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U.S. inflation accelerated in August, with the overall CPI rising 0.4% month-over-month and 3.4% year-over-year, strengthening the case for a Federal Reserve rate hike next week.
U.S. inflation accelerated in August, strengthening the case for a Federal Reserve rate hike next week. Data showed that the overall CPI rose 0.4% month-over-month and 3.4% year-over-year in August; c
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Traders now anticipate a 90% probability of a Federal Reserve rate hike next week, up from 70% before the inflation report was released.
Traders now anticipate a 90% probability of a Federal Reserve rate hike next week, up from 70% before the inflation report was released.
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U.S. August core CPI rose 0.3% month-over-month, above expectations of 0.2%.
U.S. August core CPI rose 0.3% month-over-month, above expectations of 0.2%.
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US August CPI (YoY) was 3.4%, in line with expectations of 3.4%, and the previous value (revised) was 3.4%.
US August CPI YoY 3.4% (expected 3.4%, revised prior 3.4%, in line with expectations); CPI MoM 0.4% (expected 0.4%, revised prior 0.1%, in line with expectations); Core CPI YoY 2.4% (expected 2.4%, re
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Veteran Commodities Strategist Jeff Currie Sees 'Extremely High' Chance of $5 Gas by Midterms
Veteran commodities strategist Jeff Currie said average US gasoline prices will almost certainly hit $5 a gallon before the midterm elections, citing a toxic combination of scarcity and currency debas
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According to Tax Alpha Insider data, wealthy investors are flocking to "Tax-Advantaged Long-Short Strategies" (TALS), with total assets surging to over $170 billion.
The strategy, designed to track stock indices while generating losses to offset capital gains taxes, has surged from $2 billion in 2022 to its current level. However, tax lawyers and investment expert
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As AI memory prices surge, sub-$100 smartphones become increasingly rare.
CNBC reported that sub-$100 smartphones are becoming rare globally, especially in the Chinese market, due to strong AI-driven demand for memory pushing up costs. IDC data shows that global shipments o
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US futures advanced as Oracle's better-than-expected results boosted tech sentiment and oil prices retreated, with investors awaiting consumer price data.
US futures advanced as Oracle's better-than-expected results boosted tech sentiment and oil prices retreated, with investors awaiting consumer price data.
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Former Goldman Sachs Head of Commodities, Jeff Currie, warns: Brent crude breaking above $107/barrel and diesel crack spreads surging to $110/barrel indicate that fuel shortages are triggering structural inflation.
Jeff Currie, former head of commodities at Goldman Sachs and now head of Real Macro, told CNBC on Thursday that the market is underestimating an inflation cycle driven by a long-term supply shortage o
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BMO Capital Markets initiates Lululemon (LULU) with Underperform rating, sets $70 price target
BMO Capital Markets initiated coverage of Lululemon Athletica Inc. (LULU) with an Underperform rating, citing the athletic wear company's slow turnaround, market share loss to rivals, and deepening sa
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Houthis to Announce 'Large-Scale' Military Operation at 4 PM Local Time, Markets on Alert for Escalation
Houthis to Announce 'Large-Scale' Military Operation at 4 PM Local Time, Markets on Alert for Escalation
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Report: UniCredit Seeks Crypto Trading and Custody Infrastructure Partners
The Italian bank is reportedly seeking assistance to launch crypto trading, custody, and tokenized investment products.
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Ukraine Says It Hit Major Oil Refinery in Russia’s Volga Region
Ukraine said it hit Rosneft PJSC’s major oil refinery in the Volga region as Kyiv intensified its campaign against Russian energy infrastructure. Ukraine’s General Staff stated in a Telegram message t
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Crude oil prices climbed back above $100 a barrel this week, with US diesel surging past $6 a gallon for the first time.
Crude oil prices climbed back above $100 a barrel this week, with US diesel surging past $6 a gallon for the first time.
