Reuters reports, citing a copy of the UK internal market bill
– Ministers may make provision about the application of exit procedures to goods, or a description of goods, when moving from Northern Ireland to Great Britain
Essentially, it is as what has been reported before but just that this is confirmation that under the bill, UK

Forex news from the European trading session – 8 September 2020
Headlines:
Markets:
– USD and JPY lead, GBP lags on the day
– European equities lower; E-minis down 0.8%

Latest data released by NFIB – 8 September 2020

The firm argues that the euro’s upside potential remains intact
Nomura says that while ECB policymakers expressing concern about euro strength may put short-term downward pressure on the currency, it will be difficult to alter the upward trend that is already in place.

The classic risk-off tale in markets today
It feels like it has been a while since we last saw such moves in the market play out, but the day so far is all about the risk-off mood as we await the return of North American traders – Wall Street in particular – after the long weekend.

Equity investors are nervous upon the return of Wall St from the long weekend
The continued slump in tech futures in the US is also weighing on the overall mood, with S&P 500 futures also down by ~0.5% and European indices are also dragged lower as a result. The DAX is down 0.9% with most indices

Forex news from the European trading session – 7 September 2020
Headlines:
Markets:
– JPY leads, GBP lags on the day
– European equities higher; E-minis down 0.1%

A tweet by European Commission president, Ursula von der Leyen
I trust the British government to implement the Withdrawal Agreement, an obligation under international law & prerequisite for any future partnership. Protocol on Ireland/Northern Ireland is essential to protect peace and stability on the island & integrity of the single market.

Comments by the German government spokesperson
– There is only little time left to reach a Brexit deal
– But Germany is convinced it is still possible
– But UK must make concessions for a deal to happen
Different day, same story. Both sides are still pushing for each other to move their red lines but until we move

Brexit negotiations continue this week, starting from tomorrow
Thursday and Friday will likely be the days to watch out for in terms of key headlines, especially after Frost and Barnier have had their concluding talks on Thursday, 10 September.