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Dividend Adjustment Notice – Aug 11 ,2025
Written on August 11, 2025 at 9:15 am, by anakin
Dear Client, Please note that the dividends of the following products will be adjusted accordingly. Index dividends will be executed separately through a balance statement directly to your trading account, and the comment will be in the following format “Div & Product Name & Net Volume”. Please refer to the table below for more details:Continue Reading
Week Ahead: From Surge to Balancing Act
Written on August 11, 2025 at 9:02 am, by ahmad
After a blistering start to the year, Wall Street has reached the part of the climb where the air feels thinner. Earnings remain on the rise, though the pace is easing. The S&P 500 booked gains of 13.6% in Q1 and 10.3% in Q2, but forecasts for the next two quarters suggest growth slowing toContinue Reading
Taiwan confirms talks with the US on tariff rates amid recent hikes
Written on August 11, 2025 at 8:22 am, by davin
Trade discussions are ongoing post-deadline, with Taiwan pushing for lower tariffs amid market volatility. Traders should prepare for choppy conditions and consider protective strategies as negotiations unfold. – vtmarketsmy.com
The USD remains weak while the market awaits the US CPI report; JPY recently rallied on soft data
Written on August 11, 2025 at 8:22 am, by davin
The USDJPY pair is stuck in a tight range as traders await the US CPI report. A weak inflation reading could solidify expectations for Fed rate cuts, impacting currency movements significantly. – vtmarketsmy.com
BofA FMS states that trade tensions are the biggest risk, with inflation following closely behind.
Written on August 11, 2025 at 8:22 am, by davin
Investor sentiment is at a peak, but inflation concerns loom large as the market nears record highs. Protective options strategies, like puts on major indices, offer affordable hedges against potential downturns. – vtmarketsmy.com
European equities show light gains, with the UK FTSE rising 0.2% and Italy’s FTSE MIB up 0.3%
Written on August 11, 2025 at 8:21 am, by davin
Markets are poised for volatility ahead of the US CPI report, with a 3.0% inflation estimate sparking anticipation. Traders can profit from large price swings through options strategies. – vtmarketsmy.com
Anticipation grows for an RBA cash rate cut to 3.60% due to cautious inflation and labor market conditions
Written on August 11, 2025 at 7:22 am, by davin
The RBA is cutting the cash rate to 3.60% as inflation eases. Future cuts depend on labor data, with market expectations for more reductions. Traders should prepare for potential volatility ahead. – vtmarketsmy.com
Markets remain calm as they await tomorrow’s US CPI report and potential rate cuts.
Written on August 11, 2025 at 7:22 am, by davin
Markets await tomorrow’s US CPI report, crucial for potential September rate cuts. With an 85% chance of a cut priced in, any inflation surprises could reshape expectations significantly. – vtmarketsmy.com
Citi strategist predicts equity market downturn in three months due to tight credit spreads concerns
Written on August 11, 2025 at 7:21 am, by davin
Credit markets signal potential trouble for stocks, as tight spreads suggest unwarranted optimism. Investors are advised to monitor credit indicators and consider protective options to navigate anticipated volatility. – vtmarketsmy.com
In early European trading, Eurostoxx futures increased slightly while UK FTSE futures held steady.
Written on August 11, 2025 at 7:21 am, by davin
European equities show slight gains after a rebound, with futures rising as traders anticipate the upcoming US CPI report. This key data could significantly impact market sentiment and volatility. – vtmarketsmy.com
