Monthly Archives: September 2026
41654156156RBA Set to Deliver Hawkish Hike to 4.60%; Aussie Hinges on Guidance
Written on September 28, 2026 at 6:41 am, by pumarketings
Key Takeaways: *The RBA is expected to raise the cash rate by 25bp to 4.60%, ending its two-meeting pause and taking rates to their highest level since late 2011. *While headline inflation eased to 3.5%, trimmed-mean inflation remained elevated at 3.6%, while resilient employment and domestic demand continue to support the case for tighter policy.Continue Reading
Yen Rebounds as October BoJ Hike Speculation Builds
Written on September 28, 2026 at 6:39 am, by pumarketings
Key Takeaways: *The Japanese yen recovered as markets increased speculation over another BoJ rate hike in October. *The BoJ recently raised its policy rate to 1.25%, the highest level in more than three decades. *Former BoJ executive Kazuo Momma said the central bank could raise rates for a second straight month in October, earlier thanContinue Reading
Oil Rebounds as US–Iran Talks Stall Over Strait of Hormuz
Written on September 28, 2026 at 6:35 am, by pumarketings
Key Takeaways *Crude oil rebounded more than 1% after the latest US–Iran negotiations failed to produce an agreement. *President Trump rejected Iran’s proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz under Tehran’s requested conditions. *Brent climbed toward $106 per barrel as traders rebuilt part of the geopolitical risk premium. *Negotiations are expected to resume this week,Continue Reading
