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02:00:54

The Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE) has officially joined the Capital Markets Alliance, expressing its opposition to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission's (CFTC) approval of perpetual stock derivatives. According to industry insiders, perpetual stock derivatives are a relatively new type of derivative instrument. This regulatory approval and the differing attitudes of industry institutions will likely have a guiding effect on the future development of rules and product offerings in the US exchange-traded derivatives market, and subsequent developments will continue to be closely watched by the global derivatives industry.

02:00:50

Fitch Ratings released its assessment: Due to the revised outlook for France's sovereign rating, the room for rating adjustments in the country's banking sector has narrowed. Further explanation: Changes in sovereign rating outlooks typically have a direct impact on the ratings of financial institutions within the same sovereign jurisdiction. With this narrowing of the rating room, it will be more difficult for relevant French banks to obtain rating upgrades in the future, and this may also have potential impacts on their overseas financing costs and market confidence.

02:00:43

Fitch Ratings noted that the impact of the turmoil in Turkey's financial markets varied, with securities firms suffering the most significant shocks. Fitch also mentioned that the business structures and risk exposures of different financial institutions differed considerably, which is the core reason for the divergence in the degree of impact among various entities during this turmoil. Some financial institutions with sound risk control measures and lower overseas risk exposure have maintained relatively stable overall operations.

02:00:39

According to data released by Honda USA, its total sales of electric vehicles reached 33,760 units in October 2024. This sales performance reflects the steadily increasing acceptance of Honda's electrified models in the North American market.

02:00:33

The intelligence provided by Israel has raised concerns and questions among US officials. According to reports, several intelligence reports recently transmitted by Israel to the US have raised doubts among US officials regarding their accuracy and reliability. Some intelligence reports contain inconsistencies in logic, and others, after verification by the US, do not reflect the actual situation. This has led to a significant decline in the US's trust in these intelligence reports, with many officials expressing differing opinions on the source and verification process of the intelligence.

02:00:30

Mexico's Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) for October 2024 was 49.8, reflecting that the Mexican manufacturing sector was in a slight contraction range that month, just a step away from the 50-point threshold separating expansion from contraction, highlighting that the current operating trend of the local manufacturing sector is still near the critical point between expansion and contraction.

02:00:26

Mexico's non-manufacturing business activity index for October was 50.6. This figure reflects a slight expansion in Mexico's non-manufacturing sector that month, and the data can provide a reference for subsequent observation of the operating trends of Mexico's service, construction, and other non-manufacturing sectors.

01:33:28

Houthi rebels: In the past 24 hours, Saudi warplanes launched 93 airstrikes on civilian facilities in the capital Sana'a and the provinces of Al Jawf, Taiz, Saada, Marib, Amran, Lahji and Hajj.

01:33:25

Houthi rebels: Since the escalation of the conflict in our country, the Saudi-led coalition has launched a total of 4,032 airstrikes and missile attacks.

01:32:51

According to Politico: The European Commission will abandon reforms to the energy tax directive.

01:31:28

Trump: The Daily Mail misinterpreted my joke at the presidential press conference. Yesterday, the beautiful reflecting pool at the Lincoln Memorial officially opened, and I said at the time that I planned to name it "Trump," which was just a joke, but the newspaper pretended it wasn't. This is enough to show how fake news can be. I made it very clear at the time: "I was joking." Fake news is really corrupting.

01:30:10

Gold prices fell again, while sharp fluctuations in oil prices kept traders cautious. Details>

01:10:02

Trump stated that the Republican Party had already declared Guam the victor.

01:09:39

The Houthi rebels claimed that Saudi warplanes carried out 93 airstrikes on civilian targets in the capital Sana'a, as well as the provinces of Al-Jawf, Taiz, Saada, Marib, Amran, Lahj, and Hajj, in the past 24 hours. These airstrikes, conducted by F-15 and Typhoon fighter jets from the Khamis Mushait and Taif military bases, caused numerous civilian casualties, including women and children. The Houthis stated that this brings the total number of airstrikes and missile strikes launched by the Saudi-led coalition since the escalation of the conflict in Yemen to 4,032.

