What moved markets on August 13, 2026

Foreign investors sold Japanese bonds by 58.7 billion yen, a shift from the prior 558.9 billion yen inflow.

Foreign investors sold Japanese bonds by 58.7 billion yen, a shift from the prior 558.9 billion yen inflow. Separately, foreign investment in Japanese stocks registered a net outflow of 368.5 billion yen, following a previous outflow of 392.5 billion yen. However, a different measure of Japan foreign stock investment shows a rise to 963.5 billion yen, up from a prior net outflow of 276.4 billion yen.

US equity futures are mixed: S&P futures are up 0.04 percent, Nasdaq futures are up 0.04 percent, and Russell futures are…

US equity futures are mixed: S&P futures are up 0.04 percent, Nasdaq futures are up 0.04 percent, and Russell futures are down 0.05 percent. In foreign exchange, EUR/USD is up 0.05 percent, and USD/JPY is down 0.02 percent. WTI crude is down 0.02 percent, and gold is down 0.07 percent.

Crude oil trades near $81 per barrel after a prior-session decline.

Crude oil trades near $81 per barrel after a prior-session decline. The IEA has cut its demand outlook, and OPEC has lowered its 2026 growth forecast to 580,000 barrels per day.

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.02 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.04 percent, Dow futures is up 0.02 percent and…

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.02 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.04 percent, Dow futures is up 0.02 percent and Russell futures is down 0.07 percent.

US equity futures are mixed: S&P futures are up 0.02%, Nasdaq futures are up 0.04%, and Russell futures are down 0.07%.

US equity futures are mixed: S&P futures are up 0.02%, Nasdaq futures are up 0.04%, and Russell futures are down 0.07%. In FX, EUR/USD is up 0.05% and USD/JPY is down 0.03%. WTI crude is down 0.2% and gold is down 0.21%.

New Zealand short-term visitors climbed 8.1% in June compared with a year earlier.

New Zealand short-term visitors climbed 8.1% in June compared with a year earlier. Separately, New Zealand visitor arrivals printed at 1,610 versus a previous 1,860.

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.03 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.05 percent, Dow futures is up 0.03 percent and…

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.03 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.05 percent, Dow futures is up 0.03 percent and Russell futures is down 0.06 percent.

US equity futures are mixed: S&P futures are up 0.03%, Nasdaq futures are up 0.03%, and Russell futures are down 0.06%.

US equity futures are mixed: S&P futures are up 0.03%, Nasdaq futures are up 0.03%, and Russell futures are down 0.06%. In FX, EUR/USD is up 0.06% and USD/JPY is up 0.06%. WTI crude is down 0.23% and gold is down 0.19%.

Valvoline announces the pricing and upsizing of a senior notes offering.

Valvoline announces the pricing and upsizing of a senior notes offering. WTI crude is down 2.66%, with Natural gas down 2.56% and Brent Crude Oil down 2.36%.

Fed official Goolsbee states inflation readings are improving and expresses hope the trend persists.

Fed official Goolsbee states inflation readings are improving and expresses hope the trend persists. Goolsbee also says the Fed can steer inflation back to 2%.

Fed's Goolsbee states inflation readings are improving, with a hope the trend persists.

Fed's Goolsbee states inflation readings are improving, with a hope the trend persists. He also noted that many inflation factors stemmed from tariffs and oil, initially expected as one-time jumps. Separately, S&P Dow Jones Indices announced Reddit will join the S&P 500, and Sun Communities will enter the S&P MidCap 400.

US equity futures are higher: S&P futures are up 0.06 percent, Nasdaq futures are up 0.09 percent, and Russell futures are…

US equity futures are higher: S&P futures are up 0.06 percent, Nasdaq futures are up 0.09 percent, and Russell futures are up 0.02 percent. In FX, the dollar is softer, with the Dollar Index down 0.06 percent. EUR/USD is up 0.05 percent, while USD/JPY is up 0.06 percent. WTI crude is down 0.2 percent, and gold is down 0.26 percent.

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.06 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.09 percent, Dow futures is up 0.06 percent and…

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.06 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.09 percent, Dow futures is up 0.06 percent and Russell futures is up 0.02 percent.

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.03 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.01 percent, Dow futures is up 0.05 percent and…

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.03 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.01 percent, Dow futures is up 0.05 percent and Russell futures is up 0.03 percent.

