Monthly Archives: August 2025
China’s S&P Services PMI rose to 52.6, driven by robust domestic demand and tourism recovery
Written on August 5, 2025 at 2:27 am, by
China’s services PMI rose to 52.6 in July 2025, driven by tourism, exports, and stronger domestic demand.
Household spending in Australia rose by 0.5% month-on-month, while job advertisements fell by 1%
Written on August 5, 2025 at 2:26 am, by
In June 2025, Australian household spending rose 0.5%, while July job ads declined 1.0% monthly.
Week Ahead: The August Challenge
Written on August 5, 2025 at 2:22 am, by ahmad
After four months of uninterrupted optimism, could the markets be heading into an August comedown? July wrapped up on a strong note, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq marking a fourth straight month of gains. It’s been a powerful rally, with equities climbing around 28% since the spring season. Now, as we step into August, Continue Reading
The central rate for USD/CNY was set at 7.1366, lower than the expected 7.1667
Written on August 5, 2025 at 1:57 am, by
PBOC sets yuan central rate lower than expected; conducts liquidity operations, with net drainage of funds.
In July, New Zealand’s commodity prices declined by 1.8% m/m, influenced by falling dairy prices
Written on August 5, 2025 at 1:56 am, by
ANZ Commodity Price Index fell 1.8% in July due to lower dairy prices; annual rise remains strong.
At 8 am US time, Trump is set to appear on CNBC’s Squawk Box discussing markets
Written on August 5, 2025 at 1:26 am, by
Donald Trump to appear on CNBC’s Squawk Box Tuesday at 8 a.m., discussing pre-market financial news.
Japan’s July services PMI reached 53.6, reflecting a strong domestic demand amid weak exports and tourism
Written on August 5, 2025 at 12:56 am, by
Japan’s services sector grew strongly in July, driven by domestic demand despite declining exports and tourism.
The PBOC anticipates a USD/CNY reference rate of 7.1667, according to Reuters’ projection
Written on August 5, 2025 at 12:56 am, by
PBOC sets USD/CNY midpoint at 7.1667, managing yuan stability within a controlled 2% trading band.
Minutes from the BoJ’s June meeting indicate potential for future policy rate increases if forecasts align
Written on August 5, 2025 at 12:26 am, by
BOJ signals potential rate hike, monitors inflation, US tariffs, and economic trends with cautious, data-dependent approach.
Société Générale highlights bubble risks if S&P 500 surpasses 7500 amid potential rate cuts
Written on August 4, 2025 at 11:56 pm, by
Société Générale warns of bubble risk if S&P 500 tops 7500 amid rate cuts and fiscal tailwinds.
