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UBS CEO warns against market complacency, expects stubborn inflation to force major central banks to continue hiking rates, potentially leading to "higher for longer" interest rates.
UBS Group CEO Sergio Ermotti told CNBC on Thursday that financial markets have bred a dangerous complacency while geopolitical and economic risks continue to accumulate. He expects persistent inflatio
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that sanctions would be imposed on a major bank on Monday, and that several banks in Egypt and Turkey have already been sanctioned.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that he would impose sanctions on a major bank on Monday (September 14) to commemorate 9/11. He also revealed that the U.S. government has sanctioned an
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Edmond de Rothschild says buy JPY dips as carry trades unwind.
Edmond de Rothschild Asset Management believes that the recent appreciation of the Japanese Yen marks the beginning of a broader correction for the currency, which has been undervalued for an extended
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Federal Reserve insider Nick Timiraos reported that BNP Paribas (BNPP) changed its forecast on Sunday, now expecting the Federal Reserve to hike interest rates twice this year, starting this month.
Federal Reserve insider Nick Timiraos reported that BNP Paribas (BNPP) changed its forecast on Sunday, now expecting the Federal Reserve to hike interest rates twice this year, starting this month.
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USD/KRW rose 0.73% intraday to 1,349.2900.
USD/KRW rose 0.73% intraday to 1,349.2900.
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Legendary trader Druckenmiller revealed he has been shorting the Euro and British Pound since the beginning of the year, but is hesitant to short the US Dollar.
Legendary trader Stanley Druckenmiller stated that he has been shorting the Euro and British Pound since the beginning of the year, but emphasized that his current positions are much smaller than thei
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NZD/USD fell 0.72% intraday, now trading at 0.5796.
NZD/USD fell 0.72% intraday, now trading at 0.5796.
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Mexican Peso at 2024 Peak Is 'Major' Business Headwind, CCE Says
The Mexican peso, currently near its strongest level in over two years, poses a "major challenge" for companies in the country, according to the head of a leading business group (CCE).
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ECB's Nagel concerned about rise in Euro-sceptic parties
ECB's Nagel concerned about rise in Euro-sceptic parties
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Financial markets are pricing in close to a 50% chance of another rate hike from the European Central Bank (ECB) in October, as Thursday's statement was perceived as hawkish.
Financial markets are now almost equally divided on whether the European Central Bank (ECB) will raise interest rates again next month, following what was perceived as a hawkish statement from the cen
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Analysis suggests Federal Reserve Chairman Warsh's speech was overinterpreted by the market; Friday's inflation report becomes key for rate hikes.
Markets have overreacted to Federal Reserve Chairman Warsh's Jackson Hole speech, with investors perceiving a higher likelihood of interest rate hikes and beginning to price in increases that Warsh ne
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Fed September 25-bp Hike Odds Surge to 64% After ECB's 25-bp Rate Increase
Fed September 25-bp Hike Odds Surge to 64% After ECB's 25-bp Rate Increase
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Surge in Central Asian Investment Boosts RMB Use to Mitigate Risks and Costs for Infrastructure Enterprises
China is the largest investor in Central Asia, and expanding the use of the yuan in the region could reduce currency exchange risks and costs for infrastructure companies, especially when the U.S. dol
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USD/JPY rose 0.71% intraday to 154.6312.
USD/JPY rose 0.71% intraday to 154.6312.
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AUD/USD fell 0.72% intraday, now trading at 0.7165.
AUD/USD fell 0.72% intraday, now trading at 0.7165.
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Traders Unwind Brazil Real Hedges to Six-Year Low as Bolsonaro's Election Chances Rise
Traders are unwinding hedges against a weakening Brazilian real, with demand for such protection falling to a six-year low. This follows polls signaling an increasing chance of Flávio Bolsonaro defeat
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DOLLAR/YEN EXTENDS RISE, UP AS MUCH AS 0.5% AT 154.3
DOLLAR/YEN EXTENDS RISE, UP AS MUCH AS 0.5% AT 154.3
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The European Central Bank (ECB) has raised its economic growth forecasts for 2026 and 2027, reflecting stronger-than-expected resilience in the Eurozone economy.
The latest European Central Bank (ECB) staff projections indicate that Eurozone economic growth will be 0.9% in 2026, 1.4% in 2027, and 1.5% in 2028. Compared to June, growth expectations for both 202
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The European Central Bank (ECB) has raised its inflation forecasts for 2027 and 2028, projecting headline inflation to be 2.5% in 2027.
