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12:52:58

[International Energy Agency Executive Director: Current Energy Crisis Exceeds the Combined Sum of the Previous Three Crises, Potentially Ushering in a "Black April"] International Energy Agency (IEA) Executive Director Fatih Birol stated that the current global energy crisis is "more severe than the combined crises of 1973, 1979, and 2022." He predicted that the crisis will accelerate the development of renewable energy, nuclear power, and electric vehicles. In an interview published in the French newspaper Le Figaro on April 7th, Birol argued that countries should conserve energy "as cautiously as possible" in the short term, as the global energy market may face a "Black April." "If the Straits remain closed throughout April, the shortage of crude oil and refined products will be more than double that of March." (Xinhua)

12:49:37

During a press conference on the situation in Iran, US President Trump joked that after he "finishes this matter," he will learn Spanish and try to run for president of Venezuela.

12:48:51

Spot silver just touched the $73.00/ounce mark and is currently trading at $73.00/ounce, up 0.29% on the day; COMEX silver futures are currently trading at $73.11/ounce, up 0.35% on the day.

12:42:45

Singapore has stated that it is in "constructive" contact with the United States regarding the trade investigation, and that the United States has removed "inaccurate statements" concerning Singapore's trade.

12:38:43

OpenAI: GPT5.4 is the best model for handling complex low-level engineering tasks. No model in the existing codebase can compare to it.

12:35:18

The Nikkei 225 index has just broken through the 53,400.00 mark, currently trading at 53,401.07, down 0.02% on the day.

12:35:16

Spot gold has just broken through the $4,660.00/ounce mark, and is currently trading at $4,660.06/ounce, up 0.22% on the day; COMEX gold futures are currently trading at $4,685.00/ounce, up 0.01% on the day.

12:34:15

According to Japan's Kyodo News, the Japanese Diet is expected to pass a record annual budget of 122.31 trillion yen (approximately US$766 billion), which will run until March of next year.

12:33:58

[UK Plans Standardized Testing of General AI Models Used by Banks to Counter Dependence on US Algorithms] (1) According to the Financial Times, the UK government is considering standardized testing of general artificial intelligence models used by all banks in the country. This comes after the Bank of England warned about banks’ assessment practices last year. (2) Harriet Rees, chief information officer of digital bank Starling, made the proposal to the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology last month, aiming to reduce duplication and inconsistencies in testing and ensure that US algorithms meet standards. (3) Rees said that given the UK’s reliance on US models, testing would reassure the government that it has at least reviewed these models and confirmed that they meet certain standards.

12:31:06

[UK new car registrations rose by about 6% in March, but electric vehicle share remains far below 2026 target] (1) Preliminary industry data released on Tuesday showed that new car registrations in the UK rose by about 6% year-on-year in March. March is typically the month with the highest number of vehicle registrations in the UK. (2) Battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales hit a record high this month, according to data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), but their overall market share is only about 23%, still far below the government’s target of 33% for 2026. (3) The industry has intensified its calls for an urgent review of the UK’s electric vehicle transition plan and warned that the Iranian crisis has exacerbated consumer uncertainty. Gas prices have soared due to the conflict in the Middle East, pushing up electricity prices in Europe, including the UK.

12:28:17

The Iranian military announced that 15 U.S. service members were injured in the Iranian drone strike on the Ali Salem airbase in Kuwait.

12:27:35

[Iran Blocks Strait of Hormuz for Weeks, No LNG Ships Have Yet to Pass Through] 1. According to traders involved in shipping, Iran has not allowed any ships carrying liquefied natural gas (LNG) to pass through the Strait of Hormuz since the outbreak of conflict weeks ago. Approximately one-fifth of the world's LNG supply remains cut off. 2. On Monday, two tankers carrying Qatari LNG attempted to leave the Persian Gulf but turned back hours later. Traders said the two ships were not allowed to pass by Iranian officials. This turnback highlights the de facto blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. 3. Sources say that fully loaded LNG carriers are currently scattered throughout the Persian Gulf, either not yet involved in passage negotiations or yet to receive approval. Ship tracking data shows more than a dozen fully loaded LNG carriers stranded in the area. 4. Both traders and ship tracking data indicate that only one LNG carrier passed through the Strait of Hormuz earlier this month—but it was not carrying cargo. Some vessels may have evaded monitoring by turning off their transponders, or signal interference may have made tracking inaccurate.

