WPosts is an independent financial daily covering domestic equities, global markets, bonds, FX, commodities, and crypto — real-time market data, deep analysis, and columns.https://waveposts.com/enhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260818/kospi-surges-past-7200-intraday-reverses-sharply-to-close-at-6869-amid-instituti/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260818/kospi-surges-past-7200-intraday-reverses-sharply-to-close-at-6869-amid-instituti/South Korea's benchmark KOSPI index surged past the 7,200 mark early in the session driven by robust semiconductor performance, but reversed dramatically to close in the 6,800 range, pressured by heavy institutional selling and escalating geopolitical tensions.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 08:59:35 GMTDomestic EquitiesKOSPIInstitutional SellingMiddle East GeopoliticsProfit-TakingSouth Korea Stocksnewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260818/german-10-year-bond-yield-surges-to-highest-level-since-2011/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260818/german-10-year-bond-yield-surges-to-highest-level-since-2011/Concerns over Eurozone inflation and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have driven Germany's benchmark 10-year bond yield to its highest point in over a decade.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 08:33:58 GMTWorldGerman Bond YieldsEurozone InflationECBMiddle East ConflictBond Marketnewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260818/warren-buffetts-berkshire-hathaway-raises-stake-in-worlds-largest-airline/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260818/warren-buffetts-berkshire-hathaway-raises-stake-in-worlds-largest-airline/Berkshire Hathaway has significantly increased its holdings in Delta Air Lines, marking a notable reversal from its past skepticism toward the airline industry under the leadership of new CEO Greg Abel, driven by Delta's robust financial performance.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 04:19:04 GMTIndustry & CompaniesWarren BuffettBerkshire HathawayDelta Air LinesAirline StocksInvestmentnewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260817/five-things-to-watch-in-markets-this-week/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260817/five-things-to-watch-in-markets-this-week/Global markets are bracing for a busy week, with a focus on key U.S. retail earnings, crucial economic data from the U.S. and China, and insights into the Federal Reserve's monetary policy path.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 12:45:05 GMTEconomyMarket OutlookUS Retail EarningsChina Economic DataFed MinutesRiksbanknewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260817/nvidia-leverages-cash-flow-to-fuel-new-ai-growth-initiatives/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260817/nvidia-leverages-cash-flow-to-fuel-new-ai-growth-initiatives/Graphics chip giant Nvidia is channeling its substantial cash flow into emerging artificial intelligence sectors, including custom chip design and AI infrastructure, aiming to diversify its revenue streams beyond its core GPU business.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 11:42:19 GMTIndustry & CompaniesNvidiaAI ChipsCustom AICash FlowGPUnewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260817/tesla-short-sellers-defy-musks-obliteration-warning-netting-9-billion-this-year/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260817/tesla-short-sellers-defy-musks-obliteration-warning-netting-9-billion-this-year/Despite CEO Elon Musk's past warnings of 'obliteration,' Tesla short sellers, including Bill Gates, have collectively earned an estimated $9 billion this year. This significant profit highlights growing skepticism towards Tesla's stock amidst intense EV market competition and slowing demand.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 11:16:14 GMTGlobal MarketsTeslaElon MuskShort SellersBill GatesEV Marketnewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260817/japans-10-year-bond-yield-hits-three-decade-high-fueling-rate-hike-speculation/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260817/japans-10-year-bond-yield-hits-three-decade-high-fueling-rate-hike-speculation/Japan's benchmark 10-year government bond yield surged to its highest level in nearly 30 years, driven by growing expectations for an early Bank of Japan interest rate hike and joint efforts to stabilize the yen.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 03:45:57 GMTWorldJapan bondsinterest ratesBank of JapanJGB yieldsmarket impactnewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260817/central-bank-market-backstops-risk-fueling-leverage-future-crises/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260817/central-bank-market-backstops-risk-fueling-leverage-future-crises/Central bank emergency market interventions, while stemming immediate collapse, risk encouraging excessive leverage and potentially sowing the seeds for future financial instability.