Monthly Archives: August 2025
Switzerland’s GDP grew by 0.1% in Q2, accounting for sports events, reflecting economic stability
Written on August 28, 2025 at 8:28 am, by davin
Switzerland’s GDP grew 0.1% in Q2 2025, indicating stagnation amid looming 39% tariffs. Despite a challenging landscape, opportunities arise in volatility trading as uncertainty mounts for exports and currency values. – vtmarketsmy.com
Holiday Trading Adjustment Notice – Aug 28 ,2025
Written on August 28, 2025 at 8:06 am, by anakin
Dear Client, Affected by international holidays, the trading hours of some VT Markets products will be adjusted. Please check the following link for the affected products: Holiday Trading Adjustment Notice Note: The dash sign (-) indicates normal trading hours. Friendly Reminder: The above data is for reference only, please refer to the MT4/MT5 software forContinue Reading
Modifications on US Shares – Aug 28 ,2025
Written on August 28, 2025 at 7:39 am, by anakin
Dear Client, To provide a favorable trading environment to our clients, VT Markets will modify the trading setting of US Shares: 1. The leverage for all US stock products is 33:1, except for the 20 US stock products on MT5 that can be traded during the pre-market session. 2. Pre-market trading on MT5 for eligibleContinue Reading
Gold prices affected by upcoming US labor market data, impacting trading opportunities
Written on August 28, 2025 at 7:29 am, by davin
Gold prices are rising due to falling real yields and expectations of Fed easing. Upcoming US labor data will be pivotal, affecting gold’s trajectory significantly as traders strategize on potential market movements. – vtmarketsmy.com
Early European trading shows stability in Eurostoxx futures, while US futures present a mixed outlook.
Written on August 28, 2025 at 7:29 am, by davin
Eurostoxx futures remain steady with mixed signals in the market. Concerns over Nvidia’s performance reflect caution, suggesting risk management over aggressive bets. Watch for upcoming economic data and ECB signals. – vtmarketsmy.com
Low-tier data is expected during the European session, but it’s unlikely to have a significant impact. In the American session, the second GDP estimate and jobless claims will be released, with jobless claims potentially influencing the market. Initial claims are projected to be 230K, and continuing claims are expected at 1,970K. The labor market may become more active after previous stagnation, as regional surveys show improved activity.
Written on August 28, 2025 at 7:28 am, by davin
Expect heightened market volatility as US Jobless Claims data is released today. A significant drop could signal a robust labor market recovery, while a spike may indicate ongoing economic struggles. – vtmarketsmy.com
September Effect In The Stock Market

Written on August 28, 2025 at 6:42 am, by ahmad
The September Effect explains why stocks, especially the S&P 500, often struggle in September. Learn the history, theories, and risk strategies.
Goldman Sachs urges caution on commodity currencies, which are lagging behind emerging markets despite possible dollar weakness.
Written on August 28, 2025 at 6:28 am, by davin
Goldman Sachs urges caution on commodity currencies (AUD, NZD, CAD) due to domestic policy shifts and economic weaknesses, suggesting better opportunities lie in EUR and JPY amidst potential dollar weakness. – vtmarketsmy.com
Nakagawa emphasized that decisions will depend on data, with a slight reduction in trade policy uncertainty.
Written on August 28, 2025 at 6:28 am, by davin
BOJ policymaker Junko Nakagawa emphasizes a data-driven approach to policy decisions, hinting interest rates won’t rise aggressively soon, keeping yen carry trades attractive amidst low volatility and easing trade uncertainties. – vtmarketsmy.com
Major currencies stabilize after volatile trading as market participants await month-end developments
Written on August 28, 2025 at 5:28 am, by davin
The dollar fluctuated yesterday amid month-end trading uncertainty, with anticipations of Fed rate cuts influencing market dynamics. Caution prevails as traders await next week’s crucial US jobs report. – vtmarketsmy.com