What moved markets on August 18, 2026

Japan's core machine orders rose 9.7% month-over-month, exceeding the 7.2% estimate.

Japan's core machine orders rose 9.7% month-over-month, exceeding the 7.2% estimate. The year-over-year measure increased 16.9%, above the 9.6% expectation.

Japan's core machinery orders rose 9.7% month on month, exceeding the 7.2% forecast.

Japan's core machinery orders rose 9.7% month on month, exceeding the 7.2% forecast. This follows a revised -12.4% in the prior period.

Scott Singer has won the Republican nomination for Florida U.S.

Scott Singer has won the Republican nomination for Florida U.S. House District 25 and will advance to the general election.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.03 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.13 percent, Dow futures is unchanged at 0…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.03 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.13 percent, Dow futures is unchanged at 0 percent and Russell futures is down 0.02 percent.

US equity futures are mixed: S&P futures are down 0.03 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 0.13 percent, Dow futures are up…

US equity futures are mixed: S&P futures are down 0.03 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 0.13 percent, Dow futures are up 0.00 percent, and Russell futures are down 0.02 percent. In FX, EUR/USD is unchanged, and USD/JPY is up 0.01 percent. WTI crude is up 0.49 percent, and gold is down 0.84 percent. The VIX is up 4.28 percent, and the US 10-year yield is down 1.8 basis points.

Crude oil climbs above $85 per barrel for a fourth consecutive session.

Crude oil climbs above $85 per barrel for a fourth consecutive session. US inventories fell 328,000 barrels last week. US-Iran talks remain at an impasse, and supply risks around the Strait of Hormuz stay elevated.

The Wall Street Journal reports that President Trump has discussed a possible meeting with Kim Jong Un during his upcoming…

The Wall Street Journal reports that President Trump has discussed a possible meeting with Kim Jong Un during his upcoming Asia trip, potentially in November.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.07 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.19 percent, Dow futures is down 0.01…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.07 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.19 percent, Dow futures is down 0.01 percent and Russell futures is down 0.05 percent.

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.07 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 0.19 percent, and Russell futures…

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.07 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 0.19 percent, and Russell futures are down 0.05 percent. In FX, EUR/USD is up 0.03 percent, and USD/JPY is down 0.02 percent. WTI crude is up 0.55 percent, and gold is down 0.71 percent. The VIX is up 4.28 percent, and the US 10-year yield is down 1.8 basis points.

South Korean media report the U.S.-South Korea joint military drills schedule is likely to be halved.

New Zealand PPI outputs increased 1.6% quarter-over-quarter, compared with a prior 0.8%.

New Zealand PPI outputs increased 1.6% quarter-over-quarter, compared with a prior 0.8%. The Association of Flight Attendants objects to Spirit's sale of its data to Google.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.03 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.13 percent, Dow futures is unchanged at 0…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.03 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.13 percent, Dow futures is unchanged at 0 percent and Russell futures is down 0.02 percent.

US equities are lower: S&P futures is down 0.03 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.13 percent, and Russell futures is down…

US equities are lower: S&P futures is down 0.03 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.13 percent, and Russell futures is down 0.02 percent. In foreign exchange, EUR/USD is down 0.02 percent and USD/JPY is up 0.15 percent. WTI crude is up 0.48 percent and gold is down 0.71 percent. The VIX is up 4.28 percent, with the US 10-year yield down 1.8 basis points.

Natural Gas EU is up 3.97% and US natural gas is up 3.72% among commodity gainers.

Natural Gas EU is up 3.97% and US natural gas is up 3.72% among commodity gainers. Propane, WTI, and Brent are also higher.

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.01 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.03 percent, Dow futures is unchanged at 0…

US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.01 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.03 percent, Dow futures is unchanged at 0 percent and Russell futures is up 0.01 percent.

JBS proposes to acquire the remaining publicly traded shares of Pilgrim's Pride Corporation.

JBS proposes to acquire the remaining publicly traded shares of Pilgrim's Pride Corporation. No terms or timing were supplied in the alert.

US equities are mixed: Russell futures is down 0.01 percent and Dow futures is up 0.01 percent.

