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investingLive Asia-Pacific FX news wrap: Subdued trade heading into another nervy weekend

  • Financial market news for Asian trading on Friday, April 17, 2026
USDJPY minor up move 17 April 2026
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China signals loose policy, boosts fiscal and tech investment push

  • China signals continued policy support via loose monetary settings and expanded fiscal measures, with a focus on consumption, high-tech sectors, and energy security amid global uncertainty.
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ICYMI: IEA warns Europe may have ~6 weeks of jet fuel

  • IEA warns the Hormuz disruption could trigger a severe global energy crisis, driving inflation higher and growth lower, with Europe facing potential jet fuel shortages within weeks.
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India ICYMI: RBI FX intervention intensifies, curbs refiners’ dollar buying

  • RBI moves to curb refiners’ dollar demand and stabilise the rupee amid oil-driven pressure, using crisis-era tools to manage FX volatility.
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NZ PM Luxon rejects leadership challenge as political pressure builds - watch the kiwi

  • NZ PM Luxon dismisses leadership challenge talk, but weak polling and political uncertainty add to a fragile economic backdrop with modest downside risks for NZ assets.
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XM Launches Unlimited Cashback Promo Rewarding Traders in 2026

  • April 2026 – For a full month in spring, verified XM traders globally will be rewarded for their trading activity with extra money.
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PBOC sets USD/ CNY reference rate for today at 6.8622 (vs. estimate at 6.8206)

  • PBOC CNY reference rate setting for the trading session ahead.
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Singapore exports surge on AI demand, beating forecasts

  • Singapore exports surged in March on strong AI-driven electronics demand, but weakness in non-electronics and external risks highlight an uneven and potentially fragile outlook.
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Japan officials' 'no comment' when asked if BoJ hike delay could trigger sharp yen fall

  • The Ministry of Finance official says many currencies are falling against the USD, not just JPY
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TMGM Supports UNICEF Australia’s Humanitarian Recovery Efforts in Gaza

  • TMGM donates to UNICEF Australia to support Gaza children.
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PBOC is expected to set the USD/CNY reference rate at 6.8206 – Reuters estimate

  • PBOC CNY reference rate setting for the trading session ahead.
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Trump pump again - says war in Iran "should be ending pretty soon"

  • He's been saying this for a six weeks or so but it seems the market is believing him now
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Bank of Japan Governor Ueda "no comment" on declining mkt expectations for April rate hike

  • BoJ Governor Ueda highlights rising oil as a drag on Japan’s growth while lifting inflation, underscoring a complex policy backdrop and reinforcing a cautious, data-dependent approach.
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XM Receives Prestigious CFI.co 2026 Awards for Gold Trading and Customer Excellence

  • XM wins 2026 CFI.co awards: Best Gold Broker & Best Customer Service.
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Trump pump - says it'll be great for Hezbollah if they act nice and well

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G7 warns on war’s economic risks, signals action on inflation, supply chains

  • G7 finance leaders warn of growing economic risks from the Middle East war, signalling readiness to act on inflation and energy shocks while accelerating efforts to diversify critical mineral supply chains.
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