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USDA Release Sets Stage for Grain Price Volatility
The September World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report will be released Friday at noon Eastern Time. This update will directly impact corn and soybean futures prices.
AI Demand and Tariffs Push Copper to Record Highs
Copper prices have hit a new all-time high. The surge is driven by artificial intelligence infrastructure and trade policy risks.
Gold Futures Climb to 1.52 Lakh on Fresh Spot Demand
Indian gold futures have climbed to 1.52 lakh rupees per 10 grams on strong physical demand and speculative buying. This domestic rally aligns with a 0.44 percent gain in New York, where gold hit USD 4,387.97 per ounce.
IMF confirms India 7.8% GDP growth in first quarter
The International Monetary Fund validates India's 7.8 percent GDP expansion for Q1FY27, citing strong services and export performance.
Dollar and Euro Values Fall in Ukrainian Market
The U.S. dollar declined to 44.78 UAH at exchange offices, while the euro dropped to 52.18 UAH on September 11.
US Stock Futures Rise as Investors Await CPI Data
Nasdaq futures climbed 0.41% in premarket trading as the market prepares for the August consumer price index release.
Annual inflation drops to 6.17 percent in August
Romania's annual inflation rate fell to 6.17 percent in August, down from 8.16 percent in July. The National Institute of Statistics reported a significant slowdown in price growth across key sectors.
Gold rises 309 rupees as silver drops 735 in futures
Gold futures advanced 0.20 percent to 1,52,650 rupees per 10 grams. Silver contracts declined 0.31 percent to 2,33,364 rupees per kilogram.
Gold futures close at 152650 rupees per 10 grams
Indian gold futures rose to 152,650 rupees per 10 grams on Friday. Spot demand drove the price increase.
Sri Lankan Bond Market Halts Trading Ahead of Auction
Trading volume drops as investors wait for the September T-Bond auction.
Cattle Futures Rise as Boxed Beef Prices Fall
Live cattle futures climbed to $219.60 as wholesale beef costs dropped significantly.
Cuba removes central bank approval for private foreign currency accounts
Cuba’s central bank eliminated the requirement for prior authorization to open foreign-currency accounts. This change targets private businesses and non-state economic actors.
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Illustration: Tradingbird Treasury Yields Rise, Boosting Three Major U.S. Insurers
Long-term U.S. Treasury yields are rising, creating a direct tailwind for insurance companies. Principal Financial, CNO Financial, and MetLife stand to benefit from the shift in bond pricing.
Illustration: Tradingbird UK GDP grows 0.4 percent in July
UK GDP grew 0.4% in July, marking the third consecutive month of beating forecasts and challenging earlier predictions of a sharp slowdown. While the Burnham government views the result as a positive for its spending plans, rising oil prices and bond yields are driving market expectations toward multiple Bank of England rate hikes, raising concerns about inflation and fiscal headroom.
Illustration: Tradingbird Greek retirement applications surge to 144,000
Retirement filings in Greece hit a record high, with 144,000 applications logged in eight months as workers exit the labor force early to secure modest pensions.
Illustration: Tradingbird India settles $116 million in tokenized corporate bonds
India’s first distributed-ledger bond issuance clears 102.5 billion rupees via the digital rupee.
Illustration: Tradingbird Soybean Prices Hit New Highs Amid Strong Demand
Soybean contracts rose 13 to 22 cents on Thursday. The national average cash bean price increased by 22.5 cents to reach $12.74.5.
Illustration: Tradingbird US Wheat Prices Rise Amid Grain Sector Strength
Chicago wheat contracts gained 12.5 cents as the broader grain complex rallied on Thursday.
Illustration: Tradingbird USDA Hog Price Drops to 86.86 Dollars Amid Weekly Slaughter
USDA national base hog price fell to 86.86 dollars on Thursday. Lean hog futures traded lower across most contract months. Market activity remained subdued compared to the prior year.
