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    12 February 2026
    After Takaichi’s landslide win, the yen strengthens, pushing USD/JPY toward 153.20 despite strong US jobs data

    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

    12 February 2026
    AUD/USD hits its highest level since August 2022 as US payrolls beat forecasts, despite major downward revisions to 2025 data

    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

    12 February 2026
    Commerzbank’s Moses Lim: USD/MYR remains rangebound near multi-year lows as Malaysian industrial output stays strong

    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

    12 February 2026
    INGING expects weak CPI to stay below 2% through 2026, allowing the PBOC to continue easing

    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

    12 February 2026
    Despite a 1% dip, AUD/JPY stays bullish as yen strengthens after Prime Minister Takaichi’s victory

    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

    12 February 2026
    Cleveland Fed’s Hammack says unemployment is steadying and policy is near neutral after strong US January payrolls report

    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

    12 February 2026
    UOB economists say Malaysia’s stronger labour market is stabilising the ringgit, with unemployment at 2.9% and participation at 70.9%

    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

    12 February 2026
    Standard Chartered economists say China’s 2025 fiscal deficit hit 8.1% of GDP and remains growth-supportive despite missing targets

    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

    12 February 2026
    EUR/USD slips below 1.1900 to around 1.1885 after strong US jobs data and a hawkish Fed

    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

    12 February 2026
    UOB says stronger AI-driven momentum lifted Singapore’s Q4 2025 GDP, boosting 2025 growth and 2026 forecasts

    Singapore’s GDP surge just got bigger: 4Q25 revised to 6.9% and 2025 to 5.0%. MTI lifts 2026 outlook to 2–4%, led by AI—boosting STI, SGD, and lower volatility. – vtmarketsmy.com

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