Market news archive — page 2

Regional currencies firm as the dollar eases near a six-week low following India’s RBI decision to hold rates amid global cues

US regulators are examining an air-traffic safety incident involving a military helicopter carrying the president, amid broader scrutiny of Reagan National Airport procedures following a January collision

Bitcoin steadies around $64,000 as global equities reach fresh highs and geopolitical talks on oil supply surface, with other major tokens showing mixed moves amid ongoing security concerns.

Asian equities climb as Wall Street’s strength and an AI-fueled tech rally propel gains, with SoftBank among notable movers in the region

July PMI readings show Japan's services sector expanding at a slower pace and Australia’s services activity strengthening, underscoring divergent momentum in the region.

GM renews its China joint venture with SAIC for two decades following a corporate restructuring, keeping focus on domestic Buick and Cadillac sales while exporting Chevrolet models produced in China to non-U.S. markets, amid ongoing US-China tensions.

June wages rose in Japan, marking a seventh consecutive month of firm income gains and strengthening arguments for gradual Bank of Japan policy normalization.

Japan’s services activity slowed in July amid weak demand while selling prices climbed toward recent highs, suggesting a stagflation-like dynamic and keeping the BOJ in focus for potential policy tightening.

New Zealand’s June quarter labour survey showed the jobless rate at 5.6%, up from 5.4%, with participation rising and surveys pointing to a mixed picture for employment demand.

Chipotle temporarily removed jalapeños from some locations after a Minnesota salmonella investigation, sparking a sharp stock reaction despite ongoing assurances of no current consumer health concerns.

Prudential Financial reports higher second-quarter income, driven by gains in its asset-management and life-insurance units, according to multiple outlets.

Investors reacted to Bed Bath & Beyond’s performance signals ahead of its Q2 26 earnings call, with market attention focused on the retailer’s upcoming results and related corporate updates

Several large-name results point to a varied picture for the second quarter, with Mattel missing estimates while Amgen and Gilead beat, and Lucid signaling a reset with no updated guidance.

Advanced Micro Devices broadens its AI initiatives through major partnerships, attracting investor attention amid market rumors of a stock surge

A Brazil-based manager will liquidate its US spot Bitcoin ETF this month, amid broader declines in spot BTC assets as investors tilt toward alternative tech plays.

Anthropic appoints a former California justice as its global affairs chief to steer AI policy discussions as tensions with the Trump administration intensify and regulatory controls persist

Chipotle faces a stock pullback after a Minnesota salmonella investigation prompts the removal of suspect jalapeños and a switch to peppers from other growers.

The U.S.-backed talks between Israel and Lebanon have begun and are scheduled to continue through August 6, with observers noting a potential focus on moving Israeli forces from southern Lebanon

Procter & Gamble agreed to buy supplements maker Thorne for $3.8 billion, a move EVA aimed at strengthening its health business, according to CNBC and Investing.com.

U.S. JOLTS data for June show job openings down to 7.36 million with hiring rising, a mixed read that comes ahead of the official payrolls release and alongside estimates from labor data reports

Crypto-focused data-center expansions proceed with Bitdeer securing a long-term Norway lease for substantial AI capacity, while CoreWeave enters Asia-Pacific with its first data center in Indonesia.

New Jersey sues Amazon, alleging the company’s third-party delivery model suppresses driver pay and worsens working conditions while curbing competition.

Commerce Department data indicate June factory orders declined unexpectedly, with market whispers of revisions to prior months' durable goods figures cited by multiple outlets.

U.S. equities climb to record levels amid a drop in crude oil, with indicators showing growing overbought conditions and rising short interest

June US JOLTS data show job openings down from May, signaling a gradual cool in the labor market without decisive weakness, according to Action Forex and ForexLive reports

Polymarket is reportedly exploring a fundraising round with a valuation exceeding $20 billion, according to reports drawing on Bloomberg News via Investing.com, with annualized revenue cited by CNBC as well above $1 billion.

Merck posted a GAAP loss in the second quarter, while signaling a higher, yet narrower, full-year sales range as new drug sales contribute to revenue growth, but a charge tied to an acquisition weighs on profits.

Two distinct earnings beats lift Caterpillar and Palantir, as data-center demand fuels Caterpillar’s revenue surge and Palantir's commercial revenue drives a double-digit stock jump.

Reports suggest a potential agreement to open and stabilize shipping through the Strait of Hormuz could be reached in the near term, with discussions tying together Iran and Oman under a new traffic-management framework

Scotts Miracle-Gro shares rose after the company announced mid-range financial targets for fiscal 2027 through 2029, signaling a plan to drive sustainable value over the mid and long term.

BlackRock launches a tokenized access program for European money market funds, backed by JP Morgan’s Kinexys, expanding its tokenized cash platform to professional investors in Europe and signaling further integration of on-chain forms of cash management.

Rising demand for laboratory equipment and continued strength in construction machinery tied to data-center expansion prompted raised forecasts and better-than-expected results from key industrial players.

The FTSE 100 rose modestly as mining shares led gains amid renewed hopes for U.S.-Iran diplomacy and a brighter risk appetite for equities.

Archer-Daniels-Midland reported a year-over-year increase in second-quarter profit, prompting a rally in its stock as markets digest the results

Multiple outlets report that the U.S. has exhausted most of its long-range precision missiles in the Iran war, according to people familiar with the data.

European equities hover near records while copper approaches prior highs, and Vanguard ETFs reach new peaks amid AI-linked headlines

Italian tech group Bending Spoons agrees to buy Airtable in an all-cash deal valued near $1.29 billion

Apple briefly removed Telegram from its App Store over a content issue tied to child safety policies, then reinstated the app after actions by Telegram, with reports noting a rebound in the token-like Gram despite ongoing scrutiny.

Toyota Motor Corp. posted higher quarterly net earnings on solid profitability despite weaker sales volume, upgraded its FY27 outlook, and announced a plan to buy back up to ¥1 trillion, with shares easing on the news.

BP reports profits more than doubling, while Trump voices discontent with windfall gains by major oil groups, urging them to return some profits amid broader political pressure.

Saudi Aramco posts higher quarterly earnings amid oil-market support from geopolitical strains tied to Iran, while traders weigh uncertain US-Iran talks and their impact on prices

A stronger-than-expected New Zealand jobs report could keep the Reserve Bank of New Zealand on a hawkish path and support the kiwi against the aussie, according to market commentary.

July consumer inflation in South Korea eased on the headline and monthly basis while core inflation rose to a multi-year high, potentially giving the BOJ (Bank of Korea) policy room amidst persistent price pressures

Prosecutors allege a former FBI counterintelligence supervisor stole cryptocurrency from wallets connected to investigations, with reports noting guidance sought from ChatGPT and plans to relocate

Palantir Holdings raised its annual revenue outlook as demand from U.S. government and commercial clients strengthened and quarterly results beat expectations.

A Fed survey indicated no change in business lending standards in Q2, while the manufacturing PMI discussion highlighted persistent inflation concerns and increased pressure on policy.

Former president criticized Exxon and Chevron for earning what he described as excessive profits as oil prices rose amid geopolitical tensions, urging actions to reduce gasoline costs.

Reports indicate President Trump said negotiations with Iran are taking place now, with references to a last-chance window and discussions touching on the Strait

Michigan reports two Cyclospora-related deaths as outbreaks draw attention from investors, weighing shares of related restaurant chains and helping shape the day’s market narrative.

The FAA has certified and approved the 737 MAX-7 for production, clearing the smallest model in the MAX family to fly after delays, with airlines expected to integrate the aircraft into service over months.