Global TradFi & Macroeconomics

Ubtech Robotics announced today the results of its initial public offering lottery on the STAR Board (Science and Technology Innovation Board). A total of 19,414 winning lottery numbers were drawn, with each winner entitled to subscribe to 500

According to the Wall Street Journal, the Trump administration would consider withdrawing from potential Iran conflict if Tehran fully reopens the Strait of Hormuz without requiring a nuclear agreement, based on private discussions with senior staff revealed yesterday. Iran has raised its

According to a Twitter post, Bessent's crude oil trading team began their shift at 1:30 AM EST, indicating the team does not take summer holidays and continues operations during the summer period.

Brazil's central bank lowered its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 14.00% in its fourth consecutive rate cut, according to the monetary policy decision.

On 08/10 at 13:31 KST, the KOSDAQ index surged 6.24% to 848.62, triggering the year's 31st buy-side sidecar circuit breaker. The KOSPI rose 0.65% to 6,299.64. The rally stemmed from Fed rate cut expectations after US July jobs data weakened, driving buying in semiconductors and biotech.

According to market data, US stock indices declined on August 11, with the Nasdaq Composite down 0.32%, the S&P 500 down 0.06%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average down 0.11%. The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index fell 2.94%, pressured by concerns over semiconductor sector circular rotation

According to Egyptian authorities, the Mellieha natural gas facility located in the Western Desert will commence operations next month with a production capacity of 100 million cubic feet per day.

According to trader @imnotharsh, Intel's $15B equity raise was oversubscribed multiple times. This marks the company's first public stock sale of this type.

Goldman Sachs reported this week that US options trading volume stands approximately 10% above the 50-day moving average, with calls representing over 58% of all listed contracts. The firm's proprietary panic index, which measures downside protection demand, has fallen to its lowest level since

SK Hynix is expected to announce a 100 trillion won shareholder return plan by the end of August, according to financial reporters on the 26th. The announcement was originally scheduled for the end of September but has been moved up by one month. The company set its quarterly dividend at 375 won — 1

At a KeyBanc investor conference, Micron Technology CEO Sumit Sadana said the company now has customer visibility extending beyond 2030, coupled with deep engineering engagements on product roadmaps. Sadana noted Micron's long-term visibility into customer demand exceeds that of most semiconductor i

Oil prices surged over 5% overnight as the US strategic petroleum reserve fell below 300 million barrels, its lowest level since 1983. Iran demanded six conditions for reopening the Hormuz Strait—including lifting maritime blockades, removing sanctions, and providing damage compensation—bringing

Watt (stock code 396470) reported second-quarter earnings on August 7, 2026, with revenue reaching 7.7 billion KRW, a 241% increase year-over-year, and operating profit of 2.1 billion KRW, turning from a 30 million KRW loss in

According to Jin10 on August 11, Deutsche Bank economists predict U.S. July gasoline prices will fall approximately 2%, with both headline and core CPI year-over-year growth declining by about 0.1%. Headline CPI is forecast to drop from 3.53% to 3.45%, while core CPI is expected to fall from 2.59% t

Elon Musk is reportedly examining Free Electron Laser (FEL) technology as an alternative to ASML's EUV lithography light source. The approach offers theoretical advantages over current Laser-Produced Plasma (LPP) systems, including higher power output, superior coherence, wavelength adjustability, a

According to Smartkarma Financial, Chengda Group (01568) released interim results for the six months ended June 30, 2026, on August 11. The group reported revenue of HKD 2.766 billion, up 21.2% year-over-year, with profit attributable to shareholders of HKD 151 million, up 11.7% year-over-year.

According to reports, South Korean equipment maker Watt (396470) posted Q2 2026 earnings on August 7, with revenue reaching 7.7 billion won, a 241% year-over-year increase. Operating profit swung to 2.1 billion won from a 30 million won loss in the same quarter last year, while net profit climbed to

According to Jin10, on August 10, KOSDAQ surged 4.74% to 836.69 while KOSPI rose 1.00% to 6,321.55 at the mid-morning session. The broader market's outperformance was driven by foreign and institutional investors buying KOSDAQ growth stocks, despite foreign investors continuing to net sell KOSPI

According to analyst Ryan Detrick, the S&P 500 gained more than 5% in May 2026. Historical data shows that in years when the index achieved such gains in May, returns in the subsequent 12 months have never been

According to a Twitter user report, Iran hit another oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz right before oil futures resumed trading. The incident comes as traders express optimism about a potential full reopening of the strategic