Monthly Archives: July 2025
A major global company has contracted Samsung Electronics for US$16.5 billion in semiconductors
Written on July 28, 2025 at 12:58 am, by
Samsung secures $16.5 billion semiconductor deal with undisclosed global firm, boosting production ambitions through 2033.
The USD/CNY reference rate is projected by Reuters at 7.1653, set by the PBOC
Written on July 28, 2025 at 12:28 am, by
The PBOC manages yuan’s value daily, using a midpoint and interventions to maintain stable exchange rates.
Increased hedging by Australian pension funds may drive demand for the local currency, boosting AUD
Written on July 27, 2025 at 11:58 pm, by
Increased hedging by Australian pension funds is boosting AUD demand, potentially raising its value significantly.
Oil prices are influenced by surplus concerns while currently hovering around $70 per barrel
Written on July 27, 2025 at 11:28 pm, by
Oil prices near $70 may decline, as forecasts predict surplus supply and slowing demand in coming months.
Following the EU/US trade tariff framework announcement, EUR/USD experienced slight upward movement before stabilising.
Written on July 27, 2025 at 10:59 pm, by
Trump and EU President von der Leyen agree on trade tariffs; markets react with cautious optimism.
An official stated that aircraft tariffs will remain at zero until the investigation concludes, steel tariff stays at 50%
Written on July 27, 2025 at 10:58 pm, by
US-EU trade talks ongoing; aircraft tariffs paused pending investigation, while 50% steel tariffs remain unchanged.
US equity futures rise as trade deal with the EU leads to increased market optimism and tariffs
Written on July 27, 2025 at 10:28 pm, by
US and EU agree on trade deal framework; equity futures rise, Euro strengthens, China talks to follow.
The EU president described the trade deal as a stabiliser amidst potential higher tariffs from the US
Written on July 27, 2025 at 9:58 pm, by
EU and US agree on trade framework, capping tariffs at 15%, aiming to avoid trade conflict.
In June, China’s industrial profits decreased 4.3%, impacted by weak demand and persistent deflation
Written on July 27, 2025 at 9:28 pm, by
China’s industrial profits decline amid weak demand, deflation, and price wars; Beijing plans supportive measures.
The economic calendar shows no events in Asia, leading to low market liquidity and price volatility
Written on July 27, 2025 at 8:59 pm, by
The Euro rises on US/EU trade deal; Asian session quiet with no economic data scheduled Monday.
