A chronological text record of the AI Market Commentator: important releases, breaking developments, market reactions and concise context for the trading day.
US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.04 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.04 percent, Dow futures is up 0.02 percent and Russell futures is unchanged at 0 percent.
Cross-asset desk update. US equities are higher: S and P futures is up 0.04 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.04 percent and Russell futures is unchanged at 0 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is softer; the dollar index is down 0.01 percent, euro dollar is up 0.03 percent and dollar yen is up 0.01 percent. Volatility and commodities: WTI crude is up 0.5 percent and gold is down 0.43 percent.
Cross-asset desk update. US equities are higher: S and P futures is up 0.04 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.02 percent and Russell futures is unchanged at 0 percent. In foreign exchange, euro dollar is up 0.03 percent and dollar yen is up 0.04 percent. Volatility and commodities: WTI crude is up 0.71 percent and gold is down 0.51 percent.
CENTCOM: US Military Ends Latest Round Of Strikes Against Iran. Nestlé agrees to sell mainstream VMS Holistic Health to Yellow Wood for $1 billion. SBM highlights PNG Simberi build and Canada pipeline; cash supports returns. The next scheduled risk is Ai Group Industry Index at 23:00 UTC.
US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.01 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.03 percent, Dow futures is up 0.01 percent and Russell futures is down 0.01 percent.
Cross-asset desk update. US equities are mixed: S and P futures is up 0.01 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.03 percent and Russell futures is down 0.01 percent. In foreign exchange, euro dollar is down 0.23 percent and dollar yen is up 0.29 percent. Volatility and commodities: WTI crude is up 0.71 percent and gold is down 0.53 percent.
US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.02 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.01 percent, Dow futures is unchanged at 0 percent and Russell futures is up 0.01 percent.
Cross-asset desk update. US equities are higher: S and P futures is up 0.02 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.01 percent and Russell futures is up 0.01 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.23 percent, euro dollar is down 0.22 percent and dollar yen is up 0.28 percent. Volatility and commodities: WTI crude is up 0.57 percent and gold is down 0.37 percent.
Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: the S and P 500 is down 0.71 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.29 percent and Russell futures is down 1.13 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.24 percent, euro dollar is down 0.25 percent and dollar yen is up 0.28 percent. Volatility and commodities: WTI crude is up 5.67 percent and gold is down 2.37 percent.
Breaking. RUSSIA HAS SECRETLY HELPED IRAN DEVELOP SUPERSONIC CRUISE MISSILE TECHNOLOGY THROUGH A COVERT PROGRAMME THAT BEGAN IN 2023, WITH RUSSIAN MISSILE SPECIALISTS REPORTEDLY ADVISING IRAN ON RAMJET PROPULSION THAT COULD ENABLE MISSILES TO FLY AT SEVERAL TIMES THE SPEED OF SOUND AND THREATEN U.S. WARSHIPS AND OTHER TARGETS. - FT.
US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.69 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.28 percent, Dow futures is down 0.77 percent and Russell futures is down 1.14 percent.
Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: the S and P 500 is down 0.71 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.29 percent and Russell futures is down 1.11 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.26 percent, euro dollar is down 0.26 percent and dollar yen is up 0.31 percent. Volatility and commodities: WTI crude is up 5.77 percent and gold is down 2.38 percent.
Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: the S and P 500 is down 0.71 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.29 percent and the Russell 2000 is down 1.23 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.26 percent, euro dollar is down 0.27 percent and dollar yen is up 0.31 percent. Volatility and commodities: the VIX is at 16.41, up 9.99 percent, WTI crude is up 5.96 percent and gold is down 2.37 percent.
US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.72 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.31 percent, Dow futures is down 0.79 percent and Russell futures is down 1.17 percent.
US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.77 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.32 percent, Dow futures is down 0.83 percent and Russell futures is down 1.15 percent.
Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: the S and P 500 is down 0.79 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.36 percent and the Russell 2000 is down 1.15 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.25 percent, euro dollar is down 0.26 percent and dollar yen is up 0.32 percent. Volatility and commodities: the VIX is at 16.28, up 9.12 percent, WTI crude is up 5.6 percent and gold is down 2.26 percent.
United States Oil Fund rises 5.3% as oil spikes. New LPG and PNG rules take effect, including commercial cylinder price hike. UBS hires L.A. Bernstein Private Wealth team managing $1.4 billion.
