Unexpected PCE Inflation Surge Clouds Fed's Rate Path

U.S. core PCE inflation rose 3.3% in April, exceeding forecasts and hitting a near-year high. Geopolitical tensions boosting energy costs are a key driver. This strengthens expectations for prolonged high Fed rates, potentially delaying initial cuts as markets price in an extended period of tight policy.

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Futu Founder Addresses Regulatory Updates: Prioritizing Compliance and Advancing Global Strategy

Futu Holding's founder Li Hua addressed recent regulatory updates on cross-border securities, emphasizing proactive compliance. The rules apply industry-wide, primarily restricting mainland clients' deposits and purchases, with no significant impact expected on annual customer acquisition. The firm has halted new mainland accounts and will expand into more international markets.

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Polymarket Expands into Derivatives with Perpetual Contracts Beta Launch

Polymarket has launched a beta version of its perpetual contracts product, initially available to select users. Access will expand over the next four weeks, marking the platform's strategic move from prediction markets into the crypto derivatives trading space to diversify its offerings and user base. Specific trading pairs and features remain undisclosed.

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