Illustration: Tradingbird Cotton Futures Close Higher on External Market Support
March 2027 cotton contracts gained 101 points to close at 90.66 cents per pound. The rally was driven by spillover strength from crude oil and a stronger US dollar.
Illustration: Tradingbird UniCredit invests in VC Trade to expand debt market reach
UniCredit secured a minority stake in Frankfurt-based VC Trade. The deal aims to digitize corporate debt origination across Europe.
Illustration: Tradingbird Sebi to enable commodity co-location by mid-2027
India's commodity markets are set to gain high-speed infrastructure access as the regulator moves to align rules with equity standards.
Illustration: Tradingbird IMF confirms 7.8% growth for India Q2
The IMF has reaffirmed India’s 7.8% Q2 GDP growth and praised recent statistical reforms, even as domestic debate intensifies over downward revisions to previous economic data that critics argue inflate the current growth rate.
Illustration: Tradingbird Hedge Funds Hold Record 8% of US Treasuries
Hedge funds now hold a record 8% of outstanding US Treasuries, driven by leverage and complex trading strategies that alter market dynamics.
Illustration: Tradingbird Copper Hits Record High Amid Supply Shortfall
Copper prices reached an all-time high of 14,617 USD per tonne on the London Metal Exchange. This surge reflects a widening gap between constrained mine supply and rising industrial demand.
Illustration: Tradingbird Alkane Resources expands FY26 gold inventory to 8.64 million ounces
Alkane Resources Ltd reports a total group inventory of 8.64 million ounces of measured and indicated gold resources as of June 30, 2026. The company achieved this growth by replacing depletion across its three producing mines through active exploration programs.
Illustration: Tradingbird Freeport Targets 800 Million Pounds From Leaching
Freeport-McMoRan projects a fourfold increase in annual copper output from leaching stockpiles, aiming to reach 800 million pounds.
Illustration: Tradingbird Cuba removes central bank approval for private currency accounts
Cuba's central bank has eliminated the requirement for prior authorization for private businesses to open foreign-currency accounts. The new resolution takes effect in September.
Illustration: Tradingbird Copper hits record high on AI demand and tariff fears
Copper prices reached a new all-time high. AI infrastructure buildout and tariff uncertainty drive the spike.
Illustration: Tradingbird Verallia shares drop 1.27% ahead of SBF 120 index exit
Verallia shares closed at EUR 18.72 on September 10, 2026, following a confirmed removal from the SBF 120 index.
Illustration: Tradingbird Copper Slides 3% From Record After Tariff Doubts
Copper prices retreated from a fresh high of $14,875 per tonne on the London Metal Exchange. The drop followed reports that the US has not yet decided on refined copper tariffs.
Illustration: Tradingbird PPI data spike elevates market correction risk
Producer price inflation rose sharply, signaling persistent cost pressures. This data point increases the likelihood of a near-term equity market pullback.
Illustration: Tradingbird Vanguard VCSH and iShares IGSB show near-identical bond performance
Vanguard VCSH and iShares IGSB deliver almost identical returns over five years, with differences limited to minor cost and yield variations.
Illustration: Tradingbird Labor Data Lags Behind Frontier Economy Growth
Traditional metrics fail to capture emerging tech roles. New data sources reveal gaps in official statistics.
Illustration: Tradingbird MFS Launches Two Active Short-Duration Income ETFs
MFS Investment Management debuts two new actively managed fixed income ETFs with a combined expense ratio of 25 basis points.
Illustration: Tradingbird SEBI and RBI Launch Demat 2.0 Pilot for Tokenised Bonds
SEBI and RBI have launched the Demat 2.0 pilot for tokenised corporate bonds, with REC Ltd leading the first phase. New official FAQs detail how the system will use existing demat accounts and CBDC wallets to enable faster, same-day settlements, having already processed over ₹1,000 crore in issuances.