US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.82 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.43 percent, Dow futures is down 0.82 percent and Russell futures is down 1.16 percent.
Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: the S and P 500 is down 0.74 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.34 percent and the Russell 2000 is down 1.22 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.26 percent, euro dollar is down 0.23 percent and dollar yen is up 0.3 percent. Treasury yields are higher: the five-year yield is at 4.559 percent, up 5.2 basis points, the 10-year yield is at 4.798 percent, up 4 basis points and the 30-year yield is at 5.268 percent, up 1.9 basis points. Volatility and commodities: the VIX is at 16.49, up 10.52 percent, WTI crude is up 5.59 percent and gold is down 2.3 percent.
LifeSci Capital initiates BlossomHill Therapeutics at Outperform. Iran says US struck Kuheštak in southern Hormozgan.
Russia: Germany's Leipzig claim is a provocation that serves the interests of Ukraine, the militaristic wing of the European elite, and arms. Explosions reported heard in Erbil, Iraq, per Mehr News Agency. Bombardier brings Mississauga aerostructures footprint in-house. The next scheduled risk is The President participates in Policy Meeting at 19:00 UTC.
US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.85 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.5 percent, Dow futures is down 0.82 percent and Russell futures is down 1.16 percent.
Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: the S and P 500 is down 0.8 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.46 percent and Russell futures is down 1.11 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.28 percent, euro dollar is down 0.27 percent and dollar yen is up 0.33 percent. Treasury yields are higher: the 10-year yield is at 4.788 percent, up 3 basis points. Volatility and commodities: the VIX is at 16.08, up 7.77 percent, WTI crude is up 5.22 percent and gold is down 2.14 percent.
Fars News Agency reported Iran launched missiles and drones at enemy positions. Manufacturers are getting frustrated: 'The economy is annoying'. IRAN THREATENS BAHRAIN AND KUWAIT. The next scheduled risk is The President participates in Policy Meeting at 19:00 UTC.
US targets Jiroft Airport in southeastern Iran - IRIB. TDK targets tripling AI ecosystem sales by FY March 2031. U.S. crude up 5% lifts energy stocks, pressures airlines.
US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.7 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.27 percent, Dow futures is down 0.79 percent and Russell futures is down 1.11 percent.
Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: the S and P 500 is down 0.7 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.32 percent and the Russell 2000 is down 1.12 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.28 percent, euro dollar is down 0.26 percent and dollar yen is up 0.33 percent. Treasury yields are higher: the five-year yield is at 4.55 percent, up 4.3 basis points, the 10-year yield is at 4.792 percent, up 3.4 basis points and the 30-year yield is at 5.266 percent, up 1.7 basis points. Volatility and commodities: the VIX is at 15.98, up 7.1 percent, WTI crude is up 4.96 percent and gold is down 2 percent.
U.S. Ethanol Production and Stocks Estimates for Aug. 28.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. The US targeted a factory, pier, and port tower in southern Iran - Mehr. Nvidia slips after Texas scrutiny of data-center grid paperwork. United Breweries targets 20-25% premium beer growth over three to five years.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Portugal receives binding-bid assessments for TAP minority stake. Blackstone-backed Epsilon Bidco exits EPL for Rs 2,032 crore. UnitedHealth shares rise on prior-authorization rollback for 30% services.
US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.67 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.2 percent, Dow futures is down 0.76 percent and Russell futures is down 1.04 percent.
Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: the S and P 500 is down 0.64 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.2 percent and Russell futures is down 1.1 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.22 percent, euro dollar is down 0.25 percent and dollar yen is up 0.3 percent. Treasury yields are higher: the 10-year yield is at 4.788 percent, up 3 basis points. Volatility and commodities: the VIX is at 16.06, up 7.64 percent, WTI crude is up 4.58 percent and gold is down 1.84 percent.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Iran's IRGC: Severe punishment awaits the US - IRIB. Nestlé to sell health-supplements business for $1 billion. Trump Meets Oil Executives.
Breaking. A report says India’s data-centre industry may add just $9bn to GDP by 2030, implying a 0.13% contribution, with a sizable share of planned capacity expected to be operational.
