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According to Daiwa Capital Markets analysts, the European Central Bank has benefited from limited indirect spillovers of energy shocks to other commodity prices, but this respite faces growing risks. As oil and gas wholesale prices have risen sharply in recent weeks, the likelihood of intensified indirect transmission effects and prolonged second-round price impacts is increasing, the analysts noted on August 21.

According to Ukraine's Border Guard Service, Russian drones struck a Moldovan border crossing overnight on August 20. The attack targeted the border area between Russia and Moldova.

According to Sumitomo Mitsui Securities economists, the Bank of Japan is expected to raise the policy rate from 1% to 1.25% at its September meeting, with an 84% probability shown in overnight index swaps. The economists forecast additional rate increases in January and June 2027, bringing the policy rate to 1.75%. They noted that import-driven inflation pressure is expected to ease after summer 2027, making a 2% peak unlikely, as this level exceeds market estimates of the neutral rate.

According to South Korea's Ministry of Economy and Finance on August 21, the government announced plans to redirect a significant portion of surging tax revenue—driven by strong semiconductor demand—into the Future Response Fund. The fund will invest in four priority areas: youth development, growth momentum, regional development, and education and talent. The move is expected to substantially reduce 2027 government bond issuance. Market analysts estimate annual bond issuance could fall to appro

According to BlockBeats, on August 21, whale "Aim for 10 Major Goals" increased its short position to a total of $219 million with unrealized losses exceeding $1.07 million. The whale holds approximately 2,449.968 BTC in 5x short position, valued at about $185 million with an average entry price of $74,746.10 and unrealized loss of roughly $972,400. Additionally, it holds 15,000 ETH in 7x short position, valued at approximately $35.31 million with an average entry price of $2,347.89 and unrealiz

According to Herald Economy, Samsung Electronics is expected to announce a shareholder return plan worth 100-150 trillion won this month, which would be the largest ever by a South Korean listed company. The move follows SK Hynix's announcement of a 40 trillion won buyback program. Analysts expect the shareholder return to serve as a strong catalyst for Samsung's valuation reappraisal and boost the broader KOSPI market. On August 20, SK Hynix shares surged 12.7% after its announcement, while Sam

According to Cointelegraph, Cathie Wood, founder of Ark Invest, said on August 21 that artificial intelligence will likely trigger an entrepreneurship explosion. She encouraged recent graduates to start their own companies using AI as their sole employee.

According to Huafu Securities, Guan Tao has been appointed Chief Economist of the firm on August 21. Guan previously served as International Balance of Payments Division Director and spokesperson at China's State Administration of Foreign Exchange, and as Global Chief Economist at China Bank International Securities. His expertise spans macroeconomic policy, international finance, foreign exchange management, and cross-border capital flows.

According to CoinGecko data, XRP rallied 11% intraday on August 20, 2026, reclaiming the $1.10 level after weeks of choppy trading. The move came alongside broader crypto market strength, with $1.10 acting as a key technical reference point watched by traders. The rally showed renewed buyer interest in the asset, though the market will need to see sustained volume and continued defense of the level to confirm the breakout momentum.

According to Liquid Capital founder Yi Lihua, on Aug 21, Bitcoin has officially ended its bear market trend after breaking above the 120-day and 200-day moving averages on the daily chart, and surpassing the 20-week moving average on the weekly chart. BTC declined from a high of $126,000 to $57,000, representing a maximum drawdown of approximately 56%, which Yi believes represents a cycle bottom with further drops below $50,000 unlikely.

According to Financial News, Samsung Display today received an allocation of 67 trillion won out of Samsung's total 140 trillion won Chungcheong region investment plan announced last month. The company approved A7 factory construction resumption on August 7, with groundbreaking beginning this month and completion targeted for early 2028, marking the restart of the facility after a five-year suspension since 2021. Foldable OLED panels are the primary intended use for the A7 facility, according to

India's composite purchasing managers' index rose to 54.6 in August, surpassing the forecast of 54.4 and edging up from the previous month's 54.3, indicating sustained economic activity in Asia's third-largest economy.

India's services sector purchasing managers' index (PMI) came in at 54.5 in August, beating the forecast of 53.8 and up from 53.3 in the previous month.

According to Polymarket prediction market data monitored by PPP tool, the probability of Bitcoin reaching $100,000 by year-end rose to 20% as of August 21, up 8% in 24 hours. The odds of BTC hitting $90,000 by year-end climbed to 38%, up 16% over the same period. Bitcoin surged to break through $75,000 today, with its market capitalization reaching approximately $1.502 trillion and climbing to the 13th largest asset globally, surpassing Meta.

India's August manufacturing PMI came in at 52.9, falling short of the forecast of 54 and declining from 53.5 in the previous month.

According to Odaily, JustLend DAO launched its Buy Energy one-stop energy purchase service on August 20, targeting short-term TRON energy needs. Users receive purchased energy within 10 seconds, eliminating the 14-day lock-up and redemption wait required by traditional staking models. The service supports batch purchases for up to 50 addresses in a single order and delivers approximately 63% cost savings compared to burning TRX directly for energy.

According to Korean Exchange, Kakao submitted a preliminary review application for a spin-off re-listing on the KOSPI (Korea Composite Stock Price Index) on August 21. The company plans to split its AI and advertising business into a separate entity through a demerger, while the continuing entity will retain fintech, content, and mobility operations. As of the application date, Kakao's consolidated total assets stood at 27.78 trillion Korean won, with shareholders' equity at 15.22 trillion Korea

According to remarks made at a White House crypto and fintech leadership conference on August 20, former President Trump named Hyperliquid and stated that CFTC Chair Mike Selig is working to bring the platform into the U.S. in "a completely compliant and legal" manner. Trump emphasized the importance of the U.S. maintaining leadership in bitcoin, cryptocurrency, prediction markets, and artificial intelligence.

According to reports, Kakao announced on August 21 a spin-off into two entities: Kakao AI (new legal entity) focusing on KakaoTalk and AI services, and Kakao X (continuing entity) handling other business divisions. The stock fell 13% intraday, marking its largest decline since the US-Iran conflict outbreak.

According to Reuters, South Korea's KOSPI index fell approximately 30 percent from its June 19 peak, with retail investors' losses on leveraged exchange-traded funds estimated at $53.9 billion by Citi. Margin loan balances reached a record high of 29.8 trillion Korean won on June 24, up 75 percent since the start of the year, according to the Financial Investment Association cited by Reuters. The government approved single-stock leveraged and inverse products tracking Samsung Electronics and SK