Illustration: Tradingbird Wholesale Meat Prices Mixed as PPI Rises on Energy
August PPI rose 0.4% driven by energy costs, while beef and turkey prices continued their downward trend.
Illustration: Tradingbird Copper Futures Drop 4% As US Tariff Decision Delays
Copper futures and related mining stocks have suffered a sharp sell-off after reports emerged that the White House is hesitating on refined copper tariffs due to affordability concerns. This development is unwinding the previous risk premium and widening the divergence between US and international prices, despite ongoing debates about fundamental supply tightness.
Illustration: Tradingbird 10-Year Treasury Yields Reach 4.9% Amid Market Uncertainty
Ten-year U.S. Treasury yields stand at 4.9%, a multi-year high that signals shifting dynamics for fixed-income investors.
Illustration: Tradingbird US Job Loss Risk Perception Hits 44.4% in August
The probability consumers assign to higher unemployment a year from now rose to 44.4%. This is the highest level recorded since April 2020. The increase affected all age, education, and income groups.
Illustration: Tradingbird Copper Hits Record High on AI Demand and Tariffs
Copper futures hit a record $6.89 per pound on Wednesday before pulling back about 5% on Thursday, driven by a 40% year-over-year surge. The rally is fueled by AI infrastructure demand and a 1.1% drop in global mine production, alongside speculative trading as market participants stockpile inventory ahead of potential new US tariffs on refined copper.
Illustration: Tradingbird US Jobless Claims Fall Marginally to 206,000
Weekly initial claims for unemployment insurance dropped by 1,000 to 206,000. The labor market shows no signs of significant shift.
Illustration: Tradingbird Rand falls 0.8 percent on strong dollar and oil surge
The South African currency dropped against the US dollar on Thursday. Higher energy costs and a stronger greenback drove the decline.
Illustration: Tradingbird Indonesia Nickel Revenue Doubles Amidst Output Decline
Indonesia's nickel non-tax revenue reached 21 trillion rupiah through August 31, doubling the previous year. Coal revenue hit 66 trillion rupiah despite lower production volumes.
Illustration: Tradingbird SCHO beats ISTB on cost and risk despite lower yield
Schwab Short-Term U.S. Treasury ETF (SCHO) offers a 0.03% expense ratio and 5.6% max drawdown, outperforming iShares' ISTB on risk-adjusted metrics as corporate credit spreads reach historic lows.
Illustration: Tradingbird Sebi launches Demat 2.0 pilot for tokenised corporate bonds
Sebi has launched Demat 2.0, a DLT-based pilot that has facilitated 1,025 crore INR in tokenised corporate bond issuances from REC, L&T, and IIFL. Unveiled jointly by RBI and Sebi leadership at the Global Fintech Fest, the system enables instant settlement via CBDC integration and marks the first time corporate bonds are issued natively on a distributed ledger within a country's regulated statutory depositories.
Illustration: Tradingbird Bank of America dismisses bond yield threat to AI stocks
Bond yields must rise sharply higher to disrupt the AI trade, Bank of America analysts state.
Illustration: Tradingbird Amazon Raises 4.25 Billion Pounds in First Sterling Bond Sale
Amazon secured 4.25 billion pounds in its inaugural sterling bond issuance. The deal attracted over 10.65 billion pounds in demand, exceeding initial targets. This marks a significant expansion of the company's non-US debt strategy.
Illustration: Tradingbird ETFs attract 61,000 new investors in H1 2026
Index trackers outpaced individual stocks in new investor acquisition during the first half of 2026, with younger demographics driving the shift.
Illustration: Tradingbird US Copper Tariff Decision Suspended Amid Cost Pressures
The White House has suspended its ruling on refined copper tariffs to assess manufacturing costs, a move that has caused COMEX copper futures to fall over 4% and mining stocks to drop sharply. Despite the immediate price pullback, analysts indicate that structural supply issues and long-term demand growth continue to provide a firm floor for copper prices.