01:07:15

Ukrainian President Zelensky: If the sanctions are 100% effective, and if no one plays these tricks, such as lifting sanctions on some oligarchs, Russia will not be able to survive.

01:06:50

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky: Russian President Vladimir Putin doesn't understand this form of dialogue, and that's not enough. He prefers pressure and tough measures, so sometimes we need to talk to him in his own language.

01:01:23

[Night Trading Futures Closing] International copper futures closed down 0.96%, Shanghai copper futures closed down 0.64%, Shanghai aluminum futures closed down 0.76%, Shanghai zinc futures closed down 0.82%, Shanghai lead futures closed down 0.63%, Shanghai nickel futures closed down 0.74%, and Shanghai tin futures closed down 2.95%. Alumina futures closed down 0.15%, and aluminum alloy futures closed down 1.76%. Stainless steel futures closed down 0.58%.

01:01:08

A spokesperson for the Qatari Foreign Ministry said that the talks on Monday evening were initially scheduled to last one hour, but were extended to three hours as Iranian officials reviewed proposals aimed at ending the escalation of the regional situation.

01:01:08

A spokesperson for the Qatari Foreign Ministry said: A Qatari delegation held three hours of talks in Tehran, with mediators attempting to bridge the differences between Iran and the United States.

01:00:36

A spokesperson for the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that both the US and Iran have demonstrated their commitment to diplomatic means, and Qatar remains hopeful that an agreement can be reached and the path for further sustainable negotiations can be paved.

00:59:09

Iran rejected the latest draft ceasefire proposal, demanding that the US fulfill seven conditions before the Strait of Hormuz could be reopened. Details>

00:50:40

The USD/CAD pair just touched the 1.4000 level, last trading at 1.4000, up 0.10% on the day.

00:46:46

Marathon Petroleum: The sale of two refineries could provide funding for growth in its Gulf Coast operations.

00:46:09

Spot platinum has just broken through the $1430.00/oz mark, and is currently trading at $1429.96/oz, down 0.94% on the day; Nymex platinum futures are currently trading at $1429.3/oz, down 1.73% on the day.

00:37:34

Market News: The Trump administration facilitated $838 billion in trade and investment through the Commerce Department’s Global Markets Division.

00:37:19

Major European stock indices closed lower across the board. The Stoxx Europe 600 index fell 0.47%, the Stoxx Europe 600 index fell 0.35%, and Eurozone blue-chip stocks fell 0.37%. The French CAC 40 index fell 0.22%, the Spanish IBEX index fell 0.72%, the UK FTSE 100 index fell 1.03%, and the German DAX index fell 0.31%.

00:35:24

Toyota's U.S. new car sales reached 221,507 units in October, up 6.5% year-on-year; electric vehicles accounted for 56.9% of sales.

00:35:18

The Dow Jones Industrial Average has just broken through the 51,800.00 mark, currently trading at 51,799.62, down 0.35% on the day.

00:32:53

According to three sources familiar with the matter, the Boleyn consortium purchased billions of dollars worth of Lukoil securities through a bank for swap transactions.

00:32:51

Four sources familiar with the matter said a consortium led by U.S. billionaire Todd Boley is preparing a securities swap deal to acquire Lukoil's overseas assets.

00:31:23

Ukrainian President Zelensky: Different countries are now building their own versions of Starlink. This is the right thing to do, because the key question is who controls the switch.

00:31:09

Marathon Petroleum expects global demand for gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel to remain resilient.

00:31:09

The Greenlandic Parliament has approved a security agreement with the United States.

00:30:51

Honda sold 119,952 vehicles in the U.S. in October, up 8% month-over-month.

00:30:43

Iranian officials say the mediators are working to narrow the gap with the United States on the terms of the negotiations.

00:30:33

Iranian state television and news agencies are broadcasting a video instructing the public on how to respond in the event of a nuclear attack.