Update. New verified detail: Iran will respond to US attacks with a response 'several times larger and US bases and interests in the region will be targeted - Tasnim cites senior Iranian Military Source.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Kia America sets all-time monthly sales record in August. Novo Nordisk rises as Wegovy pill rolls out in Germany.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Trump says Iranians fired 8 missiles at Jordan base. Bogd FT announces US IPO of 6,250,000 ordinary shares.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Iran says it will deliver greater response to US strikes. Energy Vault unit’s 100 MW AI infrastructure project gets Italian designation. Bombardier to acquire Canadian factory from Mitsubishi Heavy Industries.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Infinity Power and Hassan Allam sign PPA for 1GW Egypt wind project. U.S. crude stockpiles seen small withdrawal in latest weekly survey. The next scheduled risk is The President meets with Oil and Gas Retailers and Refineries at 17:30 UTC.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Energy Vault’s 100 MW Sardinia AI project gets Italian strategic designation. MBH reports revenue decline but margin gains and steady dividends. D.A. Davidson sees new Apple hardware focus under CEO Ternus. The next scheduled risk is The President meets with Oil and Gas Retailers and Refineries at 17:30 UTC.
US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.68 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.15 percent, Dow futures is down 0.78 percent and Russell futures is down 0.99 percent.
Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: the S and P 500 is down 0.69 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.22 percent and Russell futures is down 0.99 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.28 percent, euro dollar is down 0.27 percent and dollar yen is up 0.27 percent. Treasury yields are higher: the 10-year yield is at 4.788 percent, up 3 basis points. Volatility and commodities: the VIX is at 15.84, up 6.17 percent, WTI crude is up 4.47 percent and gold is down 1.88 percent.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Robinhood stock upgraded to overweight by Morgan Stanley on new lines. Nestlé reaches agreement to divest mainstream vitamins, minerals business. Yellow Wood to acquire VMS brands in $1.0B deal. The next scheduled risk is The President meets with Oil and Gas Retailers and Refineries at 17:30 UTC.
Zoox to test in Houston and San Diego; footprint to 12 cities. The next scheduled risk is The President meets with Oil and Gas Retailers and Refineries at 17:30 UTC.
The US embassy in Israel warns American citizens in the Middle East of a possible escalation - Sky News Arabia. The next scheduled risk is The President meets with Oil and Gas Retailers and Refineries at 17:30 UTC.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Nestlé agrees to divest mainstream supplements business for $1 billion. Tata Motors secures remaining regulatory approvals for Iveco acquisition. The next scheduled risk is The President meets with Oil and Gas Retailers and Refineries at 17:30 UTC.
Apollo-linked housing weakness hits HGX after construction spending drop. The next scheduled risk is The President meets with Oil and Gas Retailers and Refineries at 17:30 UTC.
US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.64 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.17 percent, Dow futures is down 0.82 percent and Russell futures is down 1.21 percent.
Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: the S and P 500 is down 0.68 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.22 percent and Russell futures is down 0.98 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.25 percent, euro dollar is down 0.29 percent and dollar yen is up 0.28 percent. Volatility and commodities: WTI crude is up 4.7 percent and gold is down 1.69 percent.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. CRM growth accelerates with AI adoption, outcome pricing, Slack integration. Atlanta Fed GDPNow pegs Q3 GDP growth at 4.8%.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. TML tender offer: prior authorisations obtained for Iveco Group shares. S&P Global completes DatacenterHawk acquisition.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Al Jazeera citing Iranian TV: Five explosions heard in the village of Masan on Qeshm Island and four in the Strait of Hormuz. Senior US Official: The United States Is Attacking Iranian Targets In The Strait Of Hormuz Area In Response To Iranian Attacks On Ships — n1.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Russia: Will Respond To Germany's Anti-Russian Decisions - IFX. QQQ back below 50 D sma.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Reports of explosions at Iranian ports Konarak and Chabahar. MBH targets return to net cash next year after margin gains. Mead Johnson wins US federal bellwether trial on Enfamil NEC claims.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. REPORTS OF BLASTS ACROSS IRAN'S SOUTHERN REGIONS: STATE TV (SM Circulations). Iran International, citing domestic media reports: The sound of explosions has been heard in Chabahar and Bandar Abbas. Crypto security losses total $136M across 50 incidents in August.
US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.39 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.79 percent, Dow futures is down 0.35 percent and Russell futures is down 0.67 percent.
Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: the S and P 500 is down 0.41 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 0.86 percent and the Russell 2000 is down 0.67 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.22 percent, euro dollar is down 0.25 percent and dollar yen is up 0.21 percent. Treasury yields are mixed: the five-year yield is at 4.529 percent, up 2.2 basis points, the 10-year yield is at 4.77 percent, up 1.2 basis points and the 30-year yield is at 5.246 percent, down 0.3 basis points. Volatility and commodities: the VIX is at 15.23, up 2.08 percent, WTI crude is up 3 percent and gold is down 1.37 percent.
European cash markets finished lower: the Euro Stoxx 50 closed down 0.8 percent, the DAX closed down 2.26 percent, the CAC 40 closed down 1.18 percent and the FTSE 100 closed down 0.32 percent. UK volume leaders were Lloyds Banking Group up 0.55 percent, BP up 5.21 percent, Barclays down 2.12 percent, HSBC up 0.33 percent and Shell up 2.63 percent. continental European volume leaders were UBS down 0.32 percent, Novartis up 6.25 percent, Deutsche Telekom unchanged at 0 percent, SAP down 3.48 percent and Nestle down 0.39 percent.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. EGX Energy Corp wins S$6.2 million T&D contract. Rising bond yields and higher oil weigh on gold.
BYLOT reports H1 2026 revenue and margin growth despite U.K. tax hike.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Brazil stocks lead Latam gains as Middle East tensions lift oil, yields. Raymond James raises Antero Resources price target to $55.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Market Pulse: Key triggers to watch before the September 2 trading session. Citi urges investors to buy Howmet Aerospace amid AI power demand fears. Bitcoin ETF net inflows resume with $216.7M Monday inflow.
US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.47 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.96 percent, Dow futures is down 0.41 percent and Russell futures is down 0.67 percent.
Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: the S and P 500 is down 0.36 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 0.8 percent and the Russell 2000 is down 0.71 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.22 percent, euro dollar is down 0.23 percent and dollar yen is up 0.22 percent. Treasury yields are higher: the five-year yield is at 4.527 percent, up 2 basis points, the 10-year yield is at 4.77 percent, up 1.2 basis points and the 30-year yield is at 5.25 percent, up 0.1 basis points. Volatility and commodities: the VIX is at 15.39, up 3.15 percent, WTI crude is up 2.81 percent and gold is down 1.62 percent.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Ethereum ETF inflows turn positive as September trading opens. Frontieras North America and Western Fuels sign MOU for Wyoming FASForm facility. Toyota US sales fall 4.4% y/y in August to 215,556 vehicles.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. UK regulator suspends Tavneos use for new patients. US 52-Week Bill bid-to-cover at 3.610. Uzbekistan confirms purchase of Chinese J-10CE fighter jets.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Cocoa futures hover near 1-year high on West Africa supply worries. JOLTS, PMI and construction spending eyed as economy slows. Bank of America, Citigroup and Goldman Sachs join stablecoin push.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. ACT Energy hits new 52-week high as TSX approves NCIB renewal. Boxabl signs multiyear purchase agreement for up to 1,500 homes. BoE’s Mann warns inflation could embed in wage talks.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Goldman Sachs, BofA and others plan dollar stablecoin issue in 2027. Lockheed Martin unit signs pact with Tata for Javelin missiles.
Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: the S and P 500 is down 0.51 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.07 percent and the Russell 2000 is down 0.62 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.18 percent, euro dollar is down 0.22 percent and dollar yen is up 0.21 percent. Treasury yields are mixed: the five-year yield is at 4.523 percent, up 1.6 basis points, the 10-year yield is at 4.768 percent, up 1 basis points and the 30-year yield is at 5.246 percent, down 0.3 basis points. Volatility and commodities: the VIX is at 15.41, up 3.28 percent, WTI crude is up 2.62 percent and gold is down 1.66 percent.
