Sweden’s industrial production value increased from -4.7% to 5.1% in August

    by VT Markets
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    Oct 10, 2025
    The Canadian unemployment rate is expected to rise in September as the job market cools further. This trend may lead to more interest rate cuts, while the Canadian Dollar stays below the 1.4000 level. In the United States, tariffs are still a key foreign policy tool and a major source of government revenue. Recent statements from the US government confirm that tariffs will continue to be part of their long-term strategy.

    Stablecoin Acquisition

    Coinbase and Mastercard are in talks to buy the stablecoin infrastructure company BVNK. The deal could be worth between $1.5 billion and $2 billion, and negotiations are still ongoing, meaning the final outcome could change. We are closely monitoring the Canadian job market. Recent data from Statistics Canada shows the unemployment rate has risen to 6.6%. This softening job market suggests the Bank of Canada may start reducing its 3.5% policy rate in the coming months. For derivative traders, this indicates a continued decline for the Canadian Dollar, making call options on the USD/CAD pair appealing as it approaches the 1.4000 mark. US tariffs are still causing market uncertainty, particularly since the trade deficit with major partners like China is still high, around $280 billion annually. We recall how similar tariff news in 2018-2019 led to sharp increases in the CBOE Volatility Index (VIX). Given the ongoing trade tensions, it might be wise to hold protective positions, such as VIX call options or puts on industrial sector ETFs, to guard against sudden geopolitical events.

    Institutional Commitment in Digital Assets

    In the world of digital assets, the possibility of a $2 billion bidding war for a stablecoin firm shows increasing interest from institutions. The total market size for stablecoins has exceeded $210 billion, highlighting their growing importance in finance. This M&A activity is likely to boost volatility in crypto-related stocks like Coinbase (COIN), creating opportunities for traders to use strategies like straddles to take advantage of expected price movement. Create your live VT Markets account and start trading now.

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