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13:36:22

[Israeli Airstrike on Building in Southern Lebanon Kills 4] According to the Lebanese National News Agency on August 8, Israeli forces launched an airstrike on a building near the southern Lebanese city of Tyre early that morning, killing four people. The attack occurred just as the United States and Iran announced a two-week ceasefire. The Israeli Prime Minister's Office issued a statement on August 8 stating that Israel supports US President Trump's decision to implement a two-week ceasefire with Iran, but that the ceasefire does not include Lebanon. (Xinhua)

13:35:44

[Malaysia's Petronas Tanker Passes Strait of Hormuz Without Paying Iranian Tolls] (1) Petronas, the Malaysian national oil company, said a tanker chartered by its subsidiary has passed through the Strait of Hormuz and is en route to the company's refinery in Pengerang, Johor. (2) The tanker, carrying Iraqi crude oil and chartered by the trading arm Petco, is currently in the Gulf of Oman. (3) The vessel is one of seven Malaysian tankers granted permission to pass through the strait without paying the tolls that Iran typically charges for passing ships.

13:34:37

[Ceasefire Boosts Risk Appetite, Australian and New Zealand Dollars Rebound; RBA Hints at Potential Rate Hike] 1. Risk assets generally rebounded following the preliminary ceasefire agreement reached in the Gulf region. The Australian dollar rose as much as 1.58% to US$0.7084, and the New Zealand dollar rose as much as 1.87% to US$0.5837. Both currencies have rebounded significantly from recent lows, and the reduced risk of runaway inflation has also boosted the bond market. 2. The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 2.25% on Wednesday, but the minutes showed that some members favored a "preemptive response" to inflationary pressures. The committee unanimously agreed that if inflation expectations and wage levels begin to rise, "a decisive and timely rate hike will be necessary." 3. Goldman Sachs economists said this statement provides the RBNZ with greater flexibility in raising interest rates. The market expects a 33% probability of a rate hike to 2.50% in May, a 70% probability in July, and rates could rise to at least 2.75% by the end of the year. 4. The Reserve Bank of Australia has raised interest rates by a total of 50 basis points to 4.10%. The market reflects a 55% probability of another 25 basis point rate hike in May, with the year-end rate expected to reach 4.61%. The next resistance level for the New Zealand dollar is at US$0.5891, and the resistance level for the Australian dollar is at US$0.7124.

13:33:20

Ukraine claims that Russian drones attacked infrastructure in the port of Izmail.

13:31:55

Spot platinum has just broken through the $2,040.00/ounce mark, last trading at $2,040.26/ounce, up 4.41% on the day; Nymex platinum futures main contract was last trading at $2,049.7/ounce, up 5.23% on the day.

13:31:45

Spot gold has just broken through the $4,820.00/ounce mark, and is currently trading at $4,820.62/ounce, up 2.43% on the day; COMEX gold futures are currently trading at $4,847.70/ounce, up 3.48% on the day.

13:31:35

Brent crude oil futures, the most active contract, just touched the $94.00 per barrel mark and was last quoted at $94.00 per barrel, down 10.82% on the day.

13:31:04

[US-Iran Ceasefire Triggers Risk Asset Frenzy, A-Shares Approach 4000 Points, Yuan Hits Three-Year High] 1. Boosted by the two-week ceasefire agreement reached between the US and Iran, global risk appetite rebounded strongly. The Shanghai Composite Index surged 2% in early trading on Wednesday, approaching the 4000-point mark, before closing up 1.9%. The upward trend continued in the afternoon, currently reaching 3983.73 points; the Hang Seng Index jumped as much as 3%. Trading volume in Shanghai and Shenzhen markets increased by over 40% in the morning session compared to the previous day, and both the spot and offshore yuan against the US dollar hit over three-year highs. 2. Analysts believe that the worst phase of the Middle East situation may have passed, as neither side can afford further escalation, allowing risk assets a respite. However, a sustained price revaluation requires more signals. UBS recommends maintaining diversification and appropriate hedging to avoid hasty adjustments to strategic allocations. 3. The technology growth sector led the gains, with the CSI Artificial Intelligence Index and Semiconductor Index surging over 5% at one point, and the Hang Seng Tech Index rising 4.2%. The energy sector suffered a sharp decline, with the CSI 300 Energy Index falling over 5% at one point. Market focus is shifting from geopolitics to other areas. 4. Fund managers point out that high oil prices are detrimental to China's industrial economy, and China has an incentive to ease tensions. The direct impact of the Middle East conflict on the Chinese economy is limited, and the economy is expected to achieve a "strong start" in the first quarter. 5. Analysts say that risk assets have received a breather, but for the rally to continue, traders need to see actual shipping activity in the Strait of Hormuz resume; otherwise, the current situation is merely a sharp position adjustment rather than a sustained price revaluation.

