Markets look to RBA decision

Jeffrey Halley, the Senior Market Analyst of Asia Pacific from OANDA shares insights on regional markets performance and discuss the following:

• South Korean data released today indicates that the consumer price index in June rose 6% compared to the same period a year ago. This is slightly higher than the expected 5.9% increase and the fastest annual rise since November 1998, according to Reuters.
• Japan’s services activity expanded at the fastest pace since October 2013, according to the final Jibun Bank Japan Services Purchasing Managers’ Index. The print rose to 54, compared to 52.6 in May.
• Key points that were highlighted during his commentary today.
• Key things to watch out for this week that could move markets.

Guest: Jeffrey Halley, Senior Market Analyst, Asia Pacific, OANDA

Presenter: Brian Fernandez

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