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09:04:42

Brent crude oil futures for the most active contract rose 2.01% to $98.12 per barrel on the day.

09:03:42

Brent crude oil futures, the most active contract, just broke through the $98.00/barrel mark, and are currently trading at $98.03/barrel, up 1.91% on the day.

09:03:20

[Expert Analysis: US and Iran's Lack of Concessions on Key Issues Leaves Negotiations Uncertain] Both the US and Iran have recently stated that negotiations have made progress, but it remains uncertain whether a final agreement can be reached. Experts believe that neither side has made substantial concessions on key issues, leaving the outcome of the negotiations highly uncertain. Li Zixin, Assistant Researcher at the China Institute of International Studies, stated: "Currently, the US and Iran have not shown significant retreat on some key positions regarding the nuclear issue. The US claims that Iran has agreed to abandon its highly enriched uranium, but in reality, Iran had previously expressed its willingness to accept the dilution of its highly enriched uranium within its borders. On the nuclear issue, especially the reprocessing of nuclear materials, neither side has specified how or through what path to resolve it. This issue has been left for later discussion, but how it will ultimately be resolved will face further negotiation." (CCTV)

09:03:02

Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Ryozo Himino will attend a meeting of the House of Councillors Financial Services Committee, which will begin at 10:18 a.m. local time (9:18 a.m. Beijing time).

09:02:41

The Nikkei 225 index has just broken through the 65,100.00 mark, currently trading at 65,107.62, down 0.08% on the day.

09:01:12

【6.9 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Copper Mining Area in Chile: Some Mines Suspend Operations, No Casualties but Limited Impact】 (1) Chilean authorities said a strong 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck the important mining area of Antofagasta on Monday afternoon, affecting operations at some mines, but fortunately there were no casualties and no damage to critical infrastructure. (2) The earthquake occurred in the heart of Chile, the world’s largest copper producer, but major mining companies reported limited damage. The U.S. Geological Survey recorded the depth of the earthquake as 109 kilometers. (3) A spokesperson for Codelco, Chile’s state-owned copper company, said the company had suspended some operations due to poor visibility in the mines or power outages in certain areas; while BHP and Antofagasta Minerals both said their operations were unaffected by the earthquake.

09:00:10

Brent crude oil futures rose 1.55% to $97.68 per barrel on the day.

08:56:26

Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama: We will closely monitor the impact of the situation in the Middle East on prices and the economy, and take timely measures to mitigate the impact on households.

08:55:27

The Nikkei 225 index has just broken through the 65,000.00 mark, currently trading at 65,001.77, down 0.24% on the day.

08:52:55

[Mizuho Securities: Middle East Situation Pushes Up Japanese Interest Rates, Sanae Takaichi's Measures to Curb the Trend Have Limited Effect] (1) Yusuke Matsuo, senior market economist at Mizuho Securities, said in a report that Japanese interest rates are likely to continue to rise due to the situation in the Middle East, despite Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's attempts to curb this trend. The market is worried about further global inflation, and as long as the fundamental issues of the Iranian conflict are not resolved, the upward trend in interest rates will be difficult to slow down. (2) The rise in yen interest rates is also due to two concerns: first, energy subsidies may lead to a medium-term deterioration in Japan's fiscal situation; second, the market believes that the Bank of Japan's move to raise benchmark interest rates is lagging behind the market pace. (3) The report said that Sanae Takaichi initially considered launching a supplementary budget of about 3.5 trillion yen, but ultimately decided to increase reserve funds within the scope of the reduction in the deficit of the previous fiscal year's government bonds (about 3 trillion yen), which reflects her concerns about a sharp rise in long-term interest rates. Since Japan has no additional regular government bond issuance plan, the impact on the supply and demand of government bonds in the short term is expected to be limited.

08:52:46

Spot gold has just broken through the $4,540.00/ounce mark, and is currently trading at $4,539.71/ounce, down 0.68% on the day; COMEX gold futures are currently trading at $4,542.20/ounce, up 0.42% on the day.

08:52:36

The Israeli military says it has sounded alarms for enemy aircraft infiltration in the northern Sassa region.

08:50:07

According to the Qatar News Agency, four Palestinians were injured in an Israeli attack on central Gaza.

