Markets steady as China’s growth slows but trade tensions ease
Today’s Market Insights: Monday, 20.10.2025
📈 Market Mood:
Neutral as markets digest China’s slower Q3 GDP growth, balanced by improving export strength and muted US tariff tensions.
🗓 Today’s Key Events:
01:00 London / 20:00 New York (Oct 19) - China Q3 GDP and economic data - key for global trade and growth outlook; showed 4.8% growth, lowest in a year but close to targets.
🌐 Market Moving News:
China’s GDP growth slows to 4.8% in Q3 amid weaker retail sales but stronger industrial output.
US and China show tentative easing of trade tensions ahead of November tariff review.
Asset Snapshots:
⚪ S&P 500: Neutral - Supported by earnings but cautious on global data and trade outlook.
⚪ USD (DXY): Neutral - Mixed responses to data and trade developments.
🟢 Gold: Bullish - Safe-haven flows persist amid growth uncertainties and inflation worries.
⚪ Oil: Neutral - Prices steady amid balanced supply-demand signals.
⚪ Bitcoin: Neutral - Sideways amid broader market sentiment shifts.
Bias Meter:
🖱️ Neutral - Markets balancing positive earnings and easing trade risks against slower growth data.
Price Action Notes:
Watch gold for a move above $4,300 – could trigger further upside.
Volatility Watch (VIX)
20.77 - down sharply (-17.9%), signaling cooling fear and a return to calmer markets.
What’s the one move you’re watching today?
Trade smart and enjoy the ride.
Disclaimer:
This newsletter is for information only and not financial advice. Markets carry risk, and past performance does not guarantee future results. Always do your own research or consult a qualified advisor before making investment decisions.