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Iran's Foreign Ministry Accuses IAEA of Politicizing Nuclear Assessments to Justify Military Action, Warns of Accountability
Iran's Foreign Ministry accused the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and its Director General of politicizing technical nuclear assessments, claiming they have been used to build the case for
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Hungary's Debt Chief Aims for 4% Yields on Long Forint Bonds
The head of Hungary's Debt Management Agency stated that the country's long-term domestic bond yields are about halfway through the decline sparked by Hungary's planned convergence with the euro area.
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Governments promise a light-touch regulatory agenda for AI despite growing risks
Governments promise a light-touch regulatory agenda for AI despite growing risks
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U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren urges insurance regulators to explain how they oversee the influence of Wall Street firms on insurers.
U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren is urging the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) to explain how it regulates the influence of Wall Street firms on insurers and their private credit i
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Rising yields and oil prices leave Bitcoin vulnerable ahead of U.S. inflation report
Rising yields and oil prices leave Bitcoin vulnerable ahead of U.S. inflation report
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Russia’s Top UN Atomic Official Suspended Over Misogynist Screed
The top-ranked Russian official at the United Nations nuclear watchdog faces an ethics probe for writing a self-help book that described feminists as “hysterical fanatics” and gays and lesbians as “pe
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Iran's Oil Exports Remain Severely Constrained Nearly Two Months into Renewed US Naval Blockade
Iran's Oil Exports Remain Severely Constrained Nearly Two Months into Renewed US Naval Blockade
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Russia and India's central banks are exploring a digital currency trade settlement mechanism, aiming to accelerate cross-border payments and reduce reliance on SWIFT.
According to Herman Gref, CEO of Sberbank, the central banks of Russia and India are exploring a mechanism to utilize digital currencies for bilateral trade payments. This move aims to accelerate cros
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The acting Secretary of the U.S. Navy acknowledged that an Iranian attack severely damaged a naval base in Bahrain and is evaluating the base's future; Iran's Foreign Minister responded by stating that their armed forces "severely damaged" a U.S. military base; multiple U.S. military aircraft were damaged at a base in Jordan.
Acting U.S. Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao stated on Wednesday that a U.S. military facility in Bahrain suffered significant damage in recent conflicts with Iran, and Washington is evaluating the futu
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Oil prices nearing $100 exacerbate inflation concerns, while private credit borrowers face high interest rates and refinancing pressure.
Soaring energy costs are adding new pressure on private credit borrowers, who are already grappling with higher interest expenses and significant refinancing challenges, CNBC reported. Analysts note t
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BofA Poll: Global Investors Most Exposed to Tech Stocks Since 2020, Driven by AI Rally
BofA Poll: Global Investors Most Exposed to Tech Stocks Since 2020, Driven by AI Rally
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Morgan Stanley Warns: Storage Stocks Appear Cheap But Are Dangerous at the Peak of the AI Supercycle
Morgan Stanley's latest report indicates that while the AI-driven memory chip super cycle continues, the investment logic for memory stocks has shifted. The market's optimistic expectations for memory
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Chinese Billionaire Cao Dewang Urges Firms Expanding Overseas to Respect Local Laws and Culture, Citing Fuyao Glass's US Success
Chinese Billionaire Cao Dewang Urges Firms Expanding Overseas to Respect Local Laws and Culture, Citing Fuyao Glass's US Success
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China State Media Warns EU Against 'New Tricks' After Car Deal, Signaling Readiness to Act on New Trade Restrictions
A social media account affiliated with China’s official broadcaster signaled Beijing is prepared to act if the European Union introduces new trade restrictions after reaching an agreement limiting imp
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BofA Securities warns: Better-than-expected Q3 earnings unlikely to be "rewarded," while misses will face "heavier penalties."
