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Dubai’s AED2mln Golden Visa threshold reshapes property buying decisions
By Hina NavinDubai’s AED2 million property investment threshold for the Golden Visa is increasingly influencing buyers’ budgets and property choices according to industry executives - some of whom also emphasised that re
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 04:24 AM UTC
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Sberbank CEO targets higher profits; warns consumption may slow
Sberbank’s chief executive German Gref said the bank expects net profit this year above 2025 levels and another record in 2027, while warning declining consumption is a concern.
EARNINGS | Sep 03, 2026, 04:24 AM UTC
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Yuan rises to 3-1/2-year high as yen strength weighs on dollar
China’s yuan inched higher to a fresh 3-1/2-year high versus the dollar, helped by a significantly stronger central bank fixing and persistent dollar weakness alongside renewed Japanese yen gains.
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 03, 2026, 04:23 AM UTC
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Saudi $3.25 billion sukuk to support DCM growth through 2027
Saudi Arabia issued $3.25 billion in sukuks, expected to support debt capital market growth through 2027. Funding diversification efforts and Vision 2030 project financing needs are cited.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 04:23 AM UTC
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Hutchmed announces licensing agreement with GSK for cancer therapy
HUTCHMED (China) Ltd (HKEX:13) said it has announced a licensing agreement with GSK for a Kras-EGFR-antibody conjugate cancer therapy.
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 03, 2026, 04:23 AM UTC
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Breakout stocks to buy or sell: Sumeet Bagadia recommends five shares to buy today -3 September 2026
Buy or sell stocks, Sept. 3 -- The Indian stock market remained under pressure for the third straight session on Wednesday, September 2, as benchmark indices slipped below key support levels. Renewed clashes in the Middl
MACRO | Sep 03, 2026, 04:22 AM UTC
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Saudi POS transactions rise to SR15.799B, up from $1.54B week
Saudi Arabia recorded SR15.799 billion in point-of-sale (POS) transactions for the week of August 23–29, 2026, versus SR14.173 billion in the previous comparable period, per SAMA’s weekly POS bulletin.
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 03, 2026, 04:18 AM UTC
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Egypt non-oil private sector contracts at softest pace since January
Egypt’s non-oil private sector contracted in August at its softest pace since January, a business survey showed Thursday. Output and new orders declines eased as firms increased hiring.
MACRO | Sep 03, 2026, 04:18 AM UTC
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CBOT soybeans hold $13.04 1/2 to $13.17 1/4 range
CBOT soybean November contract SX26 looks neutral in $13.04 1/2 to $13.17 1/4 per bushel. A break above $13.17 1/4 could target $13.25 1/4 to $13.30.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 04:17 AM UTC
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UAE non-oil private sector growth accelerates to strongest since Dec 2024
A business survey showed the UAE non-oil private sector accelerated in August to its strongest growth rate since December 2024, aided by sharper gains in output and new business.
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 03, 2026, 04:16 AM UTC
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Saudi non-oil private sector growth quickens in August, PMI shows
Saudi Arabia’s non-oil private sector expanded at its fastest pace in six months in August, supported by stronger output as market activity recovered, a business survey showed.
MACRO | Sep 03, 2026, 04:16 AM UTC
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Vietnam dong and SJC gold rates snapshot for September 3
Snapshot shows Vietnamese dong exchange rates in official and unofficial markets, indicative SJC gold prices in Hanoi, and interbank offered rates at 0411 GMT.
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 03, 2026, 04:15 AM UTC
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Costa Rica selects Open English for national English learning initiative
Costa Rica selected Open English as a strategic partner for a hybrid AI-plus-live-teacher model, targeting up to 2 million free licenses over four years for residents aged 15 and older, with an employment focus.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 04:15 AM UTC
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UAE composite PMI rises to 55.3 in August
UAE S&P Global composite PMI is 55.3 in August versus 52.7 in July.
MACRO | Sep 03, 2026, 04:15 AM UTC
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Saudi August composite PMI rises to 53.8 from 53.1 in July
Saudi Arabia’s S&P Global August composite PMI is 53.8 versus 53.1 in July.
