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Syrian state media: Israeli forces carried out eight air strikes on an airbase in Syria’s Idlib, causing damage but no casualties
Syrian state media: Israeli forces carried out eight air strikes on an airbase in Syria’s Idlib, causing damage but no casualties
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Brazil’s President Lula da Silva Hails Amazon Oil Discovery as ‘Passport to the Future’
Brazil’s President Lula da Silva praised the discovery of oil off the Amazon coast, calling it a “passport to the country’s future” that would strengthen national sovereignty, despite opposition from
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Yahoo Finance: The U.S. Social Security Administration and the IRS have discrepancies in how they calculate 401(k) withdrawals and self-employment income, which could lead to up to 85% of Social Security benefits being taxed.
U.S. Yahoo Finance analysis points out that the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA), when evaluating eligibility for retirement benefits, only counts wages and self-employment income in its earn
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China's Pony.ai plans to deploy over 4,000 robotaxis abroad, reported Q2 revenue up 68.8% to $36.2 million
The Chinese autonomous driving company aims to accelerate its expansion beyond China, with a pipeline of planned and potential overseas robotaxi deployments exceeding 4,000 vehicles. Last week, Pony.a
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US Mortgage Rates on August 18: 15-Year Fixed up 8 bps to 5.94%, 5/1 ARM up 15 bps to 6.39%, while 30-Year Fixed holds at 6.53% (-1 bp)
US mortgage rates are generally higher today, August 18, according to the Zillow lender marketplace. The average 30-year fixed rate is 6.53%, down one basis point from yesterday. The 15-year fixed loa
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Best CD rates today, Tuesday, August 18, 2026: Lock in up to 4.15% APY today on a 14-month CD
Best CD rates today, Tuesday, August 18, 2026: Lock in up to 4.15% APY today on a 14-month CD
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HKICPA urges Hong Kong government to introduce tax incentives for Northern Metropolis development and improve stock exchange's listing regime
The Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) has submitted its recommendations for Hong Kong's first five-year plan, asking the government to consider tax incentives for investors
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Russia fires top economist Andrei Klepach after he warned its economy cannot win prolonged Ukraine war
Russia dismissed Andrei Klepach, former chief economist of state-controlled development bank VEB and a former deputy economy minister, on Sunday. His dismissal followed a report he presented warning t
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UK Government awards KPMG and EY a civil servants training contract worth up to £456 million
The UK Government has awarded a contract worth up to £456 million to consultancy firms KPMG and EY for training civil servants between 2026 and 2028, according to the Financial Times, citing governmen
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Ed Yardeni Raises S&P 500 2026 Price Target to 8,400, Implying 8% Further Gain
Well-known market strategist Ed Yardeni of Yardeni Research recently raised his S&P 500 price target for 2026 to 8,400. The current S&P 500 stands at approximately 7,756 as of August 17, meaning the n
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JPMorgan's Madison Faller suggests investors be more selective with European stocks as improving earnings are increasingly reflected in valuations.
JPMorgan's Madison Faller suggests investors be more selective with European stocks as improving earnings are increasingly reflected in valuations.
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Dangote’s Nigeria Refinery Secures $400 Million Ahead of $2 Billion IPO
Dangote’s Nigeria Refinery Secures $400 Million Ahead of $2 Billion IPO
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The Hong Kong SFC welcomes the National Financial Regulatory Administration's announcement supporting Mainland insurance companies' investment in Hong Kong ETFs via Stock Connect.
The Hong Kong SFC welcomes the National Financial Regulatory Administration's announcement supporting Mainland insurance companies' investment in Hong Kong ETFs via Stock Connect.
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Social Security Earnings Test Can Treat Farmland Income as 'Working' if Owner Actively Manages Crop-Share Leases
For individuals filing for Social Security before full retirement age, income from actively managed crop-share farmland leases can be classified as self-employment earnings, triggering the retirement
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Billionaire Izzy Englander's Millennium Management bought over 17.6 million SpaceX shares in Q2 2026, prior to its lockup expiration on August 6.
Billionaire Izzy Englander's Millennium Management bought over 17.6 million SpaceX shares in Q2 2026, prior to its lockup expiration on August 6. The hedge fund also held call options on 349,300 share
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China adds 8 banks to its digital yuan network, bringing total operators to 30; new lenders will offer e-CNY services after operational and technical preparations
China adds 8 banks to its digital yuan network, bringing total operators to 30; new lenders will offer e-CNY services after operational and technical preparations
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South Korea moves to block Polymarket over gambling concerns
The Korea Media and Communications Commission stated that Polymarket's structure and operations amount to illegal gambling, despite its noncustodial design and smart contracts.
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Iran's Top Negotiator Qalibaf Says Strait of Hormuz Will Remain Closed Until U.S. Meets Interim Deal Conditions
Iran's Top Negotiator Qalibaf Says Strait of Hormuz Will Remain Closed Until U.S. Meets Interim Deal Conditions
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Morgan Stanley's Wilson: Gold is in a 25-year bull market and is a defensive asset; the bank maintains its H2 2026 gold price target of $5,200/ounce, but whether it can be achieved depends on ETF flows.
