Monthly Archives: August 2026
Gold struggles to build gains as Middle East tensions lift dollar and Fed hike expectations

Written on August 4, 2026 at 7:22 am, by josephine
Gold inches up as Middle East tensions lift dollar and oil, capping bullion; bearish traders eye key supports.
USD/JPY edges higher as yen retreats; markets eye JOLTS and payrolls, with bearish setup intact

Written on August 4, 2026 at 6:51 am, by josephine
USD/JPY rises to 157.60; intervention-driven yen rebound fades as traders eye US jobs data, bearish technicals.
NZD/USD slips towards 0.5870 as sturdy US data and safe-haven demand lift dollar

Written on August 4, 2026 at 6:21 am, by josephine
NZD/USD slips near 0.5870 as strong US PMI, safe-haven demand, and NZ jobs data loom.
Brent Crude Stabilises After Sharp Decline

Written on August 4, 2026 at 6:13 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.
How To Trade USD/CAD: A Complete Guide
Written on August 4, 2026 at 6:11 am, by josephine
USD/CAD Trading Guide: Learn what drives the pair, pip values, spreads, margin and risk management for CFD trading on MT4 and MT5.
WTI edges higher as Middle East tensions sustain risk premium despite OPEC+ supply plans

Written on August 4, 2026 at 5:52 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 5:23 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 5:21 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 4:52 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 4:51 am, by josephine
Iran warns against second Strait of Hormuz corridor, threatens warships; markets brace for oil volatility, hedging.