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Asia midday: Asia stocks rally on US-Japan trade deal; Nikkei hits 12-month high, WTI extends decline (Chart of the day)
Asia-Pacific markets rallied as optimism over a new US-Japan trade deal lifted sentiment. The Nikkei 225 surged 3.7% to a 12-month high, while the Hang Seng and Singapore STI extended gains. The US dollar traded mixed, with risk-on currencies like the Kiwi and Aussie rising. Gold eased 0.2% after hitting a 5-week high, pressured by profit-taking and reduced safe-haven demand. Oil prices slipped for a fourth day, with WTI nearing key support at US$65.20 amid weak demand signals.
by Kelvin Wong
Asia midday: Asia markets mixed as US tariff fears mount; Singapore 30 (Chart of the day)
Asia-Pacific markets saw mixed action as investors locked in profits ahead of key risk events. Singapore's STI snapped its winning streak, Japan's Nikkei slipped despite early gains, while Hong Kong’s Hang Seng held firm. The US dollar steadied after recent losses, Gold (XAU/USD) hit a 5-week high before easing on overbought signals, and WTI crude extended losses amid demand concerns. All eyes now turn to Fed Chair Powell’s speech for fresh policy cues.
by Kelvin Wong
USD/JPY Technical: Bearish reversal below key 149.60 range resistance
USD/JPY’s 4.5% rally from 1 July to 16 July has hit a key resistance zone at 149.00–149.60, suggesting a potential reversal. Bearish momentum is building, with RSI divergence and a breakdown below short-term channel support. A pullback toward 145.85 and 145.20 is likely unless 149.60 is breached, which would open the door for gains toward 150.40 and 151.15.
by Kelvin Wong
WTI Oil Slips as 200-day MA Caps Upside Potential
In this article we examine the tight trading range of WTI Oil, influenced by EU sanctions on Russian oil, ongoing trade deal uncertainties affecting demand, and rising Saudi crude exports aimed at gaining market share. It also includes a technical analysis of key support/resistance levels and the potential moves for Oil prices.
by Zain Vawda
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