US equities are mixed: Russell futures is down 0.01 percent and Dow futures is up 0.01 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.02 percent, euro dollar is down 0.02 percent and dollar yen is up 0.16 percent. Brent crude is up 0.32 percent.

Moody's affirms NVIDIA's Aa1 rating and maintains a positive outlook.

Moody's affirms NVIDIA's Aa1 rating and maintains a positive outlook. The agency notes NVIDIA's balanced capital allocation policy supports its strong net cash position and credit metrics.

Carney and Trump speak again on ongoing talks, Carney office says.

Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S.

Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump spoke again this afternoon on ongoing talks, according to a statement from Carney's office.

The DOJ has issued grand jury subpoenas in the Dan Sullivan Senate race.

The DOJ has issued grand jury subpoenas in the Dan Sullivan Senate race. Separately, S&P Global has upgraded Vivmark Residential's credit rating to 'A'.

Secure Blockchain, ticker ID, signs an agreement to sell its Delivery Trust(R) business.

Secure Blockchain, ticker ID, signs an agreement to sell its Delivery Trust(R) business. No sale terms, timing, or transaction value are provided.

North Korea states it will persist in exercising its right to self-defense to neutralize military threats.

North Korea states it will persist in exercising its right to self-defense to neutralize military threats. This follows earlier reports from KCNA that North Korea condemns U.S.-South Korea joint military exercises. Separately, Allspring Closed-End Funds have declared monthly and quarterly distributions.

US equities are lower: S&P futures are down 0.71 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.68 percent, and Russell futures are down…

US equities are lower: S&P futures are down 0.71 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.68 percent, and Russell futures are down 1.3 percent. In foreign exchange, EUR/USD is down 0.02 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.15 percent. WTI crude is up 0.8 percent, and gold is down 1.95 percent. The VIX is up 4.28 percent.

SPX Daily Weekly. Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson rejects a UAE statement alleging missiles are being launched from…

SPX Daily Weekly. Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson rejects a UAE statement alleging missiles are being launched from Iran against the Gulf country.

Israeli fighter jets are flying over Idlib and the Syrian desert, according to Tasnim News.

Israeli fighter jets are flying over Idlib and the Syrian desert, according to Tasnim News. This follows an Iran foreign ministry spokesman warning against "baseless" accusations and citing alleged "false flag operations." Separately, US API distillate inventories fell by 2.797 million barrels, against a prior -0.596 million barrels.

US equities are lower: the S&P 500 is down 0.69 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.68 percent, and Russell futures are down…

US equities are lower: the S&P 500 is down 0.69 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.68 percent, and Russell futures are down 1.27 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.04 percent, euro dollar is down 0.03 percent, and dollar yen is up 0.17 percent. WTI crude is up 0.57 percent and gold is down 1.82 percent. The VIX is up 4.28 percent.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.7 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.72 percent, Dow futures is down 0.25 percent…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.7 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.72 percent, Dow futures is down 0.25 percent and Russell futures is down 1.27 percent.

Carvana shares are down over two days following Mark Walter's filing that CVNA Sub pledged all Class A units and 5,995,376…

Carvana shares are down over two days following Mark Walter's filing that CVNA Sub pledged all Class A units and 5,995,376 Class B shares to prepaid variable forward sale contracts and margin loans. Wrap Technologies closed a $12.0 million registered direct offering of common stock. Israel agreed to a security status quo with Syria.

The Dow Jones Index closed 0.22% lower yesterday, down 116 points to 53,344, with Caterpillar, Nvidia, and Boeing leading…

The Dow Jones Index closed 0.22% lower yesterday, down 116 points to 53,344, with Caterpillar, Nvidia, and Boeing leading the declines. An economic calendar and Fed-speak schedule for Wednesday, August 19, is now available.

Israel's Prime Minister's Office states it will not tolerate threats to its security.

Israel's Prime Minister's Office states it will not tolerate threats to its security. Separately, Better Home & Finance has filed a lawsuit against former CEO Vishal Garg, alleging shareholder protection needs amid alleged misrepresentations and federal securities-law violations. The Trump administration is preparing to intensify its economic pressure campaign against Iran.

