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Tue, Aug 25, 2026 - Page 9

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L US Dollar Index at 99.01 The US Dollar Index (DXY) trades at 99.01, per TradeXchange Newsdesk. FX | Aug 25, 2026, 10:45 AM UTC L SOME COMMODITIES moves SOME COMMODITIES moves EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:44 AM UTC L US TREASURY YIELDS US TREASURY YIELDS RATES | Aug 25, 2026, 10:43 AM UTC L Palladium futures slide below $1,330 after one-week high Palladium futures fall below $1,330, easing from a one-week high as profit-taking and a firmer US dollar cap gains ahead of US inflation data. EARNINGS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:43 AM UTC L Russian Defence Ministry: Russian Forces Hit Cargo Vessel, Tanker In Black Sea - IFX Russian Defence Ministry: Russian Forces Hit Cargo Vessel, Tanker In Black Sea - IFX ENERGY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:43 AM UTC L Translation | Qatar Foreign Ministry Spox: Qatar Continues Meditation Efforts, No New Developments @AJABreaking READ HERE EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:42 AM UTC L Druckenmiller calls Bessent long-Treasury buying plan a “mistake” Hedge-fund veteran Stanley Druckenmiller criticizes Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s plan to buy long-term Treasurys to lower yields, citing persistent inflation, widening deficits, and $40 trillion national debt. MACRO | Aug 25, 2026, 10:41 AM UTC H QATAR: CONTINUING US-IRAN MEDIATION EFFORTS QATAR: CONTINUING US-IRAN MEDIATION EFFORTS GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:39 AM UTC L UK PM Burnham plans first Trump meeting via UN or White House UK PM Burnham plans a first meeting with US President Trump either at the UN General Assembly or at the White House, depending on the US president’s schedule, FT reports. GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:39 AM UTC L Platinum futures ease from 11-week high Platinum futures fall below $1,860, easing from an eleven-week high as profit-taking and a firmer US dollar limit gains ahead of US inflation data. EARNINGS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:39 AM UTC H Fed funds target rate range stays 3.50%-3.75% in September odds Markets assign a 59.9% probability to a 3.50%-3.75% outcome and 40.1% probability to 3.75%-4.00% for the September meeting, against a current target range of 3.50%-3.75%. RATES | Aug 25, 2026, 10:38 AM UTC L Qatar says it continues US-Iran mediation efforts, Al Jazeera reports Al Jazeera reports that Qatar is continuing US-Iran mediation efforts, without providing additional details or market-impact specifics in the feed. GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:37 AM UTC L NexGen expands PCE high-grade uranium zone to 930 m depth NexGen Energy says early 2026 summer drilling at PCE expanded the high-grade uranium subdomain to 930 m depth and lifted the vertical extent by 94 m to 644 m. EARNINGS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:36 AM UTC L NVDA 21,000 of the 42,000 NVDA employees have a net worth of $25M or greater. NVDA 21,000 of the 42,000 NVDA employees have a net worth of $25M or greater. EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:34 AM UTC L MSTR target raised to $175 from $130 at Canaccord Canaccord raises its MSTR target to $175 from $130, according to TradeXchange Newsdesk. EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:34 AM UTC L BLDR Builders FirstSource and Digs Announce Strategic Partnership to Deliver the Next Generation of AI-Powered Homebuilding BLDR Builders FirstSource and Digs Announce Strategic Partnership to Deliver the Next Generation of AI-Powered Homebuilding EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:34 AM UTC L Qnity expands AI-driven advanced packaging with end-to-end solutions Qnity expands AI-driven advanced packaging capabilities with end-to-end process solutions, according to TradeXchange Newsdesk. EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:34 AM UTC H Builders FirstSource partners with Digs on AI workflows Builders FirstSource says it is the solo lead on Digs’ $25.3 million Series A financing and has a five-year commercial agreement to expand AI capabilities and digital infrastructure. EARNINGS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:34 AM UTC L SCHMID Group N.V. reports H1 2026 results; updates Full-Year 2026 guidance SCHMID Group N.V. reports H1 2026 financial results and provides updates to its Full-Year 2026 guidance, per TradeXchange Newsdesk. EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:32 AM UTC L ARM pt 641 @ RJ from 565 ARM pt 641 @ RJ from 565 EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:32 AM UTC