What moved markets on August 18, 2026

The UAE President received a phone call from the US President.

The UAE President received a phone call from the US President. Separately, US manufacturing output rose 0.2% month-on-month, matching the forecast.

The UAE President and Donald Trump discussed regional issues in a phone call, according to WAM.

The UAE President and Donald Trump discussed regional issues in a phone call, according to WAM. Separately, US capacity utilization printed 76.3%, matching forecasts. And Israel provided the US with intelligence on Syria's military buildup.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.45 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.29 percent, Dow futures is down 0.08…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.45 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.29 percent, Dow futures is down 0.08 percent and Russell futures is down 0.31 percent.

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.43 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 1.26 percent, and Russell futures…

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.43 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 1.26 percent, and Russell futures are down 0.32 percent. In FX, the US Dollar Index is unchanged, EUR/USD is unchanged, and USD/JPY is up 0.16 percent. Treasury yields are higher across the curve, with the US 5-year yield at 4.396 percent, up 2 basis points, the US 10-year yield at 4.74 percent, up 1.6 basis points, and the US 30-year yield at 5.318 percent, up 0.9 basis points. The VIX is at 15.76, up 3.75 percent. WTI crude is up 0.79 percent, and gold is down 0.57 percent.

Somali MP Awad states Somalia has become a battleground between Israel and Turkey.

Somali MP Awad states Somalia has become a battleground between Israel and Turkey. Awad also says Turkey has immense influence in Somalia and is plundering the country.

Genasys, trading as GNSS, announces $1.4 million in international LRAD orders.

Genasys, trading as GNSS, announces $1.4 million in international LRAD orders. Virgin Galactic receives final court approval to settle derivative claims. York Space Systems is selected by the U.S. Space Force to compete for task orders under NITE-STAR.

The ECB’s Pandemic Emergency Purchase Programme bond holdings stood at 1.29 trillion euros as of last week.

The ECB’s Pandemic Emergency Purchase Programme bond holdings stood at 1.29 trillion euros as of last week. Separately, Qatar is focusing on containing the crisis and aims to bring Iran and the United States back to the memorandum of understanding. Additionally, ECB policymaker Lane stated that euro zone inflation running one percentage point above the ECB’s 2% target is a lot.

TRLV: Happy Health raises $75 million for at-home healthcare, per an NYSE content update.

The 10-year Treasury yield has reached a 19-month high.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.48 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.27 percent, Dow futures is down 0.15…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.48 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.27 percent, Dow futures is down 0.15 percent and Russell futures is down 0.35 percent.

US equities are lower: S&P futures are down 0.48 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 1.27 percent, and Russell futures are down…

US equities are lower: S&P futures are down 0.48 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 1.27 percent, and Russell futures are down 0.35 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.02 percent, EUR/USD is down 0.05 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.21 percent. Treasury yields are higher across the curve: the five-year yield is at 4.392 percent, up 1.6 basis points; the 10-year yield is at 4.74 percent, up 1.6 basis points; and the 30-year yield is at 5.325 percent, up 1.6 basis points. Volatility is higher with the VIX at 15.69, up 3.29 percent. In commodities, WTI crude is up 0.54 percent, and gold is down 0.48 percent.

AMD is trading lower by more than 3% in premarket after closing a $4.75 billion senior notes offering.

AMD is trading lower by more than 3% in premarket after closing a $4.75 billion senior notes offering. BioMarin announces an acquisition of Alesta Therapeutics for its hypophosphatasia program. The US Housing Starts report for July 2026 has been released.

AGPU has received $317 million in customer prepayments for AI contracts.

AGPU has received $317 million in customer prepayments for AI contracts. Fortun Holdings reports Q2 2026 revenue up 18% and income up 82%. Pliant Therapeutics, ticker PLRX, received FDA Fast Track designation for PLN-101095 plus pembrolizumab.

Housing Starts and price indexes are slated for an 8:30 AM release.

Housing Starts and price indexes are slated for an 8:30 AM release. The next observable catalyst is Housing Starts at 12:30 UTC.

Disney and its ABC unit are suing the FCC to end an early license renewal proceeding.

Disney and its ABC unit are suing the FCC to end an early license renewal proceeding. Separately, US ADP weekly employment change rose to 9.5k from a prior 8.25k. SLB will support offshore production restoration for Brunei Shell Petroleum.