The latest European Central Bank (ECB) staff projections show headline inflation averaging 3.0% in 2026, 2.5% in 2027, and 2.1% in 2028. Compared to June, the 2026 projection is unchanged, but the 202
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The European Central Bank (ECB) raised its three key interest rates by 25 basis points, with the deposit facility rate increasing to 2.50%, effective September 16.
The Governing Council of the European Central Bank has decided to raise the deposit facility rate, the main refinancing operations rate, and the marginal lending facility rate to 2.50%, 2.65%, and 2.9
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Market attention is focused on rumors surrounding the future of European Central Bank President Lagarde and core hawk Executive Board member Schnabel, which could impact the policy path after December.
Speculation is mounting regarding the potential early departure of European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde (rumored to take over as Chair of the World Economic Forum or enter French po
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Lu Lei, Deputy Governor of the People's Bank of China: Will develop the offshore RMB market, enrich liquidity supply, and regularize the issuance of treasury bonds and central bank bills.
Lu Lei, Deputy Governor of the People's Bank of China (PBOC), stated at a press conference on September 10 that during the 15th Five-Year Plan period, the PBOC will focus on promoting high-level finan
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Lu Lei, Deputy Governor of the People's Bank of China: China has no need or intention to gain trade competitive advantage through currency devaluation.
Lu Lei, Deputy Governor of the People's Bank of China (PBOC), stated at a press conference held by the State Council Information Office on September 10 that the "15th Five-Year Plan for Building a Fin
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Iran-backed Houthis seize Yemen's Mocha, raising risks for Red Sea shipping and global trade
According to Reuters sources, the Iran-backed Houthis have seized the strategic Yemeni city of Mocha. This advance brings the group closer to the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, increasing risks for Red Sea shi
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Emerging market investors are favoring local currency sovereign bonds, as surging U.S. Treasury yields diminish the appeal of dollar-denominated debt.
Emerging market investors are favoring local currency sovereign bonds, as surging U.S. Treasury yields diminish the appeal of dollar-denominated debt.
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China names Li Chenggang its top international trade negotiator ahead of US talks
China elevated Li Chenggang's title on Sunday, hours before delegations from the two countries were set to hold negotiations in New York. This move comes as US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is sche
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Houthis attack Saudi capital and Aramco facilities, US warns of "rapid escalation" of conflict, Saudi Arabia urgently seeks aid from multiple countries.
On September 19, Yemen's Houthi rebels launched a new round of missile and drone attacks targeting "sensitive sites" in the Saudi capital Riyadh and Saudi Aramco facilities in Yanbu. U.S. embassies in
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Yen vulnerable to sharp moves and further declines as Japan holiday reduces liquidity, investors disappointed by BOJ guidance
The yen is vulnerable to sharp moves and further declines over the next week, with a three-day holiday in Japan set to reduce trading liquidity and investors disappointed that the central bank didn’t
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Hong Kong to expand renminbi-denominated bond, gold and commodity markets, says Financial Secretary Paul Chan
Financial Secretary Paul Chan stated on Sunday that Hong Kong would expand its renminbi-denominated bond market and develop renminbi-denominated gold and commodity markets. This initiative aims to str
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Financial Times: Saudi Arabia Exits China-Led Cross-Border Currency Platform
Saudi Arabia has withdrawn from a China-led cross-border currency platform. According to the Financial Times, the Saudi central bank exited the project last year, which was one of China's efforts to d
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Global oil shipping costs have surged to historic highs, with supertankers earning over $1.2 million per day. A South Korean shipping magnate is making a massive bet, investing $7 billion, and is set to profit handsomely.