MACRO | Sep 03, 2026, 04:15 AM UTC
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InTouch strategist flags orderly bond-market investor appeal slide
Sean Callow of InTouch Capital Markets says major bond markets’ investor appeal is crumbling “in a very orderly manner,” citing sticky inflation and fading hopes for a return to pre-Iran war oil prices.
COMMODITIES | Sep 03, 2026, 04:13 AM UTC
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Aluminium lifts to three-week high as supply tightness returns to focus
Aluminium rose on Thursday amid continued supply tightness and a slight improvement in economic risk sentiment. LME three-month benchmark AH1! was up 0.3% at $3,293.5 a metric ton by 0300.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 04:13 AM UTC
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Sanders, Schumer slam Trump’s Strait of Hormuz renaming push
Bernie Sanders and Chuck Schumer criticized President Donald Trump’s proposal to rename the Strait of Hormuz, saying Americans want lower fuel costs and an end to the Iran conflict instead.
ENERGY | Sep 03, 2026, 04:12 AM UTC
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FlyAkeed raises $25.15M growth funding for enterprise travel financing
FlyAkeed said it secured SR94.3 million ($25.15 million) growth funding, announced at LEAP 2026. The round includes an equity investment led by Sanabil Investments.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 04:09 AM UTC
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XPER - TiVo OS Unveils Major Platform Enhancements at IFA 2026, Expanding AI -Powered Discovery, Free Streaming, Live Sports and Interactive
XPER - TiVo OS Unveils Major Platform Enhancements at IFA 2026, Expanding AI -Powered Discovery, Free Streaming, Live Sports and Interactive TV Experiences
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 04:09 AM UTC
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Hexaware shares slide after CEO resignation announcement
Hexaware shares fell as much as 3.7% after CEO Srikrishna Ramakarthikeyan resigned to pursue personal interests, raising investor questions about the growth outlook; the firm named Vivek Jetley as successor.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 04:08 AM UTC
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Six commodity ships pass Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, below 10-day average of about 13, data shows
Six commodity ships pass Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, below 10-day average of about 13, data shows
ENERGY | Sep 03, 2026, 04:08 AM UTC
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Japan PMI flags sharp input-cost pressures, tightening case grows
S&P Global PMI data show Japanese manufacturing and services input costs rising sharply, despite easing inflation. The release adds another signal that an inflationary backdrop could support monetary tightening.
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 03, 2026, 04:08 AM UTC
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Adani Ports shares jump around 2% on record August cargo volumes
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone shares rose about 2% in early trade on September 3, becoming the top Nifty 50 gainer after record August cargo volumes and strong year-to-date growth supported a bullish outlook.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 04:06 AM UTC
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Saudi REGA warns real estate violators face license suspension or revocation
Saudi Real Estate General Authority (REGA) warned that real estate brokers and service providers could see license suspension or revocation and fines of up to SR200,000 for regulatory violations.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 04:06 AM UTC
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Singapore PMI shows private-sector activity expanding in August
S&P Global PMI data shows Singapore private-sector activity expanding in August. The headline PMI rose to 59.4 from 59.2 in July, as new orders picked up and firms increased purchasing and hiring to meet demand.
MACRO | Sep 03, 2026, 04:05 AM UTC
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Taiwan central bank likely to raise policy rate in September, BofA says
BofA Securities says Taiwan’s central bank is likely to raise the policy rate in September. It argues currency appreciation is unlikely to replace a near-term hike given the New Taiwan dollar remains weaker than a year a
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 03, 2026, 04:05 AM UTC
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BioArctic gets approval to initiate Leqembi subcutaneous treatment in China
BioArctic AB says Leqembi’s subcutaneous formulation has been approved for initiation treatment in China.
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 03, 2026, 04:04 AM UTC
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Prediction markets price odds of S&P 500 crossing 8,000 by year-end
Prediction markets via Kalshi assign 51.8% odds the S&P 500 crosses 8,000 by year-end and 27% odds it hits 8,200+. Odds for 8,400+ are nearly 16%.
RATES | Sep 03, 2026, 04:03 AM UTC
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Wa’ed Ventures backs COFE Tech ahead of IPO at $178M valuation
Kuwait-founded COFE Tech secured funding from Saudi Aramco’s Wa’ed Ventures and other investors ahead of its IPO. The round valued COFE Tech at $178 million, co-led by Wa’ed Ventures and Aditum, with participation from M
COMMODITIES | Sep 03, 2026, 04:02 AM UTC
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Audi sets up Shanghai innovation center with focus on China
Audi is establishing an Innovation & Technology Center in Shanghai, dedicated to developing the four-ring brand in China.
