Global TradFi & Macroeconomics

According to Yonhap Infomax, on Oct 2, the USD/KRW exchange rate is expected to edge toward the 1,360 level as the U.S. dollar strengthens. The dollar index broke above 102 overnight for the first time in 18 months, while the euro fell to 1.12 against the dollar, its lowest since May 2025. Oil

According to CNBC, on October 1, Authentic Brands Group made a private acquisition proposal to acquire Mattel at a valuation of $5 billion, or at least $20 per share. Following the announcement, Mattel's stock surged 18.80%, closing at $15.10, up $2.38. CNBC noted the proposal remains in early

Gate News message, VanEck's ETF wallets executed sales of approximately $10.76 million in digital assets through centralized exchanges. The transaction details show 45.41 BTC worth roughly $3.84 million and 2.57K ETH valued at approximately $6.91 million.

Samyang Holdings is returning to the public corporate bond market after approximately 2 years and 5 months, targeting up to 200 billion won in fundraising. The company plans a demand forecast on the 23rd of this month with an initial issuance goal of 100 billion won, expandable to 200 billion won

Scott Chronert, head of US equity strategy at Citigroup Research, told CNBC on local time October 1 the Federal Reserve's next move could be a rate cut, forecasting the Fed will enter freeze mode until mid-next year. Chronert's view contrasts with current market pricing: CME Group's FedWatch shows t

According to Citi Research's Scott Kronet in a CNBC interview on October 1, the Federal Reserve may enter a pause mode by mid-2026 rather than continue tightening, contrary to current market expectations. CME FedWatch data shows the federal funds futures market is pricing in an 85% probability of an

According to Axios, the U.S. military deployed two Patriot air defense systems to the Middle East in recent weeks to protect critical oil and gas infrastructure in Saudi Arabia and Qatar, according to two U.S. officials and a regional source. The reinforcement aims to reassure the allied nations

According to Alternative.me, the Bitcoin Fear & Greed Index declined to 72 today (October 2), down from 74 yesterday, indicating the cryptocurrency market remains in a greedy state.

The Bank of Korea stated on October 2 that September consumer price inflation reached 2.9%, and October inflation is expected to remain around 3%. Deputy Governor Lee Ji-ho explained that while headline inflation appeared to decline month-over-month, the underlying price momentum actually

According to Jin10 data, on October 2, bond traders are heavily betting that the Federal Reserve will continue raising interest rates, making it unlikely that slower-than-expected job growth will significantly change the rate outlook. The U.S. Department of Labor is set to release the jobs report to

According to The Fact, on October 2 morning (9:07 AM), KOSDAQ broke through the 900 level, rising 1.02% to 903.42, driven by foreign investor and institutional buying totaling 205 billion Korean won combined. Meanwhile, KOSPI declined 0.26% to 6,953.42 as foreign investors and institutions sold 1,781 billion Korean won in net outflows. Semiconductor and battery stocks led KOSDAQ's advance, extending a five-day winning streak. KOSPI's weakness was pressured by Samsung Electronics' 1.18% decline.

According to Bank of Korea Deputy Governor Lee Ji-ho on October 2, consumer price inflation is expected to reach around 3% in October. While September's inflation rate was 2.9%, the central bank assessed that underlying price pressure has actually expanded when adjusted for the base effect from

Synopsys (NAS:SNPS) stock surged over 12% on October 1 (US local time) following its 2026 Investor Day event in New York, where the semiconductor design automation (EDA) and IP company announced fiscal year 2027 revenue guidance significantly exceeding analyst expectations. The company projected

According to Korea Exchange, KOSPI declined 14.80 points to 6,956.55 (down 0.21%) in early trading on October 2, as profit-taking sales emerged following the previous day's 1.97% surge. U.S. Treasury yields, which hit their highest level since 2002 overnight, and caution ahead of the U.S.

According to Financial News, HLB Pharma shares fell 7.8% in early trading on October 2, continuing a three-day decline. The stock had surged over 60% in just four trading days following FDA approval of cholangiocarcinoma

According to CNBC, on October 1 (U.S. local time), Synopsys (SNPS) stock surged 12.78% to $490.54 following the company's Investor Day announcement in New York. The EDA and IP design firm guided FY2027 (November 2026–October 2027) revenue to $11.1–$11.2 billion, representing approximately 15% year-o

According to Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC, an indirect subsidiary of First Pacific) announcement on October 1, MPIC agreed to acquire approximately 1.9% stake in Meralco (Manila Electric Company) from San Miguel Global Power Holdings Corp. for 12.4 billion Philippine pesos (approximat

According to the International Institute of Finance's Global Debt Monitor released on September 23, global debt reached a record $365 trillion, up $10 trillion over six months. Emerging market debt rose $6.5 trillion to $110 trillion. A Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco report on September 28 n

According to U Analyze, on Thursday (Oct 2), U.S. stocks turned higher after the 10-year Treasury yield retreated from 24-year highs. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.04% to 50,926.74, the S&P 500 gained 0.20% to 7,666.48, and the Nasdaq-100 advanced 0.04% to 26,871.60. The initial pressure c