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A trade deal boosted the euro, but mixed EU reactions affected currency movements and stocks.
Written on July 28, 2025 at 4:22 am, by davin
The euro rose slightly after a new EU-US trade deal, stabilizing the currency. Low market volatility continues amid ongoing U.S.-China talks, presenting strategic opportunities for traders. – vtmarketsmy.com
The Bank of Japan may indicate future rate hikes due to improved economic outlook despite uncertainties
Written on July 28, 2025 at 4:22 am, by davin
The Bank of Japan will likely keep rates at 0.5% but hints at potential hikes due to easing trade tensions. Traders should focus on currency volatility and hawkish sentiments ahead. – vtmarketsmy.com
A $550 billion Japanese investment in the US emphasizes loans and guarantees, with minimal equity involvement.
Written on July 28, 2025 at 4:21 am, by davin
Japan is investing $550 billion in the U.S. to lower tariffs and strengthen supply chains, significantly boosting its export-driven economy and creating opportunities in U.S. equities and currency movements. – vtmarketsmy.com
Ethereum reaches highest value since December 2024, boosted by US-EU trade agreement
Written on July 28, 2025 at 4:21 am, by davin
Ethereum hits its highest price since late 2021, driven by a new US-EU trade deal and upcoming discussions with China. Market optimism fuels bullish sentiment and reveals investment opportunities in crypto. – vtmarketsmy.com
Samsung and Tesla establish a multiyear semiconductor agreement worth $16.5 billion
Written on July 28, 2025 at 3:22 am, by davin
Samsung has secured a $16.5 billion deal with Tesla to manufacture semiconductors until 2033, boosting its struggling foundry operations and stabilizing supply chains for Tesla’s self-driving technology. – vtmarketsmy.com
South Korea’s investment in U.S. shipbuilding aims to finalize a trade deal before tariffs
Written on July 28, 2025 at 3:22 am, by davin
South Korea’s “Make American Shipbuilding Great Again” investment proposal aims to eliminate tariffs before the August 1 deadline, boosting both U.S. shipbuilding and South Korean markets. Positive negotiations are expected. – vtmarketsmy.com
China plans to establish a nationwide unified power market by year-end to improve efficiency.
Written on July 28, 2025 at 3:22 am, by davin
China’s energy agency is ramping up efforts for summer electricity demands, aiming for a unified power market by year-end. This could lead to trading opportunities amid price volatility in thermal coal and LNG futures. – vtmarketsmy.com
Hayashi notes that recent US trade agreements lower uncertainty, which benefits both Japan and the global economy.
Written on July 28, 2025 at 3:21 am, by davin
Recent US trade agreements with Japan and the EU have eased uncertainty, reducing market volatility. This environment favors strategies like selling options on the S&P 500 and semiconductor ETFs for greater stability. – vtmarketsmy.com
Inflation data release will significantly impact the Reserve Bank of Australia’s upcoming monetary policy decisions.
Written on July 28, 2025 at 2:22 am, by davin
Australia’s upcoming Q2 CPI data release on July 30 is critical; a trimmed mean inflation rate drop to 2.7% could lead to significant interest rate cuts by the RBA, impacting markets. – vtmarketsmy.com
PBOC sets yuan’s reference rate at 7.1467, lower than the expected 7.1653
Written on July 28, 2025 at 2:21 am, by davin
The PBOC set a stronger-than-expected USD/CNY rate to support the yuan, aiming for stability as markets reopen. This move could provide opportunities in trading and enhance confidence in Chinese assets. – vtmarketsmy.com