W. R. Berkley has formed Berkley Meridian by combining Verus Specialty Insurance and Vela Insurance Services.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.69 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.69 percent, Dow futures is down 0.26…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.69 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.69 percent, Dow futures is down 0.26 percent and Russell futures is down 1.26 percent.

US equities are lower: the S&P 500 is down 0.69 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.68 percent, and the Russell 2000 is down…

US equities are lower: the S&P 500 is down 0.69 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.68 percent, and the Russell 2000 is down 1.23 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.03 percent, EUR/USD is down 0.05 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.19 percent. Volatility is higher with the VIX at 15.78, up 3.88 percent. WTI crude is up 0.41 percent, and gold is down 1.68 percent.

The US special envoy for Syria states Turkey was not warned of Israeli strikes.

The US special envoy for Syria states Turkey was not warned of Israeli strikes. Additionally, the UAE reports Iran fired two ballistic missiles, both intercepted and falling into the sea.

Politico reports that several independent US oil producers are expected to sign production contracts with Venezuela’s…

Politico reports that several independent US oil producers are expected to sign production contracts with Venezuela’s state-run oil company in the coming days.

SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust, ticker SPY, shows roughly $100 million for sale executed through a MOC order.

SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust, ticker SPY, shows roughly $100 million for sale executed through a MOC order. Separately, a MOC imbalance to the buy side of $376 million is reported. Also, several independent U.S. oil producers are expected to sign production contracts with Venezuela’s state-run oil company in coming days.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.61 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.64 percent, Dow futures is down 0.17…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.61 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.64 percent, Dow futures is down 0.17 percent and Russell futures is down 1.12 percent.

US equities are lower: the S&P 500 is down 0.58 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.63 percent, and the Russell 2000 is down…

US equities are lower: the S&P 500 is down 0.58 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.63 percent, and the Russell 2000 is down 1.18 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.01 percent, euro dollar is up 0.01 percent, and dollar yen is up 0.14 percent. Volatility is higher with the VIX at 15.63, up 2.9 percent. WTI crude is up 0.41 percent, and gold is down 1.42 percent.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. US Syria envoy Barrack: Turkey not warned of Israeli strikes. LULU and NKE rebound after beaten-down selloff. US envoy reiterates deconfliction push for Israel, Syria, Turkey. The next scheduled risk is The President participates in a Policy Meeting at 20:00 UTC.

US Special Envoy for Syria Barrack states Israeli strikes on a Syria airbase reflect a perception that Turkey might increase…

US Special Envoy for Syria Barrack states Israeli strikes on a Syria airbase reflect a perception that Turkey might increase its presence there in the near future.

The US dollar index trades at 99.65.

The US dollar index trades at 99.65. Fedorov warns Ukraine faces a systemic governance crisis. Politico reports Trump is considering a Canada tariff reprieve, though no details on scope, timing, or magnitude are available.

Venezuela's central bank reports the economy grew 7.14% year-on-year in Q2 2026.

Venezuela's central bank reports the economy grew 7.14% year-on-year in Q2 2026. The S&P 500 is down, and the S&P 500 is up.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.66 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.74 percent, Dow futures is down 0.2 percent…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.66 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.74 percent, Dow futures is down 0.2 percent and Russell futures is down 1.19 percent.

US equities are lower: the S&P 500 is down 0.62 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.71 percent, and the Russell 2000 is down…

US equities are lower: the S&P 500 is down 0.62 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.71 percent, and the Russell 2000 is down 1.16 percent. In FX, the dollar is firmer with the DXY up 0.02 percent, while EUR/USD is unchanged and USD/JPY is up 0.14 percent. Treasury yields are lower across the curve, with the 5-year yield down 0.9 basis points to 4.367 percent, the 10-year down 1.6 basis points to 4.708 percent, and the 30-year down 2.3 basis points to 5.286 percent. The VIX is up 3.16 percent to 15.67. WTI crude is up 0.41 percent, and gold is down 1.38 percent.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Nebius falls as inflation fears and higher yields hit growth stocks. CISS, NRDY, and GLMD announce reverse stock splits Aug 19.