Illustration: Tradingbird Czech Inflation Rises to 1.9% in August
Czech consumer prices accelerated to 1.9% year-on-year in August 2026, driven by rising fuel costs that outweighed deep drops in food prices.
Illustration: Tradingbird US Labor Force Shrinks by 700,000 in 2026
The US civilian labor force has contracted by 700,000 workers year-to-date in 2026. Payroll growth remains positive at 80,000 per month, yet the shrinking denominator is distorting standard unemployment metrics. This structural shift marks the fifth calendar year of labor force decline since 1948.
Illustration: Tradingbird 30-Year Treasury Yield Crosses 5.2 Percent
The 30-year Treasury yield has climbed above 5.2 percent. This is the highest level since 2007. The move raises the cost of borrowing across the economy.
Illustration: Tradingbird Korea Q2 GDP growth hits 26.4 percent annual rate
Korea's second-quarter economy expanded by 26.4 percent year on year. Deputy Prime Minister Koo Yun-cheol declared this the strongest growth rate in 47 years.
Illustration: Tradingbird 30-Year Mortgage Rate Falls to 6.64% Amid Market Shifts
The benchmark 30-year fixed rate dropped 9 basis points to 6.64% today. Adjustable-rate mortgages saw larger declines, with the 5/1 ARM falling 30 basis points.
Illustration: Tradingbird China's STAR Composite Index Falls 1.12 Percent
China's STAR Composite Index ended Thursday's session at 1,844.36 points, marking a decline of 1.12 percent. The broader tech sector index also retreated, reflecting a soft close for the Shanghai Stock Exchange's innovation board.
Illustration: Tradingbird Kering leads luxury share drop as French yields rise
Kering shares fell 4.97% on Wednesday, marking the steepest decline among CAC 40 constituents. This drop coincided with a rise in French government bond yields.
Illustration: Tradingbird Singapore 6-month T-bill yield hits 1.7% at September auction
The cut-off yield for 6-month Singapore T-bills reached 1.7% on September 10. This marks the highest level in 2026, driven by falling demand and rising rate expectations.
Illustration: Tradingbird Silver futures drop 568 rupees on MCX selling pressure
Silver futures on the Multi Commodity Exchange fell by 568 rupees per kilogram to 2,43,645 rupees. This decline occurred as market participants reduced their exposure to the white metal.
Illustration: Tradingbird Gold Futures Hit 1.53 Lakh on Spot Demand
Gold prices climbed to 1.53 lakh per 10 grams on Thursday. Fresh speculative positions drove the gain. Spot demand remained firm. Global futures also rose.
Illustration: Tradingbird Silver Holds Near $68 Amid US Inflation Data Wait
Silver trades near $68.00 as traders await US inflation data. The metal remains in a two-week range, with key support at $65.40.
Illustration: Tradingbird Silver Futures Drop to Rs 2.43 Lakh on MCX
Silver futures on the Multi Commodity Exchange fell to Rs 2,43,645 per kg. Global spot prices remained firm at USD 67.63 per ounce.
Illustration: Tradingbird Silver prices hit 2,550 rupees per 10 grams
Silver prices in India rose to 2,550 rupees per 10 grams on September 10. This marks a 50-rupee increase from the previous session. Ten major cities now share the same rate. The upward move follows three days of flat trading.
Illustration: Tradingbird Ghana GDP grows 6% in Q2 2026 with uneven sector performance
Ghana’s Q2 2026 GDP expanded by 6.0%, a slight deceleration from the previous year driven by a slowdown in agriculture. The growth was primarily fueled by the digital economy, with the ICT sector leading all sub-sectors, while the industrial sector benefited from a strong rebound in oil and gas production.
Illustration: Tradingbird Retail Bond Buys Hit 3.19 Trillion Won Amid Rate Hikes
Retail investors bought 3.19 trillion won in bonds last month as foreign investors sold 839 billion won.