According to a Bank of America Securities report cited by Wallstreetcn, as the Q3 earnings season for U.S. stocks kicks off, the market has become less generous in rewarding "beats" but remains equall
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Bulgarian PM says drone attack sinks one ship and damages another off Black Sea coast
Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev stated that a drone attack off Bulgaria's Black Sea coast on Tuesday at about 1:30 am (22:30 GMT on Monday) resulted in one ship sinking and another, the Ukrainian
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CNBC Daily Open: IMF Warns of "Disorderly" Surge in Government Bond Yields, Asian Tech Stocks Fall on AI Funding Concerns
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) warned on Tuesday that accumulating debt and inflation could lead to a "disorderly" surge in sovereign bond yields, a risk exacerbated by borrowing pressures from
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TSMC and Intel supplier Qnity adopts "local-for-local" strategy, sourcing over 70% of raw materials regionally
Qnity, a leading supplier of semiconductor chemicals and materials, is implementing a "local-for-local" strategy. This involves positioning manufacturing facilities closer to customers and sourcing mo
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Japan automakers emphasize multi-power source strategy at Mobility Show
Japan's auto industry is highlighting its multi-pathway approaches, not relying solely on electricity, at the Japan Mobility Show Bizweek 2026, which kicked off on Tuesday, October 13, at Makuhari Mes
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Czech Arms Maker CSG Buys 9.5% Stake in Canada’s MDA Space to Enter Space Sector
Czech arms maker CSG bought a 9.5% stake in Canada’s MDA Space, which is listed in Toronto and New York, marking its entry into the space sector.
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Hong Kong SFC orders ChaBaiDao to suspend trading; market cap shrinks by nearly 80% in two and a half years since listing.
The Hong Kong SFC has instructed the Stock Exchange to halt trading of Cha Bai Dao (02555.HK) shares starting at 9:00 AM on October 13. Unlike voluntary suspensions by listed companies, this halt was
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Monte dei Paschi Pushes Back Against Intesa’s Sweetened Bid
Monte dei Paschi stated that the premium offered by Intesa's bid remained below the average seen in comparable offers within the Italian banking sector.
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South Korea's Financial Services Commission (FSC) confirmed it will relocate to Sejong City in the second half of 2027.
South Korea's top financial policymaker, the Financial Services Commission (FSC), will relocate from Seoul to Sejong City in the second half of 2027. The move is part of the government's decentralizat
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Shinhan Financial Group to acquire Lotte Insurance for $516 million
Shinhan Financial Group has signed an agreement to acquire a 77.04% stake in Lotte Insurance from private equity firm JKL Partners for 693.3 billion won ($516 million). Following regulatory approval,
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South Korea to Establish Chip Policy Office to Accelerate 800 Trillion Won Investment and Strengthen Industry Competitiveness
The South Korean government will establish a dedicated semiconductor policy office next week to accelerate 800 trillion won in chip investments and enhance the country's industrial competitiveness in
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IMF: Middle East and Central Asia Economies Expected to Contract by 0.3% in 2026 Due to US-Israel War Against Iran
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Tuesday released its latest economic outlook, projecting the Middle East and Central Asia region's economy to contract by 0.3% in 2026, a significant downgrade
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As the Israeli elections approach, Donald Trump has not explicitly endorsed Benjamin Netanyahu.
Donald Trump has not publicly endorsed Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of Israel's October 27 election, despite their long-standing close relationship, Al Jazeera reported. Analysts suggest Trump's "cool" st
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Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chair Chung Euisun aims to transform the company into a physical AI powerhouse
Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chair Chung Euisun, who took the helm six years ago, is now steering the South Korean automotive giant beyond traditional vehicles towards physical AI. This initiative is
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Haidilao to provide founder Zhang Yong $14.9M loan, fueling China tax speculation ahead of offshore trust deadline
Haidilao International Holding has agreed to provide its founder, Zhang Yong, with a one-month loan of up to the Hong Kong dollar equivalent of 100 million yuan (US$14.9 million), according to a stock
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South Korea's KAIST unveils physics AI strategy, focusing on technology usable across robots and industries.
