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Japan’s Nikkei slips as investors seize profits after 2-day rise
Key points: Japan’s Nikkei share average fell on Tuesday as profit-taking set in after Japanese equities rebounded close to the 39,000-point mark the previous day. The Nikkei declined 0.45% to 38,749.25, while the broader Topix was down 0.46% at 2785.22. Picture: Nikkei 225 seen trading at 38851.15 on the VT Markets app. Traders capture profits Continue Reading
Written on August 15, 2026 at 10:32 am
Categories: Today's Analysis
Dollar steadies before inflation test; Yen unaffected by Tokyo CPI
Key points: On Friday, the dollar was recovering after a challenging session against other major currencies. This reaction followed a downward revision to U.S. GDP for the first quarter, suggesting potential for rate cuts later this year. Investors are now turning their attention to upcoming inflation data for further clues on monetary policy. Recent data Continue Reading
Written on August 15, 2026 at 10:31 am
Categories: Today's Analysis
NZD rises against slow economic growth in the U.S.
Key Points: The New Zealand dollar (NZD) climbed to around $0.612 on Thursday with the support from revised economic data indicating that the US economy grew at a slower pace than previously estimated in the first quarter. This has increased speculation that the Federal Reserve may have room to cut interest rates later this year. Continue Reading
Written on August 15, 2026 at 10:31 am
Categories: Today's Analysis
Gold edges higher ahead of key inflation report, poised for monthly gain
Key points: Gold prices showed a slight increase on Friday, marking a potential fourth consecutive monthly gain. Investors are keenly awaiting the U.S. inflation data which is expected to shed light on the Federal Reserve’s future moves. Picture: Gold price shows slight increase on the VT Markets app. Market fundamentals: Federal Reserve policymakers maintain a Continue Reading
Written on August 15, 2026 at 10:31 am
Categories: Today's Analysis
Hong Kong stocks surge on rate cut prospects; mixed performance in China
Key points: On Monday, Hong Kong’s stock market experienced an observable surge, with the benchmark Hang Seng Index posting its best daily performance in a month. This optimism was largely driven by the anticipated rate cut from the European Central Bank (ECB), which is expected to trim rates by a quarter point to 3.75% on Continue Reading
Written on August 15, 2026 at 10:31 am
Categories: Today's Analysis
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