Global Markets Steady Amid Key Economic Anticipations

The dollar remains stable as geopolitical tensions keep investors cautious. Attention is focused on the Federal Reserve's meeting minutes for clues on rate adjustments. Meanwhile, progress in U.S.-Iran nuclear talks and ongoing Ukraine-Russia peace negotiations offer some relief amid global economic uncertainties, with key updates from major banks expected soon.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 18-02-2026 06:24 IST | Created: 18-02-2026 06:24 IST
Global Markets Steady Amid Key Economic Anticipations
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The dollar maintained its steady position on Wednesday, with geopolitics holding markets in a state of vigilance. All eyes are on the Federal Reserve's upcoming meeting minutes, expected to shed light on potential rate cuts.

In other international developments, the yen showed steadiness amid positive data from Japan, and the kiwi awaited a decision from New Zealand's Reserve Bank. Progress in U.S.-Iran nuclear negotiations in Geneva and peace discussions between Ukraine and Russia are ongoing.

Currency strategist Samara Hammoud noted the impact of geopolitical tensions on the USD, while reports of progress in U.S.-Iran talks offered a stabilizing factor for traders. In Japan, significant economic indicators showed progress, and in the cryptocurrency space, both bitcoin and ether experienced minor declines.

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