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Markets Shrug Off New Iran Sanctions, Await Inflation Data and Central Bank Talks
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(By ATFX Analyst Team)
Key Takeaways
Global Market Review 25/08/2026
Key Events Today:
August 26 (GMT+8)
Markets Analysis 25/08/2026
EURUSD
EUR/USD slipped below 1.1700 on Monday as the dollar rebounded, then attempted a recovery in early Tuesday trading.
Analyst View: Still within recent high range. Bulls must defend 1.1650 to maintain bias. Eurozone and U.S. data will provide dual guidance.
Bias: Range consolidation
GBPUSD
GBP/USD held above 1.3600 on Monday, with little movement after last week’s five‑month high.
Analyst View: Limited UK drivers today; focus shifts to Eurozone/U.S. data. The pair is consolidating at highs.
Bias: Range consolidation
USDJPY
USD/JPY rose modestly on Monday, hitting three‑day highs.
Analyst View: Trading near mid‑range and 10/20‑day MAs, lacking momentum to challenge last week’s highs. Watch for pressure below 159 if resistance holds.
Bias: Weak momentum
US Crude Oil Futures (OCT)
Despite expanded U.S. sanctions, oil retreated as markets had priced in risks and positions were adjusted.
Analyst View: Fell back to the 10‑day MA. Holding this level will determine whether prices stay above last week’s highs; a break lower points to the 20‑day MA near $82.50.
Bias: Mild adjustment
Spot Gold (XAU/USD)
Spot Silver (XAG/USD)
Gold extended its rally on Monday, hitting mid‑May highs, supported by sanctions headlines and speculation about Treasury buybacks.
Analyst View: Bulls testing $4,700, but momentum may pause ahead of U.S. PCE release.
Bias: Mildly bullish
Dow Jones Futures
U.S. equities were mixed on Monday as investors weighed sanctions and prepared for inflation data and Jackson Hole.
Analyst View: Dow rebounded, hovering near 10/20‑day MAs. Breakouts need to extend gains, but caution ahead of inflation may cap upside.
Bias: Mild rebound
NASDAQ 100
Chip stocks sold off on Monday, dragging Nasdaq lower as markets await Nvidia earnings.
Analyst View: Broke below 20‑day MA, short‑term bears dominant. Holding above 29,000 could ease pressure.
Bias: Short‑term pressured
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Martin Lam is ATFX Chief Analyst for Asia Pacific, with over 20 years of experience in global forex and investment markets. He holds a degree in Finance and Economics from Deakin University and has held senior roles at leading FX brokerage firms.
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