Global TradFi & Macroeconomics

U.S. EIA gasoline inventories declined 1.684 million barrels for the week ending September 25, significantly larger than the expected decline of 485,000 barrels. The previous week's decline stood at 1.686 million barrels.

According to the Energy Information Administration, U.S. refinery capacity utilization fell to 92.5% in the week ended September 25, below the expected 93.6% and down from 94% the previous week.

According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), American gasoline production in the week ending September 25 declined by 124,000 barrels per day, compared to a decrease of 54,000 barrels per day the previous week.

According to Germany's Federal Statistical Office (FSO), the country's September consumer price index (CPI) rose 3.3% year-over-year on September 30, exceeding market expectations of 3.2%. Core inflation, excluding volatile food and energy prices, increased 2.4%. Energy prices surged 14.9%, with the

According to London Metal Exchange (LME) data, three-month aluminum futures fell to $3,169.50 per ton, marking an intraday low since July 31, with a decline of 1.4%.

Continental Aeronautical Science and Technology Holdings Limited (stock code: 00232) will distribute a special dividend of HK$0.4304 per share on October 8, 2026, according to the company announcement.

According to Smart Financial APP, Big Health International (HKEX: 02211) reported a loss attributable to shareholders of HK$20.429 million for the year ended June 30, 2026, down 21.45% year-over-year. The group recorded revenue of HK$519 million, a decline of 27% compared to the prior year, with a l

According to FactSet data cited by BlockBeats, Micron Technology will report its fiscal 2026 Q4 earnings after U.S. market close on September 30. Analysts estimate the chipmaker's earnings per share for the August quarter will surge approximately 940% year-over-year. If realized, Micron could

According to New York Federal Reserve data, SOFR fell to 3.88% on September 29, down 2 basis points from 3.90% the previous day. The effective federal funds rate remained unchanged at 3.88%.

According to Jin10, on September 30, Mexico and the U.S. are finalizing details of a trade agreement aimed at reducing tariffs on key exports including steel, aluminum, and light vehicles, Mexican officials said. The two countries are negotiating to lower the U.S. tariff on Mexican light vehicles

The SEC is weighing proposals to expand retail investor access to private markets at its Sept. 30 meeting today. The measures under review include changes to performance-based investment fees, interval and closed-end fund structures, and expansion of accredited investor qualifications. Currently, in

According to its annual results for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2026, Asia Fruit Group (00073) reported revenue of 82 million yuan, up 8.8% year-over-year, while shareholders' loss widened to 26.8 million yuan, up 11.7% year-over-year. The revenue growth was driven

According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), crude oil inventory, Cushing crude oil inventory, and Strategic Petroleum Reserve inventory data as of September 25 will be released in 10

Continental Aviation Technology Holdings (00232) announced it will distribute a cash dividend of HK$0.0073 per share on October 8, 2026.

The US dollar weakened against major currencies as the pound gained strength following stronger-than-expected UK economic growth. The dollar index (DXY) fell 0.190 points to 101.213, while the pound-dollar rate rose 0.503% to 1.32954. The pound faced upward pressure after the UK Office for

According to Yonhapinfomax, on September 30 morning (U.S. Eastern Time), the U.S. dollar index (DXY), which reflects the dollar's value against six major currencies, fell 0.19% to 101.213 in the New York foreign exchange market. Sterling strengthened after the UK's Q2 GDP grew 0.5%

The S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite, and Dow Jones Industrial Average rose at the opening bell, driven by softer-than-expected August PCE inflation data. The S&P 500 gained 0.24% to 7,688.99, while the Nasdaq Composite rose 0.36% to 26,892.80 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average added 0.15%. The