Monthly Archives: July 2025
In June, New Zealand’s services sector contracted for the fifth month, with a PSI reading of 47.3
Written on July 14, 2025 at 1:18 am, by anakin
New Zealand’s services sector remains in contraction, with modest improvements signaling delayed economic recovery ahead.
Following Trump’s 30% tariff threat, US equity index futures fell approximately 0.5% in pre-market trading
Written on July 14, 2025 at 12:48 am, by anakin
US equity futures fall 0.5% after Trump’s EU, Mexico tariffs; EU plans response ahead of August.
EU diplomats are close to finalising an 18th sanctions round, including a lower Russian oil price cap
Written on July 14, 2025 at 12:19 am, by anakin
EU nears 18th Russia sanctions package with dynamic oil price cap and expanded financial transaction bans.
The EU prolongs its trade countermeasure suspension against the US to facilitate ongoing negotiations
Written on July 13, 2025 at 11:18 pm, by anakin
EU extends suspension of countermeasures as U.S. tariff threats loom; talks focus on cars, farms, diplomacy.
President Xi’s efforts to combat deflation are gaining momentum as markets respond positively and reforms loom
Written on July 13, 2025 at 10:49 pm, by anakin
China targets unproductive competition with “Anti-involution” policy to curb overcapacity, boost profitability, and stabilize industries.
Deutsche Bank cautions markets are neglecting risks associated with Trump potentially dismissing Powell, causing volatility
Written on July 13, 2025 at 10:19 pm, by anakin
Deutsche Bank warns markets underestimate risks if Trump removes Fed Chair Powell; dollar, yields could shift.
China’s June trade statistics are anticipated, with exports rising and imports recovering following a trade agreement
Written on July 13, 2025 at 9:49 pm, by anakin
June trade data shows export rise, import rebound as China-US trade truce prompts limited agreement actions.
Friedrich Merz plans collaboration with Macron and von der Leyen to address US trade tensions
Written on July 13, 2025 at 8:48 pm, by anakin
Chancellor Merz seeks unity with EU leaders to resolve U.S. tariff dispute before August 1 deadline.
A minor increase in USD is observed, with market volatility expected due to thin liquidity
Written on July 13, 2025 at 8:18 pm, by anakin
Forex markets open with thin liquidity; Trump’s 30% tariff lifts USD slightly, potential gap fill expected.
Upcoming financial reports include US, UK, and Chinese data influencing market expectations and policies
Written on July 13, 2025 at 6:49 am, by anakin
Global markets await key economic data releases, including inflation, employment, trade figures, and GDP from major economies.
