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• Asia Stocks Inch Up as US Dollar Slips Back

  25-01-2017 08:50
  Asian stocks enjoyed a more upbeat session on Wednesday but the US Dollar was back on the defensive after a little run higher the session before.
  
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• Toll Brothers, Inc. Q3 2026 Earnings Call Summary

  20-08-2026 23:06 via rocketnews.com
  
  Toll Brothers delivered results reflecting a strategic emphasis on pricing discipline and margin enhancement rather than sales volume growth. The company’s performance was bolstered by strength in its luxury move-up segment, which generated 61% of total revenue and attracted affluent customers with high incomes, substantial home equity, and reduced sensitivity to mortgage rate fluctuations.
  The builder successfully reduced finished spec inventory to 1.9 homes per community while pursuing
  
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• La-Z-Boy Incorporated Q1 2027 Earnings Call Summary

  20-08-2026 23:06 via rocketnews.com
  
  La-Z-Boy Incorporated reported results from its first quarter operations, which included mixed performance across its business segments. The retail division achieved 10% growth, supported by an aggressive expansion strategy and selective acquisitions that helped counterbalance industry-wide furniture market softness. Positive same-store sales of 3% reflected operational improvements, particularly stronger in-store conversion rates and higher average transaction values.
  Wholesale operations enco
  
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• Auna S.A. Q2 2026 Earnings Call Summary

  20-08-2026 23:06 via rocketnews.com
  
  Auna S.A. released results for the second quarter of 2026, showing consolidated revenue growth of 9% fueled by a strategic shift toward higher-complexity service offerings. The company achieved a 20% sequential increase in oncology treatments in Mexico, reflecting its focus on specialized medical services across its operating regions.
  Adjusted EBITDA declined 9% during the period, primarily attributable to temporary margin pressures stemming from investments in medical leadership talent in Mexi
  
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• TOYO Shares Slide After Second-Quarter Earnings and Revenue Miss Forecasts

  20-08-2026 23:05 via rocketnews.com
  
  TOYO Co., Ltd reported second-quarter results that fell short of Wall Street expectations, prompting a significant decline in share value. The solar solutions company’s adjusted earnings per share reached $0.45, representing a miss of $0.24 against the analyst consensus estimate of $0.69. Quarterly revenue totaled $118.2 million, substantially underperforming the forecasted $204.6 million.
  Despite the quarterly shortfall, TOYO demonstrated considerable year-over-year improvement. Second-q
  
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• Parsons Corp Sees Insider Buying as George Ball Invests in 20,000 Shares

  20-08-2026 23:05 via rocketnews.com
  
  George L. Ball, Director at Parsons Corporation (NYSE: PSN), acquired 20,000 shares of common stock at a weighted-average price of $47.97 per share on Aug. 7, 2026, according to an SEC Form 4 filing. The transaction was valued at approximately $959,000 and increased Ball’s direct shareholding to 170,383 shares, representing a 13% expansion of his directly held position.
  Following the purchase, Ball’s total beneficial ownership across direct and indirect holdings reached 375,383 shar
  
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• Marvell gives Google option to buy $12.2 billion stake in custom AI chip deal

  20-08-2026 23:05 via rocketnews.com
  
  Marvell Technology announced a partnership with Google to develop custom artificial intelligence chips, with the arrangement including an option for Google to purchase a substantial stake in the chipmaker. The potential stake purchase was valued at $12.2 billion and would be exercised through a warrant allowing Google to acquire up to 58.97 million Marvell shares at $206.58 per share. If Google exercises this option fully, it would become the fifth-largest investor in Marvell.
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• India rate panel signals impending hikes, eyes inflation path to gauge timing

  20-08-2026 23:05 via rocketnews.com
  
  India’s monetary policy committee indicated readiness for potential rate increases in coming months, according to meeting minutes released on Wednesday. The panel unanimously voted to maintain the policy repo rate at 5.25% earlier in the month while keeping its monetary policy stance neutral, but left scope for tightening if inflation risks materialized.
  Headline consumer inflation stood at 4.45% in July, comfortably within the Reserve Bank of India’s 2-6% tolerance band, with the c
  