12:23:30

According to foreign media reports on the 7th, the King Fahd Bridge, a key link between Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, was disrupted due to "threats of attack from Iran." (Xinhua)

12:22:07

[India Postpones Some Refineries' Maintenance Shutdowns to Ensure Supply] Indian oil ministry officials said on the 6th that some of the country's refineries have postponed maintenance shutdowns to ensure domestic fuel demand. Reuters quoted Indian oil ministry official Sujata Sharma as saying that some oil companies, including Indian Oil Corporation and Bharat Oil Corporation, had planned routine maintenance on some of their refineries. However, considering that private company Nayara Energy had decided to shut down its 400,000-barrel-per-day Vadinar refinery for maintenance starting on the 9th, which would inevitably lead to a tightening of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) supplies in India, coupled with oil product shortages caused by the Middle East conflict, some Indian oil companies decided to postpone the maintenance shutdowns to ensure supply. The report said that Nayara Energy had originally planned a one-month maintenance shutdown at the Vadinar refinery last year, but due to EU sanctions making it difficult to obtain the key materials needed for the maintenance, it had to postpone the plan. Industry sources said the maintenance shutdown is expected to last 35 to 40 days. (Xinhua)

12:21:40

[Citigroup: Indian Refiners May Selectively Raise Fuel Prices After State Elections] 1. Citigroup analyst Saurabh Handa noted in a report that Indian refiners may selectively raise fuel prices, particularly for aviation turbine fuel and diesel, after the elections in five Indian states at the end of this month. 2. The report stated that retail fuel consumers have largely been shielded from the price increases caused by the Middle East crisis, with domestic oil marketing companies and refiners bearing the costs. Domestic cooking gas prices were already slightly increased by 7% in early March. 3. The analyst predicts that oil marketing companies' losses will widen to 400 rupees per bottle after Saudi oil product prices rise in April. This may prompt refiners to adjust prices after the elections.

12:21:07

A loud explosion was heard in Shiraz, Iran, on the 7th local time. (CCTV)

12:18:10

[A-Shares Close Nearly Flat in Morning Session, Market Cautious as US-Iran Deadline Approaches] 1. On the first trading day after the Qingming Festival holiday, the Shanghai Composite Index closed slightly higher by 0.03% at 3881.17 points, continuing its volatile pattern. The CSI 300 Index closed down 0.3%, the ChiNext Index fell 0.5%, while the STAR Market 50 Index rose 1.6%. 2. Analysts stated that the escalating military conflict between the US and Iran has clouded the prospects for ceasefire negotiations. Trump set a deadline, and Iran's retaliation has intensified and expanded in scope. Global equity markets are expected to remain in a highly volatile environment, and A-shares may exhibit a volatile rotation pattern. 3. Trump warned that if Iran fails to reach an agreement by 8 p.m. Eastern Time on Tuesday (8 a.m. Beijing Time on Wednesday), he could "eliminate" it overnight. The market is closely watching whether the US and Iran can reach an agreement before the deadline. 4. The livestock breeding sector led the gains, with the CSI Livestock Breeding Index closing up 2.4% in the morning session, and Muyuan Foods closing up 3.2%.

12:17:19

Japan's economy faces severe challenges due to its heavy reliance on Middle Eastern oil. Details>

12:14:54

US crude oil prices extended gains to 3.7%, reaching a high of $116.56 per barrel, the highest level since March 9th, while Brent crude oil prices reached a high of $111.76 per barrel, the highest level since March 23rd.

12:13:31

Spot platinum has just broken through the $1960.00/oz mark, and is currently trading at $1959.68/oz, down 1.00% on the day; Nymex platinum futures are currently trading at $1964.7/oz, down 0.65% on the day.

12:13:10

[Analysts' On-Site Investigation Reveals: Actual Traffic Volume in the Strait of Hormuz Far Exceeds Public Data; AIS Underreports About Half] 1. A 18,000-word report by Citrini Research indicates that on-site investigations by analysts have revealed that the actual number of vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz far exceeds publicly available data. In the current conflict environment, the AIS system underreports approximately half of the actual passing vessels daily. 2. To avoid risk, many vessels choose to turn off their AIS signals or navigate through "hidden corridors" not marked on public maps. Relying solely on AIS data would severely misjudge the strait's capacity, misinterpreting "half-full" pipelines as "dry." 3. The report suggests that the actual traffic conditions in the Strait of Hormuz may be better than publicly available data indicates, and market concerns about supply disruptions may be overestimated.

12:12:31

The Nikkei 225 index has just broken through the 53,200.00 mark, currently trading at 53,188.96, down 0.42% on the day.

12:04:40

Nymex crude oil futures for the most active contract have just broken through the $116.00/barrel mark, currently trading at $116.06/barrel, up 3.25% on the day.

11:58:39

SpaceX: 25 Starlink satellites have been confirmed for deployment.

