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US Treasury Secretary Bessent says Iran will face coordinated economic isolation
US Treasury Secretary Bessent states the US will implement a coordinated economic isolation of Iran, without supplying further details or magnitude.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 03:11 PM UTC
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent warns of actions for Iran dealings
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent says the U.S. will enforce actions against countries that insist on doing business with Tehran.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 03:11 PM UTC
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Treasury Secretary Bessent says ships can transit Southern lane
US Treasury Secretary Bessent says the US can continue getting ships out via the Southern lane amid the Strait of Hormuz.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 03:11 PM UTC
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent signals coordinated economic isolation on Iran
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent says the U.S. will coordinate economic isolation of Iran, with no additional policy details supplied in the alert.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 03:11 PM UTC
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BESSENT ON IRAN: MAXIMUM ECONOMIC PRESSURE MEANS LIKELY NOT A KINETIC RESTART
BESSENT ON IRAN: MAXIMUM ECONOMIC PRESSURE MEANS LIKELY NOT A KINETIC RESTART
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 03:10 PM UTC
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent says Iran “maximum economic pressure” likely not kinetic restart
US Treasury Secretary Bessent says that “maximum economic pressure” toward Iran likely means it is not headed for a kinetic restart.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 03:10 PM UTC
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Bessent says oil markets misread economic pressure on Iran
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent says oil markets are misinterpreting what economic pressure on Iran means.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 03:10 PM UTC
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent signals Iran policy: economic pressure, not restart
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent says “maximum economic pressure” against Iran likely means it is not a kinetic restart.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 03:10 PM UTC
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent to hold Monday Iran press conference
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent is scheduled to hold a press conference on Monday to discuss actions related to Iran, according to the report.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 03:10 PM UTC
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BESSENT ON IRAN: PRESS CONFERENCE ON MONDAY TO DISCUSS ACTIONS -CNBC
BESSENT ON IRAN: PRESS CONFERENCE ON MONDAY TO DISCUSS ACTIONS -CNBC
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 03:10 PM UTC
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent says inflation should fall
US Treasury Secretary Bessent tells CNBC that inflation “markers” indicate it will be lower in the future, without providing any figures or additional policy details.
MACRO | Aug 20, 2026, 03:10 PM UTC
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Treasury Secretary Bessent: Markets Ran Ahead; Fed/Treasury Coordinate
Treasury Secretary Bessent tells CNBC markets “got a little ahead of themselves,” adding Treasury and the Fed would work together on any balance sheet change and that rates have nothing to do with the buyback decision.
MACRO | Aug 20, 2026, 03:09 PM UTC
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CRWD - CrowdStrike’s Fal.Con 2026 Unites Cybersecurity’s Ecosystem to Secure the AI Revolution
CRWD - CrowdStrike’s Fal.Con 2026 Unites Cybersecurity’s Ecosystem to Secure the AI Revolution
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 03:08 PM UTC
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Treasury Secretary Bessent tells CNBC yields don’t reflect fundamentals
Treasury Secretary Bessent tells CNBC that yields do not represent underlying fundamentals and says buyback operations could be more than $4B per issue, with no further figures provided.
MACRO | Aug 20, 2026, 03:08 PM UTC
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Bessent says peak U.S. deficit may already be behind
Treasury Secretary Bessent said on CNBC there is a very good chance the peak deficit has been seen, expects 2026 tariff income to be similar to 2025, and said there is nothing magic about the $40 trillion debt number.
MACRO | Aug 20, 2026, 03:08 PM UTC
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Treasury Secretary Bessent says Fed coordination would apply to balance sheet
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent says Treasury and the Fed would work together if there is any change in balance sheet, and that the firm would adjust, adding that rates have nothing to do with the buyback decision.
MACRO | Aug 20, 2026, 03:07 PM UTC
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BESSENT: MARKETS GOT A LITTLE AHEAD OF ITSELF
BESSENT: MARKETS GOT A LITTLE AHEAD OF ITSELF
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 03:07 PM UTC
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent says markets moved ahead
US Treasury Secretary Bessent says markets “got a little ahead of themselves,” without supplying specific figures, policy actions, or a catalyst in the alert.
MACRO | Aug 20, 2026, 03:07 PM UTC
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent: markets got a little ahead of itself
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent: markets got a little ahead of itself
RATES | Aug 20, 2026, 03:07 PM UTC
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Treasury Secretary Bessent says fiscal deficit likely peaked
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent says there is a very good chance the U.S. has seen a peak in the fiscal deficit.
