Monthly Archives: August 2026
Dollar Index slips below 100 as easing geopolitics and softer US data weigh on Fed outlook
Written on August 10, 2026 at 1:28 pm, by josephine
DXY slips below 100 as geopolitical premium fades, labor softens, and CPI may accelerate bearish, options-led trades.
Relative Vigor Index: Formula, Signals & Trading Guide
Written on August 10, 2026 at 12:57 pm, by josephine
Learn how the Relative Vigor Index (RVI) works, including its formula, signal line crossovers, divergence, best timeframe settings, and comparison with RSI.
Week Ahead: Weak NFP Shifts Fed Rate Bets
Written on August 10, 2026 at 12:50 pm, by josephine
US CPI takes centre stage after a weak July jobs report shifted expectations for the Federal Reserve’s September decision, keeping Gold, the US Dollar and risk assets in focus. – vtmarkets.com
USDX Slides as Jobs Data Shifts Fed Expectations
Written on August 10, 2026 at 12:45 pm, by josephine
Key Points The US dollar remains under pressure after a weaker-than-expected US jobs report changed expectations around Federal Reserve policy. The US economy unexpectedly lost 23,000 jobs in July, against expectations for an increase. Previous employment figures were also revised lower, although the unemployment rate edged down to 4.1%. The Dollar Index subsequently fell to Continue Reading
How to Conduct Scenario Analysis in CFD Trading
Written on August 10, 2026 at 12:42 pm, by josephine
Discover how scenario analysis in CFD trading helps traders model potential outcomes, assess margin requirements, and refine position sizing strategies with practical examples.
Gold Holds Steady Above $4,300 After Weak US Jobs Data
Written on August 10, 2026 at 12:36 pm, by josephine
Gold holds above $4,300 after a strong weekly gain as weak US jobs data reduces Fed rate-hike expectations, while traders await inflation data.
Order Types Explained: Market, Limit, Stop and Stop Limit Orders on the VT Markets App
Written on August 10, 2026 at 12:33 pm, by josephine
Learn how different order types work on the VT Markets App, including market, limit, stop, and stop limit orders, to help plan entries, exits, and trade management more effectively.
Dollar Index steadies near 99.50 as payrolls miss shifts focus to US inflation data
Written on August 10, 2026 at 12:29 pm, by josephine
Dollar Index stabilizes near 99.50 support; payrolls miss and soft CPI hopes boost bearish strategies.
Sterling Near 1.3500 as Weak US Jobs, Oil Slide Shift Focus to CPI and UK GDP
Written on August 10, 2026 at 12:28 pm, by josephine
GBP/USD hovers near 1.3500 as weak US data, lower oil, and CPI/GDP risks drive volatility.
Moody’s affirms Romania at Baa3 as bond sell-off eases and leu steadies near 5.25
Written on August 10, 2026 at 11:29 am, by josephine
Moody’s affirmed Romania at Baa3, easing bond stress; NBR holds 6.50%, keeping EUR/RON range-bound.
