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Monthly Archives: August 2025
China’s trade envoy will discuss tariffs and tech limits in Washington amid Trump’s strong threat.
Written on August 27, 2025 at 1:28 am, by davin
China’s trade official visits Washington for crucial talks, addressing tariffs and technology sales. Market volatility is anticipated, with potential impacts on commodities and currency values, especially the yuan. – vtmarketsmy.com
Ethereum attracts renewed investor interest as BlackRock buys $315 million and ETFs draw in $444 million
Written on August 27, 2025 at 12:29 am, by davin
BlackRock’s recent $314.9 million Ethereum purchase reveals boosting institutional confidence. Coupled with significant ETF inflows, market sentiment is shifting positively, hinting at potential price recovery and sustained bullish momentum ahead. – vtmarketsmy.com
Japan’s chief trade negotiator Akazawa is returning to the US to discuss Japanese investments.
Written on August 27, 2025 at 12:28 am, by davin
Japan’s trade negotiator, Akazawa, is visiting the US to discuss investment, potentially boosting demand for the dollar. Watch USD/JPY fluctuations and Japanese equities as economic cooperation unfolds. – vtmarketsmy.com
Woolworths Group’s profit drops 19% to A$1.39 billion, meeting market expectations
Written on August 27, 2025 at 12:28 am, by davin
Woolworths Group’s profits fell 19% to A$1.39 billion due to cost-of-living pressures, aligning with market expectations. Traders should adopt neutral strategies for income amidst a sluggish retail environment. – vtmarketsmy.com
Morgan Stanley updates its Fed predictions, expecting two rate cuts in September and December.
Written on August 26, 2025 at 11:28 pm, by davin
Morgan Stanley predicts a September rate cut by the Federal Reserve, with further reductions through 2026. This trend could boost equities and weaken the dollar, prompting strategic trading opportunities. – vtmarketsmy.com
Concerns about Trump’s Fed actions and Powell’s hints at rate cuts increase the risk of a dollar decline
Written on August 26, 2025 at 11:28 pm, by davin
Trump’s actions threaten Fed independence, triggering concerns over a weakening dollar and potential inflation. Markets expect rate cuts, boosting euro prospects while gold rises as a safe haven amid volatility. – vtmarketsmy.com
UBS warns that a politicized Federal Reserve could lead to inflation issues and higher borrowing costs.
Written on August 26, 2025 at 10:29 pm, by davin
UBS warns that a compromised Federal Reserve could ignite inflation chaos, raise borrowing costs, and hinder economic growth. Heightened market risks signal a need for volatility hedging strategies amidst uncertainty. – vtmarketsmy.com
JP Morgan expects the euro to reach 1.20 by Q4 and 1.22 by the first half of 2026.
Written on August 26, 2025 at 10:29 pm, by davin
J.P. Morgan revises yen forecasts amid political uncertainty, predicting USD/JPY at 146 in Q3 and 142 by year-end. Strategies favor short U.S. dollar positions and emerging markets as attractive opportunities. – vtmarketsmy.com
Private survey shows smaller crude oil draw than expected, differing from earlier estimates
Written on August 26, 2025 at 10:28 pm, by davin
API’s latest survey shows a smaller-than-expected drop in crude oil inventories, signaling weaker demand and potentially leading to price volatility ahead of the EIA’s crucial report. – vtmarketsmy.com
Trump aims for control of the Federal Reserve, discussing regional bank influence and potential nominations
Written on August 26, 2025 at 9:29 pm, by davin
U.S. durable goods orders declined by 2.8%, but core business investment rose 1.1%. Consumer confidence remains shaky. Traders face volatility ahead of a likely Federal Reserve rate cut. – vtmarketsmy.com