Singularity Future Technology announces the pricing of a $1.8 million registered direct offering.

OpenAI's Brockman states the company has temporarily slowed scaling of frontier training.

OpenAI's Brockman states the company has temporarily slowed scaling of frontier training. Separately, the SEC proposes new rules for investment contracts tied to crypto assets.

Brent crude futures settled at $91.02 per barrel, up 15 cents or 0.17%.

Brent crude futures settled at $91.02 per barrel, up 15 cents or 0.17%. Separately, TeraWulf shares are lower as AI cloud services stocks decline broadly. The U.S. SEC has proposed exemptions for BTC offerings, with one permitting up to $5 million over four years and another allowing up to $75 million over each 12-month period.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.58 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.64 percent, Dow futures is down 0.17…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.58 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.64 percent, Dow futures is down 0.17 percent and Russell futures is down 1.17 percent.

US equities are lower: the S&P 500 is down 0.54 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.62 percent, and Russell futures are down…

US equities are lower: the S&P 500 is down 0.54 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.62 percent, and Russell futures are down 1.17 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.01 percent, EUR/USD is down 0.02 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.15 percent. WTI crude is up 0.27 percent and gold is down 1.3 percent. The VIX is up 3.16 percent. On the volume leaders board, NVDA is down 2.29 percent, INTC is down 7.3 percent, T is up 1.64 percent, NKE is up 3.87 percent, and PFE is up 1.47 percent.

NYMEX September natural gas futures settled at $2.7760 per MMBTU.

NYMEX September natural gas futures settled at $2.7760 per MMBTU. Separately, OpenAI's Brockman states that Frontier training scaling is temporarily slowed. Also, Warner Bros Discovery and Paramount face a challenge from the California State AG regarding their deal talks.

US crude oil futures settled higher at $84.94 a barrel, up 44 cents or 0.52%.

US crude oil futures settled higher at $84.94 a barrel, up 44 cents or 0.52%. NYMEX September diesel futures settled at $4.4501 per gallon. Defense stocks, including RTX, LMT, LHX, HONA, MOG, CW, MRCY, and DCO, are noted as missile production increases.

Coffee is up 4.31%, with sugar gaining 3.62% and rubber up 1.77%.

Coffee is up 4.31%, with sugar gaining 3.62% and rubber up 1.77%. Canola is down 2.56%, cocoa is lower by 2.39%, and wheat has declined 1.72%.

Natural Gas EU is up 3.81%, with WTI crude oil gaining 0.37%.

Natural Gas EU is up 3.81%, with WTI crude oil gaining 0.37%. Separately, Microsoft-backed OpenAI paused Frontier model inference in research clusters following a Hugging Face incident.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.68 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.74 percent, Dow futures is down 0.28…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.68 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.74 percent, Dow futures is down 0.28 percent and Russell futures is down 1.22 percent.

US equities are lower: the S&P 500 is down 0.64 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.79 percent, and the Russell 2000 is down…

US equities are lower: the S&P 500 is down 0.64 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.79 percent, and the Russell 2000 is down 1.14 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.02 percent, EUR/USD is down 0.02 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.14 percent. Treasury yields are lower: the five-year yield is at 4.369 percent, down 0.7 basis points, the 10-year yield is at 4.708 percent, down 1.6 basis points, and the 30-year yield is at 5.287 percent, down 2.2 basis points. Volatility is higher with the VIX at 15.71, up 3.42 percent. WTI crude is up 0.41 percent, and gold is down 1.38 percent.

Oil is trading above $85 a barrel.

Oil is trading above $85 a barrel. This follows reports of Strait of Hormuz disruption. Energy ETFs USO, XOP, and OIH are each in the green year to date.

A Russian strike has significantly damaged a thermal power plant in central Ukraine, leading to its shutdown, according to…

A Russian strike has significantly damaged a thermal power plant in central Ukraine, leading to its shutdown, according to DTEK. Separately, Jefferson Capital has priced $100 million of senior notes due 2030.

GFF Griffon Corporation announces the closing of a senior notes offering and an amended credit facility.