08:49:56

[US Military Confirms Strike in Southern Iran in Self-Defense: Attacks on Missile Launchers and Mine-Laying Boats] (1) US Central Command spokesman, Navy Captain Tim Hawkins, confirmed that the US military attacked missile launchers and speedboats suspected of attempting to lay mines in southern Iran. (2) In his official response, Hawkins stated that the operation was a self-defense strike aimed at protecting US forces from “threats from Iranian forces,” and that the targets included missile launch sites and Iranian vessels attempting to lay mines. (3) The official response stated that Central Command will continue to protect US forces and maintain deterrence under the existing ceasefire regime. Fox News had previously cited a Central Command statement reporting on the US military strike.

08:49:15

Japanese Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Ryosuke Akazawa: Regardless of the situation in the Middle East, we will continue to call for energy conservation as we have done in previous years.

08:47:49

[The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is expected to keep interest rates unchanged this week; hawkish comments under the risk of stagflation may temporarily boost the New Zealand dollar] (1) The market generally expects the Reserve Bank of New Zealand to keep the official overnight cash rate (OCR) unchanged at 2.25% on Wednesday. A survey shows that 28 out of 29 economists hold this expectation; however, due to widespread inflation concerns caused by the war in Iran, slightly more than half of the economists expect at least one rate hike before the end of the year. (2) New Zealand is completely dependent on imported fuel (since the last refinery closed in 2022), and is extremely vulnerable to fluctuations in oil prices. The first quarter CPI remained stable at 3.1%, which is already higher than the central bank's target range of 1%-3%; the war has further exacerbated inflationary pressures, putting the tightening of monetary policy on the agenda. However, the economy has not yet recovered: the GDP growth rate in the fourth quarter of last year was only 1.3% year-on-year, and although the unemployment rate fell slightly to 5.3%, it is still close to a 10-year high. (3) New Zealand faces the reality of stagflation, and monetary policy alone is not a panacea; it needs to be combined with targeted fiscal intervention. If the Reserve Bank of New Zealand makes hawkish comments on Wednesday, the New Zealand dollar will likely move closer to the May high of 0.5991 against the US dollar in the short term, but strong resistance levels and a generally weak macroeconomy will limit the upward momentum.

08:47:43

The Nikkei 225 index has just broken through the 64,800.00 mark, currently trading at 64,799.88, down 0.55% on the day.

08:45:26

Goldman Sachs: Reiterates its sell rating on Tiger Brokers with a target price of $4.10.

08:40:41

The Nikkei 225 index has just broken through the 64,900.00 mark, currently trading at 64,896.64, down 0.40% on the day.

08:31:19

[US Treasury yields fall across the board as market remains optimistic about a potential US-Iran deal] (1) US financial markets resumed trading after a holiday break, with yields falling across the board as investors became more optimistic about a possible US-Iran deal: the two-year yield fell 7 basis points to 4.05%, the ten-year yield fell 7 basis points to 4.49%, and the thirty-year yield fell 5 basis points to 5.02%. (2) Trump said negotiations with Iran on a temporary agreement to extend the ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz were "progressing well." (3) Abbas Keshwani, an analyst at RBC Capital Markets, said the market will remain cautious given previous disappointments in hopes of a deal; however, progress in negotiations could lead to further declines in energy prices and inflation expectations, thus depressing yields.

08:30:54

According to media reports, the union in Samsung's non-chip division has applied for an injunction to prevent the union in the memory chip division from holding a vote on pay raises.

08:30:28

The Nikkei 225 index has just broken through the 65,000.00 mark, currently trading at 65,005.55, down 0.23% on the day.

08:30:02

[Iran War Impacts US Agricultural Loans: Soaring Costs, Rising Loan Demand, and Increased Bank Attention] (1) The Middle East conflict has led to soaring fuel and fertilizer costs, posing new challenges for US farmers following Trump's tariffs last year that suppressed agricultural exports. To cope with rising costs, farmers' demand for loans continues to increase. A Chicago Fed survey shows that agricultural loan demand increased year-over-year for the 10th consecutive quarter in the first quarter, while the loan repayment rate index declined for the 10th consecutive quarter. (2) Farmers are cutting back on spending: reducing planting, switching to low-fertilizer crops, or reducing fertilizer use to control costs, but this increases the risk of reduced yields. Banks have noticed that customers are spending more cautiously, with fewer new land purchases and equipment sales. Some banks saw an increase in agricultural loan delinquencies in the first quarter, with loans overdue for more than 90 days increasing, and set aside additional reserves (such as $1.2 million to $1.8 million) for this purpose. (3) Trump's tariffs have already severely damaged agriculture, with the number of farm bankruptcies across the US expected to surge by more than 40% year-over-year by 2025. The rising costs brought about by the Iran war may exacerbate the situation. While government loan guarantees and subsidies provide some protection for banks, they are closely monitoring their clients. Experts point out that soaring diesel prices will drive up costs at every stage, from planting and harvesting to transportation, and small farmers are particularly sensitive to rising costs.

