🚀 Fast Retailing Projects Fiscal Year Revenue to Reach 700 Billion Yen
Fast Retailing Group has revised its revenue forecast for the fiscal year, projecting an increase to 700 billion yen from the previously expected 650 billion yen. According to Jin10, this adjustment reflects the company's optimistic outlook on its business performance and market conditions. The updated forecast suggests a stronger financial position for Fast Retailing, driven by strategic initiatives and consumer demand. The company continues to focus on expanding its global presence and enhancing its product offerings to meet evolving customer preferences.
🚀 Nuveen Forecasts Central Bank Rate Adjustments in 2026
Nuveen, an asset management company, released its quarterly outlook report on April 9, stating that negative supply shocks are unwelcome for central banks. According to Jin10, the overall outlook remains sufficiently stable for central banks to continue focusing on domestic factors. The firm anticipates that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates twice in 2026, totaling 50 basis points. However, Nuveen notes that the risk leans towards a slower pace, with the second rate cut potentially delayed until 2027. Additionally, Nuveen predicts that the Bank of Japan may raise rates at least once more in 2026, while the European Central Bank might shift towards rate hikes by the end of the year.
🚀 Hong Kong Stocks: Maanshan Iron & Steel Shares Surge Over 7%
Shares of Maanshan Iron & Steel Co., Ltd. (00323.HK) experienced a significant rise in the Hong Kong stock market, climbing over 7% in the afternoon trading session. According to Jin10, this upward movement reflects a positive market sentiment towards the company's performance. Investors are closely monitoring the stock as it continues to show strong momentum.
🚀 Germany's Industrial Output Falls Unexpectedly in February
Germany's Federal Statistical Office announced on Thursday that industrial output in February unexpectedly declined, with energy price shocks from Middle Eastern conflicts expected to further suppress production. According to Jin10, industrial output fell by 0.3% month-on-month in February, following a revised flat reading in January. The market had generally anticipated a 0.5% increase for February. The decline in output was primarily driven by decreases in the construction sector, as well as in the electronics, optical products, and pharmaceutical industries. In contrast, the Federal Statistical Office noted that automobile production saw growth after a significant drop in January.
🚀 Binance to Adjust Minimum Notional Value for BTC Perpetual Futures
According to the announcement from Binance, the exchange plans to adjust the minimum notional value for orders of BTCUSDT and BTCUSDC USDⓈ-M Perpetual Futures Contracts on 2026-04-14 at 06:30 (UTC). This adjustment aims to enhance market liquidity and improve the trading experience for users. The process is expected to be completed within approximately four hours and will not impact USDⓈ-M Futures trading operations.
The specific changes involve reducing the minimum notional value for BTCUSDT and BTCUSDC contracts from 100 USDT and 100 USDC to 50 USDT and 50 USDC, respectively. Existing orders will remain unaffected by this adjustment. API users can access the latest minimum notional value for orders of USDⓈ-M Perpetual Futures Contracts through the GET /fapi/v1/exchangeInfo endpoint. For further details and updates, users are encouraged to refer to the full API Changelog.
Binance advises traders to review the updated trading parameters and adjust their strategies accordingly to avoid any unnecessary impact on their trading activities. This notice is released under Binance Exchange Rule 17, and users are reminded to consult the original English version of the announcement for the most accurate information, as there may be discrepancies in translated versions.
🚀 Japan Considers Additional Oil Reserve Release Amid Strait of Hormuz Uncertainty
Japan is contemplating the release of an additional 20 days' worth of oil reserves as early as May. According to NS3.AI, this decision comes amid ongoing uncertainties surrounding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Japan's heavy reliance on the Middle East for approximately 95% of its oil supply underscores the significance of this move. Since March 16, Japan has already released around 50 days of reserves and still maintains a reserve sufficient for 230 days.
🚀 Polymarket Traders' Earnings: Only 0.015% Achieve $5,000 Monthly
Crypto analyst Andrey Sergeenkov's recent analysis reveals that a mere 0.015% of Polymarket traders managed to earn at least $5,000 monthly for four consecutive months. According to NS3.AI, the study examined trading data spanning from April 2024 to April 1, 2026, highlighting the challenges faced by traders in achieving consistent profitability on the platform.
The cryptocurrency market witnessed varied sector performances recently, with MVB emerging as the top rising sector, recording a 38.54% increase. According to NS3.AI, the Moltbook & OpenClaw Theme sector experienced the most significant decline, falling by 18.56%. Additionally, Trading Bots saw a notable rise of 30.41%, while Solana Token-2022 decreased by 8.27%. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of the crypto market, with sectors experiencing both gains and losses.
🚀 Thailand's Central Bank Governor Projects GDP Growth for 2026
Thailand's Central Bank Governor has projected the country's GDP growth rate to be between 1.3% and 1.7% in 2026. According to Jin10, this forecast reflects the economic outlook for Thailand as it navigates various domestic and international challenges. The central bank's projection aims to provide guidance for policymakers and investors as they plan for the future economic landscape.
🚀 STOCKS | Hong Kong Auto Stocks Decline in Afternoon Trading
Hong Kong's auto stocks experienced a downturn in afternoon trading. According to Jin10, XPeng Inc. (09868.HK) saw a decline of over 5%, while BYD Company Limited (01211.HK) dropped more than 4%. Other companies such as Seres Group (09927.HK) and Li Auto Inc. (02015.HK) also followed the downward trend.
