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Nikkei Hits 3-Week High on Wall Street Gains and BOJ Dovishness
Key points: The Nikkei climbed to a three-week high as trading resumed after a long holiday weekend in Japan. Boosted by Wall Street’s performance overnight, the Nikkei surged by 1.5%, reaching 38,293.34 in early trading. Earlier in the session, it touched 38,338.65, its highest point since September 3. Picture: Nikkei trading at 38033.85 on the Continue Reading
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:26 am
Categories: Today's Analysis
Australian Dollar Hits 19-Month Peak, Kiwi Reaches Yearly Highs
Key points: We saw the Australian dollar climbing to $0.6890, coming close to the $0.6908 mark, a level not touched since early 2023. Breaking these levels has opened the door for further movement towards $0.7030 and $0.7088. This momentum has been largely driven by hopes that China’s latest round of stimulus will provide a much-needed Continue Reading
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:26 am
Categories: Today's Analysis
Oil Prices Consolidate on Mixed Market Signals
Oil prices consolidate as U.S. crude oil inventories decline, but waning optimism over the Chinese economic stimulus and rising Middle East tensions keep markets in a cautious state. -vtmarkets.com
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:25 am
Categories: Today's Analysis
S&P 500 Hits Record High on Renewed Optimism over Rate Cuts
The S&P 500 hit new record highs as semiconductor stocks rallied and traders increased bets on further interest rate cuts. Investors now focus on upcoming economic data for insights into the Fed’s policy direction. -vtmarkets.com
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:25 am
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Traders focus on data, elections, and earnings after Fed rate cut
The Federal Reserve’s decision to cut rates by 50 basis points sent the benchmark S&P 500 to its first closing all-time high in two months. So far, the index has gained 0.8% in September, a month historically known for weaker performance in equities. -vtmarkets.com
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:25 am
Categories: Today's Analysis
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