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US July PCE Price Index rises 0.2% M/M and 3.7% Y/Y, both exceeding estimates; Core PCE matches expectations at 0.2% M/M and 3.3% Y/Y
The US Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index for July increased by 0.2% month-over-month, surpassing the estimated 0.1% rise. Annually, the PCE Price Index climbed 3.7%, also above the 3
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Iran: Reached an agreement with Oman on the distribution of Strait of Hormuz revenues, oil prices fell more than 9% this week.
Hossein Mohbi, spokesperson for Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, stated on the 26th that Iran and Oman have reached an agreement on issues such as the distribution of revenues from the Strait
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Kalshi traders see rising odds for Strait of Hormuz traffic returning to normal, with a 68% chance before Jan. 1, 2028, following Iran's claim of a revenue-sharing deal with Oman.
Kalshi traders see rising odds for Strait of Hormuz traffic returning to normal, with a 68% chance before Jan. 1, 2028, following Iran's claim of a revenue-sharing deal with Oman. Specifically, the od
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Indonesia's sole central bank governor candidate Destry Damayanti outlines 'pro-growth' policies, vows close government synergy while maintaining independence
Damayanti underwent a parliamentary "fit and proper" hearing for the position on August 26.
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CME Group announced plans to launch wind power futures and options contracts in the fourth quarter, aiming to help market participants hedge renewable energy risks.
CME Group, the world's leading derivatives marketplace, plans to launch wind power futures and options contracts, which will be cash-settled and are awaiting regulatory review. These new instruments w
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U.S. July PCE inflation data will be released tonight, with core and overall inflation rates expected to remain above 3%.
The U.S. will release July Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) inflation data later on Wednesday (26th). The market expects annualized core and headline inflation rates to remain above 3%, far exc
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Brent crude oil fell over 2% to approximately $86 per barrel due to expectations of increased supply from the Strait of Hormuz.
Brent crude futures fell for a third consecutive session on Wednesday (26th), dropping over 2% to approximately $86 per barrel. Market optimism stemmed from Oman and Iran resuming talks on navigation
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China's Xi Jinping to visit Kyrgyzstan and Egypt from August 30 to September 3
Chinese President Xi Jinping will attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Bishkek as part of a state visit to Kyrgyzstan, before travelling to Egypt. According to Beijing’s Minist
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Economist MacAdam from Capital Economics: European Central Bank (ECB) Governing Council member Schnabel emphasizes need for further rate hikes to tackle inflation risks
Simon MacAdam, Deputy Chief Global Economist at Capital Economics, stated on Bloomberg that European Central Bank (ECB) Governing Council member Isabel Schnabel emphasized the need for further interes
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Iranian Rial Hits New All-Time Low of 2 Million Per US Dollar, Driving Up Prices for Essentials by Over 70%
The Iranian rial has fallen to a new all-time low against the US dollar on the free market, dropping past 2 million rials to $1. This comes after Washington launched its toughest sanctions yet and ami
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Brazilian markets plunge after Lula's re-election
Brazilian President Lula's unexpected re-election on Sunday triggered a sharp market reaction. On Monday, Brazil's benchmark stock index plunged 13.9%, its largest single-day drop since the pandemic;
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USDC overtakes USDT in euro stablecoin trading with 56% market share since January 2024, as exchanges restrict USDT under MiCA, Kaiko reports.
USDC overtakes USDT in euro stablecoin trading with 56% market share since January 2024, as exchanges restrict USDT under MiCA, Kaiko reports.
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Japan's Services Producer Price Index Annual Inflation Rose to 3.7% in September
Japan's Services Producer Price Index (SPPI) annual inflation rate rose to 3.7% in September, but the slowdown in price growth for labor-intensive services and the stable inflation rate excluding inte
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The outgoing chair of the European Union’s securities watchdog stated that while it is unlikely to match the scope of its US counterpart, effective market oversight will depend on governance that allows the regulator to act swiftly.
The outgoing chair of the European Union’s securities watchdog stated that while it is unlikely to match the scope of its US counterpart, effective market oversight will depend on governance that allo
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Iran reiterates demands for Strait of Hormuz traffic resumption
Iran remains firm on its demands, including sanctions relief and an end to the US naval blockade, in exchange for resuming normal traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, despite urgent diplomatic efforts to
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Donald Trump stated that he believes he will visit an oil tanker carrying Venezuelan oil in Texas, and that he thinks Rubio will accompany him.
Donald Trump stated that he believes he will visit an oil tanker carrying Venezuelan oil in Texas, and that he thinks Rubio will accompany him.
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CME Group's Brazilian Real futures trading volume hit a record $9 billion in notional value, 11 times its average daily volume for the year.
CME Group's Brazilian Real futures trading volume hit a record $9 billion in notional value, 11 times its average daily volume for the year.
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U.S. Central Command refutes Iran's claim of U.S. forces abandoning Strait of Hormuz
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) refuted claims by the commander of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy that U.S. forces had abandoned the Strait of Hormuz. CENTCOM stated on X that the
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Ripple and BNY Mellon Expand Collaboration for XRP Ledger Institutional Custody and Tokenized Trade Finance
Ripple is expanding its collaboration with banking giant BNY Mellon to introduce institutional custody support for XRP and RLUSD, as well as tokenized trade finance initiatives, to the XRP Ledger. BNY
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stated that "the enemy's despair is the fruit of national resistance" and called for Iran's conditions for ending the war to be met
Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, stated that "the enemy's despair is the fruit of national resistance" and called for Iran's conditions for ending the war to be met. During a meeting
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EQ9 Token Analysis: Project Positioning, Market Performance, and Future Development Prospects
The EQ9 (Equals9) token aims to revolutionize the traditional foreign exchange sector by providing low-cost, high-efficiency international currency management services through its Polygon-based technology platform. The project plans to transition to a proprietary chain in the future to further enhance performance. However, EQ9's current market performance faces challenges, with extremely low 24-hour trading volume, significant discrepancies in circulating market capitalization data, and severe price volatility. Investors need to be wary of its liquidity risks and closely monitor the project's subsequent technological developments and market dynamics.
USD/KRW Summary
The pair's value is a critical barometer of South Korea's export-oriented economy, which is a global leader in semiconductors, electronics, and automotive manufacturing. Consequently, the USD/KRW exchange rate is highly sensitive to global trade flows, commodity prices (especially oil), and the performance of the technology sector. Key drivers include the monetary policies of the U.S. Federal Reserve and the Bank of Korea (BOK), particularly interest rate differentials between the two nations. Economic indicators such as GDP growth, inflation, and employment data from both countries, as well as geopolitical developments on the Korean Peninsula, can also induce significant volatility.
For investors in the cryptocurrency and broader macro space, the USD/KRW pair offers valuable insights into risk sentiment in Asian markets and the global tech industry. A strengthening won (a falling USD/KRW) often coincides with a 'risk-on' environment, which can be favorable for growth assets like tech stocks and digital currencies. Conversely, a weakening won (a rising USD/KRW) may signal 'risk-off' sentiment, potentially driving capital towards safe-haven assets. The pair's connection to the semiconductor cycle also makes it a relevant indicator for the hardware infrastructure that underpins the digital economy.
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