August 21st, New York Update: Global Markets and Geopolitical Briefing

21/08/2025 11 min Episodio 8
August 21st, New York Update: Global Markets and Geopolitical Briefing

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Show Notes – Daily US Opening News (21st August 2025)Today’s briefing covers the latest developments in FX, commodities, trade, and geopolitics:FX: Dollar steady after hawkish Fed minutes and political pressure on Governor Cook. Euro soft on renewed Ukraine strikes, while GBP outperforms on stronger PMIs. Yen edges lower; AUD and NZD remain weak.Commodities: Oil prices firm as Russia–Ukraine conflict escalates with attacks on energy infrastructure. Gold consolidates above key levels ahead of Jackson Hole; copper stays subdued.Trade: China and Kazakhstan pledge deeper cooperation, aiming to strengthen bilateral trade and accelerate new trade formats.Geopolitics:Ukraine reports massive Russian drone and missile assault; Zelensky presses allies for concrete security guarantees within 10 days.UN chief calls for immediate ceasefire in Gaza and reversal of West Bank settlement expansion.North Korea reportedly maintains a fortified base capable of housing long-range missiles potentially reaching the US.These are the key market and geopolitical drivers to watch as the US session begins.

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