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 Australia CPI Preview: Inflation Data Could Set the Tone for AUD Trading August 25, 2026 Australian inflation data is due early in Wednesday's Asian session, making the Australia CPI release one of the key events for AUD traders. The monthly CPI is expected to rise by around 0.9%, according to the market expectation cited by traders. Westpac's latest preview is slightly lower at 0.84% month-on-month, with annual inflation expected to ease to around 3.3%. Why the CPI Report Matters Australia's inflation remains above the Reserve Bank of Australia's 2–3% target band. The latest official data showed annual CPI inflation at 3.8% in June, while trimmed-mean inflation remained at 3.6%. The RBA kept its cash rate at 4.35% at its August meeting, but policymakers remain concerned about upside inflation risks. Recent RBA commentary indicates that further rate increases remain possible if inflation pressures fail to ease. Goods Prices in Focus One of the important questions for t...

  Nvidia Earnings: A Quick Look at Expectations Ahead of August 26 Results August 25, 2026 The 2026 second-quarter earnings season is nearing its end for S&P 500 companies, but investors are turning their attention to one of the market's biggest events: Nvidia's fiscal Q2 2027 earnings report. Nvidia is scheduled to release its results on Wednesday, August 26, after the U.S. market close. What Analysts Expect Wall Street expects Nvidia to report quarterly revenue of roughly $92 billion, representing close to a doubling from a year earlier. Consensus adjusted earnings are around $2.08–$2.09 per share. Nvidia's own guidance calls for approximately $91 billion in revenue, plus or minus 2%, with gross margins around 75%. AI Demand Remains the Main Focus The company's Data Center business is expected to remain the primary growth engine as cloud providers continue investing heavily in AI infrastructure. S&P Global's consensus puts expected Data Center revenue at a...

 USD/JPY Near 159 as Yen Weakens Amid Intervention Concerns August 25, 2026 The Japanese yen came under renewed pressure on Tuesday, with USD/JPY trading around 159.3, as traders monitored the possibility of intervention by Japanese authorities. Yen Weakness Remains a Key Forex Theme The yen has remained vulnerable as the interest-rate gap between Japan and the United States continues to influence currency flows. A move toward the 160 level is being closely watched by traders because further yen weakness could increase intervention concerns. At the same time, broader dollar sentiment remains mixed. The U.S. Dollar Index was around 98.96, while investors assessed new U.S. sanctions on Iran and U.S. Treasury-market developments. Key USD/JPY Levels - Current area: Around 159.3 - Major psychological level: 160.00 - Near-term focus: Japanese intervention risk - Main drivers: U.S. yields, Federal Reserve expectations and Bank of Japan policy What Traders Are Watching A sustained move abo...

 Dollar Faces Fresh Pressure as Euro and Pound Hold Near Multi-Month Highs August 25, 2026 The U.S. dollar is struggling to extend its recent gains as traders assess geopolitical tensions, U.S. Treasury yields and expectations for Federal Reserve policy. The Dollar Index was around 98.96 in Asian trading on Tuesday. Euro and Pound Remain Strong The euro and British pound continued to trade near recent multi-month highs against the dollar, showing continued demand for currencies outside the U.S. dollar. The market is also waiting for comments from Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh at the Jackson Hole conference, which could provide clues about the future direction of U.S. interest rates. Geopolitical Risks Add Volatility New U.S. sanctions involving Iran have added another source of uncertainty for currency markets. While geopolitical tensions can create safe-haven demand for the dollar, concerns about U.S. fiscal policy and Treasury yields are limiting its upside. U.S. Treasury yie...

 USD/INR Today: Rupee Holds Near ₹95.75 as RBI Supports Currency August 25, 2026 The Indian rupee remained largely stable against the U.S. dollar on Tuesday, trading around ₹95.74–₹95.75 per dollar as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) was reported to have intervened in the foreign-exchange market. Rupee Under Pressure From Oil and Dollar Demand The rupee opened around ₹95.74 per dollar, slightly weaker than the previous session. Higher crude oil prices and continued dollar demand from importers are putting pressure on the Indian currency. Traders reported that state-run banks were offering dollars, which was viewed as a sign of possible RBI intervention. The intervention has helped keep the rupee within an unusually narrow trading range. Global Forex Market The U.S. dollar was struggling to extend its recent gains against major currencies. The euro was around $1.1668, while the British pound traded near $1.3639, both close to recent multi-month highs. Investors are also monitoring th...

Forex Market Update | August 25, 2026 The global foreign-exchange market is trading cautiously on Tuesday as investors assess new U.S. sanctions against Iran, Treasury-market developments and upcoming Federal Reserve policy signals. U.S. Dollar Struggles to Extend Gains The U.S. dollar is struggling to maintain its recent recovery against major currencies. The Dollar Index was around 98.96 in Asian trading, while investors continued to monitor geopolitical risks and U.S. Treasury yields. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced expanded Iran-related sanctions and warned companies dealing with Iran about potential access restrictions to the dollar-based financial system. The measures could create short-term demand for the U.S. dollar as businesses seek to reduce exposure to sanctions risk. EUR/USD Near Three-Month High The euro remained relatively strong against the dollar, with EUR/USD around 1.1668, close to its recent three-month high. Traders are watching European economic da...

The US dollar has been declining against major currencies amid growing fiscal worries. The US Treasury decided to double its buyback operations for longer-dated bonds, with reports indicating Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent could utilize nearly $1 trillion from the Treasury General Account to fund these operations. The dollar selloff is deepening and broadening, driven by concerns over Washington's deficit spending and fears that the Federal Reserve may be taking a complacent approach to persistent inflation.