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Mon, Sep 21, 2026 - Page 65

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L World rolls out “World Money” self-custodial stablecoin wallet World Tools for Humanity launched “World Money,” a self-custodial wallet for stablecoin payments and bank transfers, with World ID and Stripe-based fiat onboarding support mentioned in the release. CRYPTO | Sep 21, 2026, 02:51 AM UTC M US proposes AI safety notification mechanism to China US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent proposed a new AI safety notification mechanism to Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, aimed at increasing transparency and addressing national security concerns between the two leading AI GEOPOLITICS | Sep 21, 2026, 02:47 AM UTC L Teladan Group Berhad issues new shares via warrant exercise Teladan Group Berhad announced the issuance of 240,840 new shares at an issue price of MYR 0.50 per share, following the exercise of warrants. The company's latest issued share capital stands at 866,278,124 shares, with EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:47 AM UTC M ICE agent wounds man in Austin, Texas shooting An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot and wounded a man in Austin, Texas, on Sunday, city officials said. The man was in serious but stable condition after being shot in the torso during a brief foot pursui MACRO | Sep 21, 2026, 02:47 AM UTC L Michael Burry warns hyperscalers face over $3T AI liabilities Michael Burry renewed warnings on artificial intelligence, saying Amazon, Meta, Alphabet, Microsoft and Oracle have amassed more than $3 trillion in largely off-balance-sheet commitments, which he says create risks the m MACRO | Sep 21, 2026, 02:46 AM UTC M Premier Energies commissions 10.6 GW solar cell facility ENERGY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:46 AM UTC L Malaysia export growth seen resilient despite headwinds Kenanga economists say near-term Malaysia export momentum remains favorable, with electrical and electronics exports supported by AI-related investment and new product launches, though growth is expected to slow in 2H. EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:44 AM UTC L Nomura cuts Hanwha Systems target price to KRW60,000 EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:44 AM UTC L Nomura cuts Hanwha Systems to reduce from neutral EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:44 AM UTC L Lianson Fleet Group Berhad converts warrants Lianson Fleet Group Berhad converted 35,100 warrants into ordinary shares at an issue price of MYR 0.8250 per share on September 22, 2026. The company's issued share capital now stands at 1,147,089,811 shares. EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:42 AM UTC L Vulcan Energy to start full-scale Vulsorb production Vulcan Energy (ASX:VUL) says it will conduct full-scale production of its lithium extraction adsorbent Vulsorb over the next 24 months, ahead of commissioning of its Lionheart integrated carbon-neutral lithium and renewa ENERGY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:42 AM UTC M Phillips 66 Borger refinery reports upset, exceeding SO2 limits Phillips 66 reported an upset at its Borger, Texas refinery on Sept. 18 that caused emissions of SO2 from a 43 Sru stack to exceed 500 Lbs. The incident began at 6:41 p.m. CT and ended at 9:37 p.m. CT on the same day. An ENERGY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:38 AM UTC M XtalPi Holdings Rises Near 4-Month High as Chairman Plans Share Buy Shares of XtalPi Holdings gained 7.9% to HK$8.655, their highest level since May 29, on Thursday, on track for a third straight session of gains and ranking as the fifth-biggest percentage gainer in the Hang Seng Biotech EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:37 AM UTC M India rupee seen opening flat as traders eye oil prices, IPO flows The Indian rupee is expected to open around 95.90-95.95 on Monday, marginally weaker than its previous close of 95.8725. Traders are closely monitoring oil prices and foreign portfolio flows for direction. Expectations o CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 21, 2026, 02:37 AM UTC M Vessels trickle through Strait of Hormuz as Mideast tension persists A dozen commodity vessels transited the Strait of Hormuz on the weekend, down from 