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ASML raises FY26 outlook again, plans capacity boost on AI demand
ASML (ASML) stock rose after it raised its 2026 forecast for the second time this year and said it plans to expand capacity on the back of AI demand.
Gold Futures Hit New High: Safe-Haven Demand vs. Rate Cut Expectations Fuel Bull-Bear Divide
Gold futures break key resistance to record highs as safe-haven demand and Fed rate cut expectations clash. Analysis of institutional bull-bear split, ETF flows, and options volatility signals for the outlook.
Hang Seng Index Breaks Below 17,000: Short-Term Pressure or a Buying Opportunity?
The Hang Seng Index has fallen below the key 17,000 mark amid Fed rate cut uncertainty, property sector risks, and divergent performance from heavyweights like Tencent and Alibaba. This article analyzes the reasons for short-term pressure and explores whether low valuations present a buying opportunity.
Stripe, Advent Offer $53B to Acquire PayPal: Report
Stripe and Advent reportedly offered to buy PayPal for $53 billion, representing a 28% premium over PayPal’s Tuesday closing stock price.
Pentair falls 14% as pool inventory issues force guidance cut, CFO exits (PNR:NYSE)
Pentair (PNR) stock slumped 14% on Tuesday after hours as it lowered its FY 2026 outlook after a sharper-than-expected inventory correction in its pool segment.
Hang Seng Rally Stalls: Tech Gains Mask Underlying Risks, Caution Advised on Pullback
The Hang Seng Index opened lower, rallied, then faded. Tencent and Alibaba earnings boosted tech stocks, but liquidity tightening and geopolitical risks dampened sentiment. Analysts warn of limited short-term momentum and potential pullback.
BTC, ETH, SOL price news: Bitcoin nears $65,000 as Fed rate-hike expectations drop
The June CPI print pulled hike odds from 43% to 13%, with analysts now watching the September FOMC meeting for further cues on positioning.
Svenska Handelsbanken AB (publ) reports 1H results (SVNLY:OTCMKTS)
Handelsbanken 1H results: income SEK 28.2bn, operating profit SEK 14.9bn, EPS SEK 5.81; ROE 13.2%, CET1 17.2%.
Escalating Middle East Tensions Fuel Safe-Haven Demand, Gold Futures Hit Record High as Long Positions Surge
Geopolitical turmoil in the Middle East drives a surge in gold futures long positions, pushing prices to all-time highs. Analysis of Fed rate cut expectations and central bank gold purchases supporting the rally, along with risks and opportunities in derivatives markets.
Hang Seng Index Breaks Below 20,000: Tencent and Alibaba Lead Tech Sector Decline, Market Panic Spreads
Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index plunged sharply today, breaking below the key psychological level of 20,000 points. Tech heavyweights Tencent and Alibaba led the decline, fueling market panic. Analysts point to 19,500 as the next support level, with policy signals and external risks being key for the outlook.
Ripple joins card giants backing x402 as 75 million payments move just $24 million
Forty companies now govern x402, the protocol Coinbase built and handed away. It settled about $24 million last month across 75 million payments.
OpenAI researcher Miles Wang departs to launch $2B AI drug discovery startup
OpenAI (OPENAI) researcher Miles Wang is leaving the ChatGPT maker to launch a new startup focused on developing AI models for drug discovery,
Gold Wobbles Near Highs as Options Market Signals Deepening Bull-Bear Split; Hedging Strategies Diverge
Gold futures and options data reveal intensifying long-short battles, with implied volatility climbing as hedge funds and long-term investors adopt contrasting strategies. The market awaits clearer macro signals.
Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index Struggles to Sustain Rally; Tencent and Alibaba Earnings Emerge as Key Market Sentiment Drivers
An analysis of the recent weakness in the Hang Seng Index, focusing on the upcoming earnings reports from Tencent and Alibaba. Explore whether these tech giants can revive market sentiment in Hong Kong, offering professional investment insights.
Kalshi says CFTC, Michigan orders leave it in ‘impossible position’
The CFTC blocked Kalshi from unwinding Michigan trades, escalating a federal-state fight over who has the authority to regulate prediction markets.
SK Hynix rebounds 13% as Wall Street rally lifts chip stocks (SKHY:NASDAQ)
SK Hynix (SKHY) shares surged nearly 13% on Wednesday on the Korean exchange, rebounding from sharp losses earlier this week, as a rebound in U.S.
Gold Futures Hit All-Time High: Geopolitical Risks and Rate Cut Expectations Drive Rally, What's Next?
Gold futures prices have surged to a record high, driven by escalating Middle East tensions and renewed expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut. This article analyzes safe-haven demand, shifting interest rate dynamics, and the outlook for gold investors.
Hang Seng Index Breaks Below 17,000 Points as Tech Stocks Lead Decline; Tencent and Alibaba Face Pressure with Capital Outflows
The Hang Seng Index fell below the 17,000-point mark in a single day, led by tech stocks, with major weights like Tencent and Alibaba declining broadly. Market sentiment weakened as capital flowed into safe-haven sectors, suggesting short-term volatility may persist.
TAC Token Plunges 90% in 15 Minutes: Deep Dive into the Flash Crash and Market Impact
On July 7, 2026, the TAC token crashed 90% in 15 minutes, wiping out over $200 million in market cap. This article analyzes the causes, market reactions, and investor warnings, highlighting the risks of high-volatility crypto assets.
OpenAI says ChatGPT fully recovered after brief login issues (OPENAI:Private)
OpenAI says ChatGPT services are fully restored after brief login disruptions and intermittent errors.