11:58:21

[Saudi Arabia Completes Single-Port Robotic Partial Liver Resection of Donors] King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center in Saudi Arabia announced on the 6th that it had successfully completed the world's first series of single-port robotic partial liver resections of donors. According to a statement released by the institution, the surgery was performed through a single incision of no more than 3.5 centimeters, eliminating the need for multiple incisions required in traditional robotic surgery. This approach maintains high safety standards while reducing postoperative pain and accelerating recovery. The statement said this marks a significant advancement in the field of organ transplantation. The liver is an organ with a strong capacity for self-regeneration. In liver transplantation, usually only a portion of the donor's liver is transplanted into the recipient, and the donor's damaged liver can regenerate and repair itself to its pre-operative state after a period of time. Living donors are typically healthy individuals undergoing surgery for the benefit of others. Single-port robotic partial liver resection is particularly important for ensuring the safety and health of the donor. The statement explained that in the surgeries performed on six donors, there was only minimal bleeding and no complications. Postoperative pain was low, and patients were discharged within 2 to 3 days. The statement also noted that the technology can make the process of donating livers to pediatric recipients safer, as it typically only requires removing the left lateral lobe of the donor's liver, making it ideal for a single-port approach and minimizing the surgical burden on the donor. (Xinhua)

11:57:55

[Goldman Sachs: Downside Risk to Copper Prices Increases if Strait of Hormuz Blockade Continues] (1) Goldman Sachs warns that copper prices could fall further if the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked. The metals market is currently holding its breath awaiting the deadline set by President Trump—by which Iran must reach an agreement or face a full-scale attack on its civilian infrastructure. (2) Analysts, including Aurellia Waltham, point out that if the disruption to shipping through the strait lasts longer than the baseline scenario, the downside risk to copper prices will increase in the short term, as energy prices will remain high for a longer period and could slow global economic growth. (3) Goldman Sachs' baseline forecast is that the strait will reopen in mid-April. Analysts point out that copper prices are currently still well above their estimated fair value of approximately $11,100 per tonne.

11:54:08

Market news: The King Fahd Bridge, a vital link between Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, has suspended traffic due to the threat of Iranian airstrikes.

11:52:12

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico believes that if Ukraine joins the EU, the country may threaten military experience to obtain what it wants from the EU.

11:50:57

US President Trump will hold a meeting and a grand luncheon at Mar-a-Lago on April 25.

11:47:13

Leapmotor: 11,637 vehicles were registered in Italy in the first quarter, with 5,513 registered in March alone, representing a year-on-year increase of 2,827%, making it the top-selling pure electric vehicle in the Italian market.

11:45:39

[3413 Meters: my country Breaks International Record for Deepest Polar Ice Drilling] The Ministry of Natural Resources announced that my country's 42nd Antarctic expedition team successfully completed its first Antarctic ice-layer hydrothermal drilling test, reaching a depth of 3413 meters, breaking the international record of 2540 meters for deepest polar hydrothermal drilling. (Xinhua)

11:44:05

In an interview, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman admitted that the reason for shutting down a phenomenal product like Sora was the extreme shortage of computing resources at present, and Sora was not on the company's highest priority list.

11:43:25

Spot platinum has just broken through the $1970.00/oz mark, last trading at $1972.23/oz, down 0.37% on the day; Nymex platinum futures main contract was last trading at $1964.0/oz, down 0.68% on the day.

11:40:22

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) will appoint the next batch of qualified asset managers by mid-year.

11:38:03

Thailand's Ministry of Commerce: Rising transportation and food prices will push up inflation in Thailand.

11:37:53

The bid-to-cover ratio for Japanese 30-year government bonds was 3.12, compared to 3.66 in the previous auction.

11:35:51

[South Korea Actively Responds to Middle East Situation: Ensuring Alternative Oil Supply and Coordinating Safe Passage Through the Strait of Hormuz] (1) Kang Hoon-sik, Chief of Staff to the President of South Korea, stated that South Korea urgently needs to secure alternative oil and naphtha supply channels before the Middle East situation is resolved, and is actively seeking supply sources. He will begin his visit to Kazakhstan, Oman, and Saudi Arabia on Tuesday evening. (2) South Korea is developing safe passage measures for the 26 South Korean-flagged vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, with the safety of personnel as the primary objective. Kang Hoon-sik pointed out that reaching a bilateral agreement with Iran to ensure safe passage is extremely risky and requires coordinated action from multiple countries. (3) South Korea's semiconductor industry has secured a four-month supply of helium, and chip manufacturers' inventories remain largely unaffected.