35 the prior weekend, shipping data showed on Monday, as tension in the Gulf persisted with the US and Iran in stalemate. Visible traffic ENERGY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:37 AM UTC M Bangladesh raises fuel prices by up to 17.4% Diesel prices rose 17.4% to 135 taka per litre from 115 taka. The government aims to cut annual losses by about 100 billion taka, conserve foreign exchange reserves and curb fuel smuggling. REGULATION | Sep 21, 2026, 02:37 AM UTC M Phillips 66 Borger refinery reports SO2 upset Sept. 18 Phillips 66 reported SO2 emissions exceeded 500 lbs from a 43 SRU stack due to an upset at its Borger, Texas refinery on Sept. 18, 2026 (06:41 PM–09:37 PM). The Texas Commission investigation into the cause is underway. ENERGY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:36 AM UTC H Indonesia Stocks Retreat Further as Week Opens Indonesian equities slipped 47 points, or 0.7%, to 6,392 in early Monday trade, extending previous losses as weakness in energy, infrastructure, and financials weighed on sentiment. Caution grew ahead of Bank Indonesia’s CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 21, 2026, 02:36 AM UTC L Rupee seen quiet at open as traders track oil and flows Indian rupee FX_IDC:USDINR is expected to start Monday with subdued movement as traders watch oil prices and foreign portfolio flows, while expecting central bank intervention to limit weakness. FX | Sep 21, 2026, 02:36 AM UTC L Euroz Hartleys sees more dividends and buybacks for Ramelius Euroz Hartleys says Ramelius’ FY2027 and FY2028 production outlook is moderately below expectations, offset by lower-than-expected operating costs and an “exceptional forward outlook” for FY29 and FY30, citing rising fre EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:36 AM UTC L Singapore dollar consolidates as oil-price risk factors discussed Market talk says the Singapore dollar is consolidating versus the U.S. dollar and could be supported by declining crude oil prices. Maybank analysts link this to an estimated five to six weeks needed to repair Saudi Arab FX | Sep 21, 2026, 02:35 AM UTC M Australia forecasts deaths to exceed births in 2060s Australia forecast on Monday that deaths would exceed births for the first time in the 2060s, a demographic shift with far-reaching implications for an economy grappling with an ageing population, declining births and cu MACRO | Sep 21, 2026, 02:32 AM UTC L GAMUDA — Trading Halt and Resumption of Trading GAMUDA — Trading Halt and Resumption of Trading GAMUDA BERHAD Kindly be advised that trading in the securities relating to GAMUDA has been halted with effect from 10.16 a.m., Monday, 21 September 2026. Trading in the sec EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:32 AM UTC M Asian session market picture: S&P 500 +0.35%, Nasdaq 100 +0.53%; USD/JPY -0.03%, WTI -2.16%, 9984 leads volume Asian session market picture. US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.35 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.53 percent, Dow futures is up 0.25 percent and Russell futures is up 0.24 percent. In currencies, the dollar inde EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:30 AM UTC M Copper prices rise in early Asia on tight supply, demand Copper is higher in early Asia trade, with support cited for expectations of tightening supply and improving demand. COMMODITIES | Sep 21, 2026, 02:28 AM UTC L Sigenergy targets commercial, utility-scale storage with new strategy Sigenergy outlined a strategy to enter commercial, industrial, and utility-scale energy storage at its Sigenergy Day Europe 2026 event, which was attended by nearly 400 investors and industry participants. The company hi ENERGY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:28 AM UTC M Ingenia Communities rejects higher takeover bid, shares jump Shares of Australia's Ingenia Communities rose as much as 4.9% to A$4.53, their highest level since Aug 7, after the property developer rejected a sweetened indicative takeover proposal of A$2.06 billion ($1.47 billion) MNA | Sep 21, 2026, 02:27 AM UTC M South Korea's President Lee to attend UN General Assembly, meet Mexico's Sheinbaum South Korean President Lee Jae Myung will visit the United States and Mexico from September 21 to 27 to attend the UN General Assembly and hold a summit