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• BOJ’s policy board becoming more concerned about effects of a weaker yen

  09-05-2024 02:57 via rocketnews.com
  The Bank of Japan’s policy board is becoming more concerned about upside risks to its inflation outlook amid the yen’s sharp weakening which leads to higher import prices, according to a summary of opinions from its latest April meeting released Thursday.
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• Restaurant Brands International earnings beat as Burger King’s U.S. business soars

  14-08-2026 23:03 via rocketnews.com
  
  Restaurant Brands International delivered second-quarter financial results that exceeded Wall Street forecasts, driven primarily by robust performance at Burger King across multiple markets. The company reported net income attributable to shareholders of $507 million, or $1.45 per share, compared with $189 million, or 57 cents per share, in the prior-year period. On an adjusted basis excluding transaction costs and advisory fees, earnings reached $1.07 per share. Net revenue increased 4.5% to $
  
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• Why Wall Street Isn’t Buying Super Micro’s $60 Billion Backlog Quite Yet

  14-08-2026 23:02 via rocketnews.com
  
  Super Micro Computer concluded fiscal 2026 with notable operational achievements, including a record backlog exceeding $60 billion in new orders received during the fourth quarter. The company’s fiscal 2026 revenue reached $39.1 billion, reflecting 78% year-over-year growth. Fourth-quarter results were particularly strong, with revenue climbing to $11.1 billion, up 93% compared to the prior year and 9% sequentially. Management issued guidance for the first quarter of fiscal 2027 projectin
  
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• Korea’s Stock Market Surges Another 3.5% Overnight. Intel, Coherent, and Micron Among Most Active Premarket Stocks in US Trading.

  14-08-2026 23:02 via rocketnews.com
  
  South Korea’s benchmark Kospi index posted a 3.5% overnight gain, advancing into technical bull market territory roughly one month following a significant market downturn. The rebound from the July 30 low reached approximately 23%, fueled primarily by strength in the semiconductor sector. Memory chip manufacturers SK Hynix closed up 5.9% and Samsung Electronics gained 4.9%, both benefiting from renewed investor confidence in artificial intelligence infrastructure spending.
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• Japan’s Yen Intervention Bought Time. Not a Fix

  14-08-2026 23:02 via rocketnews.com
  
  Japan and the United States executed their first coordinated yen-purchasing operation since 1998 in late July, deploying billions of dollars to support the currency as it reached 40-year lows. Japan’s finance ministry had previously spent an estimated $74 billion in late April, followed by $59 billion on July 30 when the yen traded near ¥163.73 against the dollar. The U.S. Treasury Department, through the New York Federal Reserve, sold euros to purchase yen on behalf of the United Sta
  
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• Growth strategies grab a bigger slice of shrinking UK PE fundraising

  14-08-2026 23:02 via rocketnews.com
  
  Growth strategies accounted for a significantly expanded portion of UK private equity fundraising in the first six months of this year, according to PitchBook’s 2026 UK Private Capital Breakdown. Growth funds raised £2.6 billion (approximately $3.5 billion) and represented 22.2% of all PE capital raised during that period, a substantial increase from their 2.8% share in 2025. The growth category also showed strength in deal volume, appearing in 26.7% of the 15 total PE fund closures
  
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• Gold prices must overcome this next hurdle before another bullish run

  14-08-2026 23:02 via rocketnews.com
  
  Gold prices reached a pivotal technical level during the trading session, closing at $4,363 per ounce. The precious metal has gained approximately 6.3% over the previous month, outpacing the S&P 500’s advance of roughly 2% in the same timeframe.
  Chart analysts have identified the 200-day moving average, currently positioned at about $4,484 per ounce, as a key resistance point for the rally. This widely followed technical indicator helps investors distinguish between long-term price tr
  
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• Ackman unveils six new investments including Netflix, Visa, Mastercard in portfolio overhaul

