Forex Signals Brief May 20: Geopolitical Tensions, RB Rate Cut and Canada CPI Drive Sentiment

Today markets will focus on the RBA rate 25 bps cut and the CPI inflation report from Canada for April, but also global tensions will...

Canadian CPI Inflation expected to decline in April

Quick overview

  • Markets are focused on the RBA's expected 25 bps rate cut and Canada's CPI inflation report for April amid ongoing global tensions.
  • U.S. equities experienced a late comeback after initial sharp declines, with the NASDAQ and S&P 500 finishing slightly higher.
  • Geopolitical risks, particularly the Israel-Gaza conflict and U.S.-Russia relations, are contributing to market caution.
  • Cryptocurrencies saw a strong performance, with Bitcoin rising above $105K and Ethereum benefiting from its recent upgrade.

Today markets will focus on the RBA rate 25 bps cut and the CPI inflation report from Canada for April, but also global tensions will continue to weigh on the investor sentiment.

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