13:30:36

The Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy report states that if the Indian rupee depreciates by 5% compared to the baseline scenario, the inflation rate could rise by about 40 basis points, while economic growth could increase by 25 basis points.

13:29:54

Spot silver has just broken through the $77.00/ounce mark, last trading at $77.02/ounce, up 5.50% on the day; COMEX silver futures are last trading at $77.17/ounce, up 7.21% on the day.

13:29:13

Nymex crude oil futures for the most active contract have just broken through the $96.00/barrel mark, currently trading at $95.99/barrel, down 15.02% on the day.

13:29:05

[Former US Official Warns: Israel's Poor Record Requires Prevention of Crushing the US-Iran Ceasefire] According to Pakistani sources, a two-week temporary ceasefire between the US and Iran took effect at 8:00 AM Beijing time on April 8. Former director of the US National Counterterrorism Center, Joe Kent, stated on the evening of April 7 local time that the temporary ceasefire is good news, but the US must restrain Israel to prevent it from violating the ceasefire. Kent stated that Israel's strategic goal is to overthrow the Iranian government, which contradicts the US's goal of seeking lasting peace. He argued that verbal promises of a ceasefire from Israel should not be taken lightly, as Israel has a poor record of adhering to agreements. Kent also stated that the US should significantly reduce its military support for Israel to force Israel to halt its offensive against Iran. (CCTV)

13:28:36

German Foreign Minister: A ceasefire must be a crucial first step toward lasting peace.

13:28:30

German Foreign Minister: Finally, some good news in politics! I welcome the decision by the warring parties to reach a ceasefire in the Iran war. Our gratitude, and that of the people of the entire region, goes to all those who supported this agreement, especially Pakistan.

13:25:32

The FTSE China A50 Index futures rose 3.01% on the day, closing at 14874.00.

13:23:32

[The US-Iran war may end in May; a ceasefire is the beginning of a potential end, but the risk of a breakdown in negotiations remains] (1) Commonwealth Bank of Australia analyst Madison Cartwright previously predicted the US-Iran war would end in June, but has now revised it to a possible end in May. (2) Although a ceasefire does not mean the end of the war, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz indicates a real step toward a peace agreement. While the plans of the US and Iran are seriously incompatible, the ceasefire shows that the US is open to compromise—because Iran's strategic leverage has not been significantly weakened, and US allies are still unwilling to provide assistance. (3) The economic consequences of the war are still accumulating. If negotiations break down due to political constraints, the market will react strongly and negatively.

13:22:23

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Monetary Policy Report: The foreign exchange market measures announced by the RBI on March 27 aim to curb excessive speculative positions and reduce systemic risk.

13:22:02

The pound rose 1.00% against the dollar to 1.3421 on the day.

13:20:35

The memory chip sector continued to rise in the afternoon, with Shannon Chip Innovation hitting the 20cm daily limit, Huahai Chengke and Xiechuang Data rising by more than 10%, and Zhongdian Port, Dawei Shares, and Han's Laser also hitting the daily limit.

13:20:06

The Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy report: The October 2025 monetary policy report will adjust the exchange rate benchmark assumption from 1 USD to 88 rupees to 1 USD to 94 rupees.

13:17:44

The Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy report sets the base case assumption for crude oil prices at $85 per barrel for fiscal year 2026-27 and at $75 per barrel for fiscal year 2027-28.

13:16:11

Bahrain's Interior Ministry said the Civil Defense has extinguished a fire that broke out at a facility in connection with the Iranian attack, and there are no reports of casualties so far.

13:12:23

The yield on the 10-year U.S. Treasury note fell 10.3 basis points to a three-week low of 4.240%.

