Monthly Archives: August 2025
Asian markets prepare for opening following a US court’s ruling against Trump’s tariffs, pending appeal
Written on August 31, 2025 at 11:58 pm, by davin
Asian markets await reaction to US court ruling on Trump tariffs, with appeal likely influencing stability.
Data indicates China’s manufacturing sector continues to decline, while non-manufacturing shows slight growth
Written on August 31, 2025 at 11:29 pm, by davin
China’s manufacturing contracts again in August as weak demand and property slump weigh on economic recovery.
PMI for Australian manufacturing improved to 53.0, reflecting robust production and order growth
Written on August 31, 2025 at 11:28 pm, by davin
Australia’s manufacturing PMI hit 53.0 in August, with strong growth in production, orders, and confidence.
Building permits in New Zealand rose by 5.4% month-on-month, with NZD/USD steady at 0.5895
Written on August 31, 2025 at 10:59 pm, by davin
New Zealand building permits rose 5.4% in July; PM Luxon to soon name new RBNZ governor.
US futures trading is available briefly before closure for a holiday, with North America quiet.
Written on August 31, 2025 at 10:58 pm, by davin
US markets pause for Labor Day; futures trading halts temporarily, resuming Monday evening per CME schedule.
The Swiss gold industry opposes relocating refining operations to the US, citing potential issues
Written on August 31, 2025 at 10:28 pm, by davin
Swiss gold refiners resist shifting operations to the U.S., citing temporary trade conditions and limited benefits.
Olli Rehn advises flexibility in interest rate decisions due to inflation risks affecting the eurozone
Written on August 31, 2025 at 9:28 pm, by davin
ECB’s Olli Rehn emphasizes flexible interest rate policy amid inflation risks, stable eurozone growth, and uncertainty.
In August, China’s property sales dipped 17.6%, marking six consecutive months of decline amid economic struggles
Written on August 31, 2025 at 8:58 pm, by davin
China’s housing market worsens in August; sales and prices fall despite easing measures in major cities.
Asia’s economic updates show China’s manufacturing PMI at 49.4, with US tariff news emerging
Written on August 31, 2025 at 8:29 pm, by davin
China’s manufacturing PMI dips below expectations; US court rules against Trump’s tariffs; investors urged caution.
The new FX week begins with rates remaining largely stable from Friday’s closing prices.
Written on August 31, 2025 at 8:28 pm, by davin
Thin market liquidity marks Monday’s open; key global data and forex rates remain mostly stable early.
