Monthly Archives: August 2025
Earnings from Apple and Amazon reveal concerns over tariffs despite strong revenue growth for both companies
Written on August 1, 2025 at 4:27 am, by
Apple and Amazon beat earnings estimates, but mounting tariff costs raise concerns over future performance and resilience.
Trump imposed a 35% tariff on Canada and 39% on Switzerland amid ongoing trade tensions
Written on August 1, 2025 at 4:26 am, by
Amazon, Apple beat forecasts; Trump imposes tariffs on Canada, Switzerland; China manufacturing slows, currencies steady.
Goldman Sachs predicts S&P 500 movements based on varying job report outcomes and neutral zones
Written on August 1, 2025 at 3:57 am, by
Goldman Sachs forecasts modest S&P 500 moves based on payroll data; jobs over 150K may spark volatility.
China’s NDRC plans policy initiatives to support economic growth, AI integration, and curb competition
Written on August 1, 2025 at 3:56 am, by
China’s NDRC promotes AI integration, economic stability, private sector support, and cautious trade and investment strategies.
Trump expresses willingness for further trade negotiations with Canada despite recent tariff increases
Written on August 1, 2025 at 3:27 am, by
Trump signals openness to trade talks with Canada despite new 35% tariffs on goods outside USMCA.
China has halted corporate investment approvals in the U.S. due to escalating trade tensions
Written on August 1, 2025 at 3:26 am, by
China suspends U.S.-bound investments, reflecting rising trade tensions and regulatory retaliation amid economic decoupling.
In July, China’s manufacturing sector contracted with a PMI of 49.5, reflecting weak demand and costs
Written on August 1, 2025 at 2:57 am, by
China’s manufacturing contracts in July; weak demand, rising costs, and export declines raise economic growth concerns.
In Australia, Q2 PPI increased by 0.7% quarterly and 3.4% annually, reflecting slowed growth
Written on August 1, 2025 at 2:56 am, by
Australia’s Q2 PPI rose 0.7%, the slowest pace since mid-2023; AUD/USD remains stable.
Kato expresses concern over currency fluctuations caused by speculators, advocating for stability and fundamentals
Written on August 1, 2025 at 2:27 am, by
Japan’s Finance Minister urges currency stability, warns of speculator influence, and monitors U.S. tariffs and trade.
The PBOC established the USD/CNY midpoint at 7.1496, lower than the predicted 7.2033, injecting 126bn yuan
Written on August 1, 2025 at 2:26 am, by
PBOC sets yuan midpoint at 7.1998, drains liquidity by 663.3 billion yuan via reverse repos.
