Forex Focus — Sep 11, 2026, 09:00 UTC

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AUD/USD plunged 72 pips today, hitting 0.7170. This 0.72% drop highlights significant market volatility. The US Dollar Index shows broad strength. EUR/USD fell 14 pips to 1.1618. GBP/USD also shed 23 pips. This pervasive dollar bid suggests ongoing safe-haven demand. It also reflects persistent global carry trade dynamics. On central bank watch, the Bank of Japan *did* hike rates. This hawkish move reached a 1995 high. Yet, USD/JPY still climbed 43 pips to 154.25. Treasury Secretary Bessent even challenged yen traders. This paradoxical move underscores powerful dollar demand. It overrides BOJ's tightening actions. For tomorrow, watch EUR/USD support at 1.1600. Resistance sits at 1.1650. USD/JPY finds immediate support near 154.00. Resistance is at 154.50. That's your Forex Focus.