Kevin Ford, FX and Macro Strategist

Kevin draws on over a decade in fintech and investment roles, from product management to strategy. With master’s degrees in business and financial math, he brings both experience and academic depth to the table.

Liberals win in Canada; US dollar remains fragile

Liberals win, but no majority is a problem. US growth prospects slashed. Plenty of supporting factors for euro.

April 29, 2025
Hard US data to drive FX markets this week

Dollar finds some footing. GBP/USD turns at key 1.3400 level. ECB’s Kazaks warns against rate cuts.

April 28, 2025
VIX falls, markets steady to end the week

From chaos to calm. Canadian elections unlikely to sway the Loonie. Euro quelled by risk-on mood.

April 25, 2025
Risk rally sparks modest Dollar rebound

Risk rally boosts Mexican Peso. Tariff seesaw swings on. Trumponomics isn’t a new play. Euro’s unwind has room to run. Struggling UK economy bodes ill for sterling.

April 24, 2025
De-escalation hopes lift markets

Trump shifts to softer stance on Powell. Behind the U.S. Treasuries sell-off. Relief rally tempers euro’s momentum. UK outlook downbeat.

April 23, 2025
Future reserve role of dollar in question

A triple blow. Euro at 2021 highs.

April 22, 2025