BOJ underlying inflation held at 2.3% in July, above its 2% target, reinforcing expectations for a September rate hike.
China buys ~90% of Iran’s oil, making tougher US sanctions on Tehran dependent on Washington’s willingness to target Chinese buyers.
Volkswagen plans to cut up to 100,000 jobs as CEO Oliver Blume pushes through a major restructuring.
Germany’s GDP grew 0.3% in Q2, revised up from 0.2%, driven by net exports (+0.2%).MarketNews
CALENDAR FOR TODAY - 25.08.2026
CB Consumer Confidence – 17:00 GMT+3.
