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02:00:31

Azerbaijan's draft budget for 2027 projects the country's GDP to grow by 2.7% for the year.

02:00:30

Azerbaijan's average annual inflation rate is projected to be 5.3% in 2027.

02:00:24

Spot platinum has just broken through the $1780.00/oz mark, last trading at $1776.57/oz, down 0.08% on the day; Nymex platinum futures are last trading at $1788.5/oz, up 0.65% on the day.

02:00:24

Michelle, head of global fixed income at JPMorgan Chase, said: "We are using cash to fund our purchases of long-term government bonds."

02:00:21

The Federal Reserve announced that it would raise the benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to a range of 3.75%-4.00%, marking the first rate hike since Warsh took office as Fed chairman.

02:00:18

Gold futures prices on the New York Mercantile Exchange broke through $4,410 per ounce, with an intraday gain of 1.79%. As a safe-haven asset that is highly sensitive to global economic trends, inflation expectations, and geopolitical changes, the recent fluctuations in gold prices have attracted widespread attention from investors. Future price movements will be closely related to factors such as the Federal Reserve's monetary policy direction and the development of international risk events.

02:00:14

Spot gold has just broken through the $4,350.00/ounce mark, and is currently trading at $4,343.46/ounce, up 1.15% on the day; COMEX gold futures are currently trading at $4,392.40/ounce, up 1.38% on the day.

01:58:08

A U.S. Central Command spokesperson said that U.S. advisors are providing support to Saudi partners.

01:57:57

Michelle, Global Head of Fixed Income at JPMorgan: We fund our purchases of long-term Treasury bonds with cash.

01:57:56

Michelle, Global Head of Fixed Income at JPMorgan Chase: We have been buying long-term government bonds in the United States, Japan, and Australia.

01:57:55

Michelle, global head of fixed income at JPMorgan Chase: Bessant has done everything it can to stabilize long-term interest rates.

01:57:54

Michelle, Global Head of Fixed Income at JPMorgan Chase: This may be the last time we see a dot plot.

01:35:11

The Final Stage of Fed Rate Hikes: The Impact of Expectations for a Single Rate Hike on Global Markets Details>

01:09:13

Flight radar message: A U.S. Air Force KC-46 tanker aircraft is currently near the coast of New Jersey and its transponder has issued a 7700 general emergency code.

01:08:59

Dow Chemical stated that direct exposure to tariff risks remains at a very low level.

01:08:43

[EU to Establish "Climate Insurance Coalition" to Combat Extreme Weather] European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced on the 16th that the EU will establish a "climate insurance coalition" to address the increasing frequency of extreme weather events and improve insurance coverage for climate disasters. This summer, many parts of Europe experienced drought, wildfires, and multiple heat waves, causing casualties and property damage. Currently, only a quarter of climate-related economic losses in the EU are covered by insurance. The newly introduced insurance plan will attempt to address this issue. In addition, the EU will improve its early warning system for high temperatures and strengthen drought risk management. (CCTV News)

01:06:55

[Night Trading Futures Closing] International copper futures closed up 0.56%, Shanghai copper futures closed up 0.49%, Shanghai aluminum futures closed up 0.54%, Shanghai zinc futures closed up 0.02%, Shanghai lead futures closed up 0.32%, Shanghai nickel futures closed up 0.52%, and Shanghai tin futures closed up 1.24%. Alumina futures closed up 0.04%, and aluminum alloy futures closed up 0.97%. Stainless steel futures closed up 0.85%.

01:05:39

Türkiye's Ministry of Finance stated that the Turkish Financial Stability Committee will hold a meeting on Thursday.

01:05:38

Türkiye's Foreign Ministry demands an immediate halt to these attacks that threaten regional stability and security.

01:05:09

Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary Rezaei: We absolutely do not trust the United States.

01:01:28

Spot platinum has just broken through the $1780.00/oz mark, last trading at $1779.78/oz, up 0.10% on the day; Nymex platinum futures are last trading at $1785.6/oz, up 0.48% on the day.

