Global TradFi & Macroeconomics

According to shipping data, traffic through the Hormuz Strait slowed over the weekend as tanker attacks and stalled U.S.-Iran peace negotiations weighed on regional shipping activity.

U.S. retail sales declined 0.6% month-over-month in July, marking the largest monthly drop in over a year, according to recent economic data. The unexpected decline signals weakening consumer spending, a key indicator of U.S. economic

According to regulatory filings, trading firm Jane Street suffered a substantial loss of approximately $15 billion in July, reportedly dragged down by the unwinding of positions held by a trader. The trader, known by the moniker "AI Sage," had significantly increased holdings in chip makers Micron a

According to Bank of America analysts, 16 AI-related stocks have fallen 20–55% from their 52-week highs following July market volatility, with the bank identifying these declines as attractive entry points. The stocks span semiconductor hardware, AI infrastructure, and energy sectors, all rated as "

KOSPI consolidated below 7000 points for an 11th consecutive trading day after recovering the 6000 level on July 31, closing at 6977.94 on August 14 — up 2.42% but unable to sustain an intraday breach of 7000. The Korean stock market entered a consolidation phase after digesting volatility from US-I

According to Kiwoom Securities research published on August 17, Casa Korea ended its real estate fragmented investment platform on August 10 after liquidating all underlying assets, while Funble announced service closure in April and is liquidating remaining holdings. The exits signal a

According to Korea Exchange data, KOSPI reached 6977.94 on Aug 14, gaining 11.5% for the week and approaching the 7,000 mark. Domestic investors recorded net selling of 7.4 trillion Korean won, taking profits after the sustained weekly rally, while foreign investors executed net purchases of 6.8 tri

According to Newsis, the KOSPI closed at 6,977.94 on August 14, gaining 2.42% but failing to break above the 7,000-point threshold for the 11th consecutive trading session. The index briefly touched 7,000 during intraday trading before retreating. The Korean Stock Exchange noted improved market

According to Haitong International's research note released on August 16, the brokerage recommends a strategic shift in positioning as autumn market trends emerge, with the South Korea KOSPI index jumping 11.5% last week and the S&P 500 hitting fresh record highs. The research emphasizes a new AI i

According to China Securities Journal, China's July economic data is set to be released soon, with high-frequency indicators and leading data suggesting steady economic operation. Linear offline consumption, infrastructure, and advanced manufacturing sectors are transmitting positive signals.

According to Shinhan Investment Securities, on August 17, South Korea's oil refining enterprises are expected to extend their earnings growth period as refining profit margins reach historic highs. The margin—the revenue generated from the price difference between crude oil and refined

According to China Tungsten Online data and industry sources cited by Shanghai Securities News, tungsten prices have stabilized during the third quarter after significant volatility in H1. Black tungsten concentrate (65%) is trading around 415,000 yuan per metric ton, while ammonium metatungstate (A

According to Smart Finance, China Zhenghuo Semiconductor Ltd. (03223) will conduct global offering of H-shares from August 17-20, 2026, with pricing up to HK$102.80 per share. The company aims to raise approximately HK$3.14 billion (after deducting underwriting fees and estimated expenses). H-shares

According to Guru Club, tomorrow (August 17), Asian refiners are securing crude oil supplies ahead of schedule, with Indian buyers targeting November shipments. Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refining facilities have exacerbated supply concerns, leaving Russia facing fuel shortages despite

According to Guru Club, U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced net outflows of $131.1 million on August 14, marking the second consecutive day of outflows and accelerating from the previous day. Ark Invest's ARKB.US led redemptions with $58.8 million in outflows, followed by Fidelity's FBTC.US at $55.1

According to Guru Club, spot gold broke $4,380 per ounce on August 17, rising 0.09% during the day.

Spot silver reached $65 per ounce today, up 0.53% intraday.

According to Korea Exchange, retail investors made net purchases of 133 billion Korean won in the KRX gold market from August 1-14, marking their first buying activity in four months. This reversal ends a three-month streak of consecutive net selling from May through July, as gold prices

According to Shanghai Securities News, in July, global artificial intelligence-related equities entered a deleveraging cycle that is now approaching its end, with a sharp selloff across major markets including U.S. and South Korean exchanges. The cycle was marked by the collapse of a high-leverage A

According to Shanghai Securities News, gold has released major selling pressure this week and entered a bottoming-and-recovery stage, market experts said. Investors who had maintained positions through the half-year downturn began profit-taking, with one investor reporting gains of over 10,000