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand's Financial Policy Committee reviewed house price trends, mortgage lending risk, and…

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand's Financial Policy Committee reviewed house price trends, mortgage lending risk, and borrower strain, while maintaining its loan-to-value ratio settings. Separately, T. Rowe Price's crypto head states AI equities are drawing away marginal crypto buyers from Bitcoin and Solana.

Citi analyst Ronald Josey raised the Wayfair price target to $133 from $95, maintaining a Buy rating.

MicroVision, ticker MVIS, launches a proposed public offering.

MicroVision, ticker MVIS, launches a proposed public offering. Veritone projects $3.90 million to $4.50 million in staff transition expenses and $0.70 million to $0.80 million in departure costs.

BridgeBio Pharma announces a secondary common stock offering by an existing shareholder.

BridgeBio Pharma announces a secondary common stock offering by an existing shareholder. No offering size, pricing, or terms were provided in the alert.

Reddit will replace AvalonBay in the S&P 500, effective prior to the opening of trading on Tuesday, August 18.

Trump imposes a 100% tariff on certain size drones.

Trump imposes a 100% tariff on certain size drones. Additionally, the White House states Trump instructs the defense secretary to substitute advanced electromagnetic aircraft launch and weapons elevator systems with traditional steam and hydraulic methods.

The White House has issued a memo ordering the Pentagon to increase direct investments in the U.S.

The White House has issued a memo ordering the Pentagon to increase direct investments in the U.S. shipbuilding industry. Separately, AMD priced a $4.75 billion senior notes offering in four parts. Additionally, the White House directs the defense secretary to substitute advanced electromagnetic aircraft launch and weapons elevator systems with traditional steam and hydraulic methods.

The White House has issued a proclamation imposing a 15% ad valorem tariff on drones and components.

The White House has issued a proclamation imposing a 15% ad valorem tariff on drones and components. This tariff applies to imports from the European Union, Japan, Liechtenstein, the Republic of Korea, Switzerland, and Taiwan.

AWS Certificate Manager will end support for email-validated public certificates by September 30, 2027.

AWS Certificate Manager will end support for email-validated public certificates by September 30, 2027. Separately, the White House announced tariffs on non-sensitive drone components will begin 180 days after the signing date. Additionally, Trump signed a national security memorandum addressing challenges in Navy shipbuilding and repair programs.

North Korea warns that the new U.S.

North Korea warns that the new U.S. nuclear policy could be used first on the Korean Peninsula, and will keep expanding its nuclear deterrent. Separately, VYX: AS Watson expands its partnership with NCR Voyix through a Global Voyix Commerce Platform agreement.

The US securities regulator abruptly canceled a Friday meeting to discuss crypto rules.

The US securities regulator abruptly canceled a Friday meeting to discuss crypto rules. Capricor states Deramiocel's BLA remains under active FDA review after a 3-9 AdCom vote, citing HOPE-3's primary endpoint at p=0.029 and approximately $238 million cash at Q2 end. NU reports H1 deposits rose $3.4 billion, with expected credit losses up 47% year-over-year to $1.48 billion.

The Saudi crown prince and the U.S.

The Saudi crown prince and the U.S. CENTCOM commander discussed defense collaboration and efforts to ease regional tensions. Separately, KCNA reports North Korea will counter a new threat level with an enhanced deterrent. KCNA also states North Korea views military ties among the U.S., Japan, and South Korea as evolving into a nuclear pact.

BYND and XCH announce reverse stock splits effective Friday, August 14th.

BYND and XCH announce reverse stock splits effective Friday, August 14th. BYND plans a 1-for-30 split, and XCH plans a 1-for-20 split. Separately, South Korea's import prices rose 18.7% year-over-year, down from the prior 20.6%.

US equities are higher: S&P futures are up 0.69%, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.15%, and Russell futures are up 0.27%.

US equities are higher: S&P futures are up 0.69%, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.15%, and Russell futures are up 0.27%. In foreign exchange, the dollar is softer; the dollar index is down 0.06%, EUR/USD is up 0.06%, and USD/JPY is up 0.03%. WTI crude is down 2.49% and gold is down 1.39%.

