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• Asian stock markets experienced a rebound as oil prices declined, providing a lift to regional equities. • Investors are closely monitoring the market in anticipation of Nvidia's upcoming earnings report, which is expected to influence tech sector trends. • Market participants are also awaiting a critical interest rate decision from Thailand's central bank.

• US stock markets, including the S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow, rose as falling crude oil prices and softer inflation data boosted investor sentiment. • Core Producer Price Index (PPI) rose 0.2%, coming in below the 0.3% forecast, following a July Consumer Price Index (CPI) increase of 0.1%. • These subdued inflation readings are significant because they have led traders to reduce expectations for a potential interest rate hike in September.

• Asian stock markets surged on Wednesday, with the MSCI Asia-Pacific index (excluding Japan) rising 2.3% and Chinese blue chips gaining 1.5%. • The rally was driven by strong corporate earnings and a renewed appetite for technology stocks, mirroring record highs on Wall Street and boosting Japan's Nikkei by 3.5%. • South Korea's market experienced significant volatility with a 4.3% increase, while oil prices and bond yields declined amid hopes for progress regarding the Strait of Hormuz.

• Oil prices tumbled on Monday, August 3, while global stocks mostly rose following US President Donald Trump's announcement that he is preparing for new talks with Iran. • The market shift is driven by hopes that these diplomatic efforts will lead to a deal ending the ongoing war in the Middle East. • Conversely, Asian technology stocks faced heavy losses, with South Korea's Kospi index dragged down by chipmakers SK Hynix and Samsung.

• Qualcomm shares fell 2.55% to $147.74 today, continuing a period of sustained downside momentum. • The selloff occurred despite the company's strategic push into AI compute and a new partnership with BMW. • Investors remain cautious due to persistent weakness in Qualcomm's core handset segment, which is offsetting growth initiatives.

• Indian shares are projected to open higher on Monday, potentially breaking a five-session losing streak. • The positive outlook is driven by a sharp decline in oil prices following a pause in strikes between the United States and Iran over the weekend. • GIFT Nifty futures were at 23,974.50 as of 7:59 a.m. IST, suggesting the benchmark Nifty 50 will open above its Friday close of 23,767.45.

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsYet another company has been picked off London’s stock exchange this morning: DCC Energy has agreed to a £5.75bn takeover by private equity investors KKR and Energy Capital Partners.Shareholders in the FTSE 100 energy distributor will receive £65.25 per share ‌in cash, a proposed ‌final dividend of 147.22p per share, and a potential payment of up ‌to £1.25 per share if DCC can sell its technology unit for at least $800 million.Whilst the DCC Energy Board remains confident in the energy strategy and associated 2030 Ambition announced in 2022, the Board believes the Consortium’s offer represents a compelling opportunity for shareholders to crystallise value in cash at an attractive premium to DCC Energy’s historical trading price.We are confident that the Consortium will be strong stewards of DCC Energy’s 50-year heritage and support the business during its next phase of growth.” Continue reading...

• The US stock market experienced a significant downturn, sliding nearly 2% as investors shifted toward a risk-off sentiment. • The decline was driven primarily by losses in big tech, artificial intelligence, and semiconductor stocks, compounded by rising oil prices. • This volatility highlights the market's sensitivity to energy costs and the current instability of high-growth tech sectors.

• The Indian stock market declined on July 21, with the Sensex sliding 316 points and the Nifty 50 falling 65 points to close at 24,172. • The downturn was primarily driven by losses in the banking and IT sectors, pulling the benchmark gauges lower. • In contrast, Asian markets saw gains, with the MSCI Asia Pacific Index rising 1.5% fueled by chip giants Samsung Electronics and TSMC.

• Asian stock markets showed mixed results as investors reassessed their positions in artificial intelligence (AI) stocks. • Chinese semiconductor firms saw significant gains, with Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp jumping over 4% and Hua Hong Semiconductor surging more than 6%. • Regional performance varied, with South Korean markets sliding while Australia's S&P/ASX 200 rose 0.2% and Singapore's Straits Times Index fell 0.1%.

• Asian markets showed mixed results as a deepening selloff in AI-linked tech stocks caused South Korea's Kospi to slide nearly 5%. • In contrast, Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index rose 2.1% to 25,105.78 and mainland China's Shanghai Composite Index gained 1.2% to 3,808.39. • TSMC recovered 2% after a previous 7.3% drop, following the company's announcement of a US$100 billion investment in US chipmaking operations.

• Major U.S. indices declined, with the Nasdaq falling 1.68%, the S&P 500 dropping 0.81%, and the Dow Jones slipping 0.09% as semiconductor and tech stocks tumbled. • Market volatility was driven by a poor earnings forecast from Netflix and rising geopolitical tensions following a speech by Donald Trump regarding Iran. • Brent crude oil surged over 3% to $86.91 per barrel, fueling inflation concerns, while Bitcoin climbed above $63,309.06 and precious metals attempted a recovery.

• Asian stock markets declined as escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran drove oil prices higher, creating volatility across the region. • South Korea's KOSPI experienced the steepest drop, sliding 5%, while Australia's S&P/ASX 200 fell 0.3% and India's Nifty 50 futures slipped 0.6%. • Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index remained largely unchanged, and Singapore’s Straits Times Index saw a minor decrease of 0.2%.