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 02:55:00 GMTEconomyCentral BanksMarket InterventionMoral HazardLeverageFinancial CrisisJi-min Hanhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260817/us-credit-card-debt-surges-by-21-billion-high-interest-rates-intensify-financial/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260817/us-credit-card-debt-surges-by-21-billion-high-interest-rates-intensify-financial/American household credit card debt recently rose by $21 billion, reaching a total of $1.26 trillion. High average interest rates exceeding 20% are significantly burdening household finances, with credit card delinquency rates continuously climbing. This trend is attributed to persistent high inflation and the Federal Reserve's aggressive interest rate hike policy.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 02:48:23 GMTEconomyCredit card debtHigh interest ratesDelinquency rateInflationFederal ReserveConsumer spendingHousehold financesnewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260817/american-autos-retreat-from-china-accelerates-as-gm-and-ford-both-pull-back/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260817/american-autos-retreat-from-china-accelerates-as-gm-and-ford-both-pull-back/General Motors and Ford are significantly scaling back their operations in China, signaling an accelerating withdrawal of American automakers from the world's largest car market.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 02:32:26 GMTIndustry & CompaniesUS AutoGMFordChina MarketEV CompetitionUS-China RelationsWu-sek Junghttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260817/walmart-target-earnings-set-to-unveil-us-consumer-health/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260817/walmart-target-earnings-set-to-unveil-us-consumer-health/As retail giants Walmart and Target prepare to release their second-quarter earnings, investors are closely watching for insights into the impact of inflation and shifting consumer spending habits on the U.S. economy.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 02:30:02 GMTEconomyUS consumerWalmartTargetRetail salesInflationnewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260817/peter-schiff-warns-us-stocks-are-a-ticking-time-bomb-is-a-crash-imminent/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260817/peter-schiff-warns-us-stocks-are-a-ticking-time-bomb-is-a-crash-imminent/Contrarian economist Peter Schiff predicts an "ultimate crash" for the U.S. stock market, urging investors to prepare for a major reckoning, but market performance has continued to defy his warnings.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 02:27:08 GMTEconomyPeter SchiffUS Stock MarketMarket CrashInflationNational DebtJi-min Hanhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260817/heres-the-real-reason-oil-prices-arent-soaring/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260817/heres-the-real-reason-oil-prices-arent-soaring/Global economic slowdown fears, resilient non-OPEC supply, and demand contraction due to geopolitical factors are keeping oil prices stable.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 02:23:53 GMTCommoditiesOil PricesCrude OilEconomic SlowdownOPEC+Non-OPEC SupplyIEAStrait of HormuzMin-sik Kimhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260817/morgan-stanley-sees-disinflation-but-risks-loom-for-2027-rate-outlook/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260817/morgan-stanley-sees-disinflation-but-risks-loom-for-2027-rate-outlook/Recent U.S. inflation data suggests disinflation is underway, potentially allowing the Federal Reserve to pause rate hikes, yet uncertainties surrounding 2027 interest rate cuts persist.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 02:06:11 GMTEconomyMorgan StanleyDisinflationFederal ReserveInterest RatesInflation OutlookMi-ran Janghttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260817/us-stock-futures-little-changed-as-investors-await-feds-next-move/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260817/us-stock-futures-little-changed-as-investors-await-feds-next-move/Investors are closely watching the Federal Reserve's next steps on interest rates, as the central bank navigates persistent inflation and a moderating job market.