Renaissance Technologies LLC filed a portfolio update for the 06-30-2026 report period, cutting Micron Technology by…

Renaissance Technologies LLC filed a portfolio update for the 06-30-2026 report period, cutting Micron Technology by 1,951,406 shares and SanDisk by 794,588 shares, while adding Meta Platforms, NVIDIA, Alphabet, and CrowdStrike.

eBay stock closed 12.35% short of its 52-week high, outperforming Amazon, which is down 0.80% at $265.13, Walmart, down…

eBay stock closed 12.35% short of its 52-week high, outperforming Amazon, which is down 0.80% at $265.13, Walmart, down 0.25% at $115.72, and Target, up 0.98% at $155.51.

eBay shares are up 2.22% to $104.58, ending a three-day slide.

eBay shares are up 2.22% to $104.58, ending a three-day slide. PJM is seeking flexibility to approve temporary data center power cuts during grid emergencies, and PJM has filed a plan with federal regulators to buy new power supplies for data centers.

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.65 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 1.17 percent, Dow futures is up 0.12 percent and…

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.65 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 1.17 percent, Dow futures is up 0.12 percent and Russell futures is up 0.21 percent.

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.65 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.15 percent, and Russell futures are up 0.21…

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.65 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.15 percent, and Russell futures are up 0.21 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is softer; the dollar index is down 0.04 percent, EUR/USD is up 0.03 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.09 percent. WTI crude is down 2.53 percent, and gold is down 1.38 percent.

Fitch Ratings affirmed the United States at AA+.

Fitch Ratings affirmed the United States at AA+. Savers Value Village, Inc. (SVV) announced the closing of an upsized secondary public offering of common stock alongside a concurrent share repurchase.

Fitch reports weaker labor demand and a sharp job creation slowdown in 2026.

Fitch reports weaker labor demand and a sharp job creation slowdown in 2026. Fitch also states US fiscal pressures will increase as Medicare and Social Security expenditures expand by nearly 1 percentage point of GDP by 2032. Additionally, Fitch Ratings expects the US debt ceiling to be hit in mid-2027.

Vogenx announces the closing of its initial public offering.

Vogenx announces the closing of its initial public offering. Lam Research plans to invest over $3 billion across five years to expand its global lab network. Elanco Animal Health reports director Michael J P Harrington filed Form 4P for 5,000 shares at $21.82, totaling $109,100.

Cboe Global Markets increased its quarterly cash dividend by 19% to $0.86 per share.

Cboe Global Markets increased its quarterly cash dividend by 19% to $0.86 per share. TWFG expanded its credit facility to $125 million. Tyson Foods announced a network restructuring for its beef business.

Vance states the goal is to keep oil and gasoline affordable for the US.

Vance states the goal is to keep oil and gasoline affordable for the US. US stocks are rising and bond yields are falling, with traders citing moderating inflation evidence and pricing in less than a 40% chance of a September Fed hike.

Faraday Future targets cumulative shipments of over 2,000 EAI robot units by year-end 2026 and total liabilities under $100…

Faraday Future targets cumulative shipments of over 2,000 EAI robot units by year-end 2026 and total liabilities under $100 million within the next three to four quarters.

US Vice President Vance states the US has many tools at its disposal for Iran.

US Vice President Vance states the US has many tools at its disposal for Iran. Separately, Firefly Aerospace announced a contract with the Defense Innovation Unit and Space Development Agency for a preliminary design review for a deorbit services mission.

US Vice President Vance states that a war with Iran involving Hormuz could stabilize oil prices, according to Pro.

US Vice President Vance states that a war with Iran involving Hormuz could stabilize oil prices, according to Pro. This follows earlier remarks from VP Vance to Fox News that the situation with Iran ends with the US in a strong position. Separately, Tyson Foods plans to close its Joslin, Illinois plant, and aims to sell a Pasco, Washington facility, while also planning to shutter a large beef packaging facility in Utah.

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.65 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.15 percent, and Russell futures are up 0.27…

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.65 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.15 percent, and Russell futures are up 0.27 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is softer; the dollar index is down 0.05 percent, EUR/USD is up 0.03 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.08 percent. WTI crude is down 2.37 percent and gold is down 1.38 percent. US 5-year yields are down 6.2 basis points, and US 10-year yields are down 4.1 basis points. The VIX is up 0.62 percent.

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.69 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 1.13 percent, Dow futures is up 0.15 percent and…

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.69 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 1.13 percent, Dow futures is up 0.15 percent and Russell futures is up 0.27 percent.

Merck shares reached a 54-year high at $135.11.

Merck shares reached a 54-year high at $135.11. The stock has gained 11.72% over the past four weeks and 63.04% over the last 12 months.

MOC order-book imbalance skews to the BUY side by $7 million.

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.71 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 1.24 percent, Dow futures is up 0.1 percent and…

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.71 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 1.24 percent, Dow futures is up 0.1 percent and Russell futures is up 0.27 percent.