13:09:30

According to Al Jazeera, Gulf Arab states are concerned about the ambiguous status of the Strait of Hormuz under the US-Iran ceasefire agreement, including whether Iran will collect passage fees within the next two weeks.

13:09:18

[RBI Keeps Interest Rates Unchanged to Address Dual Pressures of Rupee Depreciation and Growth] (1) At its first policy meeting since the outbreak of the Middle East crisis, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) unanimously voted to keep the benchmark repo rate unchanged at 5.25%, maintaining a neutral monetary policy stance, in line with all economists' expectations. (2) Tensions between Iran and the United States are putting pressure on India's energy supply and growth prospects. India relies on the Middle East for about half of its crude oil and most of its kitchen gas, and the impact of the Strait of Hormuz blockade is particularly pronounced. The continued depreciation of the rupee (which has fallen by about 7% over the past year, making it one of the worst-performing currencies in Asia) is the central bank's current biggest concern. (3) Although the central bank has taken proactive measures to curb speculative bets against the rupee, economists say that the continued surge in energy prices may eventually force the central bank to raise interest rates. The central bank governor said he would carefully control excessive exchange rate volatility while trying to support economic growth.

13:08:59

Spot gold has just broken through the $4,810.00/ounce mark, and is currently trading at $4,810.23/ounce, up 2.21% on the day; COMEX gold futures are currently trading at $4,839.00/ounce, up 3.29% on the day.

13:08:53

[Nomura Strategist: Suggests Shifting Thai Baht Interest Rate Trading to Five-Year Curve After US-Iran Ceasefire] (1) Nomura strategist Nathan Sribalasundaram suggests shifting Thai baht interest rate trading from two-year to the five-year portion of the yield curve following the US-Iran ceasefire. (2) The ceasefire is expected to ease oil prices and provide support for Asian interest rates. The weak macroeconomic environment in Thailand and the Bank of Thailand's potential reluctance to take an aggressive response to oil-driven inflation make the risk bias lean towards lower interest rates. (3) The firm raised its confidence level for the five-year trade to 4/5, closed its two-year position, and reduced its US hedging position to 50%.

13:08:02

Westpac Bank: We currently expect the Reserve Bank of New Zealand to raise the cash rate in September.

13:07:29

The Nikkei 225 index has just broken through the 56,200.00 mark, currently trading at 56,199.69, up 5.18% on the day.

13:03:27

Reserve Bank of India Governor: CPI inflation is expected to be 4.6% this year.

13:03:14

[AI Data Centers Become a "Stress Test" for the Insurance Industry: Trillion-Dollar Investments Trigger Underwriting Challenges and Financing Risks] (1) AI data centers are becoming a "stress test" for the insurance industry. By 2030, global data center spending may reach $7 trillion. Large technology companies are using private equity, private credit and other financing methods to raise huge sums of money, which puts pressure on insurance companies' underwriting capacity. For example, it was almost impossible to insure a $20 billion data center park in 2023, but by 2026 it has become a common topic of discussion. (2) Data centers have highly concentrated value, large power generation demand and cutting-edge technology, requiring specialized insurance solutions. Insurance companies have created specialized business lines, but risks such as supply chain disruptions and concentrated storage of high-value equipment have increased. At the same time, the financing structure is not transparent (similar to before the 2008 financial crisis), and the life cycle of GPUs (about 7 years) does not match that of data centers (decades), forming a "GPU debt treadmill", which may lead to valuation disputes and litigation risks. (3) Despite the huge challenges, insurance companies are responding by customizing policies and diversifying risks. For example, Marsh launched a €1 billion insurance instrument and expanded it to $2.7 billion. The insurance industry sees this as an opportunity, but needs to be wary of the transparency issues arising from off-balance-sheet financing.

13:02:23

Japan's Economic Observer Outlook Index for March

Previous : 50 Forecast : 48

Published Value 38.70

13:02:11

[List of First Batch of Regions Promoting Convenient Medical Insurance Payment Announced] The National Healthcare Security Administration has announced the deployment of convenient payment methods such as facial recognition payment, one-code payment, mobile payment, and credit payment. 119 regions have been selected as the first batch of regions to implement this initiative, aiming to significantly reduce queuing time for payment and effectively alleviate the burden of long queues for insured individuals. (CCTV News)

13:00:15

Japan's Economic Observer Status Index for March

Previous : 48.90 Forecast : 47.80

Published Value 42.20

13:00:09

The Shanghai Composite Index opened at 3965.30 points, up 1.93%; the CSI 300 Index opened at 4563.40 points, up 2.76%; the Shenzhen Component Index opened at 13922.72 points, up 3.90%; the ChiNext Index opened at 3313.80 points, up 4.84%; and the SME Composite Index opened at 14937.25 points, up 3.29%.