00:30:03

[Iranian Revolutionary Guard on High Alert] On the evening of November 3, local time, the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) issued a statement saying that the United States' actions have consistently exposed its hostility towards Iran and its goal of "overthrowing the Iranian regime and splitting Iranian territory." The IRGC solemnly declared that all orders issued by Iran's Supreme Leader and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces at recent meetings are on the agenda, aiming to fully implement the "maximum deterrence" policy. The current priority is to maintain a high state of combat readiness, update the enemy target database, bring all tangible and intangible enemy assets within range of attack, and respond swiftly and effectively to threats of any level and type. The IRGC emphasized that Iranian soldiers, with unwavering conviction and a comprehensive state of combat readiness, will determine the final fate of the enemy, as Iran's Supreme Leader stated, "The time and conditions for ending the enemy's offensive are determined by the Iranian Armed Forces and the Iranian people." (CCTV International News)

00:29:40

[Russia says it continues to strike Ukrainian logistics centers and related ships at sea] On November 3 local time, the Russian Ministry of Defense announced that the Russian military continued to use drones to strike Ukrainian logistics centers and ships at sea that transport military supplies to the Ukrainian army.

00:29:17

Market information: The integrated missile and artillery system will not initially incorporate artificial intelligence into the decision-making process; launch and other decisions will remain under the control of the commander.

00:29:00

Market News: Japan will unify its missile and artillery systems to strengthen its defense.

00:28:48

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky: We expect the trilateral meeting between Ukraine, the United States, and Russia to resume soon, from November 10 to 11. This will be a team-level meeting, and we look forward to the work done in this format, as well as our other diplomatic steps, paving the way for a trilateral meeting at the leaders' level.

00:28:31

[Spain to Provide €30 Million in Aid to Victims of High-Speed Train Accident] Spanish Transport Minister Oscar Puente announced on October 3 that the government will provide €30 million in aid to the victims and their families of the high-speed train accident that occurred on October 28 in the Castile-La Mancha region, and will take measures to strengthen railway safety. Puente also announced that, in response to the accident, the government will double the amount of compulsory passenger insurance compensation and make advance payments. Puente said the government will take a series of measures to strengthen the operation and management of high-speed railways, including reducing the number of high-speed trains between Madrid and Seville until a new safety system is in place. A cross-validation system will be introduced into railway dispatching management, so that in cases of route congestion and the absence of automatic control systems, every decision made by the control center will be monitored and verified by another dispatcher. Puente said the Spanish National Railway Infrastructure Authority will improve the working conditions of dispatchers, increase the number of staff in the control center, and install new software in the control center so that dispatchers can better understand the location of trains and track conditions. (Xinhua)

00:28:13

Marathon Oil expects refining margins to remain high until at least mid-2027.

00:13:22

[Ukraine Claims Massive Russian Attacks on Energy Facilities, Multiple Areas Experience Power Outages] Ukraine's state electricity company reported on March 3 that Russian forces had been launching continuous attacks on Ukraine's energy system since early that morning, calling it one of the largest attacks in recent memory. Over the past day, Russian forces launched more than 20 targeted attacks on energy facilities, causing severe damage to infrastructure and resulting in power outages in Kyiv and other areas. Kyiv Mayor Viktor Klitschko stated on March 3 that Kyiv's energy hub facilities were damaged, and emergency power outages were in effect in Kyiv and the Kyiv region. Water supplies in Kyiv were disrupted, and public transportation was experiencing problems. (CCTV News)

00:13:05

[US Midterm Election Results to be Released Today] Voting began on November 3rd, local time, in the US midterm elections. This year, Republicans and Democrats will compete for all 435 seats in the House of Representatives and 35 of the 100 seats in the Senate. Voters will also elect governors in 36 states, as well as state legislators and other local officials. A record-breaking 50 million people have already voted early across the country. Most polling stations that opened on November 3rd typically open early in the morning and close that evening. States will then conduct final checks and verifications of all ballots, including mail-in ballots, overseas ballots, and provisional ballots. Preliminary results are usually released starting on the evening of November 3rd, local time. However, due to the large volume of vote counting in some swing states, final results may take several days or even weeks to be released. (CCTV International News)

00:12:40

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard stated that it has carried out the orders of Supreme Leader Khamenei and will respond immediately and effectively to any threat, without geographical restrictions.

