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Monthly Archives: August 2025
Implied volatility support and resistance levels for US500, NAS100, and GER40 provide valuable insights
Written on August 18, 2025 at 4:21 am, by davin
Implied volatility defines crucial support and resistance levels for US500, NAS100, and GER40 indices. Traders can use these ranges to inform entry and exit strategies amid current market uncertainty. – vtmarketsmy.com
Indian government suggests lowering GST on small cars and insurance premiums to reduce costs
Written on August 18, 2025 at 3:21 am, by davin
The Indian government plans to cut GST on small cars and life insurance, potentially boosting demand. Investors should consider options on auto stocks and insurance companies amid this market-changing proposal. – vtmarketsmy.com
This week’s US earnings spotlight retail giants, focusing on company guidance and costs.
Written on August 18, 2025 at 3:21 am, by davin
This week’s retail earnings, led by Walmart and Home Depot, will reveal whether companies absorb increasing costs or pass them to consumers, affecting market forecasts and consumer behavior amid rising inflation. – vtmarketsmy.com
The PBOC sets the USD/CNY rate at 7.1322, below the expected 7.1793, and injects 266.5 billion yuan through reverse repos.
Written on August 18, 2025 at 2:21 am, by davin
The People’s Bank of China set a stronger yuan reference rate at 7.1322, aiming to curb currency depreciation. With liquidity injections, volatility in USD/CNY options may be overstated, suggesting patient trading strategies. – vtmarketsmy.com
Singapore’s non-oil exports fell by 4.6%, despite an anticipated increase of 1.8%
Written on August 18, 2025 at 1:22 am, by davin
Singapore’s non-oil exports fell 4.6%, worse than expected, signaling weaker demand and potential economic impacts. This trend hints at a weaker Singapore Dollar and urges cautious investment strategies. – vtmarketsmy.com
Reuters estimates the USD/CNY reference rate will be 7.1793.
Written on August 18, 2025 at 1:22 am, by davin
The People’s Bank of China manages the yuan’s daily midpoint within a fixed +/- 2% band, controlling its depreciation to support exports while ensuring stability in the currency market. – vtmarketsmy.com
Nikkei 225 hits record high while JPY stays weak amid market fluctuations
Written on August 18, 2025 at 1:21 am, by davin
Japan’s Nikkei index hits an all-time high of nearly 44,000, boosted by a weak yen. Traders should prepare for potential volatility as the Bank of Japan may consider a rate hike. – vtmarketsmy.com
Today’s implied volatility levels for EUR/USD, USD/JPY, and GBP/USD show important support and resistance levels.
Written on August 18, 2025 at 1:21 am, by davin
Major forex pairs show defined ranges: EURUSD (1.16600-1.17600), USDJPY (146.400-148.00), GBPUSD (1.3500-1.36100). Traders can enhance decisions using implied volatility and technical analysis for strategic moves. – vtmarketsmy.com
Commodities like gold, silver, and oil face challenges after recent high-profile meeting
Written on August 18, 2025 at 12:22 am, by davin
Commodity prices fell as Trump and Putin’s meeting yielded no breakthroughs. Oil dropped due to paused tariffs, while gold and silver prices weakened amid a strong U.S. dollar and reduced geopolitical tensions. – vtmarketsmy.com
FX positioning indicates EUR has the largest long position, while GBP quickly adopts a short stance.
Written on August 18, 2025 at 12:21 am, by davin
CFTC data reveals the Euro as a crowded long position, while the British Pound faces bearish sentiment. Watch upcoming PMI releases for trading opportunities based on potential divergence. – vtmarketsmy.com
