Tue, Aug 18, 2026 - Page 3
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ODC - Amlan International to Sponsor Technical Symposium at 2026 Arkansas Nutrition Conference
ODC - Amlan International to Sponsor Technical Symposium at 2026 Arkansas Nutrition Conference
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 08:00 PM UTC
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Syrian Petroleum Company says explosion was deliberate sabotage
Syrian Petroleum Company says initial investigations indicate the explosion resulted from a deliberate act of sabotage, according to Syrian State News Agency.
ENERGY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:59 PM UTC
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Syrian Petroleum Company cites sabotage behind explosion, initial probes
Syrian Petroleum Company says an explosion resulted from a "deliberate act of sabotage" based on initial investigations, according to Syrian state news agency reporting.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 18, 2026, 07:59 PM UTC
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Syria’s petroleum company reports explosion halts gas exports via Al-Jabseh pipeline
Syria’s petroleum company says an explosion occurred at the gas export pipeline at the Al-Jabseh gas plant, leading to a halt of pumping through the pipeline.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 18, 2026, 07:59 PM UTC
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BHP, THE WORLD'S LARGEST MINING COMPANY, REPORTED BOOMING GROWTH FOR THE YEAR TO JUNE AS COPPER OVERTOOK IRON ORE AS ITS PRIMARY PROFIT DRIV
BHP, THE WORLD'S LARGEST MINING COMPANY, REPORTED BOOMING GROWTH FOR THE YEAR TO JUNE AS COPPER OVERTOOK IRON ORE AS ITS PRIMARY PROFIT DRIVER FOR THE FIRST TIME ON AN ANNUAL BASIS - FT
COMMODITIES | Aug 18, 2026, 07:59 PM UTC
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Explosion halts gas export pumping at Al-Jabsah pipeline
Syria’s petroleum company says an explosion at the gas export pipeline connected to the Al-Jabsah gas plant has led to a halt in pumping through the pipeline.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 18, 2026, 07:59 PM UTC
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SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY) closes down 0.72%
SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) trades lower into the close, down 0.72% to 7713, according to Hammerstone MarketTalk.
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:58 PM UTC
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SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) drops 0.72% near close
SPY trades at 7713 and is down 0.72% as it hits intraday lows into the close, per Hammerstone MarketTalk; no further catalyst was supplied.
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:58 PM UTC
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ATNM some vol
ATNM some vol
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:57 PM UTC
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ATNM patent news
ATNM patent news
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:57 PM UTC
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CAR-SELLER COPART IS AMONG SUITORS FOR CAR INSURANCE SOFTWARE FIRM CCC- BLOOMBERG NEWS
CAR-SELLER COPART IS AMONG SUITORS FOR CAR INSURANCE SOFTWARE FIRM CCC- BLOOMBERG NEWS
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:57 PM UTC
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US envoy says Turkey was not warned of Israeli strikes
The US special envoy for Syria says Turkey was not warned of Israeli strikes and could have reasonably prepared its own response.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 18, 2026, 07:57 PM UTC
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TNON some vol
TNON some vol
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:56 PM UTC
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TNON patent news
TNON patent news
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:56 PM UTC
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META near lows
META near lows
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:55 PM UTC
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Iran strike hits UAE, lifting Hormuz shipping and energy risks
An attack marks Iran’s first known strike on the UAE since May, with Hormuz shipping disruptions and attacks on UAE-linked vessels keeping regional energy risks elevated.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 18, 2026, 07:54 PM UTC
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UAE says Iran fired two ballistic missiles; both intercepted and fell into the sea
The UAE says Iran fired two ballistic missiles toward the country, and that UAE air defenses intercepted the threat before both fell into the sea.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 18, 2026, 07:54 PM UTC
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Dollar index edges up 0.02% at New York close
The dollar index (DXY) rose 0.02% to 99.657 at the New York close on the 18th, with mixed moves across major currency crosses.
FX | Aug 18, 2026, 07:52 PM UTC
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SPY has roughly $100M for sale via MOC
SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) shows roughly $100M for sale executed through a MOC order, according to the feed.