MACRO | Aug 20, 2026, 03:06 PM UTC
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Deere, Coinbase, Nordson rise after results, guidance updates
Deere, Coinbase Global and Nordson trade higher after Deere and Nordson reported better-than-expected results and raised guidance, while Coinbase rose with Bitcoin-linked stocks.
EARNINGS | Aug 20, 2026, 03:06 PM UTC
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent flags upcoming fiscal announcement
US Treasury Secretary Bessent says there will be a fiscal announcement, likely at the end of the week or the start of next week.
MACRO | Aug 20, 2026, 03:06 PM UTC
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BESSENT: FISCAL ANNOUNCEMENT PROBABLY END OF WEEK, START OF NEXT
BESSENT: FISCAL ANNOUNCEMENT PROBABLY END OF WEEK, START OF NEXT
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 03:06 PM UTC
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Treasury Secretary Bessent says peak deficit likely behind
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent says there is a very good chance the U.S. has already seen its peak deficit, according to CNBC.
MACRO | Aug 20, 2026, 03:05 PM UTC
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Bessent says 2026 tariff income likely similar to 2025
US Treasury Secretary Bessent tells CNBC he expects tariff 2026 income to be similar to 2025, with no magnitude or catalyst provided in the report.
MACRO | Aug 20, 2026, 03:05 PM UTC
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Bessent says tariff refunds temporarily worsen the deficit
TradeXchange Newsdesk reports that Bessent says the deficit is temporarily worse due to tariff refunds.
MACRO | Aug 20, 2026, 03:05 PM UTC
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent: We can grow our way out of the debt burden.
US Treasury Secretary Bessent: We can grow our way out of the debt burden.
RATES | Aug 20, 2026, 03:05 PM UTC
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Bessent expects 2026 tariff income to match 2025
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent tells CNBC he expects tariff 2026 income to be similar to 2025, offering no further breakdown of timing, scope, or amounts.
MACRO | Aug 20, 2026, 03:05 PM UTC
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BESSENT: WE CAN 'GROW OUR WAY' OUT OF DEBT BURDEN
BESSENT: WE CAN 'GROW OUR WAY' OUT OF DEBT BURDEN
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 03:05 PM UTC
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New Zealand Annual Trade Bal.
New Zealand Annual Trade Bal.
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 03:05 PM UTC
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent signals stronger fiscal-consolidation focus
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent says he will unveil an increased fiscal-consolidation focus with the Budget Director, with no further details or timing provided.
MACRO | Aug 20, 2026, 03:04 PM UTC
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Treasury Secretary Bessent downplays “magic” in $40 trillion debt figure
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent says there is “nothing Magic about” the $40 trillion debt number, without supplying any additional figures or catalyst.
MACRO | Aug 20, 2026, 03:04 PM UTC
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Seeing a downtick in Yields off Bessent comments
Seeing a downtick in Yields off Bessent comments
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 03:04 PM UTC
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SN -- A household appliance maker made it into Josh Brown's Best Stocks list this month. It is soaring in 2026 -- CNBC
SN -- A household appliance maker made it into Josh Brown's Best Stocks list this month. It is soaring in 2026 -- CNBC
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 03:04 PM UTC
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Bessent says Treasury may increase focus on fiscal consolidation
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent says the bond buyback announcement will probably include an increased focus on fiscal consolidation.
RATES | Aug 20, 2026, 03:04 PM UTC
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Bessent says liquidity is especially poor at 30-year Treasury point
US Treasury Secretary Bessent says liquidity in the 30-year point is especially poor.
RATES | Aug 20, 2026, 03:03 PM UTC
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent on bond buyback: probably going to announce increased focus on fiscal consolidation
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent on bond buyback: probably going to announce increased focus on fiscal consolidation
RATES | Aug 20, 2026, 03:03 PM UTC
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Treasury Secretary Bessent says he has a large toolkit
US Treasury Secretary Bessent says he has a big toolkit for the Treasuries market, without providing additional details, measures, or timing.
MACRO | Aug 20, 2026, 03:03 PM UTC
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent on Bonds: Part of it is signaling. We want to show that yields do not reflect underlying fundamentals.
