Monthly Archives: February 2026
WTI crude oil prices near $61.75 face pressure, struggling to maintain upward momentum amid geopolitical tensions
Written on February 3, 2026 at 3:03 pm, by
WTI Crude Oil dips amid rising Venezuelan exports, easing supply concerns, and resuming US-Iran nuclear negotiations.
Traders prepare for US-Iran discussions as gold price (XAU/USD) rises towards $4,820 in Asia
Written on February 3, 2026 at 2:33 pm, by
Gold rebounds amid Fed uncertainty, CME margin hikes, and geopolitical tensions; central banks increase gold reserves.
In December, Australia reported annual building permits at 0.4%, a decline from 20.2% previously
Written on February 3, 2026 at 2:32 pm, by
Australia’s building permit growth slowed sharply in December, dropping from 20.2% to just 0.4% year-over-year.
Continuing to closely cooperate with US officials, Japan’s Finance Minister will respond as necessary
Written on February 3, 2026 at 2:05 pm, by
Japan’s finance minister affirms US coordination; Yen steadies amid policy shifts, yield changes, and safe-haven demand.
In January, Japan’s year-on-year monetary base rose from -9.8% to -9.5%
Written on February 3, 2026 at 2:03 pm, by
Japan’s monetary base improves; gold steadies above $4,800; Zilliqa rallies 20% before Cancun EVM upgrade.
After Prime Minister Modi halted Russian oil imports, tariffs on India were reduced to 18%
Written on February 3, 2026 at 1:32 pm, by
Trump lowers tariffs on India after Modi ends Russian oil buys; India agrees to major US purchases.
DBS Bank’s research by Philip Wee adjusts MYR predictions due to robust USD performance factors
Written on February 3, 2026 at 1:03 pm, by
DBS lowers USD/MYR forecast as Malaysian Ringgit shows strength, trading below 4.00 for first time since 2018.
In January, South Korea’s year-on-year Consumer Price Index growth reached 2%, falling short of forecasts
Written on February 3, 2026 at 1:02 pm, by
South Korea’s inflation slows; global markets fluctuate; cryptocurrencies recover; FXStreet urges caution in financial decisions.
Aussie Jumps as RBA Reignites Tightening Cycle
Written on February 3, 2026 at 1:00 pm, by
AUDUSD climbs above 0.70 after the RBA lifts rates to 3.85%, signalling inflation risks remain elevated.
Consumer Price Index growth in South Korea met expectations at 0.4% for the month
Written on February 3, 2026 at 12:33 pm, by
South Korea’s CPI rose, gold prices climbed, yen held strong, crypto rebounded, and market stability improved.
