Daily Global Market Update

The British Pound fell 0.4% against the US dollar, while Bitcoin rose 0.2%. Oil prices increased on lower US stockpiles, and AUD/USD dipped slightly. Japan's economic data and Europe's finance meeting are on tap today.

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Pound's Recent Decline

The GBP/USD pair experienced a decrease of 0.4% against the dollar in the last session. The Williams' indicator is signalling an oversold market.

Bitcoin's Uptick

The Bitcoin/USD pair rose by 0.2% in the last session, reaching a high of 2.3%. The ROC (Rate of Change) indicator shows a positive signal.

Oil's Price Rise

The oil experienced a rise of 0.7% in the last session. The MACD indicates a positive trend.

AUD/USD's Minor Drop

The AUD/USD pair dropped by 0.2% in the last session. The ROC is indicating a negative signal.

Global Financial Headlines

Japanese cryptocurrency exchange bitFlyer acquires the Japanese arm of collapsed platform FTX, announcing plans to rebrand it as bitFly Holdings. In the US, first-time applications for unemployment benefits slightly fell last week, and new housing construction hit its lowest level in nearly four years last May, suggesting moderate economic activity in the second quarter. Oil prices increased following a reported draw on crude oil by the US Energy Information Administration and a cooling jobs market, raising hopes for a potential Federal Reserve rate cut.

Upcoming Economic Highlights

Here's a brief rundown of today's anticipated economic releases:

• Japan's Jibun Bank Services PMI - 0300 GMT

• Eurozone's ECOFIN Meeting - 0700 GMT

• France's Business Climate in Manufacturing - 0645 GMT

• UK's Retail Sales - 0600 GMT

• Japan's Jibun Bank Manufacturing PMI - 0300 GMT

• UK's Public Sector Net Borrowing - 0600 GMT

Réglementation: FCA (UK), FSA (Seychelles), FSCA (South Africa)

Markets in Flux: Gold Slips on USD Demand as WTI Rallies Amid Geopolitical Concerns | 26th August 2025

WTI rallies above $63.50 as fading hopes for a Russia-Ukraine peace deal boost oil prices. Gold struggles near $3,330 despite Fed rate cut bets, while silver holds firm near $39.00. AUD/USD climbs toward 0.6550 on risk appetite and dovish Fed tone, while USD/CAD stays weak near 1.3500 as oil strength supports the loonie. Markets now eye U.S. jobs and inflation data for direction.

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ATFX Market Outlook 26th August 2025

U.S. new home sales in July declined as persistently high mortgage rates continued to dampen housing demand. U.S. equities closed lower on Monday, with investors weighing the interest rate outlook while focusing on NVIDIA’s upcoming quarterly earnings, all while digesting last Friday’s strong rebound. The Dow Jones fell 0.77%, the S&P 500 lost 0.43%, and the Nasdaq slipped 0.2%.

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Markets React to Powell’s Dovish Tone: Gold Slips, USD Mixed Across Majors | 25th August 2025

Markets react to Powell’s dovish tone as gold dips near $3,365 and NZD/USD consolidates around 0.5860 despite upbeat retail sales. EUR/USD retreats toward 1.1700, while AUD/USD slips to 0.6480 on RBA easing bets. USD/CAD holds near 1.3820 after Friday’s sharp drop. Traders now eye U.S. GDP, PCE inflation, and Canada’s GDP for the next directional cues.

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ATFX Market Outlook 25th August 2025

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell hinted that rate cuts may be needed but stressed caution, while unveiling a new policy framework with a flexible inflation target. U.S. equities closed higher on Friday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average reaching a record closing high. Investors poured into risk assets, driving the Dow up 1.89%, the S&P 500 up 1.52%, and the Nasdaq Composite up 1.88%.

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GBP/USD: Friday correction after surge

On Friday, the GBP/USD pair declined to 1.3401 after strong gains earlier in the week. The previous rally was triggered by July business activity data, which showed the best performance in a year, mainly supported by the services sector.

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Markets Brace for Powell’s Speech: Gold and Silver Slip, Oil Rallies, Currencies Hold Steady | 22nd August 2025

Markets hold steady ahead of Powell’s Jackson Hole speech, with gold near $3,330 and silver slipping toward $38.00 as Fed cut bets fade. WTI rallies toward $63.50 on strong U.S. demand and supply concerns. AUD/USD stays under pressure near 0.6410 on dollar strength, while USD/CNY steadies around 7.1320 after a firmer PBoC fix. Traders brace for Powell’s policy signals.

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ATFX Market Outlook 22nd August 2025

Ahead of Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s speech tonight, three Fed officials poured cold water on expectations of a September rate cut. U.S. PMI data showed stronger business activity in August, but weekly jobless claims posted the most significant increase in nearly three months, highlighting continued labor market weakness.

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Eurozone PMI in Focus as Dollar Holds Strong | 21st August 2025

FX markets tread cautiously ahead of Eurozone PMI and FOMC minutes. EUR/USD holds near 1.1650 under dollar pressure, while GBP/USD slips toward 1.3400 on sticky UK inflation. USD/JPY steadies in the mid-147s, EUR/JPY consolidates near 171.70, and USD/CAD hovers at 1.3880 with oil gains offering little relief. Traders eye PMI prints and Fed signals for direction.

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EURUSD	1.16407	GBPUSD	1.34776	AUDUSD	0.64961
USDJPY	147.464	USDCAD	1.38313	USDCHF	0.80366