

Huanyao Fang
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Fang Huanyao is a financial editor at TradingKey with an academic background in economics and a certified Junior Economist. He previously worked at securities firms and leading financial media outlets. His expertise includes equity market news analysis, technical analysis of commodities, and researching the impact of macroeconomic trends on the foreign exchange market.
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Trump Strikes Again: Sends Warning Letter to Eli Lilly and Others, Drug Pricing Back in the Spotlight
TradingKey - On Thursday Eastern Time, U.S. President Donald Trump renewed pressure on the pharmaceutical industry by sending formal letters to several major drugmakers
Thu, Jul 31

Two Trading Halts! Figma Soars 253% in IPO Debut
TradingKey - Collaborative design platform Figma (FIG.US) officially debuted on the New York Stock Exchange, opening 183.3% above its IPO price, with shares surging as much as 253% intraday. The stock briefly hit $116.38, pushing its market capitalization above $53 billion.
Thu, Jul 31

U.S. June Core PCE Rises, Adding Uncertainty to Rate Cut Outlook
TradingKey - On Friday morning (U.S. Eastern Time), the U.S. Commerce Department released the June PCE Price Index, the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge — and the data came in hotter than expected.
Thu, Jul 31

In Line With Expectations, But Far From Calm — Fed Holds Rates Steady Once Again
TradingKey - On Wednesday afternoon (U.S. Eastern Time), the Federal Reserve once again delayed a rate cut, a decision widely anticipated by markets. This marks the fifth consecutive meeting at which the Fed has held rates steady, keeping the benchmark federal funds rate unchanged in the 4.25%–4.50%
Wed, Jul 30

Ambiq Micro Soars 74% in U.S. IPO Debut, Hits Volatility Trading Halt
TradingKey - Artificial intelligence and ultra-low-power semiconductor company Ambiq Micro (AMBQ) made its U.S. market debut recently, surging on its first trading day.
Wed, Jul 30

Trump and Bessent Play Good Cop, Bad Cop? Fed’s Doves and Hawks Clash Amid Rising Tensions
TradingKey - Ahead of the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision, U.S. officials and policymakers have been increasingly vocal about their stance on monetary policy — revealing a deepening divide between political pressure and central bank independence.
Wed, Jul 30

U.S. Economy Strong: ADP, GDP, PCE Beat Forecasts — Markets Expect Delayed Fed Cuts
TradingKey - Today’s batch of U.S. economic data delivered a strong dose of confidence to markets, with most key indicators surpassing expectations — signaling no signs of meaningful weakness.
Wed, Jul 30

Medical Costs Spiral Out of Control, UnitedHealth’s Q2 Earnings Deal Another Blow to Market Confidence
TradingKey - UnitedHealth Group (UNH) reported its second-quarter results (April–June) on Tuesday, July 29, delivering a disappointing earnings performance as soaring medical costs once again outpaced pricing assumptions
Tue, Jul 29
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U.S. Job Openings Dip in June — Labor Market Shows Signs of Moderate Cooling
TradingKey - U.S. job openings declined in June after two consecutive months of increases, signaling a gradual cooldown in the labor market. According to the JOLTS report released Tuesday by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of open jobs fell to 7.44 million in June
Tue, Jul 29

$1 Billion Buyback Fails to Stem the Tide — Ethereum-Linked Stocks Crash, BMNR Plunges Over 10%
TradingKey - On July 29, U.S.-listed crypto reserve company Bitmine Immersion (BMNR.US) disclosed its latest holdings: 192 bitcoins and approximately 625,000 ether (ETH), reflecting a significant increase of 58,224 ETH from prior levels.
Tue, Jul 29

Trump Signals Global Tariff Push — Will Impose Uniform Rate on Nations Without Deals
TradingKey - U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday, during a joint press conference in Turnberry, Scotland with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, that he “very likely” will impose a uniform 15% to 20% import tariff on all countries that have not signed bilateral trade agreements with the US.
Mon, Jul 28

Gold Drops 1% as Tariff Clarity Triggers Short-Term Risk-Off Move
TradingKey - As of July 28, gold was trading at $3,310.6 per ounce, down 1%, with an intraday low of $3,302 — marking its first four-day losing streak since April 2.
Mon, Jul 28

Shigeru Ishiba Signals Intention to Stay, Vows to Advance U.S.-Japan Trade Deal
TradingKey - Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has signaled his intention to remain in office following a ruling party meeting, emphasizing his commitment to advancing the U.S.-Japan trade and investment agreement.
Mon, Jul 28
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“Agree First, Negotiate Later” — U.S.-Japan Investment Deal Faces Uncertainty
TradingKey - According to the Financial Times, there is a growing divergence between the U.S. and Japan over the details of a recently reported "$55 billion investment agreement."
Fri, Jul 25
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Trump Misinterprets Powell’s “Strong Economy” Remark as a Rate Cut Signal?
TradingKey - According to recent reports, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has made clear that, despite mounting pressure from President Trump and his allies, he has no intention of resigning during his term.
Fri, Jul 25
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Gold Suffers Rare Three-Day Loss — Are Tariffs Becoming a Reality?
TradingKey - As political tensions within the U.S. ease and global uncertainties begin to settle, gold prices have tumbled in a rare three-day losing streak. At the time of writing, gold has fallen to $3,334 per ounce.
Fri, Jul 25

Trump Meets Powell in Person, Demands Rate Cuts and Claims Positive Progress in EU Talks
TradingKey - On July 24 (U.S. Eastern Time), President Donald Trump arrived at the Federal Reserve headquarters, where he stated that the ongoing negotiations with the European Union are progressing well.
Thu, Jul 24

LVMH Reports Decline in First-Half Performance — Weak Asia and Cooling Demand Hit Luxury Giant
TradingKey - LVMH’s half-year financial report shows a decline in revenue and profits for the first six months of 2025, as soft demand in Asia and a slowdown in high-end consumer spending weighed on key business segments, particularly Fashion & Leather Goods.
Thu, Jul 24

Google Posts Stellar Q2 Revenue of $96.4 Billion — AI Fuels Broad-Based Growth
TradingKey - Alphabet (GOOG, GOOGL) reported its second-quarter 2025 earnings on July 23, delivering a strong performance across the board.
Wed, Jul 23

Trump Administration Unveils AI Action Plan: Sweeping Deregulation to Secure U.S. Global AI Leadership
TradingKey - On July 23, the Trump administration released a 23-page AI Action Plan , aiming to cement America’s global leadership in artificial intelligence by dramatically loosening regulations, accelerating infrastructure development, and expanding energy capacity.
Wed, Jul 23
