0.04 pip average spreads, measured over a full month of live data. Unrestricted EAs and a free MT5 virtual server.

FXC Terminal

Market News

Forex headlines assembled from multiple corroborating sources and updated as stories develop. Written by the FXC Newsdesk, method explained on how it works.

Updated 23 minutes ago

Sydney Tokyo London New York

11stories, 24h 31vetted sources Economic calendarnext high impact

Type

All Story Event preview Event recap COT weekly Central bank watch

Currency

All USD EUR GBP JPY AUD CAD CHF NZD

Wednesday, Aug 12

23:16 story USD

US Budget Deficit Surges to $432 Billion in July, Highest Since March 2021

The United States recorded a **$432 billion** budget deficit in July, marking the highest monthly figure since **March 2021** and exceeding analyst expectations. 18:30 Event recap USD

Federal Budget Balance comes in at 432.3B against -310.4B consensus

The Federal Budget Balance for August 2026 showed a significant surplus of 432.3B USD, far exceeding the consensus forecast for a deficit. Initial market reactions were... 15:02 story USD

US President Trump Asserts Total Control Over Strait of Hormuz Amid Escalating Tensions with Iran

US President Donald Trump has asserted "total control" over the Strait of Hormuz, intensifying geopolitical tensions with Iran and contributing to rising oil prices. 15:00 Event recap USD

EIA Cushing Crude Oil Stocks Change comes in at 1.611M against 0.744M consensus

The latest EIA Cushing Crude Oil Stocks Change was reported at 1.611M, exceeding the 0.744M consensus. Initial market reactions were observed across major pairs. 15:00 Event recap USD

EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change comes in at 17.423M against 6.059M consensus

EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change reported a significant build of 17.423 million barrels, far exceeding the 6.059 million barrel consensus. The US Dollar generally strengthened in... 13:01 Event recap CAD

Building Permits m/m (CAD) comes in at 18.5% against 4% consensus

Canada's Building Permits rose by **18.5%** in July, significantly exceeding the **4%** consensus forecast. The Canadian dollar showed varied reactions across major pairs in the initial... 13:01 Event recap USD

Core CPI n.s.a. m/m (USD) comes in at 0.1% against no consensus

The latest Core CPI n.s.a. m/m for the USD was released at 0.1%. Initial market reactions show varied movements across major currency pairs. 13:01 Event recap USD

Core CPI y/y comes in at 2.5% against 2.6% consensus

USD Core CPI y/y was reported at 2.5%, falling below the 2.6% consensus. Initial market reactions show USD weakness against major pairs. 13:00 Event recap USD

CPI y/y (USD) comes in at 3.4% against 2.7% consensus

US annual inflation, as measured by CPI y/y, printed higher than analyst expectations. This release prompted initial moves across major USD pairs and gold. 13:00 Event recap USD

US Core CPI m/m comes in at 0.2% against 0.2% consensus

US Core CPI month over month data matched expectations at 0.2%. Market reactions were observed across major currency pairs and gold. 13:00 Event recap USD

US CPI m/m comes in at 0.1% against 0.2% consensus

US Consumer Price Index month over month for August came in below expectations, printing at 0.1%. The US Dollar saw broad weakness in the immediate aftermath. 13:00 Event recap USD

CPI (USD) comes in at 332.813 against 332.398 consensus

The latest US CPI reading came in higher than consensus, with market pairs showing varied reactions in the initial 15 minutes. 12:47 story USD

US Consumer Prices Rise as Expected in July, Annual Rate at 3.4%

The U.S. Consumer Price Index for July increased by 0.1% month-over-month, aligning with economist expectations, with the annual rate holding steady at 3.4%. Core CPI also... 12:30 Daily brief BRL

New York Open Briefing: Wednesday, August 12, 2026

New York opens with equities higher, Brazil and India data released, and key US oil and bond auctions ahead. 10:15 Event recap EUR

Germany 10-Year Bond Auction Yield Rises to 3.29%

Germany's 10-Year Bond Auction yield increased to **3.29%** from **3.01%**. Initial market reactions in EUR crosses were mixed. 07:30 Daily brief JPY

London Open Briefing: Wednesday, August 12, 2026

London opens with mixed equity gains, a slight risk-off tone, and key USD CPI data ahead. JPY money stock figures and NOK consumer confidence were released. 06:02 Event preview GBP

UK GDP m/m preview: Market expects 0.0% growth

The upcoming UK GDP m/m release is set for August 13, 2026. Market consensus anticipates 0.0% growth, a slight dip from the previous 0.1%. 06:02 Event preview GBP

GDP q/q (GBP) preview: Market anticipates growth slowdown

The UK is set to release its quarterly GDP figures, with market consensus expecting a slowdown from the previous quarter. This high-impact event historically moves GBP... 06:01 Event preview GBP

GBP GDP y/y preview: UK growth data on deck

Traders await the United Kingdom's annual GDP figures, with consensus holding steady at 1.1%. The release carries a high impact rating. 06:01 Event preview USD

EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change preview: Consensus forecasts larger build

The upcoming EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change report is due on August 12. Market consensus points to a significant build, with high impact expected on USD... 06:01 Event preview USD

CPI (USD) preview: Inflation data in focus

The upcoming US CPI release on August 12 is a high-impact event, with market consensus forecasting a slight dip from the previous reading. Traders anticipate significant... 06:00 Event preview USD

Core CPI y/y (USD) preview: Inflation data in focus

The upcoming US Core CPI y/y release is a high-impact event, with market consensus anticipating a slight decrease from the previous reading. Traders will monitor the... 06:00 Event preview USD

CPI y/y (USD) preview: Consensus projects slight deceleration

The upcoming US CPI y/y release on August 12, 2026, is expected to show a slight dip from the previous reading. This high-impact inflation gauge often... 06:00 Event preview USD

US Core CPI m/m preview: Consensus points to 0.2% rise after flat previous month

The upcoming US Core CPI m/m release is highly anticipated, with market consensus expecting a 0.2% increase. This high impact report provides key insights into inflation... 06:00 Event preview USD

US CPI m/m preview: Consensus points to a modest rise

The upcoming US CPI m/m release on August 12, 2026, is a high-impact event for the USD, with market consensus at 0.1% after a previous reading... 03:48 story JPY

Japanese Yen Reverses Half of Intervention Gains, Traders Eye Further Action

The Japanese Yen has surrendered approximately half of the gains from the recent US-Japan intervention, leading to speculation about potential future official support. 00:15 Event recap JPY

BoJ L Money Stock y/y comes in at 4.4% against 5.1% consensus

The Bank of Japan's L Money Stock year over year figure was released at 4.4%, missing the consensus of 5.1%. JPY pairs showed limited movement in...

just purchased

· ✓ Verified