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PIMCO Corporate & Income Opportunity Fund declares $0.1188 dividend (NYSE:PTY)
PIMCO Corporate & Income Opportunity Fund (PTY) declares a $0.1188 monthly dividend (12.12% forward yield).

Gold Hits Record Highs, Options Market Signals Rising Correction Risk: Implied Volatility and Institutional Hedging Strategies Explained
As gold reaches historic highs, the options market shows rising implied volatility and surging demand for puts. This article analyzes institutional hedging shifts and future volatility risks to help you interpret derivatives market signals.

Hong Kong Stocks Reclaim 20,000 Points: Tech Giants Lead as Capital Dynamics Shift
The Hang Seng Index recaptures the 20,000 mark, driven by tech heavyweights like Tencent and Alibaba. With southbound capital inflows persisting and foreign funds returning, the market's momentum now hinges on a dual-engine capital structure. This article analyzes the underlying dynamics and future outlook.

Blockchain Week’s OnlyFans scandal, Lonely Heart Scammed for $3.3M: Asia Express
Malaysia Blockchain Week meltdown over OnlyFans linked after-party, pig butchering scams net $9M in a week in Hong Kong and more. The week’s top crypto news in Asia Express.

Tsakos Energy Navigation Preferred Stock Dividend of $0.5781: A Deep Dive into Shipping Stock Return Stability
Tsakos Energy Navigation declares a quarterly dividend of $0.5781 per share on its Series E preferred stock, highlighting its commitment to shareholder returns amid shipping market volatility. This analysis explores the company's dividend policy, industry outlook, and investment considerations for income-focused investors.

Hang Seng's 20,000-Point Battle: Can Southbound Capital Provide a Floor? Analyzing Hong Kong's Bull-Bear Dynamics
The Hang Seng Index is locked in a tug-of-war around the 20,000-point mark, with sustained southbound inflows offering support while divergent heavyweight stocks cap upside. This analysis explores the bull-bear logic and key variables ahead.

Caleb & Brown Expands to UK, Betting on Untapped Crypto Demand
Swyftx-owned crypto brokerage Caleb & Brown has expanded into the UK, citing low Bitcoin adoption and limited private-client crypto services as growth opportunities.

Palantir outlines 2026 revenue of $8.15B-$8.158B as U.S. commercial guidance rises above $3.424B (NASDAQ:PLTR)
Palantir (PLTR) Q2 2026 earnings call recap: 93% revenue growth, record $1M+ deals, âsovereign AIâ push, and raised FY guidanceâread key takeaways.

Boltz Suspends Bitcoin Swaps amid Surge in AI-Assisted Attacks
Bitcoin swap service Boltz has suspended operations as AI-assisted attackers are finding and adapting exploits faster than its developers can patch them.

V2X Beats 2026 Revenue Guidance, Targets Net Leverage of 2x by Year-End
V2X projects 2026 revenue of $4.875-$5.025 billion and plans to cut net leverage to ~2x by year-end. Explore its growth drivers, deleveraging path, and industry backdrop.

Gold Wobbles Near Record Highs as Options Signal Shift in Fed Rate-Cut Bets
Gold options volatility spikes as traders reassess Fed rate-cut path. Analysis of risk reversal, NFP impact, and strategy shifts from trend to volatility trading.

Hang Seng Rebounds on Heavy Volume as Southbound Buying Hits Monthly High: Is a Short-Term Bottom in Sight?
Hong Kong stocks rallied sharply on heavy turnover, with tech heavyweights Tencent and Alibaba leading gains. Southbound inflows hit a one-month high, signaling potential short-term stabilization, though sustainability remains uncertain.

U.S. FBI intelligence agent arrested in connection with theft of $1 million in crypto
The agent, who had "top secret" clearance and worked in FBI headquarters, was accused of taking crypto from wallets the agency had investigated.

Adeia targets $600M long-term annual revenue as semiconductor opportunity rises to $200M (NASDAQ:ADEA)
Adeia (ADEA) Q2 2026 earnings call recap: $96.1M revenue, 58.7% EBITDA margin, raised $600M target, licensing wins, litigation risksâread now.

Gold Breaks $2,700: Can Central Bank Buying Spree Sustain? Drivers and Outlook
Gold prices hit a record high above $2,700, driven by geopolitical tensions and rate cut expectations. Central banks' continued gold purchases provide long-term support, but sustainability hinges on policy shifts and global risks.

Fed Holds Rates Steady, Crypto Market Awaits Direction: BTC Consolidates, Rate Cut Hopes in Focus
The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged in July, removing forward guidance on hikes. Crypto markets showed muted reaction with Bitcoin trading in a narrow range. Historical patterns suggest risk assets may rebound after a pause, but inflation data and rate cut expectations remain key.

Ichor anticipates Q3 revenue of $315M-$345M with gross margin of 14.5%-15.5% as second-half volumes target at least 25% above first half (NASDAQ:ICHR)
Ichor (ICHR) Q2 2026 earnings call: Q3 guidance, margin expansion, $3B capacity plans, ATM funding, and supply-chain risksâread key takeaways now.

Fed Rate Cut Uncertainty Drives Gold Options Implied Volatility Surge, Term Structure Inverts
As U.S. economic data sends mixed signals, traders turn to gold options for hedging, causing implied volatility to spike and the term structure to invert. Explore market strategies and future outlook.

FalconX Layoffs: Prime Broker Cuts 10% of Staff, Bloomberg Says
FalconX reportedly laid off 10% of its workforce, plans to withdraw its Singapore license application and refocus its business amid the crypto downturn.

TotalEnergies Subsidiary Hutchinson Secures $191.6M U.S. Army Tire Contract, Advancing Diversification Strategy
TotalEnergies' subsidiary Hutchinson has been awarded a U.S. Army contract worth up to $191.6 million for wheel and tire assemblies, bolstering its defense supply chain position and supporting the company's diversification strategy. The deal underscores the growing demand for military vehicle components amid global geopolitical tensions.
