Global TradFi & Macroeconomics

According to Goldman Sachs former commodities chief Jeffrey Currie, the U.S. Treasury recently doubled long-bond buyback programs, artificially suppressing yields and breaking the market's natural rate brake. After 30-year Treasury yields hit 5.32% (a 17-year high), Treasury Secretary Bessent

According to Jin10 futures calendar, major events and data releases are scheduled for next week. On August 27, the Jackson Hole Global Central Bank Conference opens, which typically influences commodity markets. Key economic indicators include U.S. core PCE and GDP revisions on August 26, China's in

According to Kpler data cited by Reuters, Brent crude traded at $93.55 per barrel on Aug. 21, down 0.3% on the session, while U.S. WTI crude declined 0.4% to $86.50. Both benchmarks remain on course for weekly gains of more than 7% and 8% respectively, driven by Middle East supply

According to Mitrade's official announcement, the CFD broker promoted Timur Konsky to Chief Executive Officer of Mitrade EU on August 21, 2026, transitioning him from Chief Operating Officer. The appointment coincides with Mitrade Group reporting a 148.4% increase in total lots traded during the

Hong Kong stocks rallied on August 21 (Friday), with the Hang Seng Index closing up 1.21% or 310 points at 26,009.46, successfully breaking above the 26,000 level and marking its fifth consecutive trading day of gains. The index accumulated a weekly gain of 892 points, reversing a two-week

Chinese A-share indices closed higher on the 21st, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising 0.04% to 3905.2 points, holding above the 3900-point threshold for a second consecutive trading day. The rally was driven by statements from China's Ministry of Finance indicating preparations for

Apex Group and OpenVC are developing real-world asset indices combining Apex Group's private-market data with OpenVC's index-construction methods. The partnership addresses benchmarking problems in private markets, where investors allocate capital to assets lacking the frequent pricing,

U.S. mortgage rates moved slightly lower this week, with the 30-year fixed rate falling to 6.65% as of Aug. 20. The decline from 6.67% a week earlier offers homebuyers modest relief, according to Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey. However, the U.S. 10-year Treasury yield remains

According to Coyotes News, China's Shanghai Composite Index (SSE) closed higher for the second consecutive trading day on August 21, ending at 3,905.2 points, up 0.04%, as officials signaled additional fiscal support measures targeting households for the second half of 2026. The Shenzhen

According to Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell to 6.65% as of Aug. 20, down from 6.67% a week earlier. However, the 10-year Treasury yield remains near 4.70%, creating a risk that mortgage rates could stay elevated or rise further. The 15-year

South Korean retail investors shifted toward US index funds in August following domestic market volatility. Daily average trading volume in South Korean stock markets fell to 32.97 trillion won in August from 60.36 trillion won in June. The shift occurred after the KOSPI index fell 22.19% in July an

According to Seoul Economy, South Korean retail investors surged into U.S. index exchange-traded funds in August as domestic stock market turmoil prompted a portfolio shift. Net purchases of U.S. stocks reached $822.4 million by August 19, nearly matching June's $633 million tally. Top ETF buys

According to the Korean Exchange on August 21, Samsung Group's five subsidiaries entered the top 10 market capitalization rankings, reshaping the KOSPI's upper tier. Samsung Electronics held the number one position, while Samsung Electro-Mechanics ranked fourth, with Samsung Biologics, Samsung

According to an announcement from China's central bank and market regulator on Aug 21, discontinued RMB can be traded starting from the date it ceases circulation. Commemorative coins, including both ordinary and precious metal versions, are also permitted for trading. However, ordinary

According to Chung Lien-pin, Micron's operations executive in Taiwan, the island has been the world's largest semiconductor materials consumer market for 16 consecutive years, with 2025 semiconductor materials spending reaching $21.7 billion. This reflects Taiwan's role as a critical validation

From 08:45 to 09:00 on August 21, 2026 (UTC), BTC surged 2.09% within 15 minutes, climbing from 77,580.7 USDT to 79,520.0 USDT, with a 2.50% price range. The price quickly broke through the 79,000 USDT level, market sentiment heated up sharply, and the short-term trend showed a strong rebound. The main driver of this move was the U.S. Treasury’s launch of a Treasury buyback program, which sent a signal of stability in the bond market. Combined with a weaker DXY and declining expectations for lon

Samsung Electro-Mechanics recorded a 754.8% Total Shareholder Return (TSR) for the reporting period, the highest among South Korea's top 10 companies by market capitalization, according to disclosures filed with the Financial Supervisory Service. The figures represent the first implementation of

Iovance Biotherapeutics (IOVA), Amylyx Pharmaceuticals (AMLX) and ConocoPhillips (COP) stocks each reached fresh 52-week highs on Thursday. IOVA stock surged 12%, while AMLX and COP stocks gained over 2% and 3%, respectively. The rallies followed UBS raising its IOVA price target to $7, Amylyx

According to Jin10, spot gold hit $4,600 per ounce on August 21, the first time since May 15, rising 1.80% intraday.

Iovance Biotherapeutics (IOVA), Amylyx Pharmaceuticals (AMLX) and ConocoPhillips (COP) stocks each reached fresh 52-week or multi-year highs on Thursday as analyst upgrades and strong financial results boosted investor confidence. IOVA surged 12% to $9.36 after UBS raised its price target to $7,