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 03, 2026, 04:01 AM UTC
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Eisai’s Leqembi subcutaneous initiation treatment approved in China
Eisai Co., Ltd. says its Leqembi (Lecanemab) subcutaneous formulation for initiation treatment in early Alzheimer’s disease has been approved in China.
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 03, 2026, 04:01 AM UTC
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Asian session: S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures higher as USD/JPY falls
US index futures were higher in Asia: S&P 500 futures up 0.07 percent and Nasdaq 100 futures up 0.13 percent (Dow futures up 0.1 percent, Russell 2000 up 0.05 percent). USD/JPY fell 0.55 percent; WTI was unchanged.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 04:00 AM UTC
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TiVo OS unveils generative AI discovery and expanded free streaming at IFA 2026
TiVo Platform Technologies LLC said it is rolling out enhancements to TiVo OS, including generative AI-powered content discovery, expanded free streaming content, and improved interactive TV experiences for IFA 2026.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 04:00 AM UTC
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Hutchmed announces licensing agreement with GSK for KRAS-EGFR therapy
Hutchmed said it has announced a licensing agreement with GSK for a KRAS-EGFR antibody conjugate cancer therapy.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 04:00 AM UTC
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U.S. judge blocks EPA bid to send CA vehicle emissions for repeal
A U.S. judge blocked an EPA attempt to forward California vehicle emissions rules to Republican-controlled Congress for possible repeal, according to the ruling.
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 03, 2026, 03:59 AM UTC
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SGLLV AGM cites profit growth, strong returns amid pressures
SGLLV’s AGM pointed to profit growth and strong shareholder returns despite revenue pressures. Management reiterated a global expansion, operational efficiency and sustainability focus, while citing water policy, supply
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:58 AM UTC
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Sigenergy claims No. 1 global MWh ranking in S&P residential storage tracker
Sigenergy says it secured the No. 1 global ranking by MWh shipments in S&P Global Energy’s Residential Energy Storage Market Tracker for H1 2026, with a leading 14% market share.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:57 AM UTC
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HDFC Bank weighting in Nifty 50 shrinks to 9.81%
HDFC Bank Ltd.’s NSE Nifty 50 Index weighting has shrunk to 9.81%, leaving it narrowly ahead of rival ICICI amid a leadership upheaval and governance concerns that have deepened a selloff.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:56 AM UTC
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Qatar ports report higher August bulk cargo and livestock handling
Hamad, Ruwais and Doha ports saw increased bulk cargo and livestock handling in August versus the previous month, according to a Mwani Qatar post on its X platform.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:56 AM UTC
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Corn futures slip below $5.2 on profit-taking
Corn futures fell below $5.2 per bushel as traders took profits from a recent rally. Losses were tempered by ongoing support tied to US yield concerns and potential export demand.
EARNINGS | Sep 03, 2026, 03:55 AM UTC
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Australian bond-market talk points to upside for 10-year yields
AMP chief economist Shane Oliver says the recent rise in U.S. bond yields is flowing into Australia, a headwind for state and federal governments borrowing at high rates.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:53 AM UTC
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Nikkei rises 0.4% and Topix gains 1.2% as yen strengthens
Nikkei 225 rose 0.4% to above 64,500 and Topix climbed 1.2% to 4,130 on Thursday, tracking Wall Street gains after bond-yield pullback. Financials led, with Mitsubishi UFJ up 2.6%, Sumitomo Mitsui 2.7% and Mizuho 2.3%.
EARNINGS | Sep 03, 2026, 03:53 AM UTC
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Stock futures rise as investors weigh earnings for AVGO, SNOW, DELL
U.S. stock futures traded higher late Wednesday ahead of marquee earnings, while investors looked past Middle East tensions. Dow futures rose 0.11%; S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 gained 0.07% and 0.14%.