00:56:34

Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has urged India to strictly abide by international law and bilateral agreements, including those related to the prevention of maritime accidents.

00:56:33

Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Indian ships conducted aggressive maneuvers at close range during the Pakistan Navy's biennial exercises.

00:56:14

[Argentine Foreign Minister: Argentina-China Relations Are in a Very Good Period] Argentine Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno stated on the 15th that relations between Argentina and China are currently in a "very good" period. Speaking at a National Day reception hosted by the Chinese Embassy in Buenos Aires, Quirno said that the Argentine government is working to expand market and trade openness, and during this period, the Chinese government has provided important support to Argentina, including the renewal of the bilateral currency swap agreement. Quirno emphasized that the Argentine government adheres to the one-China principle and thanked China for supporting Argentina's legitimate claim to sovereignty over the Falkland Islands (Malvinas Islands). Quirno expressed hope to further deepen bilateral relations. (Xinhua)

00:45:25

U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson announced that the House of Representatives will leave Washington early to begin a seven-week recess for the midterm elections, postponing the planned impeachment vote against Defense Secretary Hergese over his handling of the Iran conflict. Republicans will complete their final round of voting on Wednesday, which includes a Russian sanctions bill, and will reconvene after the November elections.

00:43:16

NATO Secretary General Rutte: NATO 3.0 is the most significant transformation the alliance has undergone in a generation. We have enough confidence in NATO to accept our differences and have enough strength to overcome them, because we are united on core principles to defend our people, freedom, and democracy. We have always been this way, and we will always remain so.

00:43:11

Heine Capital has reached a 30-year contract with Mercuria for the Choco gold mine in Venezuela, with the possibility of renewal.

00:41:47

The chief financial officer of Union Pacific said that U.S. diesel prices have risen to about $5.25-$5.30 per gallon from the third quarter forecast of about $4.25 per gallon.

00:37:43

Sources say that National Fuel Gas, an American energy company, is exploring strategic options for its natural gas production business.

00:37:42

Sources say that if National Gas Group sells its Seneca Resources and related pipeline assets, the business could be valued at around $5 billion.

00:37:40

Market news: German automotive parts manufacturer Continental will seek a long-term CPP agreement with Venezuela's state-owned oil company PDVSA.

00:36:47

According to Swedish Television (SVT), the center-left bloc in Sweden is expected to win the election.

00:35:55

[Strategist: The Fed is right to act now] Tom Hughlick, CEO of Strategy Asset Managers: We believe the Fed is right to act now rather than wait, as raising rates again will be more difficult as the midterm elections (October) approach.

00:21:32

According to the Russian Federal State Statistics Service, Russia's producer price index (PPI) rose 6.5% year-on-year and 0.9% month-on-month in August.

00:19:00

Claude: Claude Cowork and Chat are now integrated into a unified Claude product.

00:18:43

[Urban President Ursula von der Leyen's State of the Union Address Focuses on Competitiveness and Energy Security] European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated in her 2026 State of the Union address to the European Parliament on March 16 that reviving the economy is the EU's top priority. The EU will accelerate single market reforms and reduce energy costs and administrative burdens to enhance economic competitiveness. (Xinhua)

00:14:19

[Institution: Uncertain Interest Rate Outlook to be a Reason to Buy Short-Term Bonds] Diamond Hill analyst Henry Song stated that uncertainty in the bond market requires investors to allocate funds to short-term assets with attractive yields. He expects today's Fed decision to have little impact on war-induced inflation, thus the outlook remains uncertain. Song also pointed out that Treasury Secretary Bessant's efforts to control long-term yields are futile because the market "has seen through his bluff." Song's strategy is to buy "a large amount of currently very high-yielding short-term assets" and remain flexible. If interest rates do rise, he can redeploy funds when bonds mature. "It's like a dance, trying to maintain portfolio yields while preserving future flexibility."

