Global TradFi & Macroeconomics

Fidelity announced that eligible users can now custody and trade Solana (SOL) within Fidelity Crypto accounts. The financial services corporation introduced this feature to expand access to digital assets as demand for cryptocurrency trading continues to rise. This development reflects a broader

Korean construction stocks plunged on the 29th, becoming the worst-performing sector on the KOSPI as of 1:16 PM. The KOSPI construction sector index fell 9.11 points (5.38%) to 160.27, significantly outpacing the 1.07% decline in the broader KOSPI composite index. The sharp reversal came just one

South Korea's KOSPI index declined 1.07% to 6816.26 as of 1:15 PM on the 29th, hovering near the critical 6800 level amid mounting pressure from rising US oil prices and interest rates. The benchmark index opened at 6844.41,

According to Financial News, Celltrion announced on September 29 a share buyback program worth approximately 100 billion won. The company will acquire 568,853 shares through open market purchases from September 30 through December 29. Celltrion stated the buyback aims to stabilize stock price and en

According to Financial News, on September 28, Samsung Electronics fell 5.43% to 270,000 won, while SK Hynix dropped 5.05% to 1.768 million won. Despite lowering earnings forecasts due to unfavorable exchange rate assumptions, securities analysts maintained buy ratings on both chipmakers. Yugin

According to a regulatory filing on September 29, Celltrion announced a plan to repurchase approximately 100 billion won worth of treasury shares, comprising 560,853 shares. The purchases will be executed on the open market from September 30 through December 29, 2026. The company stated the repurcha

According to Financial News, on September 29, South Korea's KOSPI construction sector index fell 5.38% in mid-afternoon trading, outpacing the overall market decline of 1.07%. The sector index dropped 9.11 points to close at 160.27. Major construction stocks declined sharply, with Hyundai

Today, Australia's Finance Minister stated the interest rate hike announced on September 29 has been widely anticipated by markets and is not unexpected. However, the hike will not reduce the financial pressure facing households. While Australia cannot escape global economic pressures, the country i

According to analyst Justin Low, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) removed the specific timeline for inflation return in its latest monetary policy statement on Sept 29. Previously, the RBA stated in August that inflation would likely fall near the mid-point of its target band by end-2027, with

REX Shares launched the REX Artificial Intelligence Chipmaking ETF (CHIP) on NASDAQ on the 29th, targeting global semiconductor equipment, packaging, and metrology companies critical to AI chip production. The launch aligns with a shift in AI infrastructure investment from chip design and

Youngone Corporation is projected to achieve two-digit growth in Q3 2026, extending its 68th consecutive quarter of operating profit. According to financial data provider FnGuide on the 29th, Youngone's Q3 2026 revenue forecast stands at 1.3496 trillion

According to Korean Economic Newspapers, Samsung Electronics' stock rebounded on Sept 29, its ex-dividend day for approximately 30 trillion won special dividend, opening down 1.48% but recovering to trade up 0.6-0.9% by late morning. The dividend included regular quarterly payouts plus special

According to REX Shares, on September 29, the company launched the AI Chipmaking ETF (CHIP) on Nasdaq, tracking semiconductor equipment manufacturers, advanced packaging, and metrology companies essential to AI chip production. The fund tracks the VettaFi AI Chipmaking Index, which comprises 55

According to the Seoul forex market, USD/KRW traded at 1,358.60 won on September 29 at 11:19 a.m., down 6.50 won from the previous close. The pair opened at 1,357.00 won and fluctuated within a narrow band near the 1,360 won level throughout the session, with movements contained within a 5 won

According to Coinglass, the Crypto Fear & Greed Index currently stands at 74, down 1 point from yesterday. The 7-day average is 72, while the 30-day average is 67.

The Reserve Bank of Australia said since the start of 2026, three increases to the cash rate target have tightened financial conditions, and the economy appears to be slowing.

The Reserve Bank of Australia warned that inflation remains elevated, with some upside risks mentioned in August now materializing. The escalating Middle East conflict has driven global energy prices significantly above the RBA's August forecast