12:58:38

Reserve Bank of India Governor: Proposed revisions to matters that financial institutions' boards of directors need to focus on, proposed removing the requirement to maintain investment volatility reserves, and will closely monitor developments.

12:57:39

India's central bank reserve requirement ratio on April 8th

Previous : 3% Forecast : 3%

Published Value 3%

12:57:31

The reverse repo rate of the central bank of India on April 8th

Previous : 3.35% Forecast : -

Published Value 3.35%

12:54:45

The Governor of the Reserve Bank of India stated that due to the ongoing conflict, government bond yields have strengthened in tandem with global bond yields. The Reserve Bank will continue to proactively manage liquidity. Indicators at the banking system level are functioning well, bank credit growth maintains its upward momentum, and the foundation for bank credit growth is broad. Further measures will be announced.

12:51:10

Reserve Bank of India Governor: Exchange rates will continue to be determined by the market; no exchange rate target level should be set.

12:50:51

Reserve Bank of India Governor: Foreign exchange intervention is aimed at managing excessive volatility, and the central bank will continue to carefully control excessive volatility in the foreign exchange market.

12:50:21

Reserve Bank of India Governor: India's external sector indicators remain positive. Despite a strengthening macroeconomic fundamentals, the Indian rupee has depreciated more than average in recent years, and the exchange rate policy will remain unchanged.

12:49:34

The Governor of the Reserve Bank of India stated that robust growth in service exports and remittances should keep India's current account deficit at a moderate and sustainable level in fiscal year 2026. Recent bilateral and regional trade agreements are expected to boost trade and investment opportunities in India. India remains an ideal destination for foreign direct investment. The growth rate of overseas borrowing and overseas Indian deposits has slowed, and foreign exchange reserves are sufficient to cover 11 months of imports.

12:49:15

Nymex crude oil futures for the most active contract have just broken through the $97.00/barrel mark, currently trading at $97.02/barrel, down 14.10% on the day.

12:47:44

The reverse repo rate of the central bank of India on April 8th

Previous : 3.35% Forecast : -

Published Value 3.35%

12:47:28

India's central bank reserve requirement ratio on April 8th

Previous : 3% Forecast : 3%

Published Value 3%

12:45:30

Reserve Bank of India Governor: Core interest rate is projected to be 4.4% in fiscal year 2027; core inflation will be even lower after excluding precious metals.

12:44:54

The Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) projects real GDP growth of 6.9% for fiscal year 2027, with Q2 growth expected to be 6.7%, lower than the previous forecast of 7%. The RBI also projects CPI inflation of 4.4% for Q2 fiscal year 2027, higher than the previous forecast of 4.2%.

12:44:20

The Governor of the Reserve Bank of India stated that private consumption will benefit from discretionary spending this year, with urban consumption potentially strengthening further. The recovery in private sector investment is expected to continue. Disruptions to key shipping routes could adversely affect merchandise exports. The baseline forecast faces downside risks, and overall inflation remained below target in January and February.

12:41:46

A summary chart of futures company viewpoints: Non-ferrous metals (copper, zinc, aluminum, nickel, tin, etc.) on April 8th. Details>

12:41:40

The Governor of the Reserve Bank of India stated that the continued growth momentum in the service sector will support economic activity, business expectations remain optimistic, and the government's efforts to boost the scale of domestic manufacturing in strategic industries will benefit economic growth.

12:40:02

The Governor of the Reserve Bank of India stated that energy market turmoil could adversely affect industry, agriculture, and services; weak global economic growth prospects could dampen external demand, leading to reduced remittances; initial supply shocks could turn into demand shocks in the medium term; and high energy and commodity prices, along with supply shocks, could impact economic growth in fiscal year 2027.

12:38:27

Reserve Bank of India Governor: Rising oil prices could push up inflation and widen the current account deficit.

