Monthly Archives: August 2025
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 to Continue 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