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.67 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.23 percent, and the Russell 2000 is up 0.35…

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.67 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.23 percent, and the Russell 2000 is up 0.35 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is softer; the dollar index is down 0.07 percent, EUR/USD is up 0.06 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.06 percent. Volatility and commodities: the VIX is at 14.72, up 1.17 percent, WTI crude is down 2.45 percent, and gold is down 1.33 percent.

US money-market fund assets have risen to $7.93 trillion.

US money-market fund assets have risen to $7.93 trillion. Separately, the US has resumed liquidation of tariffs on goods from the Yazaki facility.

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.66 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 1.31 percent, Dow futures is unchanged at 0…

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.66 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 1.31 percent, Dow futures is unchanged at 0 percent and Russell futures is up 0.29 percent.

Cross-asset desk update. US equities are higher: the S and P 500 is up 0.75 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.43 percent and…

Cross-asset desk update. US equities are higher: the S and P 500 is up 0.75 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.43 percent and the Russell 2000 is up 0.31 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is softer; the dollar index is down 0.05 percent, euro dollar is up 0.05 percent and dollar yen is up 0.06 percent. Treasury yields are lower: the five-year yield is at 4.313 percent, down 6.2 basis points, the 10-year yield is at 4.637 percent, down 4.5 basis points and the 30-year yield is at 5.208 percent, down 3.9 basis points. Volatility and commodities: the VIX is at 14.68, up 0.89 percent, WTI crude is down 2.53 percent and gold is down 1.2 percent.

Brent crude futures settled at $87.07 per barrel, a decrease of $1.91, or 2.15%.

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.56 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 1.13 percent, Dow futures is down 0.02 percent…

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.56 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 1.13 percent, Dow futures is down 0.02 percent and Russell futures is up 0.15 percent.

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.61 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.26 percent, and the Russell 2000 is up 0.19…

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.61 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.26 percent, and the Russell 2000 is up 0.19 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is softer; the dollar index is down 0.06 percent, EUR/USD is up 0.06 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.04 percent. Treasury yields are lower: the five-year yield is at 4.318 percent, down 5.7 basis points, the 10-year yield is at 4.641 percent, down 4.1 basis points, and the 30-year yield is at 5.214 percent, down 3.3 basis points. Volatility is up, with the VIX at 14.7, up 1.03 percent. In commodities, WTI crude is down 2.58 percent and gold is down 1.19 percent.

Michael Burry increased his short position in Micron, while closing put options on SOXX and opening or rolling QQQ puts to a…

Michael Burry increased his short position in Micron, while closing put options on SOXX and opening or rolling QQQ puts to a later expiration and higher strike. He also covered shorts in TSLA and AMAT.

US crude oil futures settled at $81.25 per barrel, down $2.02, or 2.43%, in the session.

US crude oil futures settled at $81.25 per barrel, down $2.02, or 2.43%, in the session. Apple has opened an advanced manufacturing center in Houston and is shipping its first AI servers from the facility. Silver Lake is in talks to acquire Workday.

NYMEX WTI September futures settled lower at $81.25 a barrel, down $2.02 or 2.43%.

NYMEX WTI September futures settled lower at $81.25 a barrel, down $2.02 or 2.43%. NYMEX Natural Gas September futures settled at $2.7270 per MMBTU.

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.53 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 1.19 percent, Dow futures is down 0.06 percent…

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.53 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 1.19 percent, Dow futures is down 0.06 percent and Russell futures is up 0.13 percent.

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.55 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.17 percent, and the Russell 2000 is up 0.14…

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.55 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.17 percent, and the Russell 2000 is up 0.14 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar index is down 0.05 percent, EUR/USD is up 0.03 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.06 percent. Treasury yields are lower: the five-year yield is at 4.32 percent, down 5.5 basis points; the 10-year yield is at 4.645 percent, down 3.7 basis points; and the 30-year yield is at 5.215 percent, down 3.2 basis points. The VIX is at 14.67, up 0.82 percent. WTI crude is down 1.69 percent, and gold is down 1.23 percent.

Yemeni forces targeted a vital center in Al-Hariqiyah near the Bab al-Mandab Strait with two ballistic missiles, according…

Yemeni forces targeted a vital center in Al-Hariqiyah near the Bab al-Mandab Strait with two ballistic missiles, according to IRIB citing Arab sources.