Illustration: Tradingbird U.S. debt interest costs top $1 trillion annually
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent faces mounting pressure as annual interest payments on federal debt exceed one trillion dollars, outpacing defense spending.
Illustration: Tradingbird RBI Bears Principal Risk in FCNR Deposits
Indian banks mobilised $127 billion in FCNR deposits, exceeding the $50 billion target. The RBI hedges the principal, while banks manage interest exposure.
Illustration: Tradingbird Vietnam targets 10 percent GDP growth for 2026
Vietnam aims for double-digit economic expansion this year, but experts warn that sustaining this pace requires structural shifts in productivity and private sector investment.
Illustration: Tradingbird Gold Trapped Near $4,361 Support As Resistance Holds At $4,422
Gold price stalls at $4,345 near the 100-day moving average. Buyers and sellers contest the range between $4,350 and $4,422.
Illustration: Tradingbird Six US Firms Set European Bond Market Record
Six US companies issued debt in Europe on one day, a record driven by AI spending. Amazon raised £2.5 billion in its first sterling bond.
Illustration: Tradingbird US Interest Payments Surpass $1 Trillion
Interest costs on US federal debt have crossed the $1 trillion mark. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent faces mounting pressure to manage rising yields and a growing debt burden.
Illustration: Tradingbird Anthropic projects $44.4 trillion US GDP by 2030 under extreme AI scenario
Anthropic projects US GDP could reach $44.4 trillion by 2030 under an extreme AI scenario, a 32.4% increase over baseline, but warns this growth may come at the cost of wage stagnation and job displacement for knowledge workers. The latest analysis suggests a significant shift in economic output from labor to capital, raising concerns about unequal distribution of AI-driven benefits.
Illustration: Tradingbird Black unemployment hits 6 percent as labor participation drops
Black unemployment fell to 6.0 percent in August. This decline coincided with a drop in labor force participation rates.
Illustration: Tradingbird SK hynix Prepares 3 Trillion Won Bond Investment
SK hynix plans to deploy 3 trillion won into the domestic bond market. The company is shifting from securities firms to six asset managers to reduce market visibility. This move aims to stabilize yields while expanding the trading base.
Illustration: Tradingbird Silver Holds Near $67.60 Ahead of Key US Inflation Data
Silver trades at $67.60 as the US Dollar weakens. Traders await PPI and CPI reports that could shift the Federal Reserve policy outlook.
Illustration: Tradingbird Silver near $70 drives Andean Silver restart plan
Silver prices near $70 per ounce have accelerated the restart timeline for Andean Silver’s Cerro Bayo project, with management targeting a 2028 resumption of operations.
Illustration: Tradingbird PGIM tightens Japan real estate criteria amid rising rates
PGIM is restricting its acquisition pipeline in Japan as interest rate increases erode the yield advantage of real estate assets.
Illustration: Tradingbird MercadoLibre Sets 2036 Bond Spread at 160 Basis Points
The Latin American e-commerce giant has priced its latest dollar-denominated debt issuance. The new notes carry a spread of 160 basis points over US Treasuries. This marks the company's third entry into the global bond market.
Illustration: Tradingbird US Natural Gas Drops 3.2% on Warmer Weather Outlook
Nymex natural gas settled 3.22% lower as warmer US weather forecasts reduce heating demand. European prices remain elevated due to supply constraints.
Illustration: Tradingbird Silver gains 2.34% as gold extends recovery to 4,447
Silver futures climbed 2.34% on Wednesday, closing at 67.27. Gold gained 1.07% to finish the session at 4,447. Both precious metals posted solid daily gains.
Illustration: Tradingbird Bond Yields Hit 5.29% And Hit Dividend Stocks
The 30-year Treasury yield reached 5.29%, resetting valuation math for high-dividend equities. Investors now compare predictable rents against higher risk-free rates. Three REITs face direct pressure from this shift.