  14-08-2026 23:02 via rocketnews.com
  
  Prominent investor Bill Ackman disclosed six new investment positions held across his investment funds, including his recently launched Pershing Square USA exchange-traded fund. The new holdings comprise Netflix, Visa, Mastercard, eye care company Alcon, exchange operator Intercontinental Exchange, and financial data provider S&P Global. Ackman indicated the acquisitions began in the second quarter and cited his belief that strong earnings growth at these firms represents the primary driver
  
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• Resort destination mall and hotel seek Chapter 11 bankruptcy

  14-08-2026 23:01 via rocketnews.com
  
  Boatworks at Tahoe LLC, which operates Boatworks Mall and the adjacent 34-room Inn at Boatworks on Lake Tahoe’s North Shore, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of California on Aug. 11. The filing was made to prevent a foreclosure auction scheduled for Aug. 12. The company listed between $10 million to $50 million in assets and debts.
  Citizens National Bank of Texas initiated the foreclosure process in January after filing a no
  
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• XAU/USD: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 14.08.26 – 21.08.26

  14-08-2026 14:50 via litefinance.org
  
  Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider long positions from corrections above 4,170.80 with a target of 4,900.00–5,610.00. A buy signal: the local correction ends and the price settles above 4,170.80. Stop Loss: below 4,100.00, Take Profit: 4,900.00–5,610.00. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation below the level of 4,170.80 will allow the asset to continue declining to the levels of 3,720.00–3,290.55. A sell signal: the level of 4,170.80 is broken to the downside. St
  
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• WTI Crude Oil: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 14.08.26 – 21.08.26

  14-08-2026 14:20 via litefinance.org
  
  Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider long positions from corrections above 73.45 with a target of 105.17–115.50. A buy signal: the price holds above 73.45. Stop Loss: below 72.00, Take Profit: 105.17–115.50. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation below the level of 73.45 will allow the asset to continue declining to the levels of 58.50–50.00. A sell signal: the level of 73.45 is broken to the downside. Stop Loss: above 75.00, Take Profit: 58.50–50.00.Main sce
  
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• USD/JPY: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 14.08.26 – 21.08.26

  14-08-2026 13:50 via litefinance.org
  
  Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider short positions from corrections below the level of 160.52 with a target of 154.60–151.76. A sell signal: the price holds below 160.52. Stop Loss: above 161.10, Take Profit: 154.60–151.76. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation above 160.52 will allow the pair to continue rising to the levels of 163.90–166.50. A buy signal: the level of 160.52 is broken to the upside. Stop Loss: below 159.90, Take Profit: 163.90–166.50.Mai
  
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• GBP/USD: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 14.08.26 – 21.08.26

  14-08-2026 13:20 via litefinance.org
  
  Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider long positions from corrections above 1.3390 with a target of 1.3870–1.4140. A buy signal: the price holds above 1.3390. Stop Loss: below 1.3345, Take Profit: 1.3870–1.4140. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation below the level of 1.3390 will allow the pair to continue declining to the levels of 1.3140–1.2936. A sell signal: the level of 1.3390 is broken to the downside. Stop Loss: above 1.3435, Take Profit: 1.3140–1.2936
  
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• Trump Media posts $238 million second-quarter loss as crypto declines

  14-08-2026 13:02 via rocketnews.com
  
  Trump Media & Technology Group disclosed a net loss of more than $238 million for its fiscal second quarter, a significant increase from the nearly $20 million loss recorded in the same period the previous year. The company attributed the substantial loss primarily to non-cash asset declines, with more than $190 million stemming from losses related to digital assets, pledged digital assets, and equity securities.
  The company generated less than $2 million in quarterly revenue, with approxim
  
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• RxSight (RXST) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

  14-08-2026 13:02 via rocketnews.com
  
  RxSight held its second quarter 2026 earnings conference call on August 5, featuring newly appointed President and Chief Executive Officer Aziz Mottiwala alongside Chief Financial Officer Mark Wilterding. The company reported total revenue of $33.7 million for the three months ended June 30, 2026, which included $6.5 million related to a strategic collaboration with Alcon.
  Excluding Alcon-related revenue, core product sales totaled $27.2 million, representing a 19% decline from the prior year p
  
