Monthly Archives: July 2025
New Zealand’s Q2 inflation figures fell short of forecasts, impacting the kiwi dollar and yields
Written on July 20, 2025 at 11:28 pm, by
New Zealand’s Q2 2025 inflation slightly undershoots forecasts, easing pressures on NZD while boosting stocks.
Trump reacted angrily to Bessent’s advice, asserting his superior knowledge regarding market matters
Written on July 20, 2025 at 10:59 pm, by
Trump denies report on Powell firing advice, asserting independent market decisions and rejecting claims of outside influence.
US equity index futures begin trading on Globex, showing minimal changes, with Nikkei futures slightly higher
Written on July 20, 2025 at 10:58 pm, by
US equity futures hold steady as Nikkei futures edge up; Yen strengthens amid Japanese market holiday.
In early trading, yen crosses exhibit recovery signs, despite remaining thin and volatile conditions
Written on July 20, 2025 at 10:28 pm, by
Yen gains fade amid volatile trade; markets eye trade talks, inflation, and central bank rate decisions.
Bessent advises Trump against dismissing Powell, stressing economic stability and potential market consequences
Written on July 20, 2025 at 9:59 pm, by
Treasury Secretary Bessent urges Trump not to fire Powell, warning of economic instability and rising yields.
Trump’s proposed tariffs may weaken the dollar, prompting traders to prepare for increased volatility
Written on July 20, 2025 at 9:58 pm, by
Trump’s Canada tariff spikes USD/CAD, raises inflation, pressures Fed policy, and may weaken dollar long-term.
In Asia, New Zealand’s expected inflation decline may affect the Kiwi but benefit local equities
Written on July 20, 2025 at 9:28 pm, by
Japanese markets closed for holiday; NZ CPI eyed; China’s Loan Prime Rate expected to remain unchanged.
Today marks a Japanese holiday, resulting in closed stock and bond markets, with limited yen trading
Written on July 20, 2025 at 8:58 pm, by
Yen trading continues in Asia despite Marine Day closures, with thin activity and election-driven currency strength.
The yen started the week strongly, while Japan’s ruling coalition faces increased political pressure and uncertainty
Written on July 20, 2025 at 8:28 pm, by
Japanese yen strengthens post-election; ruling coalition loses upper house majority, fueling policy uncertainty and leadership pressure.
The market opens with the USD gaining slightly, while various currency pairs show current rates
Written on July 20, 2025 at 7:59 pm, by
USD edges higher post-US strikes on Iran; yen strengthens after Japan election; forex traders prepare week.