Illustration: Tradingbird Corn Futures Drop 5.75 Cents Ahead of USDA Report
December corn contracts fell to $5.2775 per bushel as traders position for a lower yield outlook. Wheat and soybeans also declined during the session.
Illustration: Tradingbird US June Job Openings Revised Down 177,000 to 7.2 Million
Revised BLS data shows June job openings fell by 177,000, marking the largest downward adjustment since late 2025.
Illustration: Tradingbird KRX Index Rebalancing Triggers 2.2 Trillion Won ETF Shift
Two major supply and demand events coincide in the domestic market, forcing a massive reallocation of assets across semiconductor and financial stocks.
Illustration: Tradingbird Treasury Secretary Bessent Faces Bond Market Credibility Test
The 10-year Treasury yield hit 4.84%, a record high for the current administration, as the Treasury Secretary prepares to break a 50-year convention.
Illustration: Tradingbird AI Skills Raise Grad Unemployment Rate
Recent graduates are facing a combined unemployment rise of nearly four points, driven by a 2.2-point hit from the broader 'low-hire' economic cycle and an additional 1.68-point penalty from rising AI skill demands. While AI impacts young workers five times more than older cohorts, the St. Louis Fed confirms that the general decline in job openings remains the primary driver of this employment gap.
Illustration: Tradingbird Silver at $67 per ounce drives Polymetals production strategy
Silver price hits US$67 per ounce, enabling Polymetals to fund exploration from internal cash flow.
Illustration: Tradingbird Treasury Yields Hit 4.857% as Inflation Data Looms
Ten-year Treasury yields climbed to 4.857%, their highest level since November 2023, as investors brace for this week's inflation reports.
Illustration: Tradingbird Copper hits record high at 14,858 dollars per tonne
LME three-month contracts rose to 14,858.50 US dollars, marking a third consecutive daily record high.
Illustration: Tradingbird US 10-Year Yield Hits 4.84% After $6 Billion Buyback Announcement
The 10-year US Treasury yield closed at 4.84%, its highest level since October 2023, following the Treasury Department's announcement of a $6 billion bond buyback operation.
Illustration: Tradingbird Bond Yields Spike Despite Treasury Buyback
US Treasury yields initially spiked to multi-year highs despite the announcement of a tripled $6 billion bond buyback program, signaling persistent investor caution. The expanded operation, targeting 10- and 20-year maturities for Thursday, follows a strong $39 billion auction that provided some temporary relief to the market.
Illustration: Tradingbird EY economist forecasts Fed focus on August CPI data
Gregory Daco of EY-Parthenon states that Federal Reserve policy decisions will hinge on the upcoming August Consumer Price Index report.
Illustration: Tradingbird Treasury triples buyback to $6 billion, yields still rise
US Treasury yields continued to climb despite a $6 billion buyback announcement, as investors viewed the size as insufficient compared to the $10 billion they had hoped for. The sell-off was exacerbated by rising energy costs from the US-Iran conflict, pushing the 30-year yield to 5.29%.
Illustration: Tradingbird Everpure Joins S&P 500 With $33.7B Market Cap
Everpure enters the S&P 500 on September 21, 2026, adding a $33.7 billion market cap to one of the world's most tracked equity benchmarks.
Illustration: Tradingbird Inflation Hits 3.8% as Energy Costs Surge
Consumer prices accelerated to 3.8% in August, driven by sharp hikes in natural gas and heating oil.
Illustration: Tradingbird Vanguard VCLT Outperforms TLT on Cost and Yield
Vanguard’s corporate bond fund offers a 5.6% yield at a 0.03% cost, beating the Treasury alternative on every key metric.
Illustration: Tradingbird XRP, Cardano, and Dogecoin 2028 Valuation Scenarios
A 10,000-coin position in XRP could reach $126,000 by 2028 under bullish assumptions, while Cardano and Dogecoin face stricter supply constraints that limit their upside potential for similar holdings.