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 01:58:17 GMTEconomyUS StocksFederal ReserveInterest RatesInflationMonetary PolicyDo-yun Kimhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260816/ai-driven-bond-yield-surge-emerges-as-next-market-risk/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260816/ai-driven-bond-yield-surge-emerges-as-next-market-risk/While artificial intelligence (AI) promises to boost economic growth, analysts warn it could also trigger a sharp rise in bond yields, posing a new threat to equity markets and overall economic expansion.Sun, 16 Aug 2026 04:14:07 GMTEconomyAIBond YieldsMarket RiskEconomic GrowthInflationnewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260816/us-urges-apple-to-shun-chinese-memory-chips-amid-supply-squeeze/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260816/us-urges-apple-to-shun-chinese-memory-chips-amid-supply-squeeze/The U.S. government is pressuring Apple to avoid Chinese memory chip suppliers due to national security concerns, according to a Wall Street Journal report. This stance clashes with Apple's efforts to diversify its supply chain amidst a global chip shortage.Sun, 16 Aug 2026 04:10:30 GMTGlobal MarketsAppleChinese Memory ChipsUS GovernmentSemiconductor Supply ChainUS-China Tech RivalryDo-yun Kimhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260816/softer-ppi-boosts-fed-cut-bets-weakening-dollar-and-rallying-eurusd-gbpusd/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260816/softer-ppi-boosts-fed-cut-bets-weakening-dollar-and-rallying-eurusd-gbpusd/July's U.S. Producer Price Index (PPI) came in below expectations, easing Federal Reserve rate hike pressures. This led to a weaker dollar and rallies in the Euro and British Pound.Sun, 16 Aug 2026 03:58:30 GMTFXProducer Price IndexFederal ReserveInterest RatesUS DollarEUR/USDGBP/USDnewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260816/hindenburg-omen-flashes-repeatedly-is-a-stock-market-crash-imminent/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260816/hindenburg-omen-flashes-repeatedly-is-a-stock-market-crash-imminent/The 'Hindenburg Omen,' a technical indicator signaling potential stock market crashes, has been flashing repeatedly, raising investor anxiety despite ongoing market rallies.Sun, 16 Aug 2026 03:43:57 GMTEconomyHindenburg OmenStock MarketMarket CrashTechnical IndicatorMarket VolatilityMin-sik Kimhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260816/india-opens-nuclear-power-sector-to-private-firms-amid-surging-ai-demand-targeti/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260816/india-opens-nuclear-power-sector-to-private-firms-amid-surging-ai-demand-targeti/India has greenlit private sector participation in its nuclear power industry, a major policy shift driven by the exponential energy needs of artificial intelligence (AI) and data centers.Sun, 16 Aug 2026 03:33:26 GMTWorldIndiaNuclear PowerAI Energy DemandPrivate InvestmentEnergy SecurityWu-sek Junghttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260815/bitcoin-price-forecast-btc-could-resume-its-rally-as-rate-hike-odds-drop-to-30/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260815/bitcoin-price-forecast-btc-could-resume-its-rally-as-rate-hike-odds-drop-to-30/Investor sentiment for risk assets strengthens as the probability of a Federal Reserve rate hike falls to 30%.Sat, 15 Aug 2026 04:40:20 GMTCryptoBitcoinCryptocurrencyRate Hike OddsFederal ReserveRisk Assetsnewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260815/economic-forces-poised-to-accelerate-electric-vehicle-adoption-woodmac-reports/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260815/economic-forces-poised-to-accelerate-electric-vehicle-adoption-woodmac-reports/Wood Mackenzie identifies oil shocks, high fuel prices, and technological innovation as key drivers for EV growth.Sat, 15 Aug 2026 04:35:06 GMTIndustry & CompaniesElectric VehiclesWood MackenzieEnergy TransitionOil PricesBattery Technologynewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260814/kospi-soars-over-3-on-semiconductor-strength-reclaims-6800-mark/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260814/kospi-soars-over-3-on-semiconductor-strength-reclaims-6800-mark/South Korea's benchmark KOSPI index posted a strong gain of over 3%, recovering above the 6800 level for the first time in approximately three weeks, driven by robust semiconductor stocks.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 04:34:02 GMTDomestic EquitiesKOSPISemiconductorsStock MarketForeign InvestmentCPInewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260814/sandisk-sndk-stock-soars-amid-strong-earnings-and-bullish-outlook/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260814/sandisk-sndk-stock-soars-amid-strong-earnings-and-bullish-outlook/Driven by robust AI demand and strong financial performance, SanDisk (SNDK) stock has surged, capturing Wall Street's attention. However, cautious voices warn of memory industry cyclicality and other risks.