XOS is up 120% after securing a U.S.

XOS is up 120% after securing a U.S. Air Force contract. ARxis, ticker ARXS, has completed its acquisition of Omnetics Connector Corporation. Ming Shing Group Holdings Limited, PMA, received a Nasdaq notice regarding the minimum stockholders’ equity requirement.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.44 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.16 percent, Dow futures is down 0.1 percent…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.44 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.16 percent, Dow futures is down 0.1 percent and Russell futures is down 0.31 percent.

US equities are lower: S&P futures are down 0.42 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 1.14 percent, and Russell futures are down…

US equities are lower: S&P futures are down 0.42 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 1.14 percent, and Russell futures are down 0.28 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar index is unchanged, EUR/USD is down 0.02 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.2 percent. The VIX is at 15.7, up 3.36 percent. WTI crude is up 0.44 percent, and gold is down 0.55 percent.

Enphase Energy has opened U.S.

Enphase Energy has opened U.S. pre-orders for its IQ Battery C80, the company's first commercial battery storage system. Separately, Intuitive Machines has been selected to provide spacecraft platform and mission solutions for NASA's EAGLE-VSWIR Earth Science mission.

RKTO Rocket One has launched Swarm Stage, an AI drone-swarm threat emulation platform for U.S.

RKTO Rocket One has launched Swarm Stage, an AI drone-swarm threat emulation platform for U.S. Military counter-UAS use. ASPI Isotopes reports Quantum Leap Energy is evaluating metal conversion opportunities in Namibia. LivePerson stockholders are urged to vote on the SoundHound transaction.

NANO Nuclear and Quadrant Industries have signed a memorandum of understanding to advance domestic HALEU fuel supply.

NANO Nuclear and Quadrant Industries have signed a memorandum of understanding to advance domestic HALEU fuel supply. Separately, Trulieve plans to ring the NYSE closing bell as the first U.S. cannabis company listed on the exchange. Also, Unusual Whales and Siebert Financial are partnering to launch a new series of ETFs, with SIEB identified as the related instrument.

Target Corporation will webcast its second-quarter earnings call on Wednesday, August 19, 2026.

Target Corporation will webcast its second-quarter earnings call on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. Separately, SUNN PowerBank acquires a New York solar portfolio with a 32.5 million dollar construction value. US home prices rose 0.27% in July, essentially unchanged from the prior month.

Saratoga Investment Corp.

Saratoga Investment Corp. announces an offering of notes and that Egan-Jones Ratings Company assigned a BBB investment grade rating.

US equity futures are mostly lower.

US equity futures are mostly lower. S&P 500 contracts are down 0.5%, and Nasdaq contracts are down 1.3%, as long-term Treasury yields extend to multi-year highs.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.44 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.16 percent, Dow futures is down 0.04…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.44 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.16 percent, Dow futures is down 0.04 percent and Russell futures is down 0.33 percent.

US equities are lower: S&P futures are down 0.43 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 1.13 percent, and Russell futures are down…

US equities are lower: S&P futures are down 0.43 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 1.13 percent, and Russell futures are down 0.31 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.03 percent, EUR/USD is down 0.03 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.22 percent. Volatility is higher with the VIX at 15.73, up 3.55 percent. In commodities, WTI crude is up 0.39 percent, and gold is down 0.58 percent.

Tech stocks drove declines in global equities as long-dated bond yields pushed further into multidecade highs and oil prices…

Tech stocks drove declines in global equities as long-dated bond yields pushed further into multidecade highs and oil prices extended their climb, draining traders' appetite for risky assets.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.48 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.21 percent, Dow futures is unchanged at 0…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.48 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.21 percent, Dow futures is unchanged at 0 percent and Russell futures is down 0.24 percent.

US equities are lower: S&P futures are down 0.48 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 1.19 percent, and Russell futures are down…

US equities are lower: S&P futures are down 0.48 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 1.19 percent, and Russell futures are down 0.3 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar index is unchanged at 0 percent, EUR/USD is down 0.02 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.22 percent. The VIX is at 15.77, up 3.82 percent. WTI crude is up 0.27 percent, and gold is down 0.44 percent.

TIC Solutions has completed three strategic acquisitions, expanding its technical capabilities and geographic reach.

