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Pakistan army chief Munir holds comprehensive Iran talks on de-escalation
Pakistan military statement says Army Chief Munir held comprehensive talks with Iran focused on steps to avoid further escalation.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 03:03 AM UTC
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Asia markets edge higher: S&P 500 +0.01%, Nasdaq +0.07%
Asian trade shows US index futures mixed, with S&P 500 up 0.01% and Nasdaq 100 up 0.07%, while WTI rises to 85.58 (+0.67%) and USD/JPY gains 0.18%.
MACRO | Aug 25, 2026, 03:00 AM UTC
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Japan Trade Minister Akazawa weighs abolishing or merging Cool Japan Fund
Japan Trade Minister Akazawa says he is considering abolishing or merging the Cool Japan Fund, with no further details provided in the report.
MACRO | Aug 25, 2026, 02:59 AM UTC
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SK Hynix: Needham Raises Target Price To $220 From $200
SK Hynix: Needham Raises Target Price To $220 From $200
EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 02:58 AM UTC
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Australian dollar holds above $0.71 after RBA August minutes
The Australian dollar stays above $0.71 near an eleven-week high as markets digest RBA August meeting minutes showing cash-rate guidance remains restrictive but inflation persistence risks flagged.
FX | Aug 25, 2026, 02:55 AM UTC
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Strait of Hormuz commodity vessel transits drop to 3-month low
Commodity vessel transits through the Strait of Hormuz fall to a more than three-month low, according to data cited by RTRS.
ENERGY | Aug 25, 2026, 02:49 AM UTC
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Commodity ship passage through Strait of Hormuz hits lowest in 3+ months
Data shows commodity ship passage through the Strait of Hormuz drops to the lowest level in over three months.
ENERGY | Aug 25, 2026, 02:47 AM UTC
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Japan Trade Minister Akazawa rules out oil stockpile release
Japan's Trade Minister Akazawa says the government oil stockpile will not be released in Sept or Oct.
ENERGY | Aug 25, 2026, 02:46 AM UTC
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Nichias to build plant in Taiwan for TSMC supply chain
Nikkei reports Nichias will build a plant in Taiwan, supporting the TSMC supplier supply chain, according to LiveSquawk.
MNA | Aug 25, 2026, 02:45 AM UTC
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Japan’s Katayama hopes for early Strait of Hormuz reopening
Japan’s Katayama says he hopes for an early reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and says Japan will respond appropriately to US-Iran peace talks based on global impact.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 02:33 AM UTC
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Japan Finance Minister Katayama urges US-Iran final agreement soon
Japan’s Finance Minister Katayama says it is important for the US and Iran to reach a final agreement soon, with no further details provided.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 02:30 AM UTC
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Asian session nudges: S&P 500 -0.01%, Nasdaq +0.04%
Asian session trading shows S&P 500 futures down 0.01% and Nasdaq 100 futures up 0.04%, while USD/JPY rises 0.11% and WTI climbs to 85.7 (+0.81%).
MACRO | Aug 25, 2026, 02:30 AM UTC
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Japan FinMin Katayama says stance unchanged amid Iran-US talks
Japan’s Finance Minister Shunichi Katayama says Japan’s stance is unchanged, while he hopes for an early opening of the Strait of Hormuz and will respond appropriately to Iran-US peace talks, considering global impact.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 02:30 AM UTC
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New Zealand dollar holds losses near $0.595 amid risk
The NZ dollar hovers around $0.595 after a 0.4% drop, pressured by US-Iran secondary sanctions headlines and weak domestic retail sales data.
EARNINGS | Aug 25, 2026, 02:28 AM UTC
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Bitcoin nears $80,000 as crypto rally extends
Bitcoin trades near $79,862.51, up 3.37% in 24 hours, while Ethereum, XRP and Solana also rise and Dogecoin slips 0.57%.
CRYPTO | Aug 25, 2026, 02:28 AM UTC
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Japanese yen dips past 159 per dollar as dollar firms
The Japanese yen weakens past 159 per dollar on Tuesday as the dollar gains on safe-haven demand, though US debt-crisis concerns cap upside while markets price a BOJ rate hike next month.