with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, the presidential Blue Hou GEOPOLITICS | Sep 21, 2026, 02:27 AM UTC L Gamuda awarded AUD624 million contract for Australia road upgrade Gamuda Berhad announced that its joint venture with BMD Constructions has been awarded a contract by Transport for New South Wales for the Elizabeth Drive Upgrade - Mamre Road Upgrade Stage 2 project. The contract value EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:27 AM UTC M India shares seen flat as oil price worries persist Indian shares were expected to open flat on Monday as elevated crude oil prices kept investors worried about their impact on inflation and interest rates. GIFT Nifty futures indicated a flat start for the benchmark Nifty EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:27 AM UTC L Hong Kong Advance on Tech, Health-Tech Gains The Hang Seng Index rose 0.5%, or 121 points, to 24,872 on Monday, led by technology and health tech stocks as Asian equities benefited from continued optimism over strong demand for AI infrastructure, while easing oil p COMMODITIES | Sep 21, 2026, 02:27 AM UTC L Doubts persist over Indonesia’s fiscal rule commitment Capital Economics says doubts remain about Indonesia’s commitment to fiscal rules after the finance minister appointment and subsequent developments. MACRO | Sep 21, 2026, 02:26 AM UTC L India stocks seen muted at open amid crude oil concern Indian shares were expected to open muted on Monday as elevated crude oil prices kept investors worried about potential inflation and interest-rate impacts. GIFT Nifty futures (GIFc1) were at 23,338 points as of 7:49 a.m MACRO | Sep 21, 2026, 02:24 AM UTC M Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq-100 futures rise ahead of Trump-Xi summit U.S. stock index futures moved higher in the late-Sunday overnight session ahead of a Trump-Xi summit in Washington this week. Dow futures rose 0.27%, S&P 500 futures gained 0.34%, and Nasdaq-100 futures increased 0.54%. MACRO | Sep 21, 2026, 02:24 AM UTC L Corn Trades Near 2023 Highs Corn futures rose above $5.3 per bushel, trading near their highest level since mid-2023, supported by tightening global supplies and concerns over disruptions to Black Sea trade. The USDA now projects global corn produc EARNINGS | Sep 21, 2026, 02:24 AM UTC L Paramount, California AG discuss concessions including $1.5 bln investment Paramount and California's attorney general have discussed a range of concessions as part of advanced settlement negotiations, including a $1.5 billion investment in production in the state, the Wall Street Journal repor EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:22 AM UTC L EMERGING MARKETS — Taiwan dollar gains, Indonesian rupiah weakens among muted Asian FX Sept 21 (Reuters) — The following table shows rates for Asian currencies against the dollar at 0211 GMT. Currencies Vs U.s. Dollar Currency Latest Previou Pct bid s day Move Japan yen 156.760 156.86 +0.06 Sing dlr 1.275 FX | Sep 21, 2026, 02:22 AM UTC M Chicago soybeans rise as China’s US bean purchases slip in August Chicago soybean futures edged higher after Chinese imports of US beans fell in August; traders also look ahead to a Trump–Xi meeting later this week. Wheat and corn gained. COMMODITIES | Sep 21, 2026, 02:22 AM UTC L Sep 18 indices mixed; market breadth positive On Sept. 18, Nifty 50 rose and BSE Sensex declined. NSE breadth showed 2,151 advances vs 1,094 declines. EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:21 AM UTC L MA Moelis Australia flags patience question for FireFly Metals Market talk says MA Moelis Australia questions whether FireFly Metals investors will have patience and risk appetite, noting the stock is “already reflecting much of the intrinsic value of the business,” while expressing EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:21 AM UTC L Maybank IB says Malaysian banks can manage rising bond yields Maybank IB analyst Desmond Ch'ng said the impact of rising bond yields on Malaysian banks’ debt investment portfolios is manageable, citing proactive treasury management and strong capital positions. EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:19 AM UTC L Hong Kong regulators eye tougher climate finance disclosure for banks The Hong Kong Monetary Authority is considering implementing stricter climate finance disclosure requirements for banks, according to