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 04:17:16 GMTIndustry & CompaniesSanDiskSNDKStockMemoryData CenterAIEarningsnewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260814/dell-stock-surges-outperforming-rivals-on-strong-ai-server-demand/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260814/dell-stock-surges-outperforming-rivals-on-strong-ai-server-demand/Dell Technologies' stock has significantly outperformed competitors this year, driven by explosive demand for Artificial Intelligence (AI) servers. However, concerns about declining margins and high valuation temper some investor enthusiasm.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 04:13:05 GMTIndustry & CompaniesDell TechnologiesAI ServersStock RallyMicron TechnologyAMDTech StocksEarningsnewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260814/markets-maintain-unusual-calm-amid-investor-fomo-rally/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260814/markets-maintain-unusual-calm-amid-investor-fomo-rally/Fed rate hold expectations and strong AI corporate earnings drive market up, but concerns over excessive optimism persist.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 03:50:06 GMTGlobal Marketsstock marketFOMOrate holdAIinflationgeopolitical risknewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260814/us-stocks-advance-on-soft-inflation-data-strong-earnings-sp-500-hits-record-high/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260814/us-stocks-advance-on-soft-inflation-data-strong-earnings-sp-500-hits-record-high/Major U.S. stock indexes closed higher, with the S&P 500 achieving a new record high, on the back of easing inflation and robust corporate earnings. The softer inflation figures bolstered expectations for the Federal Reserve to hold interest rates steady.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 03:45:49 GMTGlobal MarketsUS stocksS&P 500Inflation dataPPICorporate earningsInterest ratesNasdaqDow Jonesnewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260813/asia-fx-dollar-steady-as-traders-assess-fed-outlook-after-us-cpi/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260813/asia-fx-dollar-steady-as-traders-assess-fed-outlook-after-us-cpi/The U.S. dollar and Asian currencies held steady after July's U.S. CPI met market expectations. Traders are adjusting their outlook on the Federal Reserve's monetary policy trajectory.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 06:22:20 GMTEconomyAsia FX marketUS CPIFed ratesDollar exchange rateInflationGeopolitical risksnewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260813/gold-surges-past-4400-boosting-gold-miners/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260813/gold-surges-past-4400-boosting-gold-miners/A weaker U.S. jobs report and diminished expectations for Federal Reserve rate hikes have propelled gold prices higher, drawing investor attention to gold mining companies.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:48:24 GMTCommoditiesGoldGold MinersSafe-HavenUS Jobs ReportFederal Reservenewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260813/china-aims-to-become-manufacturing-hub-for-muslim-world/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260813/china-aims-to-become-manufacturing-hub-for-muslim-world/China is positioning itself as the primary manufacturing base for the global halal market, linking this ambition to its Belt and Road Initiative despite facing scrutiny over human rights.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:43:31 GMTGlobal MarketsChina EconomyHalal MarketMuslim WorldBelt and RoadManufacturing Hubnewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260813/alphabet-stock-slips-as-nvidias-500-billion-financing-deal-threatens-custom-chip/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260813/alphabet-stock-slips-as-nvidias-500-billion-financing-deal-threatens-custom-chip/Nvidia's announcement of a massive financing deal sent Alphabet's stock lower, intensifying competition in the custom AI chip market.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:35:45 GMTIndustry & CompaniesNvidiaAlphabetAI ChipsStock MarketCustom Siliconnewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260813/bank-of-england-accelerates-testing-of-stablecoin-digital-pound-interoperability/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260813/bank-of-england-accelerates-testing-of-stablecoin-digital-pound-interoperability/The Bank of England, in collaboration with the BIS, is testing the interoperability of stablecoins and a potential digital pound for cross-border payments to boost efficiency. However, parliamentary concerns persist regarding privacy and financial stability risks.