L SENSEX closes up 0.37% after 287-point gain India’s SENSEX rises 287 points, or 0.37%, to close at 77,656 on Tuesday, led by Adani Ports, Mahindra & Mahindra and Titan Company. EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:30 AM UTC L GPUS discloses ~278 Bitcoin treasury worth ~$21.6 million Hyperscale Data (GPUS) reports a Bitcoin treasury of approximately 278 BTC, valued at approximately $21.6 million, in a TradeXchange Newsdesk item. CRYPTO | Aug 25, 2026, 10:30 AM UTC M Scott Bessent reportedly weighs steps to cap Treasury yield pressure Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is reportedly preparing stronger measures to prevent investors from pushing Treasury yields higher, with the 10-year yield near 4.7% and U.S. debt at $40 trillion. CENTRAL_BANK | Aug 25, 2026, 10:30 AM UTC L eGain (EGAN) to announce Fiscal 2026 Q4, full-year results on Sept. 3, 2026 eGain (EGAN) will announce its Fiscal 2026 fourth-quarter and full-year financial results on September 3, 2026. EARNINGS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:30 AM UTC H S&P 500, Nasdaq futures rise as WTI slides European session moves show US equity futures higher—S&P 500 +0.48% and Nasdaq 100 +0.96%—while WTI falls to 82.47 (-2.99%) and euro/dollar is -0.01%. EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:30 AM UTC M Willis Lease Finance (WLFC) closes acquisition of aircraft portfolio Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) closes a transaction to acquire a commercial aircraft and aircraft engine portfolio, according to TradeXchange Newsdesk. MNA | Aug 25, 2026, 10:30 AM UTC L NCPL vol pop NCPL vol pop EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:30 AM UTC H Rubber futures climb near 2013 peak on supply risks Rubber futures rise further to around 236 US cents per kilogram, the highest level since 2013, as supply concerns build from Thailand tapping disruptions and El Niño risk later this year. COMMODITIES | Aug 25, 2026, 10:29 AM UTC L Akamai forms strategic alliance with Deloitte Canada on AI resilience Akamai announces a strategic alliance with Deloitte Canada aimed at helping organizations achieve platform-based resilience against AI-accelerated cyberthreats. EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:28 AM UTC L Scotiabank EPS tops expectations at 2.28 CAD Scotiabank (BNS) reports earnings per share of 2.28 CAD versus market expectations of 2.08 CAD. EARNINGS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:27 AM UTC L OFAL vol pop OFAL vol pop EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:27 AM UTC H Parsons Unit Sealing Technologies Receives Five-Year Worth Up To $750M From U.S. Cyber Command To Produce The Joint Cyber Hunt Kit U.S. Cyber Command's Joint Cyber Hunt Kit (JCHK) is a critical capability that provides a standardized, rapidly deployable defensive cyber platform for Joint Cyber Protection Teams. Designed as a mobile, self-contained s EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:27 AM UTC L ACN Accenture to Acquire McCoy, Strengthening SAP Expertise and AI Innovation for Mid-Market ACN Accenture to Acquire McCoy, Strengthening SAP Expertise and AI Innovation for Mid-Market MNA | Aug 25, 2026, 10:26 AM UTC L How Scott Bessent Is Getting Ready To Slam Wall Street’s ‘Bond Vigilantes’: ‘Fear Of God’ — NY Post READ HERE RATES | Aug 25, 2026, 10:25 AM UTC M Brent crude slips 3% below $90 on Iran-US diplomacy Brent crude falls 3% to around $89.5 a barrel, extending a 2.4% prior-session loss as signs of possible Iran-US diplomatic progress ease supply-disruption concerns. ENERGY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:25 AM UTC L Qatar says US Iran sanctions are unilateral, supports mediation Qatar’s foreign ministry says the US sanctions on Iran are unilateral and adds that it supports mediation efforts to resolve the issue. GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:24 AM UTC L Qatar says US Iran sanctions are unilateral Qatar’s foreign ministry spokesman says US sanctions on Iran are unilateral and Qatar supports mediation efforts to resolve the issue. GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:24 AM UTC L Qatar backs mediation as US Iran sanctions called unilateral Pro says the US Iran sanctions are unilateral and that Qatar is supportive of mediation efforts to resolve the issue. GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:23 AM UTC L IDF STRUCK 5 HAMAS WEAPON STORAGE SITES IN GAZA ON MONDAY IDF STRUCK 5 HAMAS WEAPON STORAGE SITES IN GAZA ON MONDAY EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:22 AM UTC M IDF strikes five Hamas weapon storage sites in Gaza Monday The IDF says it struck five Hamas weapon storage sites in Gaza on