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Viscom reports first-half loss as 2026 starts weak
German inspection systems provider posts first-half net loss of €1.2 million, citing soft demand and project delays.
Taiyo Yuden shares surge after Situational Awareness discloses stake
Japanese passive component maker Taiyo Yuden gains 10% as activist investor Situational Awareness reveals a 5.1% stake and potential strategic changes.
Tata Sons’ Natarajan Chandrasekaran to resign but complete term
Chairman Natarajan Chandrasekaran steps down from Tata Sons board but will remain in role until term ends, according to a person familiar with the matter.
Airlines face highest fuel-cost risk as oil prices surge
U.S. carriers including Delta, United and American lead exposure to volatile crude prices, with fuel costs accounting for up to 30% of operating expenses.
M3 shares jump after Oasis Management discloses 5% stake
Investor Oasis Management takes a 5% stake in Japan’s healthcare IT firm M3, sparking a 10% intraday rally in shares.
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.
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.
CFD Volume Surge Is Skewing Index Price Discovery – A Warning for All Market Participants
Retail CFD trading has reportedly jumped 40% this summer, but underlying index markets haven’t kept pace, creating a dangerous disconnect that reportedly threatens true price discovery.
Boxlight secures $5.5M via preferred stock private placement
Funds to support growth initiatives and product development in education technology sector.
CJ CheilJedang Q2 2026 sales rise 10%, profit margins narrow
South Korea’s top food producer posted a 10% sales increase in Q2 2026, but rising costs squeezed net profit despite higher revenue.
Trulieve completes move from Canada to Delaware corporate domicile
U.S. cannabis firm Trulieve finalizes redomiciliation to Delaware after shareholder approval, shifting legal base from Canada to align with domestic operations.
MoneyGram Ramps integrates Solana for crypto cash conversions
Rift wallet becomes first to enable Solana-to-cash conversions via MoneyGram's global network. Service expands reach for crypto users seeking fiat liquidity.
Aurora Cannabis rejects Curaleaf’s takeover bid
Aurora Cannabis declines Curaleaf’s unsolicited $1.1 billion proposal, citing strategic misalignment and shareholder value concerns.
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.
Annexon shares fall on clinical trial update
Biopharma firm's stock declines after dosing pause in phase 2 trial for ANX005. Shares down 12% in midday trade.
Crescent Capital BDC posts Q2 2026 NAV decline despite fee cuts
Management fee reductions failed to offset a 4.2% drop in net asset value for the business development company in the second quarter of 2026.
German EV sales rise as fuel prices jump amid Iran tensions
Electric vehicle registrations in Germany increased 20% in May as gasoline and diesel costs hit record highs, driven by Middle East supply concerns.
Citi sees silver rallying to $90 on surging investment demand
Analysts at Citi project silver prices could nearly double to $90 per ounce as physical and ETF demand outpaces supply constraints.
Bicara Therapeutics names new CEO, appoints CFO
Biotech firm Bicara Therapeutics appoints interim CEO and a new chief financial officer to strengthen leadership amid growth phase.
Public firms tap bitcoin-backed loans for acquisitions, capex
Institutional adoption of bitcoin-backed lending rises as companies secure funding without liquidating holdings, according to Two Prime.
Huya shares drop on weak guidance despite narrower loss
Chinese live-streaming platform reports improved quarterly results but issues cautious revenue outlook, sending shares lower.
Johnson Matthey shareholders approve special dividend, share split
Special dividend of 150p per share approved alongside a 5-for-1 share consolidation to streamline capital structure.
U.S. fuel sales to Cuban businesses expand market access
Shipments mark a rare commercial bridge between the two nations amid ongoing embargo restrictions. Havana’s private sector sees incremental supply gains.
Salzgitter swings to H1 2026 profit, HKM deal in focus
German steelmaker Salzgitter reports earnings rebound in first half of 2026, with turnaround aided by restructuring and HKM acquisition integration.