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US Appellate Court Issues Mandate Affirming Sam Bankman-Fried’s Conviction
Following a June ruling, the US Court of Appeals’ Second Circuit posted an official mandate and opinion to the public docket affirming Sam Bankman-Fried’s conviction and sentence.

Dana Announces $200M Buyback and $15B Sales Target for 2030, Partners with Eaton Mobility to Accelerate Electrification
Dana Incorporated unveils a $200 million share repurchase plan and sets a 2030 sales target of $14-15 billion, deepening collaboration with Eaton Mobility to drive electric commercial vehicle systems, showcasing the traditional parts giant's commitment to transformation.

Gold Hits Record Highs: How Central Bank Buying and Rate Cut Bets Are Reshaping Derivatives Positioning
Explore how central bank gold purchases and Fed rate cut expectations are driving gold derivatives positioning, and discover trading opportunities amid high-level volatility.

Hang Seng Index Surges Back Above 18,000 on Heavy Volume; Southbound Funds Hit Monthly High, Boosting HK Stocks
Hong Kong stocks rebounded strongly as the Hang Seng Index reclaimed the 18,000 mark on heavy turnover, with southbound capital inflows hitting a monthly high. Analysts cite valuation repair, policy support, and improved global liquidity as key drivers, offering a positive near-term outlook.

Bitcoin ETF Inflows Rise After Coldcard Hack: Bloomberg ETF Analyst
US spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted about $620 million after the Coldcard wallet hack, though Bloomberg’s Eric Balchunas says any connection remains unproven.

CPI Card Group Raises 2026 Revenue Outlook, Guides to $45-50M Free Cash Flow
CPI Card Group raises its 2026 revenue growth outlook and provides a free cash flow guidance of $45-50 million, driven by card replacement cycles, cost optimization, and digital banking solutions. Learn about the drivers, industry context, and potential risks.

Gold Pulls Back After Record High, but Options Positioning Signals Bulls Still in Control—Where's the Key Resistance?
Gold prices retreated from record highs, yet options market positioning shows bullish bets are increasing. Institutions are using spread strategies and hedges, with key resistance levels and max pain revealing the tug-of-war.

Hang Seng Index Reclaims 20,000 Points as Southbound Capital Inflows Hit Yearly High, Boosting HK Stock Rebound
The Hang Seng Index surged back above the 20,000 mark while southbound capital recorded consecutive net purchases, reaching a new yearly high. This signals a shift in mainland investors' risk appetite, strengthening the rebound momentum in Hong Kong stocks.

RWA news: Tether expands tokenization platform to Saudi Arabia, starting with real estate
The stablecoin issuer is extending its tokenization business into Saudi Arabia, starting with institutional real estate assets with plans to expand to other asset classes.

Howard Hughes Pivots to Insurance, Vantage Targets High-Teens ROE
Howard Hughes Holdings announces strategic shift to insurance with Vantage platform targeting mid-to-high double-digit ROE. Analysis of the transformation's drivers, challenges, and market prospects, exploring opportunities and risks of real estate firms entering finance.

Gold Pulls Back After Record High: Profit-Taking or Trend Reversal? Deep Dive into High-Volatility Dynamics
Gold's sharp drop after hitting record highs raises questions: is it profit-taking or a trend reversal? This analysis explores the drivers, including Fed rate-cut expectations and geopolitical risks, and identifies key support levels for derivatives traders.

AI Infrastructure Deals Lose Their Spark for Bitcoin Mining Stocks
Blocksbridge Consulting said AI hosting contracts continue to grow in size and value, but investors are focusing more on profitability, financing and execution than headline announcements.

Dauch Q2 2026 Earnings Preview (NYSE:DCH)
Dauch (DCH) is scheduled to announce Q2 earnings results on Friday, August 7th, before market open.The consensus EPS Estimate is $0.16 (-23.8% Y/Y) and the...

Central Bank Gold Buying: Will the Surge Persist Amid High Prices? Supply-Demand Dynamics and Derivatives Market Analysis
Global central banks have been increasing gold reserves for years, but with prices at record highs, can this trend continue? This article examines the impact of central bank purchases on the gold market from supply-demand structures, central bank behavior, and derivatives market perspectives.

Hong Kong Stock Connect Expansion One Month On: Southbound Funds Flock to Tencent and Alibaba, Signaling a New Valuation Logic for Tech Stocks
One month after the expansion of the Stock Connect eligible stocks, southbound capital has concentrated on tech giants like Tencent and Alibaba, reflecting a shift in valuation logic and a trend toward institutional, long-term allocation.

Crypto for Advisors: Europe's crypto rules, U.S. Preview
Crypto for Advisors: Europe's crypto rules, U.S. Preview

Green Plains outlines $25m annual sustaining capex as it targets ~95% 2026 utilization (NASDAQ:GPRE)
Green Plains (GPRE) Q2 2026 earnings call recap: $93.3M adjusted EBITDA, carbon platform gains, 45Z credit update, outlook and risksâread now.

Geopolitical Risk Premium Fades, Oil Prices Plunge from Highs: Futures Positioning and Bull-Bear Divergence
As Middle East tensions ease, international oil prices have tumbled from recent highs. This article analyzes the unwinding of the geopolitical premium, shifting futures positioning, and the supply-demand outlook for derivatives traders.

Hong Kong Stock Exchange Hits Record High as Trading Volume Surpasses HK$1 Trillion
Hong Kong stock market turnover exceeded HK$1 trillion today, lifting HKEX shares to a new high. Analysts see improving liquidity boosting earnings prospects, with historical parallels suggesting further upside.

Step App Shuts Down After Four Years as FITFI Collapses
Move-to-earn project Step App is shutting down after four years as FITFI trades near record lows following its peak at launch in 2022.