EARNINGS | Sep 03, 2026, 03:53 AM UTC
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Piper Sandler cuts HPE target to $57 from $63
Piper Sandler cut its target price on HPE to $57 from $63.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:50 AM UTC
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Gazprom says Far East gas supply project to China progressing
Gazprom says its Far East gas supply project to China is progressing according to plan, per LiveSquawk.
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 03, 2026, 03:49 AM UTC
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Rupee jumps to 2-month high, gains 67 paise to 94.30 vs dollar
Indian rupee surged Thursday (September 3), reaching a 2-month high. It appreciated 67 paise against the US dollar to open at 94.30, versus the previous day’s closing.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:46 AM UTC
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RBL Bank jumps after Citi keeps Buy rating and ₹440 target
RBL Bank shares drew focus Thursday, Sept 3, after Citi retained a ‘Buy’ rating and set a ₹440 price target. The target implies upside from Wednesday’s close of ₹388.80.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:46 AM UTC
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CFTC moves to dismiss CME lawsuit over crypto perpetual futures approval
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission asked a federal court to throw out CME Group’s lawsuit tied to the agency’s approval of cryptocurrency perpetual futures, calling the case “much ado about nothing.”
CRYPTO | Sep 03, 2026, 03:46 AM UTC
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Japan sells 30Y bonds; issue size and yields rise
Japan 30Y bond issue size was 456.2B (prev 455.8B). Average yield rose to 4.079% (prev 3.937%). Bid-to-cover was 3.788 (prev 3.864) and tail yield 4.100% (prev 3.952%).
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:46 AM UTC
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Singapore stocks hit record high, tracking Wall Street rally
Singapore shares rose 36 points, or 0.6%, to a record high of 5,780 around noon Thursday, extending gains from the previous session after an overnight Wall Street rally.
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 03, 2026, 03:44 AM UTC
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Ligent plans Hong Kong IPO as soon as September 14, sources say
Chinese optical communications equipment maker Ligent Technologies plans to launch its Hong Kong IPO as soon as September 14, aiming to raise around $800 million, two people said.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:42 AM UTC
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Meesho block deal sells 1.7% stake worth Rs 1,650.4 crore
A 1.7% stake in Meesho Ltd worth Rs 1,650.4 crore changed hands via a block deal. Up to 8 crore shares were sold at Rs 206.3, versus a prior close of Rs 211.6.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:36 AM UTC
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Rupee opens higher versus dollar after $127 billion FX inflow
The Indian rupee opened higher versus the US dollar on Sept. 3, gaining 67 paise to 94.30 per dollar after $127 billion was mobilised via foreign-currency non-resident bank deposits.
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 03, 2026, 03:36 AM UTC
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Mubadala Energy reports 30.9% scope 1 and 2 emissions reduction in 2025
Mubadala Energy published its 2025 Sustainability Report, citing a 30.9% reduction in scope 1 and 2 emissions during 2025 and progress across ESG performance.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:36 AM UTC
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Japan MoF auctions 4.0% 30-year bonds, lowest price 98.65
Japan’s Ministry of Finance auctioned Y456.2 billion of 4.0% 30-year government bonds (No 9 reopened). The lowest price was 98.65, yielding 4.1%.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:35 AM UTC
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Sheikh Mohammed says UAE will not wait for perfect conditions
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum said on Wednesday that the UAE will continue major projects, economic initiatives and reforms without waiting for “perfect conditions,” as he chaired a Cabinet meeting.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:34 AM UTC
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Safari Construction secures main contract for Hail International Airport expansion
Leading Saudi builder Safari Construction secured the main contract for expanding Hail International Airport, including rehabilitation of the existing passenger terminal and construction of new airport facilities and rel
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:33 AM UTC
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Regis Healthcare shares plunge nearly 35% after funding rate shortfall
Regis Healthcare (ASX:REG) shares plunged nearly 35% after the company said an increase in the government residential aged-care funding rate fell well short of inflation across the sector and economy.