08:28:47

The Nikkei 225 index has just broken through the 64,900.00 mark, currently trading at 64,929.03, down 0.35% on the day.

08:23:54

[Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Uses Rats and Cats to Describe Enemies and Allies] Early this morning (May 26th) local time, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Bagaei posted on social media, quoting a passage from Shamsdin Tabriz's poetry collection: "Ten thousand rats, though arriving noisily, dare not cast a glance at the lion-like cat. The cat's imposing majesty has already shattered their gathering. Know that the cat's very essence is a perfectly unified whole." The post also included an image depicting a map of Iran as a Persian cat. This post was shared by Iranian media, who pointed out that Iran possesses internal cohesion and an unshakeable will, while its external enemies, though numerous, cannot match it in terms of spirit and strategic deterrence, and will ultimately collapse. (CCTV International News)

08:20:08

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney: We are negotiating a free trade agreement with India. This will bring significant changes to Canadian workers and businesses, opening up a huge new market.

08:19:55

[Iranian President Orders Restoration of Internet Access After Nearly 90-Day Shutdown Due to Conflict] (1) According to Iranian media reports, President Pezechzian has ordered the restoration of international internet access after a 90-day shutdown due to conflict with the United States and Israel. The specific method and timing of the restoration are currently unclear. (2) Data from NetBlocks, a global network status tracking organization, shows that the vast majority of Iranians have been unable to access the international internet for 87 consecutive days, with only a very small number bypassing the restrictions through expensive VPNs. (3) The Iranian authorities initially imposed the internet shutdown on January 8 due to nationwide anti-government protests, and gradually restored it in February; however, following the US-Israeli airstrikes against Iran on February 28, the authorities restarted the shutdown. Under normal circumstances, Iran has implemented strict censorship of the global internet and increasingly relies on internal networks (such as school networks used for online teaching) to provide services that do not have access to the international internet.

08:19:34

The Nikkei 225 index has just broken through the 64,700.00 mark, currently trading at 64,682.33, down 0.73% on the day.

08:19:33

[Wash Sworn In as Fed Chairman, Market Expectations Rise for Rate Hike] (1) On May 22, local time, Kevin Warsh was sworn in as Chairman of the Federal Reserve in Washington, D.C. President Trump held an inauguration ceremony for him at the White House and emphasized his desire for Warsh to remain "completely independent." This ceremony was not held at the Fed headquarters as is customary, but at the White House. The last time this arrangement was made was when Greenspan took office. (2) In his speech, Warsh said that he would lead a "reform-oriented" Fed, fulfilling his responsibilities of controlling inflation and achieving full employment, with the core mission of maintaining price stability and achieving maximum employment. He also said that he intends to perform his duties with the same energy and clear goals as Greenspan. (3) The minutes of the Fed meeting in April showed that there were significant internal policy differences, but the hawkish stance was further strengthened. As of May 22, 2026, the yield on two-year Treasury bonds rose to 4.13%, slightly higher than the federal funds target rate of 3.75%. This yield serves as an indicator of market expectations regarding interest rate policy and may reflect that investors are adjusting their positions in anticipation of a possible rate hike in the coming months.

08:10:12

The yield on the 10-year US Treasury bond fell by 1.38% to 4.492% during the day.

08:10:03

[Japan has been overtaken by Germany, losing its title as the world's largest creditor nation for the first time in 34 years] (1) According to the Ministry of Finance of Japan, Japan's net external assets will increase to 561.8 trillion yen (about US$3.5 trillion) by the end of 2025. (2) In the previous year (2024), Japan was overtaken by Germany, losing its title as the world's largest creditor nation for the first time in 34 years; Germany will remain in first place in 2025 with net external assets of 675.5 trillion yen. (3) Net external assets refer to the overseas assets held by residents minus the domestic assets held by foreigners, adjusted for exchange rate fluctuations. This indicator roughly reflects the cumulative current account balance over a period of time.