Monday. GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:20 AM UTC M Bleichroeder III to merge with Ursa Major, rename as IPXX Bleichroeder Acquisition III agrees to merge with aerospace and defense company Ursa Major Technologies, with the combined company expected to trade on Nasdaq under symbol IPXX after closing in the first quarter of 2027. GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:20 AM UTC L EU Commission receives Spain emergency funding request over Ceuta migration The EU Commission’s spokesperson says it has received Spain’s emergency funding request related to Ceuta migration. CENTRAL_BANK | Aug 25, 2026, 10:19 AM UTC L Schiff attacks Trump Freedom 250 race as political spectacle Sen. Adam Schiff criticizes President Donald Trump’s Freedom 250 IndyCar race as a distraction from high gasoline prices, while Graham Rahal says the event was privately funded. GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:19 AM UTC M PSN’s SealingTech wins $750m USCYBERCOM JCHK full-rate production award SealingTech, a Parsons Corporation company, receives a $750 Million Joint Cyber Hunt Kit (JCHK) Full-Rate Production Award from USCYBERCOM. EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:15 AM UTC L RBC creates unified Global Transaction Banking business RBC says it is creating a unified Global Transaction Banking business by combining strengths across its leading businesses, with no further financial metrics or timeline provided. EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:15 AM UTC L BNS Scotiabank 3Q adjusted EPS C$2.28 vs C$2.10 estimate BNS reports 3Q adjusted EPS of C$2.28, compared with a C$2.10 estimate. EARNINGS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:15 AM UTC L NASDAQ 100 futures extend gains, last up 1% NASDAQ 100 futures extend gains, with the contract last up 1%, according to TradeXchange Newsdesk. MACRO | Aug 25, 2026, 10:14 AM UTC L DaVita, Humana launch value-based CKD care partnership DaVita says its integrated kidney care program launches July 1 with Humana Medicare Advantage to serve more than 10,000 patients with chronic kidney disease stages 3B-5. EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:12 AM UTC L BB BlackBerry CEO says robotics is one of its fastest-growing businesses BB BlackBerry CEO says robotics is one of its fastest-growing businesses EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:12 AM UTC L Coinbase price target raised to $196 from $173 at Goldman Goldman Sachs raises its Coinbase price target to $196 from $173 and maintains a Buy rating, according to TradeXchange Newsdesk. EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:12 AM UTC M Brazil extends drawback tax suspension amid US tariff impact Brazil prolongs the suspension of its drawback tax tied to the effects of US tariffs, according to Pro. GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:09 AM UTC L China and US agree to promote AI, trade cooperation - Xinhua Xinhua says China and the US agree to promote cooperation in AI and trade, with no additional details on scope, timing, or terms provided in the feed. MACRO | Aug 25, 2026, 10:07 AM UTC L Gorilla Technology falls after 2027 revenue guidance trails estimates Gorilla Technology Group Inc. shares fall in premarket trading after the company issues 2027 revenue guidance of $450 million to $500 million, below the $559.99 million estimate, even as first-half 2026 results top expec EARNINGS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:07 AM UTC L Scotiabank flags modest Canada and G7 growth for 2026 Scotiabank says its growth expectations for Canada and the G7 for 2026 are modest, according to LiveSquawk. MACRO | Aug 25, 2026, 10:07 AM UTC L SNT Q2 revenue rises to $10.4M, margins slip SNT reports Q2 revenue of $10.4M versus $9.7M YoY, with gross profit $6.7M, gross margin 64.2% and operating income $0.3M versus $1.0M YoY. EARNINGS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:06 AM UTC L Scotiabank: US Labour Market Conditions Have Continued To Weaken Scotiabank: US Labour Market Conditions Have Continued To Weaken EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:06 AM UTC M Nayax (NYAX) signs definitive deal to acquire IPS Group Nayax enters into a definitive agreement to acquire IPS Group, described as a leading smart parking technology provider. MNA | Aug 25, 2026, 10:03 AM UTC L Wolfe Research raises XYZ price target to $115 Wolfe Research raises its XYZ price target to $115 from $100 and keeps an Outperform rating, according to TradeXchange Newsdesk. EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:03 AM UTC L Waterdrop Inc. to report Q2 2026 results Sept. 8, 2026 Waterdrop Inc. (WDH) will report second quarter 2026 financial results on September 8, 