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Market activity is sluggish before Nvidia’s earnings, with traders favoring cheaper stocks. Implied volatility rises, signaling caution. A positive NVDA surprise could spark a significant market rally. – vtmarketsmy.com

Lael Brainard warns Trump’s policies may escalate inflation risks and interest rates. With the Fed likely to cut rates and the euro falling, market volatility and uncertainty loom large. – vtmarketsmy.com

US durable goods orders declined 2.8% in July, better than expected. Core capital goods rose 1.1%, indicating potential economic resilience, yet caution remains amid ongoing volatility and mixed sector performances. – vtmarketsmy.com

The Trump administration shifts focus from free money to valuing defense sector investments and university patents, sparking market volatility amid interest rate conflicts. Expect bullish moves in defense and rail infrastructure sectors. – vtmarketsmy.com

The US dollar fluctuates amid political turmoil, with Trump dismissing Fed Governor Cook, raising concerns about central bank independence. Traders should consider volatility strategies as uncertainty looms over monetary policy. – vtmarketsmy.com

Unremarkable trading characterized the European morning of August 26, 2025, as markets await impactful US labor data. Trump’s attempt to dismiss Fed Governor Cook adds political intrigue but is largely ignored. – vtmarketsmy.com

The S&P 500 surged as traders anticipate a September rate cut after Powell’s hints at policy changes. Attention turns to upcoming job reports which could sway market expectations significantly. – vtmarketsmy.com

Trump’s move to dismiss Fed governor Cook initially hurt the dollar, but Cook’s resistance helped it recover. Ongoing political tensions signal potential volatility for the dollar and Fed policy decisions ahead. – vtmarketsmy.com

The AUDUSD pair is reacting to Powell’s dovish Fed comments, with traders eyeing key US jobs data that could shift interest rate expectations. Current consolidation around 0.6485 signals potential volatility ahead. – vtmarketsmy.com

Volatility in USDCHF follows Fed Chair Powell’s dovish stance, sparking speculation on rate cuts ahead of the crucial Non-Farm Payroll report. Market movements depend on job data’s impact on rate expectations. – vtmarketsmy.com