US Treasury Secretary Bessent on Bonds: Part of it is signaling. We want to show that yields do not reflect underlying fundamentals.
RATES | Aug 20, 2026, 03:03 PM UTC
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Bessent says Treasury bond buyback could exceed $4 billion
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent says the bond buyback could be more than $4 billion, according to CNBC.
RATES | Aug 20, 2026, 03:03 PM UTC
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SPY: Bessent says Treasury bond buyback could exceed $4B
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent says a Treasury bond buyback could be more than $4B and says part of it is signaling.
CENTRAL_BANK | Aug 20, 2026, 03:03 PM UTC
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Bessent says buybacks may exceed announced $4 billion
Bessent says buybacks are in a thinly traded area of the market and could be bigger than the $4 billion announced.
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 03:02 PM UTC
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US Treasury flags possible unscheduled 5-year note reopening
The US Treasury says 2-year note auction results could trigger an unscheduled reopening of 5-year notes if the high yield falls between 4.375% and 4.499%.
RATES | Aug 20, 2026, 03:02 PM UTC
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US Treasury Announces Note Auctions
US Treasury Announces Note Auctions
RATES | Aug 20, 2026, 03:02 PM UTC
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MNDY small volume off mention in an Anthropic blog post (SM Circulations)
MNDY small volume off mention in an Anthropic blog post (SM Circulations)
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 03:02 PM UTC
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China and Switzerland agree on expanded free-trade deal
China and Switzerland agree on an expanded free-trade deal that removes tariffs, according to the raw report.
REGULATION | Aug 20, 2026, 03:01 PM UTC
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MNDY some vol
MNDY some vol
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:59 PM UTC
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AWK - Kentucky American Water's Regional Water Treatment Plant in Owen County Earns Recognition for Excellence
AWK - Kentucky American Water's Regional Water Treatment Plant in Owen County Earns Recognition for Excellence
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:59 PM UTC
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Rocket Lab (RKLB) successfully launches Electron to deploy iQPS satellite
Rocket Lab (Nasdaq: RKLB) says it successfully launched an Electron rocket to deploy an Earth-imaging satellite for the Institute for Q-shu Pioneers of Space, Inc. (iQPS).
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 02:58 PM UTC
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Iran Foreign Ministry vows response to US sanctions
Iran's Foreign Ministry says, in response to US sanctions, that it will use all available tools and capacities to defend Iranian dignity and national interests, according to IRIB.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 02:56 PM UTC
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WH Bessent should be coming up soon on CNBC
WH Bessent should be coming up soon on CNBC
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 02:56 PM UTC
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Iran Foreign Ministry says it will respond to US sanctions
Iran’s Foreign Ministry, as reported by IRIB, says it will use all available tools and capacities to defend Iranian people’s dignity and protect national interests in response to US sanctions.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 02:55 PM UTC
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TREO Tactical Resources starts Nasdaq trading under ticker TREO
TREO Tactical Resources, a U.S.-focused rare earth elements development company, begins trading on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol "TREO".
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:55 PM UTC
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Rocket Lab launches 93rd Electron mission successfully
Rocket Lab successfully launches its 93rd Electron mission, per the report, marking a mission success outcome for the company’s Electron launch services.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 02:54 PM UTC
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TikTok pressed by senators over experiment that withheld safety measures - Axios
TikTok pressed by senators over experiment that withheld safety measures - Axios
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:53 PM UTC
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Banks Financials -- XLF BKX highs of day
Banks Financials -- XLF BKX highs of day
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:53 PM UTC
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Cocoa futures hold near 1-month high on crop outlook concerns
Cocoa futures trade above $5,900 per tonne, near the highest since early July, as a subdued US dollar and concerns over the upcoming West African crop support prices.
COMMODITIES | Aug 20, 2026, 02:53 PM UTC
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IWM lags SPY and QQQ as market breadth turns negative
IWM trails SPY and QQQ, with market breadth favoring decliners 15:8 overall, 10:9 for SPY and 11:9 for QQQ.
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:52 PM UTC
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Strive adds 79 Bitcoin, lifts total holdings to 20,246 BTC
Strive Enterprises said in a Monday Form 8-K filing that it bought 79 BTC between Aug. 10 and Aug. 14 at an average price of $63,231, bringing total holdings to 20,246 BTC.