08:09:19

[US Treasury Yield Spread Narrows to One-Year Low as Markets Bet on Fed Maintaining High Interest Rates for Longer Under Warsh's Leadership] (1) A key indicator of US Treasury yield spreads has narrowed to its lowest level in a year: the spread between the 5-year and 30-year Treasury yields has fallen to about 81 basis points, the lowest since May 2025. This is an important indicator of the premium investors are willing to pay for holding long-term US Treasuries. (2) This move was mainly driven by a sell-off in short-term US Treasuries, which are more sensitive to changes in Fed policy expectations. Traders have therefore increased their bets that the Fed may keep interest rates at higher levels for a longer period under the leadership of new Chairman Kevin Warsh. (3) As of last Friday's close, the spread between the 2-year and 30-year yields also narrowed to its lowest level since July.

08:09:02

[Codelco Union Threatens to Protest Back Bonuses] (1) One of the largest unions at Codelco, Chile's state-owned copper company, has vowed to resist any attempt to return bonuses. (2) The consequences of the company's overstatement of copper production continue to unfold. It was previously discovered that last year's production figures were overstated by approximately 2%, resulting in over 6,000 workers, executives, and professionals receiving an additional $14 million in bonuses. (3) Hernán Guerrero, president of the Sindicato Chuquicamata union, which represents approximately 1,300 workers, said they would protest if the company demanded the return of bonuses linked to last year's production targets. He stated, "We met our production targets, and not a single penny will be returned."

08:05:40

The Nikkei 225 index has just broken through the 64,800.00 mark, currently trading at 64,789.50, down 0.57% on the day.

08:05:09

The Nikkei 225 index has just broken through the 64,900.00 mark, currently trading at 64,846.91, down 0.48% on the day.

08:03:39

The Nikkei 225 index has just broken through the 65,000.00 mark, currently trading at 64,986.78, down 0.26% on the day.

08:02:28

The Nikkei 225 index has just broken through the 65,100.00 mark, currently trading at 65,080.80, down 0.12% on the day.

08:02:08

Spot gold has just broken through the $4,550.00/ounce mark, and is currently trading at $4,549.41/ounce, down 0.46% on the day; COMEX gold futures are currently trading at $4,552.50/ounce, up 0.65% on the day.

08:01:48

The Nikkei 225 index has just broken through the 65200.00 mark, currently trading at 65199.61, up 0.06% on the day.

08:00:53

According to an announcement on Chevron's official website, the company plans to shut down 1.5 to 2 production lines at the Whitstone LNG export facility in Australia for maintenance between October 7 and November 19.

08:00:45

ASX: Reaffirms 2026 financial year performance guidance.

08:00:37

The Nikkei 225 index has just broken through the 65,300.00 mark, currently trading at 65,309.19, up 0.23% on the day.

08:00:17

The Nikkei 225 index opened at 65,247.24 points this morning, up 0.14%.

07:51:18

Lebanese military sources said that on May 25, Israeli fighter jets bombed 47 settlements in southern and eastern Lebanon.

07:41:33

[Trump Proposes New Options for Handling Iran's Enriched Uranium] On the afternoon of March 25th, Eastern Time, US President Trump posted on social media, stating that Iran's enriched uranium could either be returned to the US for destruction or destroyed in Iran under international supervision. Trump wrote that Iran's enriched uranium "should either be handed over to the United States immediately" for destruction, or "better still, destroyed in place or at another acceptable location, in close cooperation and coordination with the Islamic Republic of Iran," with the entire process and related matters to be witnessed by the "Atomic Energy Commission" or an equivalent agency. It is unclear whether the "Atomic Energy Commission" Trump referred to is the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). CNN believes that compared to Trump's previous statements, this statement shows that he is "open" to Iran's participation in the process of disposing of enriched uranium. (Xinhua)

07:37:44

Russian Foreign Ministry’s European Affairs Director General Maslennikov said that the EU has not yet reached an agreement on the content of negotiations with Moscow, and whether they can achieve this remains a big question.