2026. EARNINGS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:01 AM UTC L WisdomTree (WT) expands Stable Sea tokenized funds for business cash WisdomTree (WT) says Stable Sea expands the firms’ relationship with two new tokenized funds aimed at business cash. EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:01 AM UTC L Escalade to Acquire ASL Solutions, Insulated Dog Houses Maker Escalade (ESCA) announces the acquisition of ASL Solutions, described as a leading U.S. manufacturer of premium insulated dog houses. MNA | Aug 25, 2026, 10:01 AM UTC L The RealReal’s 2026 Resale Report flags resale demand shift The RealReal says its 2026 resale report finds resale is becoming first choice for shoppers, according to TradeXchange Newsdesk. EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:01 AM UTC L Cango Inc. to report Q2 2026 results Aug. 31 Cango Inc. (CANG) will report Second Quarter 2026 financial results on August 31, 2026, Eastern Time. EARNINGS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:01 AM UTC L NWSA NWS NWSA - Home Shoppers Look Beyond Their Backyards as Affordability Shapes Demand, Realtor.com® Reports NWSA NWS NWSA - Home Shoppers Look Beyond Their Backyards as Affordability Shapes Demand, Realtor.com® Reports EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:01 AM UTC L YUM - PIZZA HUT TEAMS UP WITH PEPSI® AND JOSH ALLEN TO REMIND FANS GAMEDAY STARTS WITH THE HUT YUM - PIZZA HUT TEAMS UP WITH PEPSI® AND JOSH ALLEN TO REMIND FANS GAMEDAY STARTS WITH THE HUT EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:01 AM UTC L Tuniu (TOUR) announces unaudited Q2 2026 financial results Tuniu (TOUR) announces unaudited Second Quarter 2026 financial results, according to TradeXchange Newsdesk. EARNINGS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:01 AM UTC L Senstar Technologies (SNT) reports Q2 2026 financial results Senstar Technologies Corporation reports its second quarter 2026 financial results, according to TradeXchange Newsdesk. EARNINGS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC L High Tide (HITI) to announce third fiscal quarter 2026 results High Tide (HITI) says it will announce its third fiscal quarter 2026 financial results, with no additional figures, guidance, or catalyst provided. EARNINGS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC H Ursa Major to go public via IPO, Hypersonics and Critical Munitions unit Hypersonics and Critical Munitions Company Ursa Major is set to go public, according to TradeXchange Newsdesk, with no deal terms, timing, or catalyst details provided. MNA | Aug 25, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC M China and US promote AI and trade cooperation in Beijing dialogue China and the US hold a 'Track 1.5' dialogue in Beijing, agreeing to promote cooperation in AI and trade, according to Xinhua. GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC L ECB allots €3.28 billion via three-month LTRO The European Central Bank allots €3.28 billion in a three-month long-term refinancing operation. CENTRAL_BANK | Aug 25, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC M Serbia June real wages rise 9.3% year-over-year Serbia reports June real wages increase 9.3% year-over-year. MACRO | Aug 25, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC L NuRAN Wireless files final base shelf prospectus, receives final receipt NuRAN Wireless files a final base shelf prospectus and receives a final receipt, per a TradeXchange Newsdesk release. REGULATION | Aug 25, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC L BioLargo (BLGO) to Participate in Gabelli PFAS Symposium BioLargo says it will participate in Gabelli Funds' 4th Annual PFAS Symposium in New York, per TradeXchange Newsdesk. EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC L GGII - Attention Emerging Spirit Brands and Investors Seeking Nationwide Distribution and Direct-to-Consumer Growth GGII - Attention Emerging Spirit Brands and Investors Seeking Nationwide Distribution and Direct-to-Consumer Growth EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC L accelerated understanding debuts AI capable of processing 5 trillion data points for physics queries, co-founders say accelerated understanding debuts AI capable of processing 5 trillion data points for physics queries, co-founders say EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC M Banyan Gold confirms new Seattle Creek gold-silver discovery Banyan Gold confirms a new gold-silver discovery at Seattle Creek on the Nitra Project in Yukon, reporting 5.70 g/t Au and 544 g/t Ag over 0.5m. ENERGY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC M European session lifts US index futures; WTI slips sharply European session trading shows US equity futures