00:13:45

[A Summary of Wall Street Expectations for Warsh's Speech Today] Major Wall Street banks are closely watching how Kevin Warsh will articulate the subsequent policy path if the Fed raises rates today: Barclays: Warsh is expected to emphasize robust economic growth, near-full employment, and persistently high inflation, largely continuing his previous hawkish stance. Bank of Montreal: Warsh will not make a clear commitment to further rate hikes, characterizing the current moderate tightening as a risk management measure to avoid the need for larger rate hikes in the future. Bank of America: Warsh faces a difficult balance. If he signals consecutive rate hikes, the market may price in a tightening of more than 100 basis points; however, a dovish stance would weaken market confidence in the Fed's 2% inflation target. Citigroup: No further forward guidance is expected; Warsh will reiterate that inflation remains a challenge and work remains to be done. Deutsche Bank: They hope to obtain clear information on the extent of further tightening needed. Warsh may describe this policy cycle as a reversal of last year's 75 basis point risk-hedging rate cuts, bringing policy back to a sufficiently restrictive level. Goldman Sachs: Warsh is expected to emphasize a careful assessment of new economic data, or wait for multiple inflation reports before deciding on the next policy move. JPMorgan Chase: Limited policy details are expected, but Warsh may focus more on economic data compared to previous press conferences. Nomura Securities: No clear guidance on the next policy move is expected; policy direction will heavily depend on monthly inflation data. Standard Chartered Bank: The market will focus on tariffs and inflation, paying attention to whether the impact of tariffs is temporary, and whether the Fed should wait for clearer evidence before further tightening. TD Bank: If the Fed raises rates today, further tightening is highly likely, putting significant communication pressure on Warsh. UBS: Limited forward guidance is expected, but the rate hike itself will enhance the persuasiveness of Warsh's hawkish rhetoric.

00:07:30

[Ukrainian Foreign Ministry: Preparations Underway for Zelensky-Trump Meeting] On the 16th local time, Ukrainian Foreign Ministry spokesman Tishi stated that Ukraine and the United States are preparing for a meeting between Ukrainian President Zelensky and US President Trump. He said that the teams of both countries are studying the possibility of holding a presidential meeting and its content, hoping to make the meeting "as substantive as possible." (CCTV News)

00:07:07

The Atlanta Fed's GDPNow model projects third-quarter GDP growth at 5.1%, compared to 4.42% previously.

00:06:54

Italian Prime Minister Meloni: I hope to remain in power until the end of this parliamentary term.

00:06:51

Italian Prime Minister Meloni: As long as I retain a stable majority of seats, I will continue to govern.

00:06:28

[Saudi Pipeline May Restore Half Capacity Within Days] Saudi Arabia is attempting to restore approximately half of the capacity of its East-West crude oil pipeline within days by bypassing the section damaged in last week's drone attack. Saudi Aramco aims to achieve full capacity restoration within about six weeks. The pipeline has become a crucial alternative route in the face of shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, so even a partial restart is expected to alleviate supply concerns; Brent crude is currently trading above $107.

00:06:03

[OpenAI Questions Secret Agreement Between Apple and Musk] A federal judge has ruled that SpaceX and SpaceX AI must disclose their agreement with Apple after OpenAI attempted to obtain the terms of the agreement in Musk's antitrust case. SpaceX recently settled its lawsuit against Apple but continues to sue OpenAI. OpenAI argues that the undisclosed Apple agreement could affect SpaceX's claims for damages. The agreement is due to be filed in court on Thursday.

00:00:28

Gold and silver prices rose as oil prices fell ahead of the Fed decision. Details>

23:57:45

Both WTI and Brent crude oil prices fell sharply by $1.50 per barrel, currently trading at $96.94 and $101.41 per barrel respectively. Reports indicate that Saudi Arabia is seeking to restore half of the capacity of a key oil pipeline within days.

23:56:42

Spot gold has just broken through the $4,350.00/ounce mark, and is currently trading at $4,349.95/ounce, up 1.30% on the day; COMEX gold futures are currently trading at $4,392.20/ounce, up 1.37% on the day.

