Global TradFi & Macroeconomics

U.S. cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds recorded $650.6 million in combined net outflows on October 7 as investors withdrew capital from Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana products amid renewed pressure across digital-asset markets. Bitcoin ETFs suffered the largest withdrawals at $484.9 million,

According to Hong Kong Stock Exchange data, on October 2, FMR LLC increased its holdings in Kingsley Biotech (01548) by 3.516 million shares at HK$43.2187 per share, for a total of approximately HK$152 million. Following the increase, FMR LLC's total holdings reached approximately 137 million shares

According to Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEx) data, on October 5, 2026, Ground Group HK (through subsidiary Jilin Xunshun Business Consulting Co., Ltd.) increased its holdings in China Changbaishan International (00989) by 6,558 shares at HK$0.15 per share, totaling approximately HK$983.7.

According to ECB Governing Council member Yannis Stournaras, inflation expectations are stable and anchored around 2 percent, supporting the central bank's price stability mandate.

According to an announcement from Jiangbo Dragon (09976), the company's H shares listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange were added to the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect and Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect (collectively "Stock Connect") on October 8, 2026. The inclusion enables eligible mainland C

Philippines will establish a national strategic petroleum reserve by the end of 2027, according to the country's energy minister. The move aims to enhance the nation's energy security and ensure stable oil supply amid global market

According to Hong Kong Stock Exchange data, on October 5, JPMorgan reduced its holdings in Futian Glass (06865) by 2.167 million shares at approximately HK$5.36 per share for a total of about HK$11.612 million. The bank's stake in the company decreased to approximately 74.927 million shares,

According to Hong Kong Exchange and Clearing data, executive director Lu Yuun increased shareholding in Zhixing Technology (01274) from October 2 to 7, purchasing 20,000 shares at an average price of HK$1.9382 per share, totaling approximately HK$38,800. Following the purchases, Lu's total sharehold

According to Hong Kong Exchange data, Morgan Stanley reduced its holding in Ankerjapan Limited (00668) by 43,696 shares on October 5 at HK$113.653 per share, totaling approximately HK$4.966 million. After the reduction, Morgan Stanley held approximately 3.4765 million shares, representing a 6.94%

According to Hong Kong Stock Exchange data, on October 7, Crystal Therapeutics (02228) Chairman Wen Shuhao increased holdings by 1.3 million shares at HK$7.31 per share, totaling HK$9.502 million. Following the purchase, Wen's total shareholding reached approximately 681 million shares,

According to Hong Kong Exchange data, on October 5, Guo Guangchang reduced his holding in Chongqing Rural Commercial Bank (03618) by 1.102 million shares at HK$6.2128 per share, totaling approximately HK$6.8465 million. Following the transaction, his stake decreased to approximately 201 million shar

According to Hong Kong Stock Exchange data, on October 6, CHOW TAI FOOK ENTERPRISES LIMITED increased its holdings in Chow Tai Fook Creation (00659) by 34.18 million shares at HK$8.1275 per share, with a total transaction value of approximately HK$278 million. Following the acquisition, the

According to Hong Kong Stock Exchange data, on October 2, FMR LLC increased its holding in Cancare Pharmacy Holdings (01681) by 26,000 shares at HK$14.6606 per share, for a total value of approximately HK$381,200. After the increase, FMR LLC's total shareholding stands at approximately 75.76

According to Zhitong Finance, Transsion Holdings (02636) is currently in its IPO roadshow. As of October 8, brokers including Tiger Brokers and Phillip Capital have arranged 794 million Hong Kong dollars in margin financing for the IPO, representing oversubscription of approximately 1.36

Senator Mark Villar switched to the Senate majority on October 8, 2026, gaining the public works committee chairmanship and a Commission on Appointments seat. The switch occurred during an extended lunch break in Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial, while his sister Senator Camille Villa

According to MSX.COM data, U.S. AI-related stocks declined in pre-market trading on October 8. MU fell 1.75%, AMD declined 1.82%, MRVL dropped 2.63%, DELL fell 1.80%, and AVGO declined 1.79%.

According to Gate data, Germany's DAX 40 index declined to 24,798.56 points overnight, down 1.3% over the past 24 hours.

Italy's 10-year government bond yields rose 10 basis points intraday today (October 8), reaching 4.747%, the highest level since November 2023.

According to an announcement from Dongyang Pharma (06887), the company's self-developed degludec-aspart insulin injection received approval from China's National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) on October 8, 2026.

Financial Services Commission (FSC) Chairman Lee Eok-won stated on the 8th that introducing fully active exchange-traded funds (ETFs) without benchmark correlation requirements would require amending the Capital Markets Act, despite acknowledging the need for product diversification. During a