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Alphabet Reports Negative Free Cash Flow for the First Time in Q2, Raises Full-Year AI Capital Expenditures to the $200 Billion Range, and Suspends Share Buybacks; Microsoft’s Q4 Revenue Exceeds Expectations, and Its Stock Price Jumps 15.51% in After-Hours Trading
Google Parent company Alphabet reported its second-quarter financial results, with revenue reaching $119.796 billion, but free cash flow turned negative for the first time, recording -$5.9 billion.The
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Coca-Cola (KO) Shares Up 26% YTD, Outperforming S&P 500, Extends Dividend King Status with 64th Consecutive Payout Hike, and Reports Q2 Revenue of $13.4B, EPS $0.97, Exceeding Estimates
Coca-Cola (KO) shares have risen 26% year-to-date as of July 29, significantly outperforming the S&P 500 index's 9% gain. The beverage giant has also extended its status as a Dividend King by raising
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The Federal Reserve has cut interest rates three times since September 2025, lowering the upper limit of the federal funds rate to 3.75%; the real estate market has responded positively, with three related ETFs posting strong performance, including the Hoya Capital High Dividend Yield ETF (RIET), which has yielded nearly 10.5%.
Since September 2025, the Federal Reserve has cut interest rates three times, lowering the upper limit of the federal funds rate target to 3.75%. As a result, the real estate market has been active. T
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Analysis: Target-Date Funds Charge 6x More Than Two-ETF Alternatives, Potentially Saving Investors Five Figures Over 30 Years
An analysis highlights that the average target-date fund charges approximately 0.30% in fees, which is six times higher than a comparable two-ETF portfolio, such as a 90/10 blend of Vanguard Total Wor
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U.S. President Donald Trump has once again criticized the Federal Reserve, saying its board is “highly politicized” and that interest rates should be lowered.
U.S. President Donald Trump once again publicly criticized the Federal Reserve this week, calling its board members “highly politicized” and stating that interest rates should be lowered. Donald Trump
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Fed Chair Warsh is considering reducing the number of policy meetings, and S&P traders are concerned that the market will experience sharp volatility
Bloomberg Markets reported that Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh is considering reducing the number of policy meetings, a move interpreted by the market as a form of “silent treatment” that has he
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South Korea Confirms 22% Crypto Tax Starting in 2027; Trading Volume Has Plummeted 54.6% in the First Half of the Year
South Korean Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Koo Yun-cheol confirmed on July 29 that South Korea will levy a 22% tax on cryptocurrency gains starting in 2027, as planned. The tax rate ap
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HSBC: AI Overspending Concerns Dominate Market Sentiment, 'Hyperscaler Overspend' Scenario Most Likely at 37%
HSBC states that concerns over major technology companies' aggressive spending on artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure have become the dominant theme influencing AI-related equities. According
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Billionaire investors Mark Cuban and Michael Burry warn that the AI boom in the U.S. stock market may be built on shaky ground, with NVIDIAs posing a key risk.
Billionaire entrepreneur Mark Cuban and “The Big Short” investor Michael Burry recently sounded the alarm about the AI boom in the U.S. stock market, pointing out that it may be built on shaky ground.
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An analysis points out that U.S. stock markets are hitting new highs while consumer sentiment remains low; overvalued AI stocks and the wealth gap may be the main causes.
According to an analysis by Yahoo Finance, the S&P 500 Index has hit record highs approximately 23 times in 2026, but at the same time, consumer sentiment is at an all-time low, creating a massive div
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Iran warned the U.S. not to “play with fire,” saying it has prepared a retaliation plan, following reports that the U.S. might attack Iranian energy facilities
Iranian authorities have warned that Iran will retaliate if the United States attacks its critical energy infrastructure. This comes after reports in U.S. media suggested that the United States and Is
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The analysis notes that while the stock prices of Berkshire Hathaway and Micron both appear cheap on the surface, it is more optimistic about the sustainability of Berkshire’s earnings.