US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.54 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.03 percent, Dow futures is down 0.4 percent and Russell futures is down 0.64 percent.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. MiniMed shares rise after fiscal first-quarter sales jump. Scott Bessent says Iran bank sanctions could be announced this week.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. S&P 500 DOWN. U.S. construction spending falls 0.5% in July. The next scheduled risk is The President participates in a Policy Meeting at 15:00 UTC.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. US job openings rise in July after prior-month revision. Banco Santander files follow-up for further capital increase. The next scheduled risk is The President participates in a Policy Meeting at 15:00 UTC.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. BitMine adds 53,501 ETH to $131M corporate treasury. BW LPG launches USD 300 million senior unsecured convertible bond offering. UK manufacturing growth slows in August, S&P Global survey shows. The next scheduled risk is The President participates in a Policy Meeting at 15:00 UTC.
US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.38 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.06 percent, Dow futures is down 0.06 percent and Russell futures is down 0.44 percent.
Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: the S and P 500 is down 0.34 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 0.99 percent and Russell futures is down 0.52 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.09 percent, euro dollar is down 0.15 percent and dollar yen is up 0.12 percent. Volatility and commodities: the VIX is at 15.44, up 3.49 percent, WTI crude is up 2.23 percent and gold is down 1.36 percent.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Microsoft shares may have 19% upside on Azure and AI growth. Carney warns US trade terms could shrink Canada’s industries. The next scheduled risk is The President participates in a Policy Meeting at 15:00 UTC.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. CENTCOM says Sept. 1 US forces redirected 84 commercial vessels. Dallas Fed Services Activity rises in August to 4.2. Dallas Fed Texas service sector survey shows expansion/contraction in Aug. The next scheduled risk is The President participates in a Policy Meeting at 15:00 UTC.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. US ISM’S SPENCE: COMPUTER/ELECTRONIC PRODUCTS INDUSTRY FACE SLOWER SUPPLIER DELIVERIES AMID MEMORY CHIP SHORTAGE CAUSED BY GLOBAL AI BOOM. Iran’s Galibaf warns of military response to US siege. Iran’s Qalibaf says it will respond militarily if U.S. siege intensifies. The next scheduled risk is The President participates in a Policy Meeting at 15:00 UTC.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Grand Oak Canyons Distillery board to consider issuing 2.07 billion NCPs. ALMS trial update: envudeucitinib shows subgroup efficacy in SLE. The next scheduled risk is The President participates in a Policy Meeting at 15:00 UTC.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. IRAN'S PRESIDENT PEZESHKIAN: THEY CLAIM TO DEFEND HUMAN RIGHTS AND CLAIM TO UPHOLD THE LAW, WHILE WHAT THEY ARE DOING HAS NO FRAMEWORK THAT. Novartis pauses autoimmune cell therapy trials after three deaths. COCOBOD settles $204.44 million in 2026 restructuring bond obligations.
US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.67 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.37 percent, Dow futures is down 0.43 percent and Russell futures is down 0.84 percent.
Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: the S and P 500 is down 0.57 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.26 percent and the Russell 2000 is down 0.8 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.12 percent, euro dollar is down 0.11 percent and dollar yen is up 0.17 percent. Treasury yields are higher: the five-year yield is at 4.523 percent, up 1.6 basis points, the 10-year yield is at 4.776 percent, up 1.8 basis points and the 30-year yield is at 5.252 percent, up 0.3 basis points. Volatility and commodities: the VIX is at 15.86, up 6.3 percent, WTI crude is up 3.03 percent and gold is down 1.5 percent.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. US JOLTS Jul: job openings 7.271M, est 7.313M, prev 7.359M. US manufacturing PMI eases in August; input prices stay high. Rook I mine project targets up to 20% of global uranium supply.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. STX expects U.S. ACCRUFER control to double EBIT and lift margins. US ISM Manufacturing for August at 54.6, below estimates. U.S. job openings rise to 7.271 million in July.
BBVA among 21 financial institutions working on stablecoin for H2. The next scheduled risk is ISM Manufacturing PMI at 14:00 UTC.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Korn Ferry shares rise after completing AMS acquisition. Comstock Resources signs LOI with SOCAR for potential acquisition. Future Care Trading posts H1 profit of 21.2 million riyals. The next scheduled risk is ISM Manufacturing PMI at 14:00 UTC.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. US Tsy Sec. Bessent: Have To Take Out Iran’s Protective Sield. Oil by day highs. BYLOT reports strong 1H26 revenue and AEBITDA growth, but margin pressure. The next scheduled risk is ISM Manufacturing PMI at 14:00 UTC.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Happiest Minds Technologies agrees to merge with ITC Infotech. FTC finalizes consent order for Ascension’s AmSurg acquisition. GSCI rises to 12-week high, reaching 725.00 index points. The next scheduled risk is ISM Manufacturing PMI at 14:00 UTC.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Bertelsmann CEO Rabe: Merger is 'Major Step' in Partnering to Create Value. Money Quote: A Global Bond Repricing — WSJ. Bessent says Iran-linked bank sanctions likely soon. The next scheduled risk is ISM Manufacturing PMI at 14:00 UTC.
