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Gold rose about 10% in August, but investors are betting more cautiously.
According to Bloomberg, gold has risen by approximately 10% in August, poised for its largest monthly gain since January this year. However, compared to the frenzy at the beginning of the year, invest
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Taiwan's Top Regulator Peng Jin-lung Aims to Reduce Insurers' US Dollar Dependence
Peng Jin-lung, who leads Taiwan’s powerful financial regulator, is targeting a decades-old investment model used by the island’s life insurance firms, which represent one of the largest pools of insur
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Japan's Yen Falls to 160.16 Against Dollar Despite $97 Billion Intervention, Analysts Warn of Bitcoin Sell-Off Risk
The Japanese yen weakened to 160.16 per dollar on Friday, giving up over half its gains since last month's intervention, despite Japan spending approximately $97 billion (¥15.4 trillion) between July
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USD/CHF rose 0.75% intraday, now trading at 0.8090.
USD/CHF rose 0.75% intraday, now trading at 0.8090.
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JPMorgan Chase CEO Dimon: If the U.S. loses military and economic power, the dollar may struggle to maintain its status as the global reserve currency.
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon recently stated that the U.S. dollar might lose its status as the world's reserve currency if the U.S. loses military and economic power relative to its competitors. A W
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Fund managers say dollar debasement will amplify inflows into emerging-market bonds, boosting their performance.
They believe fears of the dollar losing its purchasing power (i.e., 'dollar debasement') are driving capital into emerging-market bonds. This month, emerging-market bonds have already rallied alongsid
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Intervenes in USD/JPY and Long-End Treasuries; Goldman Sachs Says Authorities Will Prioritize Currency Depreciation Over Bond Market Collapse
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent intervened in both the USD/JPY exchange rate and the long-end of the U.S. Treasury market in August. Through measures such as "Operation Twist," a clear signal wa
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DWS analysts point to US long-term government bond yields and real interest rates rising to near 25-year highs, warning of a dangerous fiscal path.
David Bianco of DWS stated that U.S. long-term government bond yields and real interest rates have climbed to their highest levels in nearly 25 years, but he believes inflation is not the primary driv
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Clearway Energy Group signed nearly 1.2 GW of renewable power deals worth over $2.4 billion with Google to support its data centers
The clean-power producer's parent company, Clearway Energy Group, signed three long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs) with Google in January to provide renewable energy for its data centers. The p
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Iran's President stated that US sanctions and naval blockades have led to a 25%-35% decrease in trade volume, while the Supreme Leader called for reducing reliance on the US dollar.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Friday evening that under US sanctions and naval blockade, Iran's trade volume has decreased by 25% to 35%, with exports declining but imports falling more
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Aston Villa have signed Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson for a club-record £65 million ($87 million).
This move is aimed at replacing Ollie Watkins, who is set to transfer to Saudi club Al-Hilal for £50 million ($68 million), with Watkins' transfer currently being finalized.
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Cornell Professor Eswar Prasad discusses US dollar status, stablecoin impact, and Fed Chair Warsh's influence on global central banks at Jackson Hole
Cornell Professor Eswar Prasad discusses US dollar status, stablecoin impact, and Fed Chair Warsh's influence on global central banks at Jackson Hole
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Aristotle Capital's Value Equity Fund noted in its Q2 2026 investor letter that Corteva (CTVA) faces near-term headwinds such as tariffs, rising oil prices, and competition in Latin American and Asian markets, but its long-term growth prospects remain solid.
The fund stated that the market also weighed the complexities of Corteva's plan to spin off into New Corteva and Vylor in the fourth quarter. Nevertheless, the fund believes that Corteva's investment
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Yen falls past 160 per dollar for first time since joint intervention in late July
The Japanese yen weakened beyond the 160-per-dollar mark on Friday, a level not seen since Japan and the U.S. conducted a coordinated currency intervention in late July. This movement follows Federal
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NZD/USD falls 0.72% intraday to 0.5909.
NZD/USD falls 0.72% intraday to 0.5909.
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Turning Point Brands aims for 10% modern oral nicotine market share by 2030, targeting $1 billion opportunity
CEO Graham Purdy told investors at the IDEAS Conference that the company views a 10% share of a projected $10 billion U.S. modern oral nicotine market as a potential $1 billion opportunity. Turning Po
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USD/CHF rose 0.71% today, now at 0.8087.
USD/CHF rose 0.71% today, now at 0.8087.
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Former IMF deputy Gita Gopinath says Trump's tariffs are 'straight-out protectionism'
The economist also commented on looming threats to the dollar and described the current global economic situation as a 'great gamble'.
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India's Forex Reserves Hit Record High on Central Bank Measures
India's foreign-exchange reserves climbed to a record high as dollar inflows surged following recent measures by the central bank to attract capital.
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BofA strategists say Fed Chair Warsh's Jackson Hole speech could flatten US yield curve, boost risk appetite and dollar
Bank of America Corp. strategists believe that if Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh's upcoming Jackson Hole speech is successful, it could flatten the US yield curve, bolster risk appetite, and suppor
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Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama will attend next week's G20 meeting, stating that the joint intervention statement reached with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent "remains valid."
Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama stated on Friday that she will attend next week's G20 Finance Ministers' meeting in Asheville, USA, and reiterated that the joint intervention statement coor
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South Korean KOSPI falls 1.79% to 6,788.88, snapping 3-day winning streak on tech slump
Seoul stocks closed sharply down on Friday, with the benchmark Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) dropping 123.49 points, as investors sold off tech heavyweights amid external uncertainties, in
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The FTSE 100 is poised for a rebound, with the pound remaining below $1.36.
The FTSE 100 is poised for a rebound, with the pound remaining below $1.36.
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UBS: Gold's upward logic has shifted from "interest rate trade" to "dollar depreciation trade," with medium-to-long-term upside risks rising but 2026 target price lowered.
UBS noted in its precious metals research report on August 27 that gold has seen a strong rebound of 17% so far in August, with its driving logic fundamentally shifting from the traditional "interest
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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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Japan's Prodrone plans to invest $20 million to mass produce 58,000 drones annually
The drone developer aims to build a mass production facility in Aichi prefecture, bringing Japanese-made units to a home market currently dominated by imports.
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Dollar surges to its best weekly performance since June, driven by US central bank's signal for more rate hikes
The dollar is poised for its best weekly performance in three months after the US central bank signaled more interest-rate hikes are to come.
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The Bank of Japan reportedly conducted a rate check, with the Japanese Yen narrowing its intraday loss against the US Dollar to approximately 0.5%, trading back below 156.80.
Japanese media reported that the Bank of Japan (BOJ) inquired about exchange rate levels from market participants in the foreign exchange market late Friday morning ET during the US stock trading sess
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The Japanese Yen surged above the 156 range against the US Dollar after the Bank of Japan conducted a rate check.
The Japanese yen surged by over 1 yen against the US dollar from late Friday night to early Saturday morning Japan time, reaching above the 156 level. The market typically interprets the Bank of Japan
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General Motors delivered the first batch of Patriot missile components to Lockheed Martin in August, completing production in just three weeks.
Lockheed Martin confirmed on Thursday that General Motors delivered the first missile body components for PAC-3 MSE interceptors in August this year. This collaboration marks the entry of the U.S. aut
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The Japanese Yen (JPY) has touched 158 against the US Dollar (USD), as the market weighs the pace of further tightening by the Bank of Japan (BOJ).
The Japanese Yen weakened against the US Dollar in Tokyo on Friday, falling back to around 157.50 after several attempts to rebound, following the Bank of Japan's (BOJ) 25 basis point rate hike earlie
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Bitcoin is down just 1.5% so far in September, and is still on track for a 32% gain this quarter.
Despite the Federal Reserve's interest rate hikes, soaring oil prices, and a strong dollar, Bitcoin has only fallen by 1.5% so far in September—historically its weakest month—and is on track for its f
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USD/JPY is up 0.72% today, currently trading at 156.1158.
USD/JPY is up 0.72% today, currently trading at 156.1158.
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The Bank of Japan (BOJ) raised interest rates by 25 basis points to 1.25%, a 31-year high.
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) approved the rate hike with a 7-2 vote, raising the policy rate to 1.25%, its highest level since 1995. The BOJ stated that the move was due to the risk of inflation deviating
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The Japanese Yen fell against the US Dollar after the Bank of Japan (BOJ) raised interest rates by 25 basis points as expected.
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) raised its policy rate by 25 basis points, in line with market expectations, a move that led to a weaker Japanese Yen against the US Dollar.
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Yen falls to 156.30 per dollar as softer August inflation dents BOJ aggressive tightening bets
The yen eased from 155.68-70 late Thursday, hours before the Bank of Japan's policy decision, after lower-than-expected consumer inflation in August dented expectations of aggressive tightening.
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Hedge fund titan Einhorn predicts: Gold will significantly outperform Nasdaq over the next 3-5 years, with the gap potentially being quite substantial.
David Einhorn, founder of Greenlight Capital, stated in a recent interview with Morgan Stanley that he expects gold to significantly outperform Nasdaq over the next three to five years, possibly by a
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The yuan rose to its highest level against the dollar since 2022 after the central bank set its daily reference rate.
The RMB exchange rate against the US dollar has risen to its highest level since 2022, supported by China's strong export performance and the People's Bank of China (PBOC).
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Citi’s Korea Trading Head Says Buy Won Near 1,400 Per Dollar
According to a Citigroup Inc. trader, the won’s recent weakness may be short-lived as South Korea’s chip sector bolsters growth, supporting the currency’s recovery against the dollar by year-end.
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USD/JPY falls below 156. The probability of the Bank of Japan (BOJ) raising interest rates by 25 basis points at its September meeting reaches 98.2%.
Expectations for an widening of the U.S.-Japan interest rate differential have resurfaced after the Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 25 basis points and delivered hawkish signals, causing USD/
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Citi Research: The Federal Reserve's hawkish rate hike in September exceeded expectations, with the DXY technically confirming a double bottom pointing to 101.15.
