Global TradFi & Macroeconomics

Gate News message, April 23 — Trump denied reports claiming he extended the ceasefire period with Iran by 3 to 5 days, calling the accounts false during a Fox News interview on April 23. He stated there is no timeline for ending the conflict and expressed no urgency, countering claims that he wanted

Gate News message, April 22 — Russian President Vladimir Putin is willing to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, but only at the final stage of a Russia-Ukraine peace agreement, according to Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov in a media interview today. Peskov stated that such a meet

Gate News: According to the latest Gate TradFi data, TSLA (Tesla) has dropped by 4% in a short period. Current volatility is significantly higher than recent averages, indicating increased market activity.

Gate News message, April 22 — Tesla reported first-quarter 2026 revenue of $22.39 billion, representing 16% year-over-year growth but falling slightly short of Wall Street's $22.64 billion consensus estimate. However, the company exceeded earnings expectations, posting adjusted earnings per share of

Gate News: According to the latest Gate TradFi data, JPN225 (Nikkei 225) has surged by 1.5% in a short period. Current volatility is significantly higher than recent averages, indicating increased market

Kevin Warsh, President Donald Trump's pick for Federal Reserve chair, told the Senate he wants to change how the Fed measures inflation by using "trimmed averages" instead of the core PCE index, but economists warn the shift could create the opposite problem it aims to solve. At his Senate hearing o

Hassett says the Fed could cut rates while shrinking its balance sheet. Gate News, April 22, quotes Hassett, director of the White House National Economic Council, who envisions the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates while reducing its balance sheet.

Iran seized two container ships near Hormuz, escalating tensions amid a ceasefire extension; oil rose as Tehran rejected U.S. talks and denounced European silence. Abstract: Gate News reports that Iran seized two container ships, MSC-FRANCESCA and EPAMINODES, in the Strait of Hormuz, citing violations of maritime regulations and unauthorized operations. The first incident occurred at 8:38 a.m. UTC about eight nautical miles off Iran's coast, and a second around 5:47 a.m. London time about 15 miles northeast of Oman, with a third vessel reportedly hit. The seizures coincide with Trump's ceasefire extension and coincidently sent Brent and WTI crude higher. Goldman Sachs' Daan Struyven said the ceasefire extension reduces the probability of major disruption to global energy infrastructure, though shocks remain. Diplomatically, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Aragchi stated Iran has "no plans" to negotiate with the U.S., condemned European silence over what it calls unlawful U.S. and Israeli attacks, and described the blockade of Iranian ports as "an act of war" while deeming the seizure a greater violation.

Gate News message, April 22 — IBM shares declined 8% during after-hours trading on Tuesday.

Tokenized U.S. Treasuries reach $14B TVL across blockchains by April 2026, driven by expanding wallet inflows; Ethereum remains the main hub, led by Franklin Templeton’s Benji and other growing T-bill tokens. Abstract: Tokenized U.S. Treasuries total value locked rose to a record $14 billion across multiple blockchains as of April 2026, led by active wallet inflows and sustained institutional interest despite DeFi headwinds. Ethereum remains the dominant platform, with Franklin Templeton’s Benji fund driving notable growth, and several other tokenized T-bill products expanding on Ethereum and Sei. About 33.9k wallets hold these assets, mainly used as collateral in DeFi protocols. At current yields around 3.68%, issuers could earn roughly $515 million annually, signaling continued appetite for conservative DeFi instruments.

Gate News: According to the latest Gate TradFi data, FCEL (FuelCell Energy Inc) has surged by 24% in a short period. Current volatility is significantly higher than recent averages, indicating increased market

Key Insights Cardano tokenized a Hannover Re reinsurance product and listed it on the London Stock Exchange, expanding blockchain use in regulated institutional markets. ADA price holds within a descending wedge as support at $0.2400 remains intact while resistance near $0.2550 and $0.2824 l

Key Insights Institutional XRP ETF inflows reached $41.6 million over four days, lifting assets under management above $1.08 billion and strengthening market confidence. XRP faces strong resistance near $1.45, where CoinGlass data highlights a short max

Gate News message, April 22 — US stocks surged to record closes on April 22 as President Donald Trump announced an indefinite extension of the ceasefire with Iran, while strong first-quarter corporate earnings bolstered investor sentiment. The S&P 500 gained 73.89 points (1.05%) to close at 7,137.9

Gate News: According to the latest Gate TradFi data, FCEL (FuelCell Energy Inc) has surged by 22% in a short period. Current volatility is significantly higher than recent averages, indicating increased market

Key Insights Solana ETF inflows reached $22.14 million this week, signaling sustained institutional accumulation and reinforcing short-term support above the 50-day EMA level. Futures open interest climbed to $5.53 billion, highlighting increased retail participation and growing

Nunes exits as TMTG undergoes a major leadership shakeup, underscoring the company's ongoing struggle to turn Trump's influence into a viable platform, with stock down about 90% since its debut. Abstract: The article reports Devin Nunes's departure as CEO of Trump Media & Technology Group, signaling a significant leadership change for the company. It notes that despite Truth Social's prominence, TMTG has failed to translate the president's influence into a profitable platform, with its stock illustrating the broader challenges the company faces in turning political notoriety into sustainable market success.

CNBC combines three reports: On April 22, after Trump extended the Iran ceasefire and maintained the blockade of Hormuz, the IRGC seized two cargo ships. Market oil prices are approaching $100 per barrel, and U.S. stocks closed down about 0.6%. The extension of the ceasefire is seen as a negotiating window rather than the end of hostilities, and maritime risks remain. Shipping around Hormuz is nearly at a standstill; Brent is near $100 and WTI is above $90. Oil price movements depend on factors such as the progress of negotiations, the direction of the blockade, and the resumption of shipping.

The crypto market is recovering, with BTC trading above $78k, up about 2% day over day. After breaking $75k, a short squeeze emerged; spot ETFs have seen consecutive net inflows, and MicroStrategy’s additional purchases have driven growth in institutional holdings. Open interest is rising, funding rates are falling, and even turning negative, suggesting potential explosive upside. Tensions on the geopolitical front have eased, and the fear index has rebounded back into a fear range—sentiment has improved, but it’s not yet a full bull market. To hold the $78k–$83k range steadily, improve liquidity, and maintain macro stability, we can enter a long-term bull market. This article was first published by Chain News ABMedia.