Global TradFi & Macroeconomics

PepsiCo reported third-quarter revenue of $25.27 billion, exceeding consensus expectations of $24.95 billion, and operating income of $4.26 billion versus forecast $4.19 billion on October 8. Core earnings per share came in at $2.34, above the consensus estimate of $2.29. The company also raised

According to China's central bank statement reported by Jin10 on October 8, global economic imbalances result from structural evolution in industrial division, inherent contradictions in the international monetary system, and savings-investment gaps across countries—not solely the responsibility

According to Zhitong Finance, on October 8, north-bound funds achieved net purchases of 64.77 billion Hong Kong dollars in Hong Kong stocks, with Shanghai-Shenzhen Connect (Shanghai leg) accounting for 38.36 billion HKD and Shenzhen leg for 26.41 billion HKD. Tencent (00700) was the largest net pur

According to the People's Bank of China, China's trade showed reduced sensitivity to exchange rate fluctuations as a structural shift accelerated, the central bank said today (October 8). High-tech product exports and imports grew at an average annual rate of 7.9% over the past five years,

According to the People's Bank of China (PBOC), China will report additional foreign exchange data to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) starting 2027, the central bank announced on October 8. The PBOC emphasized its commitment to enhancing exchange rate policy transparency, noting that

According to Hyundai Marine & Fire Insurance announcement on October 8, Chairman Jung Mong-youn will transfer 5.114 million shares (6% stake) to his eldest son VP Jung Kyung-seon on November 9. Following the transfer, Jung Kyung-seon's shareholding will increase from 0.48% to approximately 6.48%,

According to China's central bank policy statement on October 8, long-term policy commitments are more effective in stabilizing market expectations. The People's Bank of China called on countries to formulate medium and long-term policy plans, make clear commitments, and implement them steadily to a

According to the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC), the Tengiz-Novorossiysk pipeline resumed operations on October 6, 2026, following an operational pause.

According to South China Morning Post, Biren Technology announced plans to raise about HK$4 billion (US$509 million) through a share placement on Thursday. The Shanghai-based AI chipmaker will issue 130 million new shares at HK$31.08 (US$4) each, approximately 10% below the previous close. Biren sha

According to a Reuters survey, 70 out of 73 economists predict the European Central Bank will maintain its deposit rate at 2.50% on October 29.

According to Reuters survey, 64 of 73 economists expect the European Central Bank to raise its deposit rate by 25 basis points to 2.75% in December, up from a previous forecast of 2.50% in September's survey when 58 economists held that

The USD-KRW exchange rate reversed course during the London trading session, rising to 1,340.70 won at 4:35 PM, a 0.30 won increase from the previous Seoul session close of 1,340.40 won, driven by custody bank dollar purchases. The reversal occurred after export company negotiation volumes had

According to Financial Times, U.S. defense contractors warned on October 8 that a government initiative to establish strategic mineral reserves could drive up raw material prices and intensify competition for scarce resources. The Aerospace Industries Association released a member opinion report

According to an official statement released on October 8, China's central bank reiterated its policy stance on the yuan exchange rate. The People's Bank of China operates a managed floating exchange rate regime based on market supply and demand, with reference to a basket of currencies, allowing the

According to Axios, the Pentagon ordered the U.S. Central Command to prepare for large-scale military operations against Iran on October 8, though no specific attack timeline was set and President Trump has not made a final decision. In separate developments, Russia announced on October 8 it will

According to Yonhapinfomax, the USD/KRW exchange rate rebounded to 1,340.70 Korean won during the London session on October 8, driven by custody bank dollar buying interest. The pair had fallen to 1,338.50 won earlier in the afternoon before recovering 1.90 won as seller interest weakened amid

According to ING, the bank extended its OneInvestments platform to Romania in October 2026, launching the ING Invest brokerage service within the Home'Bank app. The expansion comes as ING's active investment client base surpassed 5 million as of June 2026, marking an increase of

According to S&P Global Market Intelligence, the iTraxx Europe Crossover Index hit 316 basis points today, marking a six-month high.

The USD-KRW exchange rate traded at 1,338.50 won at 3:30 PM on October 8th, down 1.90 won from the previous Seoul session close, as export company foreign exchange settlements provided support to the won. The Bank of Korea announced August's current account surplus reached $46.11 billion, the

Cathie Wood, CIO and portfolio manager at ARK Invest, predicts that five converging innovation platforms could push US productivity growth to 5–6% and fuel a deflationary technology boom, according to her October 08, 2026 investor letter. Wood argues that artificial intelligence, robotics, energy st