Bloomberg News. REGULATION | Sep 21, 2026, 02:17 AM UTC L Taiwan dollar rises; Indonesian rupiah weakens in Asian FX Taiwan dollar gains and Indonesian rupiah weakens versus the U.S. dollar in muted Asian FX trading, with rates shown in a table at 0211 GMT. FX | Sep 21, 2026, 02:17 AM UTC M Hong Kong's Oshidori climbs on buying stake in AI infrastructure firm Oshidori International shares climb 5.6% to HK$3.18. The company plans to buy 100% of Apex Realm Ventures for HK$3.186 billion ($406.12 million) by issuing new shares representing 14.53% of enlarged capital. Apex holds a EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:17 AM UTC L Malaysia inflation seen near stable despite higher oil prices CIMB analysts expect Malaysia’s headline inflation in September to stay around 1.9%-2.0% even as higher oil prices raise near-term fuel-related pressures. MACRO | Sep 21, 2026, 02:17 AM UTC H Paramount Discussed $1.5B California Investment To Clear Merger Hurdle - WSJ READ HERE MNA | Sep 21, 2026, 02:15 AM UTC H Dollar Steadies as Markets Await Fed Remarks The dollar index steadied around 100.2 on Monday after surging last week, with investors awaiting several appearances by Federal Reserve officials this week for further clues on the outlook for monetary policy. On Sunday CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 21, 2026, 02:13 AM UTC L Vietnam dong, gold rates snapshot Sept 21 Vietnam dong exchange rates in official and unofficial markets, indicative SJC gold prices in Hanoi and interbank offered rates at 0209 GMT. Sep 21 USD/VND mid-point 25,637; USD/VND interbank 26,005/26,008; USD/VND unoff MACRO | Sep 21, 2026, 02:13 AM UTC M China's Cosco Shipping Heavy Industry completes IPO guidance registration China Cosco Shipping Heavy Industry, the shipbuilding and maintenance arm of China Cosco Shipping, has completed an IPO guidance registration, paving the way for a listing in Shanghai. EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:12 AM UTC M Vessels trickle through Strait of Hormuz as Mideast tensions persist A total of 12 commodity vessels transited the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday and Sunday, down from 35 during the previous weekend, shipping data showed on Monday. ENERGY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:12 AM UTC L Vietnam dong and SJC gold rates snapshot for September 21 Snapshot of Vietnamese dong exchange rates in official and unofficial markets, indicative SJC gold prices in Hanoi, and interbank offered rates at 0209 GMT. Mentions the State Bank of Vietnam sets the daily midpoint rate FX | Sep 21, 2026, 02:12 AM UTC M Tech lifts Asia shares, oil dips on supply talk, dollar eases Asian share markets edged higher as chipmakers benefited from AI demand, while oil prices eased on speculation of increased supply. The dollar dipped against the yen amid intervention concerns. EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:12 AM UTC L Welspun Michigan Engineers wins Ahmedabad sewer rehabilitation contracts Welspun Michigan Engineers Ltd (WMEL), a material subsidiary of Welspun Enterprises Ltd, secured two sewer rehabilitation projects from Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) totaling ₹351.24 crore, inclusive of GST and e MACRO | Sep 21, 2026, 02:12 AM UTC M Paramount discusses concessions with attorneys general; $1.5B California investment WSJ reports Paramount has discussed concessions with a coalition of attorneys general, including a $1.5 billion investment in California production, citing sources. GEOPOLITICS | Sep 21, 2026, 02:12 AM UTC H New Zealand Dollar Trades Near 10-Week Low The New Zealand dollar traded around $0.571 on Monday, near a ten-week low, as traders looked to a US-China summit later this week for indications on the state of relations between the world’s two largest economies. Amon CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 21, 2026, 02:11 AM UTC M Asia stocks firm as oil eases; AI supports chip demand Share markets edged higher in Asia, with AI demand for data buoying chipmakers. Oil eased on reports that more oil is finding its way out of the Middle East than previously thought despite ongoing Gulf conflict; trade wa MACRO | Sep 21, 2026, 02:11 AM UTC M Oil slips while gold holds steady as rate worries persist On September 21, commodity markets were mixed: oil prices fell as