Global TradFi & Macroeconomics

According to the U.S. Commerce Department, July headline PCE (Personal Consumption Expenditures) price index rose 0.2% month-over-month and 3.7% year-over-year on August 26, exceeding market expectations of 0.1% and 3.6% respectively. The core PCE index increased 0.2% MoM and 3.3% YoY, in line

According to Yonhapinfomax, on August 27, South Korea's Financial Services Commission and Korea Exchange expressed caution toward a bill to convert the exchange into a holding company structure after a decade-long gap. The proposal would separate KOSPI and KOSDAQ markets into subsidiaries and

According to South Korea's Financial Services Commission, as of July 1, the regulator designated penny stocks and companies with insufficient market capitalization as management-category listings, strengthening exit requirements under a delisting reform plan announced in February. The initiative

According to CME FedWatch, the Federal Reserve has a 63.5% probability of maintaining interest rates unchanged at its September meeting, with a 36.5% probability of a 25 basis point rate hike, as of August 27. For October, the probability of holding rates steady stands at 47.3%, while odds of a 25 b

According to South Korea's securities firms, Samsung Electronics received multiple 'Buy' ratings on August 27, with price targets reaching 370,000 KRW ($280 USD), citing expectations for substantial shareholder returns, improving memory chip demand, and the company's HBM technology capabilities.

Mirae Asset Securities maintained its 'buy' rating and 370,000 won target price for Samsung Electronics stocks on the previous day after the stock dropped nearly 9% on the 24th. Analyst Kim Young-gun stated the decline represents excessive reaction to macro uncertainty despite record shareholder

Korean stock markets experienced a structural shift in August as mid-cap and small-cap stocks rallied despite sustained foreign investor selling. Foreign investors sold 8.8 trillion won and institutional investors sold 3.3 trillion won during the period, yet the KOSPI rose 8.8% and the KOSDAQ

According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, yesterday (August 26) the Dollar Index (DXY) rose 0.3% to 99.16, supported by mixed but resilient U.S. economic data that strengthens expectations for the Federal Reserve to maintain interest rates. Core personal consumption

According to market data, South Korea's KOSPI index rose 8.8% and KOSDAQ gained 12.1% in August despite foreign investor net outflows of 8.8 trillion won and institutional selling of 3.3 trillion won. Mid-cap stocks surged 12.4% compared to 2.5% gains for large-cap shares, with mid-to-small

Korean retail investors are shifting from KOSPI to US stocks as domestic market turnover dropped to 0.54% through the 26th of this month, the lowest level this year. The move accelerated as the won-dollar exchange rate fell to the 1300 won range, reducing currency conversion costs for US stock

According to Mirae Asset Securities, Samsung Electronics' stock plunged 9% on August 24 despite announcing a historic 90-110 trillion won (approximately $60-73 billion) shareholder return program, marking the company's largest buyback initiative. The stock closed at 262,150 won on August 27. Mirae

Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix announced large-scale shareholder return policies, with market analysts projecting their currency conversion demand could drive the won-dollar exchange rate lower. SK Hynix announced a 40 trillion won share buyback and cancellation on the 19th, while Samsung Electron

According to Korea Securities Depository, as of August 26, domestic retail investors' U.S. stock holdings reached $185.6 billion, up 8.3% from the previous month, amid weakening appetite for South Korean equities. KOSPI's daily average turnover rate stood at 0.54% this month, marking the lowest

According to Seoul Economic, SK Innovation's shares plunged 11.04% to 111,200 won on Aug 26 after the company announced plans to absorb money-losing subsidiary SK ie Technology (SKIET). SK Gas shares fell 3.60% to 227,500 won following its announcement to merge with loss-making SK Advanced. SKIET, w

According to KOSCOM (Korea Exchange Computer Affiliated Company), stock deposit turnover fell sharply to 45.12% as of August 24, marking a steep decline from 87.99% at the end of July. The deposit turnover ratio, which measures stock trading value relative to total deposits, has effectively halved i

According to Reuters, Trian is not currently planning to discuss a potential acquisition of Wendy's. The investment firm's statement marks a shift in focus regarding the quick-service restaurant chain.

HP Inc. reported stronger-than-expected fiscal Q4 and full-year earnings guidance on Wednesday, yet shares declined as investors grew concerned about future demand for personal computers and printers. The company projects Q4 earnings per share of 69 to 79 cents, surpassing analyst consensus of 67 ce

According to ChainCatcher, Nvidia's chief financial officer projects the company's gross margin should stabilize at 72 percent to 73 percent in fiscal year 2028.

Three major South Korean K-beauty ETFs delivered strong returns over the recent 1 month period amid increased domestic stock market volatility. SOL Cosmetics TOP3 Plus, TIGER Cosmetics, and HANARO K-Beauty ETF recorded returns of 38.71%, 32.02%, and 25.21% respectively during this timeframe. The per

According to Maeil Economic Daily, SOL Cosmetics TOP3 Plus ETF posted one-month returns of 38.71% today (August 26), outpacing rival K-Beauty funds. TIGER Cosmetics ETF returned 32.02%, while HANARO K-Beauty ETF gained 25.21% over the same period. SOL's outperformance stems from concentrated