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• Unitree surges in Shanghai debut, a milestone for China’s humanoid robotics sector

  20-08-2026 13:06 via rocketnews.com
  
  Unitree, a Chinese humanoid robot manufacturer, made its public market debut on the Shanghai STAR Market, closing at 845 yuan and achieving a valuation of approximately $50 billion. The stock finished 460% above its initial public offering price of 150.8 yuan, substantially exceeding the average first-day gain of 279% for Chinese listings thus far this year. Despite the broader market declining 3% on the day, Unitree’s strong performance underscored investor enthusiasm for the company.
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• Mercury Systems, Inc. Q4 2026 Earnings Call Summary

  20-08-2026 13:06 via rocketnews.com
  
  Mercury Systems disclosed record fourth-quarter results characterized by strong performance across multiple business segments. The company achieved $660 million in bookings during the period, nearly double its prior record, with growth fueled by heightened demand in common processing architecture, effectors, and space applications. The highest overtime revenue in 15 quarters reflected supply chain improvements that supported organic expansion.
  The company is undergoing a strategic transition fr
  
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• IRIDEX Corporation Q2 2026 Earnings Call Summary

  20-08-2026 13:06 via rocketnews.com
  
  IRIDEX Corporation characterized its second quarter results as a financial inflection point, marking the achievement of positive cash flow after a two-year initiative focused on transforming its cost structure and enhancing working capital management practices.
  The company is currently undertaking a headquarters relocation project aimed at optimizing its infrastructure and improving long-term operational efficiency. This move requires a new registration process globally and necessitates invento
  
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• Astronics (ATRO) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

  20-08-2026 13:06 via rocketnews.com
  
  Astronics Corporation held its second-quarter fiscal 2026 earnings conference call on August 11, led by Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Peter Gundermann and Chief Financial Officer Nancy Hedges. The company reported a particularly robust quarter with multiple records established across key financial metrics.
  The quarter demonstrated substantial operational achievements, with the company setting records for revenue, operating profit, bookings, and backlog. Management highlighted
  
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• Amylyx (AMLX) Climbs to Fresh High as Avexitide Moves Closer to Commercialization

  20-08-2026 13:06 via rocketnews.com
  
  Amylyx Pharmaceuticals Inc. shares climbed to a fresh three-year high on Tuesday, reaching an intraday peak of $35.39 before closing at $35.11, representing a gain of 63.84 percent for the session. The rally followed positive phase 3 clinical trial results for Avexitide, the company’s investigational treatment for post-bariatric hypoglycemia, a chronic metabolic condition affecting approximately 8 percent of the U.S. population.
  In the clinical study involving 78 participants, Avexitide s
  
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• 30-Year Treasury Yield Touches a 19-Year High as US Debt Approaches $40 Trillion

  20-08-2026 13:06 via rocketnews.com
  
  The benchmark 30-year Treasury yield briefly touched a 19-year high on Tuesday, surpassing the 5.3% threshold not seen since 2007 before retreating modestly. The upward movement occurred amid multiple pressures on the bond market, including a global bond selloff, unresolved diplomatic tensions regarding regional conflict, persistent inflation concerns, and uncertainty surrounding the Federal Reserve’s direction under new leadership.
  Market participants are pricing in extended supply chain
  
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• Santos Profit Falls by Less Than Expected as Barossa and Pikka Ramp Up

  20-08-2026 13:05 via rocketnews.com
  
  Australian oil and gas company Santos posted first-half results showing underlying profit fell to $397 million compared with $508 million in the prior year, while net profit after tax declined to $355 million from $439 million. The decline was less pronounced than market expectations, as the company navigated the transition phase of bringing two major growth projects into commercial operation.
  First-half production increased 3% year over year to 45.6 million barrels of oil equivalent, with prod
  
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• Brent Prices Rise as Hormuz Disruptions Fuel Supply Concerns. Forecast as of 20.08.2026

