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Japan’s Inflation Paradox Is Creating Winners and Losers

Rising prices are sparking a wave of criticism toward the Japanese government while simultaneously heralding a shift from prolonged deflation to a more dynamic economy, according to Bloomberg correspondent Shery Ahn.

14 Aug 2026·7.8k views

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Gold Holds Near $4,400 as Market Awaits Fed Guidance and Hormuz Developments

Gold prices steadied around $4,400 per ounce while investors evaluated the Federal Reserve’s future rate path and the chances of reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

14 Aug 2026·5.1k views

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BIP‑110 Fails After Two Blocks; CLARITY Act Heads to Senate Vote

Bitcoin’s controversial BIP‑110 soft‑fork fizzled after two blocks, while the CLARITY Act moves toward a September Senate vote likely to be rejected.

10 Aug 2026·150k views

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Japanese Government Bonds Slip as BOJ Signals Faster Rate Hike Path

JGB yields rose in early Tokyo trading after the Bank of Japan’s July 30‑31 Summary of Opinions hinted at a potentially accelerated schedule of interest‑rate hikes.

10 Aug 2026·22k views

Japanese Government Bonds Slip as BOJ Signals Faster Rate Hikes

JGBs fell in early Tokyo trading after the Bank of Japan's July 30‑31 Summary of Opinions hinted at a potentially quicker pace of future rate increases.

10 Aug 2026·18k views

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Gold Stays Flat as U.S. July Payrolls Signal Softening Labor Market

Gold prices remained unchanged in the Asian session as U.S. July payroll data led investors to anticipate a gentler labor‑market trajectory, weighing on the dollar and supporting precious metals, according to Sucden Financial.

10 Aug 2026·16k views

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U.S. Stock Futures Hold Steady Amid Iran Tensions and Pending Inflation Data

U.S. stock-index futures remain largely unchanged on Sunday, as fresh demands from Iran intensify uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz, while traders await key inflation figures later this week.

10 Aug 2026·12k views

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Dollar Slides, Euro and Yen Rise as Fed Rate‑Hike Odds Fade; Gold Hits 7‑Week High

The U.S. dollar slipped to a seven‑week trough after weaker‑than‑expected July payroll data, lifting the euro, yen and precious metals while cutting market expectations for a September Fed rate increase.

8 Aug 2026·17k views

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US Senate Postpones Crypto Legislation, Giving Asian Hubs a Strategic Breathing Space

The Senate’s decision to defer a vote on the CLARITY Act until after the August recess has opened a window for Hong Kong and Singapore to solidify their standing as digital‑asset centers, experts say.

7 Aug 2026·13k views

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U.S. Halts Saudi Crude Imports in July for First Time Since 1985

In July, the United States ceased all imports of crude oil from Saudi Arabia, marking the first full‑month stoppage in more than three decades. The pause, driven by heightened tensions in the Persian Gulf, may influence global oil benchmarks.

7 Aug 2026·9.7k views

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Oil Prices Surge While Gold Recedes: Market Snapshot for 7–8 August

Brent and WTI crude climb over 5%, yet gold pulls back after a brief touch of $4,300/oz, while Asian equities and Vietnam’s VN-Index face downward pressure amid Middle East tensions.

7 Aug 2026·6.4k views

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Australian Dollar Eyes Upside Risk with 0.7075 Break Against the U.S. Dollar – UOB Insight

UOB’s latest commentary highlights the Australian dollar’s potential to climb if it can breach the 0.7075 threshold against the U.S. dollar, while a drop below 0.7065 would signal a downside turn.

7 Aug 2026·113k views