Mike Wilson, Chief U.S. Equity Strategist and Chief Investment Officer at Morgan Stanley, recently stated that gold is in a long-term bull market that has lasted approximately 25 years, making it an i
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India, the world’s second-largest sugar producer, weighs import duty cut to curb record local prices
India, the world’s second-largest sugar producer, weighs import duty cut to curb record local prices
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Samsung Electro-Mechanics' glass substrate mass production timeline has been postponed for the third time, as prototypes failed client certification. Production is now expected to begin in 202 earliest.
GlaSSEM, a joint venture between Samsung Electro-Mechanics and Doosan D&T, has had its mass production schedule for glass substrates delayed at least three times. According to The Elec, since equipmen
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UBS warns: German natural gas inventories fall to 17-year low of 48% for this time of year, gas prices may surge this winter, inflation faces upside risk
Simon Penn, a macro strategist at UBS in London, noted in a report released on Monday that Germany's natural gas storage facilities are currently only 48% full, significantly lower than 65% a year ago
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Germany Is Set to Sell 30-Year Bonds at Highest Yield Since 2011
Germany's borrowing costs are poised to hit a 15-year high in a major sale of long-dated bonds, as investors demand greater compensation for lending to increasingly-indebted governments still grapplin
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China holds former Premier Zhu Rongji's funeral, censors public mourning amid concerns over criticism of current leadership
Former Premier Zhu Rongji, who died last week at 97, was cremated at a low-key funeral in Beijing on Tuesday, attended by President Xi Jinping. Authorities are reportedly wary that public mourning for
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One Indian citizen was killed and two injured in an attack on Dammam Airport in Saudi Arabia. The Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation confirmed the airport has reopened.
One Indian citizen was killed and two injured in an attack on Dammam Airport in Saudi Arabia. The Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation confirmed the airport has reopened.
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Tesla's Q3 gross margin exceeded expectations but profitability was under pressure. Goldman Sachs lowered its EPS forecast and, along with Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan Chase, maintained a Neutral rating.
Tesla's third-quarter earnings report showed a gross margin of 19.6%, exceeding market expectations. However, high operating expenses led to an EBIT of only $718 million, falling short of Goldman Sach
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World's largest wealth fund posts $29.7 billion Q3 loss due to bond market turbulence
Norway's sovereign wealth fund, managed by Norges Bank Investment Management (NBIM) and valued at $2.3 trillion, reported a $29.7 billion (278 billion kroner) loss in the third quarter. This downturn
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Hong Kong SFC commences MMT proceedings against GEM-listed Taste•Gourmet's top executives and associates over alleged market manipulation for Main Board transfer
Hong Kong SFC commences MMT proceedings against GEM-listed Taste•Gourmet's top executives and associates over alleged market manipulation for Main Board transfer
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Israeli forces shell southern Lebanon, drone drops sound bomb
Lebanese state media reports Israeli forces hit Wadi Zibqin in southern Lebanon with artillery shelling. An Israeli drone also dropped a sound bomb near a fishing boat off the coast of al-Amiriya. It
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Al Jazeera Analysis: Russia Could Mediate US-Iran Nuclear Deal Due to Its Nuclear Expertise and Ties with Iran
An Al Jazeera commentary suggests that Russia could be an effective mediator in nuclear deal negotiations between the United States and Iran. The article posits that Russia's expertise in the nuclear
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Nomura Warns AI Credit Risk Similar to Historical Crises, Oil Prices Key
Nomura Securities strategist Naka Matsuzawa warned in a report published on October 22 that the current credit turmoil surrounding U.S. tech companies and France bears a strong resemblance to the "sec
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Palantir Opens Pop-Up Store in Seoul, Blending AI with Fashion
U.S. software company Palantir Technologies opened a two-day pop-up store in Hannam-dong, Seoul, combining artificial intelligence (AI) with fashion. This marks Palantir's second merchandise event in
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Nobu Bank, backed by Hanwha Life, has captured a 21.5% share of Indonesia's QR code payment market by transaction volume, ranking first.
According to The Korea Herald, Nobu Bank, backed by Hanwha Life, despite its relatively small size in the Indonesian banking sector, has topped the Indonesian QR code payment market with approximately
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Nikkei Asia reports that the Bank of Japan (BOJ) will maintain its key interest rate at 1.25% at next week's policy meeting.
Nikkei Asia reports that the Bank of Japan (BOJ) will maintain its key interest rate at 1.25% at next week's policy meeting.
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IRGC warns US: Confrontation will extend to US bases in region if support for 'illegal' vessels continues
Iran’s IRGC Navy command stated that Washington’s “insistence on urging vessels to pass through mined waterways illegally has led to an increasing number of maritime incidents.” The warning comes afte
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Malaysian chip design company SkyeChip joins SoftBank-backed Japanese AI memory project
Malaysian chip design company SkyeChip has joined a SoftBank-backed Japanese AI next-generation memory development project, which also involves Intel. SkyeChip will play a role in this project.
