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Federal Reserve policymakers Waller and Bowman advocate for a 25 basis point rate cut, citing employment risks and softening economic data. Their dissent raises chances for a policy shift in September, impacting markets. – vtmarketsmy.com

European stocks slumped as US trade tensions caused tech giants Apple and Amazon to struggle. With rising yields and volatility, caution prevails; consider protective strategies like options for turbulent markets. – vtmarketsmy.com

BofA forecasts only 60,000 new jobs in July, signaling slower growth and a potential uptick in unemployment to 4.2%. Traders should prepare for volatility and possible Fed rate adjustments. – vtmarketsmy.com

The Nasdaq’s gains vanished as market focus shifted to rising interest rates and strong job data. Traders expect lower prices ahead, with increased volatility indicating risk. Key inflation data looms. – vtmarketsmy.com

Trump’s sharp criticism of Fed Chair Powell raises political risk in markets, increasing volatility. Traders should consider options strategies for potential rate changes as inflation persists amid economic uncertainty. – vtmarketsmy.com

Market reactions hinge on forecast distributions and surprise effects, especially with Non-Farm Payrolls. A weak report could trigger significant market shifts, making strategic positioning essential for traders. – vtmarketsmy.com

Eurozone inflation stabilizes at 2.0%, with Core CPI steady at 2.4%. This suggests the European Central Bank will likely maintain interest rates, reducing volatility and creating opportunities for traders. – vtmarketsmy.com

European stocks struggled as tariff concerns and rising geopolitical tensions dampened investor sentiment, dragging indices down. Analysts await the US jobs report, which could influence Federal Reserve decisions and market volatility. – vtmarketsmy.com

The UK manufacturing sector shows signs of continued decline, with a Purchasing Managers’ Index of 48.0 in July, raising concerns over employment and economic stability ahead of the upcoming Autumn budget. – vtmarketsmy.com

The US exempts Swiss pharmaceuticals and Malaysian semiconductors from tariffs, easing trade tensions and enhancing market prospects. Investors can expect bullish trends in healthcare and tech sectors as uncertainties decline. – vtmarketsmy.com