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Europe Sees China's Export Surge as Structural Flood, Not Passing Shower
European policymakers are reportedly concluding that the persistent rise in Chinese exports is a long-term structural phenomenon, not a temporary disruption.
China Orders Japanese Survey Ships to Halt East China Sea Operations
China warned two Japanese Coast Guard survey vessels to stop maritime surveys in the disputed East China Sea, prompting a formal protest from Japan. The unusual back-to-back warnings underscore rising friction between Asia's two largest economies over territorial claims.
Gold Gains 2% as Inflation Fears Cool After Sintra
Gold prices rose 2% as the Sintra ECB forum eased inflation concerns, unwinding aggressive tightening bets.
US Housing Affordability Hits Generational Low
A survey cited by Yahoo Finance finds that nearly 90% of Americans under 40 believe buying a home today is harder than for their parents, as elevated prices, high mortgage rates, rising insurance costs, and limited supply keep affordability near multi-decade lows.
Entry-Level Hiring Declines 14% Since 2019 as Employers Prefer Experienced Candidates
A study of 400 million job postings shows entry-level hiring fell 14% since 2019, with employers favoring experienced candidates and automation reducing demand for routine roles.
US Colleges Face Enrollment Cliff as Birth Rate Decline Hits
A sharp drop in U.S. birth rates since the 2008 financial crisis is now reducing the number of college-age students, pushing universities toward an 'enrollment cliff' and forcing program cuts, hiring freezes, and closures.
WTI Slips Below $68.00 as Supply Concerns Ease
WTI crude oil extended its decline for a third consecutive session, trading around $67.80 during Asian hours on Thursday as easing supply anxieties weighed on prices.
Oil Falls for Third Straight Session on Hormuz Shipments, US-Iran Talks Progress
Crude oil declined for a third consecutive session as shipments through the Strait of Hormuz topped 10 million barrels per day and US-Iran talks showed progress, easing supply disruption fears. The bearish outlook is reinforced by improving Gulf exports, though geopolitical risks persist.
FundedNext Launches Clarity Cards Real-Time Risk Dashboard
FundedNext introduced Clarity Cards, giving traders real-time visibility into rule compliance (risk limit, news trading, micro-scalping) before a payout is requested.
Blue Guardian Launches Funded Account Access in 6 New Countries
Blue Guardian expanded funded account access to Brazil, Pakistan, Kenya, Singapore, Bulgaria and Japan as part of its global expansion strategy.
Venezuela Oil Output to Recover to 1.1-1.2 Mln bpd by Q2 2026, EIA Sees Oversupply
Venezuela's oil production is expected to recover to 1.1–1.2 million barrels per day by the end of Q2 2026 as the US expands export authorizations. The EIA predicts global oil supply will outpace demand through 2027, leading to higher inventories and lower prices, with Brent averaging around $57.69/bbl in 2026 and $53/bbl in 2027.
Retail Exit from Magnificent Seven Hits Lowest Level in Four Years
Retail investors accounted for just 6% of Magnificent Seven trading volume last week, the lowest in four years. The 5-day moving average of retail volume has dropped to ~25 million shares, down 79% from April 2025's peak.
Japan Security Flows: Foreign Investors Offload Japanese Stocks in Week to June 27
Japan's weekly security flows data for the week ending June 27 shows foreign investors were net sellers of Japanese stocks and bonds, while Japanese investors sold overseas bonds but bought overseas stocks.
Qatar Reports Positive Progress in US-Iran Talks
Qatar's Foreign Ministry spokesperson said 'positive progress' was made on issues related to the Memorandum of Understanding after separate meetings with US and Iranian delegations in Doha, according to CNN.
Palladium and Platinum Markets Show Diverging Sentiment
Investor sentiment is diverging in the precious metals space: bullish on platinum while bearish sentiment grows for palladium.
Do Government Job Figures Reflect Reality?
A commentary questions the accuracy of official labor market data, noting highly qualified job seekers struggling despite reported strong job creation.
Chinese Officials Plan to Streamline Gold Import-Export Rules
Chinese officials are considering an overhaul of gold import and export regulations to simplify administration and facilitate trade, according to a weekend report.
Qatar Says Parties Agree to Continue Talks After Iran Funeral
Qatari Foreign Minister Ansari reported that parties have agreed to continue deliberations, with a next meeting to be scheduled after the funeral processions for Iran's former supreme leader.
Silver Holds Below $60, RSI Bounce Hints at Breakout
Silver extends gains for second consecutive day, up over 1.25%, but remains below $60, with RSI bounce indicating potential breakout.
Warsh: Inflation Fears Ease as U.S. Economy Stays Resilient
Fed Chair Kevin Warsh said inflation risks have eased while reaffirming the Fed's data-dependent stance. U.S. manufacturing expanded for a sixth month, input costs saw the biggest monthly drop since July 2022, and private-sector hiring remained solid in June.
SoftBank in Talks for $10B Margin Loan Backed by OpenAI Stake
SoftBank is negotiating a $10 billion margin loan using its OpenAI stake as collateral, with Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, and Mizuho expected to join the lending consortium, per Reuters.
US Job Openings Jump to Highest Since May 2024
US job openings rose to 7.6 million in May, the highest since May 2024, following a surge in April. The job openings-to-unemployed ratio reached 1.0, the highest since January 2025.
BoC's Macklem: Inflation Clearly Above Target, Economy Still Soft
Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem said inflation remains clearly above target while the economy continues to soften, speaking at the ECB's annual forum.
Silver Developer Raises $300M for Future Ounces, Signal Supply Crunch
A silver developer that won't produce until 2031 raised over $300 million, drawing investment from Fresnillo, the world's largest primary silver producer, due to acute scarcity of dedicated silver supply.