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- StocksScotts Miracle-Gro stock climbs as company outlines mid-range targets for 2027–2029
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.
- MarketsBlackRock tokenizes $311B of European money market funds on Ethereum
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.
- EconomyWaters lifts outlook on lab equipment demand; Caterpillar sees strength from data-center buildup
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.
- StocksFTSE 100 Edges Higher as Mining Stocks Lift Market on Diplomatic Optimism
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.
- StocksArcher-Daniels-Midland shares climb after Q2 profit gains
Archer-Daniels-Midland reported a year-over-year increase in second-quarter profit, prompting a rally in its stock as markets digest the results
- MarketsU.S. used almost entire stock of long-range precision missiles in Iran conflict, reports say
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.
- EconomyDAX at/near all-time highs as copper climbs; ETFs from Vanguard hit record highs
European equities hover near records while copper approaches prior highs, and Vanguard ETFs reach new peaks amid AI-linked headlines
- StocksBending Spoons to acquire Airtable for about $1.29 billion in cash
Italian tech group Bending Spoons agrees to buy Airtable in an all-cash deal valued near $1.29 billion
- CryptoTelegram app restored on Apple App Store after policy dispute; Gram rebounds
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.
- StocksToyota Reports Q1 Profit Up, Volume Down; Lifts FY27 Outlook and Buyback Plan
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.
- CommoditiesBP profits surge as Trump targets Big Oil windfalls from Q2
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.
- CommoditiesSaudi Aramco profits rise as Iran tensions affect oil market
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
- EconomyNZ Jobs Data Seen as Key for RBNZ Tilt and AUD/NZD Outlook
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.
- EconomySouth Korea July CPI: headline cools, core CPI climbs to multi-year high
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
- CryptoFormer FBI Agent Charged Over Crypto Theft Tied to Investigations
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
- EconomyPalantir lifts full-year forecast on stronger U.S. government, commercial demand
Palantir Holdings raised its annual revenue outlook as demand from U.S. government and commercial clients strengthened and quarterly results beat expectations.
- EconomyFed survey shows unchanged lending standards; manufacturing data heightens inflation fears
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.
- EconomyTrump criticizes Exxon and Chevron for high profits amid oil surge, calls for lower gas prices
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.
- ForexTrump says talks with Iran ongoing, last chance cited by reports
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
- EconomyMichigan Cyclospora Deaths Prompt Retail, Fast Casual Stock Moves
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.
- EconomyFAA certifies Boeing 737 MAX-7, approving production and flight clearance
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.
- CryptoTrump Family's American Bitcoin tops 8,000 BTC after record mining quarter
American Bitcoin reported a notable quarterly gain, surpassing 8,000 BTC as a Hut 8 subsidiary expanded holdings while Bitcoin's price moved lower during the period.
- CryptoBlackRock rolls out tokenized money market funds to back stablecoin reserves
BlackRock unveils blockchain-based money market funds designed to serve as reserve assets for stablecoins, aiming to meet GENIUS Act eligibility requirements for U.S. issuers
- ForexISM Manufacturing PMI signals hotter US factory activity in July
US manufacturing activity accelerated in July, with the ISM index posting its strongest reading in years, while employment rose and price pressures remained a focal point for policy expectations.
- MarketsWhite House to convene AI firms for review of new model-testing framework
The White House will host AI companies to discuss a newly developed model-testing framework, part of a broader executive-order-driven push to evaluate cybersecurity aspects of advanced AI models.
- CryptoTom Lee’s Bitmine extends Ethereum stash, flags 5% circulating supply goal
Bitmine reports adding hundreds of thousands of ETH to its treasury and reinforces plans to own a significant slice of Ethereum’s circulating supply as the token outperforms indices in July.
- StocksMega-cap milestones: Amazon clears $3 trillion while TSMC reclaims $2 trillion
Two major tech names crossed abrupt market-cap milestones after earnings and a momentum rally, highlighting the staying power of large-cap equities in global tech.
- StocksAmazon crosses $3 trillion market cap on AI and cloud growth
Amazon breaks into the $3 trillion club as AI-driven tools and cloud services propel investor enthusiasm and expand advertising revenue
- CryptoUS-Japan yen intervention stirs Bitcoin risk fears as August looms
Coordinated yen action sent the currency higher, prompting renewed concerns over carry trades in Bitcoin amid ongoing USD strength and heightened August risk, according to market reports.
- CryptoBernstein: Clarity Act stall could push crypto lower, spur regulatory action
According to reports, Bernstein says congressional failure to pass the CLARITY Act this year could push crypto valuations lower while prompting faster U.S. regulatory rulemaking
- CommoditiesDeutsche Bank pins fair value for gold as it flags explosive phase and year-end target
Deutsche Bank argues gold remains in an explosive phase and maintains its year-end target, while outlining where fair value might lie based on its latest analysis.