11:35:02

【A-share midday review: Shanghai Composite Index rises slightly, glyphosate, pork and organosilicon sectors lead the gains】 (1) As of midday, the Shanghai Composite Index rose 0.03%, the Shenzhen Component Index fell 0.2%, the ChiNext Index fell 0.46%, and the Beizheng 50 Index fell 0.06%. The total market turnover was 1.0779 trillion yuan, a decrease of 1 billion yuan from the previous day. (2) In terms of sectors, glyphosate, pork and organosilicon sectors led the gains; banking and insurance sectors led the declines. The glyphosate sector continued to strengthen, with Jiangtian Chemical rising more than 10%, and Xin'an Shares and Zhongnong United hitting the daily limit. (3) The pork sector fluctuated and strengthened, with Huatong Shares and Juxing Agriculture and Animal Husbandry hitting the daily limit; the organosilicon sector opened higher and moved higher, with Dongyue Silicon Material hitting the daily limit of 20CM, and Hengxing Technology and Hesheng Silicon Industry hitting the daily limit. The banking and insurance sectors weakened, with Chongqing Bank falling more than 3% and China Pacific Insurance falling more than 2%.

11:33:00

Thailand's Ministry of Commerce predicts that the CPI will rise in the second quarter, and the overall inflation rate in Thailand is expected to be between 1.5% and 2.5% in 2026.

11:32:18

Thailand's core CPI rose 0.6% year-on-year in March, while its overall CPI fell 0.1% year-on-year.

11:31:12

The Shanghai Composite Index closed the morning session at 3881.17 points, up 0.03%; the CSI 300 Index closed the morning session at 4427.81 points, down 0.29%; the Shenzhen Component Index closed the morning session at 13325.83 points, down 0.20%; the ChiNext Index closed the morning session at 3135.18 points, down 0.46%; and the SME Composite Index closed the morning session at 14390.39 points, up 0.44%.

11:31:00

A senior European Central Bank official stated that the ongoing energy shock will necessitate a tighter policy stance. Details>

11:30:28

Singapore will release its preliminary estimate of first-quarter GDP at 8:00 a.m. local time on April 14.

11:30:11

The Nikkei 225 index opened at 53,259.77 points at midday, down 0.29%.

11:30:05

[Technical Analysis: Gold Rebound May Have Reversed, Expected to Fall Back to $4520-$4573 Range] 1. Spot gold is expected to fall back to the $4520-$4577 per ounce range, as the uptrend since $4098 may have reversed. A break below an uptrend line confirmed the reversal signal, and the current rebound towards that trendline is considered a pullback. 2. Whether it's a pullback or the current decline, it aligns with a series of projected levels in the uptrend that began at $4351. Resistance is at $4692; a break above this level could lead to further gains in the $4733-$4767 range. 3. On the daily chart, wave C, which began at $5418, broke sharply below its 100% projection level of $4235 on March 23. Despite the rebound from $4098, wave C could still extend to the $3504-$3783 range. As long as gold prices remain below the $4,687 resistance level, the bearish outlook remains valid; a break above this level would suggest a potential rebound to $4,826.

11:29:51

High oil prices are supporting a stronger Canadian dollar, and the USD/CAD pair is expected to strengthen further. Details>

11:29:27

According to Iranian media: A massive explosion occurred in the Shiraz region of Iran.

11:29:14

Private weather forecasting agency Skymet says the Indian monsoon is below normal.

11:28:38

[Netanyahu Asks Trump Not to Agree to Ceasefire with Iran] (1) According to Israeli media reports on the 6th, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke with US President Trump on the 5th, asking the US not to agree to a ceasefire with Iran during the current phase of the war. An Israeli official said that Netanyahu expressed concern about the possibility of a ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran and pointed out the risks of such a move. (2) Trump said in the call that a ceasefire could be achieved if Iran agreed to the US demands (handing over all enriched uranium and not resuming uranium enrichment activities). According to Israeli media reports, Netanyahu said at a cabinet meeting on the 5th that even if the US and Iran reached a ceasefire agreement, he would not ask Israel to stop its military operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon. (3) Netanyahu issued a video statement on the 6th confirming the call, saying that Israel had destroyed Iran's largest petrochemical plant, was systematically dismantling the "money-making machine" of the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, and would continue to purge senior Iranian officials.

11:27:40

Spot platinum has just broken through the $1950.00/ounce mark, and is currently trading at $1949.86/ounce, down 1.50% on the day; Nymex platinum futures are currently trading at $1956.0/ounce, down 1.09% on the day.

11:26:17

RMB SHIBOR (Shanghai Interbank Offered Rate): Latest data as of April 7, 2026. Rates declined across eight periods. The overnight SHIBOR was 1.226%, down 1.2 basis points. The largest change was in the 2-week RMB SHIBOR, down 2.7 basis points. (For details on SHIBOR and changes over the past ten working days, please refer to the chart created by FX678). Other periods show: 1-week SHIBOR at 1.324%, down 1.4 basis points; 2-week SHIBOR at 1.369%, down 2.7 basis points; 1-month SHIBOR at 1.472%, down 0.7 basis points; 3-month SHIBOR at 1.484%, down 0.9 basis points; 6-month SHIBOR at 1.496%, down 0.8 basis points; and 9-month SHIBOR at 1.506%, down 0.8 basis points. The one-year Shibor rate was 1.518%, down 0.8 basis points.

