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Donald Trump posted that the United States is striking Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz in retaliation for Iran's mine-laying and attack on a US base in Jordan.
Donald Trump posted on Truth Social that the United States is conducting a large-scale and powerful strike against Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz. He stated that the strike was in retaliati
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Iran's central bank governor announced on Tuesday that it would inject $2 billion into the foreign exchange market to stabilize the rial, which has fallen to a new historic low amid 66% inflation.
Iran's Central Bank Governor Abdolnaser Hemmati stated on Tuesday that Tehran possesses ample foreign exchange reserves, and the central bank is prepared to inject up to $2 billion into the forex mark
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Nikkei Asia Comment: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Learned the Wrong Lessons from Japan
William Pesek, a commentator for Nikkei Asia, wrote that US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has drawn the wrong lessons from Japan, believing that cheap money and a weak dollar could lead the US to l
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U.S. online lenders exploit "tribal sovereignty" to bypass state laws, charging borrowers up to 400% interest.
These lenders claim that their affiliation with sovereign tribes exempts them from state interest rate caps, leading borrowers into high-cost loans with little regulatory recourse. A March 2026 report
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EU member states are considering accelerating the disbursement of a €90 billion loan to Ukraine to address Kyiv's funding shortfall.
The EU presidency announced that member states are considering accelerating payments from the €90 billion (approximately $104 billion) loan to Ukraine, given the country's funding shortfall.
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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi hopes to meet with Donald Trump before the US-China summit, as Tokyo is concerned about Beijing's tariff agreement and the North Korean issue.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi hopes to meet with US President Donald Trump at international events in the coming months to communicate ahead of the upcoming US-China summit. Tokyo is concerne
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JPMorgan Chase Analysis: USD/JPY Likely to Fluctuate Between 155-165, Four Signals Could Trigger a Yen Surge
JPMorgan Chase's global market strategy team published an analysis on September 1, stating that the dollar's decline against the Japanese Yen has moderated after reaching its medium-to-long-term targe
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Trump Administration Increases Contact with Russia, Marked by CIA Chief's Moscow Visit and Russian Finance Minister's G20 Attendance in US
US President Donald Trump's administration is reportedly increasing contact with Moscow, as evidenced by CIA Director John Ratcliffe's visit to Moscow last week for talks with Russian intelligence off
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Bessent: The rest of the world needs to take steps to protect trade and factory jobs from China's exports
Bessent: The rest of the world needs to take steps to protect trade and factory jobs from China's exports
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Carney Says Canada Never Thought It Had Full Trade Deal With U.S. During Talks It Walked Away From
Carney Says Canada Never Thought It Had Full Trade Deal With U.S. During Talks It Walked Away From
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent: Had Private Discussions with China on Iran
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent: Had Private Discussions with China on Iran
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent says bank sanctions on Iran likely to be announced this week and next week
US Treasury Secretary Bessent says bank sanctions on Iran likely to be announced this week and next week
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Al Jazeera Analysis: China Will Not Comply with US Sanctions on Iran, Citing Capability and Self-Interest
Al Jazeera published an analysis stating that China will not comply with US sanctions against Iran, citing China's ability to circumvent sanctions and the alignment of non-compliance with its national
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Uruguay's de-dollarization process is boosted by new money market funds, as investors turn to peso-denominated funds and government bonds.
Uruguayan investors are allocating more wealth to peso-denominated money market funds and government bonds, adding momentum to the country's de-dollarization process aimed at reducing its reliance on
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Goldman Sachs: South African Assets Have Upside Potential as Market Underprices Probability of Credit Rating Upgrade
Goldman Sachs: South African Assets Have Upside Potential as Market Underprices Probability of Credit Rating Upgrade
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that Japan is expected to take action to support the yen, which the market interpreted as a potential signal for an interest rate hike.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, in an interview with CNBC, stated that he expects Japan to take action to support the yen, which the market interpreted as a signal that the Bank of Japan (BOJ) mi
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Japan's 10-year government bond yield hit 3% on Tuesday, for the first time since 1996.
Japan's 10-year government bond yield rose to 3% on Tuesday, reaching this level for the first time since 1996, influenced by a stronger dollar following hawkish remarks from Federal Reserve Chairman
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India Rupee at Two-Month High as Central Bank Supports Currency
India Rupee at Two-Month High as Central Bank Supports Currency
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The government led by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi supports recent interest rate hikes, which could come as early as September or October.
According to Bloomberg, sources indicate that the government led by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi supports a recent interest rate hike, with the next increase most likely to occur in Septembe
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Global Funds Shun Yuan Options Trades as Volatility Hits Decade Low
China's relentless drive to keep the yuan stable is crippling activity in the offshore currency derivatives market, depriving foreign investors of trading opportunities and leaving them exposed should
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Goldman Sachs Vice Chairman Kaplan leans toward raising interest rates in September
Robert Kaplan, Vice Chairman at Goldman Sachs, stated he would lean toward raising interest rates in September, assuming there are no surprises, though he would strive to keep an open mind. He made th
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UK Shop Price Inflation Hits Two-Year High After Energy Spike
Prices in British shops rose at the fastest rate in more than two years last month, as the fallout from the Middle East conflict started to filter through to supermarket shelves.
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent Tells Japan Finance Minister Katayama and BOJ Governor Ueda That Rate Hikes Are Needed, NHK Reports
US Treasury Secretary Bessent Tells Japan Finance Minister Katayama and BOJ Governor Ueda That Rate Hikes Are Needed, NHK Reports
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent Faces G20 Credibility Test Amid Interventions, Vows to Refocus on Growth
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's interventionist summer has led to pushback and questions about his credibility in financial markets. Ahead of the G20 finance ministers' meeting in Asheville, Nor
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Option Traders Bet Korean Won’s Asia-Leading Rally Has Further to Run
The premium for one-month options betting on a stronger won (relative to the dollar) narrowed for a third day on Wednesday, indicating growing expectations for further won strength.