12:38:02

The US dollar fell 1.00% against the Swiss franc, trading at 0.7894.

12:37:19

The Governor of the Reserve Bank of India stated that the intensity and duration of the conflict in West Asia, and the damage it has caused to energy infrastructure, have exacerbated risks to inflation and economic growth prospects. He emphasized the need to closely monitor incoming information.

12:36:37

Reserve Bank of India Governor: Monetary Policy Committee maintains "neutral" policy stance; conflicts in West Asia may hinder economic growth.

12:36:12

The Nikkei 225 index has just broken through the 56,300.00 mark, currently trading at 56,302.86, up 5.38% on the day.

12:36:01

Reserve Bank of India Governor: The government has taken several measures to protect exports and supply chains; efforts should be made to mitigate the adverse effects of the conflict.

12:35:37

The Governor of the Reserve Bank of India stated that since the last policy meeting, geopolitical uncertainty has intensified, energy prices have risen, and weather disruptions have worsened, posing upside risks to the inflation outlook. However, high-frequency indicators as of February suggest that strong economic activity will continue.

12:34:38

The Reserve Bank of India kept interest rates unchanged, in line with market expectations, with a 6-6 vote.

12:34:19

India will set the interest rate of the deposit instrument on April 8

Previous : 5% Forecast : 5%

Published Value 5%

12:34:13

India's marginal lending facility interest rate on April 8th

Previous : 5.50% Forecast : 5.50%

Published Value 5.50%

12:33:29

The Governor of the Reserve Bank of India stated that the global economy faces unprecedented challenges. Prior to the outbreak of the conflict in West Asia, India's macroeconomic fundamentals demonstrated strong confidence, and the Indian economy was more robust than during previous crises. Global economic growth faces downside risks, and safe-haven flows are putting downward pressure on the currencies of major economies.

12:33:09

The repo rate of the central bank of India on April 8th

Previous : 5.25% Forecast : 5.25%

Neutral

Published Value 5.25%

12:32:24

The number of corporate bankruptcies in Japan in March

Previous : 851 Forecast : -

Published Value 924

12:32:24

The annual rate of corporate bankruptcies in Japan in March

Previous : 11.30% Forecast : -

Published Value 8.30%

12:27:56

[Trump Says Strait of Hormuz Will Create "Huge Wealth"] US President Donald Trump said on the 8th that the US will help address the "shipping congestion" problem in the Strait of Hormuz, adding that "there will be a lot of positive action, and huge wealth will be created." Trump wrote on social media, "Iran can begin the reconstruction process. We will ship all sorts of supplies and 'stay there' to make sure everything goes smoothly." Trump also claimed that this will be a "golden age for the Middle East." According to US media reports on the 7th, Iran and Oman will collect tolls for passage through the Strait of Hormuz. This news has not yet been confirmed by Iranian officials. (Xinhua)

12:27:26

The Indonesian Foreign Ministry stated that Indonesia welcomes the ceasefire with Iran and that all parties should respect sovereignty and territorial integrity and resolve the issue through diplomatic means.

12:26:57

[US Automakers Accuse EU of Planned Ban on Extra-Large Pickup Trucks, Saying It Violates Trade Agreement Spirit] 1. According to the Financial Times, US automakers have accused the EU of planning to ban their largest pickup trucks from European roads, including the Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado, and Dodge Ram 1500. 2. US Ambassador to the EU Andrew Puzder stated that the EU's proposed amendments to safety regulations, which could prevent the sale of some US models in Europe, would violate the spirit of trade agreements.

12:19:52

[Israeli Army Shells Southern Lebanese Town, Says US-Iran Ceasefire Does Not Apply to Lebanon] 1. On April 8, local time, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) shelled the southern Lebanese town of Balahit. This attack occurred after a statement was issued by the Israeli Prime Minister's Office. 2. The Prime Minister's Office statement said that Israel supports the two-week ceasefire agreement reached between the United States and Iran, but the ceasefire does not include Lebanon. This means that the Israeli military operation against Hezbollah in Lebanon may continue. 3. Lebanon has not yet issued an official response to the shelling. While US-Iran ceasefire negotiations are ongoing, tensions remain high along the Lebanese-Israeli border.

