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Global markets are focused on tonight’s U.S. August nonfarm payrolls, with expectations of a weak report fueling bets on three Fed rate cuts by year-end. The dollar came under pressure while flight-to-safety demand supported the yen and gold. A-shares (mainland Chinese stocks) and Hong Kong stocks rebounded, led by technology and new energy sectors. Internationally, Thailand’s new prime minister was confirmed, and anticipation of high-level U.S.-Russia talks rose, though geopolitical risks remained contained.
Key Highlights: July UK retail sales unexpectedly rose, boosting the pound. The dollar weakened amid growing Fed rate cut expectations ahead of nonfarm payrolls. The yen fluctuated amid Japanese political uncertainty. The Chinese yuan extended gains for a third day, closing at 7.1378.
| Analysis Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Positive/Negative Catalysts | Pound supported; dollar pressured; yuan modestly up; yen faces political risk pressure |
| Market Impact | Pound/USD rebounded short-term; dollar index fell near 98; yuan steady; yen traded stronger but volatile |
| Core Logic | Weak nonfarm outlook raised rate cut bets weighing on dollar; UK data buoyed pound; Japan political turmoil drove yen volatility; policy support underpinned yuan |
Key Highlights: China’s three major A-share indexes recovered losses, with the ChiNext surging 6%. Hong Kong’s tech and property sectors were active. U.S. tech giants showed mixed earnings results, while Tesla warned of sluggish sales. UBS upgraded ASML’s rating.
| Analysis Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Positive/Negative Catalysts | A-shares and Hong Kong stocks broadly positive; mixed U.S. tech earnings; Tesla bearish |
| Market Impact | Increased capital inflows lifted Chinese indexes; U.S. equities under pressure but held steady pre-nonfarm; tech sector volatility rose |
| Core Logic | Domestic policy and funds fueled A-share rebound; U.S. economic uncertainty split tech stocks; corporate results influenced individual shares |
Key Highlights: Signs of weakening U.S. labor demand intensified as multiple institutions forecast slower nonfarm job growth, reinforcing Fed rate cut expectations. German factory orders declined for a second month, while Japan’s record minimum wage hike raised cost pressures.
| Analysis Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Positive/Negative Catalysts | Weak U.S. macro data bearish for dollar and risk assets; Japan wage hike may increase inflationary pressures |
| Market Impact | U.S. Treasury yields fell as Fed easing bets grew; Europe manufacturing weakness dampened eurozone confidence |
| Core Logic | Labor market slowdown increases easing likelihood; rising Japanese labor costs raise inflation concerns |
Key Highlights: Gold remained elevated but slipped about $1 to near $3,605 per ounce. Oil edged lower to around $63 per barrel. Carbon prices dropped 2.6%.
| Analysis Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Positive/Negative Catalysts | Gold supported by safe-haven flows; oil and carbon prices pressured lower |
| Market Impact | Gold retained appeal but lacked breakout momentum; weak energy prices capped oil gains |
| Core Logic | Pre-nonfarm flight-to-safety boosted gold; high inventories and demand worries restrained oil |
Key Highlights: Thailand’s new prime minister Anutin was elected, stabilizing the pro-Pride Party government. Russian President Putin backed central bank rate hikes and denied economic stagnation signs. High-level U.S.-Russia talks are expected soon.
| Analysis Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Positive/Negative Catalysts | Thai political stability supports regional risk sentiment; stable Sino-Russian ties but ongoing geopolitical tensions persist |
| Market Impact | Southeast Asian stability bolstered investment confidence and mildly supported risk assets; anticipated U.S.-Russia dialogue eased some geopolitical concerns |
| Core Logic | Political stability reduces regional uncertainty aiding capital inflows; major power talks lower conflict escalation risks |