FX | Aug 18, 2026, 07:52 PM UTC
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MOC imbalance skews buy side at $376 million
TradeXchange Newsdesk reports a MOC imbalance to the buy side of $376 million, with no additional security, venue, or catalyst details provided.
FX | Aug 18, 2026, 07:50 PM UTC
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FCC chair Brendan Carr defends review of Disney ABC station licenses
FCC Chair Brendan Carr defends a review of Disney ABC station licenses in a Reuters interview, saying no decisions have been made.
REGULATION | Aug 18, 2026, 07:50 PM UTC
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Deere shares hit 4-week low at $589.70
Deere & Company shares fell to $589.70, the lowest since July 2026, while the stock gained 0.66% over the past four weeks and 20.52% over the past 12 months.
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:49 PM UTC
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XCSH launches box-spread ETF targeting one- to three-month rates
XFUNDS launches the XFUNDS 1-3 Month BOX ETF, XCSH, which seeks to match or exceed one- to three-month U.S. Treasury bill performance using box spreads.
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:48 PM UTC
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Spot gold slips below $4,350/oz, down 1.51%
Spot gold slips below $4,350/oz and is down 1.51% on the day, according to TradeXchange Newsdesk.
COMMODITIES | Aug 18, 2026, 07:47 PM UTC
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TBLA: NBC News outsources all programmatic display ad sales to Taboola
NBC News will outsource all programmatic display ad sales to Taboola, per TradeXchange Newsdesk.
REGULATION | Aug 18, 2026, 07:46 PM UTC
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Cboe VIX prints 15.67
The Cboe Volatility Index (VIX) is at 15.67, per the latest TradeXchange Newsdesk reading.
MACRO | Aug 18, 2026, 07:43 PM UTC
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CCC COPART IS SAID TO BE AMONG SUITORS FOR SOFTWARE FIRM CCC social media
CCC COPART IS SAID TO BE AMONG SUITORS FOR SOFTWARE FIRM CCC social media
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:42 PM UTC
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USO-linked producers face potential Venezuela oil production contracts
Hammerstone MarketTalk reports that several independent U.S. oil producers expected to sign production contracts with Venezuela’s state-run oil company in coming days, per Politico.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 18, 2026, 07:42 PM UTC
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UAE Defense Ministry says Iran launched missiles at marine traffic
UAE’s Defense Ministry says two ballistic missiles launched from Iran were targeting marine traffic.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 18, 2026, 07:34 PM UTC
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BlackRock says Bitcoin case unchanged, backs 1% to 2% allocation
BlackRock says Bitcoin’s investment case has not changed despite a 50% drawdown from highs and says a 1% to 2% portfolio allocation could improve risk-adjusted returns.
EARNINGS | Aug 18, 2026, 07:33 PM UTC
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LULU and NKE rebound after beaten-down selloff
LULU rises 4% and NKE gains 3.35%, reversing part of a decline that leaves both retailers deeply lower on the year (LULU -42% YTD, NKE -36.5% YTD).
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:33 PM UTC
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US Syria envoy Barrack: Turkey not warned of Israeli strikes
US Special Envoy for Syria Barrack says Turkey was not warned of Israeli strikes and could have reasonably prepared its own response.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 18, 2026, 07:32 PM UTC
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US envoy reiterates deconfliction push for Israel, Syria, Turkey
The US Special Envoy for Syria Barrack says his focus is a deconfliction mechanism involving Israel, Syria and Turkey, noting the effort is actively underway.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 18, 2026, 07:32 PM UTC
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US Syria envoy links Israeli strikes to Turkey presence risk
US Special Envoy for Syria Barrack says Israeli strikes on a Syria airbase reflect a perception that Turkey might increase its presence there in the near future.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 18, 2026, 07:32 PM UTC
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BILL Holdings faces $699 million implied post-earnings swing
BILL Holdings (NYSE: BILL) reports fourth-quarter 2026 results after the close, with analysts expecting 62 cents EPS on $430.36 million of revenue and options implying a 14.34% move, about $699 million of market value.