KAIST (Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology) announced its physical AI strategy, focusing on technology usable across robots and industries, rather than developing humanoid robots as sta
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Samsung Electronics unveiled its next-generation AI data center memory strategy, including HBM5 and PIM technologies, at the OCP Summit.
Samsung Electronics on Tuesday outlined plans to enhance AI data center performance through faster memory, expanded capacity, and more efficient storage at the Open Compute Project Global Summit 2026
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Kakao unveils AI assistant for its flagship messaging app KakaoTalk, aiming to transform it into a platform for everyday tasks like schedule management, shopping, and reservations.
Kakao unveils AI assistant for its flagship messaging app KakaoTalk, aiming to transform it into a platform for everyday tasks like schedule management, shopping, and reservations.
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Novo Nordisk seeks national health insurance coverage for Wegovy in Korea
Novo Nordisk Korea has applied to the Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service for reimbursement of its obesity drug Wegovy, pharmaceutical industry sources said Tuesday. This move aims to signi
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Data Center Operator AirTrunk Is Said to Delay $1.5 Billion IPO
Data center operator AirTrunk is delaying a planned initial public offering until next year, as higher interest rates and market volatility temper investor demand, according to people familiar with th
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MetalLB: Core Load Balancing Solution for Bare-Metal Kubernetes with Five Key Highlights
MetalLB is an open-source network load balancer specifically designed for bare-metal Kubernetes clusters, addressing the absence of a native LoadBalancer service type in non-cloud environments. The project is currently in Beta but is widely adopted and considered stable and reliable. This article will delve into MetalLB's definition, its current project status, and its five core highlights, including its unique bare-metal load balancing capabilities, Layer 2 and BGP operational modes, lightweight Kubernetes-native design, cost-effectiveness and flexibility, and dynamic IP address allocation and external advertisement features, revealing its critical role in private cloud and edge computing scenarios.
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Previous, Forecast, Actual: These three numbers in the economic calendar are the market's script.
The economic calendar doesn't predict market trends; it merely answers "when, which country, and what numbers will be released." What truly drives prices is the difference between the actual value and the forecast. This article uses two sets of real data to illustrate how to read previous values, forecasts, and actuals, clarifies three common pitfalls—importance ratings, time zones, and revised figures—and provides a replicable weekly scheduling method.
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From Event to Your Screen: The Four Hurdles a Financial News Alert Must Clear
By the time the news is seen, half the market move has already happened. The problem often lies not in judgment, but in the sequence of information arrival. A financial news flash, from event occurrence to reaching the reader, must pass through four checkpoints: source coverage, deduplication and compression, traceable origin, and multi-language synchronization. This article breaks down this chain and provides three questions for ordinary investors to filter out noise.
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Saudi Arabia plans to increase its oil export capacity beyond the Persian Gulf to 10 million barrels per day within two years, and will temporarily use natural gas pipelines for oil transport.
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Iran escalates attacks on "non-compliant" oil tankers, putting crude oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz under pressure, with multiple empty VLCCs avoiding the Persian Gulf.
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XRP Ledger Foundation Faces Backlash Over Low Bounty Payouts for Critical Bug
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Nobel prize in economics awarded to Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford
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The 2026 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences has been awarded to Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford.
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China's futures exchanges to tighten leash on quant trading, defining violations and punishments
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Bybit Launches USDC-Funded Trading for Over 1,000 US Stocks and ETFs
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Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps states it has designated the "US-UAE" Strait of Hormuz oil shuttle system as a clear target.
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Harneys and dropRWA plan Bermuda tokenized catastrophe bond issuance next year, aiming to bridge disaster-insurance gap
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Yemen's Southern Giants Brigades cut off the main road connecting Mocha and the Bab al-Mandab Strait, marking the first major military achievement for anti-Houthi forces in years.
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