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Aug 2026
China’s yuan hits 7-month low due to weak PBOC guidance

Key points: China’s yuan eased to a fresh seven-month low against the dollar on Tuesday, signaling its sixth consecutive monthly decline as the central bank, the People’s Bank of China (PBOC), continued to set weaker official fixings. Despite the dollar’s …

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Aug 2026
Aussie rallies on inflation surprise and rate hike speculations

Key points The Australian dollar surged higher on Wednesday after data revealed that inflation accelerated much more than expected in May. This development impacted bonds as investors priced in a greater risk of another increase in interest rates. Inflation surges …

15

Aug 2026
Silver shines bright as the best-performing commodity of 2024 

Silver prices (Symbol: XAGUSD) have been on an upward trajectory in 2024 with 21% year-to-date, making it one of the best-performing commodities this year. Silver has outperformed its metallic counterparts, gold and copper, as well as the S&P 500 index.  …

15

Aug 2026
Dow Jones outperforms as tech stocks slump alongside broad market selloff 

Key Points:  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (Symbol: DJ30) showcased a robust performance, defying the broader market trend where technology stocks led a significant selloff. This divergence highlights a notable rotation from tech-heavy sectors to more stable consumer businesses, including …

15

Aug 2026
Week ahead: Updated inflation data expected to influence policy

This week, market participants will have their eyes on key economic indicators from Australia, the US, and China, as these data points are expected to provide deeper insights into inflation trends and economic health. Australia to release CPI for June …

15

Aug 2026
Chinese renminbi loses strength in the face of a strong US dollar 

With a strong US dollar in the backdrop, the USDCNH currency pair is seeking to break above 7.30, despite efforts from the PBOC to counterbalance the US dollar.

15

Aug 2026
Wheat prices fall to lowest level since April due to increased supply, strong dollar

Key points: Chicago wheat futures experienced a dip to their lowest point since April, driven by a stronger U.S. dollar and an improved supply outlook. As harvests ramp up across the United States and other key regions, fresh grain supplies …

15

Aug 2026
Gold prices edge lower in anticipation of key US inflation data 

Key points:  Gold prices (Symbol: XAUUSD) edged lower on Tuesday, with the markets anticipating key US inflation data, namely the personal consumption expenditures index (PCE). The PCE announcement on Friday could shed light on the stance of the Federal Reserve on interest …

15

Aug 2026
Japan’s Nikkei climbs to mid-April high on value stock surge and weaker yen

Key points: Japan’s Nikkei share average closed on Tuesday at its highest level in more than two months, marking a significant rally to 39,173.15, a 0.95% increase. The broader Topix climbed 1.72% to 2,787.37. This upswing reflects a shift in …

15

Aug 2026
Aussie surges as interest rate outlooks diverge

Key points: The Australian dollar experienced gains this week, buoyed by contrasting interest rate outlooks across major economies. As the Swiss National Bank and the Bank of England leaned towards more dovish policies, the Australian market showed resilience, hinting at …

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