USD/JPY has bounced from its August low near 146.20 but remains capped by the 200-day moving average. Failure to clear resistance around 150.90–151.20 would keep downside risks in play, with a break below 146.20 opening the door to a deeper correction, Société Générale's FX analysts note.
NZD/USD holds ground around 0.5900 during the Asian hours on Monday, following China’s Trade Balance data, which rose to CNY 732.7 billion in August, up from CNY 705.18 billion previously. Exports rose 4.8% year-over-year in August, against 8% in July.
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) Crude Oil is heading into the weekend under heavy pressure, extending its losing streak to a third straight day as traders brace for the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and allies (OPEC+) meeting on Sunday, September 7.