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YEN GETS A LIFT AS VERBAL INTERVENTION PICKS UP, DOLLAR HEADS FOR WEEKLY RISE

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✍️ The yen found support after Japanese officials stepped up verbal intervention to stem its decline, while the dollar was on track for its biggest weekly rise in six weeks.

👉 The yen rose 0.4% to 156.82 per dollar after Japanese officials stepped up verbal intervention 👉 The dollar was on track for its biggest weekly rise in six weeks 👉 The yen has fallen around 6% since Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's lavish spending policies were implemented

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ANALYSIS-SCRAMBLE TO SELL JAPAN SOUNDS FISCAL WARNING BELLS

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✍️ Investors are selling off the yen and Japanese government bonds, driving borrowing costs to record highs and putting pressure on policymakers as Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi prepares to announce a stimulus package.

👉 Investors are selling off the yen and Japanese government bonds 👉 Borrowing costs have reached record highs 👉 The 10-year government bond yield has reached a 17-year high 👉 The yen has fallen to a 10-month low 👉 The market is sounding the warning bells 👉 Policymakers are facing a tough decision on how to stabilize the economy

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US STOCK FUTURES SLIDE, GOLD HITS FRESH RECORD ON US GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN

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✍️ US stock futures fell as the government shutdown hit markets, with gold hitting a record high.

👉 US stock futures fell as the government shutdown hit markets 👉 Gold hit a record high before retreating 👉 US Dollar Index was slightly lower 👉 Government shutdown may delay key economic reports 👉 US nonfarm payrolls and inflation numbers may be delayed

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MORNING BID: TECH WRECKS THE PARTY

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✍️ European and global markets are expected to open lower on Wednesday after a decline in Asian shares, with technology stocks leading the decline.

👉 Markets in Europe expected to open lower on Wednesday 👉 Technology stocks leading the decline in Asian shares 👉 U.S. Commerce Secretary considering taking equity stakes in Intel and other chip companies 👉 Concerns over President Trump's influence over the sector 👉 UK inflation figures to be released on Wednesday

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WHY MAJOR CHIP STOCKS ARE IN THE GREEN, DESPITE TRUMP'S 100% TARIFF THREAT

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✍️ President Trump announces 100% tariffs on imported semiconductor chips, but major Asian chip stocks rally as firms with US investments are exempt.

👉 President Trump announces 100% tariffs on imported semiconductor chips 👉 Major Asian chip stocks rally as firms with US investments are exempt 👉 Companies investing in US manufacturing will not be charged 👉 Taiwanese chip giant TSMC's stock closed 4.9% higher 👉 Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix also saw gains

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TRUMP'S PENALTY THREAT PUTS INDIA IN A BIND OVER RUSSIAN OIL

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✍️ India is facing pressure from the US to stop importing Russian oil, but New Delhi appears reluctant to end the trade, citing global market prices and stability.

👉 US President Donald Trump threatened a "penalty" over India's continued imports of Russian oil 👉 India's officials have remained noncommittal on the issue 👉 India's energy minister defended the country's actions, saying it helped stabilize global prices 👉 Analysts suggest that India may need to explore alternative oil sources, including Iran

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INDIA UNDER PRESSURE TO SEAL TRADE DEAL WITH U.S. AS DEADLINE LOOMS

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✍️ US pressure on India to seal a trade deal has intensified ahead of an Aug. 1 deadline, with India resisting greater market access for American agricultural products to protect its local farmers.

👉 The US and India are under pressure to finalize a trade deal by Aug. 1, with tariffs set to increase to 26% 👉 India has resisted greater market access for American agricultural products to protect its local farmers 👉 The US is seeking to counter China's influence in the region and sees India as a key partner 👉 India is diversifying its trade relationships and has advanced talks on trade agreements with other countries

-- #DonaldTrump #NarendraModi #PiyushGoyal #HarshV.Pant #VishnuVarathan #SarangShidore #Houston #Texas #India #Japan #UK #Brazil #China #Maldives #politics

JAPAN BOND YIELDS HIT MULTI-DECADE HIGHS AS FISCAL FEARS MOUNT AHEAD OF ELECTION

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✍️ Japan's 10-year government bond yield reached its highest level since 2008 due to concerns over fiscal spending ahead of an upper house election.

👉 Japan's 10-year government bond yield reached its highest level since 2008 👉 Concerns about fiscal spending ahead of an upper house election 👉 Discussions about consumption tax cuts and potential debt increase 👉 Bank of Japan's next rate hike may be accelerated due to easing inflation 👉 Supply-demand imbalances in the Japanese bond market

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YEN STRUGGLES AFTER TRUMP TARIFF LETTER; AUSSIE JUMPS AFTER RBA HOLD

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✍️ The yen weakened against the dollar after US President Donald Trump reiterated plans to impose 25% tariffs on goods from Japan and South Korea, while the Australian dollar rose after the country's central bank left interest rates unchanged.

👉 US President Donald Trump plans to impose 25% tariffs on goods from Japan and South Korea 👉 The yen weakened against the dollar in response to the announcement 👉 The Australian dollar rose after the country's central bank left interest rates unchanged 👉 The uncertainty surrounding Trump's tariffs is expected to continue 👉 The potential impact on global trade is unclear

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TRUMP TARIFFS RAISE THE SPECTER OF SHARPER ECONOMIC DOWNTURN FOR SOUTH KOREA AND JAPAN

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✍️ US President Donald Trump announces 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea, citing unfair trade practices and seeking to open their markets to US goods.