higher—S&P 500 +0.5% and Nasdaq 100 +0.92%—while WTI falls to 82.23 (-3.27%) and EUR/USD rises 0.05%. EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC L China and U.S. hold track 1.5 dialogue in Beijing China and the U.S. conduct a track 1.5 dialogue in Beijing, according to Xinhua. GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 09:59 AM UTC L China, US agree to boost collaboration in AI, trade: Xinhua China, US agree to boost collaboration in AI, trade: Xinhua GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 09:57 AM UTC L SIGNET JEWELERS AWARDED UPSIDE-30-DAY CATALYST WATCH AT CITI SIGNET JEWELERS AWARDED UPSIDE-30-DAY CATALYST WATCH AT CITI EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 09:57 AM UTC H Crude slides below $83 as US tightens Iran sanctions Crude oil fell below $83 per barrel on Tuesday as the US intensified economic pressure on Iran and trading partners, alongside reports of incidents involving tankers near Oman and in the Red Sea. ENERGY | Aug 25, 2026, 09:57 AM UTC L Citi points to Hungary's wider deficit path on euro timetable Citi points to Hungary's wider deficit path on euro timetable FX | Aug 25, 2026, 09:55 AM UTC L Hungary might hit euro convergence targets in mid-2030s: Citi Hungary might hit euro convergence targets in mid-2030s: Citi FX | Aug 25, 2026, 09:55 AM UTC L Signet Jewelers gets upside 30-day catalyst watch at Citi Pro reports Citi assigned Signet Jewelers an upside-30-day catalyst watch, indicating potential upside could be watched over the next 30 days. EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 09:55 AM UTC L Beijing Zhongke Wengeai reports H1 2026 net loss of RMB 87.7 million Beijing Zhongke Wengeai science and technology co reports a H1 2026 net loss of RMB 87.7 million. EARNINGS | Aug 25, 2026, 09:55 AM UTC H Japan–Korea LNG prices jump above $23/MMBtu; 3-1/2-year high Japan–Korea LNG prices rise above $23/MMBtu to the highest level since January 2023 amid extreme temperatures boosting power demand and Middle East supply disruptions linked to Strait of Hormuz shipment uncertainty. ENERGY | Aug 25, 2026, 09:55 AM UTC H IRS Moves to Make 401(k) Rollovers Easier, But Experts Warn: ‘You Can’t Go Back’ New IRS guidance is aimed at making 401(k) rollovers easier, but financial professionals are warning savers to understand the consequences before moving retirement money into an IRA. The IRS issued the guidance Aug. 12 t RATES | Aug 25, 2026, 09:51 AM UTC L IGV etf up pm IGV etf up pm EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 09:50 AM UTC L DRAM prices rise in afternoon trading TradeXchange Newsdesk reports DRAM up in the PM session. COMMODITIES | Aug 25, 2026, 09:50 AM UTC L SLV GLD red pm SLV GLD red pm EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 09:50 AM UTC L UNG red pm UNG red pm EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 09:50 AM UTC L USO lows pm USO lows pm EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 09:50 AM UTC L TLT highs pm TLT highs pm EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 09:50 AM UTC L KWEB down pm KWEB down pm EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 09:50 AM UTC L IBIT spot ETF gains in premarket trade TradeXchange Newsdesk reports that the IBIT ETF is higher in premarket trading, without providing magnitude, pricing, or a stated catalyst. EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 09:50 AM UTC M NVDA price target raised to $352 from $330 at Raymond James Raymond James raised the firm's price target on Nvidia to $352 from $330 and kee NVDA price target raised to $352 from $330 at Raymond James Raymond James raised the firm's price target on Nvidia to $352 from $330 and keeps a Strong Buy rating on the shares. Nvidia's CPU business is gaining traction, EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 09:48 AM UTC M S&P: Hamkorbank outlook upgraded to positive on strong asset quality, operating performance; rating affirmed at BB-/B S&P: Hamkorbank outlook upgraded to positive on strong asset quality, operating performance; rating affirmed at BB-/B RATES | Aug 25, 2026, 09:48 AM UTC L NBIS closes $5.75 billion private convertible note offering NBIS closes a private offering of convertible senior notes with aggregate gross proceeds of approximately $5.75 billion, while multiple other companies file shelf and registration statements. EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 09:46 AM UTC L BMO reports 3Q adjusted EPS C$3.96 versus C$3.75 estimate Bank of Montreal (BMO) posts 3Q adjusted EPS of C$3.96, compared with a C$3.75 estimate. EARNINGS | Aug 25, 2026, 09:44 AM UTC M Arabica coffee futures near July 9 peak on tight stocks ICE Arabica coffee futures trade around $3.4 per pound near