US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.7 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.49 percent, Dow futures is down 0.55 percent and Russell futures is down 0.65 percent.
Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: the S and P 500 is down 0.68 percent, the Nasdaq 100 is down 1.51 percent and Russell futures is down 0.65 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.17 percent, euro dollar is down 0.18 percent and dollar yen is up 0.2 percent. Treasury yields are higher: the five-year yield is at 4.532 percent, up 2.5 basis points, the 10-year yield is at 4.784 percent, up 2.6 basis points and the 30-year yield is at 5.263 percent, up 1.4 basis points. Volatility and commodities: the VIX is at 15.91, up 10.26 percent, WTI crude is up 2.69 percent and gold is down 1.87 percent.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Alumis trial of lupus drug fails to meet endpoints. GoPro to be acquired in $285 million all-cash deal. The next scheduled risk is S&P Global Manufacturing PMI at 13:45 UTC.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. BESSENT ON BOND YIELDS: THEY'RE SHOWING INFLATION EXPECTATIONS AS FLAT TO DOWN. Brazil oil production rises 13.6% YoY in July to record 4.5m bpd. S&P Global Canada Manufacturing PMI (Aug 2026) - Full Report. The next scheduled risk is S&P Global Manufacturing PMI at 13:45 UTC.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Black Pearl completes tender offer for all Selectis Health shares. Petrobras raises jet fuel prices by 13.9% in Brazil. Soybeans jump as EPA revises 2025 biofuel-blending exemption rules. The next scheduled risk is S&P Global Manufacturing PMI at 13:45 UTC.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. ITC Infotech to acquire 22.1% minority stake in Happiest Minds. RGS reports Fiscal 2026 higher revenue, improved profitability and strong cash generation. BayFirst Financial launches rights offering at $3.50 a share. The next scheduled risk is S&P Global Manufacturing PMI at 13:45 UTC.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. GoPro enters definitive agreement to merge with Starman Optical. Saniona advances two internal programs toward clinic around year-end. GoPro signs definitive agreement to merge with Starman Optical. The next scheduled risk is S&P Global Manufacturing PMI at 13:45 UTC.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. STX: Shield to assume full US control of ACCRUFER. KEOC Q2 revenue and TPV growth; energy JV stake rises to 40%. ECB Simkus says September rate hike may not be enough. The next scheduled risk is S&P Global Manufacturing PMI at 13:45 UTC.
Public Storage OP units priced $375; up to $288M earn-out. The next scheduled risk is S&P Global Manufacturing PMI at 13:45 UTC.
US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.72 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.41 percent, Dow futures is down 0.64 percent and Russell futures is down 0.7 percent.
Cross-asset desk update. US equities are lower: S and P futures is down 0.67 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 1.31 percent and Russell futures is down 0.64 percent. In foreign exchange, the dollar is firmer; the dollar index is up 0.18 percent, euro dollar is down 0.25 percent and dollar yen is up 0.26 percent. Treasury yields are higher: the five-year yield is at 4.53 percent, up 2.3 basis points, the 10-year yield is at 4.784 percent, up 2.6 basis points and the 30-year yield is at 5.27 percent, up 2.1 basis points. Volatility and commodities: the VIX is at 15.89, up 10.12 percent, WTI crude is up 2.54 percent and gold is down 1.71 percent.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. UK mortgage approvals fall to lowest since early 2024. Baltic Dry Index slips, ending seven-session advance streak. The next scheduled risk is The President participates in a Pre-Tape Phone Interview at 13:00 UTC.
Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Yum Brands completes sale of Pizza Hut (ex-Mainland China). Yum! Brands completes Pizza Hut sale to LongRange Cap. Yum! Brands completes Pizza Hut Ex-China sale to LongRange Capital. The next scheduled risk is The President participates in a Pre-Tape Phone Interview at 13:00 UTC.
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