EARNINGS | Aug 18, 2026, 07:31 PM UTC
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AB Private Lending Fund: 10% owner files Form 4P
AB Private Lending Fund reports a Form 4P filing for its 10% owner, PM Alpha II DACP, showing 53,059.823 units at $24.99 for $1,325,965.
REGULATION | Aug 18, 2026, 07:30 PM UTC
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CNAF declares $.13 per share third-quarter dividend
Commercial National (CNAF) declares a $.13 per share third-quarter dividend, according to TradeXchange Newsdesk.
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:30 PM UTC
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OKE PR MPC VLO SM DINO HP ET CVE NOV among energy stocks hitting 52-week highs today
OKE PR MPC VLO SM DINO HP ET CVE NOV among energy stocks hitting 52-week highs today
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:26 PM UTC
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Several stocks including GME, STLA and ROL hit 52-week lows
Hammerstone MarketTalk says ROL, STLA, OI, WD, GME, YSS, and AMRZ are among names hitting 52-week lows today, without providing magnitude or specific catalysts.
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:25 PM UTC
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Wednesday FX Option Expiries
Wednesday FX Option Expiries
FX | Aug 18, 2026, 07:22 PM UTC
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BorgWarner insiders sell BWA shares on Aug 17 filings
BorgWarner (BWA) filings show VP Calaway sold 44,000 shares at $69.65 ($3.064M), Dir McAlmont sold 7,000 at $69.36 ($485K), and VP McKenzie sold 4,500 at $70.39 ($316.7K) on 8/17.
REGULATION | Aug 18, 2026, 07:22 PM UTC
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Tuesday FX option expiries in focus
Tuesday FX option expiries are scheduled, a positioning checkpoint for the FX derivatives complex, though no strike levels, notionals, or market impact details were supplied.
FX | Aug 18, 2026, 07:21 PM UTC
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Venezuela economy rises 7.14% y/y in Q2 2026
Venezuela’s central bank reports the economy grew 7.14% year-on-year in Q2 2026.
MACRO | Aug 18, 2026, 07:20 PM UTC
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Trump to interview candidates for top FDA role this week
U.S. President Trump is to interview candidates for the top FDA role this week, according to TradeXchange Newsdesk.
REGULATION | Aug 18, 2026, 07:19 PM UTC
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Netherlands foreign minister disapproves latest U.S. sanctions on ICC officials
The Netherlands Minister of Foreign Affairs says the Netherlands disapproves of the latest U.S. sanctions against officials and staff of the International Criminal Court.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 18, 2026, 07:19 PM UTC
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S&P 500 falls
The S&P 500 is down, with the source providing no magnitude or catalyst for the move.
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:17 PM UTC
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Research Solutions (RSSS) to Participate in Upcoming Investor Conferences
Research Solutions (RSSS) says it will participate in upcoming investor conferences, without providing additional details on dates, events, or any specific disclosures.
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:17 PM UTC
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S&P 500 UP
S&P 500 UP
RATES | Aug 18, 2026, 07:17 PM UTC
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SPY: BTIG cites midterm-year Aug–Oct S&P pullback pattern
Hammerstone MarketTalk reports that BTIG’s analysis finds the S&P 500 (or equal-weight version) has pulled back at least ~7% in the August–October window of midterm election years since 1990, citing exceptions like 2006.
MACRO | Aug 18, 2026, 07:17 PM UTC
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SPY Daily Weekly
SPY Daily Weekly
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:16 PM UTC
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Fedorov warns Ukraine faces systemic governance crisis
Fedorov says Ukraine faces a systemic crisis of governance and criticizes wartime corruption, citing governance and integrity concerns.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 18, 2026, 07:16 PM UTC
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Spot platinum falls 3% to $1,717.90/oz
Spot platinum falls 3% to $1,717.90/oz, with no catalyst supplied in the feed item.
