Monthly Archives: August 2026
Nikkei rises as Japanese yen stabilises, with tech shares leading gains
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:05 am, by josephine
The Nikkei 225 index (Symbol: Nikkei225) jumped as traders returned from the Obon holiday, driven by a more stable yen and strong gains in tech stocks.
Soybeans climb on bargain-buying support; corn and wheat also gain
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:05 am, by josephine
Chicago soybeans gained 0.2%, reaching $10.20-1/4 a bushel as of 0025 GMT, marking their first rise in three sessions. Corn futures edged up by 0.1% to $4.01 a bushel, and wheat inched higher by 0.1% to $5.38-3/4 a bushel.
Gold edges up on improved Fed rate cut expectations and Mideast tensions
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:05 am, by josephine
Key points Spot gold prices rose 0.3% to $2,387.37 per ounce as of 0157 GMT. Meanwhile, U.S. gold futures dipped by 0.3% to $2,426.00 per ounce. These movements reflect market anticipation of an interest rate cut by the U.S. Federal Reserve, with a 72% probability of a 50 basis points cut in September, up from Continue Reading
NZDUSD holds gains as rate cut bets ease after positive employment data
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:04 am, by josephine
Key Points The New Zealand dollar (Symbol: NZDUSD) maintained its position, staying close to a two-week high reached in the previous session. This stability comes on the back of mixed domestic economic data and external influences from a softer US dollar Picture: NZDUSD trades near a two-week high after positive employment data, as observed on Continue Reading
Rupee holds near record low despite positive Asian market cues
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:04 am, by josephine
Key Points This is a follow up article to: Rupee may drop to near 84/USD The Indian rupee has a relatively unchanged opening on Friday, hovering near its all-time low despite the positive sentiment seen across Asian markets. Picture: USDINR price at record low despite positive asian market cues, as observed on the VT Markets Continue Reading
Copper prices dip with fear of U.S. recession
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:04 am, by josephine
Copper prices fell as markets weighed ongoing economic uncertainties and awaited key demand outlook indicators. Copper dipped, reflecting cautious market sentiment.
US stock market rebound after major market selloff during recession fears
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:04 am, by josephine
US stock market rebounds after a steep selloff, driven by recession fears and global market volatility. Notable tech giants like Microsoft and Tesla see major declines.
Dollar steady, yen wobbles as traders assess rate cut bets and carry trades
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:04 am, by josephine
The dollar held its ground on Wednesday, while the yen retreated from a seven-month peak. Currency markets stabilised after a turbulent start to the week driven by recession fears and the unwinding of carry trades.
Asia stocks rise, yen retreats after BOJ rules out rate hikes
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:03 am, by josephine
Asian share markets extended their gains on Wednesday, with a notable rise in the Nikkei. This surge followed the Bank of Japan’s unexpected indication that it would not raise interest rates while markets remain volatile, leading to a sharp fall in the yen.
GBPUSD slides toward double bottom as BoE rate cut hits
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:03 am, by josephine
GBPUSD forming potential double bottom after the rate cut decision from the BoE. Explore market impacts and short-term trading opportunities in the British pound.