FX | Aug 25, 2026, 02:25 AM UTC
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Japan Finance Minister Katayama expects retail-focused bond tax reform requests
Japan’s Finance Minister Katayama says he expects to receive tax reform requests for government bonds aimed at retail investors.
REGULATION | Aug 25, 2026, 02:25 AM UTC
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Japan finmin katayama: received diverse feedback on plan for JGBs aimed at retail investors
Japan finmin katayama: received diverse feedback on plan for JGBs aimed at retail investors
EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 02:23 AM UTC
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Australia Central Bank Debated Rate Hike In August, With Board Divided
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CENTRAL_BANK | Aug 25, 2026, 02:23 AM UTC
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Japan’s Finance Minister Katayama outlines FY2027 budget focus
Japan’s Finance Minister Katayama says the FY2027 budget will focus on key policies aimed at driving economic growth, according to LiveSquawk.
MACRO | Aug 25, 2026, 02:22 AM UTC
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Japan finance minister Katayama declines comment on FY2027 budget requests
Japan finance minister Katayama says he is unable to comment on fiscal 2027 budget requests, offering no additional details in the statement.
MACRO | Aug 25, 2026, 02:21 AM UTC
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Bitcoin tops $80,000 for first time since mid-May
Bitcoin rises above $80,000 for the first time since mid-May, according to LiveSquawk, with no catalyst or magnitude beyond the price level cited.
CRYPTO | Aug 25, 2026, 02:20 AM UTC
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TAIEX slides to over 2-week low as tech stocks weigh
Taiwan’s TAIEX fell 479 points, or 1.0%, to 44,325 in morning trade, extending losses as electronic technology and technology services drop, with Nanya Technology down 5.1%.
MACRO | Aug 25, 2026, 02:09 AM UTC
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Hang Seng slips 0.2% amid tech pressure, IPO support
The Hang Seng Index edges down 0.2% (39 points) to around 25,475, with losses led by select tech names even as Hong Kong’s IPO market helps cushion risk sentiment.
MACRO | Aug 25, 2026, 02:04 AM UTC
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Asia markets rise: S&P 500 futures up 0.07%
Asian trade lifts U.S. index futures, with S&P 500 futures up 0.07% and Nasdaq futures up 0.14%, while USD/JPY gains 0.13% and WTI rises to 85.39.
MACRO | Aug 25, 2026, 02:00 AM UTC
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Apple prepares to unveil new Mac Mini in coming days
Apple prepares to unveil new Mac Mini in coming days
EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 02:00 AM UTC
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Apple Gears Up To Launch Its First New Mac Mini In Two Years
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EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 01:57 AM UTC
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Shanghai Composite slips to near 1-month low; tech sells off
The Shanghai Composite falls 0.5% to 3,863 and the Shenzhen Component drops 1.2% to 13,622 as both benchmarks sink to nearly one-month lows amid broad technology-stock selling.
EARNINGS | Aug 25, 2026, 01:55 AM UTC
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KOSPI extends decline on global tech selloff
South Korea’s KOSPI fell nearly 2% to around 6,570 for a second straight session as Samsung Electronics and SK hynix slid, with investors also looking to the Bank of Korea meeting on Thursday.
EARNINGS | Aug 25, 2026, 01:48 AM UTC
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SK Hynix, Samsung fall as U.S. pressure on chipmakers reports surface
SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics fall in Seoul after reports that U.S. officials pressed South Korean chipmakers and the government to invest in U.S. memory-chip production.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 01:48 AM UTC
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China drafts road traffic law amendment to cover autonomous vehicles
Xinhua reports a draft amendment to China’s road traffic law that includes a dedicated chapter on autonomous vehicles.
REGULATION | Aug 25, 2026, 01:46 AM UTC
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China Mobile shares fall to 5-week low at 80.00 HKD
China Mobile shares drop to 80.00 HKD, the lowest since July 2026, after losing 0.18% over four weeks and 8.85% over the past 12 months.
EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 01:45 AM UTC
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Nvidia, Bloom Energy, SanDisk, Expion, Visa draw investor focus
Nvidia fell 2.91% ahead of its Aug. 26 earnings report, Bloom Energy rose after Nancy Pelosi disclosed a $4.25 million to $14.5 million share purchase, SanDisk dropped 6.45%, Expion jumped on a $3.425 million upstream en
EARNINGS | Aug 25, 2026, 01:37 AM UTC
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European natural gas holds above €68/MWh on Iran sanctions
European natural gas stays above €68/MWh, the highest since January 2023, as the US expands secondary sanctions on Iran and adds fresh measures affecting energy-supply disruption concerns.
ENERGY | Aug 25, 2026, 01:36 AM UTC
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Dollar steadies near 99 as US tightens Iran sanctions
The dollar index steadies near 99 as US sanctions aim to isolate Iran, while the Treasury expands a long-dated debt buyback program and markets await US PCE data and Fed Chair Kevin Warsh at Jackson Hole.
FX | Aug 25, 2026, 01:34 AM UTC
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Japan’s Kihara says it is still assessing US Iran sanctions impact
Japan’s Chief Cabinet Secretary Kihara says the government is still assessing the impact of new US Iran-related sanctions on Japan.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 01:32 AM UTC
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RBA minutes show readiness to raise rates on upside risks
Reserve Bank of Australia minutes say the board considered a 25bp rate increase versus holding the cash rate unchanged, with some members flagging upside inflation risks while others saw downside risks.
CENTRAL_BANK | Aug 25, 2026, 01:31 AM UTC
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Asia market tape mixed; S&P and Nasdaq futures edge higher
Asian session shows U.S. index futures broadly higher with S&P 500 +0.06% and Nasdaq 100 +0.06%, while Dow futures are -0.01% and Russell +0.02%.
MACRO | Aug 25, 2026, 01:30 AM UTC
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Taiwan overnight interbank rate opens at 0.805% vs 0.805% in previous session
Taiwan overnight interbank rate opens at 0.805% vs 0.805% in previous session
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 01:30 AM UTC
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Rba: staff research indicates a more proactive approach to monetary policy may be suitable
Rba: staff research indicates a more proactive approach to monetary policy may be suitable
CENTRAL_BANK | Aug 25, 2026, 01:30 AM UTC
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RBA board flags inflation, jobs and GDP data by September meeting
The RBA board says it will have data on inflation, jobs and GDP by its September meeting.
MACRO | Aug 25, 2026, 01:30 AM UTC
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RBA board debates 25 bps rate hike versus unchanged cash rate
The RBA board is reported to debate whether to raise the cash rate by 25 bps or keep it unchanged.
CENTRAL_BANK | Aug 25, 2026, 01:30 AM UTC
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RBA says more data progress needed to confirm inflation target
The RBA says it needs more data progress to confirm inflation will return to target.
CENTRAL_BANK | Aug 25, 2026, 01:30 AM UTC
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RBA flags upside inflation risks from oil and cost pass-through
The RBA highlights upside inflation risks linked to oil prices, cost pass-through, and a data center surge, with no magnitude or policy action specified in the feed.
CENTRAL_BANK | Aug 25, 2026, 01:30 AM UTC
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RBA: policy seems restrictive enough to bring inflation to target within reasonable timeframe
RBA: policy seems restrictive enough to bring inflation to target within reasonable timeframe
CENTRAL_BANK | Aug 25, 2026, 01:30 AM UTC
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RBA says inflation risks possibly balanced, not upside-tilted
The RBA states that risks to inflation may be balanced and are not tilted to the upside, offering a guarded stance on near-term inflation pressure.
