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Australian building permits plummeted 8.2% in July, signaling economic weakness, while China’s manufacturing sector surprises with growth. This conflicting data hints at volatility for the Aussie dollar and global markets. – vtmarketsmy.com

The People’s Bank of China strengthened the yuan’s reference rate and drained liquidity to counter currency weakness. Traders should consider strategies like selling USD call options amid this stabilized outlook. – vtmarketsmy.com

August exports from South Korea fell short of expectations, primarily due to U.S. tariffs. While overall exports rose 1.3%, certain sectors, especially automotive, faced significant declines, creating trading opportunities. – vtmarketsmy.com

Japan’s manufacturing PMI fell to 49.7, signaling economic struggles from declining exports, particularly to China and the U.S. Despite this, hiring continues. Volatility strategies may thrive in the choppy market. – vtmarketsmy.com

The People’s Bank of China is expected to set the USD/CNY reference rate at 7.1281, indicating a managed depreciation of the yuan to support exports amidst economic concerns. – vtmarketsmy.com

Japan’s capital spending surged 7.6%, hinting at strong economic growth ahead. However, sluggish sales and profits raise concerns. Traders should brace for volatility ahead of key GDP data on September 8. – vtmarketsmy.com

Asian markets brace for changes as a US court ruling deemed Trump’s tariffs illegal, sparking volatility. Investors should prepare for fluctuating markets, especially in US-China trade sectors and commodity futures. – vtmarketsmy.com

China’s manufacturing faces a prolonged downturn, contracting for five months amid weak demand and a troubled property market. Economic uncertainty fosters volatility, presenting investment opportunities through strategic options trading. – vtmarketsmy.com

Australia’s manufacturing sector surged, with the S&P Global Manufacturing PMI reaching 53.0, yet the AUD remains stable due to global influences, particularly the strong US dollar and China’s economic slowdown. – vtmarketsmy.com

In July 2025, New Zealand’s building permits rebounded 5.4% after a previous drop, reflecting a soft economy amid ongoing technical recession. Upcoming RBNZ Governor announcement creates uncertainty for interest rates. – vtmarketsmy.com