Monthly Archives: August 2026
A.I. Focus of Nvidia Boosts Stock and Earnings
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:27 am, by josephine
A.I. focus from Nvidia drives strong earnings growth, with a 21.7% stock rally since August. Short-term volatility emerges after a small dip while traders eye support levels in the face of A.I. demand. -vtmarkets.com
Oil Prices Rise on Middle East Supply Risks and Escalating Conflict
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:27 am, by josephine
Oil prices rise alongside Middle East tensions and fears of supply disruptions, while traders await U.S. Federal Reserve updates on potential rate cuts. -vtmarkets.com
MSCI Weighs Dropping Strategy and Metaplanet from Global Indexes Under New Non‑Operating Screen
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:27 am, by josephine
MSCI may drop Strategy and Metaplanet from GIMI as non-operating, prompting passive fund selling volatility.
Dollar Declines as China Introduces Stimulus Measures
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:27 am, by josephine
The yen made a strong move last Friday after Shigeru Ishiba, a critic of aggressive monetary easing, won the leadership of Japan’s ruling party. The yen pushed to a one-week high of 141.75 against the dollar in the Asia session on Monday. -vtmarkets.com
Australian Dollar Climbs as Retail Sales Data Beat Expectations
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:27 am, by josephine
The Australian dollar (Symbol: AUDUSD) found strong demand as its retail sales figures for August 2024 exceeded forecasts, providing support to the currency amid a global backdrop of cautious sentiment. -vtmarkets.com
Gold Near Record Highs Amid Middle East Tensions and Weak Dollar
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:27 am, by josephine
Gold prices remained elevated at $2,658.07 per ounce after reaching a record high of $2,664.25. This move higher can be traced to two major factors. First, the dollar weakened by 0.2%, making dollar-denominated gold cheaper for holders of other currencies. -vtmarkets.com
Euro Nears 14-Month High as Dollar Weakens After Fed Rate Cut
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:26 am, by josephine
The EURUSD pair nears a 14-month high following the Fed’s 50bps rate cut, but faces key resistance levels. Learn about the implications for traders and market outlook. -vtmarkets.com
Rupee Stalls as Markets Await Cues from Powell and U.S. Inflation Data
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:26 am, by josephine
The Indian rupee faces challenges breaking past key resistance as traders focus on Fed Chair Powell’s comments and U.S. inflation data. Discover the short-term forecast for USDINR and market implications. -vtmarkets.com
Wheat Prices Fall 1% on Low Demand, Yet Post Weekly Gains
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:26 am, by josephine
Wheat prices have displayed resilience following an extended decline from the $7.07 high to a low of $4.94. On the daily chart at vtmarkets.com, the price is now testing the 5.60 level, with the moving averages starting to level out, indicating a possible consolidation phase. The MACD is nearing the zero line, while the histogram shows weakening bearish momentum, hinting that the downtrend may be slowing down.
Yuan hits 16-month high as PBoC liquidity injections send 10-year yield below 1.70%
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:26 am, by josephine
Yuan hits 6.7424 as dollar and yields fall; PBoC stays accommodative, boosting bonds and liquidity injections.
