Published: 2025-06-23T10:03:29.000Z
Psychology for major markets Jun 23

Senior FX Strategist
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USD firmer on geopolitics after US strike on Iran
EUR/USD – EUR/USD topside looking more restricted due to geopolitical concerns but may have scope to gain if tariffs return to the top of the agenda
USD/JPY – JPY under general pressure without any clear rationale, suffering more than others from USD strength on geopolitics. Positioning may be a factor, and the high 140s look good long term value for USD/JPY sellers
EUR/GBP – Stabilising in the mid-0.85s after more dovish MPC vote.
AUD/USD – Slipping back below major support area around 0.64 on general USD strength, but downside unlikely to extend far unless conflict escalates
Equities – S&P looking stretched near 6000 as some significant negative tariff impact still likely and geopolitical risk increasing.