Monthly Archives: August 2025
Retail sales met expectations, though growth has decelerated compared to revised previous month’s figures
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US retail sales rose 0.5% in July, matching forecasts, though growth slowed from previous revised figures.
The New York Fed manufacturing index rose to 11.9, exceeding estimates and reflecting positive trends
Written on August 15, 2025 at 1:30 pm, by
New York Fed’s August manufacturing index hits 11.9, highest since November, reflecting strong order growth.
In June, Canada’s manufacturing sales increased 0.3%, while year-over-year figures fell by 2.7%
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Canada’s manufacturing sales rose 0.3% in June, driven by petroleum gains but tempered by transport losses.
In July, import prices rose 0.4%, driven by increased costs for fuel and nonfuel imports
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US import prices rose 0.4% in July, driven by higher fuel and nonfuel costs; exports up 0.1%.
Miran believes inflation appears manageable and refrains from discussing rate policy amid his nomination
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Nominee Miran sees inflation as benign, stresses Fed independence, and avoids rate policy comments amid nomination.
The USD strengthens; Japan’s GDP boost aids their currency, while EURUSD and GBPUSD face resistance
Written on August 15, 2025 at 12:31 pm, by
EURUSD climbs above 100-hour average; Fed rate cut likely; Trump-Putin summit eyes Ukraine ceasefire.
European markets saw the dollar decline, while equities steadied ahead of upcoming US retail data.
Written on August 15, 2025 at 12:30 pm, by
Dollar slips amid Fed rate shift; yen, euro gain; markets stable ahead of US retail sales data.
Retail sales are expected to rise amidst strong auto sales and consumer spending patterns emerging
Written on August 15, 2025 at 11:29 am, by
Retail sales expected to rise, led by autos and Amazon Prime boost, supporting possible September rate cut.
The PBOC plans to enhance supportive monetary strategies while addressing economic risks and challenges
Written on August 15, 2025 at 10:30 am, by
PBOC commits to moderately loose monetary policy, ensuring liquidity, stability, and addressing economic risks.
US retail sales data for July is anticipated, with expectations highlighting consumer resilience and auto sales growth
Written on August 15, 2025 at 10:30 am, by
US July retail sales expected to rise, signaling continued consumer resilience amid stable inflation and rate outlook.
