Monthly Archives: May 2026
In March, Mexico’s fiscal balance deteriorated to -110.1B pesos, down from -50.733B previously
Written on May 1, 2026 at 3:30 am, by josephine
Mexico’s March fiscal balance posted a 110.1 billion peso deficit, widening by 59.367 billion versus prior.
After Japanese yen intervention and softer first-quarter US growth, the US Dollar Index slid sharply near 98.10
Written on May 1, 2026 at 3:27 am, by josephine
DXY slid to 98.10 as weak US GDP and Japan intervention drove yen higher, lifting majors.
DBS economist Chua Han Teng expects Thailand’s central bank to hold 1.00% rates until 2026 amid stagflation shocks
Written on May 1, 2026 at 3:25 am, by josephine
DBS expects Thailand’s policy rate held at 1.00% through 2026 amid stagflation risks, inflation rising.
UOB economist says China’s manufacturing looks upbeat on AI exports, while domestic demand and services weaken
Written on May 1, 2026 at 3:22 am, by josephine
April PMI: manufacturing expanded on AI-driven exports, domestic demand softened; non-manufacturing contracted, price pressures contained overall.
GBP/USD rises 0.78% as traders anticipate BoE tightening, with bullish engulfing targeting 1.3600
Written on May 1, 2026 at 2:24 am, by josephine
GBP/USD gained 0.78% as markets anticipated more BoE tightening; bullish engulfing formed, eyeing 1.3600.
Standard Chartered analysts warn Romania’s political turmoil may weaken fiscal consolidation efforts and postpone essential reforms
Written on May 1, 2026 at 2:22 am, by josephine
Romania’s coalition collapse fuels uncertainty, risking delayed EU reforms, weaker fiscal consolidation, and rising Eurosceptic political pressure.
When Trade Relief Meets an Energy Shock

Written on May 1, 2026 at 2:14 am, by josephine
Tariff relief is offering some support to companies, but rising oil prices are creating new pressure. With trade policy and energy shocks colliding, a complex and uncertain market outlook ensues.| Opinion
OCBC strategists say Asian currencies weakened as surging Brent, inflation concerns and hawkish Fed repricing dampened sentiment
Written on May 1, 2026 at 1:55 am, by josephine
Asian currencies mostly weakened as Brent neared $120, stoking inflation and hawkish Fed expectations amid Iran tensions.
Commerzbank expects India’s growth near 6.5%, aided by demand, GST 2.0 reforms, pro-investment budgets, risks rising
Written on May 1, 2026 at 1:52 am, by josephine
Commerzbank forecasts India’s FY2026–27 GDP growth at 6.5%, driven by domestic demand, reforms, and investment; risks persist.
Dividend Adjustment Notice – May 01 ,2026
Written on May 1, 2026 at 1:46 am, by anakin
Dear Client, Please note that the dividends of the following products will be adjusted accordingly. Index dividends will be executed separately through a balance statement directly to your trading account, and the comment will be in the following format “Div & Product Name & Net Volume”. Please refer to the table below for more details: Continue Reading