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Black Sea Oil Tanker Rates Surge to Record on Drones Barrage
Freight costs for oil tankers shipping crude from the Black Sea to the Mediterranean have risen to a record after a flurry of drone attacks, which has also driven down prices for Kazakhstan’s main CPC
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The analysis notes that Google’s stock, trading at $343, is a classic value pick among tech stocks, given its strong growth in the cloud business and low price-to-earnings ratio.
The analysis highlights Alphabet's Q2 2026 performance, which included an 11th consecutive EPS beat at $9.11, 24.2% revenue growth to $119.80 billion, and 82% Google Cloud growth with a $460 billion b
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Slovenia Joins EU's MiCA Stablecoin Register with Dinaro as Its First Issuer
Slovenia has officially joined the European Union's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) stablecoin register through electronic money institution Dinaro, marking its first issuer. The update also included
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Wintermute Reportedly to Invest $1 Billion in AI Infrastructure and High-Frequency Trading as Part of TradFi Expansion
Wintermute Reportedly to Invest $1 Billion in AI Infrastructure and High-Frequency Trading as Part of TradFi Expansion
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U.S. natural gas production is forecast to average 122.5 Bcf/d in 2026, surpassing 2025's record of 118.5 Bcf/d
The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) forecasts U.S. marketed natural gas production to average 122.5 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) in 2026, surpassing the previous record of 118.5 Bcf
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JPMorgan's Kelly Sees US Disinflation Trend from Lower Tariffs and Strait of Hormuz Oil Flow, Says Fed is on Wrong Track Signaling Less Communication
David Kelly, chief global strategist at JPMorgan Asset Management, stated that he anticipates a disinflation trend in the United States. He attributes this to decreasing tariff costs and the eventual
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Analysis suggests SpaceX's $1 trillion revenue target by 2030 is ambitious, with 2036 seen as a more realistic milestone
The target requires a 115% compound annual growth rate. While some analysts, like Raymond James, see significant upside potential for SpaceX shares, the article notes that achieving the revenue goal b
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Wheat futures surged 2.4% after Ukrainian drones reportedly struck two grain terminals at Russia’s Novorossiysk port, raising concerns over disruptions to Russian wheat shipments.
The terminals handle roughly 15 million metric tons of grain exports annually. Analysts warn Russia could struggle to maintain normal export volumes, while corn rose 0.6% and soybeans gained 0.3%.
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Russian Foreign Ministry, cited by TASS, accuses Ukraine of stirring chaos in food markets to serve Western interests.
Russian Foreign Ministry, cited by TASS, accuses Ukraine of stirring chaos in food markets to serve Western interests.
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New York City’s Five Pensions Gain 13% in Past Fiscal Year, Beating Investment Target on Surging US Stocks
New York City’s Five Pensions Gain 13% in Past Fiscal Year, Beating Investment Target on Surging US Stocks
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Cryptocurrencies climb after July CPI matches expectations, easing inflation concerns; Bitcoin rises 0.6% to $64,051, Ethereum gains 1.5% to $1,909
Cryptocurrencies moved higher after July CPI matched expectations, easing inflation concerns. Bitcoin rose 0.6% to $64,051, Ethereum gained 1.5% to $1,909, Solana added 0.8%, and XRP rose 0.2%. While
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NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang will update the trillion-dollar GPU business outlook on August 26, and expects CPU revenue to reach $20 billion this year, with a potential market of $200 billion.
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang will provide an update on his previously projected $1 trillion GPU (graphics processing unit) business opportunity after the company's Q2 FY2027 earnings release on August 26,
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Rachel Andreassian, an executive at Anchorage Digital, called on the U.S. not to establish a "second-class payment system" for federally regulated trust banks.
Rachel Anderika, Head of Global Operations at Anchorage Digital Bank, wrote that if an institution meets the criteria to participate in the U.S. banking system, there should be a clear path to access
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Fed whisperer Nick Timiraos reports July CPI core goods prices rose 0.20%, largest MoM increase since Sept 2025; shelter up 0.14%, core services ex-shelter up 0.19%.
Nick Timiraos, known for his insights into the Federal Reserve, highlighted key components of the July Consumer Price Index (CPI) data. Core goods prices increased by 0.20% month-over-month, marking t
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Aura AI Photonics ETF (PHOX) launches on NYSE Arca, focusing on AI data center optical interconnects
The Aura AI Photonics ETF (PHOX) has launched on NYSE Arca, becoming one of the first US-listed funds specifically targeting the optical interconnects, silicon photonics, and laser-based transceivers
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Baird's Ross Mayfield Says Softer Core Inflation and Limited Wage Pressure Make September Fed Hike Unlikely
Baird's Ross Mayfield Says Softer Core Inflation and Limited Wage Pressure Make September Fed Hike Unlikely
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Goldman Sachs to acquire ETF provider Neos Investments for up to $2.25 billion, boosting its active ETFs to $80 billion
The acquisition of Neos, which manages $30 billion in assets across 19 funds, is expected to close in the first quarter of 2027. This move aims to bolster Goldman's presence in asset management, follo
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Emerging-Market Company Bonds Outperform US Peers as Hormuz Closure Spurs Diversification
The average borrowing cost for emerging-market companies has fallen to its lowest level since January relative to US corporates. This outperformance is driven by global bond investors diversifying int
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Analysis suggests rising energy costs, with US gasoline averaging $4.03/gallon (up from $3.87 a month ago), could reignite August inflation after July's cooling.
