Forex Gump

With no debt ceiling deal in sight, market players are talking about an option that would involve Obama scrapping the debt ceiling altogether. Is this option even possible?!

Traders keep their eyes and ears peeled for central bankers’ speeches, not only because these tend to spark volatility, but also because their remarks usually dictate longer-term directional moves. Here’s a rundown of what they had to say this week.

With big issues such as the U.S. government shutdown, Italy’s political drama, and the potential slowdown in the U.K. hogging the spotlight, the comdolls were forced to retreat backstage. What’s driving AUD, CAD, and NZD lately?

Mamma Mia! Italy’s Bad Boy, Silvio Berlusconi, is still causing a ruckus in the European markets these days. What is he up to now?

It’s official! For the first time since 1996, the U.S. government has been shut down. What does this mean for the U.S. economy and the U.S. dollar?

Heads up, Aussie traders! The Reserve Bank of Australia is prepping for its interest rate decision tomorrow so I made a quick lil’ trading guide for y’all to see.

My, my! Yen pairs are seeing a lot of topsy-turvy price action these days! Read on to find out what’s causing these moves.

U.S. lawmakers have less than a week to get their act together and come up with a plan to avoid a government shutdown. What the heck is that anyway?!

The U.S. debt ceiling deadline may be looming like dark clouds over the market horizon, but I’ve found a few reasons why this issue might not be such a big deal after all.

In his recent speeches, Draghi has been teasing the markets with hints of further easing. Is this for real or is he merely jawboning?