Monthly Archives: August 2025
China’s NDRC plans policy initiatives to support economic growth, AI integration, and curb competition
Written on August 1, 2025 at 3:56 am, by
China’s NDRC promotes AI integration, economic stability, private sector support, and cautious trade and investment strategies.
Trump expresses willingness for further trade negotiations with Canada despite recent tariff increases
Written on August 1, 2025 at 3:27 am, by
Trump signals openness to trade talks with Canada despite new 35% tariffs on goods outside USMCA.
China has halted corporate investment approvals in the U.S. due to escalating trade tensions
Written on August 1, 2025 at 3:26 am, by
China suspends U.S.-bound investments, reflecting rising trade tensions and regulatory retaliation amid economic decoupling.
In July, China’s manufacturing sector contracted with a PMI of 49.5, reflecting weak demand and costs
Written on August 1, 2025 at 2:57 am, by
China’s manufacturing contracts in July; weak demand, rising costs, and export declines raise economic growth concerns.
In Australia, Q2 PPI increased by 0.7% quarterly and 3.4% annually, reflecting slowed growth
Written on August 1, 2025 at 2:56 am, by
Australia’s Q2 PPI rose 0.7%, the slowest pace since mid-2023; AUD/USD remains stable.
Kato expresses concern over currency fluctuations caused by speculators, advocating for stability and fundamentals
Written on August 1, 2025 at 2:27 am, by
Japan’s Finance Minister urges currency stability, warns of speculator influence, and monitors U.S. tariffs and trade.
The PBOC established the USD/CNY midpoint at 7.1496, lower than the predicted 7.2033, injecting 126bn yuan
Written on August 1, 2025 at 2:26 am, by
PBOC sets yuan midpoint at 7.1998, drains liquidity by 663.3 billion yuan via reverse repos.
Japan’s economy minister highlights rate caution and urges the U.S. to reduce auto tariffs
Written on August 1, 2025 at 1:57 am, by
Japan urges U.S. tariff reduction as Economy Minister Akazawa backs BOJ’s steady rates amid uncertainties.
Japan’s July manufacturing activity contracted, with final PMI dropping to 48.9, indicating ongoing weakness
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Japan’s factory activity contracts in July as output falls, costs rise, and business confidence cautiously improves.
The USD/CNY reference rate is anticipated to be set at 7.2033 by the PBOC
Written on August 1, 2025 at 1:27 am, by
The PBOC sets the yuan’s midpoint daily, allowing limited fluctuation while intervening to manage volatility.