Analysis suggests rising energy costs, with US gasoline averaging $4.03/gallon (up from $3.87 a month ago), could reignite August inflation after July's cooling. Falling energy prices, including a 2.9
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Sources: Iran's senior commander Qaani visits Iraq to discuss disarmament plan
According to Al Jazeera, citing sources from the Iraqi Shiite political alliance "Coordination Framework," Esmail Qaani, commander of the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' Quds Force, made a
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Goldman Sachs Asset Management: July CPI Data Encouraging, Reinforces Case for the Federal Reserve to Hold Rates Steady in September
Goldman Sachs Asset Management stated that the July Consumer Price Index (CPI) data was "encouraging," and that controlled core inflation strengthened the case for the Federal Reserve to keep interest
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Bloomberg Analysis: Excessively Strong Earnings Growth May Signal 'Peak Earnings,' Setting Stage for Disappointing Stocks
Bloomberg Analysis: Excessively Strong Earnings Growth May Signal 'Peak Earnings,' Setting Stage for Disappointing Stocks
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US Core CPI rose 0.22% in July, bringing the 12-month change down to 2.5%.
US Core CPI rose 0.22% in July, bringing the 12-month change down to 2.5%.
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Analysis indicates that following Palantir's strong earnings report and subsequent stock surge, Lockheed Martin and General Dynamics have become more attractive investment options due to their lower valuations and stable defense contracts.
Analysis indicates that while data analytics company Palantir saw a significant stock price surge after reporting strong earnings, investors should consider lower-valued traditional defense stocks due
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Al Jazeera: Palestinians in Gaza believe Israel's upcoming elections will determine their fate, but a change in government is unlikely to alter the status quo.
Al Jazeera reports that for most Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, the upcoming Israeli elections are not just about who will be the next prime minister, but will determine their fate in Gaza. After thr
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JPMorgan Chase: U.S. Treasury yields saw their largest single-day drop since March 2023, making it inadvisable to short this rebound easily.
JPMorgan Chase noted in a research report on October 22 that the U.S. Treasury market experienced its largest single-day yield decline since the regional banking crisis in March 2023, with yields acro
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Deutsche Bank expects the Federal Reserve to keep interest rates unchanged next week, as Warsh faces the challenge of solid inflation expectations.
Deutsche Bank expects the Federal Reserve to keep interest rates unchanged at next week's Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting. The bank's Chief U.S. Economist, Matthew Luzzetti, noted that de
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Analysts warn global oil reserves could last only 1-2 months if Hormuz Strait shuts amid US-Iran war
Al Jazeera analysts warn that if the US-Iran war escalates and the Strait of Hormuz is completely shut, global emergency oil stocks, currently at multi-decade lows, may only last one to two months. Br
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According to Al Jazeera, an Israeli military drone detonated a sound bomb near Kfarshouba in southern Lebanon.
According to Al Jazeera, an Israeli military drone detonated a sound bomb near Kfarshouba in southern Lebanon.
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HKMA designates 12 banks as offshore RMB PLPs, increasing liquidity support to RMB 22 billion.
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) announced the appointment of 12 banks as Primary Liquidity Providers (PLPs) for the offshore Renminbi (CNH) market, with a two-year term effective from October
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Netanyahu orders "immediate lockdown" of Hebron, prepares for "full closure" of West Bank
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has instructed the Israel Defense Forces and security forces to "immediately blockade" the city of Hebron, following a situational assessment with officials i
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Taiwan October 2026 Unemployment Rate 3.33%, prior 3.32%
Taiwan October 2026 Unemployment Rate 3.33%, prior 3.32%
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Eurozone Oct 23 S&P Global Services PMI Flash 51.7, expected 52.5, prior 53, below expectations
Eurozone Oct 23 S&P Global Services PMI Flash 51.7, expected 52.5, prior 53, below expectations
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Eurozone S&P Global Manufacturing PMI Flash for October 2026 was 52.4, compared to an expected 52.7 and a previous reading of 52.9, falling below expectations.
Eurozone S&P Global Manufacturing PMI Flash for October 2026 was 52.4, compared to an expected 52.7 and a previous reading of 52.9, falling below expectations.
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Eurozone October 2026 S&P Global Composite PMI Flash 51.9, expected 52.7, prior 53.1, below expectations
Eurozone October 2026 S&P Global Composite PMI Flash 51.9, expected 52.7, prior 53.1, below expectations
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Taiwan October 2026 Industrial Production YoY 19.17%, prior 23.47%.
