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Sterling traded little changed near levels not seen since mid-June while the euro edged lower, as a sparse U.S. data calendar and measured Federal Reserve commentary left the dollar range-bound ahead of the release of FOMC minutes. Market participants are watching for any dovish tilt in the minutes, while domestic U.K. housing data and political de…
Parsons Corporation announced a three-year contract award to provide program management, construction management, and construction supervision services for the Lusail City Infrastructure Program in Qatar. The award reinforces Parsons' nearly 20-year relationship with Lusail developer Qatari Diar and positions Parsons as a key delivery partner in on…
FTAI Aviation Ltd. has announced a strategic collaboration with Aeronautical Engineers, Inc. (AEI) to provide more cost-effective Boeing 737-800 freighter aircraft to airlines globally. Combining FTAI's engine maintenance capabilities with AEI's extensive conversion experience aims to lower operating and lifecycle costs for narrowbody freighters, s…
Italy's foreign minister announced a deliberate decision to stop replying to provocative remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump, aiming to avoid inflaming tensions among NATO allies. The move follows a recent dispute in which Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni criticized Mr. Trump for mischaracterizing their exchange, and comes as both leaders attend a …
VEON Ltd., a global digital operator listed on NASDAQ, announced it will release its Q2 and first-half 2026 financial results on July 31, 2026, followed by a management earnings call in New York. The company is facilitating shareholder engagement via a Q&A platform allowing submission and upvoting of questions ahead of the call.
ON Semiconductor (ON) is commonly pegged as a cyclical automotive supplier. That’s a fair starting point, but recent strategic moves - most notably the $7B Synaptics acquisition - and growing AI/data-center exposure shift the company toward structural growth in edge AI, sensing and power electronics. With a market cap of roughly $36.85B, $1.18B in …
Japan's prohibition on jet fuel exports to Russia extends to consignments moved through third countries and to ship-to-ship transfers at sea, Trade Minister Ryosei Akazawa said. The clarification follows reports that a jet fuel cargo was due to reach Russia through traders, set against a backdrop of a Russian fuel shortage linked to Ukrainian strik…
Chinese regulators have recently engaged with major technology companies about potentially restricting access from abroad to the country’s most capable artificial intelligence models, including systems not yet publicly released, according to people familiar with the discussions. The talks reflect Beijing’s growing view of cutting-edge AI as a strat…
Luxshare Precision Industry priced its Hong Kong H-share offering at the top of its marketed range, raising roughly HK$24.27 billion ($3.09 billion) by selling 383.5 million shares at HK$63.28 each. Proceeds are earmarked for capacity expansion in automotive and consumer electronics, investments in AI-driven factory upgrades, acquisitions, debt rep…
Comstock Inc. (NYSE: LODE) has successfully integrated and tested the robotic loading and conveyance systems at the front end of its first-of-a-kind, large-scale solar panel recycling plant capable of processing 100,000 tons per year. The initial stages surpassed capacity design targets by 10%, positioning the company on track for full operation an…
The Office for Budget Responsibility warns that, unless policymakers enact sizable permanent fiscal improvements by 2031/32, public debt will resume an unsustainable upward trajectory. The scale of the adjustment needed is roughly equivalent to the government's entire education budget or total onshore corporation tax receipts in 2030/31, with delay…
Vertex Pharmaceuticals' agreement to acquire Crinetics Pharmaceuticals for about $10 billion is the latest in a string of high-profile transactions by U.S. drugmakers and biotechs. Over the past decade, companies have pursued acquisitions across oncology, neurology, rare diseases, obesity and diagnostics, frequently paying billions to broaden pipel…
TotalEnergies Chief Executive Patrick Pouyanne met with Syrian authorities in Damascus to discuss progressing from an initial memorandum of understanding toward a formal exploration contract. The talks took place before explosions were reported in the city center. Pouyanne said teams cannot be sent to onshore sites until the Syrian government estab…
Iberdrola offers a mix of regulated utility stability and predictable renewable growth. This trade targets steady upside over the next 180 trading days with a defined stop to manage grid and regulatory risks.
Barclays projects the total addressable market for comprehensive data center electrical equipment could peak at $140 billion in 2028 under a scenario where Western suppliers access only 10% of the Chinese market. The estimate rests on a roughly $4.6 million-per-megawatt ship-set opportunity and prompts the brokerage to lift profit forecasts for Sch…
A planned shutdown of a rural Iowa clinic and broader concerns about Medicaid reductions and healthcare affordability have energized Democratic campaigns in Iowa and other battleground states. Voters in communities served by clinics reliant on Medicaid payments are questioning long-time partisan loyalties as candidates and outside groups frame the …
Manufacturers across the U.S. industrial heartland are experiencing sharp increases in electricity costs, driven in large part by the rapid expansion of power-hungry data centers. Capacity charges and wholesale capacity prices set by grid operator PJM Interconnection have jumped dramatically, prompting some factories to consider price increases, op…
JPMorgan has shifted to a more constructive view on Europe’s building materials sector as input-cost pressures abate and volumes show signs of improvement. Analysts led by Elodie Rall identified Holcim, Rockwool and Saint-Gobain as preferred names into second-quarter results, while flagging potential erosion of some surcharge-driven pricing and inv…
Heightened trading activity, helped by the massive SpaceX IPO, is expected to drive second-quarter profit growth for the largest U.S. banks. Analysts and LSEG data point to double-digit market revenue gains, robust investment banking fees and accelerating loan volumes as the principal contributors to what could be a strong quarterly showing.
Radware has expanded its Agentic AI Protection solution to improve governance, compliance, and security of AI agents across enterprise environments. The updated features include audit-ready compliance reporting aligned with leading global AI standards such as ISO 42001 and the EU AI Act, enhanced visibility into AI agent ecosystems, and extended pr…
Highlander Silver Corp. provides an update on development milestones at its Corani Silver Project in Peru, showcasing workforce expansion to over 300 members, ongoing construction of camp and facilities, earthworks for site infrastructure, and substation construction with transmission line installation planned. The project is noted as the largest s…
Tower Semiconductor, a leading foundry of high-value analog semiconductor solutions, announced that it will release its second quarter 2026 financial results on August 4, 2026, followed by a conference call to discuss the results and provide guidance for the third quarter of 2026. The company serves diverse markets including consumer, industrial, a…
AmpliTech Group, a NASDAQ-listed advanced RF and microwave components manufacturer, announced its board approved a stock repurchase program of up to $10 million over 24 months, concurrently terminating its At-The-Market equity offering program. The company cites a strong balance sheet, record revenues, growing order book, and ample cash reserves as…
Titan Mining Corporation has confirmed district-wide enrichment of germanium across its Empire State Mines zinc mineral system in upstate New York. Elevated germanium concentrations were found in multiple ore bodies and historic tailings facilities, positioning the company to capitalize on rising germanium prices driven by demand in semiconductor, …
Defence firms from NATO members announced several cooperation and procurement steps at an industry forum in Ankara held alongside the alliance's annual summit. Key items include formal negotiations for Saab GlobalEye aircraft, an MoU to make ATACMS missiles in Germany, letters of intent for Northrop Grumman Triton drones, an airlift and tanker expa…