Illustration: Tradingbird US crude stocks drop less than expected in private survey
Private data shows a smaller-than-forecast decline in US crude inventories, challenging bearish sentiment ahead of official government figures due Thursday.
Illustration: Tradingbird Corn Futures Drop 5.75 Cents Ahead of USDA Report
December corn contracts lost 5.75 cents to settle at $5.2775 per bushel. Traders reduced positions ahead of the USDA supply and demand update.
Illustration: Tradingbird Value-Weighted CAPE Ratio Improves Return Forecasts
A new study reveals the standard CAPE ratio underestimates S&P 500 valuation. A value-weighted alternative explains more return variation.
Illustration: Tradingbird Global bond yields hit 2008 highs as borrowing costs spike
Government borrowing costs have surged to levels unseen since the 2008 financial crisis, driven by inflation and debt concerns.
Illustration: Tradingbird Capesize C3 Freight Hits Multi-Year High as Orders Surge
The Baltic Capesize Index jumped 950 points to 6,286. C3 Tubarão–Qingdao freight reached a multi-year high, driven by demand outpacing supply in the Atlantic.
Illustration: Tradingbird Midterm Election Risks Reshape U.S. Equity Outlook
Democratic polling leads by 5.8 points as November 3 approaches, signaling potential House control shifts.
Illustration: Tradingbird USDA Report Triggers Historical Corn Price Swings
The USDA's September supply and demand report drives significant volatility in agricultural markets, with corn prices historically moving 10 to 15 cents per bushel in either direction.
Illustration: Tradingbird Copper Futures Settle Above $6.64 on September 10
Copper futures settled above $6.64 per pound on September 10, 2026, according to Robinhood data. The active-month contract resolved the daily price range without significant volatility.
Illustration: Tradingbird Silver jumps 3.3% as dollar weakness outweighs yield rise
Spot silver climbed to $67.91, gaining 3.3% on a sharp decline in the US dollar index.
Illustration: Tradingbird Anthropic Projects 32.4% GDP Growth by 2030
Anthropic’s new economic model predicts a 32.4% boost to U.S. GDP by 2030 under a radical AI scenario, but this growth comes with severe downsides for knowledge workers, including a significant drop in their labor force participation and potential wage cuts as capital owners capture a larger share of economic gains.
Illustration: Tradingbird Democrats hold 5.8 point lead in generic ballot polls
Voter sentiment is shifting toward the opposition party ahead of the November 3 election. Market data indicates a strong preference for the Democratic platform in recent polling.
Illustration: Tradingbird Gold Trapped in Range Between Key Technical Levels
Gold consolidates as buyers and sellers battle between defined support and resistance zones.
Illustration: Tradingbird NGX Index Slides as Dangote IPO Looms
Nigerian equity market capitalization dropped by 1.67 trillion naira as investors rotated out of consumer and industrial stocks ahead of the Dangote Refinery listing.
Illustration: Tradingbird 10-Year Treasury Auction Draws Strong Demand
The bid-to-cover ratio for the latest 10-year Treasury auction reached 2.71, signaling strong institutional demand that helped stabilize yields in the afternoon session.
Illustration: Tradingbird MercadoLibre Shares Drop on New Debt Issuance
MELI shares declined 3.13% as the company launched a new dollar bond offering.
Illustration: Tradingbird 10-year Treasury yield hits 4.85% on $6B buyback news
The 10-year US Treasury yield reached 4.85% on Wednesday. This is the highest level since 2023. The move followed the Treasury Department's confirmation of a $6 billion bond buyback.
Illustration: Tradingbird Proposed IRS rule targets 18,000 private schools
The Trump administration proposes linking tax-exempt status to racial policies, affecting 18,000 institutions and raising borrowing costs in the municipal bond market.
Illustration: Tradingbird MercadoLibre Shares Drop 3.13% on New Bond Offering
MercadoLibre shares declined 3.13% as the company returned to global debt markets. The firm is issuing dollar notes maturing in 2036 with an initial spread of 160 basis points over Treasuries.
