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PBOC expects a USD/CNY reference rate of 7.1667, according to Reuters’ projection.
Written on August 5, 2025 at 1:22 am, by davin
The People’s Bank of China sets the USD/CNY reference rate at 7.1667, managing currency fluctuations to maintain stability. Following a decline in exports, traders watch for volatility signals amid economic pressures. – vtmarketsmy.com
Minutes from the BoJ’s June meeting suggest possible future policy rate increases if forecasts align
Written on August 5, 2025 at 1:21 am, by davin
The Bank of Japan is poised to raise interest rates due to rising inflation, but faces economic uncertainty and weak growth. Market volatility suggests traders brace for potential policy shifts ahead. – vtmarketsmy.com
Société Générale warns of bubble risks if the S&P 500 exceeds 7500 with possible rate cuts
Written on August 5, 2025 at 12:22 am, by davin
Société Générale warns of a potential S&P 500 bubble if it exceeds 7500 while forecasting a rise to 6,900 by 2026. A weaker USD and strategic trading opportunities emerge amidst this outlook. – vtmarketsmy.com
Concerns emerge about possible manipulation of US economic data after Trump’s firing of the statistics office head.
Written on August 5, 2025 at 12:22 am, by davin
Trump’s firing of the Bureau of Labor Statistics head raises alarms over U.S. economic data reliability, increasing market volatility and prompting investors to seek alternative data sources and hedging strategies. – vtmarketsmy.com
Australia’s services sector improved in July, but future confidence remains cautious due to rising costs.
Written on August 5, 2025 at 12:21 am, by davin
Australia’s service sector showed robust growth in July, boosting job creation, but caution remains due to inflation and weaker future confidence. Expect potential ASX gains, but a weaker Aussie dollar ahead. – vtmarketsmy.com
Gold holds its gains as the US dollar struggles after a poor Nonfarm Payrolls report
Written on August 4, 2025 at 11:23 pm, by davin
Gold prices hover around $3,375 as US economic data raises expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut, while political uncertainty and stabilizing Treasury yields limit further gains. Market caution prevails. – vtmarketsmy.com
Donald Trump plans to significantly raise tariffs on imports from India
Written on August 4, 2025 at 11:23 pm, by davin
Trump’s tariff plans for India, fueled by oil issues, raise concerns about economic repercussions, triggering market volatility. Traders should brace for potential impacts on currencies, oil prices, and domestic industries. – vtmarketsmy.com
UBS points out complacency in U.S. credit markets and suggests high-yield debt doesn’t reflect slowdown risks.
Written on August 4, 2025 at 11:23 pm, by davin
UBS warns of risky complacency in U.S. corporate credit markets, with high-yield debt underpricing economic slowdown risks. Traders should consider protective strategies like credit default swaps to hedge against potential downturns. – vtmarketsmy.com
BofA keeps interest rate forecasts unchanged, ignoring market expectations for a September reduction based on job data
Written on August 4, 2025 at 11:22 pm, by davin
BofA Securities predicts the Federal Reserve won’t cut interest rates in 2025, despite market expectations. Economic signals suggest volatility, presenting trading opportunities as labor market tightness persists. – vtmarketsmy.com
The Euro stays stable against the US Dollar due to disappointing US employment figures impacting rate expectations.
Written on August 4, 2025 at 11:22 pm, by davin
The EUR/USD hovers near 1.1600 as concerns about the Eurozone’s economic outlook clash with weak US job data. Traders await Fed decisions, impacting potential market movements. – vtmarketsmy.com