07:36:49

Spot silver fell 1.05% on the day, closing at $77.25 per ounce; COMEX silver futures were last quoted at $77.39 per ounce, up 1.57% on the day.

07:35:49

Spot platinum has just broken through the $1960.00/oz mark, last trading at $1959.85/oz, down 0.31% on the day; Nymex platinum futures main contract was last trading at $1972.6/oz, up 1.70% on the day.

07:35:39

The US dollar index just touched the 99.00 mark, last trading at 99.00, up 0.05% on the day.

07:35:28

Spot gold has just broken through the $4,560.00/ounce mark, and is currently trading at $4,559.64/ounce, down 0.24% on the day; COMEX gold futures are currently trading at $4,562.10/ounce, up 0.86% on the day.

07:30:40

[Amid US-Iran Peace Talks, Netanyahu Announces Increased Crackdown on Hezbollah] 1. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Monday that he would intensify the crackdown on Hezbollah in Lebanon. This comes as the United States and Iran intensify negotiations to seek a peace agreement to end the conflict in the Middle East. Previously, Iran had demanded that Lebanon cease its hostilities against Israel as part of a condition for reaching an agreement with the United States to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. 2. Reports indicate that a potential draft agreement between the US and Iran does indeed include clauses to end the war between Israel and the Iranian-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon. Netanyahu spoke with US President Trump on Saturday evening regarding this, with Trump reiterating that "Israel has the right to defend its security from threats from all directions, including those from Lebanon." 3. Netanyahu also stated that he and Trump agree that the final agreement with Iran "must completely eliminate the nuclear threat." 4. Monday's military action was triggered by a series of exchanges of fire. Earlier that day, a Hezbollah-launched explosive drone landed in the northern Israeli border town of Metura, hitting a residential house; simultaneously, a rocket aimed at Israel was successfully intercepted by the Israeli Air Force. In response, the Israel Defense Forces launched a large-scale airstrike against Hezbollah infrastructure targets in southern Lebanon. 5. A statement released by the Israeli military on Telegram stated that it had struck more than 70 Hezbollah military targets within Lebanon. Local residents and medical institutions reported that the airstrikes killed at least seven people and injured dozens more. The Israeli military also issued evacuation warnings to about 10 villages and towns in southern Lebanon, urging residents to move to a safe area at least one kilometer away. 6. According to Iran's semi-official Fars News Agency, just hours after Netanyahu announced further airstrikes against Lebanon, a large explosion was heard near the Strait of Hormuz, close to the Iranian coastal cities of Sirik and Jask. As of now, Iranian officials have not provided a clear explanation for the specific cause of the explosion, nor have they directly linked it to the Israeli military operation.

07:30:28

May 26th Financial Breakfast: Expectations of a US-Iran peace agreement weaken the dollar, supporting gold prices; US oil dips below the $90 mark; caution is warranted regarding the risk of renewed fighting during negotiations. Details>

07:30:02

Gold Trading Alert: With a glimmer of hope for a Middle East peace agreement emerging, oil prices collapsing and the dollar plunging, is gold poised for a major price surge? Details>

07:27:25

Spot gold has just broken through the $4,570.00/ounce mark, and is currently trading at $4,569.77/ounce, down 0.02% on the day; COMEX gold futures are currently trading at $4,571.70/ounce, up 1.07% on the day.

07:18:47

According to Iran's official student news agency, at least three people were killed in the US attack on two Iranian ships.

07:18:32

Spot gold just touched the $4,580.00/ounce mark and is currently trading at $4,580.00/ounce, up 0.21% on the day; COMEX gold futures are currently trading at $4,582.30/ounce, up 1.31% on the day.

07:17:49

The U.S. Central Command stated that the U.S. strike operation has temporarily ended.

