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Building permits in New Zealand increased by 5.4% from the previous month, while NZD/USD remained stable at 0.5895.
Written on August 31, 2025 at 11:29 pm, by davin
In July 2025, New Zealand’s building permits rebounded 5.4% after a previous drop, reflecting a soft economy amid ongoing technical recession. Upcoming RBNZ Governor announcement creates uncertainty for interest rates. – vtmarketsmy.com
US futures trading available briefly before holiday closure as North America remains quiet.
Written on August 31, 2025 at 11:28 pm, by davin
US markets pause for Labor Day on September 1, with trading slowing and potential volatility rising. September historically underperforms, making protective strategies essential as market dynamics shift Tuesday. – vtmarketsmy.com
Swiss gold industry opposes moving refining operations to the US due to potential issues
Written on August 31, 2025 at 11:28 pm, by davin
Swiss gold refiners oppose moving operations to the U.S., as tariffs disrupt exports. Ongoing negotiations heighten market volatility, making strategies like straddles critical amid potential supply chain risks. – vtmarketsmy.com
Olli Rehn suggests being flexible with interest rate decisions because of inflation risks in the eurozone.
Written on August 31, 2025 at 10:28 pm, by davin
Euro area economic growth is steady, with inflation stabilizing at 2.1%. The ECB plans to keep interest rates at 2%, adapting to data changes, while market volatility remains low. – vtmarketsmy.com
China’s property sales fell 17.6% in August, with six months of consecutive decline amid economic struggles
Written on August 31, 2025 at 9:29 pm, by davin
China’s housing market slump deepens, with sales down 17.6% over six months. Analysts predict further policy interventions to stabilize the market. This creates trading opportunities amid increasing volatility. – vtmarketsmy.com
Asia’s economic updates: China’s manufacturing PMI at 49.4 and US tariff news updates
Written on August 31, 2025 at 9:28 pm, by davin
China’s Manufacturing PMI dipped to 49.4, indicating contraction. Concurrently, a US court ruled Trump’s tariffs illegal, causing market uncertainty. Traders should consider options strategies amidst upcoming economic data volatility. – vtmarketsmy.com
The new FX week starts with rates mostly stable from Friday’s closing prices.
Written on August 31, 2025 at 9:28 pm, by davin
Monday’s thin trading conditions could lead to volatile market swings. Attention turns to US jobs data and China’s slowing manufacturing, influencing currency moves across the board, especially for the dollar. – vtmarketsmy.com
Next week includes several economic reports: US jobs, UK retail sales, and Australian GDP.
Written on August 31, 2025 at 10:28 am, by davin
Next week’s economic reports, including the crucial U.S. job data, could spark market volatility, impacting interest rates and currency values. Key highlights include global manufacturing data and GDP figures. – vtmarketsmy.com
Chinese Manufacturing PMI for August 2025 registered at 49.4, falling short of expectations, while Services PMI met estimates.
Written on August 31, 2025 at 2:28 am, by davin
China’s manufacturing sector faces ongoing contraction, with an August PMI of 49.4. However, the services sector shows resilience at 50.3, prompting cautious strategies in commodity currencies and equities amidst tariff uncertainties. – vtmarketsmy.com
A US Appeals Court rules most of Trump’s tariffs illegal, affecting trade and Congress’s authority
Written on August 30, 2025 at 2:28 am, by davin
A Federal Appeals Court deemed most Trump-era tariffs illegal, pending a Supreme Court appeal by October 14. This ruling may reshape trade policies and impact global markets significantly. – vtmarketsmy.com
