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According to Korea Exchange data, on August 22, foreign investors purchased Samsung Electronics for 439.4 billion won and SK Hynix for 14.4 billion won, despite selling net 171.1 billion won in the broader KOSPI market. The buying pattern reflects growing foreign interest in semiconductor stocks, following similar net purchases of 967.6 billion won in chip leaders on August 18. Falling currency exchange rates and the near-completion of foreign investor rebalancing from earlier 2026 gains are cre

According to Korean Exchange data released August 22, SK Hynix swung more than 5% on 12 of 23 trading days in the past month (July 21 - August 21), with a maximum single-day swing of 29.95% up or 14.65% down. Samsung Electronics moved 5%+ on 10 trading days, reaching 26.81% gain and 13.39% loss respectively. Combined, the two chipmakers accounted for 50.93% of Kospi's total market capitalization and 54.44% of trading volume. During the same period, four single-stock leveraged ETFs tracking both

MicroStrategy shares gained 7.5% to trade above $120 on Friday as Bitcoin rebounded to briefly trade as high as $79,400, marking the stock's highest level in two months. The rally also boosted the company's Variable Rate Series A Preferred Stock (STRC), which traded above $96 for the first time since June. Strategy, the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin with 840,447 BTC worth approximately $65.2 billion, has increased its cash reserves to $4.8 billion over the past two months, prioritizing liq

According to sources familiar with the matter, artificial intelligence company Anthropic plans to add Citigroup as a lead underwriter for its initial public offering. If confirmed, Citi would join Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs, and JPMorgan as core underwriters. Anthropic could submit its IPO registration statement to regulators as early as the end of August. Citi has positioned itself among top U.S. IPO underwriters this year following its role in SpaceX's record-breaking $86.2 billion IPO.

According to Oman News Agency, on Aug 22, Iran's Foreign Minister Alagezi and Oman's Foreign Minister Bussaidi held phone talks and discussed ways to resume negotiations on the Strait of Hormuz, as well as efforts to restore freedom of navigation and maintain regional security and stability.

According to Critical Metals CEO Tony Segrich on August 22, the company's Tanbreez rare earth project in Greenland is advancing as scheduled, with production expected to begin in 2029. The U.S.-listed firm has secured support from local communities and government officials. To address local concerns, Segrich said the company has purchased a cruise ship to house workers at the mine site, with the vessel expected to arrive within two months.

According to Korea Exchange, South Korean defense stocks plunged on August 22 amid ongoing U.S.-Iran tensions. LIG Defense & Aerospace (079550) fell 11.69% to 695,000 KRW, while Han Wha Aerospace (012450) declined 7.03%. The selloff was attributed to profit-taking activity following gains earlier in the month.

The Crypto Innovation Council and Blockchain Association have filed a lawsuit challenging Illinois' new digital asset tax, arguing it violates the U.S. Constitution and discriminates against digital assets. The 0.2% tax on digital asset transactions is projected to generate $60 million in state revenue but faces criticism for taxing transactions rather than profits, raising concerns among crypto industry groups.

According to a statement from the Brazilian government, President Lula spoke with President Trump today (August 21), opposing U.S. tariffs on Brazilian goods. The two leaders discussed bilateral trade, public security cooperation, and international issues during the 80-minute conversation. Lula contended that recent U.S. tariff measures against Brazil lack a factual basis and harm both nations, calling for continued dialogue to resolve differences.

The U.S. dollar experienced its worst week since late July on Friday (August 21), as the dollar index (DXY) fell 0.1% to 98.80, hovering near a three-month low, with weekly losses extending to around 0.9%. The weakness was driven by fiscal concerns and an unexpected U.S. Treasury intervention announced Wednesday to curb long-dated bond selloffs. The Treasury boosted long-term government debt buybacks from $2 billion to at least $4 billion, raising market concerns about currency depreciation pres

Over the past 1.5 months, the dollar strengthened approximately 170 won against the Korean won, prompting individuals and companies to increase their dollar holdings. Individuals are taking advantage of lower dollar prices for currency trading gains, while companies are securing dollars for raw material settlements, overseas investments, and building reserves from export proceeds.

According to strategists led by Alejandra Vazquez Plata at Citi, the U.S. Department of Treasury may not expand coupon-bearing debt auction sizes until February 2028. The team pushed back its previous estimate of May 2027 following an unexpected announcement by the Treasury to expand buyback operations this week. Citi had previously projected the expansion would allow the Treasury to gradually increase coupon debt supply while maintaining T-bill holdings below 25 percent of outstanding volume.

According to Yonhapinfomax, on August 21 (U.S. Eastern time), WTI crude oil for October delivery rose $0.23, or 0.26%, to close at $87.06 per barrel on the New York Mercantile Exchange. Brent crude for October gained $0.61, or 0.65%, reaching $94.39 per barrel. The U.S. Treasury Department plans to announce comprehensive economic sanctions against Iran on August 24. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that the sanctions would represent "the most coordinated economic isolation in global histo

Coinbase has launched a Launches tab in its app that allows users to discover and trade Base and Solana tokens shortly after they go live on chain, according to the company's announcement on X.

According to Fox Business, a series of crypto policy activities took place this week in Washington, breaking the typical August lull. Trump is pushing the Crypto Market Structure Act while U.S. regulators are advancing their crypto rule-making efforts.

According to HyperliquidNews, PURR (@HypeStrat) mNAV has risen to 1.17, reaching its long-term high level.

On Friday (Aug 21), Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signaled willingness to end the U.S.-Iran war, stating Iran remains in a strong negotiating position and this is the right time to pursue a ceasefire. The 60-day negotiation period from a June peace memorandum expired on Monday without a final agreement between the two sides. Meanwhile, U.S. President Trump announced plans for "historically devastating" economic actions against Iran, warning that countries, companies, and entities providing

According to sources familiar with the matter, Anthropic's IPO prospectus, which was confidentially filed in June, will include public opposition to AI data center construction as a key risk factor. A Gallup survey published in May found that 70% of Americans oppose AI data center development in their area, with close to half "strongly opposed." Anthropic's CFO Krishna Rao has been discussing the competitive landscape and potential slowdown in data center expansion during preliminary investor me

According to Trump on Friday, Aug 21, the U.S.-Canada trade agreement is nearly concluded and both sides are expected to reach a deal before the midnight deadline. Negotiations covering automobiles, steel, aluminum, timber, agricultural products, and spirits have made significant progress, with Canada poised to secure substantial tariff reductions from the United States. U.S. auto tariffs on Canadian vehicles and parts could drop from the current 25% to 15%, relieving pressure on the integrated

According to sources, U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has expressed dissatisfaction with the current U.S.-Canada trade agreement draft as negotiations approach their final stage. Lutnick is reportedly pushing for modifications, specifically opposing a proposal to reduce tariffs on Canadian automobiles from 25% to 15%, arguing the cut would undermine U.S. efforts to encourage domestic production. His stance contrasts with recent optimistic signals from President Trump and Canadian Prime Mi