COMMODITIES | Aug 18, 2026, 07:15 PM UTC
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Upcoming earnings: Target, Alibaba, Walmart on August 19-20
The prep item lists upcoming earnings estimates for Target on August 19, Alibaba on August 20, and Walmart on August 20, with EPS and revenue estimates supplied for each.
EARNINGS | Aug 18, 2026, 07:15 PM UTC
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QQQ Daily Weekly
QQQ Daily Weekly
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:15 PM UTC
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Trump weighs Canada tariff reprieve, Politico reports
Politico reports that Trump is considering granting Canada a tariff reprieve, but no details on scope, timing, or magnitude were provided in the alert.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 18, 2026, 07:15 PM UTC
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Earnings After the bell today Tuesday Aug 18 TOL KEYS SQM ZTO JKHY LZB AUNA MRCY
Earnings After the bell today Tuesday Aug 18 TOL KEYS SQM ZTO JKHY LZB AUNA MRCY
EARNINGS | Aug 18, 2026, 07:14 PM UTC
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PPLT spot platinum drops 3% to $1,717.90/oz
Hammerstone MarketTalk reports PPLT spot platinum falls 3% to $1,717.90/oz. The source supplies no catalyst beyond the direction and level change.
COMMODITIES | Aug 18, 2026, 07:13 PM UTC
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SPY and USO react as Iran envoy meets detainees in Kuwait
IRNA reports the Iranian ambassador in Kuwait met four Iranians held in the country for the last three months, an item circulating alongside SPY and USO listings.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 18, 2026, 07:13 PM UTC
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Cboe VIX 15.65
Cboe VIX 15.65
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:11 PM UTC
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US dollar index DXY at 99.65
The US dollar index (DXY) trades at 99.65, according to TradeXchange Newsdesk.
FX | Aug 18, 2026, 07:11 PM UTC
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SOME COMMODITIES moves
SOME COMMODITIES moves
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:11 PM UTC
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US TREASURY YIELDS
US TREASURY YIELDS
RATES | Aug 18, 2026, 07:10 PM UTC
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Baidu shares extend post-earnings losses, down to $90.55
Baidu (BIDU) extends its post-earnings losses all afternoon, with shares down 13% to a lowest level of $90.55 since last September.
EARNINGS | Aug 18, 2026, 07:09 PM UTC
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Nebius falls as inflation fears and higher yields hit growth stocks
Nebius Group NV (NASDAQ: NBIS) shares trade lower as investors rotate away from AI cloud names amid inflation worries, rising bond yields and broader energy-market तनाव cited in the feed.
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:09 PM UTC
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CISS, NRDY, and GLMD announce reverse stock splits Aug 19
CISS is scheduled for a 1-for-40 reverse split, NRDY for a 1-for-15 reverse split, and GLMD for a 1-for-8 reverse split on Wednesday Aug 19.
REGULATION | Aug 18, 2026, 07:09 PM UTC
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Singularity Future Technology prices $1.8 million registered direct offering
Singularity Future Technology Ltd. announces pricing of a $1.8 million registered direct offering.
MNA | Aug 18, 2026, 07:09 PM UTC
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DFH - Reverie Resort Lifestyle by Dream Finders Homes Evolves to Meet Changing Buyer Preferences
DFH - Reverie Resort Lifestyle by Dream Finders Homes Evolves to Meet Changing Buyer Preferences
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:07 PM UTC
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AWK - American Water Charitable Foundation and California American Water Award $20,000 Workforce Development Grant to Resources for Independ
AWK - American Water Charitable Foundation and California American Water Award $20,000 Workforce Development Grant to Resources for Independent Living
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:04 PM UTC
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Meta and Oklo vie for SMR nuclear reactor milestone
A Hammerstone MarketTalk item highlights Oklo and rival developers seeking progress on small modular reactor (SMR) work at Idaho National Lab, with Meta referenced in the context of the AI and nuclear race.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 18, 2026, 07:03 PM UTC
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US Energy Under Secretary says half of Venezuela oil goes to US
US Energy Under Secretary Haustveit says about half of Venezuela’s oil output is now being exported to the US.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 18, 2026, 07:02 PM UTC
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U.S. oil producers to sign PDVSA deal in Houston Tuesday
U.S. oil producers are expected to sign with PDVSA on Tuesday, according to Politico citing three people familiar with a Houston signing ceremony.