TIC Solutions has completed three strategic acquisitions, expanding its technical capabilities and geographic reach. Separately, Flotek Industries, ticker FTK, updated its Puerto Rico power project and reaffirmed its full-year 2026 guidance.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Cypherpunk Technologies (CYPH) launches largest Zcash mining fleet. Canadian Solar resolves Maxeon U.S. patent litigation.

India's BSE Sensex closed 0.6% lower at 77,235.5, marking its third consecutive losing session and the lowest level since…

India's BSE Sensex closed 0.6% lower at 77,235.5, marking its third consecutive losing session and the lowest level since late July.

U.S. Ambassador Barrack says the U.S.

U.S. Ambassador Barrack says the U.S. will encourage diplomacy between Syria and Israel.

Yemeni government forces shot down a Houthi drone over Marib.

US Ambassador Barrack states Israeli airbase strikes are unnecessary.

US Ambassador Barrack states Israeli airbase strikes are unnecessary. Stantec, trading as STN, announced an amendment to its normal course issuer bid, with no further details provided. Analyst rating upgrades were issued for AKR, AMX, BBWI, COLD, DUOL, and STRW.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.48 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.21 percent, Dow futures is unchanged at 0…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.48 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.21 percent, Dow futures is unchanged at 0 percent and Russell futures is down 0.3 percent.

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.48 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 1.21 percent, and Russell futures…

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.48 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 1.21 percent, and Russell futures are down 0.3 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar index is unchanged, EUR/USD is down 0.03 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.18 percent. The VIX is at 15.93, up 4.87 percent. WTI crude is up 0.56 percent, and gold is down 0.53 percent.

Goldman Sachs has agreed to acquire real estate firm LCN for up to $410 million.

Dynatrace has priced a $1.25 billion private placement of exchangeable senior notes.

Dynatrace has priced a $1.25 billion private placement of exchangeable senior notes. No further deal terms were provided.

Qatar reiterates its focus on returning to US-Iran negotiations, according to Al Jazeera.

Qatar reiterates its focus on returning to US-Iran negotiations, according to Al Jazeera. Separately, Qatar's foreign ministry spokesperson states the invitation for an Iranian delegation to visit on the pilots issue remains open, though Iran has not responded. Meanwhile, the SENSEX closed 0.52% lower, down 402 points to 77,326, led by declines in Asian Paints, Infosys, and HCL Tech.

Qatar's foreign ministry spokesperson states that Iran and Qatar are in direct contact regarding the matter of Iranian pilots.

Qatar's foreign ministry states mediators await an Oman-Iran Hormuz accord before broader US-Iran talks.

Qatar's foreign ministry states mediators await an Oman-Iran Hormuz accord before broader US-Iran talks. Separately, Rackspace Technology faces a securities fraud lawsuit over alleged misrepresentations.

Peabody sued for securities fraud over alleged misrepresentations.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.49 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.2 percent, Dow futures is down 0.01 percent…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.49 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.2 percent, Dow futures is down 0.01 percent and Russell futures is down 0.23 percent.

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.52 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 1.25 percent, and Russell futures…

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.52 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 1.25 percent, and Russell futures are down 0.27 percent. In FX, the US Dollar Index is down 0.03 percent, EUR/USD is unchanged, and USD/JPY is up 0.17 percent. WTI crude is up 0.3 percent, gold is down 0.53 percent, and the VIX is at 16.02, up 5.46 percent.

Home Depot affirms its FY2026 GAAP EPS guidance range of $14.23 to $14.80, against an analyst estimate of $14.48.

Home Depot affirms its FY2026 GAAP EPS guidance range of $14.23 to $14.80, against an analyst estimate of $14.48. Saudi Arabia is adding extra oversight on UAE-bound bank transfers. XTI Aerospace announced an executive leadership transition, with no further details provided.

JPMorgan Private Bank's Madison Faller states investors should be more selective about European stocks.

A BofA poll indicates few bears remain as investors move into stocks.

ANF has been downgraded to Market Perform at RJ.

China's U.S. Treasury holdings fell to $633.4 billion in June from $659.3 billion in May, an 18-year low.

China's U.S. Treasury holdings fell to $633.4 billion in June from $659.3 billion in May, an 18-year low. The 30-year Treasury yield reached 5.31%, the highest since June 2007.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.55 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.25 percent, Dow futures is down 0.08…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.55 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.25 percent, Dow futures is down 0.08 percent and Russell futures is down 0.31 percent.

