Global TradFi & Macroeconomics

According to the American Petroleum Institute (API), U.S. crude oil inventories declined 2.6 million barrels last week, compared to an increase of 4.2 million barrels in the prior week. Cushing crude inventories rose 0.2 million barrels versus 1 million barrels previously. Gasoline stockpiles increa

Bitcoin has closed 8 of the last 13 Septembers in negative territory, averaging a 2.97% loss according to CoinGlass monthly return data tracked since 2013. September 2025 broke the streak with a 5.16% gain, only for October 2025 to turn negative for the first time since 2018 when a Trump tariff

According to Apple's official disclosure, the company's board approved new CEO John Ternus a $55 million equity compensation package for fiscal 2027, with a separate $2.5 million restricted stock unit grant for FY2026. Former CEO Tim Cook will receive $45 million in equity awards for FY2027 and a $2

Palo Alto Networks reported fiscal fourth-quarter results that surpassed analyst estimates, driven by mounting demand for cybersecurity tools amid artificial intelligence risks. The company posted adjusted earnings per share of $1.02 against expectations of 98 cents, while revenue reached $3.41

According to Bloomberg, Palo Alto Networks surpassed fiscal fourth-quarter estimates on strong demand for AI-powered cybersecurity tools. The company reported adjusted earnings per share of $1.02, topping the expected 98 cents, with revenue of $3.41 billion versus the anticipated $3.35 billion.

According to Eleanor Terrett, the SEC has proposed updates to its transfer agent rules to incorporate blockchain technology for managing tokenized securities. The new rules would allow transfer agents to maintain ownership records using blockchain and require firms to report the number of tokenized

On Tuesday (September 1), gold ETFs fell 2.86%, leading declines across major U.S. asset-linked ETFs. Nasdaq 100 ETF dropped 1.27%, while Russell 2000 and U.S. Treasuries 20+ year ETFs fell 1.14% and 0.41%, respectively. Brent crude oil funds surged 5.15%, with agricultural commodities also

An analysis of 854 Korean listed companies based on 2025 business reports reveals a significant gap between consolidated net profit and profit attributable to controlling shareholders. Among the 854 firms analyzed—354 KOSPI and 500 KOSDAQ companies—KOSPI firms showed an average controlling sharehold

According to President Putin, Russia still needs to repair approximately 10% of its oil refining facilities in relation to the ongoing Ukraine conflict. The statement underscores the impact of the conflict on Russia's energy infrastructure and production

According to an analysis released on September 1 by E-Daily, 854 Korean listed firms showed a significant gap between consolidated net income and profits attributable to parent company shareholders. Among KOSPI-listed companies, parent shareholders received an average of 88.1% of consolidated net pr

WTI crude oil rose 6.0% intraday on September 1, trading at $90.91 per barrel.

Dell Technologies surged 11% in after-hours trading on September 1, as the company raised its full-year revenue guidance. The company did not disclose specific guidance figures in the announcement.

U.S. API crude oil inventory data for the week ending August 28 is set to be released in approximately 10 minutes. The American Petroleum Institute reports weekly stockpile figures that are closely monitored by energy

On Tuesday (Sept 1), U.S. industry ETFs posted mixed performance. The Global Airlines ETF declined 2.14%, the Semiconductor ETF fell 2.05%, and the Internet Stock Index ETF dropped 1.83%. Consumer Discretionary and Technology ETFs fell up to 1.72%. The Energy ETF gained 1.27%, and the Biotech Index

On September 1, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expressed strong support for Japan's market and monetary measures to address significant yen weakness during a bilateral meeting with Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda at the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting in

Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix face potential earnings forecast downgrades as the won-dollar exchange rate closed at 1370.4 won on September 1, marking an 11.8% decline since July 1. Securities firms including Kiwoom Securities and LS Securities cut target prices for both companies in August,

Dell Technologies shares surged 5% in extended trading on Tuesday after the computer maker reported fiscal second-quarter 2027 results and raised its full-year forecast, driven by strong AI server demand. Revenue reached $46.97 billion for the quarter ended July 31, exceeding the $44.92 billion

U.S. forces struck Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) targets near the Strait of Hormuz at 12 p.m. ET on Tuesday, the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed. The strikes followed recent attempted attacks by the IRGC against commercial shipping in the Strait and against American service

According to U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, speaking on Tuesday at the G20 meeting in North Carolina, the Trump administration could announce new sanctions on Iranian banks this week and next week. Bessent stated the U.S. has "zero tolerance" for Iran and plans to "economically asphyxiate" t

According to Kookmin Ilbo, South Korea's won-to-dollar exchange rate fell 11.8% since July 1, dropping to 1370.4 won on September 1 from 1554.9 won, pressuring earnings outlooks for chipmakers Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. Semiconductors are typically priced and sold in dollars, so a weaker won