Monthly Archives: August 2025
The CEO of SMIC indicated that demand surpasses supply, while rush order volume may decrease.
Written on August 8, 2025 at 1:30 am, by
SMIC sees continued strong demand, though order surges may slow in Q4 amid shifting trade policies.
Progress has been made by the Japanese trade envoy regarding US tariff corrections and refunds
Written on August 8, 2025 at 1:29 am, by
U.S. agrees to amend tariff order, capping duties at 15% and refunding excess to Japanese exporters.
Economists predict RBA will reduce rates to 3.60% in August and possibly to 3.35% later
Written on August 8, 2025 at 1:00 am, by
RBA to cut rate to 3.60% amid soft inflation, rising unemployment, and slowing household spending trends.
Reuters expects the PBOC to set the USD/CNY reference rate at 7.1742 around 0115 GMT
Written on August 8, 2025 at 1:00 am, by
PBOC sets yuan midpoint daily, guiding currency within a 2% band and intervening during volatility.
The Bank of Japan sees divided opinions on rate hikes due to inflation and trade uncertainties
Written on August 8, 2025 at 12:31 am, by
BoJ policymakers debate rate hike timing, citing inflation, global risks, and economic uncertainties amid recovery challenges.
At the July meeting, the Bank of Japan maintained interest rates amidst uncertain economic conditions and inflation
Written on August 8, 2025 at 12:30 am, by
BOJ keeps rates at 0.5%, citing inflation, global risks; debates continue on future economic policy shifts.
Japan’s June household spending rose 1.3% yearly, below expectations, amidst declining inflation-adjusted wages
Written on August 8, 2025 at 12:00 am, by
Japan’s household spending rose slightly, missing forecasts, as inflation-adjusted wages fell for a sixth month.
Tariff increases are projected to halve oil demand growth for 2025, according to S&P Global
Written on August 7, 2025 at 11:30 pm, by
Higher tariffs could sharply reduce 2025 global oil demand, with major markets like India seeing slower growth.
Following a split vote, the Bank of England’s actions may boost the pound’s value further
Written on August 7, 2025 at 11:00 pm, by
Bank of England’s cautious cut, divided vote, and Fed expectations may boost GBP against weakening USD.
UBS highlights economic fundamentals supporting markets, urging investors to focus on long-term strategies and diversification
Written on August 7, 2025 at 10:29 pm, by
UBS emphasizes strong fundamentals, steady consumer spending, and advises diversification amid potential interest rate cuts ahead.
