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Banking giant Intesa Sanpaolo cuts IBIT stake 94%, triples ether ETF holding
Its iShares Staked Ethereum Trust ETF (ETHB) stake tripled to 349,600 shares as long bitcoin ETF holdings fell 35% in value to $69.3 million.
Aptiv expects $12.6B-$12.8B 2026 revenue amid China weakness while targeting $300M robotics and drone revenue (NYSE:APTV)
Aptiv (APTV) Q2 2026 earnings call recap: revenue, margins, guidance cut on China weakness, big bookings, drone/robotics growth and buybacksâread now.
Gold Futures Hit Record High on Geopolitical Risks and Rate-Cut Bets: Outlook Analysis
Gold futures surged to an all-time high, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions and growing expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts. This article analyzes the key drivers behind the rally and provides an outlook for future price movements and investment strategies.
Polymarket targets $20 billion valuation as competition heats up in prediction market sector
The blockchain-based prediction markets platform is reportedly returning to investors months after a $15 billion funding round.
Griffon Q3 2026 Earnings Preview (NYSE:GFF)
Griffon (GFF) is scheduled to announce Q3 earnings results on Wednesday, August 5th, before market open. The consensus EPS Estimate is $1.34 (-10.7% Y/Y) and th
Gold Hits Record High as Derivatives Positioning Reveals Speculative and Central Bank Buying in Tandem
Analysis of gold futures and options positioning shows how speculative funds and central bank purchases are jointly driving gold to new highs, and the impact of the Fed's rate-cut cycle on derivatives markets.
Tencent and Alibaba Lead Hang Seng Rebound: Hong Kong Tech Sector Rally Analysis
Hong Kong stocks rebounded today with Tencent and Alibaba leading the tech sector. We analyze the drivers including policy expectations, valuation repair, and southbound capital inflows, and look ahead to the market's trajectory.
BNY to add crypto staking to digital asset custody platform
The custody bank has selected Galaxy to provide staking infrastructure as it broadens services for institutional crypto investors.
Walmart slips after Oppenheimer warns on near-term setup (WMT:NASDAQ)
Walmart stock slipped after Oppenheimer downgraded WMT, citing U.S.
Nonfarm Payrolls Ignite Rate Cut Bets, Gold Options IV Surges, Volatility Curve Steepens
Weaker-than-expected nonfarm payrolls have repriced September rate cut odds to nearly 70%, sending gold options implied volatility soaring with near-month IV leading gains and call premiums widening as derivatives markets front-run the easing cycle.
Hang Seng Surges Over 2% in Morning Trade, Tech Stocks Lead as Southbound Capital Pours In
Hong Kong stocks rebounded strongly on Tuesday, with the Hang Seng Index up over 2% by midday, led by tech heavyweights like Tencent and Alibaba. Southbound capital inflows accelerated, boosting market sentiment and highlighting the appeal of HK equities.
BTC price rises as Coldcard exploit, Strategy sales recede. ADA advances: Crypto Markets Today
Bitcoin advanced as the market settled down following the weekend’s hack of Coldcard wallets and sales by Strategy even as sentiment remained in “extreme fear.”
Lithium Africa appoints James Chabata as CFO (LTAFF:OTCMKTS)
Lithium Africa (LTAFF) names James Chabata CFO effective Oct. 1, 2026; outgoing CFO stays through 2026.
Gold Breaks $2,400: Correction Risk or New Starting Point? Deep Dive into Bull-Bear Dynamics
Gold futures hover near record highs after breaking $2,400, driven by geopolitical tensions and Fed rate cut expectations. This analysis explores the bull and bear cases, derivatives market signals, and whether a pullback or a new uptrend lies ahead.
Hang Seng Index Hits New Year High with Five-Day Winning Streak, Southbound Funds Exceed HK$10 Billion Daily
The Hang Seng Index rose for five consecutive sessions to a new yearly high, with southbound capital net buying exceeding HK$10 billion in a single day. This article analyzes the logic behind mainland funds driving HK stock valuation recovery and looks ahead to market trends.
South African lawmakers propose draft rules on cross-border crypto transactions
A draft rulebook proposes that sending crypto offshore must be conducted through an authorized provider and be reported to the central bank’s FinSurv.
NRG Energy Non-GAAP EPS of $1.57 misses by $0.17, revenue of $7.48B misses by $310M (NRG:NYSE)
NRG Energy Q2 results: non-GAAP EPS and revenue miss estimates, with 2026 adjusted EPS/EBITDA and free cash flow guidance.
Gold Hits Record Highs: Central Bank Buying vs. Rate Cut Expectations, Key Resistance Levels Analyzed
Gold futures hit record highs as central bank purchases and Fed rate cut expectations clash. Technical resistance, fund flows, and outlook analyzed to help investors navigate gold price trends.
Hong Kong Stocks Slip 1.2% as Hang Seng Loses 20,000 Mark; Tencent Leads Blue-Chip Decline
Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index fell 1.2% in morning trade, breaching the 20,000-point level for the first time in three months, with Tencent leading blue-chip losses and capital outflows from Alibaba. Analysts advise caution amid policy and external uncertainties.
BlackRock (BLK) debuts tokenized access to $311 billion of money market funds in Europe
Earlier this week, BlackRock expanded its U.S. tokenized cash platform which involved offering onchain shares of an existing fund, plus a new daily reinvestment stablecoin fund.
