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Colombia coffee exports halted after earthquake: Asoexport
Major coffee exporter Asoexport reports temporary halt in shipments following a 6.1-magnitude quake near key growing regions.
Aurora Cannabis rejects Curaleaf’s takeover bid
Aurora Cannabis declines Curaleaf’s unsolicited $1.1 billion proposal, citing strategic misalignment and shareholder value concerns.
Middle East oil output seen below pre-conflict levels through 2027
IEA warns regional production will lag 2023 levels amid ongoing disruptions and underinvestment.
Nicolet Bankshares shares reach record $176.71
Regional lender Nicolet Bankshares hits an all-time high amid steady regional banking sector performance.
Northwest European gasoline margins rise on supply concerns
Gasoline refining margins in Northwest Europe increased as traders priced in tighter supply amid refinery outages and seasonal demand. The move reflects broader energy market volatility.
Institutional investors pare stakes in top US tech stocks in latest 13F filings
Major funds trimmed holdings in AI and cloud leaders as earnings season approached, signaling caution despite strong sector performance.
Alpha Tau Medical shares hit 52-week high at $14.12
The stock reached its highest level since mid-2023, extending a recent rally amid broader biotech sector gains.
Itaú Unibanco pilots tokenized bonds and funds with OpenAssets
Brazil’s largest bank launches a pilot program for tokenized assets in collaboration with OpenAssets, overseen by ANBIMA. The initiative marks a step toward broader adoption of blockchain-based financial instruments in the country.
CMS Energy shares fall to 52-week low of $21.49
Utility stock drops to its lowest level since mid-2023 as broader energy sector faces pressure.
Kroger names Nate Faust as chief eCommerce officer
Faust, previously senior vice president of supply chain, will oversee the grocer's digital sales and delivery operations.
WhiteHorse Finance Q2 2026: NAV gains offset income decline
Company reports net asset value growth in Q2 2026 despite a 5% drop in total income, according to presentation slides.
Strategy CEO says firm to resume Bitcoin accumulation in 2024
Firm's net Bitcoin purchases outpace sales 25-to-1 this year, CEO signals return to accumulation strategy despite recent divestments.
JPMorgan shares hit record $363.02 as profit outlook lifts bank stocks
JPMorgan Chase's stock reached an all-time high amid a broader rally in U.S. banks, supported by strong earnings expectations and a favorable interest-rate backdrop.
Otter Tail shares hit 52-week high of $95.09
Utility company’s stock reaches highest level since May 2023 as regional power provider extends recent gains.
Google’s Gemini app hits 1 billion monthly users
Tech giant reports milestone for its AI assistant just months after launch, signaling rapid adoption amid competitive AI landscape.
ARP Digital secures Dubai VARA broker-dealer license for digital assets
License enables regulated conversions of digital assets and stablecoins into UAE dirhams, supporting ARP Digital's regional expansion beyond Bahrain.
Houthis claim attack on Saudi vessel in Red Sea strait
Yemeni group says it targeted a Saudi commercial ship in the Bab el-Mandeb, a key shipping corridor for global oil trade.
U.S. power demand to hit record highs by 2027: EIA
Electricity consumption expected to climb 3% annually through 2027, driven by AI, manufacturing and data centers.
Venezuela, Israel agree to restore consular services
Diplomatic move follows months of strained relations as both sides move to reopen embassies and ease travel restrictions.
Banner Corporation shares reach 52-week high of $72.66
Stock hits peak level amid steady regional banking sector gains. Banner Corporation, a U.S. regional lender, trades at highest point since mid-2023.
Iran links Strait of Hormuz access to U.S. policy shifts
Tehran warns Washington that regional shipping routes will remain restricted until American sanctions and regional policies are adjusted.
GEO Group shares hit 52-week peak at $32.30
Prison operator GEO Group advances to its highest level since mid-2023 as shares trade at $32.30, extending a recent upward momentum.
USD/JPY and dollar at inflection after intervention, rate moves
The yen’s recent surge and shifting U.S. rate expectations are testing the dollar’s near-term direction, with traders weighing intervention risks and policy divergence.
Shell and Equinor sell WTI Midland cargoes to TotalEnergies
Oil majors divest U.S. shale crude cargoes as European refiners adjust sourcing amid shifting market dynamics.
S&P Global expands Copilot data integration with Microsoft 365
Integration aims to enhance productivity tools for financial data users via Copilot AI assistant.