
KVB Market Analysis | 2 August: Japanese Yen Rallies as BoJ Surprises with Hawkish Moves, Eyes Set on USD/JPY Support Levels
The Japanese Yen strengthened against the US Dollar after the Bank of Japan's hawkish policy move, raising rates by 15 basis points and reducing bond purchases. Japan's Ministry of Finance also spent ¥5.53 trillion ($36.8 billion) in July to stabilize the Yen. Meanwhile, the US Dollar weakened as the Federal Reserve maintained interest rates. Traders now await US economic data, including the ISM Manufacturing PMI and Initial Jobless Claims, for further guidance.

KVB Market Analysis | 1 August: Gold Prices Surge Amid Fed Rate Cut Speculation and Geopolitical Tensions
Gold prices surged on Wednesday after the Federal Reserve suggested a potential rate cut in September. A decline in US Treasury yields and the US dollar, which hit its lowest level since July 18, further increased the appeal of gold. Investors are closely monitoring the Fed's upcoming policy decision. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly between Israel and Iran, also drove investors towards the safe-haven asset, adding to gold's rise.

Asia Pacific Stocks Mixed As Wary Investors Eye US Bond Yields
Regional trade was short of an overarching theme as the week bowed out, but the Treasury market and next weeks Jackson Hole meeting were much in mind.

Asian Stocks Mostly Lower As Focus Returns To Shrinkng US Yields
Asia Pacific equity endured another mixed and scrappy session Wednesday, with global growth worries looming large. The US Dollar made small gains, with its New Zealand cousin hit again