Monthly Archives: April 2026
Commerzbank’s Dr Henry Hao says China’s Q1 2026 GDP hit 5.0%, reducing urgency for major stimulus
Written on April 16, 2026 at 2:19 pm, by josephine
China’s Q1 2026 GDP rose 5.0%, driven by industry and infrastructure, while consumers lagged. Rate cuts less likely.
TSMC Earnings Beat Keeps AI Demand Story Intact
Written on April 16, 2026 at 9:15 am, by josephine
TSMC beats Q1 profit and revenue forecasts as AI chip demand stays firm, though energy and helium risks still shadow the outlook. | VT Markets
BIRD Over the AI Cuckoo’s Nest?
Written on April 16, 2026 at 9:13 am, by josephine
Allbirds’ pivot from eco-friendly footwear to AI infrastructure has sent its stock soaring. This move could open the door for more brands to enter AI, but will it succeed? | Opinion
Dividend Adjustment Notice – Apr 16 ,2026
Written on April 16, 2026 at 8:23 am, by anakin
Dear Client, Please note that the dividends of the following products will be adjusted accordingly. Index dividends will be executed separately through a balance statement directly to your trading account, and the comment will be in the following format “Div & Product Name & Net Volume”. Please refer to the table below for more details: Continue Reading
Copper Near 6-Week Peak on Iran Talks
Written on April 16, 2026 at 3:14 am, by josephine
Copper trades near six-week highs as US-Iran peace hopes ease demand fears and keep industrial metals supported. | VT Markets
Dividend Adjustment Notice – Apr 15 ,2026
Written on April 15, 2026 at 10:00 am, by anakin
Dear Client, Please note that the dividends of the following products will be adjusted accordingly. Index dividends will be executed separately through a balance statement directly to your trading account, and the comment will be in the following format “Div & Product Name & Net Volume”. Please refer to the table below for more details: Continue Reading
Is Oil the Best Inflation Hedge? Oil vs. Gold in 2026
Written on April 15, 2026 at 9:15 am, by josephine
Discover why oil is a more direct inflation driver than gold. Learn how energy prices impact tech, the US dollar, and global economic cycles. | VT Markets
Week Ahead: All Eyes on Oil as US Blocks Strait of Hormuz
Written on April 15, 2026 at 8:09 am, by casandra
West Texas Intermediate (WTI), the US oil benchmark, kicked off the week with a strong bullish gap, surging around 11% as it eyes a move back toward the $100 level. The breakdown in US-Iran peace negotiations, coupled with the US move to blockade the Strait of Hormuz, is putting the already fragile ceasefire at risk—supporting further upside in oil prices. | VT Markets
Aussie Holds Firm As Oil Retreat Supports Risk Appetite
Written on April 15, 2026 at 6:15 am, by josephine
AUDUSD trades near 0.713 as lower oil, firmer equities and RBA hike bets support the Aussie ahead of jobs data. | VT Markets
Gold Near Weekly High as Dollar Stays Soft
Written on April 15, 2026 at 5:15 am, by josephine
Gold steadies near 4,842 as a softer dollar supports bullion while Iran talks and Fed rate expectations keep traders cautious. | VT Markets