  20-08-2026 12:31 via litefinance.org
  
  The longer the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz persists, the more likely Brent is to extend its rally. Exports from Persian Gulf countries are declining, while demand for petroleum products continues to rise. The increase in US oil production has done little to ease the pressure on the market. Let's examine these factors and develop a trading plan.Major Takeaways Demand for gasoline and diesel is rising. Exports from the Persian Gulf are declining. Other countries are being drawn into the US-Ir
  
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• XAU/USD Trading Hours: The Best Time to Trade Gold

  20-08-2026 12:00 via litefinance.org
  XAU/USD is highly popular among traders due to its high liquidity and volatility. Therefore, every trader should be familiar with gold trading hours. Gold can now be traded 24/7 through perpetual contracts. However, XAU/USD trading results depend not only on the chosen gold trading strategy but also largely on when a trader enters the market. The gold market open time can bring changes in liquidity, trading activity among major market participants, and price movements.It is important to und
  
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• Short-Term Analysis for Oil, Gold, and EURUSD for 20.08.2026

  20-08-2026 09:46 via litefinance.org
  
  Welcome, my fellow traders! I have prepared a price forecast for the USCrude, XAUUSD, and EURUSD using a combination of the margin zones method and technical analysis. Based on the market analysis, I suggest entry signals for intraday traders.Yesterday, gold continued to rise after testing support A of 4,347–4,336.Major Takeaways USCrude: Oil is testing the Target Zone of 86.44–85.26. XAUUSD: Gold has reached the short-term buy targets. EURUSD: The euro has broken through the Target
  
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• US Dollar Strengthens as Treasury Targets Rising Yields. Forecast as of 20.08.2026

  20-08-2026 09:27 via litefinance.org
  
  It appears the US-coordinated currency intervention may have preceded a broader effort to push Treasury yields lower. The Treasury Department has demonstrated that it is prepared to intervene in the government bond market. How could this affect the US dollar? Let's examine the implications and develop a trading plan for the EUR/USD pair.Major Takeaways The Treasury will not tolerate a sustained rise in Treasury yields. The US dollar risks following the yen's path. Speculators are likely to
  
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• Short-Term Analysis for BTCUSD, XRPUSD, and ETHUSD for 20.08.2026

  20-08-2026 09:10 via litefinance.org
  
  Dear readers,I've prepared a short-term forecast for Bitcoin, Ripple, and Ethereum based on Elliott Wave analysis.Major Takeaways BTCUSD: Expect a decline in an impulse wave 5. Consider short positions with a Take Profit at 57,364.54. XRPUSD: The price may fall in a bearish impulse wave. Consider short positions with a Take Profit at 0.855. ETHUSD: A new bearish wave is projected to develop. Consider short positions with a Take Profit at 1,409.08.Elliott Wave Analysis for BitcoinThe current
  
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• Why Jensen Huang’s $500 billion AI financing plan faces a big risk from China

  19-08-2026 23:05 via rocketnews.com
  
  Nvidia announced partnerships this week with six major asset managers—BlackRock, Blackstone, Apollo, KKR, Brookfield, and Goldman Sachs—to establish a $500 billion financing pipeline for data center and GPU cluster construction. The initiative, unveiled by founder Jensen Huang during a CNBC appearance, aims to extend credit to companies lacking the financial capacity or credit ratings to purchase millions of dollars in computing hardware directly.
  The financing model rests on a crit
  
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• SpaceX shares slip as another 319 million come up for sale

  19-08-2026 23:04 via rocketnews.com
  
  SpaceX Corp shares moved lower in pre-market trading as a substantial block of insider equity approached eligibility for sale. Approximately 319 million shares held by company employees and early investors were set to become tradeable on 20 August, following the completion of post-flotation lock-up restrictions.
  The stock was quoted down 2.5% before the opening bell in New York, marking a sharp reversal from the previous session when shares had gained almost 6%. That advance had been driven by
  
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• Novig posts $125 million in first-week sports prediction market volume