00:11:14

A senior Iranian official stated that there was no deadline set for exchanging information with the United States through mediators and reviewing relevant responses.

00:11:14

Bank of Canada Governor Macklem: Rising oil prices and increasing refining margins are pushing up costs for consumers and businesses, and the transmission to inflation is expected to be more pronounced over the next year.

00:11:12

Bank of Canada Governor Macklem: GDP growth is projected to be 1% in 2026, and approximately 2% in both 2027 and 2028.

00:11:11

Bank of Canada Governor Macklem: Growth is expected to slow in the fourth quarter due to new US tariffs, followed by a recovery in 2027.

00:11:09

Bank of Canada Governor Macklem: Despite U.S. trade actions, the Canadian economy has shown resilience, and the growth outlook has improved slightly.

00:11:08

Bank of Canada Governor Macklem: Second-quarter GDP growth reached 3.3%, and third-quarter growth is expected to be around 2%.

00:11:07

Bank of Canada Governor Macklem: CPI inflation is expected to rise to 3.5% by the end of the year, remain at or above 3% for most of 2027, and fall back to around 2% by mid-2028.

00:10:49

Bank of Canada Governor Macklem: Given the high level of uncertainty, future decisions will be made at each meeting.

00:10:45

Bank of Canada Governor Macklem: The inflation outlook has deteriorated. With the ongoing Middle East wars and rising global oil prices, which are expected to remain high for an extended period, this is impacting Canadians' fuel spending and pushing up costs for many businesses.

00:10:42

Bank of Canada Governor Macklem reiterated that further increases in policy rates may be necessary.

00:05:40

The U.S. Treasury will auction $115 billion in four-cycle Treasury bills.

00:05:26

Bank of Canada Governor Macklem said recent indicators suggest the economy will grow by 2% in the third quarter.

00:04:02

The Danish central bank stated that it did not intervene in the foreign exchange market in October.

00:03:52

The U.S. National Security Council announced that the Department of Defense’s FutureG Office has provided more than $50 million in funding for the Sensory Integration (ISAC) project.

00:02:14

[Russian Presidential Press Secretary: The Principle of Indivisible Security is the Cornerstone of Russia's Position] Russian Presidential Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov stated in an interview with Russian media on the 3rd that the principle of indivisible security is the cornerstone of Russia's position on the Ukraine issue. Peskov said that Russia, the United States, and Ukraine will discuss security and security-related issues at trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi. "The security of one country cannot be achieved at the expense of the security of another country." (Xinhua)

00:01:51

The Nasdaq rose 1.00% to 25,416.387 points; the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.19% to 51,887.430 points; and the S&P 500 rose 0.56% to 7,583.470 points.

00:01:41

[Latvia Elects Smirtens as Speaker of New Parliament] The 15th Latvian Parliament held its first session on March 3, electing Edwards Smirtens, from the political alliance "Joint List," as its new speaker. This is Smirtens' second term as Latvian speaker. (Xinhua)

00:00:35

[Stonex Raises Brazil's 2026/27 Soybean Production Forecast to 184.95 Million Tons] According to foreign media reports, Stonex stated on Tuesday that it expects Brazil's 2026/27 soybean production to reach 184.95 million tons, higher than its previous forecast of 183.36 million tons. The company also projects Brazil's 2026/27 first-crop corn production at 30.68 million tons, higher than its previous forecast of 29.28 million tons; and second-crop corn production at 113.53 million tons.

23:59:44

The Dow Jones Industrial Average has just broken through the 51,900.00 mark, currently trading at 51,900.36, down 0.16% on the day.

23:59:34

The Nasdaq Composite Index rose 1.00% to 25416.39 on the day.