ENERGY | Aug 18, 2026, 07:01 PM UTC
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Duolingo (DUOL) rallies, up 8.9% at session highs
Duolingo (DUOL) trades strong, up 8.9% and last at the highs, according to Hammerstone MarketTalk; the source does not provide a catalyst or magnitude beyond the move.
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 06:58 PM UTC
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TeraWulf falls as inflation fears and bond yields pressure growth stocks
TeraWulf Inc. (NASDAQ: WULF) shares are lower as AI cloud services stocks decline broadly, with rising inflation fears and higher bond yields weighing on high-growth companies.
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 06:49 PM UTC
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Brent crude futures settle at $91.02/bbl, up 15 cents
Brent crude futures settle at $91.02/bbl, up 15 cents or 0.17%.
ENERGY | Aug 18, 2026, 06:48 PM UTC
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Brent crude futures settle at $91.02/bbl, up 0.17%
Brent crude futures settle at $91.02/bbl, up 15 cents, or 0.17%, according to Pro.
ENERGY | Aug 18, 2026, 06:47 PM UTC
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BTC: SEC proposes new crypto investment contract rules
The U.S. SEC proposes rules to create a “clear and fit-for-purpose” framework for certain investment contracts involving crypto assets, including two tailored exemptions from the Securities Act of 1933 registration requi
REGULATION | Aug 18, 2026, 06:47 PM UTC
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AbCellera director Montalbano files Form 4P showing 10,000 shares bought
AbCellera Biologics Inc. director John S. P. Montalbano files a Form 4P reporting a 10,000-share transaction at $11.03 for $110,300.
REGULATION | Aug 18, 2026, 06:46 PM UTC
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U.S. SEC proposes exemptions for BTC offerings
The U.S. SEC says one exemption would permit offerings of up to $5M during a four-year period, and a second would permit up to $75M during each 12-month period.
REGULATION | Aug 18, 2026, 06:45 PM UTC
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SEC moves to reduce barriers to crypto capital formation
The SEC says it is taking measures aimed at addressing barriers to responsible capital formation and innovation within domestic crypto asset markets.
REGULATION | Aug 18, 2026, 06:45 PM UTC
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OpenAI’s Brockman says frontier training scaling is temporarily slowed
OpenAI’s Brockman posts that the company has temporarily slowed scaling of frontier training, according to a post shared on X.
CRYPTO | Aug 18, 2026, 06:44 PM UTC
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SEC proposes rules for investment contracts tied to crypto assets
The SEC proposes new rules to establish a “clear and fit-for-purpose” framework for certain investment contracts involving crypto assets, per a statement.
REGULATION | Aug 18, 2026, 06:43 PM UTC
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US downplays hopes for Canada trade deal as Trump, Carney plan talk
The US signals it will downplay hopes for a trade deal with Canada, while Trump and Carney are expected to speak again Tuesday, according to people familiar.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 18, 2026, 06:40 PM UTC
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OpenAI’s Brockman says Frontier training scaling temporarily slowed
OpenAI’s Brockman posts on X that scaling of Frontier training is temporarily slowed, without providing any figures, magnitude, or stated catalyst.
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 06:40 PM UTC
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WBD, Paramount face California challenge over deal talks
Warner Bros Discovery and Paramount are being encouraged by California State AG to discuss avenues for resolving the pending challenge to their deal.
MNA | Aug 18, 2026, 06:40 PM UTC
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OpenAI's Brockman: Temporarily slowed scaling of frontier training - Post on X
OpenAI's Brockman: Temporarily slowed scaling of frontier training - Post on X
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 06:39 PM UTC
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CCS starts sales of new homes from mid-$300s in Rimrock, AZ
Century Complete (CCS) says it is now selling new homes from the mid $300s at Beaver Creek Preserve in Rimrock, AZ.
