Monthly Archives: October 2025
AUD Firms Modestly as RBA Minutes Affirm Hawkish-Hold Stance
Written on October 14, 2025 at 6:05 am, by
Key Takeaways: *The Aussie stabilized after RBA minutes emphasized a data-dependent approach and signaled no urgency to ease policy. *Strong Q2 GDP and persistent services inflation reinforced the central bank’s cautious, hold-and-see stance. *Traders eye upcoming Chinese inflation data and ongoing U.S.–China trade tensions as key drivers for near-term AUD volatility. Market Summary: The AustralianContinue Reading
Wall Street Whipsaws on Trade Tensions, Relief Rally Tests Resilience
Written on October 14, 2025 at 6:04 am, by
Key Takeaways: *U.S. equities bounced sharply, with the Nasdaq surging 2.2% after last Friday’s heavy sell-off triggered by the U.S.–China trade tensions. *Markets recovered as Trump’s softer weekend tone eased fears of a full-blown trade escalation, though volatility remains elevated. *Persistent enthusiasm around artificial intelligence continues to provide underlying support for Wall Street’s broader resilience.Continue Reading
Calmer Tone Lifts Dollar Briefly, But Safe-Haven Flows Anchor Gold’s Record Run
Written on October 14, 2025 at 6:02 am, by
Key Takeaways: *Trade Tone Softens: President Trump’s reassurances that the U.S. is “not looking to hurt China” eased fears of a renewed trade escalation. *Fragile Dollar Rebound: The dollar’s gains remain tentative amid a prolonged U.S. government shutdown, mounting debt concerns. *Gold’s Record Surge: Gold extended its rally, supported by negative real yields, strong centralContinue Reading