Turkey's Foreign Minister Fidan states that Netanyahu and his team are escalating policies in Gaza, which he says trample on…

Turkey's Foreign Minister Fidan states that Netanyahu and his team are escalating policies in Gaza, which he says trample on human dignity and provoke the international community. Fidan also notes that new regional security alliances are forming against Türkiye.

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.58 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 1.3 percent, Dow futures is down 0.05 percent and…

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.58 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 1.3 percent, Dow futures is down 0.05 percent and Russell futures is up 0.14 percent.

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.54 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.27 percent, and the Russell 2000 is up 0.19…

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.54 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.27 percent, and the Russell 2000 is up 0.19 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is softer; the dollar index is down 0.03 percent, EUR/USD is up 0.03 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.08 percent. Treasury yields are lower: the five-year yield is at 4.32 percent, down 5.5 basis points; the 10-year yield is at 4.645 percent, down 3.7 basis points; and the 30-year yield is at 5.216 percent, down 3.1 basis points. Volatility is higher, with the VIX at 14.75, up 1.37 percent. WTI crude is down 1.66 percent, and gold is down 1.05 percent.

Chevron shares are trading at 197.70 US Dollars, a 12-week high.

Chevron shares are trading at 197.70 US Dollars, a 12-week high. The stock has gained 8.73% over the past four weeks.

Alphabet states Gemini 3.7 Flash outperforms Gemini 3.6 Flash on complex documents.

Alphabet states Gemini 3.7 Flash outperforms Gemini 3.6 Flash on complex documents. Separately, Radoff-JEC Group urges Seer's board to acknowledge the need for the company to go private and to disclose a timeline for evaluating acquisition offers.

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.52 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 1.12 percent, Dow futures is down 0.09 percent…

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.52 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 1.12 percent, Dow futures is down 0.09 percent and Russell futures is up 0.16 percent.

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.6 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.27 percent, and the Russell 2000 is up 0.17…

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.6 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.27 percent, and the Russell 2000 is up 0.17 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is softer; the dollar index is down 0.06 percent, EUR/USD is up 0.05 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.07 percent. Treasury yields are lower: the five-year yield is at 4.32 percent, down 5.5 basis points, the 10-year yield is at 4.645 percent, down 3.7 basis points, and the 30-year yield is at 5.216 percent, down 3.1 basis points. Volatility is up with the VIX at 14.67, an increase of 0.82 percent. In commodities, WTI crude is down 1.56 percent and gold is down 0.98 percent.

The IEA estimates a global oil shortfall of 1.8 million barrels a day this quarter.

The IEA estimates a global oil shortfall of 1.8 million barrels a day this quarter. Separately, the US 30-year bond auction bid-to-cover came in at 2.390, compared to a previous 2.440. Google has introduced Gemini 3.7 flash with an introductory price of $0.75 per 1 million input tokens.

New Germany Fund reports a Form 4P filing by 10% owner Saba Capital Management, L.P.

New Germany Fund reports a Form 4P filing by 10% owner Saba Capital Management, L.P. for 4,758 shares at $11.59 per share, totaling $55,145.

The US force will employ attack drones from the US and partner states, according to TradeXchange Newsdesk.

The US force will employ attack drones from the US and partner states, according to TradeXchange Newsdesk. No operational details, numbers, or timing were supplied. Also, Pennsylvania American Water, associated with AWK, completed its acquisition of the Sutersville-Sewickley Municipal Sewage Authority wastewater system.

US CENTCOM establishes a new drone task force.

US CENTCOM establishes a new drone task force. Separately, a Paramount source denies that CEO David Ellison is prepared to sell CNN in connection with the WBD transaction.

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.47 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 1.1 percent, Dow futures is down 0.15 percent and…

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.47 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 1.1 percent, Dow futures is down 0.15 percent and Russell futures is up 0.09 percent.

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.52 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.16 percent, and Russell futures are up 0.09…

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.52 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.16 percent, and Russell futures are up 0.09 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is softer; the dollar index is down 0.04 percent, EUR/USD is up 0.03 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.03 percent. WTI crude is down 1.2 percent, and gold is down 1.19 percent. US 10-year Treasury yields are down 4.1 basis points to 4.641 percent, and the VIX is up 1.1 percent.

A 5.4 magnitude earthquake has been reported in the Kermadec Islands region by the USGS.

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe urges a review and renewal of the USMCA agreement.

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe urges a review and renewal of the USMCA agreement. Separately, PTC Therapeutics plans to acquire Sangamo Therapeutics' ST-920 Fabry disease program for $111 million upfront, plus up to $100 million in contingent milestone payments.