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 06:38 PM UTC
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U.S. crude oil futures settle at $84.94/bbl, up 44 cents
U.S. crude oil futures settle at $84.94/bbl, up 44 cents, or 0.52% in the session.
ENERGY | Aug 18, 2026, 06:32 PM UTC
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NeonC Technologies CEO Amir F P Heshmatpour files Form 4P
NeonC Technologies Holdings, Inc. reports a Form 4P filing for CEO, President Amir F P Heshmatpour indicating 9,000 shares at $5.54 for $49,860.
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 06:32 PM UTC
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NYMEX Diesel Sept futures settle at $4.4501/gal
NYMEX Diesel September futures settle at $4.4501 per gallon.
COMMODITIES | Aug 18, 2026, 06:31 PM UTC
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USO crude oil futures settle higher at $84.94/bbl
USO U.S. crude oil futures settle at $84.94/bbl, up 44 cents, or 0.52%, according to Hammerstone MarketTalk.
COMMODITIES | Aug 18, 2026, 06:31 PM UTC
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NYMEX gasoline Sept. futures settle at $3.3017 a gallon
NYMEX gasoline Sept. futures settle at $3.3017 a gallon.
ENERGY | Aug 18, 2026, 06:31 PM UTC
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NYMEX Nat Gas Sept. futures settle at $2.7760/MMBTU
NYMEX September natural gas futures settle at $2.7760/MMBTU, per Pro.
COMMODITIES | Aug 18, 2026, 06:31 PM UTC
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WTI Sept futures settle at $84.94, up 44 cents (0.52%)
NYMEX WTI Crude Sept. futures settle at $84.94 a barrel, up 44 cents, or 0.52%.
COMMODITIES | Aug 18, 2026, 06:31 PM UTC
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RTX LMT LHX HONA $(MOG) CW MRCY DCO among Defense stocks to consider as Missile Production rockets higher - Barron's Link To Story from BARR
RTX LMT LHX HONA $(MOG) CW MRCY DCO among Defense stocks to consider as Missile Production rockets higher - Barron's Link To Story from BARRONS.com
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 18, 2026, 06:29 PM UTC
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Xylem shares fall after executive transition; Q3 and FY26 sales guidance affirmed
Xylem’s shares trade lower after the company announces an executive transition and affirms its Q3 and FY26 sales guidance, which is below analyst estimates.
EARNINGS | Aug 18, 2026, 06:28 PM UTC
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Coffee rises 4.31% as sugar and rubber also gain
Agricultural commodities show gains in coffee (+4.31%), sugar (+3.62%) and rubber (+1.77%), while canola (-2.56%), cocoa (-2.39%) and wheat (-1.72%) decline.
COMMODITIES | Aug 18, 2026, 06:25 PM UTC
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Home Depot reports better-than-expected Q2 results and FY27 outlook
Home Depot reported Q2 EPS of $4.92 versus $4.73 consensus, revenue of $47.86B versus $47.24B, and issued FY27 earnings and revenue guidance above estimates.
EARNINGS | Aug 18, 2026, 06:24 PM UTC
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Platinum leads commodity losses as metals fall
Platinum falls 3.46%, with silver down 2.91%, copper down 2.07% and gold down 1.29%, while iron ore CNY rises 1.06% and steel rebar gains 0.70%.
COMMODITIES | Aug 18, 2026, 06:20 PM UTC
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Natural Gas EU jumps 3.81%; WTI up 0.37%
Commodity gainers include Natural Gas EU (+3.81%), Natural Gas UK (+3.40%), Germany Natural Gas THE (+3.19%) and Crude Oil WTI (+0.37%), while Ethanol falls (-0.74%) and Brent is little changed.
COMMODITIES | Aug 18, 2026, 06:15 PM UTC
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Verizon Total Wireless expands Western Union partnership nationwide through 2026
Total Wireless, a Verizon offering, expands its Western Union partnership nationwide through the end of 2026, according to TradeXchange Newsdesk.