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• KORU (KRMD) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

  14-08-2026 13:02 via rocketnews.com
  
  KORU Medical Systems held its second quarter earnings conference call on August 5, addressing financial results for the period ending June 30. President and CEO Adam Kalbermatten reported record quarterly revenues of $12 million, reflecting 18% growth compared to the prior year period. The company’s domestic core revenue reached $8 million, up 12% year-over-year, driven by new patient starts and market share gains in the subcutaneous immunoglobulin market. International core revenue total
  
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• JPMorgan says Wall Street’s AI bet is finally paying off

  14-08-2026 13:02 via rocketnews.com
  
  JPMorgan increased its year-end forecast for the S&P 500 to 8,000, up from a prior projection of 7,800, according to reporting by Reuters. The adjustment reflects the bank’s assessment that artificial intelligence capital expenditures by leading technology firms are transitioning from a spending phase into one demonstrating tangible revenue conversion and cash-flow generation.
  The bank simultaneously raised its 2026 earnings-per-share forecast for the S&P 500 to $365 from $350 and
  
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• How Do ETFs Work? The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Exchange-Traded Funds

  14-08-2026 13:02 via rocketnews.com
  
  An ETF, or exchange-traded fund, is an investment vehicle that bundles multiple assets—stocks, bonds, commodities, or combinations thereof—into a single tradable security. When an investor purchases one ETF share, they obtain ownership in a collection of underlying holdings, such as all 500 companies in the S&P 500 index, without needing to buy each security individually.
  ETFs operate through two concurrent mechanisms. On the public exchange, shares trade throughout the trading
  
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• Honest Company (HNST) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

  14-08-2026 13:02 via rocketnews.com
  
  The Honest Company held its second quarter 2026 earnings call on August 5, reporting strong operational performance and raising its full-year outlook. The company achieved organic revenue growth of 6.7% on reported revenue of $83.3 million, which reflected a 10.9% decline when including the impact of diaper category headwinds and the strategic wind-down of apparel operations.
  The company’s wipes portfolio delivered particularly robust results, with consumption growth of 26% compared to ca
  
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• Hyperion Profit More Than Triples to $31M, HYPE Treasury Reaches $133M

  14-08-2026 13:01 via rocketnews.com
  
  Hyperion DeFi Inc. posted a second consecutive record quarter, with net income reaching $31 million in the second quarter, a significant increase from $8.8 million in the first quarter. The company’s adjusted EBITDA rose to $53.7 million from $19.5 million in the prior period, reflecting broad-based operational improvements.
  The company’s treasury gains provided a substantial boost to results. The value of HYPE token holdings climbed to $132.6 million from $71 million at the end of
  
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• ANZ says property tax changes hit mortgage demand, posts slightly higher profit

  14-08-2026 13:01 via rocketnews.com
  
  ANZ Group reported marginally higher quarterly cash profit on Thursday despite indications of declining mortgage demand in Australia’s housing market. The bank’s cash profit grew 1% from the average of the prior two quarters to A$1.90 billion, supported by increased lending volumes and improved margins.
  The lender noted that mortgage application values remained broadly flat compared to the previous quarter, primarily due to participation in a government support scheme launched in la
  
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• EUR/USD: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 14.08.26 – 21.08.26

  14-08-2026 12:50 via litefinance.org
  
  Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider long positions from corrections above 1.1438 with a target of 1.1790–1.2088. A buy signal: the correction ends and the price settles above 1.1438. Stop Loss: below 1.1395, Take Profit: 1.1790–1.2088. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation below the level of 1.1438 will allow the pair to continue declining to the levels of 1.1346–1.1200. A sell signal: the level of 1.1438 is broken to the downside. Stop Loss: above 1.1480, Take P
  
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• USD/CHF: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 14.08.26 – 21.08.26