🚀 Germany's February Trade Surplus Reaches €19.8 Billion
Germany's seasonally adjusted trade surplus for February was reported at €19.8 billion, surpassing expectations of €18.5 billion. According to Jin10, the previous value was revised from €21.2 billion to €21.4 billion.
🚀 Cryptocurrency Market Experiences $232 Million Liquidation in 24 Hours
The cryptocurrency market saw significant liquidations totaling $232 million over the past 24 hours. According to Foresight News, data from CoinAnk reveals that long positions accounted for approximately $144 million of the liquidations, while short positions amounted to around $88.17 million. Bitcoin liquidations reached about $68.95 million, and Ethereum liquidations were approximately $35.32 million.
XRP experienced a 4% decline, settling at approximately $1.33, as selling pressure continued to mount. According to NS3.AI, this downturn occurred despite $3.32 million in ETF inflows into Ripple-linked products. The cryptocurrency faced a significant reduction in exchange liquidity and was unable to maintain a position above $1.35 after being rejected near $1.38.
🚀 U.S. Crude Oil Exports Surge Amid Middle East Supply Disruptions
U.S. crude oil exports are projected to reach 5.2 million barrels per day in April, marking a nearly one-third increase from March's 3.9 million barrels per day. According to Odaily, this surge is driven by Asian customers seeking alternatives to Middle Eastern oil supplies disrupted by the Iran conflict. Demand from Asian clients has risen by 82% to 2.5 million barrels per day. Data from oil research firm Kpler indicates that 68 empty tankers are currently en route to the U.S., compared to 24 in the week before the conflict began on February 28, and an average of 27 last year.
The U.S. and Iran announced a two-week ceasefire on Tuesday, but tensions remain high as Iran declared the closure of the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday following an Israeli attack on Lebanon. Previous blockades had caused U.S. oil prices to soar by over 50%, with WTI crude surpassing $110 per barrel earlier this week, maintaining a level more than 40% higher than before the conflict.
In response, the Trump administration has announced the release of over 170 million barrels of oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve to stabilize fuel prices. Despite these efforts, U.S. gasoline prices have exceeded $4 per gallon for the first time in four years.
🚀 Middle East Ceasefire Expected to Hold Despite Fragility
Jefferies global economist Mohit Kumar has stated that despite the fragility of the Middle East ceasefire agreement, it is expected to hold. According to Odaily, Kumar noted that both parties have reached a point where they desire a ceasefire, as continued conflict would negatively impact both sides.
Kumar highlighted that U.S. President Donald Trump is keen on reaching an agreement, as he lacks support from his core base for ongoing warfare. Meanwhile, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard faces challenges due to economic devastation, potentially paving the way for future uprisings. He concluded that given the interests of both parties, the unstable ceasefire is likely to persist.
🚀 U.S. CPI Data to Reflect Impact of Iranian Energy Shock, Analysts Say
U.S. CPI data released on Friday is expected to show the first significant impact of the Iranian energy shock, according to analysts at First Citizens Bank. The surge in energy costs is anticipated to accelerate overall inflation. According to Jin10, the bank's head of market and economic research noted that while core inflation remains significantly above target, the Federal Reserve is likely to 'ignore' the energy-driven inflation spike for now. He suggested that this stance reinforces the Fed's long-term position of maintaining current rates, linking potential rate cuts to the normalization of energy prices.
🚀 Iranian Delegation to Discuss Ceasefire Terms in Islamabad
An Iranian delegation is set to arrive in Islamabad on the evening of the 9th for discussions on a proposed ten-point ceasefire agreement. According to Odaily, this visit comes despite repeated violations of the ceasefire agreement by Israel. The delegation's visit is at the invitation of Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, aiming to engage in serious dialogue on the matter.
🚀 PRECIOUS METALS | Chinese Gold Jewelry Prices Drop Significantly
Gold jewelry prices in China have seen a notable decline today, according to Jin10. Several brands have reduced their prices by approximately 25 yuan compared to yesterday. The current prices are mostly in the range of 1,445 yuan to 1,450 yuan per gram.
🚀 Base Announces Accelerator Batch 003 Selection Featuring AI and Blockchain Projects
Base has unveiled the list of projects selected for its Base Batches 003 accelerator, comprising 12 initiatives. According to Foresight News, the chosen projects include AI agent infrastructure Blockrun.ai, prediction market Stealth, AI agent payment infrastructure 4Mica, privacy-focused Perp DEX OPAL, gamified social prediction platform Onsight, non-collateralized lending protocol Credifi, collateralized stablecoin lending platform Tomorrow, AI transaction coordination and execution routing layer Agently, on-chain forex hedging platform Nivo, opinion market JPEG App, credit services for AI agents and institutions Floe Labs, and digital banking platform Liminal.
The selected projects will receive exclusive guidance, resource support, and funding opportunities. A live Demo Day is scheduled to take place in San Francisco on May 19.
🚀 Chainalysis Predicts Stablecoin Volume Could Reach $1.5 Quadrillion by 2035
Chainalysis has projected that the adjusted stablecoin volume could reach $719 trillion by 2035 through organic growth. According to NS3.AI, this figure could approach $1.5 quadrillion if two catalysts come into play. Chainalysis noted that this ceiling-case scenario would surpass the current estimated $1 quadrillion in global cross-border payments.