23:59:33

[US Media: Trump Claims "Inflation Problem Solved," But Data Shows No] According to the Wall Street Journal, President Trump claimed in an interview with "Fox & Friends" on Tuesday that "inflation is solved." However, according to data from the US Department of Labor, consumer prices rose 3.7% in September compared to the same period last year. High energy prices are further burdening consumers. Polls show that Republicans have lost their electoral advantage on economic issues. In July 2025, six months after Trump's inauguration, a 12-point lead in voters who believed congressional Republicans had handled the economy better than Democrats was now seen. But a recent Wall Street Journal poll found that voters who now believe Democrats have done a better job on the economy are 3 percentage points ahead. The economy remains a central issue in midterm elections across various polls.

23:58:17

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard shot down two US-made LUCAS drones near the Strait of Hormuz.

23:58:04

Brent crude oil futures, the most active contract, just broke through the $103.00 per barrel mark and is currently trading at $102.98 per barrel, down 1.16% on the day.

23:58:03

Peru has declared a state of emergency in 1,380 districts due to heavy rainfall.

23:57:47

[Israeli Opposition Supports Eisencott for Government Formation] According to Israeli media reports on the 3rd, leaders of the Israeli opposition held a meeting that day and supported former Israel Defense Forces Chief of Staff and Righteous Party leader Gadi Eisencott in forming the next government, agreeing to immediately begin coalition negotiations. (Xinhua)

23:56:44

The Nasdaq index has just broken through the 25,400.00 mark, currently trading at 25,400.12, up 0.94% on the day.

23:45:43

The Dow Jones Industrial Average has just broken through the 51,800.00 mark, currently trading at 51,805.30, down 0.34% on the day.

23:44:36

[Bulgarian President Yotova Wins Presidential Election] The Bulgarian Central Election Commission announced the final vote count for the second round of the presidential election on November 3, showing that incumbent President Yotova won, and her running mate, Kirill Valchev, will become vice president. (Xinhua)

23:44:15

The Saudi cabinet stated that despite the challenges, Saudi Arabia continues to reliably supply energy to the world.

23:43:58

Iranian Parliament Speaker Qalibaf: Iran's position has been conveyed to the United States. The ball is now in the US's court. Any attack will trigger severe retaliation.

23:43:42

[Iran Demands Clear US Response to 7 Conditions or No Strait of Hormuz Opening] Mohsen Rezaei, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, said on social media on the 3rd that the US response to Iran's rights and demands has been unconvincing. The US must provide a complete and clear response to the seven conditions put forward by Iran and implement them before the Strait of Hormuz will be opened. Rezaei stated in October that over the past two months, the US, through Pakistan, Qatar, and Iraq, had requested Iran to make proposals. Iran presented the US with seven conditions and clearly informed the US that unless these conditions are met, it will not open the Strait of Hormuz and will not conduct any negotiations. Iran has not yet disclosed the specific details of these seven conditions. (Xinhua)

23:28:56

Western officials say that European peacekeepers deployed to Ukraine after the ceasefire will be authorized to retaliate if attacked by Russian forces.

23:28:45

U.S. Energy Secretary Wright: Oil prices are high. High oil prices are a cure for high prices in themselves; they stimulate increased supply. And supply is currently increasing.

23:28:30

Fonterra's global dairy trade price index rose 3.0%.

23:28:23

Mazda's North American operations: Total vehicle sales in October were 31,446 units.

23:28:08

U.S. State Department: The State Department has decided to approve the sale of the Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System II and related equipment to the Jordanian government. The estimated total cost is $100 million.

23:27:52

[Iran Issues Strong Warning to US to Avoid War] For some time now, the question of whether Iran and the US will fight or negotiate has been a focus of attention, with ongoing small-scale skirmishes between the two sides. Early on November 3rd, an explosion was heard on Qeshm Island in southern Iran. According to US media reports, the US military carried out a so-called "defensive strike" on missile launchers on Qeshm Island. Iran announced that it had shot down or destroyed five US drones of different types in the past dozen hours in the southern part of the country. Iranian Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf stated that Iran is prepared for war and is on the highest level of defense; the choice now rests with the US. (CCTV International News)

23:27:34

Unilever plans to achieve €1 billion in efficiency savings by the end of 2029.

