Global TradFi & Macroeconomics

According to Robeco asset management, on September 23, the Dutch asset manager released a five-year outlook report forecasting emerging market stocks with an expected annual return of 8.0%, the highest among major asset classes. Developed market equities and listed REITs are each projected at 7.0% r

According to HKEx executive director and market management head Yu Xuexin on September 23, Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing will introduce yuan-denominated gold futures contracts tradable in Hong Kong in early 2027, followed by additional commodity investment products priced in yuan. The

According to Yonhapinfomax, on September 23, South Korea's government bond yields declined across the curve. The 3-year benchmark yield fell 1.6 basis points to 4.014%, while the 10-year benchmark yield dropped 4.2 basis points to 4.402%. The 30-year yield declined 5.1 basis points to 4.578%, with t

Timefolio Asset Management will double the September distribution for its TIME Korea Plus Dividend Active ETF to 1.0%, combining a regular 0.5% monthly payout with a 0.5% special distribution. To receive the payment, investors must purchase the ETF by the 28th and hold through market close, with the

Timefolio Asset Management announced it will double the September distribution for its TIME Korea Plus Dividend Active ETF to 1.0%, combining a regular 0.5% monthly distribution with an additional 0.5% special distribution. The special distribution, sourced from operational gains, marks the third

According to Financial News on September 23, Timefolio Asset Management increased its TIME Korea Plus Dividend Active ETF's September distribution to 1.0%, double the typical monthly payout. The distribution comprises 0.5% regular monthly dividend plus 0.5% special dividend from realized trading

According to Arkham, Tesla currently holds 11,509 Bitcoin worth approximately $994.9 million. With Bitcoin rising 14% this week, the company's holdings gained about $122.6 million in value. Tesla has not moved this Bitcoin position over the past four

BlackBerry stocks neared a one-month high on Tuesday after Coretura, the commercial vehicle software venture founded by Daimler Truck and Volvo Group, selected the company's Alloy Kore platform for its next-generation commercial vehicle software foundation. BB stock closed at $8.62 on Monday,

On Tuesday, Coretura, the commercial vehicle software venture founded by Daimler Truck and Volvo Group, selected BlackBerry's Alloy Kore as its foundational platform for next-generation commercial vehicles. The selection marks Alloy Kore's first design win and the largest in QNX history, adding

According to Bloomberg, China's export-oriented technology stocks have delivered 36% returns year-to-date in 2026, significantly outperforming domestically-focused peers which gained 9%. Bloomberg's tracking of 30 Chinese tech stocks with the highest overseas revenue exposure showed the marked

According to BlockBeats, on September 23, Wall Street traders increased hedging positions via SOFR (secured overnight financing rate) options to protect against the risk of fewer Federal Reserve rate hikes than currently priced. Interest rate swap pricing shows the market expects three 0.25

South Korean financial authorities are discussing a ban on margin trading for investors under 19, with major securities firms already implementing restrictions. KB Securities stopped accepting new minor margin accounts in July and enforced 100% cash margin requirements from late last month, while

Warren Buffett resigned as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway on September 18, ending a 56-year tenure that began in 1970 and marking his full retirement from management following his CEO resignation late last year. He passed the chairman role to his son Howard Buffett while retaining honorary chairman

SK Hynix ADR premium reached 38.90% compared to its domestic shares as of the 21st, as the American Depositary Receipt gained inclusion in major US semiconductor indices and exchange-traded funds. The monthly average ADR premium expanded from 30.67% in July to 39.57% this month, significantly

Samsung Asset Management is preparing a US AI agent-themed active ETF, with the original September launch now delayed. Meanwhile, the Financial Supervisory Service is investigating four Samsung Active Asset Management employees for alleged front-running related to the KoAct KOSDAQ Active ETF

Warren Buffett resigned as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway on September 18 after 56 years in the role, handing the position to his son Howard Buffett. Buffett, who joined the company in 1965 and became chairman in 1970, will retain the title of honorary chairman. He stepped down as CEO last year and

According to Investing.com data, SK Hynix ADR premium reached 38.90% as of September 21, significantly outpacing TSMC ADR's five-year average premium of 12.6%. The monthly average ADR premium expanded to 39.57% in September from 30.67% in July. The surge reflects increased demand following

According to South Korea's Financial Supervisory Service (FSS), the regulator is investigating four employees at Samsung Active Asset Management for alleged insider trading related to its KoAct Kosdaq Active ETF in March. The employees are suspected of

According to Farside Investors, Bitcoin ETF saw net inflows of $714.7 million on September 22, marking the third consecutive day of inflows exceeding $400 million. BlackRock's IBIT received $350 million while FBTC added $257.4 million. Ethereum ETF recorded net inflows of $162.2 million on the

According to Herald Economy, SK Hynix American Depositary Receipts (ADR) traded at a premium of 38.9% over domestic shares as of September 21, nearly double the five-year average premium of Taiwan's TSMC ADR at 12.6%. The premium has widened from 30.67% in July to 39.57% in September, driven by