👉 US President Donald Trump announces 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea 👉 Tariffs take effect on August 1st 👉 Tariffs aimed at reducing US trade deficit and promoting American industries 👉 Japan and South Korea already feeling impact of existing tariffs on auto and steel exports 👉 New tariffs expected to further hurt economies of Japan and South Korea

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OIL SURGES ON REPORT THAT ISRAEL IS PREPARING TO STRIKE IRAN

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✍️ Oil prices surged after a report suggested that Israel may be preparing to strike Iranian nuclear facilities, potentially disrupting negotiations and adding to Middle East volatility.

👉 Oil prices surged after a report suggested that Israel may be preparing to strike Iranian nuclear facilities 👉 Israel's potential strike could hinder progress in Iran-US talks 👉 Middle East volatility could add to global oil market uncertainty

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DOLLAR HITS THREE-YEAR LOW AS TRUMP ATTACKS THREATEN FED'S INDEPENDENCE

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✍️ The US dollar tumbled to its lowest level in three years due to investor concerns over President Trump's attacks on the Federal Reserve chairman, potentially threatening the central bank's independence.

👉 The dollar fell to its lowest level in three years 👉 Trump criticized Fed Chair Jerome Powell on social media 👉 The move has sparked concerns over the potential undermining of the Fed's independence 👉 The dollar's decline is attributed to Trump's tariffs and trade policies

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DOLLAR SLUMPS TO THREE-YEAR LOW AS TRUMP ATTACKS FED CHAIRMAN

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✍️ The dollar slumped to its lowest level in three years after Donald Trump's economic adviser suggested that the US president is seeking to oust the chairman of the Federal Reserve, causing investors to worry over the independence of America's central bank.

👉 The dollar slumped to its lowest level in three years 👉 Donald Trump's economic adviser suggested that the US president is seeking to oust the chairman of the Federal Reserve 👉 Investors worried over the independence of America's central bank 👉 The dollar fell 1.1% on Monday to a three-year low against a basket of six major currencies 👉 Every G10 currency gained against the dollar

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GLOBAL TECH STOCKS CLIMB AS TARIFF THREAT DODGED FOR NOW

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✍️ Global technology stocks surged after the Trump administration provided temporary tariff relief for electronics and semiconductor makers.

👉 The Trump administration exempted smartphones, computers, and other electronics from its reciprocal tariffs. 👉 The relief is crucial for Apple, which relies heavily on supply chain partners in China. 👉 Investors are optimistic that the reprieve may open a window for companies and lobbyists to seek better terms. 👉 US chipmakers and European tech stocks advanced in premarket trading. 👉 Apple's shares rose 6% in premarket trading.

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PUNCH DRUNK TRADERS ACROSS ASIA READY FOR ANOTHER WEEK OF DRAMA

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✍️ Asian stocks experienced extreme volatility last week, with investors on edge due to US President Donald Trump's trade policy decisions.

👉 Asian stocks experienced extreme volatility last week 👉 US President Donald Trump's trade policy decisions were a major driver of market moves 👉 Japanese government bonds posted their worst day ever 👉 Credit spreads blew out the most since 2000 👉 The Chinese yuan sank to its weakest level since 2007 👉 Currency traders are expected to react to market reopenings on Monday

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ASIA MARKETS ENDED MIXED AFTER VOLATILE TRADING

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✍️ Asian markets closed mixed on Friday amid ongoing US-China trade tensions and high tariff rates, with investors remaining wary.

👉 Asian markets closed mixed on Friday 👉 Sentiment remained jittery over President Donald Trump's trade war 👉 Markets in Hong Kong and China ended higher after state-owned funds and firms pledged support 👉 Investors are expecting stimulus from Beijing amid its escalating trade war with Washington 👉 The US's tariff rate against Chinese imports is now 145%

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ASIAN STOCKS DOWN AFTER TRUMP IMPOSES TARIFFS ON IMPORTS OF STEEL AND ALUMINUM

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✍️ Asian stocks fell on Tuesday after US President Donald Trump imposed 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, while the US stock futures also declined.

👉 US President Donald Trump imposed 25% tariffs on all US imports of steel and aluminum 👉 Asian stocks fell, with the Hang Seng index declining 0.87% to 21,335.38 👉 US stock futures also declined, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average futures sliding 82 points 👉 The S&P 500 rose 40.45 points to 6,066.44 on Monday 👉 The Fed cut its main interest rate several times through the end of last year, but traders have been sharply curtailing their expectations for more reductions in 2025

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DOLLAR JITTERY AS MARKET LOOKS TO CPI DATA, WHILE AUSTRALIAN, NZ CURRENCIES RISE ON CHINA

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✍️ The euro held firm against the dollar on Monday as investors awaited US inflation data, while the Australian and New Zealand dollars rallied after China announced a monetary policy shift.

👉 The euro held firm against the dollar on Monday 👉 The Australian and New Zealand dollars rallied after China announced a monetary policy shift 👉 US inflation data is expected to be released later this week 👉 The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates by a quarter point next week 👉 China will adopt an "appropriately loose" monetary policy next year to support economic growth

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Investors Dial Back ‘Trump Trades’ as Policy Doubts Seep In.

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The market is adjusting to the reality of Donald Trump's presidency, with investors reevaluating their bets on his proposed policies, including tariffs. The dollar and Treasury yields have returned to recent ranges, while Chinese stocks and the yuan have gained ground. Traders are now focusing on other key events, such as the Federal Reserve's easing path and China's fiscal stimulus. The uncertainty surrounding Trump's policies has led to a decrease in enthusiasm for 'Trump Trades', with some investors taking profits and others questioning the execution of his plans. ● Investors are tempering their enthusiasm for Trump's tariff proposals ● The market is adjusting to the reality of Donald Trump's presidency ● Traders are focusing on other key events, such as the Federal Reserve's easing path and China's fiscal stimulus ● The uncertainty surrounding Trump's policies has led to a decrease in enthusiasm for 'Trump Trades'

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