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• Stock futures declined as bond yields and oil prices continued to rise. • Market pressure is driven by a conflict between healthy corporate profits and countries running large budget deficits. • Rising bond yields typically lower the valuation of tech and growth stocks, creating volatility for investors in those sectors.

• Asian technology stocks fell sharply on Monday as investors shifted away from high-growth chipmakers. • The decline was driven by rising bond yields and renewed concerns regarding the sustainability of the artificial intelligence rally. • This volatility creates immediate risk for investors holding high-growth tech assets and semiconductor stocks in Asian markets.

• Global leaders and citizens are commemorating the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks amid rising geopolitical instability. • Current tensions in West Asia and political shifts in Germany highlight a landscape of renewed threats and a growing right-wing influence. • These shifting political dynamics and regional conflicts threaten to undermine international cooperation and weaken global security frameworks.

• A recent Markets Pulse survey indicates that rising US Treasury yields are pushing the US stock market toward a potential correction. • RSM chief economist Joseph Brusuelas stated that actual data and central bank policy are providing a "potent reality check" for risk-loving investors. • Higher bond yields typically lower the present value of future corporate earnings, which can lead to a decline in equity prices for investors.

• A new poll finds that Americans are increasingly skeptical of federal government information regarding politics, foreign affairs, and the environment. • Majorities of respondents now report having little or no trust in government data concerning these specific issues. • This rising mistrust extends to the expected results of the upcoming midterm elections.

• The FTSE 100 index opened 18.66 points lower at 10,793 as rising oil prices and tensions between the US and Iran weighed on investor sentiment. • Energean and Aberdeen shares gained value despite the overall market dip. • Market volatility reflects the concrete risk that Middle East instability can drive up energy costs and disrupt global trade.

• A new AP-NORC/USA Facts poll shows that Americans have become more skeptical of federal government information over the last few years. • About 6 in 10 U.S. adults report they trust government data "only a little" or "not at all" regarding immigration, abortion, elections, foreign affairs, and the environment. • This rising mistrust indicates a growing gap between federal communication and public belief across several major policy areas.

• A new AP-NORC/USA Facts poll reveals that Americans have become more skeptical of federal government information compared to a few years ago. • Majorities of respondents now report having little or no trust in government data regarding the environment, foreign affairs, and elections. • This decline in trust suggests a growing gap between official federal communications and public belief across several critical policy areas.

• A new AP-NORC/USA Facts poll shows that Americans have become more skeptical of federal government information over the last few years. • Majorities of respondents now report having little or no trust in government data regarding the environment, foreign affairs, and elections. • This rising mistrust indicates a growing gap between federal communication and public belief across critical policy areas.

• Latin Americans now view democracy as the best form of government for the first time in a generation, though trust in China has surpassed trust in the U.S. • Many citizens favor "illiberal majoritarianism," a system where an elected president can bypass the judiciary and political opposition to implement policies. • This shift suggests a growing preference for strongman leaders who can act without the constraints of minority rights or traditional legal checks.

• A new poll finds that Americans are increasingly skeptical of federal government information regarding politics, foreign affairs, and the environment. • Majorities of respondents now report having little or no trust in government data across these key policy areas. • This rising mistrust extends to the expected results of the upcoming midterm elections.

• Bernstein warned that rising U.S. Treasury yields continue to pose an underpriced risk to Asian stock markets. • Earnings expectations have reached record levels in Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and Thailand, which may mask underlying vulnerabilities. • Investors face the risk that corporate earnings growth could peak exactly as borrowing costs increase, potentially lowering stock valuations.

• The European Central Bank is implementing its second interest rate hike since June, marking the first major policy shift since September 2023. • Some Irish bank demand deposits currently offer rates as low as 0.01%, meaning a €10,000 investment would earn only one Euro in interest before tax. • The end of the cheap money era increases the cost of borrowing for mortgages and requires individuals to re-evaluate where they hold their cash.

• COVID-19 cases are increasing across at least 45 U.S. states as the summer season ends. • The rise in activity is occurring nationwide, though specific regional case numbers were not provided. • People in these areas face a higher risk of infection and may need to review vaccine guidelines to protect themselves.

• Wall Street stocks fell and Treasury yields rose during early trading following a stronger-than-expected U.S. jobs report. • The government reported that U.S. employers added 162,000 jobs to their payrolls last month. • Strong employment data increases the likelihood that the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates to combat inflation.

• The Indian stock market surged today, with the Sensex zooming 600 points and the Nifty reaching the 23,950 level. • Top gainers driving the rally included major stocks such as Bajaj Finserv, IndiGo, Trent, BEL, HDFC Bank, and Reliance, with some rising up to 1.84%. • This upward movement reflects positive momentum across key sectors and heavy-weight companies within the indices.

