Forex Focus — Aug 12, 2026, 09:00 UTC

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Fed officials are notably divided on future rate hikes. This headline is driving dollar dynamics. The DXY shows a slight bid today. USD/JPY climbed 6 pips to 159.29. USD/CHF also gained 7 pips, reaching 0.8109. EUR/USD traded effectively flat. It gained just one pip, settling at 1.1541. The pair remains highly sensitive. Any shift of just a few basis points from the ECB is keenly awaited. The Federal Reserve's internal divisions create ongoing uncertainty. The Bank of Japan maintains its ultra-dovish stance. This supports the persistent USD/JPY carry trade. Market sentiment registers 'Fear' at 27. This environment typically fuels volatility. We are watching for unusual moves in certain exotic pairs. Tomorrow, key support for EUR/USD sits at 1.1520. USD/JPY resistance is pegged near 159.50. Stay sharp with rawfin.tv.