Ireland AIB Services PMI: 50.7 (March) vs previous 51.8

Apr 7, 2026

Japan’s Katayama: Fluctuating oil prices cause high volatility in financial and FX markets

Japan’s Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said on Tuesday that G7 finance ministers and central bankers agreed that fluctuating oil prices cause high volatility in financial and foreign exchange markets.

EUR/USD steadies below 1.1550 with Iran tensions in focus

The EUR/USD pair flat lines around 1.1540 during the early Asian session on Tuesday. The major pair steadies as traders monitor US President Donald Trump's deadline regarding the Strait of Hormuz. The US Durable Goods Orders and ADP Employment reports are due later on Tuesday.