Monthly Archives: October 2025
41654156156Oil Markets Balance Trade Hopes and Sanction Fears
Written on October 31, 2025 at 6:46 am, by pumarketings
Key Takeaways: *Oil prices held near $60 as optimism over U.S.–China tariff reductions lifted sentiment across energy markets. *Renewed U.S. sanctions on Russian exports injected a mild supply risk premium, offsetting weak demand signals. Market Summary: Oil markets traded sideways on Thursday but remained underpinned by a confluence of trade optimism and fresh geopolitical supplyContinue Reading
Aussie Strong Ahead of RBA Decision
Written on October 31, 2025 at 6:44 am, by pumarketings
Key Takeaways: *The Australian dollar remains resilient despite a stronger U.S. dollar, supported by robust domestic fundamentals. *Australia’s Q3 CPI surged to 3.2% YoY, reinforcing expectations that the RBA will keep rates unchanged at its November 5 meeting. *The U.S.-China trade truce has lifted sentiment toward China-linked assets, underpinning further upside potential for the AUD.Continue Reading
Indices Pause at Highs Amid Trade Truce, Fed Outlook
Written on October 31, 2025 at 6:43 am, by pumarketings
Key Takeaways: *U.S. equities consolidated as bullish momentum faded following a limited U.S.-China trade truce and hawkish Fed tone. *Despite a 25 bps rate reduction, Powell’s pushback against another December cut curbed investor enthusiasm. *While most “Magnificent 7” names met expectations, Meta’s 10% post-earnings drop weighed on sentiment. Market Summary: GUS equities traded in aContinue Reading
