Monthly Archives: August 2025
BofA predicts weaker July non-farm payrolls, suggesting labour market softening and potential Fed inaction
Written on August 1, 2025 at 11:56 am, by
BofA forecasts slower July job growth, with payrolls up 60,000 and unemployment rising to 4.2%.
Hawkish sentiment and tariff concerns impact the Nasdaq, prompting market corrections amidst data-driven decisions
Written on August 1, 2025 at 11:26 am, by
Nasdaq slips to new lows amid rate concerns, tariff fears, and anticipation of key economic data.
Trump reiterates his criticism of Powell, insisting on immediate interest rate reductions and heightened pressure
Written on August 1, 2025 at 10:56 am, by
Trump lashes out at Jerome Powell, urging rate cuts, calling him “stubborn MORON” and “Too Late.”
Forecast estimates for US NFP vary, influencing market reactions and indicating a potential surprise effect
Written on August 1, 2025 at 10:27 am, by
Market impact hinges on forecast distribution; surprises arise even within estimated ranges, especially near boundaries.
July’s Eurozone preliminary CPI rose to 2.0%, with core inflation steady at 2.4%
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Eurozone inflation holds steady in July, with CPI at 2.0% and Core CPI unchanged at 2.4%.
European stocks are declining sharply, influenced by tariff concerns and disappointing US earnings reports
Written on August 1, 2025 at 9:57 am, by
European stocks drop as tariff worries grow; US futures fall ahead of jobs report and Fed decisions.
July’s UK manufacturing PMI registered 48.0, indicating ongoing cautiousness despite slight stability improvements
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UK manufacturing slowed less in July; employment dropped sharply, future outlook hopeful despite ongoing market challenges.
Switzerland clarifies that US tariffs do not impact pharmaceutical exports, which constitute 40% of exports. Malaysia confirms its 19% tariffs exempt both pharmaceuticals and semiconductors, with no US requests for rare earths
Written on August 1, 2025 at 9:27 am, by
Pharmaceuticals from Switzerland and Malaysia exempt from U.S. tariffs; rare earths remain unaffected in talks.
July’s Eurozone final manufacturing PMI held steady at 49.8, indicating cautious recovery driven by smaller economies
Written on August 1, 2025 at 9:26 am, by
Eurozone manufacturing steadies; smaller economies grow, France lags amid risks; supply chains strained by global tensions.
Trump’s Tariff Triumph Meets Fed Resistance
Written on August 1, 2025 at 9:23 am, by
Trump’s tariff deadline is here. Here’s what you need to know about the trade agreements from major trading partners of the U.S. – vtmarkets.com