the highest level since July 9 as ICE-certified stocks keep falling toward a 26-year low. COMMODITIES | Aug 25, 2026, 09:44 AM UTC L Vatican’s Gallagher tells Lavrov diplomacy remains vital Vatican Archbishop Gallagher tells Russia’s Foreign Minister Lavrov that the world requires diplomacy more than ever, in remarks made in Moscow. GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 09:43 AM UTC L SHEL files transaction in own shares SHEL reports a transaction in its own shares, with no further deal terms or size provided in the feed. EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 09:43 AM UTC L Kremlin says no details on U.S. military aircraft in Moscow The Kremlin says it is providing no details on U.S. military aircraft that landed in Moscow, offering no further information in its statement. GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 09:42 AM UTC L POLA: Form S-1.. Up to 8,488,774 Shares of Common Stock POLA: Form S-1.. Up to 8,488,774 Shares of Common Stock EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 09:42 AM UTC L Germany sells EUR 3.828B 2.7% 2028s at 2.85% avg yield Germany sells EUR 3.828B in 2.7% 2028s with bid/cover of 1.49x and average yield of 2.85%, versus prior B/C 1.4x and 2.78% average yield. RATES | Aug 25, 2026, 09:41 AM UTC L BIBL BLES FDLS GLRY IBD ISMD PTL RISN WWJD - Inspire Corporate Bond Fund (IBD) Receives 5-star Overall Morningstar Rating™ Among 155 Corpora BIBL BLES FDLS GLRY IBD ISMD PTL RISN WWJD - Inspire Corporate Bond Fund (IBD) Receives 5-star Overall Morningstar Rating™ Among 155 Corporate Bond Funds RATES | Aug 25, 2026, 09:41 AM UTC L US May Return Diplomats To Mideast As Soon As This Week - NYT US MAY RETURN DIPLOMATS TO MIDEAST AS SOON AS THIS WEEK - NYT EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 09:40 AM UTC L Kremlin says Western leaders mislead voters on Russia defeatability The Kremlin says Stubb and other Western leaders are misleading their own voters by suggesting Russia can be strategically defeated, according to Pro. GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 09:40 AM UTC L Bank of England allocates GBP 3.12 billion in six-month ILTR The Bank of England allocates GBP 3.12 billion in a six-month ILTR operation, according to Pro. CENTRAL_BANK | Aug 25, 2026, 09:40 AM UTC H Kremlin: Finnish president's comments backing Ukrainian attacks on Russia show he is part of the 'party of war' Kremlin: Finnish president's comments backing Ukrainian attacks on Russia show he is part of the 'party of war' GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 09:40 AM UTC L Kremlin says Stubb statement surprises, signals intent to continue war The Kremlin says Stubb's statement surprised it and shows a desire for the Ukraine war to continue, according to Pro. GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 09:40 AM UTC H Kremlin rejects third-party governance for Donbas free zone plans The Kremlin says Donbas is part of Russia and that third parties cannot govern Russia’s region within proposals for a free economic zone in eastern Ukraine as part of a peace deal. GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 09:40 AM UTC L Kremlin calls proposed NATO Ukraine troop deployment unacceptable The Kremlin repeatedly calls a proposed NATO troop deployment in Ukraine unacceptable for Russia, according to Pro. GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 09:40 AM UTC H Zinc tops $3,830/ton, hits highest since May 2022 Zinc prices rise above $3,830 a metric ton on Tuesday to the highest since May 2022 amid tighter availability, falling London Metal Exchange inventories, and supply disruptions at mines and smelters. COMMODITIES | Aug 25, 2026, 09:39 AM UTC L U.S. poised to return diplomats to Middle East embassies: NYT U.S. poised to return diplomats to Middle East embassies: NYT EQUITY | Aug 25, 2026, 09:39 AM UTC H U.S. stock futures rise as sanctions and yields weigh U.S. stock futures advance, with Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures higher, as Scott Bessent expands sanctions on Iran and 10-year Treasury yields stand at 4.71%. EARNINGS | Aug 25, 2026, 09:38 AM UTC H Iran threatens retaliation after U.S. expands Iran sanctions Iran threatens military and economic retaliation after the U.S. expands sanctions on Iran’s economy and oil trade, sanctioning 60 individuals, entities and vessels while warning over dollar-system access. GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 09:35 AM UTC L US may return diplomats to Middle East as soon as this week The NYT reports the US may return diplomats to the Middle East as soon as this week, but no further details or official confirmation were provided in the feed. GEOPOLITICS | Aug 25, 2026, 09:34 AM UTC