12:15:21

The Bahrain Ministry of the Interior issued a statement saying that air raid sirens have been activated and urged the public to remain calm, seek shelter, and follow the latest official updates.

12:10:23

Indonesia's Minister of Economy stated that despite heightened geopolitical tensions and market volatility, the Indonesian economy remains resilient. Indonesia remains one of the world's fastest-growing economies.

12:08:58

[Cuban President: Cuba Will Resolutely Retaliate Against Invasion, Advocates Diplomatic Resolution of Differences] 1. In an interview with US media, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel stated that Cuba poses no threat to the United States and that the US has no "pretext" for military action against Cuba. He criticized Trump's rhetoric about "taking over" Cuba as completely contrary to Cuba's position of promoting dialogue. 2. Díaz-Canel emphasized that Cuba opposes resolving differences through military means and advocates easing tensions through diplomatic channels. Cuba will always strive to avoid war and is committed to peace. 3. He also warned that if Cuba is militarily invaded, it will defend itself and retaliate, making the aggressors pay the price.

12:08:57

The Nikkei 225 index has just broken through the 56,200.00 mark, currently trading at 56,204.61, up 5.19% on the day.

12:08:06

[Trump: US Will Help Reopen the Strait of Hormuz] US President Trump stated, "A significant day for world peace! Iran also wants peace; they've had enough! So have all the other parties! The United States will assist in addressing the congestion in the Strait of Hormuz. There will be many positive actions! A huge amount of money will be made. Iran can begin the reconstruction process. We will load various supplies and 'stand by' to ensure everything goes smoothly. I am confident everything will go well. As we have experienced in the United States, this could be a golden age for the Middle East!!!"

12:04:46

Spot platinum has just broken through the $2020.00/ounce mark, last trading at $2019.80/ounce, up 3.36% on the day; Nymex platinum futures main contract was last trading at $2034.4/ounce, up 4.44% on the day.

12:02:15

Spot platinum has just broken through the $2030.00/ounce mark, last trading at $2030.72/ounce, up 3.92% on the day; Nymex platinum futures main contract was last trading at $2036.2/ounce, up 4.53% on the day.

12:02:00

US President Trump: The United States will help alleviate traffic congestion in the Strait of Hormuz.

11:55:00

According to the Associated Press, the King Fahd Bridge, a key link between Saudi Arabia and the island nation of Bahrain, reopened Wednesday morning after being closed for several hours due to concerns about potential Iranian attacks. Traffic has now resumed.

11:52:55

A vessel chartered by Petronas, the Malaysian national oil company, has passed through the Strait of Hormuz and is en route to Malaysia.

11:51:26

When asked whether he would reiterate his previous threats to destroy Iranian civilian power plants and bridges if the agreement breaks down, Trump did not give a clear answer.

11:49:35

According to AFP, US President Trump stated that a solid framework for a long-term agreement already exists. "We have a 15-point agreement, most of which has been agreed upon. Any peace agreement will cover the issue of nuclear materials. Let's wait and see. Let's see if it can be reached."

11:45:42

US President Trump: Nobody can believe CNN published a dangerous statement that they knew was false, pretending it came from a high-ranking Iranian government official. No way! It was completely fabricated and published as a headline, likely to escalate a very delicate situation. This is a new disruptive website from Nigeria, which is extremely dangerous!

11:43:44

Indonesia's foreign exchange reserves in March

Previous : 151.90 Forecast : -

Published Value 148.20

11:41:48

Shares of Indian Oil Marketing Corporation rose 5.8%-6.8% in pre-market trading, driven by news of a ceasefire in Iran.

11:41:43

Indonesia's foreign exchange reserves in March

Previous : 151.90 Forecast : -

Published Value 148.20

11:34:28

According to Lebanese sources on the 8th local time, Israel launched airstrikes on the Tyre region in southern Lebanon that morning. (CCTV News)

11:33:13

Malaysian Prime Minister: Iran's ten-point plan is conducive to restoring peace and stability, and must be transformed into a comprehensive peace agreement.