Illustration: Tradingbird Treasury triples long-bond buybacks to $6 billion
The U.S. Treasury has tripled its long-bond buyback authorization to $6 billion in an effort to curb rising borrowing costs, yet the measure has failed to stem the climb in rates. The 10-year yield has now reached a three-year high above 4.83%, with 30-year yields also pressing higher as investors grapple with persistent inflation and a national debt exceeding $40 trillion.
Illustration: Tradingbird Biofuel Policies Lift Commodity Price Outlook
Updated federal mandates for renewable diesel and soy-based biodiesel are creating new demand channels, supporting price optimism despite uncertainty around national E15 adoption.
Illustration: Tradingbird Senegal's $5bn Debt Restructuring Tests G20 Framework
Senegal is restructuring nearly $5 billion in Eurobonds to test the G20 Common Framework's ability to speed up African debt workouts.
Illustration: Tradingbird Indonesia targets price influence via 2027 commodity exchange
Indonesia will launch a new commodity exchange on January 1, 2027. The regulator aims to shift from taking prices to influencing them.
Illustration: Tradingbird Nexans Issues €500 Million Bond to Refinance Acquisition Debt
Nexans has secured €500 million in new debt to replace a short-term loan used for the Republic Wire acquisition.
Illustration: Tradingbird Sebi caps penalties and revises agri commodity position limits
The Securities and Exchange Board of India has capped breach penalties at 2 lakh rupees and redefined broad commodity thresholds to ease trading restrictions.
Illustration: Tradingbird Gold Miner Margins Hit Record $3,076 Per Ounce
Gold prices have doubled since March 2024, but miner profits have tripled. The average all-in sustaining cost margin reached a record high in the first quarter of 2026.
Illustration: Tradingbird Dell Raises $4B in Bonds to Refinance Debt
Dell Technologies is raising approximately $4 billion through an investment-grade bond sale. The proceeds will refinance existing debt and support general corporate purposes.
Illustration: Tradingbird CPF providers face currency hedge cost trade-offs
Singapore dollar-denominated retirement schemes face a structural mismatch with global asset allocations. Kidbrooke argues that currency hedging decisions must be driven by outcome distribution modeling rather than standard convention.
Illustration: Tradingbird Bahamas debt rises $1bn while deficit stays at $121.2m
A $1bn increase in national debt contrasts with a $121.2m fiscal deficit for the 2025-2026 budget year. Market observers demand clarity on where the borrowed funds are located.
Illustration: Tradingbird One-year inflation expectations rise to 3.6 percent
New York Fed data shows a widening gap between near-term and long-term consumer inflation forecasts as one-year measures climb to 3.6 percent.
Illustration: Tradingbird RBI Expands Retail Forex with Five New Currency Pairs
The Reserve Bank of India adds five new currency pairs to its retail platform, aiming to reduce reliance on bank margins.
Illustration: Tradingbird Qatar Stock Exchange Index Falls 0.06 Percent
The QSE index closed at 9,851.49 after losing 5.84 points. Trading volume reached QR 391.5 million across 26,833 transactions.
Illustration: Tradingbird Treasury buybacks shift yields and asset manager revenue
US Treasury buybacks are altering yield curves. This change impacts revenue for three major asset managers.
Illustration: Tradingbird Skyward Premium Growth Outpaces Viasat and Wendy's Decline
Skyward Specialty Insurance posts 29.5% annual premium growth while Viasat and Wendy's face margin pressure and high debt.
Illustration: Tradingbird USDA Report Set to Slash Corn Yields Amid High Futures
December corn futures hover near $5.33 as the market awaits a USDA report expected to trim national yield estimates by 2.5 bushels per acre.
Illustration: Tradingbird Hungary August Inflation Falls to 1.3%
Hungarian consumer prices rose 1.3% year-on-year in August, coming in below market forecasts and the central bank target.