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Last updated: June 24, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

Asia Markets & Economic Indicators

Japanese chipmaker Kioxia Holdings Corp. plans to offer US depositary shares in spring 2027, aiming to capitalize on strong demand for AI-related semiconductor shares. In Thailand, the stock market is experiencing its best year in Southeast Asia, with investors finding unlikely AI exposure. Meanwhile, Japan's household assets rose 7.1% to ¥2,386 trillion ($14.7 by the end of March, reaching the second-highest level on record, as household savings climbed. Australian hiring rebounded in May, reversing prior month losses and pushing the jobless rate lower, which the Reserve Bank views as evidence of a tight labor market.

China Policy & Markets

China is urging domestic rating firms to curb the concentration of AAA ratings in its bond market, a move aimed at improving credit risk assessment. The People's Bank of China is introducing an overnight tenor to its open-market operations, a significant step towards reshaping short-term borrowing costs. Chinese copper manufacturer Zhejiang Hailiang Co. is optimistic that U.S. customers will absorb potential price increases from tariffs, indicating U.S. demand resilience. Additionally, China has initiated marketing for up to €5 billion ($5.7 of sovereign bonds, potentially marking its largest-ever euro-denominated issuance as it seeks to fund domestic initiatives.

Global Fixed Income & Currencies

Japanese government bonds rose in early trading, mirroring overnight gains in U.S. Treasurys and reflecting expectations of a potential Federal Reserve rate cut. The Singapore dollar consolidated against its U.S. counterpart ahead of significant U.S. economic data releases. In emerging markets, Indonesia is working to maintain its status as a key player, having spent decades establishing itself as one of the world's most important emerging market economies.

Monetary Policy & Rates

Naoki Tamura, a hawkish board member of the Bank of Japan, stated that the central bank should raise interest rates every few months, accelerating the pace due to upside inflation risks.

Commodities & Trade

Gold edged higher in early Asian trade, though gains were capped by a strengthening dollar and hawkish signals from the recent FOMC meeting, which are pressuring the precious metal.

Corporate & Individual News

A video of Angie Baez taking a Knicks-themed trash can went viral, leading to her termination from JPMorgan Chase. In the crypto space, Iranian entities have moved over $3.84 billion through the exchange Coin Ex, according to public blockchain data analysis, indicating illicit cash flows. Meanwhile, the pursuit of passive income has become a prominent trend, with individuals increasingly turning to social media for alternative income schemes.