Currencies such as the US dollar, Japanese yen, and Swiss franc have seen modest gains.
Rising oil prices may boost inflation and prompt central banks to adjust policies.
The Israeli strikes on Iranian military sites have created
fresh uncertainty in global financial markets. As a result, investors are
showing signs of risk aversion. This has led to modest gains for traditional
safe-haven currencies, including the US dollar, Japanese yen, and Swiss franc.
The attacks have also raised fears about the safety of the
Strait of Hormuz. This narrow waterway is a key route for global oil shipments,
with around one-fifth of the world’s crude supply passing through it. Any
disruption in this region could lead to oil price shocks and strain the global
energy market.
Looking ahead, further escalation could trigger wider
effects. Rising
oil prices may add to inflationary pressures. In turn, central banks might
revisit their monetary policies, which could affect interest rates and exchange
rates.
U.S. Dollar Index, H1 Chart, Source: TradingView
Investors Cautious as Conflict Develops
So far, the reaction in the foreign exchange market has been
measured. While there has been increased volatility in major currency pairs,
the overall moves remain limited. Investors appear cautious, waiting for more
clarity on the extent of the conflict.
Emerging market currencies and risk-sensitive forex pairs
may face renewed selling if risk-off sentiment continues. At the same time,
commodity-linked currencies such as the Canadian and Australian dollars could
benefit from higher energy prices.
Although the current forex impact is modest, the geopolitical
situation may lead to sharper market responses. Traders and central banks are
expected to watch closely for any signals of prolonged instability and its
effect on inflation, rates, and global capital flows.
The Israeli strikes on Iranian military sites have created
fresh uncertainty in global financial markets. As a result, investors are
showing signs of risk aversion. This has led to modest gains for traditional
safe-haven currencies, including the US dollar, Japanese yen, and Swiss franc.
The attacks have also raised fears about the safety of the
Strait of Hormuz. This narrow waterway is a key route for global oil shipments,
with around one-fifth of the world’s crude supply passing through it. Any
disruption in this region could lead to oil price shocks and strain the global
energy market.
Looking ahead, further escalation could trigger wider
effects. Rising
oil prices may add to inflationary pressures. In turn, central banks might
revisit their monetary policies, which could affect interest rates and exchange
rates.
U.S. Dollar Index, H1 Chart, Source: TradingView
Investors Cautious as Conflict Develops
So far, the reaction in the foreign exchange market has been
measured. While there has been increased volatility in major currency pairs,
the overall moves remain limited. Investors appear cautious, waiting for more
clarity on the extent of the conflict.
Emerging market currencies and risk-sensitive forex pairs
may face renewed selling if risk-off sentiment continues. At the same time,
commodity-linked currencies such as the Canadian and Australian dollars could
benefit from higher energy prices.
Although the current forex impact is modest, the geopolitical
situation may lead to sharper market responses. Traders and central banks are
expected to watch closely for any signals of prolonged instability and its
effect on inflation, rates, and global capital flows.
Why Prediction Markets Are Keeping Users When DeFi Cannot
Executive Interview | Charlotte Bullock | Chief Product Officer, Bank of London | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Charlotte Bullock | Chief Product Officer, Bank of London | FMLS:25
In this interview, we sat down with Charlotte Bullock, Head of Product at The Bank of London, previously at SAP and now shaping product at one of the sector’s most ambitious new banking players.
Charlotte reflects on the Summit so far and talks about the culture inside fintech banks today. We look at the pressures that come with scaling, and how firms can hold onto the nimble approach that made them stand out early on.
We also cover the state of payments ahead of her appearance on the payments roundtable: the blockages financial firms face, the areas that still need fixing, and what a realistic solution looks like in 2026.
In this interview, we sat down with Charlotte Bullock, Head of Product at The Bank of London, previously at SAP and now shaping product at one of the sector’s most ambitious new banking players.
Charlotte reflects on the Summit so far and talks about the culture inside fintech banks today. We look at the pressures that come with scaling, and how firms can hold onto the nimble approach that made them stand out early on.
We also cover the state of payments ahead of her appearance on the payments roundtable: the blockages financial firms face, the areas that still need fixing, and what a realistic solution looks like in 2026.
In this conversation, we sit down with Drew Niv, CSO at ATFX Connect and one of the most influential figures in modern FX.
We speak about market structure, the institutional view on liquidity, and the sharp rise of prop trading, a sector Drew has been commenting on in recent months. Drew explains why he once dismissed prop trading, why his view changed, and what he now thinks the model means for brokers, clients and risk managers.
We explore subscription-fee dependency, the high reneging rate, and the long-term challenge: how brokers can build a more stable and honest version of the model. Drew also talks about the traffic advantage standalone prop firms have built and why brokers may still win in the long run if they take the right approach.
In this conversation, we sit down with Drew Niv, CSO at ATFX Connect and one of the most influential figures in modern FX.
We speak about market structure, the institutional view on liquidity, and the sharp rise of prop trading, a sector Drew has been commenting on in recent months. Drew explains why he once dismissed prop trading, why his view changed, and what he now thinks the model means for brokers, clients and risk managers.
We explore subscription-fee dependency, the high reneging rate, and the long-term challenge: how brokers can build a more stable and honest version of the model. Drew also talks about the traffic advantage standalone prop firms have built and why brokers may still win in the long run if they take the right approach.
Executive Interview | Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller| CEO & Founder Muinmos | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller| CEO & Founder Muinmos | FMLS:25
In this interview, Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller, founder of Muinmos, breaks down the state of AI in regtech and what responsible adoption really looks like for brokers. We talk about rising fragmentation, the pressures around compliance accuracy, and why most firms are still in the early stages of AI maturity.
Ramanda also shares insights on regulator sandboxes, shifting expectations around accountability, and the current reality of MiCA licensing and passporting in Europe.
A concise look at where compliance, onboarding, and AI-driven processes are heading next.
In this interview, Remonda Z. Kirketerp Møller, founder of Muinmos, breaks down the state of AI in regtech and what responsible adoption really looks like for brokers. We talk about rising fragmentation, the pressures around compliance accuracy, and why most firms are still in the early stages of AI maturity.
Ramanda also shares insights on regulator sandboxes, shifting expectations around accountability, and the current reality of MiCA licensing and passporting in Europe.
A concise look at where compliance, onboarding, and AI-driven processes are heading next.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
In this conversation, we speak with Aydin Bonabi, CEO and co-founder of Surveill, a firm focused on fraud detection and AI-driven compliance tools for financial institutions.
We start with Aydin’s view of the Summit and the challenges brokers face as fraud tactics grow more complex. He explains how firms can stay ahead through real-time signals, data patterns, and early-stage detection.
We also talk about AI training and why compliance teams often struggle to keep models accurate, fair, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Aydin breaks down what “good” AI training looks like inside a financial environment, including the importance of clean data, domain expertise, and human oversight.
He closes with a clear message: fraud is scaling, and so must the tools that stop it.
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