11:23:10

[Middle East Situation Remains Unresolved, Both Australian and New Zealand Dollars Under Pressure] 1. On Tuesday, the Australian dollar fell 0.1% to US$0.6908, while the New Zealand dollar dropped 0.18% to US$0.5697. Investors are anxiously awaiting Trump's deadline for Iran (8:00 AM Beijing time on Wednesday). A ceasefire glimmer briefly boosted sentiment, but a lack of progress led to higher oil prices, weighing on the Australian and New Zealand currencies. 2. Technically, the Australian dollar has support at US$0.6834 and resistance at US$0.6964; if the New Zealand dollar breaks below US$0.5681, it may fall further to US$0.5581. 3. The Reserve Bank of New Zealand will hold a meeting on Wednesday, with the market widely expecting it to keep interest rates unchanged at 2.25%. A rate hike this week is unlikely, but the probability of a rate hike in July is about 60%, and rates may rise to at least 2.75% by the end of the year. Citi expects the central bank to remain cautious and keep interest rates unchanged for the year. 4. The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has raised interest rates twice this year to 4.10%, and the market expects a 66% probability of another hike to 4.35% in May. Australian household spending rose slightly by 0.3% in February, but high oil prices eroded real consumption, suggesting weak consumption in the first quarter. 5. Overall, the AUD/NZD currencies are supported by domestic interest rate hike expectations, but uncertainty in the Middle East and concerns about global growth continue to suppress risk appetite. The market is closely watching the progress of the ultimatum and signals from the Reserve Bank of New Zealand.

11:20:53

The Ministry of Commerce will hold a press conference at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 9, 2026, where a spokesperson will introduce the relevant situation of key work in the commercial field recently and answer questions from reporters.

11:20:39

A chart: A summary of "pivot points + long/short position signals" for gold, crude oil, forex, and stock indices on April 7, 2026. Details>

11:20:29

Spot gold has just broken through the $4,640.00/ounce mark, and is currently trading at $4,639.47/ounce, down 0.23% on the day; COMEX gold futures are currently trading at $4,664.80/ounce, down 0.42% on the day.

11:17:51

Iran proposes a 10-point plan! Each ship must pay a 2 million rupee toll; oil prices briefly hit a one-month high. Details>

11:17:33

[Russia plans to complete lunar nuclear power module prototype by 2032, nuclear power plant based on direct energy conversion principle] (1) Kovalchuk, director of the Kurchatov Institute of Russia, said on April 6 that the prototype of a 5-kilowatt, 1,300-kilogram nuclear power module for the lunar station should be completed by 2032. (2) Adamov, former Russian Minister of Atomic Energy and scientific director of the Nikit Institute under the Russian State Atomic Energy Corporation, said that the Serena unattended self-regulating nuclear power plant for the lunar base will operate based on the direct energy conversion principle. (3) In 2025, Glazkov, deputy general manager of Roscosmos, said that the first nuclear power device planned to be sent to the moon before 2036 will have an output power of 5 kilowatts.

11:17:05

[Australian petrol prices fall from record highs as government measures ease the impact of Middle East wars] (1) Australian petrol prices have fallen from record levels as government measures help ease the impact of the Middle East wars. In the week ending last Sunday, the average petrol price across Australia fell by more than 5% to AU$2.40 per liter, the first decline since the first week of February. (2) The government has introduced measures to ensure supply and reduce prices, including temporary tax cuts and the release of fuel from the national reserves. (3) Meanwhile, electric vehicle sales surged to a record market share in March, accounting for nearly 15% of total new car sales that month.

11:14:58

Alibaba's AI assistant Qianwen has upgraded its "deep research" capabilities, adding new modules such as financial analysis, and accessing real-time stock quotes for 13,000 stocks and financial reports from approximately one million listed companies.

11:12:59

New Zealand Prime Minister: Now is not the time for the Middle East war to escalate.

11:11:36

A-share computing chip concept stocks continued to strengthen in the morning session, with Cambricon rising more than 11% and trading volume exceeding 10 billion yuan. Dashengda had previously hit the daily limit, and Dongxin Technology, VeriSilicon, Muxi Technology, and Hygon Information were among the top gainers.

11:10:47

Spot platinum has just broken through the $1960.00/oz mark, and is currently trading at $1959.43/oz, down 1.01% on the day; Nymex platinum futures are currently trading at $1965.0/oz, down 0.63% on the day.

