📢 Gate Square Daily | July 13

1️⃣ Geopolitics: Middle East Tensions Keep Markets on Edge
Global markets started the week cautiously after the United States launched a new military operation targeting Iran. The escalation pushed crude oil prices and U.S. Treasury yields higher as investors priced in greater geopolitical risk. Another major concern is the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most important oil shipping routes. Any disruption there could tighten global energy supplies and increase inflationary pressure. As a result, traders are closely watching developments, with safe-haven assets attracting renewed attention while risk assets remain volatile.
2️⃣ This Week's Focus: CPI, PPI, Fed Speakers & the Clarity Act
This could be one of the most important macro weeks of the month. Investors are waiting for the latest U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Producer Price Index (PPI) reports to gauge whether inflation is continuing to cool. At the same time, several Federal Reserve officials are scheduled to speak, providing fresh clues about the outlook for interest rates. Crypto traders are also keeping an eye on Washington, where updates on the Clarity Act could shape the future regulatory framework for digital assets in the United States.
3️⃣ Regulation: Crypto Market Structure Bill Returns to the Spotlight
U.S. lawmakers are expected to release a revised draft of the crypto market structure bill this week. The proposal aims to provide clearer rules for exchanges, digital asset issuers, and regulatory oversight. If meaningful progress is made, it could improve institutional confidence and provide greater regulatory certainty for the crypto industry. However, the market will be watching closely for any major changes before drawing conclusions.
4️⃣ Market Update: Bitcoin and Ethereum Pause After Recent Recovery
The crypto market is trading slightly lower as investors await this week's key economic events. Bitcoin (BTC) is changing hands around $63,748, down roughly 0.5% over the past 24 hours, while Ethereum (ETH) is trading near $1,805, also lower by about 0.5%. Despite the modest pullback, both assets continue to hold above recent support levels, suggesting traders are waiting for fresh macro catalysts before making larger moves.
5️⃣ TradFi: South Korean Stocks Slide as SK Hynix Misses Expectations
South Korea's equity market came under heavy pressure after expectations for SK Hynix's quarterly operating profit were revised lower. The company is now projected to report KRW 60.4 trillion, around 8% below market expectations, raising concerns about near-term earnings momentum. The disappointment weighed heavily on the broader semiconductor sector, sending SK Hynix shares down 9.6% and dragging the KOSPI index lower by more than 5%. Investors are now reassessing whether the AI-driven semiconductor rally can maintain its pace in the coming quarters.
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