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.55%, Nasdaq futures are down 1.22%, and Russell futures are down 0.34%.

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.55%, Nasdaq futures are down 1.22%, and Russell futures are down 0.34%. In FX, the US Dollar Index is down 0.02%, EUR/USD is unchanged, and USD/JPY is up 0.14%. The VIX is at 15.97, up 5.13%. WTI crude is up 0.53%, and gold is down 0.63%.

FDA considering doctor-like assessment for AI-enabled devices.

A report indicates Russia struck fuel tanks at Ukraine's port of Odesa.

The 30-year U.S. Treasury yield has climbed to 5.31%, its highest since June 2007.

The 30-year U.S. Treasury yield has climbed to 5.31%, its highest since June 2007. Today's US data slate includes ADP at 8:15 AM, housing starts and permits at 8:30 AM, and industrial production at 9:15 AM.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.49 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.07 percent, Dow futures is down 0.07…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.49 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.07 percent, Dow futures is down 0.07 percent and Russell futures is down 0.3 percent.

US equities are lower: S&P futures are down 0.51 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 1.13 percent, and Russell futures are down…

US equities are lower: S&P futures are down 0.51 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 1.13 percent, and Russell futures are down 0.3 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar index is down 0.02 percent, EUR/USD is down 0.03 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.19 percent. The VIX is at 15.88, up 4.54 percent. WTI crude is up 0.45 percent, and gold is down 0.56 percent.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. UK 10-Year Gilt auction bid-to-cover prints at 3.65. UK 10-year gilt yield prints 5.155% vs 5.04% prior. New Zealand dollar slides 0.41% as FX losers broaden.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.55 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.13 percent, Dow futures is down 0.19…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.55 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.13 percent, Dow futures is down 0.19 percent and Russell futures is down 0.39 percent.

US equities are lower: S&P futures are down 0.55 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 1.13 percent, and Russell futures are down…

US equities are lower: S&P futures are down 0.55 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 1.13 percent, and Russell futures are down 0.39 percent. In FX, the dollar is firmer with the dollar index up 0.02 percent, EUR/USD down 0.05 percent, and USD/JPY up 0.19 percent. The VIX is at 16, up 5.33 percent. WTI crude is up 0.64 percent, and gold is down 0.58 percent.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.57 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.02 percent, Dow futures is down 0.24…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.57 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.02 percent, Dow futures is down 0.24 percent and Russell futures is down 0.47 percent.

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.57 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 1.02 percent, and Russell futures…

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.57 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 1.02 percent, and Russell futures are down 0.47 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer with the dollar index up 0.02 percent. Euro-dollar is down 0.06 percent, while dollar-yen is up 0.21 percent. Volatility is higher, with the VIX at 15.94, up 4.94 percent. In commodities, WTI crude is up 0.67 percent, and gold is down 0.5 percent.

Asian cash markets finished mixed: the Nikkei 225 closed down 2.54 percent, the Hang Seng closed up 1.53 percent, the…

Asian cash markets finished mixed: the Nikkei 225 closed down 2.54 percent, the Hang Seng closed up 1.53 percent, the Shanghai Composite closed up 1.61 percent, the KOSPI closed down 1.55 percent and the ASX 200 closed down 0.5 percent. Asian volume leaders were Xiaomi up 1.39 percent, Alibaba up 4.34 percent, Meituan down 2.4 percent, SoftBank Group down 0.95 percent and Mitsubishi UFJ up 0.14 percent.

LG Electronics is speeding up its robotics partnership with Nvidia.

Platinum is down 1.83%. Copper is lower by 1.27%, silver by 1.24%, and gold by 0.49%.

Platinum is down 1.83%. Copper is lower by 1.27%, silver by 1.24%, and gold by 0.49%. Iron ore in CNY is up 1.06%.

The FTSE MIB fell to around 53,300, a two-week low, as Middle East tensions weighed on sentiment.

The FTSE MIB fell to around 53,300, a two-week low, as Middle East tensions weighed on sentiment. Separately, Kevin O’Leary stated that a salary can make it easy to forget entrepreneurial dreams, and that the fear of failure can be a powerful motivator.

ECB policymaker Lane says inflation is expected to hover around the 3% level for the rest of the year.