Shipper Max AI has been introduced, claiming to "oneshot" any company, including Claude, Nvidia, Amazon, and Uber.

Shipper Max AI has been introduced, claiming to "oneshot" any company, including Claude, Nvidia, Amazon, and Uber. The platform states it can build apps in one click and acquire paid users in two clicks, powered by Claude Code Opus 5.

Detroit automakers plan to argue to the White House that a revised North American trade deal could cost them billions.

Detroit automakers plan to argue to the White House that a revised North American trade deal could cost them billions. Separately, the DAX Index closed 0.12% lower, down 31 points at 26,300, with Porsche Automobil, BASF, and Mercedes-Benz AG among the decliners.

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.4 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.91 percent, Dow futures is down 0.15 percent and…

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.4 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.91 percent, Dow futures is down 0.15 percent and Russell futures is up 0.09 percent.

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.47 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.08 percent, and Russell futures are up 0.09…

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.47 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.08 percent, and Russell futures are up 0.09 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is softer; the dollar index is down 0.09 percent, euro dollar is up 0.07 percent, and dollar yen is down 0.04 percent. WTI crude is down 0.78 percent and gold is down 0.99 percent. US 5-year yields are down 5.7 basis points, 10-year yields are down 4.1 basis points, and 30-year yields are down 3.7 basis points. The VIX is up 0.96 percent.

The CAC 40 Index closed 0.29% lower on Thursday, down 25 points to 8650.

The CAC 40 Index closed 0.29% lower on Thursday, down 25 points to 8650. Dassault Systemes, Safran, and STMicroelectronics led the declines.

Baxter is recalling Duo-Vent intravascular administration solution sets, according to the FDA.

OpenAI reports Denise Dresser will exit the company after a transition period.

OpenAI reports Denise Dresser will exit the company after a transition period. Separately, Freddie Mac 15-year fixed mortgage rates are at 5.96% for the week, down from 6.01% in the prior period.

European cash markets finished mixed: the Euro Stoxx 50 closed up 0.18 percent, the DAX closed down 0.12 percent, the CAC 40…

European cash markets finished mixed: the Euro Stoxx 50 closed up 0.18 percent, the DAX closed down 0.12 percent, the CAC 40 closed down 0.28 percent and the FTSE 100 closed down 0.56 percent. UK volume leaders were Lloyds Banking Group up 0.09 percent, Barclays down 0.08 percent, BP down 1.56 percent, HSBC down 0.78 percent and Shell down 1.04 percent. continental European volume leaders were UBS down 0.37 percent, Deutsche Telekom up 0.96 percent, Nestle up 2.54 percent, Novartis down 0.37 percent and Sanofi up 1.34 percent.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Freddie Mac: 30-year fixed mortgage rates average 6.67% in Aug 13th week. Advanced Micro Devices seeks $4–$5 bln via debt offering.

Libya's NOC reports the Sirte oil program has brought a new gas well online at the Hatiba field, adding 5 million cubic feet…

Libya's NOC reports the Sirte oil program has brought a new gas well online at the Hatiba field, adding 5 million cubic feet per day. Separately, Alset AI agrees to sell a 9.9% interest in Lyken AI Computing to FingerMotion.

France's CAC 40 closed down 0.3% at 8,651.

France's CAC 40 closed down 0.3% at 8,651. This follows US-Iran accusations regarding ceasefire efforts and the Strait of Hormuz.

BeyondSpring's subsidiary SEED Therapeutics has received FDA orphan drug designation for ST-01156, a small molecule…

BeyondSpring's subsidiary SEED Therapeutics has received FDA orphan drug designation for ST-01156, a small molecule degrader, for neuroblastoma.

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.41 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.93 percent, Dow futures is down 0.17 percent…

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.41 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.93 percent, Dow futures is down 0.17 percent and Russell futures is up 0.15 percent.

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.48 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.1 percent, and the Russell 2000 is up 0.22…

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.48 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.1 percent, and the Russell 2000 is up 0.22 percent. In FX, the dollar is softer; the Dollar Index is down 0.1 percent, EUR/USD is up 0.1 percent, and USD/JPY is down 0.05 percent. Treasury yields are lower: the 5-year yield is at 4.313 percent, down 6.2 basis points; the 10-year yield is at 4.637 percent, down 4.5 basis points; and the 30-year yield is at 5.208 percent, down 3.9 basis points. The VIX is at 14.58, up 0.21 percent. WTI crude is down 1.03 percent, and gold is down 1.09 percent.