• Logistea reported a 27% increase in profit for Q2 2026, alongside acquisitions totaling 1.7 billion SEK. • The company's revenue remains heavily concentrated in the Nordics, with 94% of net operating income (NOI) coming from Sweden (57%), Norway (23%), Denmark (6%), and Finland (5%). • Nordic properties provide stable returns with average net initial yields between 6.3% and 7.8% and weighted average lease terms of 8.4 to 9.2 years.

• US stock markets declined sharply, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average falling over 578 points alongside slides in the Nasdaq and S&P 500. • The downturn was driven by surging oil prices and renewed geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and Iran, creating a volatile trading environment. • Investors are exercising caution due to uncertainty surrounding upcoming Federal Reserve minutes and fluctuations in Treasury yields and inflation expectations.

• Wall Street stock futures declined as investors grew skeptical about the stability of a ceasefire between the United States and Iran. • Rising geopolitical tensions have triggered a market shift, increasing demand for safe-haven assets such as U.S. Treasuries. • The slide reflects growing investor anxiety that renewed conflict in the region could destabilize global markets and energy prices.

• Asian markets experienced a downturn, with the MSCI Asia Pacific Index falling 0.3% as technology stocks drove the overall losses. • Samsung's shares plummeted over 5% and the Kospi Index retreated 3.5%, despite Samsung reporting a massive 19-fold surge in quarterly profits. • SK Hynix Inc. saw its shares drop 1% following the initiation of the formal marketing process for a potential US listing.

Chinese leader Xi Jinping calls for ‘all out’ rescue effort as death toll rises and 16 people ⁠remain buried after a ⁠landslide in the country’s westThe death toll from devastating storms in parts of China rose to 15 on Tuesday, with hundreds more injured and tens of thousands evacuated, state media reported, as the country’s leader, Xi Jinping, urged “all out” efforts to rescue people affected by the weather.Thunderstorms and gale-force winds killed at least 11 people and injured 331 in the central province of Hubei, where “severe convective weather” hit cities, while tornadoes were reported elsewhere late Monday, state news agency Xinhua said. Continue reading...

• Salesforce stock declined 1.12% this week, closing at $163.93 as bearish momentum continues to dominate the price action. • Despite strong fundamentals, including $11.13 billion in revenue (up 13.3% year-over-year) and earnings per share of $3.88, technical indicators remain weak. • The stock is currently trading below key moving averages, signaling a lack of bullish reversal and suggesting that sellers maintain control.

• The South Korean Kospi index reversed early gains and slid as investors grew concerned over the high valuations of AI-linked companies. • Broader Asian markets remained supported by falling crude oil prices, though regional currencies continued to face pressure against the US dollar. • Key industry indicators remain positive, with Samsung Electronics expecting a profit surge and SK Hynix preparing for a US listing.

• The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged approximately 595 points to reach a new record high following a soft June jobs report. • In contrast, the Nasdaq declined as investors continued a deepening selloff in artificial intelligence and semiconductor stocks. • The divergent market reaction highlights a split in investor sentiment between traditional industrial stability and high-growth tech volatility.

• Global stock markets remained largely flat on Thursday, July 2, as losses in the semiconductor sector were balanced by optimism regarding the U.S. Federal Reserve's future interest rate path. • The U.S. dollar declined following the release of new jobs data, reflecting shifting investor expectations about potential rate hikes. • In South Korea, the KOSPI index plummeted nearly 8% overnight due to concerns over excess AI capacity sparked by Meta Platforms' plan to sell computing power.

• Asian markets traded lower on Thursday, with South Korea's Kospi and Japan's Nikkei 225 both experiencing declines. • The downturn was primarily driven by a deepening global selloff in technology and chip stocks following a weak trading session on Wall Street. • Investor sentiment was further impacted by softer oil prices, which indicated a reduction in global supply concerns.

• Asian markets showed mixed results as the KOSPI slid following a strong quarter, while Japanese and Chinese markets rose driven by positive Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) data. • Manufacturing activity remained resilient across Southeast Asia, with Thailand's PMI hitting 53.6 and Malaysia's improving to 50.7, though Indonesia's PMI continued to contract. • In Australia, the S&P/ASX 200 fell 0.6% after building approvals unexpectedly dropped by 1.1% in May, dampening investor sentiment.

• Asian markets showed mixed results as the KOSPI slid following a strong quarter, while Japanese and Chinese markets rose driven by positive Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) data. • Manufacturing activity remained resilient in Southeast Asia, with Thailand's PMI rising to 53.6 and Malaysia's to 50.7, though Indonesia's PMI continued to contract. • In Australia, the S&P/ASX 200 fell 0.6% after building approvals unexpectedly dropped 1.1% in May, weighing on investor sentiment.

• OpenAI has appointed former Uber India chief Prabhjeet Singh as Managing Director for India, which serves as the company's second-largest market. • The move comes as India sees significant adoption of OpenAI's technology, with over 100 million weekly ChatGPT users. • In a separate strategic shift, OpenAI has restricted the rollout of its GPT-5.6 models to selected partners following requests from the US government.

• On June 25, 2026, the Sensex climbed over 400 points and the Nifty crossed 24,100, driven by a lower India VIX and easing geopolitical tensions involving Iran. • Crude oil prices are sliding toward pre-war levels, boosting sentiment for energy-importing economies and contributing to the Indian market's upward trend. • Global markets showed mixed results, with Japan's Nikkei 225 surging 3.87% to 71,854.88, while Hong Kong's Hang Seng fell 1.72% and Indonesia's JSX Composite dropped 3.56%.