ECB policymaker Lane says inflation is expected to hover around the 3% level for the rest of the year. Lane also says food inflation is relatively low right now.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.43 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.83 percent, Dow futures is down 0.13…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.43 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.83 percent, Dow futures is down 0.13 percent and Russell futures is down 0.31 percent.

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.43 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 0.83 percent, and Russell futures…

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.43 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 0.83 percent, and Russell futures are down 0.31 percent. In FX, the dollar index is up 0.01 percent, with EUR/USD down 0.02 percent and USD/JPY up 0.21 percent. The VIX is at 15.81, up 4.08 percent. WTI crude is down 0.38 percent, and gold is down 0.37 percent.

TotalEnergies shares are trading at a 9-week high of 76.99 euros.

TotalEnergies shares are trading at a 9-week high of 76.99 euros. The stock has gained 8.2% over the past four weeks and 43.33% over the last 12 months.

Houthi-linked Saba reports a drone attack on Saudi Aramco’s Jazan refinery.

Houthi-linked Saba reports a drone attack on Saudi Aramco’s Jazan refinery. The Dow is down 273 points. The FTSE 100 is little changed, with BP and Shell up 1.8% and 1.4% respectively, while precious-metals miners are lower.

The Shanghai Composite Index closed 0.21% higher on Tuesday, rising 8 points to 3991.

The Shanghai Composite Index closed 0.21% higher on Tuesday, rising 8 points to 3991. Sanan Optoelectron, Hengli Petrochemical, and China Coal led gains.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.37 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.72 percent, Dow futures is down 0.09…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.37 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.72 percent, Dow futures is down 0.09 percent and Russell futures is down 0.22 percent.

US equities are lower: S&P futures are down 0.37 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 0.72 percent, and Russell futures are down…

US equities are lower: S&P futures are down 0.37 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 0.72 percent, and Russell futures are down 0.22 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer with the dollar index up 0.01 percent, EUR/USD down 0.03 percent, and USD/JPY up 0.22 percent. WTI crude is up 0.84 percent, and gold is down 0.41 percent.

South Korea's national security adviser hopes President Trump's message about scaling back military drills with South Korea…

South Korea's national security adviser hopes President Trump's message about scaling back military drills with South Korea will lead to meaningful North Korea-US dialogue.

Iran-backed Houthi forces are threatening the coast along a Red Sea choke point, according to WSJ.

Iran-backed Houthi forces are threatening the coast along a Red Sea choke point, according to WSJ. Additionally, Nikkei reports Google plans to stop making Pixel products in China by 2027. Separately, Iran’s Ghaliabaf is scheduled to visit Iraq on Wednesday, according to state-run IRNA.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.43 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.77 percent, Dow futures is down 0.16…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.43 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.77 percent, Dow futures is down 0.16 percent and Russell futures is down 0.27 percent.

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.42%, Nasdaq futures are down 0.78%, and Russell futures are down 0.24%.

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.42%, Nasdaq futures are down 0.78%, and Russell futures are down 0.24%. In FX, the US Dollar Index is up 0.01%, with EUR/USD down 0.07% and USD/JPY up 0.24%. WTI Crude is up 1.15%, and Gold is down 0.42%.

The Nikkei 225 closed 2.24% lower, down 1548 points to 67672.

The Nikkei 225 closed 2.24% lower, down 1548 points to 67672. Losses were led by Taiyo Yuden, down 12.19%, Murata Manufacturing, down 9.17%, and Citizen Holdings, down 6.68%.

Hansa Biopharma announces its first commercial kidney transplant patient treated with Idefirix in Australia.

Hansa Biopharma announces its first commercial kidney transplant patient treated with Idefirix in Australia. Also, we note the top S&P 500 stock names implied volatility.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.51 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.96 percent, Dow futures is down 0.21…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.51 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.96 percent, Dow futures is down 0.21 percent and Russell futures is down 0.34 percent.

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.42 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 0.82 percent, and Russell futures…

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.42 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 0.82 percent, and Russell futures are down 0.25 percent. In FX, the US Dollar Index is unchanged, EUR/USD is down 0.09 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.22 percent. WTI crude is up 0.76 percent, while gold is down 0.51 percent. The VIX is up 6.6 percent.

The U.K. unemployment rate for June printed 4.9%, against a 4.8% estimate.

The U.K. unemployment rate for June printed 4.9%, against a 4.8% estimate. Average weekly earnings in the UK rose 4.1% year-on-year, compared to a 4% forecast. Separately, CNOOC shares reached a 9-week high at HKD 24.64.