An analysis piece on Yahoo Finance noted that the stock prices of Berkshire Hathaway and Micron Technology appear cheap on the surface, but the article is more optimistic about the sustainability of B
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Walmart, Costco, Amazon Poised to Be Major Beneficiaries as Americans Shift to Direct GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drug Prescriptions
Walmart, Costco, and Amazon are set to gain significantly as more Americans obtain GLP-1 weight-loss drug prescriptions directly, often due to employers dropping coverage. This shift towards direct-to
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Turkey Said to Extend Iraq Oil Pipeline Deal by One Year, Ensuring Supply Bypassing Strait of Hormuz
Turkey is said to have reached an agreement with Iraq to extend an expired oil pipeline deal by one year. This extension ensures the continued supply of oil through an exports route that bypasses the
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Israel weighs Hamas disarmament proposal and Trump-backed Gaza road map; officials monitor risk of renewed military action against Iran
Israel is currently weighing a Hamas-backed disarmament proposal, as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu prepares to present a Trump-backed Gaza road map to his cabinet. Key questions regarding the plan
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Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh Considers Reducing Policy Meetings, Raising Concerns Over Market Volatility
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh is reportedly considering reducing the number of Federal Reserve policy meetings. This potential move has drawn concern from economists and market strategists, who
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The analysis indicates that of the NEOS Nasdaq-100 High-Yield ETF (QQQI)’s 14% yield, approximately 98% consists of capital returns rather than income, and it has underperformed the QQQ year-to-date.
Yahoo Finance analysis points out that of the approximately 14% yield advertised by the NEOS Nasdaq-100 High-Yield ETF (QQQI), about 98% of the distributions are classified as “return of capital” rath
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OpenAI has confirmed the existence of its next-generation model, Astra, which solved ten unsolved mathematical problems at a computational cost of approximately $2,000 and demonstrated its capabilities to U.S. regulators.
OpenAI has confirmed the existence of its next-generation model family, Astra, whose core capability lies in driving the long-term collaborative operation of multiple AI agents to solve highly complex
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OPEC+ may decide Sunday to lift oil output quotas for a sixth straight month; analysts warn exports could be problematic amid broadening Iran war
OPEC+ may decide Sunday to lift oil output quotas for a sixth straight month; analysts warn exports could be problematic amid broadening Iran war
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Indian Oil Corp. Buys Record Spot Crude Share in Q2 as US-Iran Conflict Hits Mideast Supply
Indian Oil Corp. (IOC) purchased a record share of its crude oil from the spot market during the April-June quarter. This shift comes as the US-Iran conflict has disrupted traditional supplies from th
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Iranian Media Reports Explosion Heard in Western Iran's Eslamabad Gharb, Cause and Specific Location Unknown
Iranian media reports an explosion was heard in Eslamabad Gharb, located in western Iran. The cause and specific location of the explosion are currently unknown.
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Iranian Kurdish Parties in Iraq Face Intense Iranian Attacks, Deny US Military Aid
Iranian Kurdish opposition parties based in Iraq are facing a delicate balance as their bases have been heavily attacked by Iranian drones and missiles since the US-Israel strikes on Iran began on Feb
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US Mortgage Rates on August 1: 30-Year Fixed Rises 10 Bps to 6.65%, 5/1 ARM Up 23 Bps to 6.65%
According to average rates from the Zillow lender marketplace, US mortgage rates were mostly higher on Saturday, August 1, 2026, compared to Friday. The 30-year fixed rate increased by 10 basis points
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Synchrony Bank Offers 4.15% APY on 14-Month CD, Topping Today's Best Rates
Synchrony Bank is offering a 4.15% annual percentage yield (APY) on its 14-month certificate of deposit (CD), marking the highest CD rate available as of Saturday, August 1, 2026. This comes after the
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Lebanon’s National News Agency (NNA) reported that an interceptor, launched from the Israeli settlement Metula
The Israel Defence Force (IDF) reported downing a “suspicious aerial target” flying over southern Lebanon in an area where soldiers are operating. Lebanon’s National News Agency (NNA) reported that an
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A Chinese national, Zheng Zhao (44岁), has been extradited to the United States and appeared in a Los Angeles federal court on October 23