investors weighed prospects for recovering Saudi shipments amid heightened Middle East tensions, while gold was steady as traders assessed persistent infl ENERGY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:11 AM UTC L Cosco shipbuilding IPO planned to fund vessel-making expansion China’s state-owned Cosco plans to list its vessel-making arm to raise funds for expansion, supporting its ports-to-logistics business amid competition from US and South Korean rivals. MACRO | Sep 21, 2026, 02:11 AM UTC M Gold holds near steady as Middle East focus continues Spot gold was nearly steady around $4,379.74/oz after a one-week peak on Friday, as traders assessed Middle East developments for inflation and interest-rate implications. COMMODITIES | Sep 21, 2026, 02:10 AM UTC L EU's Costa Says EU Wants Closest Possible Ties With Canada - Politico EU Can Work With Canada On Defence And AI NEWS | Sep 21, 2026, 02:10 AM UTC L Strait Of Hormuz 12 Vessels Crossed Over Weekend Vs 35 Previous Week, Shipping Data Shows Strait Of Hormuz 12 Vessels Crossed Over Weekend Vs 35 Previous Week, Shipping Data Shows - RTRS NEWS | Sep 21, 2026, 02:09 AM UTC M India bonds: RBI debt sale, Treasury yields may cap gains Indian government bond yields could face headwinds from an upcoming debt sale by the Reserve Bank of India and elevated U.S. Treasury yields, potentially capping any gains from falling oil prices. The benchmark 6.94% 203 RATES | Sep 21, 2026, 02:07 AM UTC L UD Info DB Series SSD Drives Achieve FIPS 140-3 Validation UD Info announced its DB Series SSD Drives have achieved FIPS 140-3 validation. The validation, confirmed by NIST CMVP Certificate No. 5479 issued August 12, 2026, signifies Overall Level 2 and meets recognized security MACRO | Sep 21, 2026, 02:07 AM UTC M India bonds may face headwinds from RBI debt sale and US yields India bond traders may seek higher prices early in the week, but elevated Treasury yields and an RBI debt market sale could cap the move. The benchmark 6.94% 2036 bond yield is expected to trade in a tighter range (text RATES | Sep 21, 2026, 02:07 AM UTC L Embraer renews Japan Airlines E — Jets parts support contract under Pool program Embraer renewed Japan Airlines’ Pool Program contract to support maintenance, repairs, and parts supply for 32 E170 and E190 jets. Deal covers a broad range of repairable components, aiming to lift fleet reliability whil EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:07 AM UTC L 12 vessels passed through Strait of Hormuz over weekend, down from 35 week before - shipping data 12 vessels passed through Strait of Hormuz over weekend, down from 35 week before - shipping data NEWS | Sep 21, 2026, 02:07 AM UTC H Platinum Rises for Third Session Platinum futures rose above $1,800 an ounce, advancing for a third consecutive session as retreating oil prices lifted demand for non-yielding metals. Oil prices continued to fall amid signs of increased diplomatic effor CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 21, 2026, 02:07 AM UTC L Suntec REIT plans to cut overseas exposure via Australia EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:06 AM UTC L China’s Selective Crop Buying Tests US Trade Truce Before Summit READ HERE GEOPOLITICS | Sep 21, 2026, 02:06 AM UTC M Solidion Technology Board Appoints Jaymes Winters As Chairman And CEO Solidion Technology, Inc. announced that its board has appointed Jaymes Winters as Chairman and CEO, with Mark Schwartz named Lead Independent Director. Winters will continue in his role as Chief Executive Officer while EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:03 AM UTC L India economic and corporate events diary for September 21 Economic and corporate events scheduled in India for September 21 include Infrastructure Output for August (Reuters Poll: 5.4% YoY) and annual shareholder meetings for Aarti Industries Ltd, Apar Industries Ltd, Chalet Ho MACRO | Sep 21, 2026, 02:03 AM UTC L Thai baht strengthens against US dollar The Thai baht was 0.14% higher at 33.25 versus the US dollar on Monday, after trading in a range of 33.250 to 33.350. FX | Sep 21, 2026, 02:02 AM UTC M Bangladesh lifts fuel prices up to 17.4% on global oil surge Bangladesh raised fuel prices by up to 17.4% to stem mounting losses from surging global oil prices and higher shipping costs linked to the Middle East conflict, adding pressure