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MYR: Forecasts lowered amid strong performance – DBS
DBS Bank's Group Research report, authored by Philip Wee, has lowered its forecasts for the MYR, reflecting its strong performance against the USD. The report discusses recent trading trends and the factors contributing to the MYR's resilience in the market.Fxstreet
Mon, Feb 2
Simon Property forecasts annual FFO above expectations as retail rents rise
Feb 2 (Reuters) - Commercial real estate investment trust Simon Property Group SPG.N forecast 2026 funds from operations largely above market expectations on Monday, betting on high rents at its malls and shopping centers.The tight supply of rental properties has given more room to mall operators su...Reuters
Mon, Feb 2
Hong Kong: Economic recovery outlook – Standard Chartered
Standard Chartered Bank's report highlights a cautiously optimistic outlook for Hong Kong's economy, driven by financial services and a recovery in private consumption. GDP growth is projected at 3.5% for 2025, up from 2.6% in 2024, with expectations of continued growth in cross-border spending.Fxstreet
Mon, Feb 2
US banks expect stronger loan demand in 2026, Fed survey shows
Feb 2 (Reuters) - Banks expect demand for business loans across all categories to strengthen this year after improving last quarter, a Federal Reserve survey showed on Monday, with most lenders saying they expect lower interest rates and higher spending or investment needs will drive that trend.Busi...Reuters
Mon, Feb 2
CNY: Strengthening against Dollar – Rabobank
Rabobank's report discusses the strengthening of the Chinese Renminbi (CNY) against the Dollar, driven by China's efforts to internationalize its currency. The report notes Xi Jinping's ambitions for the CNY to become a global reserve currency and the implications this has for the Dollar's status.
Fxstreet
Mon, Feb 2
TREASURIES-US Treasury yields rise as Warsh set to lead Fed
Warsh's past hawkish stance contrasts with current dovish toneMarket uncertain about Warsh impact on Fed balance sheet policyJobs report for January delayed due to partial government shutdownBy Karen Brettell NEW YORK, Feb 2 (Reuters) - U.S. Treasury yields rose on Monday as traders evaluated...Reuters
Mon, Feb 2
Thailand: Economic outlook ahead of elections – DBS
Thailand is set to hold general elections on February 8, 2026, amidst a challenging economic backdrop. The report by DBS Group Research, authored by Chua Han Teng, highlights that GDP growth is expected to slow to 1.6% in 2026, with inflation hovering in negative territory.Fxstreet
Mon, Feb 2
US banks expect stronger loan demand in 2026, Fed survey shows
Feb 2 (Reuters) - Banks expect demand for business loans across all categories to strengthen this year, a Federal Reserve survey showed on Monday, with most saying they expect lower interest rates and higher spending or investment needs will drive that trend.Business loan demand from large and mediu...Reuters
Mon, Feb 2
China: Soft PMI data indicates domestic challenges – ING
China's official manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI) fell to 49.3 in January, indicating a contraction and coming in well below forecasts. The non-manufacturing PMI also slipped back into contraction at 49.4, marking a 37-month low.Fxstreet
Mon, Feb 2
France passes delayed 2026 budget, ending months-long saga
2026 budget passes as no-confidence motions fail Socialists have secured concessions in boost for LecornuMacron's domestic agenda stalled, focus shifts to foreign policyBy Michel Rose PARIS, Feb 2 (Reuters) - France finally got a 2026 budget on Monday, when two no-confidence motions failed, a...Reuters
Mon, Feb 2
Warsh to face 'tall task' as Fed chief, Bostic says
Bostic believes Fed should not cut interest rates this yearWarsh picked by Trump in part for his support of lower ratesFed voted 10-2 last week to maintain current borrowing costsBy Ann Saphir Feb 2 (Reuters) - Kevin Warsh, President Donald Trump's nominee to be the next Federal Reserve c...Reuters
Mon, Feb 2
US January employment report will be delayed because of partial government shutdown
WASHINGTON, Feb 2 (Reuters) - The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics said on Monday the closely watched employment report for January will not be released on Friday because of a partial shutdown of the federal government."The release will be rescheduled upon the resumption of government funding,...Reuters
Mon, Feb 2
Warsh to face 'tall task' as Fed chair, Bostic says
Feb 2 (Reuters) - Kevin Warsh, President Donald Trump's nominee to be the next Federal Reserve chair, faces a "tall task" in leading the U.S. central bank, particularly if he aims to convince the members of the policy setting committee to go along with him on monetary policy decisions, A...Reuters
Mon, Feb 2
Venezuela oil exports rise sharply in January under US control, data shows
Chevron more than doubled crude exports to 220,000 bpdVitol, Trafigura shipped some 12 million barrels January exports close to 2025 averageMillions of barrels still to be drainedBy Marianna ParragaFeb 2 (Reuters) - Venezuelan oil exports rose to some 800,000 barrels per day (bpd) in January, from ...Reuters
Mon, Feb 2
