Monthly Archives: September 2025
Gold prices have surged past US$3650 due to lower interest rates and political uncertainty driving demand
Written on September 9, 2025 at 3:18 am, by
Gold prices hit record high above $3650 amid lower Fed rate prospects and growing political instability.
The US government is contemplating reducing earnings report frequency for listed companies to biannual submissions
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LTSE urges SEC to adopt semi-annual reporting, aiming to reduce burdens and support long-term strategies.
Business confidence in Australia dropped to 4, with various measures showing modest improvements across sectors
Written on September 9, 2025 at 2:49 am, by
Business confidence dips while conditions improve; profitability, employment rise; price and labour cost growth slows.
The PBOC’s yuan midpoint is set at 7.1008, differing from the 7.1225 estimate
Written on September 9, 2025 at 2:48 am, by
PBOC sets USD/CNY at 7.1008, below forecast, and drains liquidity via reverse repo operations.
Discussions between Canada and China emphasised enhancing trade ties across various economic sectors
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China and Canada discussed boosting trade and regional collaboration, focusing on agriculture, energy, and federal-provincial cooperation.
A sharp decline in lumber prices concerns Wall Street about the housing market and economy health
Written on September 9, 2025 at 2:18 am, by
Wood prices drop 24%, signaling potential weakness in housing demand and broader economic activity concerns.
In Australia, consumer confidence fell by 3.1% following prior gains, signalling persistent pessimism
Written on September 9, 2025 at 1:48 am, by
Australia’s consumer sentiment dropped 3.1% in September, indicating growing future concerns despite recent improvements.
According to estimates, the PBOC will set the USD/CNY reference rate at 7.1225
Written on September 9, 2025 at 1:48 am, by
The People’s Bank of China sets the yuan’s midpoint daily, guiding its exchange rate within a band.
Japanese stocks surged, with the Nikkei reaching 44,000, coinciding with PM Ishiba’s resignation
Written on September 9, 2025 at 1:18 am, by
Nikkei hits record 44,000; PM resigns, raising questions over BOJ policy and yen outlook.
France’s sovereign rating faces an upcoming review, while political instability continues to challenge Macron’s government
Written on September 9, 2025 at 1:18 am, by
French PM loses confidence vote; Macron seeks new successor as Fitch prepares France’s rating review Friday.