on consumers and businesses facing power a REGULATION | Sep 21, 2026, 02:02 AM UTC L Solidion Technology names Jaymes Winters chairman, adds CEO role Solidion Technology appointed Jaymes Winters as chairman, in addition to his CEO responsibilities, effective Sept. 16, 2026. Independent director Mark N. Schwartz will assume the role of lead independent director on the EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:02 AM UTC L China, US hold talks on artificial intelligence issues: state media China, US hold talks on artificial intelligence issues: state media GEOPOLITICS | Sep 21, 2026, 02:02 AM UTC L China, US held candid, detailed, and constructive talks on key economic, trade issues: state media China, US held candid, detailed, and constructive talks on key economic, trade issues: state media GEOPOLITICS | Sep 21, 2026, 02:02 AM UTC M CXMT enters mass production of fifth-generation memory platform Changxin Memory Technologies (CXMT) said its fifth-generation technology platform has entered mass production, aiming to narrow the gap with global memory leaders. EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:01 AM UTC L Order win impact watchlist for six Indian stocks on Sept 21 TradingView News says six companies are expected to be in focus Monday, September 21, after announcing fresh order wins across oil and gas, telecom, railways, marine infrastructure, urban water and waste management; one EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:01 AM UTC M Injective Hub bridge enables INJ transfers with Solana A bridge between Injective and Solana is live on the Injective Hub, enabling INJ transfers to and from Solana in seconds. CRYPTO | Sep 21, 2026, 02:01 AM UTC L WisdomTree and MoonPay expand US access to tokenized funds WisdomTree said it is integrating MoonPay’s payment infrastructure into WisdomTree Prime to give MoonPay’s 30 million-plus registered accounts another route to its blockchain-based investment products for retail users. CRYPTO | Sep 21, 2026, 02:01 AM UTC M Gold eases as higher US Treasury yields weigh Gold fell in early Asian trade as higher US Treasury yields pressured the non-interest-bearing metal, while silver stayed near $67.30 an ounce. COMMODITIES | Sep 21, 2026, 02:01 AM UTC L Solidion Technology appoints Jaymes Winters CEO Solidion Technology appointed Jaymes Winters as Chairman and CEO and named Mark Schwartz as Lead Independent Director. EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:00 AM UTC L Solidion Technology appoints Jaymes Winters CEO and Chairman The Solidion Technology board appointed Jaymes Winters as Chairman and CEO, and Mark Schwartz as Lead Independent Director. EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:00 AM UTC M Asian session market picture: S&P 500 +0.39%, Nasdaq 100 +0.66%; USD/JPY -0.1%, WTI -2.23%, 9984 leads volume Asian session market picture. US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.39 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.66 percent, Dow futures is up 0.25 percent and Russell futures is up 0.25 percent. In currencies, the dollar inde EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:00 AM UTC L STI - Solidion Technology Board Appoints Jaymes Winters as Chairman and CEO; Mark Schwartz as Lead Independent Director STI - Solidion Technology Board Appoints Jaymes Winters as Chairman and CEO; Mark Schwartz as Lead Independent Director NEWS | Sep 21, 2026, 02:00 AM UTC L Malaysia consumer stocks face renewed cost pressures, says analyst Affin Hwang IB analyst Peggie Wong Pei Chi says Malaysia’s consumer sector may face renewed cost pressures and limited earnings catalysts, which could cap valuation gains, citing higher key commodity prices tied to El Ni EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:00 AM UTC L Solidion Technology appoints Jaymes Winters chairman and CEO Solidion Technology’s board appointed Jaymes Winters as Chairman and CEO, and Mark Schwartz as Lead Independent Director. EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 02:00 AM UTC L Thai baht strengthens versus US dollar on Monday Baht gained 0.14% to 33.25 per USD by 0155 GMT, after ranging 33.250–33.350; prior close was 33.29 per dollar (LSEG). FX | Sep 21, 2026, 02:00 AM UTC H China Stocks Gain as PBOC Stands Pat The Shanghai Composite rose 0.4% to 3,925 on Monday, while the Shenzhen