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M3 shares jump on strong quarterly earnings
M3 Inc. surged after reporting better-than-expected revenue and profit growth in its latest quarter, lifting its stock to a 52-week high.
Asia FX, dollar steady ahead of U.S. CPI; oil rises on Hormuz tensions
Most Asian currencies held near flat against the dollar as traders awaited U.S. CPI data, while Brent crude climbed on heightened tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Sanrio shares drop after weak earnings, outlook
Japanese character licensor posts first annual loss in over a decade and cuts dividend as demand for Hello Kitty merchandise slows.
Square Enix shares rise on unspecified news
Stock gains follow reports of potential strategic initiatives, though details remain undisclosed.
Dexus Industria REIT lifts FY2026 FFO forecast on stronger outlook
Australian industrial property trust raises funds from operations guidance for fiscal 2026, citing robust demand and leasing activity.
Pangaea Logistics misses Q2 2026 profit forecast in earnings call
Company falls short of Wall Street's expectations as dry bulk shipping demand remains subdued amid global economic uncertainty.
CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust posts strong H1 2026 results
Singapore’s largest REIT reports higher revenue and occupancy amid resilient commercial property demand.
Gold steadies as investors reassess rate outlook
Precious metal consolidates near $2,300 after recent gains as traders weigh Federal Reserve policy path and U.S. economic data.
Oil markets hinge on Hormuz Strait traffic rebound
Analysts warn global energy markets require a swift recovery in Gulf oil shipments via the Strait of Hormuz to prevent further price volatility.
Oil supply exceeds OPEC+ quotas, exposing compliance gaps
Global oil output surpasses agreed OPEC+ targets as members exceed quotas, highlighting structural challenges in supply management.
Putin says Russia, North Korea coordinating on regional security
Russian president highlights joint efforts with Pyongyang amid rising geopolitical tensions in Northeast Asia.
Diesel supply tightens as refining constraints heighten risk
Global diesel inventories fall amid refining bottlenecks and seasonal demand, raising concerns over price volatility and supply security.
USD/JPY rebound signals continued support for carry trades
The yen's recent depreciation against the dollar suggests investors are still favoring higher-yielding assets despite global policy uncertainties.
Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems lifts FY2026 outlook on defense orders
German shipbuilder’s shares surge 14% after securing new contracts, raising full-year revenue and profit guidance for 2026.
Gold maintains upward trend despite rising real yields
Traders cite resilient technical support as real rates climb, keeping the yellow metal's bullish structure intact.
Hill & Smith raises 2026 guidance after strong first half
Shares dip despite upgraded outlook as infrastructure specialist posts resilient H1 performance.
Gold faces pressure as geopolitical risks stoke energy-driven inflation
Renewed tensions may fuel energy costs, raising inflation expectations and prompting a sell-off in the yellow metal amid broader market uncertainty.
India’s silver imports plunge as currency defense curbs demand
Imports of silver into India fell sharply in recent months as the central bank’s measures to stabilize the rupee tightened liquidity and raised costs for importers.
Strategy sells $6.6M in shares and 1,690 bitcoin via ATM program
Firm offloads equity and cryptocurrency holdings through a registered ATM offering, disclosing proceeds and digital asset disposition.
Syntetika launches tokenization hub for regulated onchain investment
New platform aims to bridge traditional finance and blockchain by tokenizing regulated investment strategies for institutional and retail investors.
Scandic Trade launches SNC Scandic ECO-System with Ultimate 2.6 completion
Scandic Trade has finalized its Ultimate 2.6 platform, marking the full operational launch of the SNC Scandic ECO-System within its digital asset ecosystem.
CT3 initiates ecosystem buildout for CT3GB economy launch
CT3 begins infrastructure development ahead of the formal launch of its CT3GB economy, signaling preparations for a new digital economic framework.
Bitcoin dips below $65,000 as oil prices rise
Bitcoin fell 3% to trade below $65,000 as surging oil prices weighed on risk appetite. U.S. inflation and geopolitical risks remain in focus.
Zama token lists on Revolut, expanding privacy-focused blockchain access
Revolut adds Zama, a privacy-focused blockchain protocol, to its platform, marking a step toward mainstream adoption of encrypted transactions.
ForumPay adds card, bank transfer payment options for crypto transactions
Crypto payment processor ForumPay integrates card and bank transfer acceptance to broaden merchant and consumer payment options.