Citi Research noted that the Federal Reserve's September FOMC meeting sent a strong hawkish signal, leading the market to price in another rate hike of approximately 13 basis points in October. The DX
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State Street Markets sees South Korean won retreating after sharp rally, citing weakened exporter dollar-selling flows and strong demand for overseas stocks
Choi Ji-uk, senior macrostrategist for the Asia-Pacific region at State Street Markets, stated at a media roundtable in Seoul on Thursday that the Korean won has already strengthened to its capable ex
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Analysis: If the Bank of Japan delivers a "dovish rate hike" on Friday, USD/JPY may break below 158 and retest 160.
The Federal Reserve's recent interest rate hike and hints of further tightening are expected to keep the US-Japan interest rate differential high for an extended period, limiting the Bank of Japan's a
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Asian Bonds Decline, Dollar Jumps As Fed Hikes
Asian Bonds Decline, Dollar Jumps As Fed Hikes
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Ssangyong E&C wins record $2.15 billion Singapore hospital contract
Ssangyong Engineering & Construction announced Thursday it has secured a contract worth $2.15 billion from Singapore's Ministry of Health to build the Tengah General and Community Hospital. This marks
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South Korean retailer Daiso's annual sales are nearing 5 trillion Korean won ($3.7 billion), driven by K-beauty products and popularity among foreign tourists.
Sales at this South Korean discount retailer are being boosted by an influx of foreign tourists, who are primarily purchasing affordable K-beauty products and souvenirs. A tourist from India stated th
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USD/KRW is up 0.72% intraday, currently trading at 1,381.5800.
USD/KRW is up 0.72% intraday, currently trading at 1,381.5800.
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The Japanese Yen fell past the 156 mark against the US Dollar, as the Federal Reserve raised interest rates and signaled a hawkish stance.
The Japanese yen fell past the 156 mark against the dollar on Thursday morning, following the Federal Reserve's interest rate hike and hawkish stance on its future policy outlook, which led to a gener
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Why is Bitcoin thriving but struggling to replace the US dollar's global dominance?
Bitcoin, as a decentralized digital asset, thrives on its scarcity, anti-inflationary potential, global payment efficiency, and increasing institutional adoption. However, its extreme price volatility, deflationary risks stemming from a fixed money supply, limited transaction processing capacity, and the strong control governments exert over fiat currencies make it difficult for Bitcoin to challenge the U.S. dollar's status as the global reserve currency and primary medium of exchange. The U.S. dollar, backed by its deep network externalities and central bank support, continues to hold an unshakeable central position in the global financial system.
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How to Buy USDT with USD on Major Global Platforms? An Analysis of the Regulatory Landscape in Mainland China
This article aims to analyze the mainstream cryptocurrency exchanges that support USD purchases of USDT globally and clarify the latest regulatory policies regarding virtual currency trading in mainland China. Given that mainland China has completely banned virtual currency transactions, there are no legal and compliant trading platforms within its borders. For global users, well-known platforms such as Coinbase, Kraken, Binance, and OKX offer various methods for USD deposits and USDT purchases, but users must comply with the regulations of their respective jurisdictions and complete necessary identity verification.
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Gold, USD, and Bitcoin: The Battle for Safe Haven and Store of Value
In a global market characterized by economic uncertainty and inflationary pressures, the performance and positioning of gold, the US dollar, and Bitcoin as primary stores of value and safe-haven assets are under close scrutiny. This article delves into the similarities and differences among these three in terms of scarcity, stability, volatility, and market correlation. Combining the latest market dynamics of 2026, it explores their respective advantages and challenges and summarizes expert views on diversified asset allocation.
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Why is Bitcoin thriving but struggling to replace the US dollar?
Bitcoin has achieved significant growth and widespread acceptance globally, thanks to its decentralization, scarcity, censorship resistance, and its narrative as "digital gold" for value storage. However, its inherent drastic price volatility, transaction speed limitations, lack of universal fiat currency status, and governments' control over monetary policy make it difficult to become a stable everyday transaction medium and global reserve currency like the US dollar. Bitcoin and the US dollar each play different roles, and it is difficult for them to replace each other in the short term.
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Turkish investment bank Tera Group collapsed, with $14 billion in funds liquidated. The Department of Justice characterized it as a "Ponzi-like scheme."
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UBS raises AI capital expenditure forecast: Nearing $1 trillion by 2026, with 90% of the increase driven by memory price hikes
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Barclays: The First Wave of Physical AI Disruption May Not Be Humanoid, Specialized Robots Are Superior
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Barclays: Humanoid robot computing power demand is mainly concentrated in edge AI, with limited but significant incremental growth for data centers.
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AI data center company Nscale has publicly filed for a U.S. IPO, seeking to raise up to $3 billion. NVIDIA holds over 5% of its shares, and it has secured a $45 billion lease commitment from Anthropic.
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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.
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OpenAI's new model, Astra, has captured 13% of enterprise AI spending within two weeks of its launch, prompting Anthropic to consider an early release of its new model to compete.
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Lookonchain Monitoring: A whale associated with Matrixport deposited 1,000 BTC, worth $81.06 million, to Binance.
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Vantora (formerly UP.Labs) raised $100M, focusing on physical AI startups for industrial corporations
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