Component gained 0.8% to 13,743, as the People’s Bank of China kept its benchmark lending rates unchanged for a 16th consecutive month at record low CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 21, 2026, 01:58 AM UTC L Telix Pharmaceuticals to hold shareholder meeting on ITM Isotope Technologies Munich acquisition Telix Pharmaceuticals will convene an extraordinary general meeting in November 2026 for shareholders to vote on the proposed acquisition of ITM Isotope Technologies Munich. The deal involves an upfront consideration of MNA | Sep 21, 2026, 01:57 AM UTC M Cybercrime feud erupts on dark web; rivals website seized Cyber extortion gang ShinyHunters claims it has hijacked the dark web site of rival gang cl0p. Security experts believe the dispute is genuine. MACRO | Sep 21, 2026, 01:57 AM UTC L Palm oil may test support at 4,868 ringgit Palm oil may test a support at 4,868 ringgit per metric ton; a break below could open the way toward the 4,811 ringgit-4,844 ringgit range. The contract has broken a higher support at 4,902 ringgit. COMMODITIES | Sep 21, 2026, 01:57 AM UTC L Taiwan Stocks Hit 2-Month High on Tech Boost The TAIEX, Taiwan’s benchmark stock index, advanced 268 points, or 0.6%, to 47,449, rising for the fourth straight session and hitting its highest level since June 22, when the index reached a record high, mainly buoyed GEOPOLITICS | Sep 21, 2026, 01:57 AM UTC M MetaOptics secures up to $10M investment facility from White Lion Capital MetaOptics (SGX:9MT) secured an investment facility of up to $10M from White Lion Capital, its first U.S. institutional investor, to onshore metalens technology into the U.S. EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 01:55 AM UTC M MetaOptics secures up to US$10M investment facility MetaOptics says it secured an investment facility of up to US$10M from White Lion Capital, described as its first U.S. institutional investor, to onshore metalens technology into the U.S. EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 01:55 AM UTC L Palm oil futures could test support at 4,868 ringgit TradingView News says palm oil (FCPOc3) may test support at 4,868 ringgit per metric ton; a break below could open a move toward 4,811–4,844 ringgit. The contract has broken support at 4,902 ringgit, with next support ci COMMODITIES | Sep 21, 2026, 01:53 AM UTC H Telix to Acquire ITM Isotope Technologies in Up to $2.35B Deal Telix Pharmaceuticals signed an agreement to acquire privately held ITM Isotope Technologies Munich SE for a transaction valued at up to US$2.35 billion, to strengthen its position in radiopharmaceutical and radioisotope EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 01:53 AM UTC H Softbank Group launches over $10 billion in bonds for OpenAI investment SoftBank Group Corp has launched $10 billion and 1 billion euro-denominated senior unsecured notes to fund its investment in OpenAI, a term sheet showed. The dollar-denominated notes are split into 3-1/2-year, 5-1/2-year RATES | Sep 21, 2026, 01:52 AM UTC L Jas Robotics wins 5.6 billion won order EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 01:52 AM UTC L Antipa Minerals reports further broad gold-copper intercepts at Tim’s Dome Fourth Phase 1 drilling assay batch at Antipa Minerals’ ASX:AZY Minyari project intersected broad gold-copper-lead-silver mineralisation across a 2.2-kilometre strike extent at the Tim’s Dome target. COMMODITIES | Sep 21, 2026, 01:51 AM UTC M CRML, GLND, GRML surge after Trump Greenland security deal Critical Metals (CRML), Greenland Energy (GLND) and Greenland Mines (GRML) rose overnight late Sunday following U.S. President Donald Trump’s unveiling of a sweeping agreement granting the U.S. permanent security access MACRO | Sep 21, 2026, 01:51 AM UTC M North Korean group WaterPlum steals $10.7M via fake recruiter malware A North Korea-linked hacking group, also known as WaterPlum/Contagious Interview, reportedly stole at least $10.7 million by posing as recruiters for legitimate crypto and AI companies and infecting job seekers with malw CRYPTO | Sep 21, 2026, 01:51 AM UTC M Tenaga shares seen oversold after sharp recent decline Market talk citing RHB’s Max Koh says Tenaga Nasional appears oversold after a 12% drop from its recent high. The note points to earnings expected to strengthen in 2H and to Malaysia raising electricity charge thresholds EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 01:51 AM UTC L Jas Robotics wins 5.6 billion won order Jas Robotics Inc (KRX:090470) won a 5.6 billion won order, according to TradingView News. EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 01:48 AM UTC M Perpetual rejects EQT AB’s improved offer; takeover talks end Perpetual said it rejected EQT-controlled Windflower’s US$2.6 billion takeover proposal and stopped engaging with the Swedish private-equity provider, ending the pursuit. MNA | Sep 21, 2026, 01:48 AM UTC H South Korean Shares Rally on Chip Gains The benchmark KOSPI climbed more than 1% to around 6,995 on Monday, rallying for a second straight session amid strong global semiconductor momentum. Gains were led by Samsung Electronics and SK hynix, advancing nearly 4 EARNINGS | Sep 21, 2026, 01:47 AM UTC H Bitcoin Approaches January Highs Bitcoin rose toward $82,000 in late September, approaching its highest level since January amid renewed institutional demand. US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $433 million in net inflows on September 18, led by Fidelity and CRYPTO | Sep 21, 2026, 01:46 AM UTC L Singapore property developers’ valuations seen attractive, below average P/B Market talk says Singapore property developers’ valuations remain attractive, with the sector trading below its average price-to-book ratios. Lock Mun Yee of UOB Kay Hian suggests net-asset values may be supported by fir EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 01:44 AM UTC L South Korea President Lee: To Meet US And Australian Leaders During US Trip South Korea President Lee: To Meet US And Australian Leaders During US Trip NEWS | Sep 21, 2026, 01:43 AM UTC M PBOC conducts CNY165 bln via 7-day reverse repo FX | Sep 21, 2026, 01:43 AM UTC L Trimuda Nuansa Citra to hold extraordinary shareholder meeting Sept. 18 Trimuda Nuansa Citra will hold an extraordinary shareholders’ meeting in Jakarta on Sept. 18, 2026, to vote on amending its articles of association. EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 01:42 AM UTC M Meta Platforms Facebook and Instagram down for thousands in US Thousands of users in the U.S. reported issues with Meta's Facebook and Instagram platforms on Sunday, according to outage tracker Downdetector.com. As of 9:11 PM ET, Downdetector had logged over 17,000 reports for Faceb EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 01:42 AM UTC M BOJ seen likely raising rate to 1.50% in December Market talk cites Invesco Asset Management’s Tomo Kinoshita saying BOJ may lift its policy rate to 1.50% in December after raising it to 1.25% on Friday. CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 21, 2026, 01:42 AM UTC M India dollar-mobilisation special FCNR(B) window attracted $127 billion RBI’s June 2026 special FCNR(B) window for dollar mobilisation attracted $127 billion by end-August 2026, exceeding initial expectations. MACRO | Sep 21, 2026, 01:41 AM UTC L S.Korea central bank sells 91-day monetary stabilisation bonds at 3.080% yield S.Korea central bank sells 91-day monetary stabilisation bonds at 3.080% yield CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 21, 2026, 01:40 AM UTC L New Hope cut to sell from hold by Bell Potter EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 01:39 AM UTC M Bitcoin holds above $80,000 as U.S. SEC tokenized-securities exemption advances Bitcoin is higher in early Asian trading and remains above $80,000. The U.S. SEC introduced a five-year exemption for platforms facilitating trading of tokenized stocks and other securities via blockchain technology. CRYPTO | Sep 21, 2026, 01:38 AM UTC M Macquarie raises Boss Energy target price by 11% EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 01:38 AM UTC M Pantoro Gold output on track for 21,000-22,000 oz in 1Q FY 2027 MA Moelis Australia says Pantoro Gold’s output rate puts it on track to produce 21,000-22,000 oz of gold in 1Q FY 2027, improving from roughly 17,000-18,000 oz in the prior two quarters. As of Sept. 19, Pantoro produced EQUITY | Sep 21, 2026, 01:38 AM UTC L Auravelle Metals agrees to sell Skeleton Rocks Project to Forrestania Auravelle Metals Ltd has entered into an agreement to sell its Skeleton Rocks Project to Forrestania for A$250,000, payable in shares or cash at Forrestania's election. COMMODITIES | Sep 21, 2026, 01:38 AM UTC