Group 1 - Geopolitical tensions are increasing safe-haven demand, particularly for Gold, as investors remain nervous about trade policies [1][3] - The Federal Reserve's minutes indicate a reluctance to cut interest rates until clear signs of declining inflation are observed, which is causing concern among investors [2][3] - Recent comments from key Fed policymakers reinforce the stance that there is no urgency to reduce rates due to persistent inflation [3] Group 2 - The US dollar is weakening amid trade uncertainties, which is contributing to rising Gold prices [4] - The imposition of a 10% tariff on non-exempt imports by the US has heightened market fears regarding retaliatory measures and potential disruptions to global supply chains [5] - The combination of a weaker dollar and trade policy concerns is providing upward momentum for Gold prices [5]

Key TakeawaysGerman Q4 GDP was finalized at 0.3% growth, with internal demand components like private consumption (0.5%) and capital investment (1.0%) significantly outperforming market estimates.Thai stocks surged 1.6% following a rate cut by the Bank of Thailand, as the central bank pledged to maintain an accommodative stance to support economic recovery.German GfK Consumer Confidence for March disappointed at -24.7, missing the consensus estimate of -23.0 and highlighting a growing rift between past grow ...

February 24, 2026 02:03 AM GMT 中国思考 | Asia Pacific 马年，通胀能否快马加鞭？ 阶段一：过剩行业投资放缓⸺有所进展，但背后的结构更加重要 阶段二：削减存量过剩产能⸺力度有限，且偏向上游 • 煤炭及部分金属行业已出现限产举措。尽管这类措施可在短期内推升上游 价格，但其更多的是控产量而非退产能。 ( 下页继续 ) This translated report is made available for convenience only and is based on the original research report published in English. In the event of any discrepancy between the translation and the original research report, the content in the original research report will prevail. The original research report can be found here: China M ...

Core Insights - Inflation continues to pose challenges for the central bank, indicating that further interest rate hikes are likely in the upcoming months [1] Group 1 - The central bank is facing persistent inflation issues [1] - An increase in interest rates is anticipated to occur repeatedly in the near future [1]

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Consumer confidence ticked higher in February as American households' expectations for the labor market improved. The Conference Board's consumer confidence index rose 2.2 points to 91.2 in February from an upwardly revised 89 in January. The January data was initially reported as 84.5, the lowest level since May 2014.Economists polled by LSEG estimated the February reading for the index would come in at 87. FED'S FAVORED INFLATION GAUGE SHOWED CONSUMER PRICE GROWTH REMAINED ELEVATED IN DECEMBER"Confidence ...

Key TakeawaysFederal Reserve officials signaled a "wait and see" approach, maintaining interest rates in the 3.5% to 3.75% range as they evaluate the impact of AI-driven productivity and persistent inflation.Nvidia (NVDA) has yet to ship any H200 AI chips to China, according to U.S. Commerce Department officials, despite a policy shift in December allowing for case-by-case export reviews.HP Inc (HPQ) warned of prolonged memory chip volatility, with rising DRAM and NAND prices expected to impact margins thro ...

Three-percent inflation isn't good enough for the Federal Reserve—and it isn't low enough to justify cutting interest rates. ...

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