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Swiss Franc saw a significant rebound in European session, driven by stronger-than-expected inflation figures for April. Despite this upside surprise, inflation remained within SNB's target range of 0-2% for the eleventh consecutive month. Currently, economists are still largely anticipating a further 25 basis point rate cut by SNB in June, which would adjust the policy rate to a more neutral level of 1.25%. However, these expectations could be subject to change should inflation figures for May indicate acceleration again.

Markets sentiment in the US stabilized overnight, responding positively to Fed Chair Jerome Powell's less hawkish-than-anticipated remarks in the post-FOMC press conference. DOW closed slightly up, while S&P 500 and NASDAQ saw mild losses only. Treasury yields and Dollar both fell in response to these developments. Key takeaways from Powell's address include a clear stance against further policy tightening, soothing market fears of another rate hike. The focus remains firmly set on the timing and pace of rate cuts, which would be heavily dependent on incoming economic data.

Australian Dollar surges after RBA surprised the markets by resuming rate hike today. In addition, tightening bias is maintained even though the tone is softened. New Zealand and Canadian Dollars trail closely, boosted by a slightly positive risk sentiment. On the other hand, Japanese Yen continues to be the runaway loser in the market. Dollar is reversing some of this week's gains. European majors are mixed, with Sterling on the weaker side than Euro and Swiss Franc.

Forex traders are probably starting to put up guards ahead of the key events in FOMC rate tomorrow, ECB on Thursday, and NFP on Friday. Australian Dollar remains the top performer today, bolstered by RBA's unexpected rate hike. However, there is no follow through buying after the initial spike. Meanwhile, Yen is attempting a recovery, though momentum appears weak. Sellers have shifted their attention to Canadian Dollar today, while European majors also show some weakness. Notably, Euro has shown no reaction to the released CPI data.