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:28:58 GMTCryptoBank of EnglandDigital PoundStablecoinsCross-Border PaymentsCBDCnewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260812/us-stock-futures-pare-gains-after-july-inflation-data/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260812/us-stock-futures-pare-gains-after-july-inflation-data/U.S. July consumer price index aligned with market forecasts, leading to a slight moderation in stock futures' upward momentum amid Federal Reserve policy expectations.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:27:55 GMTEconomyUS InflationCPIStock FuturesFederal ReserveMonetary Policynewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260812/super-micros-strong-earnings-report-fuels-stock-surge-amid-robust-ai-server-dema/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260812/super-micros-strong-earnings-report-fuels-stock-surge-amid-robust-ai-server-dema/Super Micro Computer's latest earnings report and optimistic future guidance have propelled its stock higher. Record orders highlight surging AI server demand, though concerns over cash flow and past accounting issues persist as potential risks.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:04:01 GMTGlobal MarketsSuper MicroearningsAI serversstock markettechnologynewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260808/treasury-yield-rollercoaster/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260808/treasury-yield-rollercoaster/The Fed held rates steady but sounded hawkish, and yields rose anyway. A week later, a jobs shock sent them sliding straight back down to 4.6%.Sat, 08 Aug 2026 06:59:10 GMTBondsU.S. Treasuries10-year yieldFederal Reservebond yieldsnewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260808/japan-yen-intervention/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260808/japan-yen-intervention/This marks only the third time the U.S. has taken part in yen-related coordinated intervention in the past 30 years, after 1998 and 2011. But since 2011's move was aimed at curbing yen strength, this is effectively the first joint action against yen weakness since 1998.Sat, 08 Aug 2026 06:44:59 GMTFXJapanese yenUSD/JPYcoordinated interventionUSD/KRWnewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260808/hormuz-strait-oil-surge/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260808/hormuz-strait-oil-surge/Oil prices surged after reports that Iran's parliament is reviewing legislation to bar U.S. and Israeli vessels from the Strait of Hormuz. Some caution that 'reviewing a bill' and 'closing the strait' are very different things.Sat, 08 Aug 2026 06:32:00 GMTCommoditiesoil priceWTIBrent crudeStrait of Hormuznewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260808/gold-price-surge-explained/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260808/gold-price-surge-explained/Central bank buying, geopolitical risk, and a weaker dollar have kept gold near record levels. Here's why Korean gold prices look even higher, and whether it's still worth buying in.Sat, 08 Aug 2026 02:00:00 GMTCommoditiesgold pricespot goldsafe havencommoditiesnewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260807/us-jobs-report-actual-shock/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260807/us-jobs-report-actual-shock/The report badly missed expectations of +83,000, snapping four months of gains. Yet U.S. stocks rose, yields tumbled, and gold surged — here's why.Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:40:00 GMTEconomyjobs reportFederal Reserverate cutsnewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260807/won-1410-stabilizing/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260807/won-1410-stabilizing/SK Hynix's ADR listing and exporter dollar-selling have driven the won's rebound. Hawkish Fed commentary and a weaker yen are the key risks to watch.Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:00:00 GMTFXUSD/KRWcurrencyFederal ReserveNewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260807/kospi-rollercoaster-close/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260807/kospi-rollercoaster-close/Renewed tension over the Strait of Hormuz sent oil prices higher, while foreign selling accelerated. SK Hynix and Naver tumbled as defense and battery names rallied.Fri, 07 Aug 2026 06:30:00 GMTDomestic EquitiesKOSPIKOSDAQsemiconductorsStrait of HormuzNewsroomhttps://waveposts.com/en/article/260807/us-july-jobs-report-scenarios/https://waveposts.com/en/article/260807/us-july-jobs-report-scenarios/Wall Street expects 83,000 new jobs and a 4.2% unemployment rate. A soft ADP print of 44,000 has raised the odds of a miss.Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:30:00 GMTGlobal Marketsjobs reportFederal ReserveKOSPIUSD/KRWNewsroom