- StocksVisa to Acquire BioCatch for $2.4 Billion in Cash
Visa announced a cash deal to buy BioCatch, a behavioral-based fraud-detection firm, in a move to enhance its payments security offerings for merchants and digital transactions.
- EconomyCircle split: Morgan Stanley Underweight, TD Cowen Starts Buy
Analysts diverge on Circle Internet Group, with Morgan Stanley cutting to Underweight while TD Cowen initiates coverage at Buy, signaling a split view on the stablecoin issuer's prospects.
- StocksBig Tech funding AI boom diverges as cash, debt and partnerships lead the way
Across major tech players, funding methods for AI initiatives vary widely, with cash, debt, and partnerships shaping strategies as the market recalibrates.
- EconomyKKR to Acquire Integer Holdings for $127/Share in All-Cash Deal
KKR, via an affiliate of its funds, to acquire Integer Holdings in an all-cash transaction valued at an enterprise value of approximately $5.7 billion, with a per-share price of $127
- CryptoMicroStrategy sells 1,638 BTC to fund dividends and STRC repurchases
MicroStrategy disclosed another drawdown of bitcoin and cash raised via stock activity to fund dividend payments and repurchase STRC stock.
- CryptoTrump Brothers-Backed American Bitcoin Posts Record BTC Output and Narrowed Q2 Loss
American Bitcoin, the Trump brothers-backed mining firm, reported a record BTC output in Q2 and a narrower net loss as mining revenue rose, according to reports from Investing.com and Cointelegraph.
- StocksSpaceX earnings debut draws focus on Musk commentary and volatility
Investors turn to SpaceX's first-ever earnings report, emphasizing Elon Musk's remarks and the potential for heightened trading volatility rather than the numbers alone.
- CommoditiesOil slips as Iran denies talks while European gas markets ease on Trump claims
European oil markets retreat modestly after Iran denies plans for talks with the U.S., even as supply fears ease and natural gas prices in Europe decline on the back of the Trump-Iran narrative
- Forexyen intervention: markets reassess after joint effort to steady the dollar pair
Markets absorbed a joint intervention that steadied the yen, with the currency trading around ¥157 per dollar after earlier hitting a four-decade low near ¥163
- CryptoBithumb targets 2028 IPO after restructuring and accounting switch
South Korean crypto exchange Bithumb plans a preliminary listing review in 2027 as part of a path toward an eventual 2028 initial public offering, following a shift to international accounting standards this year.
- MarketsWestJet flight attendants end strike after tentative wage deal
A tentative wage agreement has been reached between WestJet and its flight attendants, bringing an end to a strike that caused flight cancellations and disruptions.
- CommoditiesBrent sinks on Iran peace talks, oil declines; U.S. yields dip as de-escalation hopes persist
Oil prices drop amid renewed optimism over Iran diplomacy, while stock sentiment in India improves and U.S. Treasury yields edge lower on the back of weaker dollar and growth-friendly momentum
- StocksAstraZeneca–Bristol Myers Squibb talks spur stock moves amid $400 billion tie-up chatter
Market speculation over potential AstraZeneca and Bristol Myers Squibb tie-up triggered divergent stock moves as investors weighed the prospects and scrutiny over a possible deal valued around $400 billion.
- CryptoColdcard-linked losses surge as small Bitcoin transfers spike, market jitters persist
Market observers track continued Coldcard-associated transfers and losses, with estimates around $89 million reported as Bitcoin trades drift below key levels amid broader macro headlines
- MarketsEuropean equities rise on US-Iran diplomacy hopes
European stocks gained as traders priced in potential progress on US-Iran diplomacy, while oil slipped after a cancellation of planned U.S. strikes.
- ForexJoint U.S.-Japan intervention lifts yen, but impact questioned amid rate differentials
Markets reacted to coordinated yen intervention, with traders weighing the yen’s move against the backdrop of divergent policy paths and weakness in related equities.
- StocksAstraZeneca-Bristol Myers Squibb merger talks surface, sending stock moves in opposite directions
Market speculation over potential merger talks between AstraZeneca and Bristol Myers Squibb triggered a sharp split in the stocks of the two pharmaceutical giants, with Bristol Myers Squibb rising amid reports and AstraZeneca sliding on the same news cycle
- ForexEurozone manufacturing PMI improves to three-month high in July
July's final Eurozone manufacturing PMI rose to a three-month high, led by Germany, with France and Italy showing mixed readings while China’s private sector also extended growth
- MarketsMarkets rally as oil slides on Iran talks revival and Trump comments
Global markets advanced as oil declined on news that talks with Iran are set to resume, fueling optimism for equities and prompting firmer futures in U.S. and European sessions