CENTRAL_BANK | Aug 25, 2026, 01:30 AM UTC
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RBA: faster inflation reduction could be less damaging to labor market than initially expected
RBA: faster inflation reduction could be less damaging to labor market than initially expected
CENTRAL_BANK | Aug 25, 2026, 01:30 AM UTC
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RBA: other board members observed balancing downside risks, so there was some time to evaluate incoming data
RBA: other board members observed balancing downside risks, so there was some time to evaluate incoming data
CENTRAL_BANK | Aug 25, 2026, 01:30 AM UTC
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RBA board says current cash rate remains effective
RBA board agrees the current cash rate seems effective in balancing the economy.
CENTRAL_BANK | Aug 25, 2026, 01:30 AM UTC
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RBA: momentum in housing market shifted as prices fall, may slow economy
RBA: momentum in housing market shifted as prices fall, may slow economy
CENTRAL_BANK | Aug 25, 2026, 01:30 AM UTC
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RBA says cash rate near top of neutral estimates
The RBA says the cash rate is near the top of its model and close to market estimates of neutral, while noting that neutral estimates remain uncertain.
CENTRAL_BANK | Aug 25, 2026, 01:30 AM UTC
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Japan’s Kihara says U.S. Iran sanctions impact still under review
Japan chief cabinet secretary Kihara says Japan is still assessing the impact of new U.S. Iran sanctions on Japan, with no further details provided.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 01:30 AM UTC
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DLR selected to develop 50 MW new data center capacity in Singapore
Digital Realty (DLR) is selected to develop 50 megawatts of new data center capacity in Singapore, according to TradeXchange Newsdesk.
EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 01:30 AM UTC
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PBoC injects 386B yuan via 7-day reverse repos at 1.40%
The PBoC injects 386B yuan through 7-day reverse repos at 1.40%, with the rate unchanged.
RATES | Aug 25, 2026, 01:21 AM UTC
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China central bank injects 386 bln yuan via 7-day reverse repos
China’s central bank injects 386 bln yuan through 7-day reverse repos at 1.40%, matching the prior rate of 1.40%, per a statement.
RATES | Aug 25, 2026, 01:20 AM UTC
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China sets yuan midpoint 633 pips below estimate
China sets the yuan midpoint 633 pips below estimate, marking the largest weakening deviation since Feb. 27, 2026.
FX | Aug 25, 2026, 01:20 AM UTC
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PBoC sets USDCNY reference rate at 6.7852
The PBoC fixes the USDCNY reference rate at 6.7852 versus the prior 6.7841, with no additional catalyst provided.
FX | Aug 25, 2026, 01:16 AM UTC
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PBoC fixes USDCNY reference rate at 6.7952
PBoC sets the USDCNY fixing reference rate at 6.7952 versus 6.7841 prior.
FX | Aug 25, 2026, 01:15 AM UTC
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US gasoline futures hold losses near $3.27/gallon
US gasoline futures trade around $3.27 per gallon, holding prior-session losses as investors weigh intensified US secondary sanctions tied to “Operation Economic Outcast.”
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 01:08 AM UTC
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Autonomix Medical (AMIX) raises $4.9 million via warrant inducement
Autonomix Medical (AMIX) enters into a $4.9 million warrant inducement, priced at a premium to market under Nasdaq rules.
EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 01:06 AM UTC
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Australia sells A$1.2B 2031 bonds at 4.631%
Australia sells A$1.2B of 2031 bonds at a 4.631% yield with a bid-to-cover ratio of 3.63x.
RATES | Aug 25, 2026, 01:01 AM UTC
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Australia shares extend gains; RBA minutes eyed
Australian stocks rise 46 points, or 0.5%, to 9,148 in Tuesday morning trade, led by tech and resources while healthcare and industrial services lag, with RBA minutes and global catalysts in view.
MACRO | Aug 25, 2026, 01:01 AM UTC
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Asia lifts S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures; WTI slips
In the Asian session, US index futures rise with S&P 500 up 0.07% and Nasdaq 100 up 0.11%, while WTI falls 0.11% to 84.92.
MACRO | Aug 25, 2026, 01:00 AM UTC
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Heating oil futures hold losses near $4.28 a gallon
US heating oil futures trade around $4.28 per gallon, holding most losses from the prior session as markets weigh intensified US pressure on Iran tied to possible Strait of Hormuz disruption.
