key support and resistance levels, and intraday market momentum across major instruments. GBPUSD searching for a top Cable remains tentative as traders digest the latest news from the White House.

Iran's IRGC identifies hostile aircrafts entering its airspace, downs MQ9 drone.Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced it had detected and shot down an MQ-9 drone. The IRGC said in a statement that it has the right to respond to any US ceasefire breach.

New Zealand Dollar slides below mid-0.5800s vs USD amid Iran risks, ahead of RBNZ decision.New Zealand Dollar slides below mid-0.5800s vs USD amid Iran risks, ahead of RBNZ decision

Iran Supreme Leader Khamenei: US will no longer have safe haven for Middle East bases.Iran Supreme Leader Khamenei: US will no longer have safe haven for Middle East bases

Forex markets cautious as Strait of Hormuz tensions escalate.The US dollar remained resilient against major currencies during the European session on Tuesday after weakening in the previous session, as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East continued to keep investors cautious. Although markets initially welcomed reports suggesting progress in negotiations between the United States and Iran, escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz limited the improvement in global risk sentiment.

First Light News: Mixed Signals from the Strait; Markets Eye Key Asia-Pac Data.We kicked off the week on a strong risk-on footing amid reports that the US and Iran were closing in on a deal that would ultimately open the Strait of Hormuz.

Natural Gas News: Weekly Forecast Turns Bearish as Inventory Builds Accelerate.Weekly natural gas forecast turns bearish as rising inventory, weak weather demand and failed rallies keep sellers targeting lower prices.

Natural Gas and Oil Forecast: WTI Slides Beneath $92 as Brent Tests $95 — NatGas Breakout?.One month-plus into the truce, supply-demand dynamics dominate as US production stays robust. WTI plunges below $92 after channel violation, Brent defends $95.08 support, and Natural Gas breaks higher toward $3.008.

USD/JPY Price Forecast: Dollar ticks up to 159.00 as Iran's peace talks wobble.USD/JPY Price Forecast: Dollar ticks up to 159.00 as Iran's peace talks wobble