07:11:32

[Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Israeli President Isaac Herzog Speak by Phone, Focusing on Middle East Situation and Gaza Flotilla Incident] 1. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Israeli President Isaac Herzog spoke by phone on May 25, focusing on the latest developments in the Middle East conflict and seeking ways to de-escalate regional tensions. 2. During the call, Carney stated that Israel's treatment of civilians, including Canadian citizens, during the interception of the Gaza aid flotilla was "shocking" and "unacceptable," and he has requested an independent investigation by Israel. 3. While condemning the handling of the situation, Carney reiterated Canada's position on safeguarding Israel's security and its right to self-defense under international law, and emphasized the importance of protecting civilians and civilian infrastructure. 4. Carney called for a "two-state solution" through negotiations, advocating for the establishment of an independent Palestinian state that coexists peacefully and securely with Israel, while reiterating opposition to Israel's illegal settlement expansion in the West Bank and violence against Palestinian civilians. 5. Both sides emphasized the importance of resuming substantive dialogue among all parties and maintaining stability in key maritime passages such as the Strait of Hormuz, and welcomed Lebanon's efforts to restart dialogue.

07:10:47

[US Says Strike on Iranian Ships Was "Defensive," Not End to Ceasefire] 1. According to Fox News, a senior US official revealed the latest details of the US strikes on Iranian targets. The official stated that the US military detected two Iranian ships laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz and subsequently destroyed them. 2. In addition, the US military also struck a surface-to-air missile site located in Bandar Abbas. The US stated that the site was targeting US warplanes at the time, posing a direct threat. 3. The senior official emphasized that the above actions were "defensive strikes" and do not signify the end of the fragile ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran. Two sources also confirmed that this exchange of fire should not be considered the end of the ceasefire.

07:10:10

Nymex crude oil futures for the most active contract have just broken through the $91.00/barrel mark, currently trading at $91.01/barrel, down 5.79% on the day.

07:06:18

The annual rate of the UK's BRC Store price index for May

Previous : 1% Forecast : -

Published Value 1.20%

07:00:07

Nymex crude oil futures for the most active contract fell 6.08% on the day, closing at $90.73 per barrel.

06:58:43

[Tensions Escalate in the Strait of Hormuz: US Responds to Iranian Attacks, Claims Ceasefire Will Not Be Violated] According to Fox News, citing a spokesperson for the US Central Command, US forces conducted a self-defense strike mission in southern Iran. The US military struck multiple targets, including missile launch sites, and took action against Iranian vessels attempting to lay mines.

06:57:47

Spot palladium has just broken through the $1400.00/oz mark, last trading at $1400.35/oz, up 0.26% on the day; Nymex palladium futures are last trading at $1407.50/oz, up 3.47% on the day.

06:52:18

A chart showing support and resistance levels for 18 major forex pairs: USD + EUR/JPY + Commodity Currencies + Emerging Market Currencies (May 26, 2026) Details>

06:50:41

[US and Russian Foreign Ministers Hold Phone Call to Discuss Russia-Ukraine Conflict, Bilateral Relations, and Iran Situation] 1. The US State Department announced that Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov held a phone conversation. 2. During the call, the two exchanged views on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, US-Russia bilateral relations, and the current situation in Iran.

06:50:01

A chart showing support and resistance levels for commodities: Gold, Silver, Oil & Gas, Platinum, Palladium, Copper, and Agricultural Commodities Futures (May 26, 2026) Details>

06:47:24

[Institutional Views: South Korean Bond Market Oversaturated with Interest Rate Hike Expectations, Short-Term Bonds Present a Buying Opportunity] 1. NH Amundi Asset Management points out that the South Korean bond market has already priced in too many central bank interest rate hike expectations, creating a good buying opportunity for short-term bonds. 2. Han Soo-il, the company's executive director, stated in an interview that 1-2 year South Korean government bonds are "cheap" at current price levels. He emphasized that the interest rate swap market reflects market expectations of multiple 25 basis point rate hikes by the first half of 2027, a pricing that is unrealistic. 3. Han Soo-il further analyzed, "The interest rate hike cycle hasn't even started yet, and the market has already priced in four to five rate hikes in advance, which is extremely unusual." 4. Looking ahead to the upcoming policy meeting, Han Soo-il believes the key focus will not be the Bank of Korea's short-term economic outlook for this year, but rather its assessment of GDP growth in 2027—this will help measure the sustainability of the AI chip boom. 5. He anticipates that the Bank of Korea will forecast economic growth of 1.9% in 2027 and raise interest rates once in July, followed by a prolonged period of inactivity.

06:44:50

[Chilean Copper Giant Codelco: Earthquake Affects Mining Operations, Some Processes Under Inspection] 1. Chile's state-owned copper company, Codelco, stated that the earthquake in the Antofagasta region has affected its mines, and some operational processes are under inspection. 2. Due to poor visibility in the open-pit mines and localized power outages, some production operations have been forced to halt.