11:09:15

[Mizuho Securities: Monetary Authority of Singapore May Tighten Monetary Policy in Two Steps to Combat Price Pressures] (1) Mizuho Securities Singapore analyst Vishnu Varathan said that tightening Singapore's monetary policy in two steps may be the best option. The first step is to move the center point of the nominal effective exchange rate band of the Singapore dollar upward to preemptively suppress price pressures. (2) The second step is to restore the slope of the band from the previous downward adjustment to neutral. Although tightening in advance may exacerbate demand shocks, it can effectively deal with price shocks and provide price stability and cost buffers. (3) Recent growth and safe-haven inflows also provide a reason for a two-pronged approach. The Monetary Authority of Singapore uses the exchange rate as a policy tool because its trade flows far exceed domestic activities.

11:03:57

According to brokerage firm Compass, the median home price in San Francisco rose to a record $2.15 million in March, an 18% increase year-over-year. A surge in wealth generated by artificial intelligence startups has driven up home prices. Compass noted in its report that apartment prices also rose sharply, increasing by 27% to $1.36 million, just slightly below the peak of $1.375 million set in April 2022. In contrast, data tracked by Zillow Group Inc. shows that U.S. home prices rose only slightly by 0.8% in March.

11:03:48

A chart showing support and resistance levels for 18 major forex pairs: USD + EUR/JPY + Commodity Currencies + Emerging Market Currencies (April 7, 2026) Details>

11:03:06

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) will release its monetary policy statement on April 14.

11:00:15

[White House Proposes Cutting Over 9,400 TSA Employees and $1.5 Billion in Budget, First Step Toward Privatization] (1) According to White House budget documents, a proposal is made to cut more than 9,400 employees and slightly more than $1.5 billion in budget from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), representing about 20% of the agency's $7.8 billion budget. The TSA currently employs about 60,000 people and is responsible for airport security operations across the United States. (2) President Trump proposed last Friday that smaller airports replace the TSA with private security companies as a first step towards privatization. The White House says this move would reduce the TSA's jobs by more than 4,500; plus another 4,800 jobs through efficiency improvements and the elimination of exit lane staffing, totaling more than 9,400 job cuts and saving more than $500 million. (3) The union representing TSA security personnel opposes privatization, arguing that it would reduce aviation security. Congress will hold hearings on the budget request later this month, with the goal of reaching a new budget agreement by September 30. Some Republican lawmakers have already pushed for the complete privatization of the TSA.

10:59:31

A chart showing support and resistance levels for commodities: Gold, Silver, Oil & Gas, Platinum, Palladium, Copper, and Agricultural Commodities Futures (April 7, 2026) Details>

10:56:42

Iran's Atomic Energy Organization: "Heavy bombs" cannot stop us from making progress in the field of nuclear technology.

10:55:38

[US-Iran Negotiations Enter Key Stage: Iran's Response "Tough" but Not a Rejection, Trump May Delay Military Action] (1) According to Axios, a US official said that Iran's response was "tough," but the White House believes it is a negotiating tactic rather than a rejection. The US is communicating with the Iranians about amendments and redrafting. (2) If Trump believes there is a possibility of reaching an agreement, he may delay military action against Iran. Trump's advisors told mediators that the president needs to see positive signs from Iran before considering a delay. One of them said, "We are at a critical moment in the negotiations, and anything can happen." (3) Two sources revealed that a large-scale US-Israeli bombing plan targeting Iranian energy facilities is ready if Trump gives the order.

10:55:03

The deputy governor of the Central Bank of Indonesia stated that the bank will purchase government bonds in the secondary market if necessary and is committed to enhancing the attractiveness of rupiah securities.

10:54:42

[Energy price surge pushes Philippine inflation to 4.1% in March, central bank faces policy test] (1) The Philippines' overall CPI rose 4.1% year-on-year in March, a significant acceleration from 2.4% in February. This is the first inflation data since the Middle East conflict, exceeding the central bank's forecast range (3.1%-3.9%) and market expectations. (2) Food and beverage, housing, water, electricity, fuel, and transportation were the three main drivers; the core inflation rate rose from 2.9% to 3.2%. The average inflation rate in the first quarter was 2.8%. (3) The Philippines is heavily reliant on Persian Gulf oil, and diesel and gasoline prices have risen by about 80% and 50% respectively compared to pre-war levels. The government has declared an energy emergency, and the central bank's policy decision on April 23 will take the latest data into account.

10:54:09

The Deputy Governor of Central Bank Indonesia stated that after the Indonesian rupiah hit a record low, the central bank intervened in the spot and non-deliverable forward (NDF) foreign exchange markets to maintain the stability of the rupiah. We do not want excessive volatility.

10:50:31

Spot platinum has just broken through the $1960.00/oz mark, and is currently trading at $1959.91/oz, down 0.99% on the day; Nymex platinum futures are currently trading at $1965.3/oz, down 0.62% on the day.

10:49:44

A U.S. official stated that Iran's response was "tough," but the White House views it as a negotiating tactic rather than a rejection. Trump would accept any agreement if possible, but it remains unclear whether Iran is ready. If Trump believes an agreement is possible, he may postpone military action against Iran.