REGULATION | Aug 18, 2026, 06:13 PM UTC
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OpenAI pauses reinforcement learning training; Frontier RL run on hold
OpenAI says it temporarily slows model scaling, including a two-week pause in reinforcement learning training on latest deploy-intended models, while its largest planned Frontier RL run remains on hold pending safety val
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 18, 2026, 06:11 PM UTC
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SPY slips 0.7% to 7,715, day low 7,713.25
SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) is down 0.7% at 7,715, with the day low at 7,713.25.
FX | Aug 18, 2026, 06:10 PM UTC
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OpenAI pauses frontier model inference in research clusters after Hugging Face incident
OpenAI says it immediately paused frontier model inference in its research clusters for runs that could execute code, following a Hugging Face incident.
REGULATION | Aug 18, 2026, 06:10 PM UTC
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Oil tops $85 as Hormuz disruption lifts energy ETFs
U.S. crude rises above $85 a barrel as Strait of Hormuz disruption keeps oil logistics under strain, with USO, XOP and OIH each in the green year to date.
ENERGY | Aug 18, 2026, 06:10 PM UTC
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MSFT OpenAI pauses Frontier inference in research clusters
OpenAI, backed by Microsoft, paused Frontier model inference in research clusters for runs that could execute code immediately after a Hugging Face incident, per a website report.
REGULATION | Aug 18, 2026, 06:09 PM UTC
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FOA - Finance of America Earns 2026 Great Place To Work CertificationTM
FOA - Finance of America Earns 2026 Great Place To Work CertificationTM
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 06:08 PM UTC
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WU slips on TikTok money-sending feature headlines
WU moves lower following headlines about a TikTok money-sending feature, per Hammerstone MarketTalk, with no specific catalyst, magnitude, or timing provided in the feed.
FX | Aug 18, 2026, 06:07 PM UTC
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XYZ PYPL watch names after headline TikTok is exploring feature to send money over direct messages
XYZ PYPL watch names after headline TikTok is exploring feature to send money over direct messages
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 06:05 PM UTC
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OPENAI IS TO REWRITE ITS SAFETY RULES POST-HUGGING FACE - AXIOS
OPENAI IS TO REWRITE ITS SAFETY RULES POST-HUGGING FACE - AXIOS
EQUITY | Aug 18, 2026, 06:05 PM UTC
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Russia strike damages Ukraine thermal plant; DTEK says it shut
DTEK says a Russia strike caused significant damage to a thermal power plant in central Ukraine, and the plant has ceased operation.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 18, 2026, 06:04 PM UTC
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GFF Griffon Corporation closes senior notes offering and amended credit facility
Griffon Corporation (GFF) announces the closing of a senior notes offering and the closing of an amended credit facility.
REGULATION | Aug 18, 2026, 06:03 PM UTC
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Jefferson Capital prices $100M senior notes due 2030
JCAP—Jefferson Capital announces pricing of $100 million of senior notes due 2030.
MNA | Aug 18, 2026, 06:02 PM UTC
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Tomorrow AM implied EPS movers include ADI, EL, KC, YMM
Hammerstone MarketTalk flags implied EPS movers for tomorrow morning including ADI +/-6.5%, EL +/-7.4%, KC +/-13.9% and YMM +/-13.01%.
EARNINGS | Aug 18, 2026, 06:01 PM UTC
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Earnings implied moves flagged for JKHY, LU, LZB, MRCY
Hammerstone MarketTalk lists implied EPS moves for tonight, including JKHY +/-4.6%, LU +/-13.61%, LZB +/-10.4%, MRCY +/-12.8%, ZTO +/-4.2%, TOL +/-4.53%, and SQM +/-4.47%.
EARNINGS | Aug 18, 2026, 06:00 PM UTC
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Columbia Bank expands Utah footprint with Draper office and retail branch
Columbia Bank (COLB) continues its Utah expansion by adding a new Draper commercial office and retail branch, according to TradeXchange Newsdesk.
MNA | Aug 18, 2026, 06:00 PM UTC