Watching

• Global financial markets are entering one of the busiest weeks of the year, with investors monitoring several high-impact events to determine market sentiment. • Key drivers for the week include central bank interest rate decisions, major technology company earnings reports, and critical U.S. economic data. • Geopolitical developments in the Middle East are also expected to play a significant role in influencing trading activity across various asset classes.

• Investors are monitoring six key drivers in the stock market this week, with a primary focus on corporate earnings and geopolitical dynamics due to a lack of major economic data. • GE Vernova is a central point of interest, with analysts expecting earnings per share of $4.77 on revenue of $15.77 billion. • Market participants are specifically tracking the demand for gas turbines to power data centers, as well as order volumes and the book-to-bill ratio.

• Netflix is expanding its content strategy by integrating live programming alongside its traditional on-demand library to better compete with live TV services. • The platform is focusing on marquee live events, including boxing matches with Jake Paul, MMA bouts, celebrity sports tournaments, and the Screen Actors Guild Awards. • To diversify its live offerings, the streamer has added live comedy specials, such as "The Roast of Tom Brady," and a selection of live podcasts.

• Investors are monitoring the Global X Bloomberg Commodity Complex ETF (ASX:BCOM) as a tool for gaining exposure to a diverse range of commodity markets. • Performance is primarily driven by central bank policies, global economic growth, and geopolitical events that shift supply and demand dynamics. • The ETF is subject to significant volatility caused by unpredictable factors such as extreme weather events, trade policy changes, and currency fluctuations.

• Philippine inflation is projected to decrease slightly to 6.6% in June, down from 6.8% in May. • Despite the dip, inflation remains significantly above the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas target range of 2% to 4%. • Persistent pressures from food costs, electricity, and wages are expected to keep interest rates "higher for longer."

• ABC is airing "Disney Celebrates America: Nashville's Star-Spangled Bash," a July 4th special featuring live music and celebrity guests. • Hosted by Emmy winner Ryan Seacrest, the event includes performances from major music stars and one of the nation's largest fireworks and drone shows in downtown Nashville. • The special highlights the intersection of Disney's brand and American patriotic celebrations through a large-scale production in a music hub.

Hundreds watched England in first round of knockout stages at Prospect Building in BristolWorld Cup live – latest updatesSisters Angela and Christine hugged, danced and shed a tear or two at the final whistle as England squeezed past the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).“That was brilliant,” said Christine, a 51-year-old lifeguard. “Watching England is exhausting, emotional, often heart-breaking but we love it. You’ve got to relish the ups and downs.” Continue reading...