10:49:32

Spot platinum has just broken through the $1970.00/oz mark, last trading at $1970.33/oz, down 0.46% on the day; Nymex platinum futures main contract was last trading at $1964.2/oz, down 0.67% on the day.

10:49:00

[Some Indian Refineries Postpone Maintenance to Ensure Fuel Supply] (1) Indian petroleum ministry officials said on the 6th that due to the planned maintenance of the Vadinar refinery with a daily processing capacity of 400,000 barrels by private company Nayara Energy starting on the 9th, which will lead to a tightening of domestic liquefied petroleum gas supply, coupled with the shortage of petroleum products affected by the Middle East conflict, some Indian refineries have decided to postpone equipment maintenance to ensure fuel demand. (2) Nayara Energy originally planned to conduct a one-month shutdown maintenance of the Vadinar refinery last year, but was forced to postpone the maintenance plan due to the difficulty in obtaining key materials caused by EU sanctions. (3) Industry insiders said that the shutdown maintenance is expected to last 35 to 40 days. Some oil companies, including Indian Oil Corporation and Bharat Oil Corporation, originally planned to carry out routine maintenance on some equipment, but have now decided to postpone it.

10:48:21

Spot gold just touched the $4650.00/ounce mark and is currently trading at $4650.08/ounce, unchanged for the day; COMEX gold futures are currently trading at $4675.20/ounce, down 0.20% for the day.

10:45:32

[Apple's Foldable iPhone Engineering Tests Encounter Setbacks, First Shipments May Be Delayed by Months] (1) According to Nikkei, Apple's first foldable iPhone has encountered setbacks in the engineering testing phase, which may delay mass production and shipment plans. (2) Sources familiar with the matter revealed that the engineering development problems are more complex and time-consuming than expected, and in the worst case, the first shipments may be delayed by several months. Some component suppliers have already received notifications that production plans may be postponed. (3) Apple and its suppliers are working to resolve these issues, as the shipment delays will affect the marketing strategy for this highly anticipated foldable phone.

10:44:05

US President Trump: The Artemis 2 mission paves the way for the US to return to the lunar surface soon.

10:43:54

[Mitsubishi UFJ Bank: Oil Supply Through the Strait of Hormuz Expected to Improve, Potentially Adding 3 Million Barrels Per Day] (1) Michael Wan, senior currency analyst at Mitsubishi UFJ Bank, noted in a research report that oil supply through the Strait of Hormuz may be improving. Tankers currently appear to be testing an alternative route, sailing close to the waters south of Oman out of the strait. (2) In addition, Wan mentioned that Iran announced over the weekend that Iraq is now permitted to transport oil through the strait. (3) Wan added that this could mean an additional 3 million barrels of oil per day entering the market, but there are still many unknowns regarding how Iran defines "Iraqi oil."

10:40:08

[Russia Claims Attack on Black Sea Port Maritime Transshipment Facilities] The Russian Ministry of Defense announced on April 6 that from the night of April 5 to the early morning of April 6, Ukraine used fixed-wing attack drones to attack maritime transshipment facilities at the southern Black Sea port of Novorossiysk in an attempt to disrupt the global oil and gas market and cut off the supply of petroleum products to European consumers. The announcement stated that the attack was a deliberate attack on facilities belonging to the international oil transport company, the Caspian Pipeline Union, resulting in damage to the unloading terminal pipelines and loading/unloading terminals, and fires at four oil storage tanks. Ukraine has not yet responded to the attack. (CCTV News)

10:38:52

US President Trump: Sending my most special greetings to Artemis II! Today, you made history.

10:38:40

[US Government Raises Medicare Advantage Payment Rates for 2027] (1) The US government announced Monday that it will raise the average rate paid to private insurers providing Medicare Advantage by 2.48% in 2027, up from the nearly flat 0.09% adjustment in the January draft. Combined with a 2.5% gain from risk assessment adjustments, the total increase is approximately 5%. (2) Shares of UnitedHealth Group, Hammena, and CVS rose 8% to 14% in after-hours trading following the announcement of the January draft, a stark contrast to the decline. The health insurance agency said the increase will add more than $13 billion in additional payments in 2027. (3) Morningstar analysts said the rate is a relief for investors, providing insurers with a more favorable model for predicting healthcare costs in 2027. The agency also suspended adjustments to risk assessment models to give insurers and healthcare providers time to adapt to other payment changes. Health insurance industry organizations said they will continue to work to maintain affordability of coverage during a period of rapidly rising healthcare costs.

