Global TradFi & Macroeconomics

According to an NH Investment & Securities report released on August 26, considering Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix's combined shareholder return plan of around 150 trillion Korean won, the first support level for the dollar-won exchange rate is estimated at 1,340-1,350 won, with potential

According to Yonhapinfomax, on August 25, the three major U.S. stock indices rose for a third consecutive day. The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed up 160.24 points (0.30%) at 53,577.40, the S&P 500 rose 24.42 points (0.32%) to 7,677.28, and the Nasdaq Composite gained 171.11 points (0.66%) to 26

Market participants remained deeply divided on August 26, one day before the Bank of Korea's August monetary policy meeting, with forecasts split evenly between a rate hold and a rate hike. A survey of 21 domestic and foreign financial institutions showed 11 respondents (52%) expecting the base rate

The US Dollar depreciated against major currencies on August 25 as international oil prices plunged over 3% amid signs of easing tensions between the United States and Iran. The dollar index (DXY) fell 0.134%

According to the Conference Board, U.S. consumer confidence declined to 89.4 in August, down 0.8 points from July and missing market expectations of 90.2. The index has fallen for two consecutive months. The Present Situation Index rose 6.8 points to 121.2 after three months of decline, while the

US Treasury bond prices rose on the 25th as oil prices plunged on prospects of de-escalating US-Iran tensions. The 10-year Treasury yield fell 3.70 basis points to 4.6660% as of 7:46 AM Eastern Time, according to Yonhap Infomax overseas interest rate data. The decline followed reports that the

According to a joint statement by Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Omani Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Al-Busaidi on August 25, the two countries have agreed on a framework for establishing a temporary joint shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz and implementing joint

The Bank of Thailand forecasted today that economic growth will expand significantly in 2026 and 2027, in line with its previous assessments. Overall inflation for both years is expected to come in lower than previously estimated, while medium-term inflation expectations remain within the central

According to Yonhap Infomax, the South Korean won has reversed a steep decline to surge 11.85% against the U.S. dollar over the past two months since July. The currency fell 7.1% from January through June, marking the steepest decline among major currencies; it has since become the top performer, si

According to Yonhapinfomax, on August 25 afternoon (U.S. Eastern Time), the U.S. dollar weakened as tensions between the United States and Iran showed signs of easing. The dollar index (DXY) fell 0.133 points to 98.883, down 0.134% from the previous close of 99.016. The USD/JPY pair declined 0.021

According to Yonhap News Agency, U.S. federal government debt has exceeded $40 trillion for the first time, with the additional $1 trillion added in just three months following Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's announcement of an expanded bond buyback program. The debt-to-GDP ratio now

According to Yonhap Infomax, on August 25 (US Eastern Time), U.S. Treasury prices rose amid declining yields, driven by easing tensions between the United States and Iran and a sharp drop in crude oil prices. The 10-year Treasury yield fell 3.70 basis points to 4.6660%, while the 2-year yield declin

According to Shanghai Futures Exchange data released on August 26, crude oil bitumen warehouse inventory fell by 3,470 tonnes compared to the previous trading day, declining to 10,760 tonnes. Other energy and chemical futures inventories, including pulp, coated paper, fuel oil, and medium sulfur cru

According to Cailian Press, on August 26, China's A-share markets closed higher, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising 0.59%, the Shenzhen Component Index up 0.69%, and the ChiNext Index gaining 0.51%. Combined turnover across Shanghai and Shenzhen exchanges reached 1.81 trillion yuan,

According to Jin10, Shanghai gold afternoon fix quoted 1,000.12 yuan per gram on August 26, trading 1.66 yuan lower than international gold spot prices at approximately 1,001.78 yuan per gram.

Katie Stockton, founder of Wall Street independent research firm Fairlead Strategies, stated on CNBC's 'The Exchange' on May 25 (local time) that Bitcoin currently has greater upside potential than gold. Stockton's assessment follows Bitcoin's recent breakout above its 200-day moving average, a

At the noon close on August 26, China's domestic futures markets declined broadly. Xylene, methanol, propylene, and ethylene glycol (EG) hit limit down, while low sulfur fuel oil (LU) fell nearly 9%, fuel oil dropped nearly 8%, and WTI crude fell approximately 6%. Synthetic rubber, benzene, and

Korean active ETFs underperformed their benchmark indices in a recent 1-month period ending May 24, according to Korea Exchange data analyzed by Yonhap News. Out of 315 listed active ETFs, 71.4% (225 products) recorded returns below their comparison indices, with equity-focused active ETFs showing e

According to E Daily on August 26, Korean-listed company Kumyang (001570) failed to submit its interim report by the legal deadline of August 14, intensifying delisting risks as the company faces a liquidity crisis. The Seoul Southern District Court is expected to issue a final decision by late

According to Yonhapnews, on August 26, the Korean won-to-U.S. dollar exchange rate closed at 1384.8 won, down 1.3 won from the previous trading day. The rate has held within the 1300 won range for six consecutive trading days since July 19. Market dynamics include sustained foreign investor