Global TradFi & Macroeconomics

South Korean stocks declined on September 29 as US President Donald Trump rejected Iran's proposed roadmap for reopening the Hormuz Strait, escalating geopolitical tensions. The KOSPI index fell 18.93 points, or 0.27%, to close at 6,870.81, pressured by foreign investors

Gold traded near $4,125 an ounce early on 29 September 2026, holding near a seven-week low after a 3% drop on 28 September took spot prices to $4,156.45, the weakest level since 5 August. The sell-off was driven by the 10-year US Treasury yield climbing back above 5.2% and CME FedWatch data

Yang Hong-seok, vice chairman of Daishin Securities, has consolidated control over the Korean brokerage firm through a two-decade succession process that began in 2005 when he became the largest shareholder. In 2023, Yang assumed the role of board chairman, marking a significant milestone in the

Pension funds in the Korean stock market executed a differentiated investment strategy over the recent month, net purchasing energy, battery, and AI infrastructure-related stocks while reducing holdings in major semiconductor and automotive names. According to Korea Exchange data, the funds bought h

According to Jin10, Shanghai gold afternoon trading (A.M. Fix) settled at 895.6 yuan per gram on September 29, trading 3.54 yuan per gram above the international gold price of 892.06 yuan per gram.

At midday close today, China's main futures contracts showed mixed performance. Benzene, styrene (EB), propylene, and methanol each surged over 3%, while plastic and polypropylene monthly contracts rose over 2%. Asphalt gained nearly 2%. On the downside, natural rubber 20 and SC crude fell over 3%,

On September 29, most major European stock indices posted gains at the open. France's CAC 40 rose 4.33 points, up 0.05% to 8,082.81; Spain's IBEX 35 gained 51.20 points, up 0.26% to 19,651.50; Italy's FTSE MIB increased 154.60 points, up 0.30% to 51,914.50; the UK's FTSE 100 rose 25.24 points, up 0.

As of 15:00 Beijing time on September 29, spot platinum fell 1.13% while spot palladium declined 0.10%.

According to Reuters, gold (XAU/USD) hit $4,125 per ounce on 29 September 2026, marking a seven-week low after declining roughly 3% on 28 September to its lowest level since 5 August. The sell-off was driven by a 10-year U.S. Treasury yield rising back above 5.2% and CME FedWatch data showing a 70.3

According to Yonhapnews, on September 29, Samsung Electronics closed up 0.93% at 272,500 KRW despite being the ex-dividend date for third-quarter distribution. The stock recovered sharply after opening down 1.48%, reaching an intraday high of 276,000 KRW (up 2.22%). The rebound followed a sharp 5.43

According to market analysis, Yang Hong-seok, vice chairman of Daishin Financial Group and board chair of Daishin Securities since March 2023, holds 10.4% of the company as of September 2026. His immediate family controls 17.44% collectively, establishing third-generation dominance of the

According to Goldman Sachs, on September 28, the firm raised its AI Ethernet data center switch market forecast to approximately $100 billion by 2030, with a compound annual growth rate of 65% from 2025 to 2030. Goldman Sachs maintained buy ratings on Arista Networks (ANET) with a $225 price

According to Rex Financial, a global ETF operator, $9 billion flowed into index-based leveraged products in Q3 2026, while approximately $5 billion exited single-stock leveraged vehicles. The shift reflects retail investors' growing appetite for diversified exposure through higher-leverage index pro

Switzerland's KOF economic leading indicator rose to 109.1 in September, exceeding the consensus forecast of 106 and the prior month's reading of 106.7.

Switzerland's KOF Economic Leading Indicator reached 109.1 in September, surpassing the forecast of 106.1, according to the KOF Institute. The previous month's figure was revised upward to 107.5 from 106.7.

Samsung Electro-Mechanics announced on September 29 plans to invest approximately 6 trillion Korean won across domestic and overseas facilities to expand AI server semiconductor substrate production capacity, according to Yonhapnews. The company will allocate 4.27 trillion won for its Sejong facilit

Shell Canada Energy has made a final investment decision on LNG Canada Phase 2, expanding the facility's annual production capacity from 14 million to 28 million tonnes. The expansion will add two new liquefaction trains, storage capacity, and loading infrastructure. With a 40% stake, Shell will

According to BlockBeats, Tesla postponed its new Roadster unveiling event from October 1 to October 15 today due to adverse weather forecasts. The event will still be held at SpaceX's testing facility in McGregor, Texas, the company said. Tesla shares closed at $357.45, down 3.94% today.

Korea Exchange (KRX) announced on May 29 the introduction of a tiered segment system for the KOSDAQ market next year, with qualifying new listings eligible for direct entry into the top-tier 'KOSDAQ Select.' Choi Ji-woo, Executive Director of KRX's KOSDAQ Market Division, disclosed the plan at 'Kore

Switzerland's KOF Economic Leading Indicator is set to be released in 10 minutes today (September 29).