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UBS predicts the S&P 500 may soar to 7,500 by mid-2026, fueled by AI advancements, strong corporate earnings, and rising consumer spending. Investors should capitalize on market dips. – vtmarketsmy.com

China plans to keep its lending rates stable despite slowing economic growth, diverging from US policies. This creates opportunities for traders in currency and equity markets as confidence in the yuan grows. – vtmarketsmy.com

RBC predicts euro strength amid stable eurozone growth, countering ECB rate cut expectations. This shift attracts capital as the Fed decreases rates, creating opportunities for derivative traders to capitalize on rising euro values. – vtmarketsmy.com

Saks Global aims to sell a 49% stake in Bergdorf Goodman for $1 billion, targeting Middle Eastern sovereign funds. This move could boost Saks’ stock but carries execution risks. – vtmarketsmy.com

US inflation data has been delayed, causing market uncertainty and heightened volatility. Traders should brace for increased option prices and instability in interest rate predictions as the Consumer Price Index recalibration hangs in the balance. – vtmarketsmy.com

ECB officials, including Edward Scicluna, view current interest rates as appropriate, projecting inflation slightly below 2%. Stability is emphasized, with no immediate rate cuts expected unless significant economic changes occur. – vtmarketsmy.com

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung warns that accepting U.S. investment demands without safeguards could trigger a financial crisis. Geopolitical tensions heighten risks, prompting bearish strategies for Korean equities. – vtmarketsmy.com

ECB’s Martins Kazaks suggests that inflation near 2% is acceptable, hinting at a cautious policy stance. Future rate changes depend on economic forecasts, limiting volatility in European markets and currency. – vtmarketsmy.com

RBA Governor Bullock signals a cautious approach to rate cuts, with no changes expected soon. Meanwhile, China’s rates likely will remain steady, affecting both currencies and commodities. – vtmarketsmy.com

Low liquidity this Monday morning signals potential market volatility. With a weaker US dollar trend, traders should consider strategic option plays while remaining cautious amid global growth concerns stemming from China’s economic data. – vtmarketsmy.com