A Chinese national, Zheng Zhao (44岁), has been extradited to the United States and appeared in a Los Angeles federal court on October 23. He is charged with conspiracy to commit money laundering, faci
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Serhii Beskrestnov, defense technology advisor to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Serhii Beskrestnov, defense technology advisor to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, refuted Elon Musk's claim that the Ukrainian military violated Starlink's terms of service by using it for of
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Israeli attacks across Gaza since dawn today have killed at least eight Palestinians, Al Jazeera reported
Israeli attacks across Gaza since dawn today have killed at least eight Palestinians, Al Jazeera reported. The victims include four people in northern Gaza, one in Deir al-Balah in central Gaza, and t
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the national airline of Iran (known as "Homa" in Iran), has activated a new website domain in response to tightening U.S. sanctions
Iran Air, the national airline of Iran (known as "Homa" in Iran), has activated a new website domain in response to tightening U.S. sanctions. According to the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA), the
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Ben-Gvir boasted about confiscating a cake made by Palestinian prisoners at Rimon Prison using saved jam and bread
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir posted on X that he would make life "like hell" for Palestinian prisoners and prayed for the execution of "terrorists." He also called for the "disma
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warned that unequal access to artificial intelligence (AI) risks widening the gap between rich and poor countries
Tomas Lamanauskas, the deputy secretary-general of the UN's International Telecommunication Union (ITU), warned that unequal access to artificial intelligence (AI) risks widening the gap between rich
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Central Command (CENTCOM), flew over the Strait of Hormuz by helicopter and met with U.S. military personnel
Admiral Brad Cooper, Commander of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), flew over the Strait of Hormuz by helicopter and met with U.S. military personnel. Cooper stated that the visit underscored the U.S.'s
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The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs posted on X that the Houthi missile attacks on Saudi Arabia are a "blatant violation of the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia" and stated that the UAE supports "all measures" taken by Saudi Arabia "to maintain its security and stability."
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs posted on X that the Houthi missile attacks on Saudi Arabia are a "blatant violation of the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia" and stated that the UAE supp
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SoftBank Group is discussing a $50 billion AI investment plan in Malaysia
SoftBank Group is discussing a $50 billion AI investment plan in Malaysia, focusing on artificial intelligence and data centers, as the Japanese technology conglomerate looks to expand its AI infrastr
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The Trump administration announced a 90-day suspension of some beef tariffs in late August 2026, a move aimed at lowering consumer prices
The Trump administration announced a 90-day suspension of some beef tariffs in late August 2026, a move aimed at lowering consumer prices, but which caused U.S. cattle auction prices to plummet, tempo
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Al Jazeera reported that on October 25, an Israeli attack on Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza City killed one Palestinian. Dozens attended the victim's funeral.
Al Jazeera reported that on October 25, an Israeli attack on Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza City killed one Palestinian. Dozens attended the victim's funeral.
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He stated that the Israeli military is prepared for both defense and offense
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that Iran and its allies might attempt to disrupt Tuesday's Israeli general election through attacks. He stated that the Israeli military is prepared f
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US President Donald Trump has criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, particularly after an Israeli military strike in Qatar
Al Jazeera reports that while the US government officially supports Israel and its decision to launch a war against Iran on February 28, 2026, "cracks" have emerged in the relationship ahead of electi
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Israeli soldiers beat and injured Hijazi Shawer, a 70-year-old Palestinian shopkeeper and community leader, during a raid in Hebron, in the occupied West Bank. The assault comes amid house-to-house searches and the forced displacement of more than 2,000 people.
