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China plans to boost consumer loans to stimulate service consumption amid weaker retail sales. This policy shift could make the Australian dollar attractive and support industrial commodity prices, especially copper. – vtmarketsmy.com

Ethereum is emerging as the leading blockchain for institutions, with major firms building Layer 2 networks and significant investments from asset managers. Its staking capabilities and growing adoption signal a bullish outlook. – vtmarketsmy.com

Japan’s yen weakens as wholesale inflation drops, pushing USD/JPY above 148.00. Despite risks of government intervention, a weak yen boosts Japanese exports and stock markets, suggesting profitable trading opportunities ahead. – vtmarketsmy.com

US-China trade talks are set for the next few months amid ongoing tariff disputes and fentanyl export concerns. Market volatility is expected, with traders advised to prepare for significant price swings. – vtmarketsmy.com

Australia’s Q2 housing finance data shows a mortgage demand rebound, with a 2% increase in total home loan values. This may reduce expectations for Reserve Bank rate cuts amidst high inflation. – vtmarketsmy.com

France, Germany, and the UK threaten to reinstate sanctions on Iran if nuclear talks fail, potentially disrupting oil markets. Traders should consider bullish strategies on oil futures ahead of the August deadline. – vtmarketsmy.com

Australia’s wage growth hit 3.4%, exceeding forecasts, signaling persistent inflation and reducing chances of interest rate cuts. Strategies for a stronger Australian dollar include buying AUD/USD call options and selling bond futures. – vtmarketsmy.com

The People’s Bank of China is tightening liquidity, draining 20 billion yuan to stabilize the currency amid pressure from a strong dollar. Traders should focus on the daily yuan midpoint for future moves. – vtmarketsmy.com

Ethereum’s surging price is fueled by regulatory clarity, institutional interest, and technical upgrades. With substantial ETF inflows, strong foundations, and growing DeFi applications, it’s shaping a promising investment landscape. – vtmarketsmy.com

Japan’s wholesale inflation slows for the fourth month, easing pressure on interest rates. Meanwhile, stock indices like Nikkei hit new highs, driven by low borrowing costs and positive market sentiment. – vtmarketsmy.com