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SK Hynix shares rose 3%.

In a Hong Kong Stock Exchange announcement, Insilicon announced that its chairman will increase his holdings in September, with an estimated total amount of up to HK$16 million.

On September 4th, the Bank of England's chief economist stated that the biggest threat to the central bank's independence is government pressure on it to finance massive fiscal deficits. Chief Economist Peale stated that slowing economic growth and a series of supply shocks have led to widening global fiscal deficits and rising public debt levels. Financing these fiscal deficits through the central bank could raise questions about its independence.

Oman rejected Iran's proposal to charge fees in the Strait of Hormuz, and international oil prices remained high. A chart provides a quick overview of the pre-market conversion prices of crude oil between domestic and international markets.

Jun Mimura, Japan's top foreign exchange official: We have always maintained contact with the U.S. authorities.

Japanese government officials: Household spending in Japan fell by the largest year-on-year decline since January 2024 in July.

Venezuelan Oil Minister Henao: By the end of the year, Chevron's production in Venezuela will reach 300,000 barrels per day.

According to Yonhap News Agency, Japan's defense minister will be absent from the annual dialogue to be held in South Korea.

On September 4th, Polish Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Kosiniak Kamesz stated on the 3rd that, in light of recent activity by Russian military aircraft, Poland has decided to further strengthen its airspace defenses and increase the frequency of operations by its air force fighter jets and military helicopters. On the same day, Poland announced temporary airspace restrictions from September 10th to December 9th in parts of the country's eastern region, primarily affecting low-altitude flights; civilian airliners flying normally at higher altitudes will not be affected. The Polish military stated that these measures aim to ensure greater operational space for its air defense systems in order to respond quickly to potential security threats.

On September 4th, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) stated on the 3rd that it had recently launched an operation in the Ali Taher Ridge area of southern Lebanon, achieving "operational control" over both above-ground and underground areas and clearing Hezbollah militants hiding in two underground tunnels. The IDF stated that the operation to dispose of this underground facility is ongoing and that it will continue operations in the so-called "safe zone" in southern Lebanon.

Japan's total household spending rose 0.5% month-on-month in July, below the expected 2.6% and the previous month's -6.4%.

Japan's household spending in July fell 3.6% year-on-year, compared to a forecast of -1.6% and a previous reading of -3.30%.

September 4 - Yemeni government officials said on the 3rd that fierce fighting broke out between Yemeni government forces and Houthi rebels in several areas of southwestern Taiz province, resulting in about 28 deaths and dozens of injuries on both sides, and more than 900 families being displaced.

It is reported that Anthropic will complete a $15 billion credit financing before its IPO.

Reserve Bank of New Zealand's Carl Hansen: Before deciding what action to take in October, the focus will be on whether there are any "surprises" in the data, rather than a single indicator.

Reserve Bank of New Zealand's Carl Hansen: Wednesday's rate hike was a decision made with clear consensus.

U.S. Trade Representative Greer: The U.S. trade deficit has decreased by 20% compared to the same period last year.

U.S. Trade Representative Greer: Met with the Mexican trade minister on Thursday.

Tencent Music (01698.HK) announced the pricing of its US$1 billion notes.