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Macro · 1 day ago Trump Urges Ukraine to Halt Strikes on Russian Refineries Amid Diesel Price Surge President Trump has called on Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to cease drone strikes on Russian oil refineries, linking these actions to rising diesel prices in the U.S., which have now reached record highs.

Macro · 1 day ago European Central Bank Launches Pontes for Tokenized Asset Settlements The European Central Bank has officially launched the Pontes platform, enabling banks to settle transactions using a wholesale digital euro, enhancing the integration of central bank money with distributed ledger technology.

Macro · 1 day ago ECB's Panetta Highlights Risks of Overvalued AI Companies and Inflation Impact Fabio Panetta of the European Central Bank warns of potential market corrections for AI companies and discusses the inflationary effects of AI on the euro area economy.

Macro · 1 day ago Ukraine Approaches Critical Phase in Ongoing Conflict with Russia Ukraine is nearing a pivotal moment in its war with Russia, according to intelligence reports, signaling potential escalation in military activities.

Macro · 1 day ago Iran Claims Destruction of US MQ-1 Drone Amid Rising Military Tensions Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced the destruction of a US MQ-1 drone over the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting ongoing military tensions in the region.

Macro · 1 day ago Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates, Impacting Corporate Treasury Strategies The Federal Reserve has raised its benchmark interest rate for the first time since 2023, prompting corporate treasurers to reassess their financial strategies amidst rising inflation and geopolitical tensions.

Macro · 1 day ago US Treasury Proposes AI Incident Notification System in Talks with China During discussions in New York, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent proposed a formal notification mechanism for AI incidents that could impact national security, emphasizing the need for transparency between the US and China.

Macro · 2 days ago People’s Bank of China Injects 165 Billion Yuan to Stabilize Financial Markets The People’s Bank of China has injected 165 billion yuan into the financial system via reverse repos, maintaining a steady rate to ensure market stability.

Macro · 2 days ago US Diesel Prices Surpass $6.50 Per Gallon Amid Global Fuel Shortages U.S. diesel prices have reached a historic high of $6.505 per gallon, driven by geopolitical tensions and supply constraints, raising concerns over inflation and agricultural operations.

Macro · 2 days ago Tehran Issues Warning to US Amid Escalating Yemen Conflict Tehran has warned the United States against further military strikes in Yemen, signaling rising geopolitical tensions in the region.

Macro · 2 days ago Gold Prices Stabilize Amid Fed Rate Hike and Inflation Concerns Gold prices have stabilized as traders assess the implications of the Federal Reserve's recent rate hike and ongoing inflation risks.

Macro · 2 days ago Trump Administration Plans Sanctions Against International Criminal Court The Trump administration is set to impose sanctions on the International Criminal Court, targeting the institution itself rather than just its officials, which could sever its access to the US dollar financial system.

Macro · 2 days ago US and China Engage in Trade Talks Ahead of AI-Focused Summit US and Chinese trade officials met in New York to prepare for an upcoming summit focused on AI and trade relations. The discussions aimed to establish outcomes for President Trump and President Xi Jinping's meeting.

Macro · 2 days ago Howard Marks Supports Kevin Warsh's Less Activist Fed Approach Oaktree's Howard Marks endorses the Federal Reserve's new chair, Kevin Warsh, for his less interventionist monetary policy, emphasizing the need for the Fed to act only on concrete economic evidence.

Macro · 2 days ago Ukraine Launches Pelican Missile Strike on Moscow Oil Refinery Ukraine has executed a significant strike on a Moscow oil refinery using the Pelican ballistic missile, marking a notable escalation in its military strategy against Russia.

Macro · 2 days ago QatarEnergy Outlines LNG Recovery Plan Following Strait of Hormuz Reopening QatarEnergy has announced a roadmap to restore its liquefied natural gas operations after the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, targeting 50% capacity within a month.

Macro · 2 days ago US Treasury Secretary Highlights Foreign Demand for US Assets Amid Record Debt Interest Payments US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reported strong foreign interest in US assets, with foreign holdings of Treasuries reaching $9.3 trillion. This comes as interest payments on public debt hit a record $1.27 trillion in fiscal 2026.

Macro · 2 days ago Russia's Military Escalation and Parliamentary Elections Signal Kremlin's Strategy Recent reports indicate Russia is preparing for military escalation in Ukraine while holding tightly controlled parliamentary elections, reinforcing the Kremlin's grip on power.

Macro · 2 days ago PBOC Injects 32 Billion Yuan Through Reverse Repos, Maintains Interest Rates The People's Bank of China has injected 32 billion yuan into the financial system via reverse repos, keeping the interest rate steady at 1.40%. This marks a continued effort to manage liquidity amid ongoing economic challenges.

Macro · 2 days ago Turkey Proposes Shipping Safety Measures in Black Sea Amid Ongoing Conflict Turkey's Foreign Minister has proposed new measures to enhance shipping safety in the Black Sea, aiming to protect civilian vessels amidst escalating tensions between Ukraine and Russia.