Monthly Archives: July 2025
Retail sales in Japan exceeded forecasts, prompting expectations for the Bank of Japan to maintain rates
Written on July 31, 2025 at 12:56 am, by
Japan’s retail sales rose 2.0% in June, surpassing forecasts; BoJ likely to hold interest rates.
Chinese state media reports ongoing issues in US-China trade talks, emphasising dialogue for solutions
Written on July 31, 2025 at 12:26 am, by
China emphasizes sincere dialogue and persistent efforts to resolve structural trade issues with the United States.
RBA Deputy Governor expresses mixed views on CPI data and the tight Australian labour market recovery
Written on July 31, 2025 at 12:26 am, by
RBA welcomes CPI data; tight labour market persists, but weak productivity and confidence temper recovery hopes.
Andrew Hauser, Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank, will discuss potential August interest rate cuts
Written on July 30, 2025 at 11:56 pm, by
Deputy Governor Hauser’s remarks may reveal clues on a possible August interest rate cut by RBA.
Bank of America believes the Bank of Japan will maintain its current policy rate, disappointing expectations
Written on July 30, 2025 at 11:56 pm, by
Bank of America warns rate hike expectations for October may be too optimistic, leaving yen potentially vulnerable.
A forthcoming 30.8% tariff rate on Brazilian imports is anticipated by Goldman Sachs, including potential sector tariffs and retaliatory consequences.
Written on July 30, 2025 at 11:26 pm, by
Goldman Sachs projects 30.8% U.S. tariff on Brazilian imports, warning of inflationary retaliation and economic harm.
Goldman Sachs anticipates subdued growth, persistent inflation, and increasing yields, but maintains a positive stock outlook
Written on July 30, 2025 at 11:26 pm, by
Goldman Sachs sees sluggish U.S. growth, inflation pressure, and fiscal risks, but remains optimistic on equities.
A trade agreement has been established, encompassing investments, energy purchases, and tariff regulations between the nations
Written on July 30, 2025 at 10:57 pm, by
U.S. and South Korea finalize trade deal: $450B investment, tariff-free American access, energy purchases confirmed.
Hassett, aligned with Trump, anticipates interest rate cuts, though his perspective lacks independent value
Written on July 30, 2025 at 10:56 pm, by
Hassett supports Trump’s economic policies, discusses potential trade agreements, but emphasizes Trump makes final decisions.
Brazil’s central bank maintains the interest rate at 15.00%, anticipating a pause in tightening measures
Written on July 30, 2025 at 10:27 pm, by
Brazil’s central bank holds interest rate at 15%, monitors inflation convergence and U.S. tariff developments closely.
