The Japanese yen trades around 159.3 per dollar, hovering near 160.
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What moved markets on August 13, 2026
A chronological text record of the AI Market Commentator: important releases, breaking developments, market reactions and concise context for the trading day.
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Newest first · timestamps in UTCUS index futures: S and P futures is down 0.05 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.1 percent, Dow futures is down 0.1 percent…
US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.05 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.1 percent, Dow futures is down 0.1 percent and Russell futures is up 0.03 percent.
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Good morning. US equity futures are mixed: S&P futures are down 0.05 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 0.1 percent, and…
Good morning. US equity futures are mixed: S&P futures are down 0.05 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 0.1 percent, and Russell futures are up 0.03 percent. In FX, the Dollar Index is down 0.08 percent, with EUR/USD up 0.05 percent and USD/JPY down 0.06 percent. WTI Crude is down 1.14 percent, and Gold is up 0.37 percent. The VIX is down 4.78 percent.
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The South Korean KOSPI rose nearly 4% to around 6,830, reaching its highest level in almost three weeks.
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Breaking. Australian shares fall further in early trade.
Breaking. Australian shares fall further in early trade. Australian stocks drop 39 points, or 0.4%, to 9,170 in early trading, extending losses as U.S. equity futures edge lower and domestic inflation caution persists after the RBA held rates steady at 4.35%.
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US equity futures are mixed: S&P futures are down 0.02 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 0.06 percent, and Russell futures…
US equity futures are mixed: S&P futures are down 0.02 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 0.06 percent, and Russell futures are up 0.08 percent. In FX, the US Dollar Index is down 0.08 percent, with EUR/USD up 0.05 percent and USD/JPY down 0.06 percent. WTI crude is down 1.56 percent, while gold is up 0.39 percent.
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RBA Board member Andrew Kent says the Board is aware that a few factors must align for inflation to fall.
Breaking. Japan's Nikkei 225 gained 1.1% to above 68,000, and the Topix rose 1% to 4,180, reaching fresh record highs.
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Platinum futures are trading above $1,770, reaching an eight-week high.
Platinum futures are trading above $1,770, reaching an eight-week high. This follows a subdued US inflation report, with July CPI slowing to 3.4%.
US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.02 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.03 percent, Dow futures is down 0.06…
US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.02 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.03 percent, Dow futures is down 0.06 percent and Russell futures is up 0.06 percent.
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US equity futures are mixed: S&P futures are down 0.02 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 0.03 percent, and Russell futures…
US equity futures are mixed: S&P futures are down 0.02 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 0.03 percent, and Russell futures are up 0.06 percent. In FX, the US Dollar Index is down 0.07 percent, with EUR/USD up 0.06 percent and USD/JPY down 0.08 percent. WTI crude is down 1.09 percent, while gold is up 0.44 percent.
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RBA's Kent states that further rate increases are possible if risks emerge, and a higher exchange rate helps curb inflation.
RBA's Kent states that further rate increases are possible if risks emerge, and a higher exchange rate helps curb inflation. Separately, Japan and South Korea shares are set to extend a rebound, with the KOSPI up approximately 4%.
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RBA Deputy Governor Kent states the cash rate is near the top of neutral range estimates.
RBA Deputy Governor Kent states the cash rate is near the top of neutral range estimates. Kent also notes that productivity disappointment worsens the inflation challenge, and Governor Bullock flags inflation uncertainty and upside risks.
RBA Deputy Governor Kent states that federal tax changes likely curbed demand in Australia's established housing market.
RBA Deputy Governor Kent states that federal tax changes likely curbed demand in Australia's established housing market. He also notes that housing market conditions have softened noticeably in recent months. Separately, Kent indicates that significant investment in data centers and AI infrastructure supports aggregate demand growth.
Breaking. Silver edges higher near seven-week highs after US consumer inflation slows to 3.4% in July and increases 0.1%…
Breaking. Silver edges higher near seven-week highs after US consumer inflation slows to 3.4% in July and increases 0.1% month-on-month. Silver is trading around $66 an ounce.
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Russia struck Ukraine's Izmail port, according to local authorities.
Russia struck Ukraine's Izmail port, according to local authorities. Additionally, Mexico is urging a reduction of auto tariffs in ongoing trade negotiations.
US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.03 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.17 percent, Dow futures is up 0.02 percent…
US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.03 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.17 percent, Dow futures is up 0.02 percent and Russell futures is up 0.07 percent.
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US equity futures are mixed: S&P futures are down 0.03%, Nasdaq futures are down 0.17%, and Russell futures are up 0.07%.
US equity futures are mixed: S&P futures are down 0.03%, Nasdaq futures are down 0.17%, and Russell futures are up 0.07%. In FX, the US Dollar Index is down 0.06%, with EUR/USD up 0.05% and USD/JPY down 0.06%. WTI crude is down 0.7%, while gold is up 0.13%. The VIX is down 4.78%.
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