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China’s energy agency is ramping up efforts for summer electricity demands, aiming for a unified power market by year-end. This could lead to trading opportunities amid price volatility in thermal coal and LNG futures. – vtmarketsmy.com

Recent US trade agreements with Japan and the EU have eased uncertainty, reducing market volatility. This environment favors strategies like selling options on the S&P 500 and semiconductor ETFs for greater stability. – vtmarketsmy.com

Australia’s upcoming Q2 CPI data release on July 30 is critical; a trimmed mean inflation rate drop to 2.7% could lead to significant interest rate cuts by the RBA, impacting markets. – vtmarketsmy.com

The PBOC set a stronger-than-expected USD/CNY rate to support the yuan, aiming for stability as markets reopen. This move could provide opportunities in trading and enhance confidence in Chinese assets. – vtmarketsmy.com

Samsung Electronics has landed a $16.5 billion semiconductor deal, boosting its long-term stability and stock outlook. The major client’s identity remains secret, but this strengthens Samsung’s position in the AI market. – vtmarketsmy.com

China’s yuan is managed within a +/- 2% trading band by the PBOC, ensuring stability against volatility. Traders should focus on low-volatility strategies while monitoring the daily midpoint for signs of change. – vtmarketsmy.com

The Australian dollar is poised to rise due to increased hedging by pension funds, with analysts predicting gains up to 3%. Traders should consider buying AUD/USD call options for potential profits. – vtmarketsmy.com

Oil prices hover around $70 a barrel, but forecasts suggest an impending surplus will pressure them lower. Trading strategies focus on selling longer-dated contracts and purchasing protective put options. – vtmarketsmy.com

Trump and EU’s von der Leyen struck a trade deal, boosting EUR/USD slightly. However, uncertainty lingers over unresolved tariffs and impending China talks, leading to potential volatility in the markets. – vtmarketsmy.com

The US-EU trade framework leaves aircraft tariffs at zero temporarily, providing relief to the aerospace sector amid uncertainty. Steel tariffs remain high, impacting costs for manufacturers and suggesting ongoing trade volatility. – vtmarketsmy.com