Israeli soldiers beat and injured Hijazi Shawer, a 70-year-old Palestinian shopkeeper and community leader, during a raid in Hebron, in the occupied West Bank. The assault comes amid house-to-house se
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Trump states there will be no strike on Iran today, departing from earlier hints of a possible Sunday attack or deal
Trump states there will be no strike on Iran today, departing from earlier hints of a possible Sunday attack or deal. The US president, when asked whether US strikes could resume as soon as today as h
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the organizers of the Dakar Rally announced that the event, originally scheduled to be held in Saudi Arabia in January 2027
According to Al Jazeera, the organizers of the Dakar Rally announced that the event, originally scheduled to be held in Saudi Arabia in January 2027, has been canceled and will be relocated. The organ
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Globevisa's Global Citizen Conference 2026 opens today at the JW Marriott Hong Kong
Globevisa's Global Citizen Conference 2026 opens today at the JW Marriott Hong Kong, bringing together government representatives, industry leaders, family offices, and professional advisers from more
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Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip have killed at least seven Palestinians, including at the Islamic University campus in Gaza City
Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip have killed at least seven Palestinians, including at the Islamic University campus in Gaza City. Al Jazeera reported that an Israeli airstrike on the Islamic Uni
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He believes that even if war breaks out again, the outcome would not differ from the previous two times
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that a potential renewed war with the United States and Israel would not alter the current reality, and Iran's policy remains unchanged. He believes that
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Brazil's interest in strengthening regional integration to counterbalance the United States may diminish
Michel Ahn Paarlberg, a professor of political science at Virginia Commonwealth University, analyzed that due to changes in Brazil's political landscape, regardless of whether Lula da Silva or Bolsona
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The Trump administration announced multiple energy agreements aimed at unleashing American energy and lowering gasoline prices
The Trump administration announced multiple energy agreements aimed at unleashing American energy and lowering gasoline prices. These include the largest oil deal in world history with Venezuela, secu
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During a Michigan Senate debate, Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed stated that the rising costs of gas and groceries are linked to the US-Israel war on Iran. El-Sayed called for a War Powers Resolution, criticizing his Republican rival Mike Rogers for aligning with Donald Trump on the conflict.
During a Michigan Senate debate, Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed stated that the rising costs of gas and groceries are linked to the US-Israel war on Iran. El-Sayed called for a War Powers Resolut
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says talks with the US are "meaningless" until the seven conditions Iran put forth weeks ago are met
Iran parliament official Abbas Gouzardi, spokesman for the speaker of Iran’s parliament, says talks with the US are "meaningless" until the seven conditions Iran put forth weeks ago are met. Gouzardi
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Bitcoin as a Bank Reserve Asset: Real-World Exploration and Controversy
As countries such as the United States, El Salvador, and the Czech Republic incorporate Bitcoin into their national reserves or explore its practical applications in various forms, the debate over whether banks should hold Bitcoin as a reserve asset is intensifying. Proponents argue that Bitcoin's scarcity, anti-inflationary properties, and low correlation with traditional assets make it an effective tool for diversifying risk. However, opponents, represented by the European Central Bank (ECB) and the Federal Reserve, emphasize its price volatility, regulatory uncertainty, and security risks, asserting that it does not yet meet the standards for a reserve asset. This article reviews major global case studies and both sides of the argument, exploring the practical possibilities and challenges of this proposition.
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MetalLB: Core Load Balancing Solution for Bare-Metal Kubernetes with Five Key Highlights
MetalLB is an open-source network load balancer specifically designed for bare-metal Kubernetes clusters, addressing the absence of a native LoadBalancer service type in non-cloud environments. The project is currently in Beta but is widely adopted and considered stable and reliable. This article will delve into MetalLB's definition, its current project status, and its five core highlights, including its unique bare-metal load balancing capabilities, Layer 2 and BGP operational modes, lightweight Kubernetes-native design, cost-effectiveness and flexibility, and dynamic IP address allocation and external advertisement features, revealing its critical role in private cloud and edge computing scenarios.
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Previous, Forecast, Actual: These three numbers in the economic calendar are the market's script.
The economic calendar doesn't predict market trends; it merely answers "when, which country, and what numbers will be released." What truly drives prices is the difference between the actual value and the forecast. This article uses two sets of real data to illustrate how to read previous values, forecasts, and actuals, clarifies three common pitfalls—importance ratings, time zones, and revised figures—and provides a replicable weekly scheduling method.
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From Event to Your Screen: The Four Hurdles a Financial News Alert Must Clear
By the time the news is seen, half the market move has already happened. The problem often lies not in judgment, but in the sequence of information arrival. A financial news flash, from event occurrence to reaching the reader, must pass through four checkpoints: source coverage, deduplication and compression, traceable origin, and multi-language synchronization. This article breaks down this chain and provides three questions for ordinary investors to filter out noise.
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stated at the 35th annual CASPA conference held in the US on October 23rd that AI infrastructure investment is facing multiple challenges
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TREAT Token: An Analysis of the Core Token in the Shiba Inu Ecosystem
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UN and human rights organizations condemn Israeli evictions in Hebron, while Israeli ministers express support.
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