Ecopetrol has closed its $1.2 billion deal for 51% of Brava Energia, adding 459 million barrels of oil equivalent in proved…

Ecopetrol has closed its $1.2 billion deal for 51% of Brava Energia, adding 459 million barrels of oil equivalent in proved reserves and 78.8 thousand barrels of oil equivalent per day in production.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.41 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.76 percent, Dow futures is down 0.17…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.41 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.76 percent, Dow futures is down 0.17 percent and Russell futures is down 0.24 percent.

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures down 0.41%, Nasdaq futures down 0.76%, and Russell futures down 0.24%.

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures down 0.41%, Nasdaq futures down 0.76%, and Russell futures down 0.24%. In FX, the Dollar Index is up 0.01%, with EUR/USD down 0.06% and USD/JPY up 0.2%. WTI crude is up 0.95%, while gold is down 0.7%. The VIX is up 6.6%. US 10-year Treasury yields are up 2.8 basis points to 4.724%, and the 30-year yield is up 4.4 basis points to 5.309%.

Iran's Ghalibaf is scheduled to visit Iraq on Wednesday, according to state-run IRNA.

Treasuries and Asian bonds are extending their slide, while oil prices are gaining.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.33 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.61 percent, Dow futures is down 0.15…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.33 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.61 percent, Dow futures is down 0.15 percent and Russell futures is down 0.22 percent.

Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: S&P futures is down 0.33 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.61 percent, and…

Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: S&P futures is down 0.33 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.61 percent, and Russell futures is down 0.22 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.02 percent, euro dollar is down 0.06 percent, and dollar yen is up 0.22 percent. WTI crude is up 0.82 percent and gold is down 0.56 percent.

The People's Bank of China states it will innovate macroprudential policy tools to support sustained economic recovery and…

The People's Bank of China states it will innovate macroprudential policy tools to support sustained economic recovery and growth. The PBoC also says it will allow currency swaps and yuan settlement to fulfill their functions, and plans to expand the yuan offshore market.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.33 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.62 percent, Dow futures is down 0.14…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.33 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.62 percent, Dow futures is down 0.14 percent and Russell futures is down 0.21 percent.

US equities are lower: S&P futures are down 0.32%, Nasdaq futures are down 0.61%, and Russell futures are down 0.21%.

US equities are lower: S&P futures are down 0.32%, Nasdaq futures are down 0.61%, and Russell futures are down 0.21%. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.01%, EUR/USD is down 0.05%, and USD/JPY is up 0.23%. WTI crude is up 0.83% and gold is down 0.57%.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.32 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.67 percent, Dow futures is down 0.13…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.32 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.67 percent, Dow futures is down 0.13 percent and Russell futures is down 0.2 percent.

US equities are lower: S&P futures are down 0.32 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 0.67 percent, and Russell futures are down…

US equities are lower: S&P futures are down 0.32 percent, Nasdaq futures are down 0.67 percent, and Russell futures are down 0.2 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is softer with the dollar index down 0.01 percent. EUR/USD is down 0.06 percent, while USD/JPY is up 0.19 percent. WTI crude is up 0.92 percent, and gold is down 0.59 percent.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.35 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.79 percent, Dow futures is down 0.1 percent…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.35 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.79 percent, Dow futures is down 0.1 percent and Russell futures is down 0.22 percent.

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.35%, Nasdaq futures are down 0.79%, and Russell futures are down 0.22%.

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.35%, Nasdaq futures are down 0.79%, and Russell futures are down 0.22%. In FX, the US Dollar Index is down 0.02%, EUR/USD is down 0.03%, and USD/JPY is up 0.1%. WTI crude is up 0.66%, and gold is down 0.47%. The VIX is up 6.6%. US 10-year yields are up 2.8 basis points, and US 30-year yields are up 4.4 basis points.

Russia's Wildberries warehouse in the Moscow region was struck in a drone attack, according to the region's governor.

The UKMTO reports the Omani Coast Guard is assisting the remaining crew, according to a Pro alert.

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.25%, Nasdaq futures are down 0.62%, and Russell futures are down 0.14%.

