Monthly Archives: August 2025
The Fed’s potential policy error looms, with market expectations shifting following recent labour data analyses
Written on August 7, 2025 at 10:01 am, by
Weaker NFP data shifted Fed stance, prompting markets to price in more rate cuts amid labour concerns.
In June, Germany’s year-on-year industrial production decreased to -3.6%, a drop from 1%
Written on August 7, 2025 at 9:48 am, by
Germany’s industrial output drops, GBP/USD rises, BoE eyes rate cut, gold steady, US growth slows.
In July, South Africa’s net gold and forex reserves decreased to $65.143 billion from $65.216 billion
Written on August 7, 2025 at 9:47 am, by
South Africa’s reserves declined; gold steady below $3,400; GBP/USD rises on expected UK rate cut.
Preparations are in progress for a summit between Trump and Putin, aiming for ceasefire discussions.
Written on August 7, 2025 at 9:31 am, by
Russia confirms Trump-Putin summit preparations; talks aim to advance ceasefire amid ongoing Ukraine diplomatic efforts.
The USD weakened due to dovish Fed comments; AUDUSD rallied amid shifting market expectations on rates
Written on August 7, 2025 at 9:30 am, by
AUDUSD climbs on soft US jobs data and Fed rate cut prospects; technicals signal potential for pullback.
In June, the trade balance for Germany fell to €14.9 billion, missing expectations of €17.3 billion
Written on August 7, 2025 at 9:18 am, by
Germany’s trade surplus dips; UK eyes rate cut; USD weakens; Gold steady amid tariff concerns.
In June, Germany’s industrial production decreased by 1.9%, falling short of the expected 0.5%
Written on August 7, 2025 at 9:17 am, by
Germany’s industrial output drops; GBP rises on BoE expectations; gold gains; US trade tensions persist.
Gold reserves in China increased for the ninth consecutive month, reaching 73.96 million ounces, boosting value
Written on August 7, 2025 at 9:00 am, by
China boosts gold reserves for ninth straight month, reflecting dollar concerns and supporting rising gold prices.
The Maersk CEO noted high demand and rising prices in the nearly full terminal industry
Written on August 7, 2025 at 9:00 am, by
Container demand surges as Chinese firms expand market share; freight rates soar amid trade policy uncertainty.
In June, Germany’s monthly imports exceeded expectations, recording 4.2% instead of the predicted 1%
Written on August 7, 2025 at 8:48 am, by
Germany’s imports surge, GBP/USD nears 1.3400, BOE eyes rate cut, US Dollar weakens, gold steady.
