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Workday buyout buzz sparks European software stocks
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Workday buyout buzz sparks European software stocks

Speculation over a potential acquisition of Workday lifts European software shares, with investors eyeing sector consolidation amid market volatility.

Markets Desk · 17 Aug 2026
Nasdaq to expand trading hours to nearly 23 hours daily
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Nasdaq to expand trading hours to nearly 23 hours daily

U.S. exchange operator plans extended session from December, aiming to boost liquidity and global competitiveness amid rising after-hours activity.

Markets Desk · 17 Aug 2026
San Miguel Reports Higher H1 2026 Core Profit Despite Stock Decline
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San Miguel Reports Higher H1 2026 Core Profit Despite Stock Decline

San Miguel posted an increase in core profit for the first half of 2026, though its stock slipped following the update.

Markets Desk · 17 Aug 2026
Unusual Machines Stock Jumps 24.6% Amid Bullish Options Signals
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Unusual Machines Stock Jumps 24.6% Amid Bullish Options Signals

Unusual Machines shares surged 24.6% as trading activity in options pointed to strong bullish momentum.

Markets Desk · 17 Aug 2026
U.S. retail sales fall as consumer demand weakens
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U.S. retail sales fall as consumer demand weakens

Monthly retail sales declined 0.6% in August, missing forecasts and signaling broader economic strain. Core sales also dipped, raising recession concerns.

Markets Desk · 17 Aug 2026
oOh!media flags softer H1 2026 profit, outlines rebound plan
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oOh!media flags softer H1 2026 profit, outlines rebound plan

Outdoor advertising firm oOh!media reports lower-than-expected first-half 2026 earnings but signals recovery through cost cuts and market share gains.

Markets Desk · 17 Aug 2026
U.S. data center growth slows amid labor shortages
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U.S. data center growth slows amid labor shortages

Construction delays and rising costs risk extending timelines for new facilities as demand from AI and cloud providers surges.

Markets Desk · 17 Aug 2026
AIG introduces parametric cloud outage insurance product
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AIG introduces parametric cloud outage insurance product

Insurer AIG unveils a first-of-its-kind parametric insurance solution designed to cover financial losses from cloud service disruptions. The product targets enterprises reliant on cloud infrastructure.

Markets Desk · 16 Aug 2026
Viscaria copper project secures $5B financing as Q2 2026 slides advance
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Viscaria copper project secures $5B financing as Q2 2026 slides advance

Swedish copper project advances toward Q2 2026 production target with $5 billion financing nearing completion. Updated slides highlight technical and financial milestones.

Markets Desk · 16 Aug 2026
Viscaria Advances Q2 2026 Mine Build as Financing Nears
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Viscaria Advances Q2 2026 Mine Build as Financing Nears

Viscaria reported progress on its upcoming mine construction slated for the second quarter of 2026, with project financing nearing completion.

Markets Desk · 16 Aug 2026
Norbit Posts Record Q2 2026 Results Despite Share Price Decline
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Norbit Posts Record Q2 2026 Results Despite Share Price Decline

Norbit reported record financial results for the second quarter of 2026, though company shares slipped following the announcement.

Markets Desk · 16 Aug 2026
Copper US Unit Secures FINRA Membership and SEC Broker-Dealer Status
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Copper US Unit Secures FINRA Membership and SEC Broker-Dealer Status

Copper Markets US gains regulatory approval as an SEC-registered broker-dealer and FINRA member, enabling it to offer qualified custody and financial services.

Markets Desk · 16 Aug 2026
Anemoi Secures $3.2 Million in Pre-RTO Subscription Agreements
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Anemoi Secures $3.2 Million in Pre-RTO Subscription Agreements

Anemoi has raised $3.2 million through pre-reverse takeover subscription agreements ahead of a public market listing.

Markets Desk · 16 Aug 2026
Computershare Posts 7% FY26 EPS Growth, Shares Fall on Outlook
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Computershare Posts 7% FY26 EPS Growth, Shares Fall on Outlook

Computershare reported fiscal year 2026 earnings per share growth of 7% beating expectations, but its forward outlook pressured the stock.

Markets Desk · 16 Aug 2026
Nike vs Adidas: Assessing Valuation and Margins in Athletic Footwear
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Nike vs Adidas: Assessing Valuation and Margins in Athletic Footwear

A comparative analysis of market valuations, profit margins, and investment value between footwear giants Nike and Adidas.

Markets Desk · 16 Aug 2026
U.S. budget deficit widens beyond forecasts in latest data
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U.S. budget deficit widens beyond forecasts in latest data

Shortfall exceeds projections as spending outpaces revenue, raising fiscal concerns amid economic uncertainty.

Markets Desk · 16 Aug 2026
Euro zone bond yields fall as U.S. inflation cools in July
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Euro zone bond yields fall as U.S. inflation cools in July

German 10-year Bund yield drops to two-week low as softer U.S. CPI data fuels bets on global rate cuts.

Markets Desk · 16 Aug 2026
Figure Technologies revenue doubles on blockchain loan surge
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Figure Technologies revenue doubles on blockchain loan surge

Tokenization lender Figure Technologies reported $226 million in quarterly revenue as blockchain loan marketplace volumes hit $4.3 billion, driven by rising demand for tokenized assets.

Markets Desk · 15 Aug 2026