MNA | Aug 20, 2026, 02:52 PM UTC
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Russia says it hit two cargo vessels in Ukraine’s Chornomorsk
Russia says it hit two cargo vessels in Ukraine’s Chornomorsk, according to TradeXchange Newsdesk.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 02:51 PM UTC
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Cotton futures rise above $0.88 to 2-year high
Cotton futures trade above 88 cents per pound, the highest level in over two years, as USDA crop conditions fall to 38% good-to-excellent and weather stress tightens supply risk.
EARNINGS | Aug 20, 2026, 02:50 PM UTC
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Yalla Q2 game revenue rises 11.6% as new titles gain traction
Yalla Group reported second-quarter game services revenue rose 11.6% year-on-year to $34.2 million, helping lift games to 41.4% of total revenue as average monthly active users increased 12.3% to 47.6 million.
EARNINGS | Aug 20, 2026, 02:50 PM UTC
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US National Debt Hits Record $40 Trillion: Here's Every Citizen's Share
The U.S. national debt has topped $40 trillion, five months after it first crossed $39 trillion. Here’s what that works out to per person, and how quickly the last trillion piled up. US Debt at $40 Trillion In recent yea
MACRO | Aug 20, 2026, 02:50 PM UTC
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S&P 500 falls
The S&P 500 is down, with no magnitude or catalyst supplied in the raw alert.
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:50 PM UTC
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S&P 500 UP
S&P 500 UP
RATES | Aug 20, 2026, 02:50 PM UTC
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MMA completes $4 million private placement at $1.00 a share
MMA says it completed a $4.0 million private placement at $1.00 per share for 4.0 million common shares, with no warrants, options or convertible securities.
MNA | Aug 20, 2026, 02:46 PM UTC
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South Korean President Lee meets SK Group chair
Yonhap reports that South Korean President Lee met the SK Group chair on Thursday.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 02:45 PM UTC
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Trump to have a pre-taped interview to be partially released tonight at 6pm on CNBC
Trump to have a pre-taped interview to be partially released tonight at 6pm on CNBC
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 02:45 PM UTC
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Trump backs compliant U.S. path for Hyperliquid exchange
President Donald Trump said Mike is working to bring Hyperliquid into the United States in a fully compliant and legal fashion, lifting Hyperliquid Strategies shares and HYPE tokens.
REGULATION | Aug 20, 2026, 02:44 PM UTC
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Earnings for Thursday Aug 20 After Market: FLO, FLUX, ICG, OSIS, ROST, TLX
Earnings for Thursday Aug 20 After Market: FLO, FLUX, ICG, OSIS, ROST, TLX
EARNINGS | Aug 20, 2026, 02:44 PM UTC
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It appears someone really, really doesn't want people to see the mentions in our $SRAD report of 1xBet. 1/x -- MUDDY WATERS
It appears someone really, really doesn't want people to see the mentions in our $SRAD report of 1xBet. 1/x -- MUDDY WATERS
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:44 PM UTC
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Schiff Calls Bitcoin Surge a Fakeout, Backs Gold Over BTC
Peter Schiff says Bitcoin’s move above $72,000 is a fakeout and a mechanical short squeeze, while calling gold the real trade after the Treasury buyback announcement.
CRYPTO | Aug 20, 2026, 02:43 PM UTC
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ECONOMIC CALENDAR/ FED SPEAK SCHEDULE for Friday Aug 21
ECONOMIC CALENDAR/ FED SPEAK SCHEDULE for Friday Aug 21
CENTRAL_BANK | Aug 20, 2026, 02:43 PM UTC
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ACRES Commercial Realty struggles to sell REO property amid labor dispute
ACRES Commercial Realty (ACR) is unable to sell an REO property as a result of a labor dispute with UNITE HERE Local 274 in Philadelphia hospitality.
REGULATION | Aug 20, 2026, 02:43 PM UTC
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SOME COMMODITIES moves
SOME COMMODITIES moves
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:43 PM UTC
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US TREASURY YIELDS
US TREASURY YIELDS
RATES | Aug 20, 2026, 02:42 PM UTC
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Longer-dated U.S. Treasury yields retrace post-buyback-policy rally
Yields on longer-dated U.S. Treasurys have retraced some or all of the decline following a rally fueled by announced changes to Treasury buyback policies Wednesday.