Virtu Financial shares are up 3.4% on reports of takeover interest.

Virtu Financial shares are up 3.4% on reports of takeover interest. Traders note the potential acquirer's identity is unknown, linking the chatter to a Betaville "uncooked" alert.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.61 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.61 percent, Dow futures is down 0.22…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.61 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.61 percent, Dow futures is down 0.22 percent and Russell futures is down 1.13 percent.

US equities are lower: the S&P 500 is down 0.57 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.61 percent, and the Russell 2000 is down…

US equities are lower: the S&P 500 is down 0.57 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.61 percent, and the Russell 2000 is down 1.06 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.01 percent, EUR/USD is down 0.02 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.15 percent. Treasury yields are lower: the five-year yield is at 4.371 percent, down 0.5 basis points, the 10-year yield is at 4.712 percent, down 1.2 basis points, and the 30-year yield is at 5.287 percent, down 2.2 basis points. Volatility and commodities: the VIX is at 15.72, up 3.49 percent, WTI crude is up 0.53 percent, and gold is down 1.22 percent.

September Silver settled down $2.19 an ounce, a 3.31% decrease, at $64.04.

Canadian and U.S. negotiators are expected to meet again ahead of a midnight tariff deadline, with talks focused on the…

Canadian and U.S. negotiators are expected to meet again ahead of a midnight tariff deadline, with talks focused on the timing of tariff implementation.

UKMTO reports an unmanned cargo vessel was struck by multiple projectiles and damaged 40 nautical miles southeast of Al…

UKMTO reports an unmanned cargo vessel was struck by multiple projectiles and damaged 40 nautical miles southeast of Al Mocha, Yemen. The SPDR S&P 500 ETF, SPY, holds in a roughly 10-point range, down 0.6% at 7,722.

UKMTO reports an incident 40 nautical miles southeast of Al Mocha, Yemen.

UKMTO reports an incident 40 nautical miles southeast of Al Mocha, Yemen. No further details are provided in the alert.

Metaplanet expands its Bitcoin treasury into the U.S.

Metaplanet expands its Bitcoin treasury into the U.S. by contributing 2,100 Bitcoin and $2.5 million in cash to Super League Enterprise. This deal results in Metaplanet holding approximately 95.7% of the newly named Superplanet Inc.

The New York Fed accepted $155 million of the $155 million submitted to its reverse repo facility on August 18.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.57 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.52 percent, Dow futures is down 0.21…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.57 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.52 percent, Dow futures is down 0.21 percent and Russell futures is down 1.03 percent.

US equities are lower: the S&P 500 is down 0.51 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.54 percent, and the Russell 2000 is down…

US equities are lower: the S&P 500 is down 0.51 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.54 percent, and the Russell 2000 is down 0.93 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is softer; the dollar index is down 0.01 percent, EUR/USD is down 0.02 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.14 percent. Treasury yields are lower: the five-year yield is at 4.367 percent, down 0.9 basis points, the 10-year yield is at 4.71 percent, down 1.4 basis points, and the 30-year yield is at 5.288 percent, down 2.1 basis points. Volatility is higher with the VIX at 15.64, up 2.96 percent. WTI crude is up 0.6 percent, and gold is down 1.19 percent.

CIFR shares are down 10% at $16.65 after failing to trade above its 200-day moving average at $18.58.

CIFR shares are down 10% at $16.65 after failing to trade above its 200-day moving average at $18.58. Separately, Iran's foreign minister rejected ceasefire proposals, stating the war must end, not pause.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.6 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.56 percent, Dow futures is down 0.22 percent…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.6 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.56 percent, Dow futures is down 0.22 percent and Russell futures is down 1.04 percent.

US equities are lower: the S&P 500 is down 0.52 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.56 percent, and the Russell 2000 is down…

US equities are lower: the S&P 500 is down 0.52 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.56 percent, and the Russell 2000 is down 0.93 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is softer; the dollar index is down 0.03 percent, EUR/USD is up 0.02 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.14 percent. Treasury yields are lower: the five-year yield is at 4.367 percent, down 0.9 basis points, the 10-year yield is at 4.71 percent, down 1.4 basis points, and the 30-year yield is at 5.292 percent, down 1.7 basis points. Volatility is higher with the VIX at 15.64, up 2.96 percent. In commodities, WTI crude is up 0.85 percent and gold is down 1.17 percent.