ENERGY | Aug 25, 2026, 12:57 AM UTC
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South Korea says it will seek North Korea talks
South Korea says it will turn reported US overtures into North Korea talks, according to a Bloomberg report cited by LiveSquawk.
GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 12:56 AM UTC
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Silver rises above $69.5 to two-month high
Silver climbs above $69.5 an ounce and holds near its highest level in two months, tracking gold strength as bond-market actions revive the debasement trade.
COMMODITIES | Aug 25, 2026, 12:51 AM UTC
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Ocean Power Technologies to Participate in Fireside Chat Aug. 25, 2026
Ocean Power Technologies, Inc. (OPTT) will participate in a Water Tower Research fireside chat on Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 12:49 AM UTC
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Nikkei 225 falls 0.9% as tech stocks drop
Japan’s Nikkei 225 index falls 0.9% to below 65,000 for a third consecutive session, pressured by heavy selling in AI and tech-linked shares.
MACRO | Aug 25, 2026, 12:46 AM UTC
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Ark Inv Moves for 8/24
Ark Inv Moves for 8/24
EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 12:44 AM UTC
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Bank of Korea rate decision seen at 3.00% in Aug 27 poll
A poll of 35 economists says the Bank of Korea is likely to raise its base rate to 3.00% on August 27, while others expect it to stay at 2.75%.
RATES | Aug 25, 2026, 12:35 AM UTC
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Asia stocks slip; S&P 500 futures -0.11%
Asian trade shows U.S. index futures lower, with S&P 500 futures down 0.11% and Nasdaq futures down 0.28%, while USD/JPY rises 0.04% and WTI gains 0.12% to 85.11.
EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 12:30 AM UTC
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US Trsy's Bessent’s D-Day Threat Hinges On His Willingness To Hit China
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GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 12:30 AM UTC
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WM announces cash dividend
WM announces a cash dividend, as reported by TradeXchange Newsdesk, with no dividend amount, record date, or payment date included in the feed.
EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 12:23 AM UTC
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SKHY SK HYNIX UNION REJECTS TENTATIVE WAGE AGREEMENT: YONHAP
SKHY SK HYNIX UNION REJECTS TENTATIVE WAGE AGREEMENT: YONHAP
EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 12:15 AM UTC
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China PBOC expected to set yuan midpoint at 6.7219 per dollar
Pro says China’s PBOC is expected to set the yuan midpoint at 6.7219 per dollar, citing an estimate.
FX | Aug 25, 2026, 12:13 AM UTC
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GNL: Greenberg Traurig advises Global Net Lease on $535M acquisition
Greenberg Traurig advises Global Net Lease on its $535M Modiv Industrial acquisition, according to TradeXchange Newsdesk.
MNA | Aug 25, 2026, 12:10 AM UTC
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Venezuela acting president says oil output tops 1.23M bpd
Venezuela’s acting president, Rodriguez, says oil production exceeds 1.23M bpd as the country signs more than 50 oil and gas deals and reports 28% of earthquake debris removal (580K tonnes).
ENERGY | Aug 25, 2026, 12:10 AM UTC
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Gold tops $4,650 as bond-market debasement trade revives
Gold rises above $4,650/oz, hitting the highest level in more than three months, after US long-dated bond buybacks revive the “debasement trade.”
COMMODITIES | Aug 25, 2026, 12:04 AM UTC
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Gorilla Tech reports Q2 revenue above updated guidance
Gorilla Tech Gr (NASDAQ: GRRR) says Q2 revenues reached over $50.1 million, above updated guidance, while operating loss narrowed to approximately $2.2 million from $41.1 million in Q1.
EARNINGS | Aug 25, 2026, 12:02 AM UTC
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US index futures slip while EUR/USD rises; WTI edges higher
US index futures are slightly lower with S&P 500 futures down 0.01% and Nasdaq futures down 0.08%, while EUR/USD is up 0.05% and WTI is at 85.18 (+0.2%).
MACRO | Aug 25, 2026, 12:00 AM UTC