Monthly Archives: August 2025
A Japanese trade negotiator remained silent regarding a proposed $550 billion US investment package

Written on August 26, 2025 at 3:59 am, by
Japan’s Akazawa avoids confirming $550B US investment; seeks reduced tariffs amid ongoing trade talks.
The dollar recovers as Fed governor Cook defies Trump’s authority amid ongoing legal challenges

Written on August 26, 2025 at 3:59 am, by
Dollar stabilizes after early losses; markets react to Trump’s unprecedented move to oust Fed governor Cook.
Trump’s announcement led to a plummeting dollar and rising gold, impacting various currencies universally

Written on August 26, 2025 at 2:59 am, by
Trump’s firing of Fed Governor Cook spurred dollar drop, gold surge, and questions about Fed independence.
Concerned about currency fluctuations, Japan’s finance minister emphasised the need for stable movement reflecting fundamentals

Written on August 26, 2025 at 2:29 am, by
Japan’s Finance Minister Kato urges yen stability, monitors debt strategies, and anticipates tax reform discussions.
The RBA anticipates needing to further cut the cash rate over the next year due to economic conditions

Written on August 26, 2025 at 2:29 am, by
RBA lowers rate to 3.60%, signals data-dependent cuts amid inflation, labour market, and global risks.
The US dollar plummeted after Trump dismissed Federal Reserve Governor Cook through social media messages

Written on August 26, 2025 at 1:59 am, by
Trump dismisses Fed Governor Cook, shaking markets; dollar weakens as gold and major currencies strengthen.
The PBOC sets the USD/CNY reference rate at 7.1188, differing from the estimated 7.1670

Written on August 26, 2025 at 1:58 am, by
PBOC sets USD/CNY lower than expected, drains liquidity with net 174.5bn yuan through reverse repos.
Trump suggested potential tariffs on nations imposing digital taxes targeting American technology companies and semiconductors

Written on August 26, 2025 at 1:29 am, by
Trump warns of tariffs and export restrictions targeting nations with discriminatory digital taxes and tech regulations.
China’s top trade negotiator Li Chenggang visits Washington for initial discussions with U.S. officials and businesses

Written on August 26, 2025 at 1:28 am, by
Chinese trade envoy Li Chenggang visits Washington to discuss tariffs, rare earths, and technology exports.
The PBOC is anticipated to set the USD/CNY reference rate at 7.1670, according to Reuters

Written on August 26, 2025 at 12:59 am, by
The PBOC sets a daily midpoint for the yuan, allowing controlled fluctuations within a regulated trading band.