11:31:28

UN Secretary-General António Guterres welcomed the two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran, urging all parties to the current Middle East conflict to abide by the ceasefire terms and pave the way for lasting and comprehensive peace in the region. (Xinhua)

11:31:13

The Shanghai Composite Index closed the morning session at 3964.72 points, up 1.92%; the CSI 300 Index closed the morning session at 4563.03 points, up 2.76%; the Shenzhen Component Index closed the morning session at 13919.13 points, up 3.87%; the ChiNext Index closed the morning session at 3312.71 points, up 4.81%; and the SME Composite Index closed the morning session at 14934.34 points, up 3.27%.

11:31:13

Malaysian Prime Minister: Welcomes the latest developments in the Iraq War

11:30:18

The Nikkei 225 index opened at 56,121.39 points at midday, up 5.04%.

11:30:13

Mexican President López Obrador: We welcome Blackstone Group Chairman Larry Fink to discuss their future investments in our country.

11:29:57

[my country's Electronic Information Manufacturing Industry Value Added Increased by 14.2% Year-on-Year in January-February] According to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, my country's electronic information manufacturing industry experienced rapid production growth, with exports recovering and profitability significantly improving, and investment growth accelerating in January and February this year. Data shows that in January and February, the value added of the electronic information manufacturing industry above designated size increased by 14.2% year-on-year, 7.9 percentage points higher than the overall industrial growth rate and 1.1 percentage points higher than the high-tech manufacturing growth rate. In the first two months, the electronic information manufacturing industry above designated size achieved operating revenue of 2.63 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 14.3%; cumulative export delivery value increased by 1.2% year-on-year; and fixed asset investment in the electronic information manufacturing industry increased by 1.2% year-on-year. (CCTV News)

11:28:09

Reserve Bank of New Zealand Governor: Focus on wage growth, inflation expectations and core inflation

11:27:22

[Ceasefire Boosts Risk Sentiment, Gold Rebounds to Nearly Three-Week High] 1. Spot gold rose more than 3% on Wednesday, hitting a high of $4,856, its highest level since March 19, before narrowing its gains to 2%, trading around $4,800 per ounce. Trump's announcement of a two-week ceasefire agreement with Iran before the deadline eased market concerns about energy-driven inflation. 2. Iran's Supreme Security Council stated that it has submitted a 10-point proposal to the United States, and negotiations will begin on Friday in Islamabad, but the negotiations do not signify the end of the war. A Dallas Fed research report suggests that if global oil trade is disrupted for an extended period, the overall US inflation rate could rise above 4% by the end of the year. 3. Independent precious metals traders said this was a conditioned reflex of relief, and it remains to be seen whether Iran will abide by its commitments. For gold, the 200-day moving average at $4,930 and the $5,000 level are key resistance levels. 4. Since the outbreak of the conflict with Iran on February 28, gold prices have fallen by more than 20%, but the decline has now narrowed to around 9%. Markets are awaiting the release of the Federal Reserve's March meeting minutes later today.

11:27:16

The UN Secretary-General welcomed the two-week ceasefire agreement reached between the United States and Iran.

11:26:57

Reserve Bank of New Zealand Governor: The midpoint of the neutral interest rate range is 3.0%.

11:26:42

Reserve Bank of New Zealand Governor: Tightening policies may be implemented at every or every other meeting, depending on the circumstances.

11:24:36

[Survey Shows Significant Slowdown in Eurozone Economic Activity, Increased Risk of Stagflation] Data released by Standard & Poor's Global on March 7th showed that private sector economic activity in the Eurozone slowed significantly in March, impacted by factors such as rising energy costs and supply chain disruptions caused by the Middle East conflict. The data showed that the final reading of the Eurozone's composite Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) for March fell to 50.7 from 51.9 in February, the lowest level in nine months. By sector, the final reading of the Eurozone's services PMI for March declined to 50.2 from 51.9 in February, the lowest level in ten months. Chris Williamson, chief business economist at S&P Global Markets Intelligence, believes that the March PMI data indicates that the Middle East conflict has severely impacted the Eurozone economy. He said that factors such as soaring energy prices, supply chain disruptions, financial market turmoil, and a renewed decline in demand have wiped out the growth signs that appeared in the Eurozone at the beginning of the year, and rising prices have raised concerns about stagflation or even a worse situation in the short term. Williamson said that unless the Middle East conflict is resolved quickly, the Eurozone economy may face the risk of contraction in the second quarter of this year. Even if the conflict ends quickly, the destructive impact of the fighting on the energy market could last for months. (Xinhua)

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