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Nikkei 225 futures rose 1.4% in pre-market trading on September 23, following a three-day market closure in Japan. The gain marks the index's opening momentum as trading resumed after the holiday break.

According to Jin10, the Trump administration is considering approving 30 of approximately 300 stalled wind energy projects awaiting Pentagon review on Sept 24, in exchange for Democratic support on broader energy approval reform legislation. Senate Environment Committee ranking Democrat Sheldon Whitehouse said the two parties have reached agreement on the deal framework, though the legislative text and congressional pathway remain to be finalized. Senator Martin Heinrich stated negotiations are

Meta has introduced Meta VR Glasses, a new virtual reality headset priced at $1,299, featuring a significant design shift. Unlike previous Meta models and Apple's Vision Pro, the device houses its processor, cooling fan, battery, and other computing components in an external computing pack that can be worn on a user's belt or placed on a desk, leaving the glasses themselves lightweight. The headset supports immersive video playback, productivity applications, desktop mirroring for Mac or PC, web

According to Herald Economy, Kim Kyung-pil, CEO of Money Training Lab, advised investors at the 2026 Herald Moneymanifesta forum to invest only with surplus funds and establish at least 50 million won in seed capital before entering the market. Kim warned against pursuing trends in the current AI rally, stating that investors must have sufficient reserves to endure market corrections. Kim emphasized a gradual retirement strategy with secondary income sources. He suggested that maintaining 1.5 mi

According to The Verge, Meta announced today that it is bringing its Muse AI agent to Meta Ray-Ban Display smart glasses. Users can activate Muse by voice to handle tasks like guiding workouts, logging meals, and shopping assistance. The glasses are also receiving new accessibility features, including an FDA-cleared Hearing Enhancement tool for mild to moderate hearing loss (available later this year for $149 or included with Meta One subscription). Meta AI will provide more context-rich answers

According to The Verge, Meta launched camera-free Ray-Ban Meta Audio Glasses at Meta Connect on September 23. The audio-only model marks a shift in Meta's smart glasses strategy, featuring Meta AI capabilities without recording capabilities. The new glasses start at 43 grams, significantly lighter than the Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 (50g) and Meta Ray-Ban Display (69g). Meta VP Alex Himel stated that removing cameras allowed the company to rearchitect the design, enabling more flexible form factors and

Meta launched the third-generation Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses on September 23, priced at $449. The new model builds on the company's existing AR eyewear line.

According to Yonhapnews, on September 23, President Lee In-myeong met with senior executives from BlackRock, Pimco, Citigroup, and other major global financial institutions in New York to present South Korea's economic growth strategy and capital market reforms. The president highlighted that South Korea's June exports surpassed $100 billion for the first time, with major global institutions forecasting the country's 2026 economic growth rate at over 3.5 percent. Key investment opportunities cen

According to Lion Group's Form 6-K filing on September 21, Lion Group disclosed a corporate treasury position of approximately 195,000 HYPE tokens. The holding is part of the company's digital-asset strategy and represents a listed company adding ecosystem tokens beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum to its balance sheet.

The People's Bank of China will conduct 800 billion yuan in medium-term lending facility (MLF) operations on September 24, 2026, with a one-year tenor to maintain ample liquidity in the banking system, according to the central bank's official announcement.

According to The Verge, Meta announced today that its Muse AI agent is gaining video chat capabilities. Users will soon be able to have live video conversations with their Muse avatar, with the ability to customize the agent's voice and adjust how it moves using a new Muse Realtime Avatar model. Muse is also receiving additional upgrades including dedicated email addresses for task execution, expanded functionality in its Mac app to control computers, and upcoming integration with Meta's smart g

According to Moody's Ratings in a new report, enterprises facing AI displacement risk may struggle to refinance their payment-in-kind (PIK) loans as company valuations decline and investors become reluctant to purchase new debt. Analyst Artur Mendes noted that European speculative-grade software companies represent one of the sectors with the largest exposure to this risk, with roughly 50% of firms relying on PIK debt. These instruments allow borrowers to pay interest through new debt rather tha

According to Guru Club, U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessen stated on September 24 that as much as 17 million barrels of crude oil pass through the Hormuz Strait daily.

According to Guru Club, U.S. diesel prices rose 1.2% on September 24, as traders weigh the potential impact of possible U.S. export restrictions on the fuel market.

According to Guru Club, U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent denied on September 24 reports that he could become Trump's artificial intelligence chief, calling them "likely fake news." He stated there is only one AI "czar," and that is President Trump.

According to Bloomberg, India lifted its wheat export ban in late August, prompting Bangladesh to resume large-scale purchases from its western neighbor. Importers have ordered over 200,000 tons of Indian wheat since the ban's removal—marking the first significant wheat sales from India to Bangladesh since 2022. The Black Sea trade disruption has driven global grain prices higher, leading Asian, African, and European buyers to seek alternative supply sources.

Nous Research has launched a live agent monitoring feature in Hermès Desktop, allowing users to watch their bots interact with applications in real time. The capability enhances transparency and control over automated processes, enabling users to observe tasks such as browser interactions and terminal commands.

According to Daishin Securities analysts, South Korea's KOSPI index recovered to the 7,000 level on September 23 after falling to 5,260 in late July. Brokerages expect the index to test 9,300 if it breaks above 7,500-7,700. The recovery is driven by improved valuations, with the index's 12-month forward price-to-earnings ratio at 6x or below—historically low levels. Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan maintain 12-month targets of 12,000 and 12,500 points respectively, citing AI-driven semiconductor deman

According to Yonhapnews, on September 23, Korean listed companies on Kospi and Kosdaq filed 91 disclosures after market close, representing 20.1% of 452 total filings for the day, ahead of the Chuseok holiday. The practice of releasing material information outside trading hours is known as "owl disclosures," making it difficult for investors to respond immediately. Notable filings included Gabia's announcement that its management stake sale to Macquarie Asset Management fell through after failin

According to government and Bank of Korea data, South Korea's per capita GNI is on track to exceed $40,000 for the first time this year. However, the economic gains from semiconductor exports and capital investment are not translating into improved household incomes or job creation. While real wage growth averaged only 0.3% in the first half of 2026, lower-income households spent 125.3% of their disposable income, exceeding available funds. Youth employment has declined for 46 consecutive months