The Nikkei 225 closed lower as traders reacted to U.S. trade pressure, tech weakness, and fiscal concerns. – vtmarkets.com
Apple stock jumped 1.3% on Tuesday following a Jefferies upgrade to Hold, yet analysts remain cautious on tariff risks, lacklustre product innovation, and uncertain sales guidance for Q3. – vtmarkets.com
WTI crude dipped toward $64.85 in early Asia trade, pressured by reports that OPEC+ may raise output again in August. – vtmarkets.com
The S&P 500 holds above 6,200 after a strong quarter-end rally, driven by Big Tech gains, easing trade tensions, and dovish rate expectations. – vtmarkets.com
Gold hovers near $3,260 as easing geopolitical risks and renewed trade optimism reduce trader appetite for bullion. – vtmarkets.com
The Japanese yen nears a two-week high against the dollar as traders digest soft U.S. sentiment, looming labour data, and unresolved Japan–U.S. trade tensions. – vtmarkets.com
The Nikkei 225 surged 1% on Thursday, boosted by Wall Street’s tech rally, AI enthusiasm, and stabilising war tensions. A dovish BoJ tone also helped extend gains. – vtmarkets.com
U.S. stock futures remain near record highs following Fed Chair Powell’s testimony and a tentative Middle East ceasefire. – vtmarkets.com
AUD/USD holds firm near $0.65 despite softer-than-expected inflation data. Traders double down on expectations of a July RBA rate cut, while risk appetite from the Iran-Israel ceasefire supports upside. – vtmarkets.com
The US dollar weakened further as traders turned to risk assets amid Israel-Iran ceasefire optimism. – vtmarkets.com
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