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Barclays plans to cut 5,000 jobs, or about 5% of its total workforce, to boost efficiency and reduce costs through AI, primarily focusing on support functions.
Barclays plans to cut 5,000 jobs, or about 5% of its total workforce, to boost efficiency and reduce costs through AI, primarily focusing on support functions.
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Goldman Sachs: Silver Net Longs Fall to Two-Year Low Amid Dual Blows from Dollar Pullback and Weak AI/Solar Sectors
Goldman Sachs commodity strategist Robert Quinn noted in his latest report that the silver market is in a quagmire. Over the past three weeks, managed funds have cumulatively net sold $2.2 billion in
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JPMorgan Chase Report: Funding Pressure on New Cloud Vendors Won't Impact AI Infrastructure Cycle; Tech Sector Expected to Have $400 Billion Funding Surplus This Year
JPMorgan Chase Report: Funding Pressure on New Cloud Vendors Won't Impact AI Infrastructure Cycle; Tech Sector Expected to Have $400 Billion Funding Surplus This Year
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SoftBank's stock price has halved from its June high, as the market worries about AI financing risks.
SoftBank Group's stock price fell 6.9% on Thursday, bringing its cumulative decline to 50% since its June 2 peak, reducing its market capitalization to approximately 24.7 trillion yen (about $157 bill
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Meta faces class-action lawsuit in Australia, accused of designing social media to harm children
MinterEllison has filed a class action lawsuit in Australia's Federal Court on behalf of eight minor plaintiffs, alleging that Meta's Facebook and Instagram platforms feature addictive design elements
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According to prediction market Polymarket data, the probability of AI model company Anthropic going bankrupt by the end of 2028 is only 17%, despite its IPO draft showing a net loss of over $80.7 billion in the first half of 2026 and committed spending of up to $750 billion on computing infrastructure.
According to Wall Street Insights citing The Wall Street Journal, approximately $72 billion of Anthropic's $80.7 billion net loss was due to non-cash accounting adjustments, with an actual operating l
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UN Human Rights Office Calls for Urgent Action After Settlers Attack Olive Harvesters in West Bank
The UN Human Rights Office (OHCHR) has called on states to take urgent action to stop attacks against Palestinian communities and provide protection. This follows reports of settlers attacking Palesti
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South Korea's KOSPI index closed down 3.52% at 5,533.77 points on Thursday, due to profit-taking and concerns over the AI value chain.
South Korean stocks fell sharply on Thursday, with the KOSPI index closing down 201.8 points, or 3.52%, at 5,533.77 points. Investors engaged in profit-taking in major chip stocks, while ongoing conce
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Citi's Head of ECM stated that investors will be more selective about IPOs recently due to increasing concerns over AI data center financing.
Citi's Head of ECM stated that investors will be more selective about IPOs recently due to increasing concerns over AI data center financing.
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The IMF expects economic output in the Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan to contract by 1.3% this year, rebounding to 6.6% in 2027.
The IMF stated that the U.S.-Iran conflict has impacted energy production, shipping, tourism, trade, and confidence, projecting a 1.3% contraction in economic output for the Middle East, North Africa,
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The Philippine central bank raised interest rates by 50 basis points to 5.5% on Thursday to curb inflation, double the amount economists predicted, Nikkei Asia reported.
The Philippine central bank raised interest rates by 50 basis points to 5.5% on Thursday to curb inflation, double the amount economists predicted, Nikkei Asia reported.
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German-Korean Chamber of Commerce and Industry President: German companies are viewing South Korea as a strategic manufacturing and innovation hub
Marie Antonia von Schonburg, President and CEO of the German-Korean Chamber of Commerce and Industry, stated that German companies are leveraging the industrial strengths of both countries to use Sout
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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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Middle East Tensions Escalate: US Deploys 10,000 More Troops, Israel Prepares for New Strikes Against Iran, Iran Issues War Warning
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Anthropic launches AI agent Claude Duet, capable of continuous background operation and proactive task execution
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U.S. Treasury yields held steady as investors focused on unemployment claims and mortgage data.
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Treasury Secretary Bessent dismisses 'systemic' AI risks
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Robert Sicari, a former Brevan Howard fund manager, has been sued by a quant trader colleague at his new fund, who alleges Sicari withheld millions of dollars in trading profits.
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CICC: Suggest increasing gold allocation to hedge AI asset risks, dollar depreciation trade is an effective strategy
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Treasuries Slide After Middle East Strife Report Spurs Oil Gains
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OpenAI says its AI model found a critical PHP vulnerability, leading to government websites in multiple countries going offline.
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OpenAI to bring its AI models to Google Cloud, expanding beyond Microsoft to all three top cloud providers
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Blackstone Executives Say Concerns About AI Infrastructure Debt Are Overblown
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