Crude Oil Market - Crude oil prices remained steady in Asian trading, with Brent Oil Futures at $62.45 per barrel and WTI at $57.91 per barrel, following a weekly loss of approximately 3% [2] - The U.S. and Ukraine have agreed on a refined peace framework, which could potentially increase global oil supply if Russian oil flows resume, although analysts believe a deal is unlikely soon due to unresolved issues [3] - New U.S. sanctions on Russian oil firms, effective November 21, restrict crude exports, but market skepticism remains regarding their long-term impact [3] South Korean Currency Market - South Korean authorities are discussing stabilization measures for the won, which has seen increased volatility, recently surpassing ₩1,470 per dollar [4] - The volatility is attributed to a surge in overseas investments by Korean residents and an imbalance in dollar demand and supply [5] - The National Pension Service, holding 44% of its assets in overseas stocks and bonds, is a key focus for potential adjustments to stabilize the currency [5] Alibaba and AI Market - Alibaba's Qwen chatbot has surpassed 10 million downloads, indicating a strong push into the consumer AI market and positively impacting its stock [6][7] - The Qwen3-Max-Preview model features over one trillion parameters, positioning Alibaba as a leading generative AI provider in China [8] - Alibaba's strategic investments in AI aim to reduce reliance on U.S.-made chips and enhance its competitive edge [8] Hong Kong's Trade and Technology Initiatives - Hong Kong's Financial Secretary is leading a delegation to Italy to showcase technological advancements and strengthen business ties [9] - The delegation includes start-ups from various sectors, aiming to attract European companies to the Asian markets [10] Chinese Power Equipment Industry - Chinese power equipment manufacturers are experiencing a surge in demand due to the global AI boom, particularly in the U.S. and emerging markets [11] - Exports of transformers and high-voltage GIS from China increased significantly, with a 37.8% rise in transformers and a 28.5% rise in GIS in the first ten months of the year [12] - Companies like Sieyuan Electric reported substantial revenue and profit increases, driven by strong overseas demand [12]