Global TradFi & Macroeconomics

On Tuesday (September 15), Germany's 10-year government bond yield rose 2 basis points to 3.538%, marking its highest level since 2009 and approaching the 3.749% peak from Q2 2009 and the 4.148% high from Q4 2008. The 2/10-year yield spread widened 2.517 basis points to +27.646 basis

According to Banque de France, the bank forecasts French third-quarter GDP growth of 0.1% based on recent survey findings.

From 15:00 to 16:00 (UTC) on September 15, 2026, BTC edged higher within the 1-hour window, posting a Return % of +0.11%, a price range of 75820.5–76100.6 USDT, and an Ampl of 0.37%. Despite the slight Short-term rebound, market sentiment remained cautious, with volatility noticeably narrower than the previous day and a strong wait-and-see atmosphere. The main drivers of this anomaly were macroeconomic headwinds from the sharp escalation of the US-Iran military conflict and growing expectations

According to Reuters, France is considering supporting Klaas Knot, former head of the Dutch central bank, for the position of European Central Bank president, with the goal of securing the chief economist role for a French national in

WTI crude oil rose 4.0% intraday today, trading at $105.5 per barrel.

LVMH fell 2.6% on Tuesday, with market value shrinking to €201 billion ($232 billion), dropping out of Europe's top ten listed companies for the first time since 2017. The luxury giant slipped below L'Oreal to third-largest in

From 12:00 to 16:00 (UTC) on September 15, 2026, ETH traded between 2,475.19 and 2,481.20 USDT. Its return rose slightly by 0.24%, with a price amplitude of 0.16%. Although the candlestick closed higher, the market exhibited typical weak-rebound characteristics: overall attention remained low, and volatility narrowed significantly from the previous day. The main driver of this move was the contraction in macro risk appetite triggered by the continued rise in U.S. Treasury yields. The 10-year U.S

According to PANews, U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent stated on September 16 that the Treasury does not set equilibrium prices for Treasury yield levels, and that addressing the deficit is a factor influencing 10-year Treasury yields. Bessent noted that recent U.S. Treasury buyback operations have be

On September 14, Brent crude's prompt spread—the price gap between immediate and one-month forward delivery—widened to $5.58 per barrel, its largest since July 23, signaling mounting supply concerns. November Brent futures surged to $109.80/barrel before settling around $105.30/barrel, while

Major economic data and policy events are scheduled for release on September 16, 2026, with market participants closely monitoring key announcements. The U.S. will release retail sales data for August at 20:30 UTC, along with API and EIA crude oil inventory reports. The Federal Reserve's FOMC

On September 15, UK 10-year gilt yields rose 1.6 basis points to 5.384% in the closing session of European trading. Two-year gilt yields declined 0.2 basis points to 4.888%, while the 2/10-year gilt yield spread widened by 1.915 basis points to +49.47 basis points.

According to U.S. Energy Secretary Pete Wright, the reopening of a pipeline is expected to be completed within days. Wright did not provide additional details regarding the specific pipeline or current operational

According to Reuters, sources said the premium for Russian Urals crude at Indian ports has recently risen to $8 per barrel relative to Brent crude due to strong demand.

According to U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent, on September 15, the United States deployed notional amounts in yen intervention and generated tens of millions of dollars in gains from the operation. The statement provides details on the scope and profitability of America's recent currency market

On Sept 15, European close, ICE UK Natural Gas futures declined 3.19% to 198.650 pence/therm, while TTF benchmark Dutch Natural Gas futures fell 2.09% to 80.281 euros/MWh. EU emissions trading allowances (ETS futures) also dropped 2.89% to 84.92

According to TheStreet, Robert Kiyosaki said early Tuesday on X that the "biggest crash in history" has begun, pointing to market turbulence in Europe and Japan as the opening phase of a global downturn he predicted in his 2002 book "Rich Dad's Prophecy." Kiyosaki attributed the crash to AI mania, g

Fonterra's Global Dairy Trade (GDT) auction price index declined 1.1% on September 15. Milk powder contracts averaged $3,868 per ton on a free-alongside-ship (FAS) basis, while the wholesale milk powder price index fell 0.8% to $3,563 per ton.

According to FinanceFeeds, UK hedge fund founder Crispin Odey lost his Upper Tribunal appeal on September 15, with the Financial Conduct Authority's lifetime ban upheld while his fine was reduced from £1.83 million to £1.53 million. The Tribunal upheld all five FCA integrity allegations against Odey

According to the Ontario Securities Commission, the regulator released its Investment Management Division Annual Summary Report for fiscal 2025-2026, detailing key activities and industry trends. The report emphasizes exchange-traded fund (ETF) growth, liquidity risk management initiatives, and