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 03, 2026, 03:33 AM UTC
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India offers Nepal help rebuilding hydropower and key infrastructure
India has offered to help Nepal restore hydropower plants and critical roads and bridges after floods and landslides, according to three officials aware of the talks.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:33 AM UTC
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Avendus Capital MD sees Indian IPOs topping $20 billion this year
India’s equity capital markets may see a little over $20 billion in IPO issuance by year-end, driven by strong primary IPOs, secondary trading and a busy near-term pipeline, Avendus Capital’s MD said.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:33 AM UTC
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August IPO debuts bring average 28% gain, fivefold jump
New IPO listings in August saw debut trading gains averaging 28% versus offer prices on day one, ending a prolonged earlier-months market drought. Gains were described as a fivefold jump versus the first seven months of
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:33 AM UTC
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Kortech awarded works contract for Al Khobar Entertainment Complex
Hassan Allam Holding says its subsidiary Kortech was awarded execution, testing and commissioning of mechanical, electrical and plumbing works for Al Khobar Entertainment Complex in Saudi Arabia.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:32 AM UTC
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GeoPark announces strategic entry into Venezuela via Grupo Gilinski deal
Latin America-focused energy company GeoPark said it is strategically entering Venezuela through a deal with Colombia’s Grupo Gilinski, targeting Venezuela’s heavy-oil Bare Block asset.
COMMODITIES | Sep 03, 2026, 03:32 AM UTC
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Vulcan’s Project Ludwig Phase Two PFS targets €1.7bn NPV8
Phase Two PFS for Project Ludwig shows €1.7bn post-tax NPV8, 20.2% IRR and 15% lower capital intensity versus Lionheart. Project targets 21,100 tpa lithium carbonate and 3,125 GWh renewable heat.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:32 AM UTC
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VUL’s Project Ludwig Phase 2 targets 21.1 ktpa lithium carbonate
Phase 2 of Project Ludwig will deliver 21.1 ktpa lithium carbonate and 3,125 GWh heat annually, using learnings from Phase 1 and proven technology under a 30-year project life.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:31 AM UTC
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Moody’s says big U.S. tech may retain AI lead despite China
Moody’s Ratings expects large U.S. technology companies to maintain advantages in artificial intelligence despite rising China competition. It cites lower infrastructure costs, policy support and open-source models, whil
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 03, 2026, 03:31 AM UTC
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LIN partnership locks 10-year offtake for 8,000 tpa REO facility in Kazakhstan
LIN said a strategic partnership with Carester will deliver an 8,000 tpa REO separation facility in Kazakhstan, backed by a 10-year offtake agreement and government support.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:30 AM UTC
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Japanese investors sell overseas bonds for second straight week
Japanese investors sold foreign bonds for a second straight week through August 29, selling a net 824 billion yen ($5.20 billion), citing high inflation and expectations of higher interest rates.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:30 AM UTC
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Market talk says Australia’s 3-year bond yields look attractive
TradingView reports market pricing of 1.5 additional Australian rate increases, which Andrew Canobi of Franklin Templeton Australia calls aggressive. He says 3-year government bonds at current levels look attractive.
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 03, 2026, 03:30 AM UTC
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Saudi-Chinese consortium wins $348 million sewage treatment plants O&M deal
Armada and Zhangzhou United Waters consortium secured a long-term operation and maintenance contract from Saudi Arabia’s National Water Company for nine sewage treatment plants across four regions, sized at SAR1.3 billio
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:29 AM UTC
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stc Bahrain signs strategic reseller partnership with UiPath
stc Bahrain announced at LEAP in Riyadh a strategic reseller partnership with UiPath to deliver enterprise-grade robotic process automation (RPA) and automation technologies.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:28 AM UTC
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About 80 million Meesho shares trade in block deal worth Rs 16.50 billion
About 80 million Meesho shares changed hands in a block deal worth Rs 16.50 billion, per NSE data reported by TradingView News.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:26 AM UTC
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Faraday Future strategy update; signs advisory with AIBOT
Faraday Future (FFAI) advances its “Built in USA” strategy and participates in the FCC public-comment process.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:25 AM UTC
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Netskope shares gain as fiscal Q2 revenue jumps 29%
Netskope reported fiscal second-quarter revenue up 29% and narrowed its loss versus a year earlier, citing cloud and AI security demand. The company also raised its full-year outlook.
