Monthly Archives: August 2026
TWINDEX Rises Amid Mixed Asian Markets
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:39 am, by josephine
TWINDEX rises as China’s new stimulus boosts sentiment, while U.S. economic data and global trade risks shape the outlook. – vtmarkets.com
Oil Prices Steady After 7% Drop
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:39 am, by josephine
Oil prices stabilised after a 7% drop last week. Traders watch China’s demand while easing Middle East risks affect Brent crude and WTI, keeping markets cautious. – vtmarkets.com
Futures Mixed as Earnings Loom; Boeing Surges
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:38 am, by josephine
Futures were mixed as earnings reports loom, while Boeing surged 3.9% after news of a potential strike resolution. – vtmarkets.com
Asian Currencies Fall on US Election Bets
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:38 am, by josephine
Rising expectations of a Trump victory have strengthened the dollar, pressuring Asian currencies as the “Trump trade” gains momentum. – vtmarkets.com
AUD Volatile Amid Strong USD and China Concerns
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:38 am, by josephine
AUD/USD remains volatile as U.S. dollar strengthens and China’s economic concerns weigh on market sentiment. – vtmarkets.com
Oil Prices Rise as Traders Eye China Stimulus
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:38 am, by josephine
Oil prices inch higher after two-week lows, with traders focused on China’s stimulus plans and Middle East tensions. – vtmarkets.com
Dollar Lifts, Asia Awaits China Housing Policy
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:38 am, by josephine
U.S. dollar hits 2.5-month high on Trump bets; Asian stocks eye China’s housing policy. Global bonds rally on UK inflation drop. – vtmarkets.com
Rupee Near Record Low, Equities Under Pressure
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:38 am, by josephine
Rupee trades at 84.07 near record low as foreign investors sell $8.4B in Indian stocks, keeping equities under pressure. – vtmarkets.com
Gold at Record Highs with Election Uncertainty
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:38 am, by josephine
Gold stays near record highs amid geopolitical tensions, U.S. election uncertainty, and hopes for looser monetary policy. – vtmarkets.com
Gold Steady as Traders Eye Fed Rate Outlook
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:37 am, by josephine
Gold prices held at $2,660 as traders await U.S. economic data to assess Fed rate cuts, with geopolitical risks keeping demand steady. – vtmarkets.com