Samantha Luan

The latest revision of UN World Population Prospects reveals that demographic shift is no longer a distant projection but an accelerating reality across parts of Asia, with the share of people aged 65 and over rising fast in several countries.

Bitcoin slumped nearly 8% on Thursday to hit lows near $70,000 levels, as thinning liquidity and a broad sell-off in global technology stocks triggered renewed pressure on risk assets.

Soybean futures surged on Trump's China purchase claims, yet record Brazilian supply may temper lasting gains.

Spot silver slumped as much as 16.7% to $73.5565 an ounce, coming back in sight of lows hit following last week's rout. Silver futures for March delivery tumbled more than 10% to $73.383/oz.

Yen selloff returned to focus in Asian trading today as investors positioned ahead of Japan's snap election this weekend.

Software stocks sold off sharply, pushing XSW into a confirmed bearish breakdown as price approaches a major technical support zone that could determine near-term direction.

Deutsche Bank downgraded Merck KGaA (ETR:MRCG) to "hold" from "buy" and raised its price target to €132 from €127, citing reduced earnings expectations and limited upside after a recent share price recovery, sending shares down over 3%.

S&P 500 futures experienced a moderate pickup in new long risk flows last week, while Nasdaq 100 and Russell 2000 positioning levels remained close to neutral, according to Citigroup strategists.

Gold rebounds near $4,850 as the dollar pauses, while silver stabilizes near $85. Traders watch key support zones for signs of a broader metals recovery.