Global TradFi & Macroeconomics

Gate News message, according to the August 12 update, Bitcoin ETFs recorded a daily net outflow of 265 BTC (approximately $16.97 million), while maintaining a weekly net inflow of 4,711 BTC (approximately $301.16 million). Ethereum ETFs showed a daily net inflow of 3,823 ETH (approximately $7.28 mil

LG Electronics stocks rose 12.27% to close at 204,000 won on the 12th, triggering discussions among investors about the 'LG Electronics peak jinx' — a market superstition suggesting the stock's surge signals a market top. The rally was driven by anticipation of an upcoming meeting between LG Group

According to an announcement, Rare Resources (09936), a Hong Kong-listed company, expects net profit attributable to shareholders for the first half of FY2026 ended June 30, 2026 to reach approximately RMB 164-200 million, compared to RMB 91.8 million for the same period ended June 30, 2025,

US stock markets opened higher on August 12 (local time) at 9:43 AM, with the three major indices advancing as investors digested July consumer price index (CPI) data that aligned with market expectations. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 88.27 points (0.16%) to 53,880.12, the S&P 500

U.S. Treasury yields fell on Wednesday (August 11) after consumer price index data came in line with expectations, with the two-year yield dropping 3 basis points to 4.18% and the 10-year yield sliding 3 basis points to 4.65%. Market pricing indicates a 50% probability of a Federal Reserve rate

Galaxy Entertainment reported second-quarter adjusted EBITDA of HK$3.38 billion, down 5% year-on-year, alongside an interim dividend of HK$0.9 per share — a 28.6% increase from the prior year. Citi described the dividend as a positive surprise, with the payout ratio rising to approximately 75% from

According to financial investment industry sources, LG Electronics surged over 12% on August 12, reviving the long-standing market superstition known as the 'LG Electronics peak jinx' among some investors. The sharp rally in the large-cap stock after gains in leading stocks prompted speculation

According to Citi, Galaxy Entertainment announced an interim dividend of HK$0.9 per share in H1 2026, up 28.6% year-on-year, with a payout ratio of about 75%. The bank projects full-year dividend at HK$1.8, equivalent to approximately 5% dividend yield, and maintained its Buy rating on the stock wit

The US dollar index rose on the 12th as geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran showed no signs of resolution. According to Yonhap Infomax, the dollar index (DXY) stood at 99.848 as of 7:20 AM Eastern Time, up 0.035 points or 0.035% from the previous close of 99.813. The dollar

On August 12, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the July inflation data that markets had been eagerly awaiting. Headline CPI rose 3.4% year over year, while core CPI fell to 2.5% year over year, with both figures matching expectations. After the data was released, crypto assets, gold, and U.S. stock futures all showed choppy short-term moves, initially falling before rebounding. However, the latest pricing in the interest rate market delivered the signal that truly deserves attention.

According to Yonhapinfomax, the U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) rose 0.035% to 99.848 on August 12 (7:20 a.m. ET), as mixed signals over a potential U.S.-Iran ceasefire extension created volatility in energy markets. The ceasefire deadline is set for August 17. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil for S

According to Bybit, on August 12, U.S. optical communication stocks surged, with Lumentum up 5% and Coherent up 6%.

According to CATL's announcement on August 12, the company invested CNY 24.75 billion as a limited partner in Hainan Green Industry Investment Fund, holding 49.5% stake. The fund, established with Xiamen Puquan Private Fund and Hainan Free Trade Port Investment Fund, focuses on expanding CATL's

According to Martin Shkreli on August 12, former hedge fund manager called CoreWeave (CRWV) a "short," citing excessive debt burden and questioning the durability of GPU fleet demand amid evolving chip technologies. CoreWeave's Q2 revenue surged 112% year-over-year to $2.58 billion, but net loss

Itaú Unibanco, Brazil's largest bank, is testing tokenized bonds and investment funds on blockchain infrastructure through a pilot conducted with OpenAssets under the Brazilian financial markets association ANBIMA. The initiative examines whether distributed ledger technology can improve

SanDisk holds its 2026 Investor Day on Thursday, August 13, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern, following an unusual market reaction to its Q4 2026 earnings report. Just over a week ago, the company reported record revenue of $8.97 billion, record gross margin of 84.6%, and adjusted earnings of $39.25 per

According to OpenAssets, Itaú Unibanco, Brazil's largest bank, tested the issuance and settlement of tokenized bonds and investment funds using blockchain technology on August 11. The pilot was conducted with OpenAssets under the Brazilian financial markets association ANBIMA, examining how

According to Home Depot's announcement on Wednesday, CEO Ted Decker is taking a temporary medical leave of absence for the next few months. Ann-Marie Campbell, senior executive vice president of U.S. stores and operations,

Crypto market maker Wintermute plans to invest up to $1 billion in artificial intelligence data center infrastructure and high-frequency trading over the next five years, CEO Evgeny Gaevoy told Bloomberg. The investment aims to scale Wintermute's non-crypto market activity to over 50% of its

According to Bloomberg, Wintermute plans to invest up to $1 billion in artificial intelligence data center infrastructure and high-frequency trading over the next five years, CEO Evgeny Gaevoy said Wednesday. The crypto market maker aims to scale its non-crypto market activity to over 50% of total b