EARNINGS | Sep 03, 2026, 03:24 AM UTC
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Asian Markets Track Wall Street Higher
CANBERA (dpa-AFX) - Asian markets are trading mostly higher on Thursday, following the broadly positive cues from Wall Street overnight, amid optimism over the outlook for interest rates even amid concerns about global i
MACRO | Sep 03, 2026, 03:23 AM UTC
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Northern Territory push to bypass grid-connection queues for AI data centres
Gas producers and advisers are promoting Australia’s Northern Territory as an AI data-centre base where developers could bypass grid-connection queues by building their own power-generating units.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:23 AM UTC
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MGNI set for more gains after Google adtech antitrust ruling
Craig-Hallum said a Google AdTech antitrust case development supports independent adtech firms, particularly supply-side platforms, and sees Magnite as a key beneficiary.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:22 AM UTC
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Yen extends gains on hawkish repricing of Japanese rate expectations
The yen extended gains after a prior-session burst higher as traders pointed to a hawkish repricing of domestic rate expectations rather than attributing the move to Japanese authorities.
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 03, 2026, 03:20 AM UTC
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India stocks fall as US-Iran tensions lift crude; Nifty 0.59% lower
Indian equities ended sharply lower after a fresh US-Iran conflict escalation lifted crude, reviving inflation and rate-hike worries. Nifty 50 fell 141.35 points, or 0.59%, to 23,914.45; Sensex also declined.
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 03, 2026, 03:19 AM UTC
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Dollar deposit inflows push India bank CD rates lower
Mumbai (Sept. 3) — A surge in dollar deposits has pressured banks’ short-term borrowing costs, with certificates of deposit (CD) rates falling since India’s overseas-citizens plan closed.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:19 AM UTC
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Indonesian shares rise 0.7% to 3-1/2-month high after BI leadership change
Indonesian stocks rose 49 points, or 0.7%, to 6,644, rebounding and reaching a 3-1/2-month high. Sentiment improved after Wall Street’s partial rebound, as investors bargain-hunted sectors hit by recent risk-off.
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 03, 2026, 03:18 AM UTC
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Jefferies-linked fund secures London freezing order against Radiant World
LAM Trade Finance Group II, with a minority stake held by Jefferies, obtained a freezing order from a London court against iron ore trader Radiant World and its founder, a source said.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:18 AM UTC
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Nomura initiates coverage on Wakefit with Buy, targets ₹200
Wakefit Innovations Ltd shares are in focus Sept. 3 after Nomura initiated coverage with a ‘Buy’ call and a ₹200 price target, implying around 31% upside from the stock’s close.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:17 AM UTC
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Greene says Trump wants Americans to work more for spending
Marjorie Taylor Greene said Trump is telling Americans they do not work enough and should work more to fund government spending, while she cited Labor Day, war costs and federal outlays.
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 03, 2026, 03:16 AM UTC
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Dotz Nano adds three agreements for energy savings platform build-out
Dotz Nano (DTZ) announced three milestones for its Dotz Energy decarbonisation and energy savings platform, including a confidential letter of intent with Eneriqs AI for a proposed technology licence and option.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:16 AM UTC
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DBS’s Jim Hin Kwong Au sees BYD Electronic earnings inflection in 2027
DBS Group Research’s Jim Hin Kwong Au says BYD Electronic could see an earnings inflection in 2027, citing liquid cooling and high-voltage power, while AI infrastructure remains the main growth driver.
EARNINGS | Sep 03, 2026, 03:16 AM UTC
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Tillys Inc reports results for the quarter ended April 30 - Earnings Summary
FORECAST CHANGESRECOMMENDATIONSThis summary was machine generated from LSEG data September 3 at 03:13 a.m. UTC. All figures in US dollars unless otherwise stated. (For questions concerning the data in this report, conta
EARNINGS | Sep 03, 2026, 03:13 AM UTC
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Malaysia Stock Market Outlook Clouded by Geopolitical, Political Risks — Market Talk
The Malaysian stock market could be weighed by geopolitical and domestic political uncertainties despite strong economic fundamentals and corporate earnings growth, Affin Hwang Investment Bank analyst Loong Chee Wei and
EARNINGS | Sep 03, 2026, 03:12 AM UTC
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DBS Group Research raises BYD Electronic target to HK$40
DBS Group Research raised the target price on BYD Electronic to HK$40.00 from HK$30.00.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:12 AM UTC
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SpaceX shares could nearly double on Nvidia AI expansion, Oppenheimer says
Oppenheimer said shares of SpaceX could nearly double as its Nvidia-powered AI expansion opens a larger revenue opportunity. SPCX fell 1% to $140.71 on Wednesday, its second straight red session.
