Monthly Archives: August 2025
The yen strengthens while the Nikkei falls, amid growing concerns over Japan’s inflation targets
Written on August 14, 2025 at 1:30 am, by
Japan’s Nikkei drops 1% amid a stronger yen and speculation on Bank of Japan rate hikes.
The pound strengthens against the dollar due to contrasting central bank policies and economic data
Written on August 14, 2025 at 1:30 am, by
Sterling strengthens as diverging central bank policies favor Bank of England; cautious optimism amid fragile UK growth.
The expected USD/CNY reference rate from the PBOC is 7.1743, according to Reuters analysts
Written on August 14, 2025 at 1:00 am, by
The PBOC sets the yuan’s daily midpoint, guiding trading within a +/- 2% managed floating range.
Following Wall Street’s performance, Australia’s stock market opened higher, with broad-based gains across sectors
Written on August 14, 2025 at 12:30 am, by
Australian equities rose Thursday; ASX200 gained 0.6% as financial stocks led broad sector advancements.
JPMorgan advises that tariffs may hinder economic growth and elevate inflation to unprecedented levels
Written on August 14, 2025 at 12:30 am, by
JP Morgan warns tariffs may cut US GDP by 1% and raise inflation amid rising consumer costs.
MUFG predicts the dollar will weaken as carry trades benefit from low volatility and rate cut expectations
Written on August 14, 2025 at 12:00 am, by
Dollar holds risk premium amid Fed leadership uncertainty, while low volatility boosts carry-trade currencies’ appeal.
Bitcoin surpassed US$123K while Ethereum exceeded US$4700, buoyed by potential Fed rate reductions
Written on August 13, 2025 at 11:59 pm, by
Bitcoin jumps over $123,000 with Ethereum above $4,700 amid Fed rate cut speculation and market optimism.
Concerns over tax and rate uncertainties caused a slowdown in the UK housing market performance
Written on August 13, 2025 at 11:30 pm, by
UK housing market slows in July; tax hike concerns and declining rentals pressure buyer demand and prices.
A survey indicates Japanese firms mostly support the US tariff agreement, anticipating further price increases.
Written on August 13, 2025 at 11:30 pm, by
Three-quarters of Japanese firms support the new US-Japan tariff deal, despite earnings and pricing concerns.
Jerome Powell faces two disappointing options at Jackson Hole, with market expectations hanging in balance
Written on August 13, 2025 at 11:00 pm, by
Jerome Powell may temper expectations for a large rate cut at Jackson Hole, potentially disappointing markets.
