Bank of Korea rate call a coin toss as economists split on August hike
The near-even split among economists underlines how finely balanced this decision is, with the case for a hike resting on above-target inflation, strong semiconductor exports and housing market pressure, while the case for a pause rests on how sharply Korean bond yields have alre
EUR/USD — All Desk Targets
| Firm | Stance | YE 2026 |
|---|---|---|
UOB | Bullish | 1.1800 |
ING | Neutral | 1.1700 |
Rabobank | Bullish | 1.1800 |
All 30 desk targets for EUR/USD
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