Monthly Archives: August 2025
China has relaxed trade restrictions on 12 US companies, allowing case-by-case licence applications for exporters
Written on August 12, 2025 at 2:00 am, by
China eases export controls, allowing case-by-case trade with restricted entities, lifting restrictions on 12 U.S. firms.
The PBOC established the USD/CNY rate at 7.1418, surpassing projections of 7.1901.
Written on August 12, 2025 at 2:00 am, by
PBOC sets stronger yuan midpoint, drains liquidity with net 46.1B yuan pullback via maturing repos.
The central bank of Singapore confirms its policy is suitable and can effectively manage risks
Written on August 12, 2025 at 1:30 am, by
MAS maintains current policy, citing effective risk response; GDP growth exceeded forecasts, supporting a cautious approach.
The PBOC is anticipated to establish the USD/CNY reference rate at 7.1901, according to Reuters estimate
Written on August 12, 2025 at 1:00 am, by
The PBOC sets a daily midpoint for the yuan, allowing controlled fluctuations within a 2% trading band.
Both the Nikkei and Topix indexes in Japan have reached unprecedented market highs recently
Written on August 12, 2025 at 1:00 am, by
Japan’s Nikkei and Topix indexes hit record highs, reflecting strong performance across Japanese blue-chip companies.
Singapore’s Q2 economy grew 4.4% annually, surpassing estimates, while 2025’s GDP forecast was raised
Written on August 12, 2025 at 12:30 am, by
Singapore’s economy grows 4.4% in Q2; 2025 GDP forecast revised amid uncertain global outlook.
Trump has prolonged the suspension of tariffs on China for an additional 90 days.
Written on August 12, 2025 at 12:30 am, by
Trump extends China tariff suspension; Nikkei hits record; UPS drops; recession signs emerge; Fed under pressure.
Economists predict GBP weakening against EUR due to rate cuts, with limited decline against USD
Written on August 11, 2025 at 11:59 pm, by
Bank of England to cut rates quarterly until 2026; weaker pound expected amid disinflation and uncertainty.
Retail sales in the UK increased, influenced by warm weather and rising food costs, though momentum decreased.
Written on August 11, 2025 at 11:30 pm, by
UK retail sales rose in July, driven by warm weather, higher food prices, and growing clothing demand.
MUFG indicates rising inflation might hinder a Federal Reserve rate cut, causing the dollar to increase
Written on August 11, 2025 at 11:00 pm, by
US inflation rebound risks delaying Fed rate cuts, strengthening dollar amid tariff-driven CPI concerns.
