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    In September, Indonesia’s trade balance missed expectations, recording $4.34 billion instead of the anticipated $4.79 billion.

    by VT Markets
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    Nov 3, 2025
    **Gold Demand Spurs Interest in Safe Haven Assets** Meme coins like Dogecoin and Shiba Inu are losing value as large holders trim their risk. This decline is largely due to falling interest from big investors. Across the globe, currencies and commodities are showing notable changes because of central bank policies and economic data. The Australian and British dollars are moving in different directions ahead of their central banks’ upcoming meetings, while the USD is supported by actions from the Federal Reserve. In the cryptocurrency world, Cardano has dropped to below $0.58, which is a 6% decrease. This follows a 10% drop from the previous week, driven by reduced on-chain activity and rising negative sentiment among traders. **US Dollar Strengthens Against Major Currencies** The US Dollar is gaining strength as hopes for a rate cut by the Federal Reserve in December fade. Recent data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics showed that core inflation stayed stubbornly above the Fed’s 2% target last quarter, reinforcing a tough stance. In this setting, it may be wise to consider derivatives that benefit from a strong dollar, such as buying USD call options against a range of major currencies. Gold’s rise above $4,000 indicates that traders are choosing safety over traditional currency correlations. This increase is fueled by geopolitical uncertainties, including recent comments from former President Trump, showing high implied volatility in gold options. Strategies like straddles or strangles on gold ETFs could be used to take advantage of expected price movements in either direction. A lower-than-expected trade surplus in Indonesia suggests possible challenges for emerging market currencies. This trend mirrors what we have seen over the last year, where a strong dollar pressures export-dependent economies. As a result, shorting the Indonesian Rupiah through futures contracts or buying USD/IDR call options could be a smart move. Create your live VT Markets account and start trading now.

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