23:53:57

[Institution: Uncertain Interest Rate Outlook to be a Reason to Buy Short-Term Bonds] Diamond Hill analyst Henry Song stated that uncertainty in the bond market requires investors to allocate funds to short-term assets with attractive yields. He expects today's Fed decision to have little impact on war-induced inflation, thus the outlook remains uncertain. Song also pointed out that Treasury Secretary Bessant's efforts to control long-term yields are futile because the market "has seen through his bluff." Song's strategy is to buy "a large amount of currently very high-yielding short-term assets" and remain flexible. If interest rates do rise, he can redeploy funds when bonds mature. "It's like a dance, trying to maintain portfolio yields while preserving future flexibility."

23:53:02

Italian Prime Minister Meloni: Italy will extend its diesel tax reduction policy until October 5.

23:52:46

Turkish state-owned entities will take almost full control of a bank that has been sanctioned by the United States for alleged ties to Iran.

23:52:28

The German Economy Minister stated that setting a cap on fuel prices is a mistake.

23:50:49

The German Minister of Economy stated that temporarily reducing the fuel VAT from 19% to 7% was a reasonable move.

23:50:36

The S&P 500 rose 0.5%, hitting a new intraday high; the Nasdaq 100 rose 1%.

23:50:15

Market News: British Prime Minister Burnham was forced to lower expectations for a major resetting of relations with Europe after Brussels signaled a greater inclination to deepen ties with Canada.

23:49:54

U.S. Energy Secretary Wright hinted that a major announcement would be made today regarding new private sector investments in Venezuela's oil industry.

23:47:41

Brent crude oil futures fell 4.03% to $104.10 a barrel during the day.

23:47:21

Spot gold has just broken through the $4,360.00/ounce mark, and is currently trading at $4,360.52/ounce, up 1.55% on the day; COMEX gold futures are currently trading at $4,395.60/ounce, up 1.45% on the day.

23:47:21

Nymex crude oil futures for the most active contract have just broken through the $101.00/barrel mark, currently trading at $100.97/barrel, down 4.59% on the day; Nymex unleaded gasoline futures for the most active contract have just broken through the $3.2000/gallon mark, currently trading at $3.1994/gallon, down 1.45% on the day; Nymex unleaded gasoline futures for the most active contract have just broken through the $3.2100/gallon mark, currently trading at $3.2085/gallon, down 1.17% on the day.

23:43:13

Libya's National Oil Corporation: Crude oil production has returned to normal.

23:37:58

U.S. Vice President Vance told voters: "Give us another chance, or a few more years, so that we can continue the major work that has been underway for the past two years."

23:37:35

[US Department of Defense Official: AI Companies Underinvest in Security] In an interview, US Department of Defense Chief Technology Officer Emil Michael stated that the security vulnerabilities involving OpenAI and Hugging Face are "worrying, and in my view, this precisely demonstrates their underinvestment in security." He said that AI companies must train their models to prevent them from engaging in illegal or destructive activities, adding, "This is a matter of engineering, research, and investment. I don't know what kind of regulation can prevent this from happening."

23:37:16

[Major European stock indices closed mostly higher] The Stoxx Europe 600 index rose 0.51%, the Stoxx Europe 600 index rose 0.68%, and the Eurozone blue-chip index rose 0.56%. The UK FTSE 100 index rose 0.34%, the German DAX index rose 0.62%, the French CAC 40 index rose 0.64%, and the Spanish IBEX index rose 0.53%.

23:36:52

A chart shows that weakening large vessel capacity dragged down prices, causing the Baltic Dry Index to decline slightly. Details>

23:11:27

UN Secretary-General António Guterres: We cannot ignore concerns about artificial intelligence.

23:11:12

French Finance Minister: Absolute claims about the risk of human extinction are a way to evade collective responsibility for artificial intelligence.

23:10:53

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf: The Strait of Hormuz version of the Taylor rule is—i = r* + π* + 1.5(π?π*) + 0.5(y?y*) + α(Strait of Hormuz?Strait of Hormuz equilibrium value) + β(Strait of Bab el-Mandeb?Strait of Bab el-Mandeb equilibrium value), where α and β are both greater than 0. Let's see if raising interest rates can open up the Strait of Hormuz or produce a barrel of oil. A mere 25 basis point rate hike cannot solve the problem of this vital energy choke point; r* is not a neutral interest rate. This is the Strait of Hormuz risk premium, which we decide. Expectations are no longer anchored.

