Macro

Macro · 1 month ago Federal Reserve Establishes Task Force Led by Doug McMillon to Enhance Economic Data The Federal Reserve has appointed Doug McMillon to co-lead a new task force aimed at improving the quality and timeliness of economic data, signaling a shift under Chair Kevin Warsh.

Macro · 1 month ago Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook Faces Renewed Scrutiny Over Mortgage Allegations The White House is considering the removal of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook amid allegations of mortgage misconduct, which she has denied as politically motivated.

Macro · 1 month ago White House Adviser Highlights Yen Stability as Key to Preventing Financial Contagion Kevin Hassett, Director of the White House National Economic Council, emphasizes the importance of yen stability in averting financial contagion amid the currency's recent decline against the dollar.

Macro · 1 month ago US Sanctions Reveal $6.3 Billion Crypto Pipeline Between Iran and Russia Recent US sanctions have uncovered a significant $6.3 billion cryptocurrency network linking Iran and Russia, primarily facilitated by the platforms Shelbit and Aban Tether.

Macro · 1 month ago South Korea Plans Military Airbase Relocation for Semiconductor Megacluster by 2028 South Korean President Lee Jae-myung aims to relocate the Gwangju Air Base to establish a massive semiconductor manufacturing hub, with initial production expected by 2030.

Macro · 1 month ago Ukrainian Drone Strike Targets TANECO Refinery in Tatarstan, Resulting in 13 Fatalities A recent Ukrainian drone strike in Tatarstan has killed at least 13 people and targeted key industrial infrastructure, marking a significant escalation in the conflict between Ukraine and Russia.

Macro · 1 month ago US CPI Report Anticipated to Show Rising Inflation Amid Slow Wage Growth The upcoming Consumer Price Index report from the U.S. Labor Department is expected to reveal rising inflation rates alongside slow wage growth, influencing economic forecasts and Federal Reserve policy.

Macro · 1 month ago Australia Mandates Divestment of Chinese Stake in Rare Earths Miner Northern Minerals Australia's Treasurer has ordered Chinese-linked shareholders to divest from Northern Minerals, emphasizing national interest amid rising geopolitical tensions over rare earths.

Macro · 1 month ago US-Japan Yen Intervention Signals Shift in Dollar Dominance and Boosts Gold Demand The recent coordinated intervention by the US and Japan to support the yen raises concerns about the declining dominance of the US dollar, potentially increasing gold demand as a safe-haven asset.

Macro · 1 month ago Trump's Frequent Talks with Fed Chair Warsh Raise Independence Concerns Recent reports highlight President Trump's ongoing communications with Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh, prompting questions about the Fed's independence in monetary policy.

Macro · 1 month ago Ether.fi CEO Bets $1 Million Against EIP-8363, Citing Risks of Centralization Mike Silagadze, CEO of ether.fi, has placed a $1 million wager against the proposed Ethereum upgrade EIP-8363, arguing it could consolidate staking power among larger providers like Lido, harming smaller liquid staking tokens.

Macro · 1 month ago US Job Market Shows Signs of Weakness as Payrolls Decline in July 2026 The US labor market experienced a surprising decline in nonfarm payrolls, dropping by 23,000 jobs in July 2026, raising concerns about economic growth and Federal Reserve policy.

Macro · 1 month ago Houthi Attacks on Saudi Aramco Facilities Signal Escalation in Regional Conflict The Houthi movement's recent missile and drone strikes on Saudi Aramco's Jazan refinery mark a significant escalation in their military strategy, impacting regional energy supply chains.

Macro · 1 month ago China's Producer Price Index Declines to 3.5% in July, Below Expectations China's producer price index (PPI) fell to 3.5% year-over-year in July, indicating a slowdown in inflationary pressures after a peak in June. This decline raises concerns about domestic demand and manufacturing margins.

Macro · 1 month ago Crypto Spot Trading Volume Hits Lowest Level of 2026 Amid Liquidity Concerns The average daily spot trading volume in the crypto market has plummeted to approximately $15 billion, marking a significant decline and raising concerns about liquidity across exchanges.

Macro · 1 month ago Federal Reserve Survey Indicates Positive Job Market Outlook Amid Inflation Expectations A recent Federal Reserve Bank survey reveals improved consumer sentiment regarding job prospects and a slight dip in inflation expectations, suggesting a more optimistic economic outlook.

Macro · 1 month ago CleanSpark Increases Bitcoin Treasury to 13,931 BTC Amid Active Sales in July CleanSpark's Bitcoin treasury grew to 13,931 BTC by the end of July, despite selling 229 BTC during the month. The company also announced a significant 20-year lease deal expected to generate $6.6 billion in revenue.

Macro · 1 month ago US Treasury Sanctions Iranian Crypto Exchanges Over IRGC Money Laundering The US Treasury has imposed sanctions on two Iranian digital asset exchanges, Shelbit and Aban Tether, for their connections to money laundering activities linked to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).

Macro · 1 month ago US Intelligence Warns of Potential Russian Attack on NATO Ally by 2029 US intelligence has alerted that Russia may initiate a limited attack on a NATO ally by 2029, aiming to disrupt the alliance amid ongoing tensions.

Macro · 1 month ago Oil Prices Decline Amid U.S.-Iran Peace Talks and Market Sentiment Oil prices have fallen as market participants react to renewed peace talks between the U.S. and Iran, suggesting a potential de-escalation in geopolitical tensions.