Tencent is set to become the top shareholder of Manus as part of the unwinding of a Meta deal.

The U.S. is preparing to send the aircraft carrier USS George Washington to the Middle East, replacing the USS Abraham…

The U.S. is preparing to send the aircraft carrier USS George Washington to the Middle East, replacing the USS Abraham Lincoln under a previously scheduled rotation plan.

Amrize Ltd President Hill Jaime P filed Form 4P covering 1,500 shares at $47.12, totaling $70,680.

Amrize Ltd President Hill Jaime P filed Form 4P covering 1,500 shares at $47.12, totaling $70,680. Separately, U.S. Defense Secretary Hegseth says reports about conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln are misrepresented.

TJX Companies shares are trading at $151.97, a four-week low.

TJX Companies shares are trading at $151.97, a four-week low. Separately, a UK PM adviser contacted AstraZeneca regarding a Bristol merger.

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.71 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 1.23 percent, Dow futures is up 0.16 percent and…

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.71 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 1.23 percent, Dow futures is up 0.16 percent and Russell futures is up 0.44 percent.

Cross-asset desk update. US equities are higher: the S and P 500 is up 0.61 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.26 percent and…

Cross-asset desk update. US equities are higher: the S and P 500 is up 0.61 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.26 percent and the Russell 2000 is up 0.35 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is softer; the dollar index is down 0.19 percent, euro dollar is up 0.16 percent and dollar yen is down 0.1 percent. Treasury yields are lower: the five-year yield is at 4.302 percent, down 7.3 basis points, the 10-year yield is at 4.625 percent, down 5.7 basis points and the 30-year yield is at 5.192 percent, down 5.5 basis points. Volatility and commodities: the VIX is at 14.46, down 0.62 percent, WTI crude is down 2.33 percent and gold is down 0.59 percent.

Yemen's Houthi-run Saba News Agency reports a Houthi-linked group targeted an Aramco refinery in Saudi Arabia's Jizan with…

Yemen's Houthi-run Saba News Agency reports a Houthi-linked group targeted an Aramco refinery in Saudi Arabia's Jizan with two drones.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. BLND Blend And Prove: application drop-off down 16% at banks. SNDK CFO expects $93.9B total contract value from 8 customers. Swedish krona leads FX gainers as dollar index slips.

Trust Stamp, ticker IDAI, reports a first-half 2026 business update, with net recognized revenue up 22%.

Trust Stamp, ticker IDAI, reports a first-half 2026 business update, with net recognized revenue up 22%. The company also noted customer and pipeline growth, selection for the EU IPCEI program, and entry into the Sovereign-AI market.

Brent crude is trading below 87 dollars a barrel after five consecutive sessions of gains.

Brent crude is trading below 87 dollars a barrel after five consecutive sessions of gains. US crude inventories surged by 17.4 million barrels.

Iran has warned Ankara, Baghdad, Doha, and Riyadh that any Syrian action against Hezbollah would trigger a broader regional…

Iran has warned Ankara, Baghdad, Doha, and Riyadh that any Syrian action against Hezbollah would trigger a broader regional confrontation in Syria. Additionally, Tehran threatens to target 100 strategic sites in Damascus if Lebanon intervenes.

Iran threatens to target 100 strategic sites in Damascus if it intervenes in Lebanon, according to a report cited by Tasnim…

Iran threatens to target 100 strategic sites in Damascus if it intervenes in Lebanon, according to a report cited by Tasnim News. Separately, Fed official Barkin states he is torn between emphasizing that inflation has been above target for over five years and noting it jumped in two episodes and is now slowing. Barkin also notes that continued slowing in headline inflation helps keep expectations in check.

Richmond Fed President Barkin is torn between focusing on inflation being above target for over five years or its recent…

Richmond Fed President Barkin is torn between focusing on inflation being above target for over five years or its recent jump and subsequent slowing. Barkin also warns the labor market may be weaker than data indicate and flags uncertainty around lower-end consumer spending durability.

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.83 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 1.29 percent, Dow futures is up 0.35 percent and…

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.83 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 1.29 percent, Dow futures is up 0.35 percent and Russell futures is up 0.56 percent.