Anthropic's pre-IPO credit facility is targeting more than $10 billion.

Anthropic's pre-IPO credit facility is targeting more than $10 billion. No deal terms, lenders, or timing are provided.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov states that Russia can regard direct British missile forces' involvement in strikes…

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov states that Russia can regard direct British missile forces' involvement in strikes as participation in conflict.

The UAE's Defense Ministry reports detecting two ballistic missiles launched from Iran.

Sterling Metals reports QcX Gold shareholders approved an arrangement.

Israel states a strike on a Syrian Air Force base in the Idlib area aimed to prevent Turkish entrenchment.

Israel states a strike on a Syrian Air Force base in the Idlib area aimed to prevent Turkish entrenchment. Separately, Quantexa is exploring a UK or US stock market listing, and Warburg Pincus is reviewing options for its 9% stake.

NBIS is trading at a fresh low, dropping 6.5% to $251.30.

BP has joined the Venezuelan oil trade.

BP has joined the Venezuelan oil trade. Separately, Houthi sources deny reports of a missile attack on the UAE.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.56 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.51 percent, Dow futures is down 0.21…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.56 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.51 percent, Dow futures is down 0.21 percent and Russell futures is down 0.99 percent.

US equities are lower: the S&P 500 is down 0.51 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.49 percent, and the Russell 2000 is down…

US equities are lower: the S&P 500 is down 0.51 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.49 percent, and the Russell 2000 is down 0.87 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is softer; the dollar index is down 0.03 percent, EUR/USD is up 0.04 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.12 percent. Treasury yields are lower: the five-year yield is at 4.369 percent, down 0.7 basis points, the 10-year yield is at 4.716 percent, down 0.8 basis points, and the 30-year yield is at 5.296 percent, down 1.3 basis points. Volatility is higher, with the VIX at 15.72, up 3.49 percent. WTI crude is up 1.11 percent, and gold is down 1.16 percent.

The CAC 40 closed down 0.77% at 8,514 points.

The CAC 40 closed down 0.77% at 8,514 points. Italy's FTSE MIB fell 1.1% to 53,018. FRO is up 1.35% and is on track for a five-day winning streak.

The FTSE 100 Index closed 0.14% higher, up 15 points to 10,736, with Relx, BP, and Burberry leading gains.

The FTSE 100 Index closed 0.14% higher, up 15 points to 10,736, with Relx, BP, and Burberry leading gains. The DAX 40 fell approximately 0.8% to 26,152, its lowest since August 5. Apple resolved an EU App Store fee dispute, dropping a per-install fee.

European cash markets finished mixed: the Euro Stoxx 50 closed down 0.95 percent, the DAX closed down 0.8 percent, the CAC…

European cash markets finished mixed: the Euro Stoxx 50 closed down 0.95 percent, the DAX closed down 0.8 percent, the CAC 40 closed down 0.82 percent and the FTSE 100 closed up 0.07 percent. UK volume leaders were BP up 2.68 percent, Lloyds Banking Group down 1.7 percent, Barclays down 2.29 percent, HSBC down 1.07 percent and Shell up 1.76 percent. continental European volume leaders were Deutsche Telekom up 1.66 percent, UBS down 1.1 percent, SAP up 1.63 percent, Nestle up 0.62 percent and Novartis up 1.75 percent.

UK Gas rises to 157.60 GBp/therm, a 21-week high.

UK Gas rises to 157.60 GBp/therm, a 21-week high. Sky Harbour Group director Andrew J P Gessow reports acquiring 5,000 shares at $10.85.