  19-08-2026 23:04 via rocketnews.com
  
  Novig reported trading volume exceeding $125 million across its initial week of operations, which launched on Aug. 4. The achievement outpaced the debut-week volumes recorded by competing platforms Kalshi, Polymarket U.S., Underdog, and DKeX, according to figures compiled by Novig itself.
  Parlay bets represented approximately one-third of the platform’s trading activity, with baseball emerging as the most actively traded sport. The platform achieved a single-day volume peak of $26.3 milli
  
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• Japanese automakers vulnerable to one-two punch of Iran war, yen rally

  19-08-2026 23:04 via rocketnews.com
  
  Japanese automakers Toyota, Honda, and Nissan have recently benefited from a historically weak yen, with the first two companies upgrading their full-year forecasts and Nissan reporting its first profit in approximately two years. However, industry analysts caution that external factors could undermine these gains in coming months.
  In early August, the U.S. Treasury and Japan’s Ministry of Finance conducted a jointly coordinated yen-buying intervention, marking a historic move following t
  
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• DocGo Inc. Q2 2026 Earnings Call Summary

  19-08-2026 23:04 via rocketnews.com
  
  DocGo Inc. reported second-quarter financial results characterized by management as a transformational period, primarily driven by a definitive acquisition agreement for Hicuity Health, the company’s largest such deal to date. The acquisition is intended to create a vertically integrated platform connecting clinicians with patients across the full care continuum, with a specific focus on bridging hospital and home care services. The company projects significant cost synergies from combini
  
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• Anthropic tells investors annualized revenue run rate climbed to $65 billion in July

  19-08-2026 23:04 via rocketnews.com
  
  Anthropic disclosed to investors that its annualized revenue run rate reached $65 billion at the end of July, marking a significant acceleration in the company’s financial performance. The figure was shared in a confidential investor update over the weekend and represents a sevenfold increase from the prior year.
  The Claude creator also provided a preliminary revenue figure of $11.5 billion for the second quarter, reflecting a 14-fold increase compared to the same period a year earlier. T
  
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• Target hikes outlook as sales rebound and huge tariff refund boosts bottom line

  19-08-2026 13:06 via rocketnews.com
  
  Target reported second-quarter results that exceeded analyst expectations and prompted the retailer to increase its full-year guidance. Net sales climbed 5.3% compared to the prior-year period, while comparable sales grew 3.8%, surpassing Wall Street estimates of 2.4%. The company noted strength across multiple product categories.
  A significant portion of Target’s earnings improvement came from tariff refunds. The company received a $752 million boost to net earnings, equivalent to $1.65
  
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• Nvidia Backs 8-GW Ohio AI Campus for OpenAI With $1.5 Billion Investment

  19-08-2026 13:06 via rocketnews.com
  
  Nvidia announced a major partnership to support construction of a large-scale artificial intelligence data center campus in Pike County, Ohio. The chipmaker will invest $1.5 billion directly in SB Energy, the company that will build, own and operate the facility. OpenAI will serve as the primary customer under a 20-year lease arrangement.
  The initial phase of development is designed to deliver 4.25 gigawatts of IT capacity, with Nvidia holding an option for an additional 3.75 GW. At full buildo
  
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• Home Depot reaffirms guidance amid ‘frozen housing market conditions’

  19-08-2026 13:06 via rocketnews.com
  
  Home Depot reported fiscal second-quarter results that surpassed Wall Street expectations on both revenue and earnings while maintaining its full fiscal-year guidance. The company generated net income of $4.77 billion, or $4.79 per share, compared with $4.58 per share in the prior year period. Revenue increased 5.7% to $47.86 billion. Adjusted earnings per share reached $4.92 for the quarter.
  Comparable sales rose 1.7%, beating analyst expectations of 0.9% growth and representing the highest co
  
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• Fabrinet Q4 2026 Earnings Call Summary

  19-08-2026 13:06 via rocketnews.com
  
  Fabrinet achieved record fourth-quarter revenue of $1.316 billion, representing 45% year-over-year growth across its business segments. The company implemented a new revenue reporting structure organized around three end-market categories: Data Centers, Communications Infrastructure, and Automotive/Industrial, to better align reporting with how its optical and electronic products are deployed.
  Data center revenue grew 68% year-over-year to $669 million and now accounts for 51% of total company
  
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