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FOMC preview: Citadel bets on a Fed rate hike Wednesday as bitcoin (BTC) analysts call a hold.
Citadel is betting the Fed hikes rates Wednesday while consensus expects a hold — a contrarian call built on timing, not data, that could jolt bitcoin and Treasury yields alike.
UBS unveils $3B repurchase plan after Q2 net profit rises (UBS:NYSE)
UBS Group (UBS) announced a new $3B share repurchase program after reporting a surge in investment banking activity and continued business momentum.
Gold Breaks $2,400 as Options Bullish Bets Surge: Institutional Flow and Strategy Analysis
Gold futures and options positioning reveal institutional capital flows: rising call option ratios, driven by geopolitical risks and rate cut expectations. How to position short-term trading strategies?
Hang Seng Index Wavers as Tencent Earnings Set to Steer Hong Kong Tech Stocks
An analysis of the recent Hang Seng Index volatility, focusing on Tencent's upcoming earnings as a key catalyst for Hong Kong tech stocks and market outlook.
Crypto firm to cover $60 million losses after SK Hynix flash crash on Hyperliquid
The mark price fell 19% on a single pre-market trade in Korea. The company says its oracle worked exactly as designed.
Tilray projects $68M-$75M adjusted EBITDA in fiscal 2027 as it targets margin expansion (NASDAQ:TLRY)
Tilray (TLRY) Q4 FY2026 earnings call highlights: record revenue, EBITDA guidance for FY2027, BrewDog/Carlsberg updates, and key risksâread now.
Gold Options Implied Volatility Surges After Record High: 'Double Peak' Open Interest Reveals Bull-Bear Divide and Future Expectations
Gold options implied volatility term structure inverts as call and put open interest forms a double-peak standoff at key strike prices, highlighting deepening market divergence on gold's next move. This article dissects the latest derivatives market dynamics through option pricing and positioning data.
Hang Seng Index Falls for Three Consecutive Days: Tencent and Alibaba Buck the Trend with Southbound Capital Inflows, Market Sentiment Diverges
The Hang Seng Index has corrected for three straight sessions, while Tencent and Alibaba attracted net buying from southbound capital, highlighting a divergence in market sentiment. This analysis explores the reasons for the pullback, capital flows, and the outlook ahead.
Live updates: Bitcoin clears $64,000 in Asia hours ahead of Fed decision
Markets price a hold at Wednesday's decision, but a real minority sees a surprise hike, with Citadel Securities and UBS among those flagging the risk.
BASF SE Non-GAAP EPS of â¬1.28, revenue of â¬17.21B; updates FY2026 outlook
BASF SE press release (BASFY): Q2 Non-GAAP EPS of â¬1.28. Revenue of â¬17.21B (+16.4% Y/Y).
Hang Seng Index Breaks Below 19,000: Tech Stocks Lead Decline, Hong Kong Market Under Pressure – Analysis and Outlook
The Hang Seng Index has fallen below the 19,000 mark, with tech heavyweights like Tencent and Alibaba leading the decline. This article provides an in-depth analysis of the pressures on the Hong Kong market, including market sentiment, external factors, and heavyweight stock performance, and offers an outlook on key variables ahead.
BTC, ETH price news: Bitcoin rises toward $64,000 amid Korea's record chip crash
SK Hynix fell 17% after profit rose 557% and still missed estimates. Bitcoin is up 1%, and the Fed decides rates today.
W. P. Carey in charts: Lease revenues rise on net investments, operating property revenue drops (WPC:NYSE)
W. P. Carey in charts: Lease revenues rise on net investments, operating property revenue drops
Middle East Tensions Drive Crude Oil Futures Volatility to New Highs, Options Implied Volatility Surges
Escalating geopolitical risks in the Middle East are causing sharp swings in crude oil futures prices, with options implied volatility hitting recent highs. This article analyzes derivative market strategies amid inventory data and OPEC policy.
Hang Seng Index Reclaims 28,000: Tencent and Alibaba Lead Hong Kong Stock Rally Analysis
The Hang Seng Index staged a strong rebound to reclaim the 28,000 mark, led by tech heavyweights Tencent and Alibaba. This analysis explores the rally's drivers, shifting market sentiment, and the outlook for investors.
South Korea Plans Crypto Law as Tax Repeal Reaches Committee
South Korea’s FSC plans a consolidated crypto law covering stablecoins and exchanges as lawmakers consider repealing a 22% tax due in 2027.
Precision Drilling GAAP EPS of-$0.52 misses by $0.51, revenue of $452.8M beats by $141.09M
Precision Drilling press release (PDS): Q2 GAAP EPS of -$0.52 misses by $0.51. Revenue of $452.8M (+11.4% Y/Y) beats by $141.09M. Adjusted EBITDA was $97 million, down 10% from $108 million
Hang Seng Loses 18,000 Mark as Tech Stocks Lead Decline; Tencent Plunges Nearly 4% - Analysis
The Hang Seng Index breaks below the critical 18,000 support level, led by a tech sector selloff with Tencent and Alibaba among the top losers. This article analyzes the triggers, including US bond yields, geopolitical risks, and earnings concerns, and assesses market sentiment.
Celsius-Linked Ionic Digital Jumps 26% in Nasdaq Debut
Ionic Digital climbed 26% from its opening price in its Nasdaq debut, closing with a market capitalization of about $2.8 billion after its direct listing.
Varonis signals $105M-$110M 2026 free cash flow as it raises SaaS ARR outlook to 20%-21% (NASDAQ:VRNS)
Varonis (VRNS) Q2 2026 earnings call highlights: SaaS ARR growth, AI-driven demand, deal slippage from rumors, and raised guidanceâread key metrics &...