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.85 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.35 percent, and the Russell 2000 is up 0.66…

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.85 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.35 percent, and the Russell 2000 is up 0.66 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is softer; the dollar index is down 0.15 percent, EUR/USD is up 0.14 percent, and USD/JPY is down 0.17 percent. Treasury yields are lower: the five-year yield is at 4.295 percent, down 8 basis points, the 10-year yield is at 4.617 percent, down 6.5 basis points, and the 30-year yield is at 5.186 percent, down 6.1 basis points. Volatility is up, with the VIX at 14.8, a 1.72 percent increase. WTI crude is down 3.03 percent, and gold is down 1.14 percent.

Canada’s minister responsible for US bilateral trade is scheduled to meet USTR Greer Thursday afternoon.

Canada’s minister responsible for US bilateral trade is scheduled to meet USTR Greer Thursday afternoon. Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan signals a possible return to memory, saying memory has shifted from commodity to strategic and highlighting architectures such as stacking memory with CPUs.

Ukraine's offer was transmitted to Russia via a third party and has yet to receive a response.

Ukraine's offer was transmitted to Russia via a third party and has yet to receive a response. Separately, the UKMTO flags reduced commercial traffic near Bab el-Mandeb after a Houthi blockade, and commercial traffic through the Strait of Hormuz also remains reduced.

The U.S. Department of State concludes a $36 million settlement resolving export violations by BAE Systems, Inc.

The U.S. Department of State concludes a $36 million settlement resolving export violations by BAE Systems, Inc. Additionally, an explosion is reported at KNDS's Italian plant in Colleferro.

Texas Governor Abbott says Microsoft will comply with Texas data center standards.

Texas Governor Abbott says Microsoft will comply with Texas data center standards. Separately, SNDK forecasts the flash market could expand to over $300 billion by 2026, from a historical $60 billion annual revenue base.

Databricks has completed a five-billion-dollar funding round, valuing the company at one hundred ninety billion dollars.

Databricks has completed a five-billion-dollar funding round, valuing the company at one hundred ninety billion dollars. U.S. stocks extended gains, with the NASDAQ up one percent.

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.69 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 1.04 percent, Dow futures is up 0.39 percent and…

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.69 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 1.04 percent, Dow futures is up 0.39 percent and Russell futures is up 0.66 percent.

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.76%, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.18%, and the Russell 2000 is up 0.49%.

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.76%, the Nasdaq 100 is up 1.18%, and the Russell 2000 is up 0.49%. In FX, the dollar is softer; the Dollar Index is down 0.1%, EUR/USD is up 0.14%, and USD/JPY is down 0.2%. Treasury yields are lower: the US 5-year yield is at 4.304%, down 7.1 basis points; the 10-year yield is at 4.629%, down 5.3 basis points; and the 30-year yield is at 5.201%, down 4.6 basis points. The VIX is at 14.63, up 0.55%. WTI crude is down 3.48%, and gold is down 0.91%.

Fitch reports the US private credit default rate remained at a record high in July 2026.

PSQ Holdings announces a $1.3 million private placement led by Donald Trump Jr.

PSQ Holdings announces a $1.3 million private placement led by Donald Trump Jr. and the Pilot family.

bioAffinity Technologies priced a $4 million private placement under Nasdaq at-the-market rules.

bioAffinity Technologies priced a $4 million private placement under Nasdaq at-the-market rules. Additionally, Ukraine's Ministry of Health is advancing the Entolimod review into a technical assessment phase, with VBIO linked to the development.

SanDisk, ticker SNDK, cites a 54% average BiCS NAND bits-per-wafer gain across five nodes over nine years.

SanDisk, ticker SNDK, cites a 54% average BiCS NAND bits-per-wafer gain across five nodes over nine years. Separately, stocks are rising and bond yields are falling on easing inflation bets.

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.31 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.15 percent, Dow futures is up 0.23 percent and…

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.31 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.15 percent, Dow futures is up 0.23 percent and Russell futures is up 0.64 percent.

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.44 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 0.61 percent, and Russell futures are up 0.64…

US equities are higher: the S&P 500 is up 0.44 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is up 0.61 percent, and Russell futures are up 0.64 percent. In FX, the dollar is softer; the Dollar Index is down 0.12 percent, EUR/USD is up 0.1 percent, and USD/JPY is down 0.07 percent. Treasury yields are lower: the 5-year yield is at 4.316 percent, down 5.9 basis points; the 10-year yield is at 4.641 percent, down 4.1 basis points; and the 30-year yield is at 5.211 percent, down 3.6 basis points. The VIX is at 14.43, down 0.82 percent. WTI crude is down 2.71 percent, and gold is down 0.62 percent.