  14-08-2026 12:20 via litefinance.org
  
  Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider short positions from corrections below the level of 0.8206 with a target of 0.7755–0.7593. A sell signal: the price holds below 0.8206. Stop Loss: above 0.8245, Take Profit: 0.7755–0.7593. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation above 0.8206 will allow the pair to continue rising to the levels of 0.8400–0.8600. A buy signal: the level of 0.8206 is broken to the upside. Stop Loss: below 0.8165, Take Profit: 0.8400–0.8600.Mai
  
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• Gold Gets Ahead of Itself. Forecast as of 14.08.2026

  14-08-2026 12:15 via litefinance.org
  
  Gold rallied to two-month highs ahead of the inflation reports, only to pull back immediately after the data was released. This seemingly paradoxical move raises a question: is XAU/USD getting carried away by its own euphoria? Let's discuss this topic and outline a trading plan.Major Takeaways The odds of a September Fed rate hike have fallen to 32%. A weak labor market has fueled investors' stagflation concerns. UBS and the LBMA expect gold to trade in the $4,500–$5,000 per ounce range. A
  
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• What Is Dividend Yield? Meaning, Formula, and Examples

  14-08-2026 12:10 via litefinance.org
  
  Stock investing appeals to millions of people because it offers two ways to earn returns: through capital appreciation and dividend payments. The first requires investors to wait for the right time to sell their shares, while the second can provide a steady stream of investment income over time.However, the dividend amount alone does not show how profitable an investment in a particular company may be. To assess its potential return, you need to compare the dividend with the price you pay for th
  
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• USD/CAD: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 14.08.26 – 21.08.26

  14-08-2026 11:48 via litefinance.org
  
  Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider long positions from corrections above 1.3900 with a target of 1.4250–1.4400. A buy signal: the price holds above 1.3900. Stop Loss: below 1.3860, Take Profit: 1.4250–1.4400. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation below the level of 1.3900 will allow the pair to continue declining to the levels of 1.3820–1.3722. A sell signal: the level of 1.3900 is broken to the downside. Stop Loss: above 1.3940, Take Profit: 1.3820–1.3722
  
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• Short-Term Analysis for Oil, Gold, and EURUSD for 14.08.2026

  14-08-2026 09:36 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.Gold continues to pull back.Major Takeaways USCrude: Oil is rising after testing support A of 79.50–79.10, reaching the first bullish target. XAUUSD: Gold has pierced support A of 4,347–4,336. EURUSD: The euro may exceed last week's high.Oil Pri
  
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• Dollar Holds Euro Bulls at Bay. Forecast as of 14.08.2026

  14-08-2026 09:24 via litefinance.org
  
  The tailwinds from the stock market rally, falling Treasury yields, and the prospect of Fed rate cuts failed to push EUR/USD quotes significantly higher. The pair rose only modestly following the release of the PPI data. Let's examine the situation and develop a trading plan.Major Takeaways The EUR/USD reacted differently to the CPI and PPI reports. The dollar is becoming increasingly sensitive to oil prices. Brent remains range-bound between $80 and $90 per barrel. The 1.154 level is the line i
  
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• Short-Term Analysis for BTCUSD, XRPUSD, and ETHUSD for 14.08.2026

  14-08-2026 09:17 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: The price is expected to rise in the final part of correction 4. Consider long positions with a Take Profit at 66,931.90. XRPUSD: The asset could rise in corrective wave (4) of the bearish impulse. Consider long positions with a Take Profit at 1.086. ETHUSD: The fifth part of a bullish correction (B) is projected to form. Long positions can be consid
  
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• ‘Tougher times ahead’: Don’t expect blowout returns to continue, CEO of $2.3 trillion fund warns after record first half

  13-08-2026 23:02 via rocketnews.com
  
  Nicolai Tangen, chief executive of Norges Bank Investment Management, addressed market prospects following his fund’s exceptional performance in the first half of the year. The entity, which manages Norway’s $2.3 trillion oil fund, generated a profit approaching $185 billion during the period, though this outcome emerged from volatile trading conditions.
  The fund’s equity portfolio experienced significant swings, declining 2.6% during the opening quarter before rebounding with
  
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