Taiwan October 2026 Industrial Production YoY 19.17%, prior 23.47%.
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ECB Survey: Consumers Expect Higher Inflation, Weaker Economic Growth in September
The European Central Bank's (ECB) Consumer Expectations Survey for September showed the median inflation expectation for the next 12 months increased to 3.1% from 3.0% in August. Concurrently, expecta
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Chinese humanoid robots are accelerating their entry into the into the South Korean market, as Seoul heavily bets on physical AI.
Chinese humanoid robot manufacturers are accelerating their expansion into the South Korean market, shifting from dance performances and showroom displays to factory trials and commercial deployments.
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European stocks fell for a second consecutive day on Friday, as disappointing earnings from companies such including Kering's Gucci exacerbated concerns about China's economic woes and high oil prices.
European stocks fell for a second consecutive day on Friday, as disappointing earnings from companies such including Kering's Gucci exacerbated concerns about China's economic woes and high oil prices
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Al Jazeera Analysis: US Support Uncertainty Rises, Europe Needs to Build a "Wartime Economy"
Al Jazeera published an analysis article stating that with increasing uncertainty regarding US defense support for Europe, Europe must mobilize its financial and industrial strength for self-defense a
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2026-10-23 Unemployment Rate 5.8%, expected 5.8%, previous 5.8%, in line with expectations
2026-10-23 Unemployment Rate 5.8%, expected 5.8%, previous 5.8%, in line with expectations
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Germany S&P Global Services PMI Flash for October 23: 51.7, expected 52.5, prior 52.9, below expectations
Germany S&P Global Services PMI Flash for October 23: 51.7, expected 52.5, prior 52.9, below expectations
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Germany S&P Global Manufacturing PMI Flash for October 23: 54.2, expected 53.5, prior 53.9, above expectations
Germany S&P Global Manufacturing PMI Flash for October 23: 54.2, expected 53.5, prior 53.9, above expectations
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Germany S&P Global Composite PMI Flash for October 2026: 52.8, expected 53.3, previous 53.8, below expectations.
Germany S&P Global Composite PMI Flash for October 2026: 52.8, expected 53.3, previous 53.8, below expectations.
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Luxury brands such as Hermès and Cartier are experiencing declining sales in China, indicating that affluent Chinese consumers are cutting back on spending, even affecting the most resilient brands, according to Bloomberg Markets.
Luxury brands such as Hermès and Cartier are experiencing declining sales in China, indicating that affluent Chinese consumers are cutting back on spending, even affecting the most resilient brands, a
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South Korea's KOSPI index valuation has fallen to 4.2x, making it the first trillion-dollar market to drop below a 5x price-to-earnings ratio.
The Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) has seen its valuation plunge to an extreme low, with its forward 12-month price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio dropping to 4.2x. According to Bloomberg data dat
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France S&P Global Services PMI Flash 48.4 on October 23, 2026, vs. expectations of 50.7, prior 51.2, below expectations.
France S&P Global Services PMI Flash 48.4 on October 23, 2026, vs. expectations of 50.7, prior 51.2, below expectations.
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France S&P Global Manufacturing PMI Flash 49.3 on October 23, 2026, expected 50.5, prior 50.6, below expectations.
France S&P Global Manufacturing PMI Flash 49.3 on October 23, 2026, expected 50.5, prior 50.6, below expectations.
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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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Asian markets broadly fell: The Hang Seng Index dropped 3.03% to a four-month low, and the Hang Seng Tech Index fell 5%; Brent crude rose 3.2% to $112.27, due to AI concerns and heightened tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Middle East Tensions Escalate: Houthis Claim Multiple Attacks on Saudi Arabia, Brent Oil Surpasses $112, Iran Claims to Have Struck Oil Tanker in Strait of Hormuz
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AI Companies and French Sovereign Debt Face Stress Test: CoreWeave CDS Spreads Exceed 1,000 Basis Points, France's 10-Year Government Bond Yield Breaks 5% for the First Time Since 2002, Moody's to Review France's Rating
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Crypto traders value Indian telecom company Reliance Jio's IPO at approximately $110 billion.
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The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield fell by approximately 11 basis points from its previous close, now at 5.04%.
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Tesla and NVIDIA Invest KRW 3.7 Trillion in Samsung Electro-Mechanics, Securing AI Chip Substrate Production Capacity
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The 30-year U.S. Treasury yield is down approximately 9 basis points from its previous close, currently at 5.35%.
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Houthis claim Saudi Arabia targeted an Indian boat in Red Sea, rescued 14 Indian nationals
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Arbitrage trades in European government bonds have triggered successive liquidations, leading to nearly a hundred London traders exiting the market, with the French 10-year government bond yield surpassing 5%.
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An Israeli court ordered the release of nine settlers suspected of attacking journalists and diplomats in the West Bank, as UN Secretary-General Guterres described the situation there as "out of control."
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