RATES | Aug 20, 2026, 02:42 PM UTC
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US State Department approves possible $4.5 bln military sale to Qatar
The US State Department approves a possible $4.5 billion military sale to Qatar, according to TradeXchange Newsdesk.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 02:40 PM UTC
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LINC - Lincoln Tech Celebrates 500th Graduate of Johnson Controls Academy
LINC - Lincoln Tech Celebrates 500th Graduate of Johnson Controls Academy
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:38 PM UTC
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Miners seeing highs off strength in Gold and Silver
Miners seeing highs off strength in Gold and Silver
COMMODITIES | Aug 20, 2026, 02:37 PM UTC
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Gold and Silver highs
Gold and Silver highs
COMMODITIES | Aug 20, 2026, 02:35 PM UTC
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Starbucks lays off about 220 in headquarters restructuring
Starbucks is laying off about 220 employees as part of a headquarters restructuring, according to the raw alert; no catalyst or further details were supplied.
REGULATION | Aug 20, 2026, 02:34 PM UTC
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GOF - Problems at Guggenheim Strategic Opportunities Fund (GOF) One former executive’s take on the assets inside GOF: “It was a dumping grou
GOF - Problems at Guggenheim Strategic Opportunities Fund (GOF) One former executive’s take on the assets inside GOF: “It was a dumping ground.” Link To Story from SUBSTACK.com
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:32 PM UTC
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Halliburton Labs adds three companies to program
Halliburton Labs, part of HAL Halliburton, announced the addition of three companies: electroflow, osmoses, and sitration.
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:31 PM UTC
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US EIA Weekly Natural Gas Storage Report
US EIA Weekly Natural Gas Storage Report
ENERGY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:30 PM UTC
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U.S. State Dept approves potential KC-46A sale to Qatar
The U.S. State Department approved a potential sale of KC-46A aerial refueling aircraft to Qatar for an estimated $4.50 billion, with RTX and Boeing named in the alert.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 02:30 PM UTC
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EIA Natural Gas Report shows 16bcf vs 15bcf expected
The EIA Natural Gas Report prints an ACTUAL level of 16bcf compared with an EXPECTING level of 15bcf.
MACRO | Aug 20, 2026, 02:30 PM UTC
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UNG tracks EIA reports 16 bcf U.S. natural gas build
UNG, the U.S. natural gas ETF, reflects an EIA-reported 16 bcf weekly increase in U.S. natural gas stocks for the week to Aug. 14, versus 19 bcf forecast.
COMMODITIES | Aug 20, 2026, 02:30 PM UTC
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EIA natural gas storage change rises 16B Bcf
EIA reports natural gas change of 16B Bcf, versus a 14B Bcf forecast and 36B Bcf previously.
ENERGY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:30 PM UTC
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EIA Natural Gas Change BCF
EIA Natural Gas Change BCF
ENERGY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:30 PM UTC
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SPY Fear and Greed Index stands at 56, signaling Greed
SPY Fear and Greed Index reads 56/100, indicating Greed.
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:28 PM UTC
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Bitcoin Crypto Fear and Greed Index at 62, Greed
The BTC Crypto Fear and Greed Index reads 62/100, indicating Greed; no catalyst or change from prior was supplied.
CRYPTO | Aug 20, 2026, 02:28 PM UTC
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Quanome Technologies establishes Global Quantum Council and Scientific Advisory Network
Quanome Technologies (QNME) establishes a Global Quantum Council and a Scientific Advisory Network, per TradeXchange Newsdesk, with no additional quantitative or financial details supplied.
REGULATION | Aug 20, 2026, 02:27 PM UTC
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US to back mineral projects with $500 million in grants
The US is going to back minerals projects with $500 million in grants and award the grants to 7 companies, according to sources.
REGULATION | Aug 20, 2026, 02:27 PM UTC
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US to back minerals projects with $500m in grants
Sources say the US will award $500m in grants for minerals projects to 7 companies, but no further details are provided.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 20, 2026, 02:26 PM UTC
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TBT TLT Bonds Twist Again, Despite a Vow of Treasury Buybacks - Barron's Link To Story from BARRONS.com
TBT TLT Bonds Twist Again, Despite a Vow of Treasury Buybacks - Barron's Link To Story from BARRONS.com
RATES | Aug 20, 2026, 02:25 PM UTC
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Commercial National Financial (CNAF) authorizes stock repurchase program
Commercial National Financial Corporation (CNAF) authorizes a stock repurchase program, according to TradeXchange Newsdesk, with no repurchase size or timing details provided.