23:08:47

China's INE crude oil futures main contract has just broken through the 870.0 yuan/barrel mark, and is currently trading at 869.9 yuan/barrel, down 2.41% on the day.

23:07:57

The Nasdaq Composite Index has just broken through the 26,200.00 mark, currently trading at 26,205.71, up 0.86% on the day.

23:07:46

Nymex crude oil futures for the most active contract fell 4.01% on the day, closing at $101.59 per barrel.

23:07:46

Brent crude oil futures, the most active contract, just broke through the $105.00 per barrel mark and is currently trading at $104.99 per barrel, down 3.21% on the day.

23:07:34

WTI crude oil fell below $97 per barrel, down 3.72% on the day.

23:07:18

The CEO of American Airlines said that five new gates are expected to be added in Chicago by the end of this year.

23:06:26

French Finance Minister: I hope France and Europe can accelerate the development of artificial intelligence so that we can manage the related risks.

23:05:59

GE Renewable Energy stated that it does not expect to secure 40 gigawatts of new contract commitments every six months.

23:05:44

French Economy and Finance Minister: Calls to slow down the development of artificial intelligence are in the interest of leading US AI companies.

23:04:16

The Dow Jones Industrial Average has just broken through the 52,100.00 mark, currently trading at 52,102.02, up 0.02% on the day.

23:01:58

[Night Trading Futures Closing] Fuel oil fell 1.96% for the second consecutive day, low-sulfur fuel oil fell 1.37% for the second consecutive day, rapeseed meal rose 1.31% for the second consecutive day, pulp fell 1.24% for the second consecutive day, and coking coal rose 1.09% for the second consecutive day.

23:01:16

Nymex crude oil futures for the most active contract have just broken through the $102.00/barrel mark, currently trading at $101.99/barrel, down 3.63% on the day.

23:00:45

China's INE crude oil futures main contract has just broken through the 880.0 yuan/barrel mark, and is currently trading at 879.9 yuan/barrel, down 1.29% on the day.

22:59:16

[South Africa Expresses Concern Over US Visa Restrictions Based on "Racial Discrimination"] South Africa's Department of International Relations and Cooperation issued a statement on the 16th expressing concern over the recent US announcement of new visa restrictions targeting South African personnel, stating that the US has misinterpreted South African domestic policy. South African Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ronald Lamola said in the statement that the US measures once again cater to the erroneous portrayals of South African domestic policy by certain groups that falsely depict themselves as representatives of South Africa's "minority groups" and Afrikaans. He said that as a sovereign nation, South Africa has the right to enact laws to address the problems caused by centuries of racial injustice. (Xinhua)

22:59:05

Shanghai fuel oil futures have just broken through the 4400 yuan/ton mark, and are currently trading at 4399 yuan/ton, down 2.09% on the day.

22:57:15

Brent crude oil futures, the most active contract, just broke through the $106.00 per barrel mark and is currently trading at $105.98 per barrel, down 2.30% on the day.

22:56:15

European Central Bank official Pereira: We should not underestimate the impact of fiscal spending in Germany and other regions on economic growth.

22:55:54

Colombian central bank official Olga Lucia Acosta said the latest inflation data shows policymakers still need to take further action.

22:53:18

Greenland has received €6 million in funding from the European Union for a hybrid energy project.

22:53:03

The CEO of American Airlines stated that despite the complex global situation, demand remains strong.

22:52:23

American Airlines says its international routes remain strong.

22:52:14

The CEO of American Airlines stated that as fuel prices stabilize—which will eventually happen—they expect to get back on track, achieving significantly improved profit margins and generating free cash flow.

22:50:04

Spot gold has just broken through the $4,350.00/ounce mark, last trading at $4,350.32/ounce, up 1.31% on the day; COMEX gold futures are last trading at $4,392.20/ounce, up 1.37% on the day.