New research from the Resolution Foundation indicates Gen Z's early careers are more financially rewarding than millennials', with real weekly pay at age 24 being 12% higher for those born in the late 1990s compared to those born in the late 1980s. However, this positive trend is under threat due to economic pressures and a rising NEET crisis.
Calais Digital Assets has enabled UBS uMINT tokenized money-market funds to be used as live trading collateral on Bybit, creating a practical margin use case. This setup allows collateral to earn yield while supporting trading activities, shifting the focus for tokenized real-world assets from issuance to market utility.
SK hynix has overtaken Samsung Electronics in market capitalization for the first time, reaching 2,091 trillion won compared to Samsung's 2,090 trillion won. This marks the first time since 2000 that Samsung has lost its top position on the KOSPI index.
Oil prices fell Monday after US-Iran talks in Switzerland concluded with Tehran securing waivers for oil and petrochemical exports, easing concerns over potential supply disruptions. Brent crude futures were down 1.90% at $79.04 per barrel.
Motilal Oswal Wealth Management Research Desk recommends State Bank of India (SBI) and Bharat Electronics as top stocks to buy for the week of June 22, 2026. SBI is favored for its strong deposit and lending leadership, while BEL is highlighted for its dominant position in defense electronics.
An explosion at Qatar's Ras Laffan industrial area, a key natural gas export terminal, injured at least 54 people and left 18 missing. The blast occurred as workers attempted to resume operations after a previous bombing by Iran, potentially disrupting global energy markets.
Zhipu AI's market capitalization exceeded $128 billion on Monday, driven by investor optimism following the release of its new GLM-5.2 model. The model ranks second globally for front-end web development tasks.
MSCI's annual market classification review is set for the 24th. While some expected Korea's inclusion in the developed market watchlist, Samsung Securities suggests lowering expectations due to five negative items identified in the market accessibility review, indicating that Korea's promotion to developed market status may be delayed until June next year.
Axis AMC MD & CEO B. Gopkumar discusses India's economic challenges, including inflation, monsoon concerns, and AI's impact. He expresses optimism for the next three years, highlighting infrastructure and consumption as key drivers. Gopkumar also details Axis AMC's efforts to regain investor trust through structural strengthening, technological advancements, and a refined investment framework, emphasizing a true-to-label approach for equity funds.
Polish PM Donald Tusk cautioned against a political conflict with Ukraine, calling it a strategic mistake. This follows Poland revoking Zelenskyy's top honor after he supported renaming a unit after nationalists who massacred Poles in WWII. Meanwhile, Ukraine's attacks on Russian fuel supplies in Crimea have led to civilian gas sales suspension.
Experts warn that Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's planned overhaul of forward guidance and the dot plot could increase market volatility and lead to higher interest rates due to increased uncertainty.
ASX 200 futures indicate a 0.2% fall at the open, influenced by European market declines and geopolitical tensions including a failed peace talk and threats to the Strait of Hormuz. Metcash's FY26 results are expected with no major impact.
WiseTech Global shares dropped 13.4% after a report detailed an Australian Federal Police investigation into executive chair Richard White over alleged exploitation. The company's value has significantly decreased from its peak.
Wowcher has apologized for an email subject line that referenced a crocodile attack on a toddler, calling the wording "unacceptable" and "insensitive." The incident occurred at Old Hurst zoo where a three-year-old was seriously injured.
The Wall Street Journal investigated Polymarket, finding the prediction market paid social media creators to post misleading videos promoting it. Many videos used dummy sites and misrepresented bet outcomes.
Three cryptocurrency wallets, mintblade, GRIMDRIP, and EndlessFate, collectively profited $24.25 million from World Cup prediction markets before consolidating their winnings to a single Binance deposit address. This raises questions about potential single-trader control and the source of their success.
Discount website Wowcher has apologized after a marketing email with the subject line "Snap up these deals quicker than a croc can catch a kid!" was sent to customers following a crocodile attack on a toddler at a zoo. The email caused outrage on social media, and Wowcher stated it was unacceptable and never approved for use.
Major tech companies like Amazon, Alphabet, Microsoft, and Meta are struggling with hardware shortages, particularly high-bandwidth memory (HBM) chips crucial for AI. This bottleneck, driven by limited production capacity from key players like SK Hynix, Samsung, and Micron, is impacting their stock performance and capital expenditures, while suppliers of memory and chip equipment are seeing significant gains.
The financial world is shifting from ownership to optionality, with derivatives like options and futures becoming dominant. Crypto markets led this trend, and traditional markets are now following suit, driven by demand for flexibility and exposure to probability.
Polymarket allegedly paid online creators to post deceptive videos showcasing fake lucrative bets on its prediction market, according to a WSJ investigation. Creators used near-perfect website copies and were reportedly told not to disclose payment, though some later added "@polymarket partner" to bios.
Australia's publishing industry faces pressure to release books quickly, often sacrificing quality for speed. Authors report rushed production, poor editing, and a crowded market, leading to concerns about the erosion of literary standards and the sustainability of the industry.
Dash is considering the Philippines as a new market for its cryptocurrency payment services, aiming to offer lower-cost transactions. The company is assessing the local landscape and prioritizing legal compliance before a potential launch.
A tentative US-Iran deal aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but global economic fallout persists. Energy markets anticipate supply recovery, yet recession looms for Gulf economies, while US inflation rises. Analysts warn of fragile peace and long-term economic impacts.
Diyarbakır'da bir markete el bombası atılması olayıyla ilgili 4 şüpheli gözaltına alındı. Şüphelilerden İ.Y. ve ağabeyi Mehmet Yağınlı, "huzumet" nedeniyle market sahibinin oğluna yönelik saldırıyı gerçekleştirdikleri iddiasıyla tutuklandı. Olayda markette yaklaşık 2 milyon TL hasar oluştuğu belirtildi.
