Forex Focus — Aug 17, 2026, 09:00 UTC

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Natural Gas plunged 2.96% today, signaling broad market risk aversion. The Dollar Index remains subdued. EUR/USD gained 7 pips, trading at 1.1572. GBP/USD also advanced 7 pips to 1.3541. USD/JPY edged down 2 pips, now at 159.20. This reflects consolidating dollar sentiment. Broad dollar weakness is the primary catalyst for EUR/USD's move. Major pairs show limited volatility. However, traders should watch for unusual moves in exotic crosses. Central bank rhetoric remains a key driver. The Fed maintains a hawkish stance. ECB commentary suggests continued vigilance. BOJ remains dovish but hints at future shifts. For tomorrow, EUR/USD finds critical support at 1.1550. Resistance sits near the 1.1600 psychological level. In breaking news, Leidos secured a $64.8 million contract. This bolsters U.S. Navy intelligence operations. Stay sharp, stay informed, only on rawfin.tv.