Monthly Archives: February 2026
Near multi-month highs, the New Zealand dollar stays firm against the US dollar after payroll data revisions overshadow job gains
Written on February 12, 2026 at 5:09 am, by davin
Kiwi dollar stays near multi-month highs around 0.6050 as weak US payroll revisions hit USD. Fed cuts expected, RBNZ on hold. Watch US CPI, NZ data; 0.6094 breakout possible. – vtmarketsmy.com
After Takaichi’s landslide win, the yen strengthens, pushing USD/JPY toward 153.20 despite strong US jobs data
Written on February 12, 2026 at 5:09 am, by davin
USD/JPY slid near 153 as Japan’s election shock boosts yen and stocks. But strong US jobs data props up the dollar. With CPI next, options volatility surges—expect a breakout. – vtmarketsmy.com
AUD/USD hits its highest level since August 2022 as US payrolls beat forecasts, despite major downward revisions to 2025 data
Written on February 12, 2026 at 5:09 am, by davin
AUD/USD hit its highest since 2022 after weak US jobs data and strong RBA rate hikes. Iron ore strength adds fuel, but US CPI may spark volatility. Traders eye 0.7200. – vtmarketsmy.com
Commerzbank’s Moses Lim: USD/MYR remains rangebound near multi-year lows as Malaysian industrial output stays strong
Written on February 12, 2026 at 4:09 am, by davin
Malaysia’s output beats forecasts as electronics exports surge, boosting the ringgit to 2018 highs. USD/MYR is seen stuck at 3.90–4.00, prompting options-selling strategies, despite mining risks. – vtmarketsmy.com
INGING expects weak CPI to stay below 2% through 2026, allowing the PBOC to continue easing
Written on February 12, 2026 at 4:09 am, by davin
China inflation likely stays below a 2% target, so it won’t limit PBOC action. ING expects 2026 easing—rate and RRR cuts—supporting equities, boosting bonds, weakening yuan, and volatility trades. – vtmarketsmy.com
Despite a 1% dip, AUD/JPY stays bullish as yen strengthens after Prime Minister Takaichi’s victory
Written on February 12, 2026 at 4:09 am, by davin
AUD/JPY slid 1% as yen surged after Takaichi’s election win, BoJ tightening bets and intervention fears. Uptrend holds, but 108/107.50 breaks risk 105. Cheap puts hedge downside. – vtmarketsmy.com
Cleveland Fed’s Hammack says unemployment is steadying and policy is near neutral after strong US January payrolls report
Written on February 12, 2026 at 4:08 am, by davin
Fed’s Beth Hammack says unemployment is stabilizing and spending holds up, so rates near “neutral” may stay unchanged. With inflation at 2.9%, markets shift focus to spending and debt risks. – vtmarketsmy.com
UOB economists say Malaysia’s stronger labour market is stabilising the ringgit, with unemployment at 2.9% and participation at 70.9%
Written on February 12, 2026 at 3:09 am, by davin
Malaysia just hit a decade-low 2.9% unemployment in 4Q25, and it may stick in 2026—supporting a steadier Ringgit. Strong inflation, booming AI-driven exports, and stable rates reinforce resilience. – vtmarketsmy.com
Standard Chartered economists say China’s 2025 fiscal deficit hit 8.1% of GDP and remains growth-supportive despite missing targets
Written on February 12, 2026 at 3:09 am, by davin
China under-spent in 2025, leaving funds to boost 2026 stimulus. Deficit may rise to 8.5% GDP, supporting consumption, infrastructure, commodities, equities, and possibly yuan strength. – vtmarketsmy.com
EUR/USD slips below 1.1900 to around 1.1885 after strong US jobs data and a hawkish Fed
Written on February 12, 2026 at 3:09 am, by davin
EUR/USD slipped under 1.1900 as strong US jobs data lifted the dollar—yet huge downward revisions hint softer labor conditions. Traders eye volatility, 1.1916 resistance, 1.1818 support. – vtmarketsmy.com