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BNP Paribas Asset Management is shorting offshore RMB interest rate swaps to hedge its long positions in emerging market bonds.
James McAlevey, head of global aggregate and absolute return at BNP Paribas Asset Management, said the firm has been shorting offshore RMB interest rate swaps to hedge its bullish bets on emerging mar
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Palestinian Americans meet US lawmakers to demand policy shift as Trump administration reportedly seeks $2.8bn military aid for Israel
More than 300 Palestinian American constituents from across the country met with over 100 US lawmakers' offices on Tuesday, advocating for a shift in US policy towards Israel and Palestine. The advoca
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Options traders are increasing their hedges against a shallower Federal Reserve hiking cycle than the market anticipates.
Bloomberg Markets reports that options traders are hedging against the possibility that the Federal Reserve's rate hikes might be smaller than currently priced in by the market.
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Donald Trump stated at the UN General Assembly that the United States would use its power to confront enemies, prohibit communism, and reject global control.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump, speaking at the 81st United Nations General Assembly, emphasized that under American leadership, the United States is stronger than ever before. He stated that the
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EU to lift sanctions on Russian oligarchs Mikhail Fridman and Alisher Usmanov
The move comes as part of a deal to extend the bloc’s curbs for three years, with the two individuals being removed from the sanctions list.
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Iranian President Pezeshkian arrives in New York for UNGA, to address US 'war on Iran' and seek resolution
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and his delegation arrived in New York for the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), where he is scheduled to address the 193-member assembly on Wednesday. Pezesh
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The Wall Street Journal: Xi-Biden Meeting Not Expected to Yield Major Agreements, Will Focus on Trade Truce, AI, and Rare Earths
The Wall Street Journal reported that Chinese President Xi Jinping is unlikely to lead a delegation of Chinese corporate CEOs to Washington this week, lowering expectations for a major business deal b
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Payward's Reap plans to launch a non-USD stablecoin for 24/7 cross-border FX settlement.
Reap, a fintech platform and a principal issuing member of Visa, is preparing to integrate Mexican peso stablecoins into its card, cross-border payment, and treasury management products. The company i
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Donald Trump will meet with leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) on Tuesday during the UN General Assembly to discuss the Iran conflict and shipping issues in the Strait of Hormuz.
The meeting comes as the US-Israel conflict with Iran continues for nearly seven months, with the Strait of Hormuz remaining closed and triggering a global energy crisis. Donald Trump stated that he i
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Argentine President Milei's US Trade Deal Threatened by Demands for Better Terms
Argentine President Milei's US Trade Deal Threatened by Demands for Better Terms
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent warns companies against servicing Iranian airlines, effective Wednesday, as China calls measures "illegal"
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that all Iranian airlines could be shut out of international operations from Wednesday, September 23, warning companies globally against providing service
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Rubio says he is open to meeting with Iran at the UN, according to NBC News
Rubio says he is open to meeting with Iran at the UN, according to NBC News
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Iran hints at potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz within 7 days if the US eases military pressure; WTI crude falls to $89.
According to multiple reports citing a senior Iranian official, Iran could reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days if the United States eases military pressure and lifts the port blockade. Follo
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Hong Kong regulators to provide details on new offshore yuan strategy on Wednesday
Hong Kong's banking and securities regulators are set to provide further details on Wednesday regarding a new phase of offshore yuan development, following recent meetings in Beijing and the city's un
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Goldman Sachs analysts say Turkish investors are primarily moving funds withdrawn during the redemption crisis into Lira deposits.
Goldman Sachs Group analysts stated that Turkish investors, who withdrew funds from money market funds during the redemption crisis, likely transferred most of their savings into lira deposits.
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Two oil tankers were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, after Iran claimed to have received intelligence that the US was planning new attacks.
The UK Maritime Trade Operations agency reported on Monday that two oil tankers were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz. This came a day after Iran stated it had received intelligence that the United St
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USD/KRW fell 1.49% intraday, now trading at 1,355.0136.
USD/KRW fell 1.49% intraday, now trading at 1,355.0136.
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European Central Bank (ECB) Chief Economist Philip R. Lane expects energy shocks to persist longer, with inflation potentially higher and more prolonged, targeting mid-2027.
Philip R. Lane, Chief Economist of the European Central Bank (ECB), stated in an interview with Le Temps that after a second wave of energy price increases, the energy shock is expected to last longer
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FT: Yen carry trade faces risks as Japan's central bank tightens monetary policy
The Financial Times reports that investors who leveraged the yen for higher yields may be forced into a sell-off of those positions as Japan's central bank tightens monetary policy.
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RBNZ Warns Near-Term Inflation May Beat Estimates, Adding to Signs of Another Rate Hike as Soon as October
RBNZ Warns Near-Term Inflation May Beat Estimates, Adding to Signs of Another Rate Hike as Soon as October
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USD/KRW fell 1.09% intraday, now at 1,360.5442.
USD/KRW fell 1.09% intraday, now at 1,360.5442.
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The Trump-Xi summit is being held this week and is expected to extend the trade truce and discuss Iran.
China's Foreign Ministry confirmed on Monday that Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit the United States from Wednesday to Friday for a summit with US President Donald Trump. The two sides are expe
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Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem warns: New US tariffs could push Q4 economic growth below 1%, high oil prices exacerbate inflation.
Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem stated on Monday that a new round of U.S. tariffs could prompt businesses to delay investment and hiring, causing Canada's fourth-quarter economic growth to "rough
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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.
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Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine, killing at least 3 people and cutting power to nearly 100,000 residents in the Chernihiv region.
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