06:36:43

[Rumors that Qatar provided $12 billion to facilitate a deal with Iran are false; spokesperson denies it as a smear campaign] 1. A Qatari official spokesperson issued a statement saying that reports of Qatar providing $12 billion to Iran to facilitate a related agreement are completely false. 2. The spokesperson pointed out that those spreading this claim intend to undermine the agreement itself and obstruct the current diplomatic process aimed at easing tensions and achieving stability in the region. 3. Qatar has consistently collaborated with regional partners in diplomatic mediation efforts, and all related actions are documented. The statement emphasized that such false claims are nothing more than a clumsy attempt to smear Qatar's reputation as a reliable mediator for international peace.

06:27:55

A 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck northern Chile on May 25, according to the National Seismological Center of the University of Chile. No casualties or damage have been reported so far. The earthquake occurred at 5:52 p.m. local time (5:52 a.m. Beijing time on May 26), with its epicenter located 20 kilometers northeast of Calama, Antofagasta, at a depth of 114 kilometers. The Chilean Navy's Hydrographic and Oceanographic Service tsunami warning department stated that the earthquake would not trigger a tsunami. Chile is located in the Pacific Ring of Fire, a region prone to earthquakes. (Xinhua)

06:27:17

[Israeli Prime Minister Says Israel is at War with Hezbollah] Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu posted a video on social media on the evening of May 25, stating that Israel is "at war with Hezbollah in Lebanon." He has ordered an "escalation of the offensive against Hezbollah." Following Netanyahu's video, the Israeli military announced a large-scale attack on "Hezbollah targets" in the Bekaa Valley of eastern Lebanon. Residents in the southern suburbs of Beirut, the Lebanese capital, began fleeing. The southern suburbs of Beirut are considered "important Hezbollah strongholds." Despite US President Trump's announcement of a temporary ceasefire that began on April 16 and which has been extended multiple times, clashes between Israel and Hezbollah continue. The Israeli military has maintained a large presence in southern Lebanon, with its air force continuously striking so-called "Hezbollah strongholds," while ground troops have destroyed towns allegedly controlled by Hezbollah. (CCTV)

06:26:43

[Trump Demands Signing of the "Abraham Accords" First; Saudi Arabia Responds] According to Saudi Arabia's Al Arabiya TV on the 25th, regarding US President Trump's call for Saudi Arabia and other countries to sign the "Abraham Accords" and normalize relations with Israel before the US reaches an agreement with Iran, a Saudi source stated that Saudi Arabia's position remains unchanged. The source stated that Saudi Arabia's position on the Palestinian issue remains unchanged, believing that "an irreversible path to Palestinian statehood is needed." The report cited Saudi Arabia's long-standing position, noting that Saudi Arabia has repeatedly emphasized that normalization of relations with Israel will not be achieved if Palestinians cannot establish a state. (Xinhua)

06:08:13

An Axios reporter pointed out that Trump's latest remarks on Iran's enriched uranium seem to indicate that the United States has softened its stance on the issue of enriched uranium stockpiles and is increasingly moving closer to Iran's position.

06:07:44

[The probability of a Fed rate hike this year has fallen to 48%, compared to approximately 67% on Monday morning and 56% on Monday afternoon.] According to CME's "FedWatch": The probability of the Fed keeping interest rates unchanged by June is 99.9%, with a 0.1% probability of a cumulative 25 basis point rate cut. The probability of the Fed keeping interest rates unchanged by July is 90.3%, with a 9.6% probability of a cumulative 25 basis point rate hike and a 0.1% probability of a cumulative 25 basis point rate cut. The probability of the Fed keeping interest rates unchanged by December is 52%, with a 48% probability of at least a 25 basis point rate hike and a 0.1% probability of a 25 basis point rate cut.

06:02:14

The euro just touched the 185.00 level against the yen, and is currently trading at 185.01, unchanged for the day.

06:00:23

Spot platinum has just broken through the $1970.00/ounce mark, last trading at $1970.09/ounce, up 0.22% on the day; Nymex platinum futures main contract was last trading at $1979.0/ounce, up 2.03% on the day.