The global supertanker market is experiencing unprecedented supply-demand tightness, with soaring freight rates rendering some long-haul crude oil trades economically unviable and profoundly altering
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent seeks to influence Japan's fiscal and monetary policy, Nikkei Asia reports, stating that Japan's response must be mutually beneficial.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met with Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama for the first time after their coordinated intervention. Nikkei Asia noted that the U.S. Treasury's move aims
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Turkish Foreign Minister: Turkey supports Saudi Arabia's security and is prepared to provide military assistance amid escalating Houthi attacks.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Friday that Saudi Arabia may have unmet military needs amid Houthi attacks in Yemen, and Turkey would consider how to support Saudi Arabia as part of a tri
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Iran's security chief says conditions for ending war with US, including lifting naval blockade and unfreezing funds, sent to Washington via Qatar; awaits Trump's response
Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, told Al Jazeera in an exclusive interview on Saturday that Tehran has conveyed a formal set of conditions to Washington through Qa
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will meet with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng in New York on Sunday to discuss AI safety, trade, and economic issues, paving the way for a summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will meet with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng in New York on Sunday to discuss artificial intelligence safety, trade, and broader economic issues. The meeting, he
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Nick Timiraos reposted VKMacro's tweet: Japanese officials say failure to raise interest rates as demanded by the U.S. could escalate into a diplomatic issue.
Nick Timiraos reposted VKMacro's tweet: Japanese officials say failure to raise interest rates as demanded by the U.S. could escalate into a diplomatic issue.
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Pakistan urges Iran to protect energy supplies and shipping, as high-ranking officials from both countries are set to meet.
Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, spoke with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Saturday, emphasizing the importance of uninterrupted energy supplies and the sa
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Trump Administration Lifts Sanctions on Eritrea to Advance U.S. Regional Interests in Red Sea
The U.S. State Department announced that President Donald Trump chose not to renew sanctions against Eritrea from 2021, a move aimed at "advancing U.S. regional interests." Eritrea, located in the Hor
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Russia attacked two merchant ships in the Black Sea, and Poland raised its air defense alert level.
Ukraine's Air Force stated that Russia used dozens of drones and two anti-ship missiles to attack Ukraine overnight. Russia's Ministry of Defense, meanwhile, claimed that its forces used "Geran-4 Seek
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Hedge funds are bullish on the JPY for the first time since July 2025, holding approximately $1.6 billion in positions, according to CFTC data.
Leveraged traders have unwound their previous short positions in the Japanese Yen and started building bullish positions, now holding approximately JPY 251 billion (about $1.6 billion) in long Yen pos
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The French government stated that its 2027 budget draft will comply with EU spending recommendations, even though its debt burden is projected to rise above 120% of economic output.
The French government stated that its 2027 budget draft will comply with EU spending recommendations, even though its debt burden is projected to rise above 120% of economic output.
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World faces supertanker shortage, threatening long-haul oil flows as costs soar
The rising cost of global oil transportation is rendering some long-distance crude trades uneconomical, potentially disrupting flows at a time when fuel markets are exceptionally tight.
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Brazil's central bank announced a ban on the use of stablecoins for certain cross-border payment settlements, effective October 1, to address regulatory ambiguities.
Brazil's central bank stated that the move aims to address ambiguities in the 2022 virtual assets law, which grants the central bank the authority to determine which crypto operations constitute forei
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The dollar had its strongest week since June after the Federal Reserve's rate hike, with the Bloomberg Dollar Spot Index rising 1.1% this week.
The Federal Reserve announced its first interest rate hike in over three years this week, explicitly signaling more to come, which has become a core driver of dollar strength. JPMorgan Chase, Standard
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Citibank Analysis: The Bank of Japan's dovish dissent and the Federal Reserve's rate hikes will accelerate its rate-hiking process, bringing forward the terminal rate achievement to July 2027.
Citibank Japan economist Sosuke Nakamura released a report stating that the Bank of Japan (BOJ) raised its policy rate from 1.00% to 1.25% at its September meeting as expected, but two dovish dissenti
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Trump Administration Refuses to Disclose Details of Venezuelan Oil Revenue, State Department Faces Public Pressure
The Trump administration is facing pressure from the U.S. State Department to disclose the total amount of funds it seized from Venezuelan oil and the amount that has been returned to Caracas, after r
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Analysis suggests Federal Reserve Chairman Warsh is steering decision-making logic towards monetarism, abandoning the neutral interest rate anchor.
Analysts point out that Warsh's characterization of the neutral rate as a purely academic discussion is akin to dismantling the Federal Reserve's policy positioning system, which has been in operation
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U.S. President signs H.R. 5334 bill, expanding sanctions on Russia and extending sanctions on Iran.
On Friday, September 18, the President of the United States signed H.R. 5334, the "Lindsey O. Graham Sanction Russia and Iran Act of 2026." This bill authorizes and expands statutory sanctions, tariff
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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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