Event Guide: RBA Monetary Policy Statement (August 2025)

RBA’s August decision could shake up Aussie trading and reset market expectations. This month, Governor Bullock’s post-decision remarks may end up driving the bigger moves. Here are the points you need to know if you’re trading RBA’s event! This Article Is For Premium Members Only Become a Premium member for full website access, plus get: Ad-free experience…

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WTI crude oil futures settle at $63.17

WTI crude oil futures are settling $0.79 lower at $63.17. The low for the day extended to $63.06. The high for the day was at $64.34. Looking at the hourly chart below, the price is moving away from its 100-hour moving average up at $64.82. The price is also dipping below the low of a swing area between $63.61…

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Consumer Price Index rises 2.7% in July vs. 2.8% forecast

Inflation in the United States (US), as measured by the change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI), remained unchanged at 2.7% on a yearly basis in July, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on Tuesday. This reading came in below the market expectation of 2.8%. On a monthly basis, the CPI and the core CPI rose by 0.2%…

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Different Types of Stocks: Complete Guide for Beginners 2025

2025.08.12 2025.08.12 Different Types of Stocks: What You Should Know Before Investing Oleg Tkachenkohttps://www.litefinance.org/blog/authors/oleg-tkachenko/ Stocks can be divided into several categories based on how they behave in different market conditions. When it comes to risk, investors often distinguish between blue-chip and speculative stocks. In terms of returns, common classifications include value stocks, growth stocks, and dividend stocks. Understanding different…

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Event Guide: U.S. CPI Report (July 2025)

The latest U.S. NFP had dollar traders pricing in much stronger odds of Fed easing soon, but can the upcoming CPI release still change all that? Expectations are for price pressures to pick up due to higher U.S. tariffs, although policymakers have warned that these could have a temporary impact. Here’s what to look out for…

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Tech sector rallies while semiconductors face turbulence

Stock heatmap by FinViz.com Tue, 12 Aug 2025 14:46:06 GMT Tech sector rallies while semiconductors face turbulence Following today’s trading session, the U.S. stock market presented a tapestry of bullish momentum mixed with cautious pulls, particularly within the semiconductor space. Notwithstanding some declines, investor optimism in technology stocks defined the day. 💻 Technology and Consumer Electronics: A Beacon of…

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Platinum Avoids Tariffs But Faces More Roadblocks Ahead. Forecast as of 12.08.2025

2025.08.12 2025.08.12 Platinum Avoids Tariffs But Faces More Roadblocks Ahead. Forecast as of 12.08.2025 Dmitri Demidenkohttps://www.litefinance.org/blog/authors/dmitri-demidenko/ Donald Trump’s policies are both hindering and helping platinum. The precious metal has avoided tariffs, which will calm the market. However, import duties on cars are creating headwinds for the XPTUSD. Let’s discuss these topics and make a trading plan. The article covers…

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USDCHF Technical Analysis – All eyes on the US CPI data

Fundamental Overview The USD has been weak almost across the board since the NFP report as the softer than expected data triggered a quick dovish repricing and a change in stance for many Fed members. The market is pricing 57 bps of easing by year-end compared to just 35 bps before the NFP release. It’s highly likely that more…

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