US equities are lower: the S&P 500 is down 0.61 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.71 percent, and the Russell 2000 is down…

US equities are lower: the S&P 500 is down 0.61 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.71 percent, and the Russell 2000 is down 1.03 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is steady; the dollar index is unchanged at 0 percent, EUR/USD is up 0.02 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.14 percent. Treasury yields are lower: the five-year yield is at 4.369 percent, down 0.7 basis points; the 10-year yield is at 4.716 percent, down 0.8 basis points; and the 30-year yield is at 5.301 percent, down 0.8 basis points. Volatility is higher, with the VIX up 4.61 percent at 15.89. In commodities, WTI crude is up 1.3 percent, and gold is down 1.31 percent.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.63 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.65 percent, Dow futures is down 0.25…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.63 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.65 percent, Dow futures is down 0.25 percent and Russell futures is down 0.96 percent.

Russian President Vladimir Putin says Russia and Myanmar are discussing refinery construction.

US officials report Trump has ordered his team to pause negotiations with Iran until Tehran is prepared to sign an agreement.

The U.S. Treasury sold 6-week bills at a high rate of 3.645%.

The U.S. Treasury sold 6-week bills at a high rate of 3.645%. The sale awarded 37.04% of bids and received a bid-to-cover ratio of 2.97.

A US Official reports positive discussions took place with Iran, but Trump decided to wait.

A US Official reports positive discussions took place with Iran, but Trump decided to wait. US crude futures are up over one dollar.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. KKR makes $9B takeover bid for UGI Corp, WSJ says. Carvana shares fall Tuesday amid broader volatility, oil spike. IR shares fall for 9th straight day below 200dma support.

The Washington Post reports the US is considering a smaller military presence in the Gulf after the war concludes.

The Washington Post reports the US is considering a smaller military presence in the Gulf after the war concludes. No specific size, timing, or implementation details were provided.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.68 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.85 percent, Dow futures is down 0.17…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.68 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.85 percent, Dow futures is down 0.17 percent and Russell futures is down 1 percent.

Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: the S and P 500 is down 0.61 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.84 percent…

Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: the S and P 500 is down 0.61 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.84 percent and the Russell 2000 is down 0.88 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is softer; the dollar index is down 0.03 percent, euro dollar is up 0.01 percent and dollar yen is up 0.12 percent. Treasury yields are lower: the five-year yield is at 4.373 percent, down 0.3 basis points, the 10-year yield is at 4.718 percent, down 0.6 basis points and the 30-year yield is at 5.303 percent, down 0.6 basis points. Volatility and commodities: the VIX is at 15.8, up 4.02 percent, WTI crude is up 0.75 percent and gold is down 1.1 percent.

Unconfirmed reports indicate Yemeni armed forces fired several missiles.

Unconfirmed reports indicate Yemeni armed forces fired several missiles. The U.S. Treasury will auction $110 billion in 4-week bills and $100 billion in 8-week bills on August 20, and $72 billion in 17-week bills on August 19. France's budget minister stated the government will hire sovereign AI, such as Mistral.

Amazon plans to increase its Louisiana data center investment from $12 billion to $18 billion, adding a third data center…

Amazon plans to increase its Louisiana data center investment from $12 billion to $18 billion, adding a third data center campus.

The UAE has issued a missile threat alert for Dubai residents.

The UAE has issued a missile threat alert for Dubai residents. In FX, the New Zealand dollar is down 0.36%, the Polish zloty is down 0.25%, and the Japanese yen is down 0.07%. Amazon plans to expand its Louisiana data center investment to $18 billion.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Bank of England rate seen held at 3.75% in 2026: poll. Oil holds near two-week highs as Strait of Hormuz risks persist. Bank of England rate seen held at 3.75% to Q1 next year, medians show. The next scheduled risk is The President participates in a Policy Meeting at 15:00 UTC.

A poll of economists indicates 56 out of 64 expect the Bank of England to hold the bank rate at 3.75% in 2026.

A poll of economists indicates 56 out of 64 expect the Bank of England to hold the bank rate at 3.75% in 2026. This poll also projects UK inflation averaging 3.1% and economic growth of 1.1% in 2026.

Japan's life insurers' unrealized bond losses are near $200 billion as rates soar.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.48 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.41 percent, Dow futures is down 0.07…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.48 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.41 percent, Dow futures is down 0.07 percent and Russell futures is down 0.6 percent.

Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: the S and P 500 is down 0.46 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.44 percent…

Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: the S and P 500 is down 0.46 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.44 percent and the Russell 2000 is down 0.66 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is softer; the dollar index is down 0.07 percent, euro dollar is up 0.04 percent and dollar yen is up 0.11 percent. Treasury yields are lower: the five-year yield is at 4.364 percent, down 1.2 basis points, the 10-year yield is at 4.712 percent, down 1.2 basis points and the 30-year yield is at 5.3 percent, down 0.9 basis points. Volatility and commodities: the VIX is at 15.77, up 3.82 percent, WTI crude is up 0.23 percent and gold is down 0.55 percent.

US natural gas prices are above $2.71 per MMBtu.

US natural gas prices are above $2.71 per MMBtu. Forecasts indicate prolonged, intense heat, with Lower 48 output at 111.6 bcfd in August and LNG export flows averaging 17.2 bcfd, unchanged from July.

UKMTO reports a bulk carrier was struck by a projectile.

UKMTO reports a bulk carrier was struck by a projectile. No further details on location, damage, or casualties are available.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. AIxCrypto shares rise after pivot away from Digital Asset Treasury. Turkey foreign ministry strongly condemns Israeli air strikes.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.5 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.38 percent, Dow futures is down 0.11 percent…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.5 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.38 percent, Dow futures is down 0.11 percent and Russell futures is down 0.54 percent.

Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: the S and P 500 is down 0.52 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.71 percent…

Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: the S and P 500 is down 0.52 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.71 percent and the Russell 2000 is down 0.47 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is softer; the dollar index is down 0.05 percent, euro dollar is up 0.07 percent and dollar yen is up 0.08 percent. Treasury yields are higher: the five-year yield is at 4.376 percent, unchanged, the 10-year yield is at 4.726 percent, up 0.2 basis points and the 30-year yield is at 5.313 percent, up 0.4 basis points. Volatility and commodities: the VIX is at 15.8, up 4.02 percent, WTI crude is up 1 percent and gold is down 0.5 percent.

Turkey's Foreign Ministry strongly condemns Israel's air strikes on a Syrian base, according to a ministry statement.

The Ibovespa is up over 0.5%, trading near 168,000.

The Ibovespa is up over 0.5%, trading near 168,000. Petrobras has gained nearly 1%, and Axia is up 0.5% following its second Class C preferred share buyback results.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.5 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.26 percent, Dow futures is down 0.27 percent…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.5 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.26 percent, Dow futures is down 0.27 percent and Russell futures is down 0.49 percent.

US equities are lower: the S&P 500 is down 0.44 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.08 percent, and Russell futures are down…

US equities are lower: the S&P 500 is down 0.44 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.08 percent, and Russell futures are down 0.49 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is steady; the dollar index is unchanged at 99.64, EUR/USD is up 0.04 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.14 percent. Treasury yields are higher: the five-year yield is at 4.398 percent, up 2.2 basis points; the 10-year yield is at 4.744 percent, up 2 basis points; and the 30-year yield is at 5.326 percent, up 1.7 basis points. Volatility is higher with the VIX at 15.84, up 4.28 percent. In commodities, WTI crude is up 1.15 percent, and gold is down 0.68 percent.

GTM - National Recruiting Network reports a 25% increase in candidate connection rates using ZoomInfo.

GTM - National Recruiting Network reports a 25% increase in candidate connection rates using ZoomInfo. Separately, the Dow Jones Industrial Average opened 0.26% lower, down 139 points, with Caterpillar, Nvidia, and Home Depot showing declines.

The Baltic Dry Index is down 2.2% to 2,815 points, reaching an over-two-week low.

The Baltic Dry Index is down 2.2% to 2,815 points, reaching an over-two-week low. Capesize dropped 3.1% to 4,452, and Panamax slid 2.3% to 2,155. Supramax rose 0.2% to 1,631. Separately, AIxC announced a strategic pivot toward Physical AI and robotic operations commercialization, with RoboShare completing its first paid commercial order. Additionally, Trump stated the Hormuz Strait is open and operating.