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.25%, Nasdaq futures are down 0.62%, and Russell futures are down 0.14%. In FX, the US Dollar Index is down 0.06%, with EUR/USD up 0.01% and USD/JPY up 0.07%. WTI crude is up 0.7%, while gold is down 0.34%. The VIX is up 6.6%. US 10-year Treasury yields are up 2.8 basis points to 4.724%, and the 30-year yield is up 4.4 basis points to 5.309%.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.25 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.62 percent, Dow futures is down 0.03…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.25 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.62 percent, Dow futures is down 0.03 percent and Russell futures is down 0.14 percent.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.25 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.54 percent, Dow futures is down 0.06…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.25 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.54 percent, Dow futures is down 0.06 percent and Russell futures is down 0.15 percent.

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.25%, Nasdaq futures are down 0.54%, and Russell futures are down 0.15%.

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.25%, Nasdaq futures are down 0.54%, and Russell futures are down 0.15%. In FX, the US Dollar Index is down 0.03%, EUR/USD is down 0.02%, and USD/JPY is up 0.08%. WTI crude is up 0.5%, and gold is down 0.39%.

Google plans to end Pixel production in China by 2027, according to Nikkei.

The New Zealand dollar holds around $0.590, reaching a two-and-a-half-month high, supported by a weaker US dollar and…

The New Zealand dollar holds around $0.590, reaching a two-and-a-half-month high, supported by a weaker US dollar and expectations of another 25-basis-point RBNZ hike next month.

Russia's mayor reports 180 drones downed in the Moscow region overnight.

Russia's mayor reports 180 drones downed in the Moscow region overnight. Separately, Google seeks approval to acquire Spirit Airlines internal business data for $10 million, with a judge considering the sale Wednesday.

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.11 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.29 percent, Dow futures is up 0.01 percent…

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.11 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.29 percent, Dow futures is up 0.01 percent and Russell futures is down 0.04 percent.

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.13%, Nasdaq futures are down 0.35%, and Russell futures are down 0.02%.

US equity futures are lower: S&P futures are down 0.13%, Nasdaq futures are down 0.35%, and Russell futures are down 0.02%. The US Dollar Index is down 0.06%, with EUR/USD up 0.01% and USD/JPY up 0.08%. In commodities, WTI crude is up 0.49% and gold is down 0.19%. The VIX is up 6.6%. US 10-year Treasury yields are up 2.8 basis points, and 30-year yields are up 4.4 basis points.

Australia stocks are up 0.3%, rising 25 points to 9,098 this Tuesday morning, reversing weakness from the prior four sessions.

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

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.05 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.06 percent, Dow futures is down 0.03 percent and Russell futures is unchanged at 0 percent.

US equity futures are mixed, with S&P futures down 0.04 percent and Nasdaq futures down 0.04 percent, while Russell futures…

US equity futures are mixed, with S&P futures down 0.04 percent and Nasdaq futures down 0.04 percent, while Russell futures are up 0.03 percent. In FX, the dollar is softer, with the dollar index down 0.08 percent. EUR/USD is up 0.04 percent, and USD/JPY is up 0.02 percent. WTI crude is up 0.46 percent, and gold is up 0.17 percent.

The KOSPI is rallying, up more than 2% to around 7,150, extending gains to a one-month high.

The KOSPI is rallying, up more than 2% to around 7,150, extending gains to a one-month high. Samsung Electronics is up nearly 3%, and SK Hynix has jumped more than 7%.

China's central bank reports 7-day reverse repo volume at zero today, while injecting 469.7 billion yuan via overnight…

China's central bank reports 7-day reverse repo volume at zero today, while injecting 469.7 billion yuan via overnight reverse repos.

South Korea's presidential office states the Ulchi drills are defensive and not aimed at attacking North Korea or escalating…

South Korea's presidential office states the Ulchi drills are defensive and not aimed at attacking North Korea or escalating tensions.

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

US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.03 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.01 percent, Dow futures is down 0.05 percent and Russell futures is up 0.02 percent.

US equity futures are mixed: S&P futures are down 0.02 percent, Nasdaq futures are up 0.01 percent, and Russell futures are…

US equity futures are mixed: S&P futures are down 0.02 percent, Nasdaq futures are up 0.01 percent, and Russell futures are up 0.03 percent. In FX, the Dollar Index is down 0.09 percent, with EUR/USD up 0.05 percent and USD/JPY up 0.04 percent. WTI crude is up 0.27 percent and gold is up 0.4 percent.