Monthly Archives: September 2025
The PBOC’s yuan midpoint is set at 7.1008, differing from the 7.1225 estimate
Written on September 9, 2025 at 2:48 am, by
PBOC sets USD/CNY at 7.1008, below forecast, and drains liquidity via reverse repo operations.
Discussions between Canada and China emphasised enhancing trade ties across various economic sectors
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China and Canada discussed boosting trade and regional collaboration, focusing on agriculture, energy, and federal-provincial cooperation.
A sharp decline in lumber prices concerns Wall Street about the housing market and economy health
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Wood prices drop 24%, signaling potential weakness in housing demand and broader economic activity concerns.
In Australia, consumer confidence fell by 3.1% following prior gains, signalling persistent pessimism
Written on September 9, 2025 at 1:48 am, by
Australia’s consumer sentiment dropped 3.1% in September, indicating growing future concerns despite recent improvements.
According to estimates, the PBOC will set the USD/CNY reference rate at 7.1225
Written on September 9, 2025 at 1:48 am, by
The People’s Bank of China sets the yuan’s midpoint daily, guiding its exchange rate within a band.
Japanese stocks surged, with the Nikkei reaching 44,000, coinciding with PM Ishiba’s resignation
Written on September 9, 2025 at 1:18 am, by
Nikkei hits record 44,000; PM resigns, raising questions over BOJ policy and yen outlook.
France’s sovereign rating faces an upcoming review, while political instability continues to challenge Macron’s government
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French PM loses confidence vote; Macron seeks new successor as Fitch prepares France’s rating review Friday.
As Trump tweets about football, the USD remains stable while other currencies gain against it
Written on September 9, 2025 at 12:49 am, by
US dollar declines amid Epstein fallout; global markets shift, commodities surge, and central banks weigh rate moves.
Akazawa indicated US tariffs on Japanese goods will reduce, yet trade issues with America persist
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US to lower tariffs on Japanese goods by September 16, but broader trade disputes remain unresolved.
In August, UK retail sales increased by 3.1%, driven primarily by higher food prices and demand
Written on September 9, 2025 at 12:18 am, by
UK retail sales rose in August, driven by food and school demand, despite slowing overall consumer spending.