EARNINGS | Sep 03, 2026, 03:12 AM UTC
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Spot gold may test resistance at $4,444/oz
Spot gold may test a resistance at $4,444 per ounce. It has climbed above a lower resistance at $4,413, and a break above could open the way toward $4,464-$4,495.
COMMODITIES | Sep 03, 2026, 03:11 AM UTC
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Soybeans push above $13 as China buying lifts futures
Soybean futures rose above $13.0 per bushel, trading near their highest since December 2023, supported by fresh Chinese purchases and signs of tighter U.S. crop conditions.
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 03, 2026, 03:10 AM UTC
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Daiichi Life Group New Zealand unit partners Fidelity Life in acquisition
Daiichi Life Group, Inc. says its New Zealand subsidiary partners group holdings limited acquired Fidelity Life, as reported by TradingView News.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:09 AM UTC
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RPG Life Sciences buys Raghava API unit for up to Rs 135 crore
RPG Life Sciences acquired Raghava Life Sciences’ active pharmaceutical ingredients and intermediates business for up to Rs 135 crore, its second acquisition in just over a month.
MNA | Sep 03, 2026, 03:06 AM UTC
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Utilities DUK and WEC highlight dividend outperformance vs majors
TradingView says energy stocks have rebounded on Strait of Hormuz conflict and rising oil prices, and that DUK and WEC are outperforming larger peers on dividend-related performance.
COMMODITIES | Sep 03, 2026, 03:05 AM UTC
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Euro and sterling slide versus yen
Euro drops 0.44% versus yen; sterling declines 0.45% against yen.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:05 AM UTC
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Australia GDP prompts talk of another RBA rate hike, says economist
TradingView citing Challenger economist Jonathan Kearns says solid 2Q GDP growth broad-based across consumption, dwelling investment, public spending and exports could open the door to another RBA rate hike.
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 03, 2026, 03:04 AM UTC
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SGLLV profit after tax rises 4% as record dividend declared
SGLLV reported profit after tax up 4% and declared a record dividend. The update also cited strategic progress on global expansion, diversification and sustainability, alongside addressed risks including water policy and
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:03 AM UTC
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Asia session: S&P 500 edges up; Nasdaq slips; USD/JPY falls
Asian trade shows S&P 500 futures slightly higher and Nasdaq 100 futures slightly lower. Dow futures rise and Russell 2000 futures edge up. USD/JPY is lower.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:01 AM UTC
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KONE Indonesia Sets New Industry Benchmark as First to Achieve Platinum Green Product Certification
KONE continues to lead the way in sustainable building solutions, supporting Indonesia's transition towards greener urban developmentJAKARTA, Indonesia, Sept. 3, 2026 // -- KONE, a global leader in the elevator and escal
COMMODITIES | Sep 03, 2026, 03:00 AM UTC
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Kiwi stabilizes near $0.585 after RBNZ cautions on tightening path
New Zealand dollar held most prior losses after stabilizing around $0.585. RBNZ raised official cash rate by 25 basis points to 2.75% and said further hikes are likely but tightening is gradual, with timing highly uncert
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 03, 2026, 03:00 AM UTC
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Nestle to invest $392.73M in Brazilian infant formula factory
Nestle (NESR) will invest 2 billion reais ($392.73 million) in its nutrition and health division in Brazil through 2028, including 600 million reais for a new infant formula factory in Minas Gerais state.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 03:00 AM UTC
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UBS flags subsidy shortfall risk for Regis Healthcare after aged-care index change
UBS says an Australian National Aged Care Classification starting price rise of 2.55% is below cost inflation for Regis Healthcare. It cites 3.8% FY 2026 wage inflation in the health sector and expects negative implicati
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 02:59 AM UTC
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Rupee set for gains after $127 bln NRI deposit mobilisation
The rupee is set to extend its recent rally after India mobilised $127 billion via foreign-currency non-resident bank deposits, exceeding market expectations and boosting RBI capacity to support the currency.