• European shares declined as investors reacted to rising bond yields and growing concerns over energy-driven inflation. • The retail sector was particularly hard hit, falling 2.3%, while Italian betting firm Lottomatica tumbled 7.7% following the announcement of its takeover of Spain’s Cirsa. • Despite the broader market dip, the mid-term outlook for European banks remains positive due to resilient manufacturing investments and steady loan growth.

Critically endangered New Zealand bird enjoys record breeding season triggered by mass fruiting of native tree, pushing its numbers to 325The population of the world’s heaviest parrot, the kākāpō, has surpassed 300 birds for the first time in 75 years, after a record breeding season triggered by the mass fruiting of a native New Zealand tree.Ninety chicks were officially added to the population of the critically endangered birds on 1 September, pushing the total to 325 – a record high since recovery efforts began. Continue reading...

Report calls for legally binding targets to cut microplastic pollution as soil ‘is a complex living ecosystem’The accumulation of microplastics in soil presents an emerging threat to the UK’s food security, according to scientists, MPs and campaigners who have called for legally binding targets to cut microplastic pollution.UK agricultural soils have been identified as among the most contaminated by microplastics in Europe, often as a result of repeated applications of sludge from water treatment works as fertiliser, according to a report published by the all-party parliamentary group (APPG) on microplastics. Continue reading...

• Ticket prices for the US Open have surged significantly, with the average sold price rising from $196 in 2022 to $346 this year. • Data from GameTime highlights a sharp increase in demand, specifically noting that average ticket prices for Louis Armstrong Stadium have jumped 52% year-over-year. • This trend reflects the tournament's status as a premier summer sporting event, though the rising costs are making it increasingly difficult for fans to attend affordably.

• SMBC Asia Rising Fund and Singtel Innov8 have invested in fileAI to support the company's expansion into the Japanese market. • The funding will facilitate the launch of fileScout, a proprietary solution designed to map and harness unstructured data for enterprises. • This investment comes as enterprise AI adoption accelerates across Asia, highlighting the growing demand for tools that manage complex corporate data.

NGO criticises ‘human cost’ of UK-funded crackdown on attempts to set off from French beaches in small boatsPeople trying to cross the Channel to the UK have reported an increase in French police use of violence on beaches to prevent them from getting into dinghies, according to a French NGO.Utopia 56, which works on beaches from where migrants attempt Channel crossings, says so far this year 2,720 people have reported being victims of French police violence, compared with 1,954 over the same period last year, when crossings overall were much higher. Continue reading...

• Indian cybersecurity startups are increasingly expanding their operations overseas to build global credibility and attract higher levels of investment. • CEO Mohit Anand of Mitigata notes that an international presence is often critical for startups seeking to secure significant funding rounds. • A key example is SAFE Security, which raised $70 million in a Series C round in July 2025, led by Avataar Ventures with support from global firms like Susquehanna Asia Venture Capital.

• A fleet of 17 spacecraft positioned across the solar system collaborated to track a single coronal mass ejection (CME) from multiple vantage points. • The coordinated measurements revealed that the eruption was lopsided, which caused a previously hidden cloud of charged particles to be directed toward Earth. • This discovery is significant because it demonstrates how multi-point observations can uncover the true extent and structure of solar eruptions that single-point views might miss.

• A fleet of 17 spacecraft positioned across the solar system collaborated to track a single coronal mass ejection (CME) from multiple vantage points. • The coordinated measurements revealed that the eruption was lopsided, which caused a previously hidden cloud of charged particles to be directed toward Earth. • This discovery is significant because it demonstrates how multi-point observations can uncover the true extent and structure of solar eruptions that single-point views might miss.

• The US has vowed to apply its toughest pressure on Iran and expanded sanctions against Hezbollah to curb regional instability. • While Hamas has expressed support for Donald Trump’s Gaza peace roadmap, Iran has dismissed the US campaign as a failed attempt to force its capitulation. • China has rejected the use of sanctions, urging the involved parties to seek political and diplomatic solutions instead.

• The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.68% on Friday, recovering from a sharp sell-off on Thursday triggered by rising Treasury yields and disappointing Walmart results. • Investors remain cautious as fluctuating oil prices and the Federal Reserve's interest rate outlook continue to impact market volatility. • Market participants are now focusing on upcoming PCE inflation data and Kevin Warsh’s Jackson Hole speech for clues regarding future monetary policy.

• Borrowing costs are rising across Europe as bond market yields increase, directly impacting mortgage offers in several of the region's largest economies. • Governments are facing a mounting financial burden to service their debts, with IMF data showing massive debt piles for France ($3.9tn), Italy ($3.5tn), Germany ($3.2tn), and Spain ($1.9tn) in 2025. • This trend matters because higher yields increase the cost of government borrowing, which can lead to tighter fiscal policies or higher taxes to manage debt.