23:26:55

[Iranian Foreign Ministry: No New Progress in Negotiations] According to Iran's Fars News Agency, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Bagaei stated that there has been no new progress in the negotiations. All parties continue to exchange information through mediators, as before, while Iran maintains its defensive preparedness and readiness to respond forcefully to any act of aggression at the highest level. Past experiences make Iran unable to be optimistic about the sincerity of the United States in its diplomatic efforts.

23:26:00

[UK AI Minister Warns of Potential Serious Cyberattack in the Near Future] UK AI Minister Kanishka Narayan stated that a serious cyberattack is "highly likely" to occur in the UK in the near future. Narayan said on Tuesday that neither UK government agencies nor private companies are adequately prepared for potential cyberattacks. She stated, "I am concerned about the cybersecurity risks because the threat is imminent. Both the UK public and private sectors are highly susceptible to cybersecurity vulnerabilities." With the increasing capabilities of AI models and escalating external threats, politicians across Europe are expressing concern about the rise in cyberattacks. Earlier on Tuesday, UK cybersecurity chief Richard Horne warned that UK businesses and supply chains are "deliberately turning a blind eye" to threats from Russia and Iran. On Monday, several supermarkets in Europe experienced suspected cyberattacks. Horne stated that the incidents affected several UK businesses, following a similar incident in France last month.

23:25:51

Spot platinum has just broken through the $1430.00/oz mark, and is currently trading at $1429.97/oz, down 0.94% on the day; Nymex platinum futures are currently trading at $1429.0/oz, down 1.75% on the day.

23:24:00

Goldman Sachs Warns of a "Hidden Bear Market" in US Stocks; Approximately 60% of S&P 500 Components Already in Bear Market Territory. The S&P 500 is only about 3% away from its latest all-time high, but approximately 60% of its components are already in bear market territory. Goldman Sachs trader Bobby Molavi points out that this market situation is quite astonishing. He states that the "strange thing" is that the capital expenditures of tech giants driving up AI-related stocks, and the stocks of companies receiving these investments, are both falling simultaneously. Molavi, head of execution services for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa at Goldman Sachs, wrote in a client report: "I don't understand why both sides are being punished by the market at the same time, especially when the fundamental expectation is that AI will change everything." He describes the current market situation as a "hidden bear market." As investors withdraw from related stocks due to concerns about the sustainability of massive AI spending, a large-scale market rotation has occurred, with tech stocks suffering heavy losses in recent weeks. On the other hand, most S&P 500 components have still risen over the past month, with funds shifting from crowded trading areas to defensive sectors and previously under-allocated areas.

23:22:34

The Central Bank of Madagascar kept interest rates unchanged at 12.5%.

23:22:27

U.S. Energy Secretary Wright: The best way to solve the high price problem is high prices themselves. They stimulate supply growth. Therefore, supply is increasing.

23:22:13

[Iran Denies Agreement with US] According to the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB): A spokesperson for the Iranian delegation stated that no agreement has been reached with the United States, and negotiations have not made any new progress. We are continuing to exchange information through the mediators.

23:21:27

Iran has denied reports that it is about to reach an agreement with the United States.

23:19:20

Spot gold has just broken through the $3,930.00/ounce mark, and is currently trading at $3,929.96/ounce, down 0.42% on the day; COMEX gold futures are currently trading at $3,940.20/ounce, down 0.74% on the day.

23:14:58

Iran says there has been no new progress on the agreement reached with the United States.

23:14:51

[Zelensky Says Abu Dhabi Talks Will Focus on Energy Ceasefire and Other Issues] Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated at a joint press conference with German Chancellor Merz in Berlin on November 3 that delegations from Ukraine and the United States plan to meet in Abu Dhabi from November 10 to 11. The talks will focus on a ceasefire on energy and critical infrastructure, the resumption of Black Sea food exports, and expediting prisoner exchanges. Zelenskyy stated that the United States is willing to discuss security guarantees and reconstruction plans for Ukraine. Ukraine's priority negotiating issues include achieving a ceasefire on energy and critical infrastructure, lifting the Black Sea blockade, resuming food exports, and expediting prisoner exchanges on a "all for all" basis. (CCTV News)