Monthly Archives: August 2026
Amazon Stock Hits Record High on AI and AWS Growth

Written on August 4, 2026 at 6:54 am, by josephine
Key Points Amazon shares reached a record high after investors responded positively to stronger cloud growth and renewed confidence in the company’s artificial intelligence strategy. The stock closed at $284.02 on Monday, extending its post-earnings rally and lifting Amazon’s market capitalisation above the $3 trillion threshold. The move reflected growing optimism around Amazon’s ability to Continue Reading
Brent Crude Stabilises After Sharp Decline

Written on August 4, 2026 at 6:51 am, by josephine
Brent crude steadies after a sharp decline as markets weigh US-Iran developments, Strait of Hormuz risks, OPEC+ output plans and global supply conditions.
NZD/USD slips towards 0.5870 as sturdy US data and safe-haven demand lift dollar

Written on August 4, 2026 at 6:28 am, by josephine
NZD/USD slips near 0.5870 as strong US PMI, safe-haven demand, and NZ jobs data loom.
WTI edges higher as Middle East tensions sustain risk premium despite OPEC+ supply plans

Written on August 4, 2026 at 5:58 am, by josephine
WTI rises near $79.40 amid Middle East tensions, Hormuz shipping risks; OPEC+ supply hikes limit upside.
EUR/USD slips towards 1.1500 as Hormuz tensions and US payrolls loom, options eye breakout

Written on August 4, 2026 at 5:29 am, by josephine
EUR/USD slips near 1.1500 as Middle East risks and US jobs loom; traders eye volatility and hedges.
BlackRock Rolls Out Tokenised Money Market Funds to Bring Yield-Bearing Collateral to Derivatives Markets

Written on August 4, 2026 at 5:28 am, by josephine
BlackRock launches tokenized money market funds BSTBL and BRSRV, enabling regulated, yield-bearing collateral on blockchains.
Ireland’s AIB Manufacturing PMI rises to 55.1 in July, supporting euro and rate outlooks

Written on August 4, 2026 at 4:59 am, by josephine
Ireland’s AIB manufacturing PMI rose to 55.1 in July, signalling expansion, supporting euro strength and derivatives opportunities.
Iran Warns Against Second Strait of Hormuz Corridor as Oil Markets Brace for Volatility

Written on August 4, 2026 at 4:58 am, by josephine
Iran warns against second Strait of Hormuz corridor, threatens warships; markets brace for oil volatility, hedging.
South Korea July CPI Falls 0.2%, Fuelling Rate-Cut Bets and Shaping Won, Bond, Equity Trades

Written on August 4, 2026 at 4:28 am, by josephine
South Korea’s July CPI fell 0.2% m/m, boosting rate-cut bets; favor KTB, USD/KRW, KOSPI calls.
South Korea July CPI rises 2.8% year on year, undershooting 3% forecast

Written on August 4, 2026 at 4:27 am, by josephine
South Korea July CPI rose 2.8% year-on-year, below 3% forecast, signalling easing inflation and shifting market expectations.