06:00:14

The Australian dollar just touched the 114.00 level against the Japanese yen, and is currently trading at 114.00, up 0.05% on the day.

06:00:03

Nymex crude oil futures for the most active contract have just broken through the $91.00/barrel mark, currently trading at $91.02/barrel, down 5.78% on the day.

05:55:15

Market News: A 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck the Antofagasta region of Chile.

05:49:30

US President Trump posted on his Truth Social Network that there are two options for dealing with Iran's enriched uranium (nuclear material): either hand it over to the United States immediately for destruction, or the more recommended option is for the United States and Iran to cooperate in destroying it on-site in Iran or at another location agreed upon by both parties, with the entire destruction process witnessed by the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran or an organization of equivalent level.

05:47:03

Trump stated that high-enriched uranium materials should either be handed over to the United States or destroyed directly.

05:36:51

Chile's finance minister stated that the Chilean government will take into account various factors and make every effort to avoid further increasing the debt.

05:35:41

Chile's finance minister stated that the Chilean government may apply for new borrowing authority.

05:23:16

According to Iran's Mehr News Agency, the local response to the explosion in the eastern part of Bandar Abbas has been completed and the situation is under control. Local residents need not panic.

05:17:33

Chilean authorities estimate that the country's fiscal deficit is projected to reach 2.4% of GDP in 2026.

05:16:23

The FTSE China A50 Index futures main contract closed up 0.25% at 15,617 points in the night session.

05:05:05

According to Al Jazeera, citing an Iranian official, Tehran has issued a clear warning to the United States: any Israeli attack on Beirut and its southern suburbs would severely hinder the ceasefire process and could even force the current diplomatic efforts to be interrupted.

05:02:48

According to the British Daily Mail, Vice President Vance is becoming increasingly isolated within the Trump administration after Tulsi Gabbard resigned. His non-interventionist stance on Iran has clashed with Trump's position, while Secretary of State Rubio's influence continues to rise.

04:54:55

On the 25th, the Spanish health authorities announced that the country had confirmed one new case of hantavirus infection. The patient was an evacuee from the cruise ship "Hundius".

04:52:32

The head of Chile's mining sector said that Maximo Pacheco, president of Codelco, has resigned, a move that will usher in a new phase of development for the company.

04:30:59

According to Iran's Mehr News Agency, an explosion was heard in Bandar Abbas, Iran, but the exact cause of the explosion is currently unknown.

04:25:21

According to Al Jazeera, Ibrahim Aziz, chairman of the Iranian parliament's National Security Committee, pointed out that even if any agreement is reached between Iran and the United States, it does not mean that the confrontation between Iran and the United States will end. He also stated that this conflict is "fundamental and existential" for Tehran.

04:19:36

According to Al Jazeera, a source familiar with the talks between a high-level Iranian delegation and Doha officials revealed that, through Qatar's mediation, the United States and Iran have reached an agreement on the issue of frozen Iranian financial assets. The source further stated that, given this issue concerns the core interests of the Iranian people, the US and Iran are highly likely to officially announce the details of the agreement the following day.

04:03:45

The Toronto Stock Exchange Composite Index closed at a record high, surpassing the previous record set on March 2. As Canada's core securities trading market, the Toronto Stock Exchange Composite Index typically reflects the overall performance of Canadian listed companies. This record closing high is closely related to a combination of factors, including recent commodity price movements and strong Canadian economic data.

03:46:33

According to market sources, an Iranian opposition camp north of Erbil, Iraq, was attacked by rockets, injuring two militants in the incident.

03:13:56

French President Emmanuel Macron said he met and consulted with the Thai Prime Minister during the latter's visit to France.

03:08:03

The Russian Foreign Ministry issued a statement urging all foreign nationals, including diplomatic personnel and related staff, to evacuate Kyiv as soon as possible.

02:59:02

An official familiar with the Iranian delegation's visit to Doha revealed that the talks between Iran and the Qatari Prime Minister focused on two main issues: the situation in the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's highly enriched uranium reserves. The Governor of the Central Bank of Iran also attended the talks, where all parties discussed matters related to unfreezing Iranian assets under the framework of a final agreement.

02:57:17

Mexico's current account as a proportion of GDP in the first quarter - unadjusted seasonally

Previous : 1.60% Forecast : -

Published Value -3.10%

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