10:36:49

[Iraqi Militia Claims 21 Attacks on US Targets in One Day] On the evening of the 6th local time, the Iraqi militia group "Islamic Resistance Organization" issued a statement claiming that it had launched 21 drone attacks against US units in Iraq and surrounding areas in the past 24 hours. Since February 28, the group has claimed 804 attacks against US units. Early on the morning of the 7th local time, according to a statement from another Iraqi militia group, the "Popular Mobilization Forces," its base in Anbar province in western Iraq had been subjected to seven rounds of airstrikes since the evening of the 6th, with no casualties reported. Furthermore, early on the morning of the 7th local time, sources from the Iraqi Kurdistan Region security department stated that a drone crashed in a village west of Erbil in the Kurdistan Region, killing two people. (CCTV News)

10:35:03

Iran firmly refuses to ceasefire; Trump issues ultimatum: Without a deal, the entire country could be wiped out overnight. Details>

10:33:49

South Korea stated that the idea of reaching a one-on-one agreement with Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz is extremely risky.

10:33:17

Spot gold has just broken through the $4,640.00/ounce mark, and is currently trading at $4,640.07/ounce, down 0.21% on the day; COMEX gold futures are currently trading at $4,665.40/ounce, down 0.41% on the day.

10:32:04

Iran, having learned from Russia's experience, continues its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, trapping Trump and oil prices. Details>

10:31:57

South Korea says the chip industry has secured a helium supply equivalent to four months' worth of usage.

10:31:39

South Korean official: It is too early to discuss a second round of supplementary budget.

10:31:06

The Nikkei 225 index closed the morning session at 53,323.41 points, down 0.17%.

10:30:43

India's oil demand rose 3.2% year-on-year to 21.37 million tons in March, and increased 5.83% month-on-month.

10:30:20

[Trump endorses former British government advisor Steve Hilton for California governorship; multiple candidates close in support] (1) US President Donald Trump on Monday endorsed former British government advisor and Fox News host Steve Hilton for California governorship. Hilton holds dual citizenship and previously served as strategic director to former British Prime Minister David Cameron. He moved to California in 2012. (2) California's primary election is scheduled for June 2, with the top two candidates (regardless of party affiliation) advancing to the final election in November. Polls show that Republican candidates Hilton and Riverside County Sheriff Bianco are close in support to three Democrats (Representative Swalwell, former Representative Porter, and billionaire activist Steyr). (3) Both Hilton and Bianco endorse Trump, but their campaigns focus on local California issues such as crime and high taxes. Incumbent Democratic Governor Newsom (who has served since 2019) is ineligible for a third term.

10:26:57

Indian Kallian Jewelry: Current geopolitical tensions in West Asia have disrupted building material supplies, impacting plans to open stores in March.

10:25:19

[Thai Stock Market Expected to Recover in April: Bank Dividends Provide Support, Easing Middle East Tensions Benefit Hotel Retail] (1) UOB analysts say the Thai stock market is expected to recover in April after a weak March. Rising oil prices had previously damaged the economic outlook and raised concerns about rising raw material costs for listed companies. (2) However, the SET index is expected to be supported by bank stocks as their dividend payments are scheduled for the end of April. (3) With the easing of tensions in the Middle East, stocks in the domestic hotel and retail sectors may also rebound.

10:23:37

A chart showing the latest China Cotton Price Index (CC Index) data (April 7, 2026): The 3128B cotton price index was 16,736 yuan/ton (3128B is the benchmark for cotton futures delivery recognized by the Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange), down 18 yuan/ton, or 0.11%. The 2227B cotton price index was 15,216 yuan/ton, down 19 yuan/ton, or 0.12%, and the 2129B cotton price index was 17,036 yuan/ton, down 29 yuan/ton, or 0.17%. FX678's specially created chart provides a summary of the latest 30 trading days of the China Cotton Price Index (CC Index). (The China Cotton Price Index is published once per trading day, quoting prices in three denominations: 3128B, 2227B, and 2129B. The Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange (ZCE) stipulates that the benchmark delivery commodity for cotton futures is domestic cotton of '3128B' grade. The spot market cotton transaction price needs to be converted to the price of 3128B cotton using a specific formula. For example, research reports will state the price of cotton from a certain origin, and then calculate its equivalent price in 3128B.)

10:22:47

The escalating tensions in the Middle East have increased demand for the US dollar as a safe haven, while weak Japanese consumption has caused the USD/JPY pair to retest the 160 level. Details>

10:21:22

[Hainan's offshore duty-free shopping revenue increased by 14.8% year-on-year during this year's Qingming Festival holiday] During the 2026 Qingming Festival holiday (April 4-6), the value of duty-free shopping in Hainan reached 279 million yuan, with 47,600 shoppers and 224,200 items, representing increases of 14.8%, 19.6%, and 10.1% respectively compared to the same period last year. The attractiveness of Hainan's offshore duty-free policy continues to rise. (CCTV News)

10:21:08

LS Electric: Considering investing in and building a rare earth magnet factory in South Korea

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