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 03, 2026, 02:57 AM UTC
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Inox Wind shares rise on 100 MW turnkey order worth ₹755 crore
Inox Wind said it won a 100 MW turnkey order from Indian Oil worth approximately ₹755 crore. The turnkey scope includes post-commissioning operations and maintenance (O&M) services.
COMMODITIES | Sep 03, 2026, 02:56 AM UTC
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MXI opens exclusive due diligence with Ares after $2.50-a-share bid
MaxiPARTS Limited (MXI) opened exclusive due diligence with Ares Management Asia after receiving a conditional $2.50-a-share cash proposal. The non-binding approach values the commercial vehicle parts distributor at an e
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 02:56 AM UTC
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Yen firms as BOJ seen leaning toward more aggressive tightening
The yen strengthens versus other G-10 and Asian currencies as prospects grow for more aggressive BOJ monetary tightening. UOB Global Economics & Markets Research points to the BOJ’s recent focus and Wednesday remarks.
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 03, 2026, 02:56 AM UTC
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Grayscale says Bitcoin is decoupling from Nasdaq
Grayscale said Bitcoin’s 90-day correlation with the Nasdaq Composite has fallen from about 60% to 33%, while its correlation with gold has risen from near zero to nearly 50%.
CRYPTO | Sep 03, 2026, 02:53 AM UTC
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India bonds set for steady open; short-end debt may gain
Investors look to oil-price moves and Treasuries as India’s longer-duration government bonds are expected to open steady Thursday, while short-term debt could rise after larger-than-anticipated central-bank special schem
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 03, 2026, 02:50 AM UTC
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Malaysian palm oil rebounds as Dalian strengthens, crude caps gains
Malaysian palm oil futures rebounded on Thursday after the prior session’s drop. Stronger Dalian oils lifted prices, but weaker crude oil and softer Chicago soyoil capped gains.
COMMODITIES | Sep 03, 2026, 02:50 AM UTC
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PlusAI makes third bid to go public via SPAC merger
PlusAI is making a third attempt to reach public markets via a merger with a blank-check company backed by Yorkville Advisors-managed funds, giving the business roughly $800 million, per the company.
MNA | Sep 03, 2026, 02:49 AM UTC
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Yen Traders Brace For Holiday Intervention Risk Around BoJ
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CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 03, 2026, 02:48 AM UTC
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Development Bank of Kazakhstan sells 3.7 billion yuan dim sum bonds
Development Bank of Kazakhstan raised 3.7 billion yuan ($550 million) on Wednesday in its second dim sum bond sale in a year, tapping the offshore yuan market amid robust investor demand.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 02:48 AM UTC
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Remote shale gas basin in Australia cited amid Hormuz security fears
A remote shale natural gas field in northern Australia is framed as potentially benefiting from Hormuz security fears as Asia grapples with fallout from the Iran conflict, according to Clyde Russell.
COMMODITIES | Sep 03, 2026, 02:48 AM UTC
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ByteDance secures $29.6 billion loan after seeking $20 billion
Bloomberg News reports ByteDance has secured a $29.6 billion loan, after initially seeking a $20 billion facility and increasing the size on strong bank commitments.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 02:47 AM UTC
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Motiva and Valero restart FCCU at Port Arthur refinery after Storm Edouard
Motiva restarted a gasoline-producing FCCU shut by Tropical Storm Edouard at its 656,400 bpd Port Arthur, Texas refinery on Wednesday, according to people familiar with plant operations. Valero is listed at VLO.
EQUITY | Sep 03, 2026, 02:42 AM UTC
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Copper rises early Asia on Chile supply dip and low inventories
Copper prices are higher in early Asian trade, supported by supply concerns. Chile’s July output fell 9.4% year-on-year due to severe weather and mine maintenance, Huatai futures analysts said, alongside low domestic inv
COMMODITIES | Sep 03, 2026, 02:42 AM UTC
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Palm oil lifts as dry-weather risks disrupt shipments in Kalimantan
Palm oil rose in Asian trading as severe dry weather disrupted shipments in Kalimantan, with declining water levels in key rivers. AmInvestment Bank flagged drought and intensified wildfires in Sumatra and Kalimantan as
COMMODITIES | Sep 03, 2026, 02:41 AM UTC