Global TradFi & Macroeconomics

According to a16z crypto, traditional financial institutions are selectively adopting blockchain technology to optimize existing operations rather than directly integrating with open DeFi protocols. JPMorgan uses permissioned blockchain to process deposit settlements, while BlackRock and Franklin

According to MarketWatch reporting on FINRA data, U.S. margin debt reached $1.4155 trillion in May, up 53.7% from the same period last year. The surge marks one of the fastest growth rates on record, with current levels placing in the top 10 percent of historical increases. Scott Opsal, chief

Goldman Sachs on July 14 reported second-quarter revenue of $20.34 billion, significantly exceeding analyst expectations of $16.12 billion, with earnings per share of $20.98 compared to the expected $14.38 and nearly doubling from $10.91 a year earlier. Net profit surged 78% year-over-year to $6.63

According to HSBC, analysts maintained a sell rating on IBM Corp today while raising the price target to $191 from $190.

Goldman Sachs reported second-quarter 2026 earnings per share of $20.98, significantly exceeding analyst estimates of $14.48, according to results announced on July 14. The investment bank's revenue reached $20.34 billion for the April-June period, surpassing the $16.13 billion consensus forecast co

According to Herald Economy, South Korea's KOSPI index plummeted as Middle East tensions around the Strait of Hormuz resurfaced, reversing approximately 50% of gains accumulated since April and declining nearly 30% from last month's peak. The selloff in semiconductor stocks, combined with surging

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has approved amendments to its uncleared swaps margin framework that reduce collateral requirements for certain investment funds and broaden the range of assets eligible as initial margin. The changes are designed to improve market efficiency and align U.S. r

According to Bank of America's official statement, the bank's equity trading revenue surged 70% to $3.6 billion in Q2, exceeding analyst expectations. Fixed income trading revenue also rose 9% to $3.5 billion, above consensus estimates. The sales and trading division posted first-half record

According to a Hong Kong Stock Exchange announcement today (July 14), Zhipu (02513.HK) changed its English name from Knowledge Atlas Technology Joint Stock Company Limited to Z.AI Co., Ltd. The company's Chinese name, Beijing Zhipu Huazhang Technology Co., Ltd., remains

JPMorgan Chase reported net income of $21.2 billion for the second quarter, exceeding expectations, yet JPM stock slipped approximately 2% in pre-market trading on Tuesday. The largest US bank's results were driven by a 30% increase in investment banking fees and strong trading performance, with

According to Jin10 on July 14, China Air (Air China) expects to post a net loss of approximately RMB 2.1 to 2.6 billion for the first half of 2026. Excluding non-recurring gains and losses, the company anticipates a net loss of RMB 2.3 to 3.1 billion for the same

Bitcoin (BTC) traders are monitoring the July 14 US inflation report as markets price in 2.6 Federal Reserve rate hikes over coming quarters, according to crypto trading firm BIT. The inflation data arrives as Bitcoin has stabilized near $63,000 after recent volatility, leaving macroeconomic

According to BIT, on July 14, Bitcoin traders are closely monitoring the US inflation report, as markets are pricing in 2.6 Federal Reserve rate hikes over the coming quarters. The cryptocurrency, currently trading near $63,000, has steadied after recent volatility, leaving macroeconomic signals in

IBM reported Q2 adjusted earnings per share of $2.93 and revenue of $17.2 billion on July 14, both falling short of analyst expectations of $3.01 EPS and $17.86 billion revenue. The stock tumbled 19.37% in pre-market trading, closing below $234 per share. Chief Executive Arvind Krishna attributed t

According to market reports, Ukrainian drones struck Russia's Salavat petrochemical facility on July 14.

According to Jin10, Goldman Sachs reported fixed income, currencies and commodities (FICC) revenue of $4.59 billion in the second quarter, up 32% year-over-year. The earnings drove the stock higher, with GS rising over 2% in pre-market

According to BlockBeats, citing BIT data, IBM stock fell over 12% in premarket trading on July 14 after reporting Q2 preliminary revenue of $17.2 billion, below the expected $17.86 billion.

According to Samsung Electronics official statement on July 14, the company denied plans to pursue American Depositary Receipts (ADR) listing, rejecting recent Bloomberg reports suggesting it might follow SK Hynix's lead in listing ADR on the Nasdaq

According to MEXC's Q2 2026 Ecosystem & Growth Report released July 14, the exchange recorded $7.1 billion in SpaceX perpetual futures trading volume in the weeks following SpaceX's public listing on June 12. During the quarter, MEXC expanded its platform to bridge digital and traditional asset

According to Maeil Business Newspaper, South Korea's large-cap KOSPI index plunged 25.79% over the past three weeks through July 14, with major semiconductor stocks suffering steep declines. Samsung Electronics fell 25.6%, SK Hynix dropped 34.46%, and Samsung Electro-Mechanics plummeted 43.45%.