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:25 PM UTC
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Oil small downtick
Oil small downtick
ENERGY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:24 PM UTC
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MU vol pop
MU vol pop
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:24 PM UTC
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Vivos Therapeutics opens new sleep testing and treatment facility in Nevada
Vivos Therapeutics says it has opened a new sleep testing and treatment facility in Nevada to meet growing patient demand for sleep apnea testing and treatment.
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:24 PM UTC
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Large-cap banks weaken again as valuation concerns persist
C, GS, BAC, MS and WFC trade weaker again after BTIG’s Jonathan Krinsky flagged the BKX’s 13-week rally and Raymond James CIO Larry Adam highlighted financials at about 2.3 times book value.
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:21 PM UTC
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Consumers Energy invests in reliability upgrades for Michigan grid
Consumers Energy says it is investing in reliability upgrades to secure the grid for Michigan customers.
REGULATION | Aug 20, 2026, 02:19 PM UTC
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Crypto Fear and Greed Index rises to 62, signaling greed
The Crypto Fear and Greed Index stands at 62 out of 100, which indicates Greed, with no additional catalyst supplied.
CRYPTO | Aug 20, 2026, 02:18 PM UTC
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Fear and Greed Index: 56/100 = Greed
Fear and Greed Index: 56/100 = Greed
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:17 PM UTC
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Slack Has (of Course) Launched a Vibe Coding Tool -- Gizmodo
Slack Has (of Course) Launched a Vibe Coding Tool -- Gizmodo
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:17 PM UTC
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PGEN September 8 calls offered, 6K at $0.25 expiring Sep. 18
PGEN September 8 call activity is on offer for 6,000 contracts at $0.25, with expiry on Sep. 18; no catalyst was supplied.
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:16 PM UTC
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VIX by highs
VIX by highs
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:15 PM UTC
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JD Sports lowers full-year profit outlook after sales decline
JD Sports lowers its full-year 2026/27 pre-tax profit outlook to £700M to £800M from £750M to £850M after reporting a steeper second-quarter underlying sales decline, especially in North America.
EARNINGS | Aug 20, 2026, 02:15 PM UTC
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Auto parts retailers fall in sympathy with Advance Auto Parts
Shares of auto parts retail companies including AZO and ORLY are trading lower in sympathy with Advance Auto Parts after it reported mixed Q2 results and affirmed FY26 sales guidance below estimates.
EARNINGS | Aug 20, 2026, 02:12 PM UTC
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Nokia August weekly 10.5 calls trade on offer
Nokia August weekly 10.5 calls show activity on the offer at $0.21 for 3,400-plus contracts expiring Aug. 28.
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:12 PM UTC
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AWK unit announces $140,000 infrastructure project on Ohio Street Alley
West Virginia American Water, identified with AWK, announces a $140,000 infrastructure project on Ohio Street Alley, with no further project details or catalyst provided in the feed.
MNA | Aug 20, 2026, 02:12 PM UTC
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10-year Treasury yield tops dividend yields at 118 large U.S. companies
A screen cited by Benzinga shows a 10-year U.S. Treasury yield around 4.7% exceeds dividend yields at 118 U.S. companies with market values above $100 billion, including AAPL, GOOGL and NVDA.
MACRO | Aug 20, 2026, 02:12 PM UTC
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AMRC falls 9% after CFO headlines late yesterday
AMRC is down 9% after CFO-related headlines late yesterday; no catalyst or additional details were supplied in the wire.
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:11 PM UTC
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SPCX falls 4.4% on IPO lock-up release
SPCX falls 4.4% after an IPO-related lock-up release today; the source supplies no further catalyst.
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:11 PM UTC
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CrowdStrike shares edge lower on CTO departure report
CrowdStrike Holdings shares are edging lower after media reports said Global Chief Technology Officer Elia Zaitsev is departing to co-found Cognition, while the company also said it was named the strongest overall leader
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:11 PM UTC
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Tesla Robotaxis reportedly operate unsupervised in Austin
A Verge report says Tesla robotaxis appear to be running fully unsupervised in Austin ahead of the Cybercab launch, without providing any magnitude, confirmation, or additional operational details.
EQUITY | Aug 20, 2026, 02:10 PM UTC
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GXO UK warehouse workers win three-year pay deal
GXO UK warehouse workers for Sainsbury’s secure a three-year pay deal that includes a 6.25% pay rise and improved overtime rates.
REGULATION | Aug 20, 2026, 02:09 PM UTC