CHINESE DEVELOPERS BUYING LAND AT A PREMIUM State-backed developers are purchasing land at up to 20% above asking price. 37% of land deals in 2025 sold at a 20%+ premium, up from 14% in 2024. Key players include China Resources Land, China Overseas Land & Investment, and Poly Developments. The
GERMAN DAX RISES ON ELECTION DEVELOPMENTS The German DAX 30 index saw a strong rise on Monday. The index recovered losses from the previous session. Market optimism surrounding political stability supported the gains. European stocks showed mixed performance in the first trading of the week.
Tokyo Gas sells U.S. assets – It sold a 25% stake in a Texas gas project. Buyer is Shizuoka Gas – Shizuoka Gas bought it for $130 million. Reason for sale – Tokyo Gas wants to reorganize its business. Focus on other areas – It will now invest more in East Texas and
The stock market dropped a lot on Friday due to worries about the U.S. economy and inflation. The Dow Jones fell 724 points (1.6%), making its biggest drop in 2025 so far. In two days, the Dow has lost over 1,200 points. The S&P 500
Bitcoin Price Range: Bitcoin has been moving between $94,000 and $100,000 since early February. Weak Demand: There is low demand for Bitcoin right now. ETF Outflows: Investors have withdrawn $489.60 million from US Bitcoin spot ETFs as of Thursday. Liquidity Issues: Market liquidity remains weak, affecting Bitcoin’
Gold price is staying strong but taking a short break near its highest level ever. US Treasury yields (interest rates) are going up, but the US Dollar is going down, keeping Gold in a steady range. For Gold to rise further, it needs to go above $2,935 on the
UKRAINE FACES CRISIS AS U.S. BACKING WANES AFTER 3 YEARS OF WAR Ukraine struggles as war with Russia enters 3rd year. U.S.-Ukraine relationship deteriorates since Trump’s inauguration. Future U.S. military aid looks uncertain. U.S. support for future peacekeeping missions unlikely.
MARKET OUTLOOK FOR THE WEEK OF 24TH-28TH FEBRUARY Monday: starts slow with no major economic data for the FX market. Tuesday: U.S. releases CB consumer confidence and Richmond manufacturing index. Wednesday: Australia's inflation data and Japan's BoJ Core CPI y/y are in focus. U.
GBP/USD WEEKLY OUTLOOK: BULLISH MOMENTUM CONTINUES GBP/USD hit over two-month highs above 1.2650 against the USD. The pair surpassed the 100-day SMA; focus shifts to the 200-day SMA. Traders may see a pause with light data releases ahead. Bullish potential for the Pound Sterling remains intact.
NEW ZEALAND CREDIT CARD SPENDING UP, KIWI DOLLAR RISES January credit card spending in New Zealand rose by 1.3% y/y, reversing the prior -1.3%. NZD/USD is influenced more by a weaker USD than the data itself. Other currencies like AUD, EUR, and CHF also see gains.
US Market Repo rates (short-term borrowing rates) are attractive. Treasury bills (short-term government debt) may increase in value. The Federal Reserve (Fed) may cut interest rates more than expected. UK Market Interest rates may also be reduced, like in the US. Eurozone Market Unsecured lending rates (loans without collateral) remain
Gold price dropped below $2,950 on Monday. US Treasury bond yields increased, causing the price drop. A weaker US Dollar, helped by the EUR/USD rally, may limit further decline. Donald Trump’s tariff threats could also support gold prices.