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• Shein faces existential threat as tariffs hit low-price model, putting new focus on services

  10-08-2026 13:01 via rocketnews.com
  
  Discount retailer Shein disclosed in IPO documents that elimination of trade law exemptions has materially impacted its business performance, particularly in its largest markets. The company attributed a decline in U.S. revenue to tariff-related price increases implemented beginning in May 2025, with U.S. sales falling more than 3% between 2024 and 2025 and dropping 14% in the first quarter compared to the prior year.
  Europe, which contributed 35% of Shein’s 2025 revenue, faces similar he
  
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• Fox advertising, streaming service Tubi get boost from World Cup

  13-08-2026 13:02 via rocketnews.com
  
  Fox Corp. posted strong financial results for its fiscal fourth quarter and full year, with the FIFA World Cup tournament serving as a major revenue driver. Overall revenue reached $4.21 billion, representing a 28% increase year-over-year. Advertising revenue experienced particularly robust growth, climbing 78% to $1.92 billion, with the World Cup and performance of the Tubi streaming platform cited as primary contributors to the gain.
  The World Cup broadcast and streaming operations attracted
  
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• Wendy’s stock jumps on report of potential takeover bid from Nelson Peltz’s Trian Fund Management

  13-08-2026 13:01 via rocketnews.com
  
  Wendy’s shares jumped significantly following a Financial Times report indicating that Trian Fund Management, led by activist investor Nelson Peltz, is developing a proposal to acquire the burger chain. The stock climb prompted a temporary trading halt due to volatility. Trian is reportedly collaborating with multiple investors on the proposal, including BlueFive Capital and the Flynn Group, which operates a substantial Wendy’s franchise portfolio.
  Wendy’s responded to the tak
  
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• Sweetgreen cuts full-year outlook as cyclospora fears weigh on sales

  13-08-2026 13:01 via rocketnews.com
  
  Sweetgreen announced a reduction to its full-year financial guidance on Thursday, citing diminished consumer demand for fresh prepared foods following a multistate cyclospora outbreak that began in mid-July. The salad chain projected same-store sales declines of 7% to 8% for the year, a significant downward revision from its prior forecast of 2% to 4% declines. The company also adjusted its profitability expectations downward, now anticipating an adjusted loss before interest, taxes, depreciati
  
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• Spectral AI Q2 Earnings Call Highlights

  13-08-2026 13:01 via rocketnews.com
  
  Spectral AI, Inc. (NASDAQ: MDAI) reported second-quarter results reflecting a transition toward commercial operations following the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s De Novo clearance of its DeepView System for burn assessment in May. The company reiterated its 2026 revenue guidance of approximately $18.5 million, which excludes anticipated significant revenue from DeepView system sales.
  Second-quarter financial results showed research and development revenue declined to $3.5 million fr
  
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• Mineralys Therapeutics Q2 Earnings Call Highlights

  13-08-2026 13:01 via rocketnews.com
  
  Mineralys Therapeutics outlined its commercial launch strategy for lorundrostat, an aldosterone synthase inhibitor under FDA review for uncontrolled hypertension, ahead of the agency’s December 22 Prescription Drug User Fee Act target date. The company reported that clinical analyses demonstrated meaningful blood-pressure reductions in patients with chronic kidney disease and a 52% placebo-adjusted reduction in albuminuria, a marker of kidney injury. Exploratory proteomic findings from tw
  
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• Lumentum Q4 Earnings Call Highlights

  13-08-2026 13:01 via rocketnews.com
  
  Lumentum Holdings reported strong fourth-quarter financial results, with fiscal Q4 revenue reaching $1.01 billion, representing 109% year-over-year growth and 23% sequential growth. The company attributed the surge to heightened demand for optical connectivity components tied to artificial intelligence data-center deployments. Revenue growth marked the eighth consecutive period of year-over-year increases and the third straight quarter with sequential growth exceeding 20%.
  Within the product se
  
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• Pound Faces Downside Risk as UK Growth Tailwinds Disappear. Forecast as of 13.08.2026

  13-08-2026 12:11 via litefinance.org
  
  The de-escalation of the conflict in the Middle East and the World Cup helped the UK economy shine in the second quarter. However, these temporary tailwinds have faded. Let's explore the outlook and develop a trading plan for the GBP/USD.Major Takeaways UK GDP is starting the year on a strong note. The pound is being sold on the news after being bought on the rumors. The BoE is unlikely to raise rates. Short positions on the GBP/USD can be opened if the price fails to return above 1.351.Wee
  
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• Short-Term Analysis for Oil, Gold, and EURUSD for 13.08.2026

  13-08-2026 09:40 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.The euro is correcting lower within a short-term uptrend.Major Takeaways USCrude: Consider buying oil at the support A of 79.50–79.10. XAUUSD: Gold is expected to decline toward support A of 4,347–4,336. EURUSD: The euro is approaching support A
  
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• Greenback Shrugs Off Inflation Data. Forecast as of 13.08.2026

  13-08-2026 09:24 via litefinance.org
  
  It would seem that a slowdown in inflation—and the resulting decline in the likelihood of Fed tightening—combined with falling Treasury yields and a rally in the S&P 500, should have sent the greenback tumbling. Yet that has not happened. Why? Let's take a closer look and develop a trading plan for the EUR/USD.Major Takeaways US inflation continues to slow. The likelihood of a Fed rate hike in 2026 is declining. The US dollar is becoming increasingly sensitive to oil prices. Shor
  
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• Short-Term Analysis for BTCUSD, XRPUSD, and ETHUSD for 13.08.2026

  13-08-2026 09:05 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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• Cisco’s stock drops despite earnings, revenue beat

  12-08-2026 23:01 via rocketnews.com
  
  Cisco released its fiscal fourth-quarter earnings report on Wednesday, delivering results that surpassed analyst expectations. The company projected revenue between $18 billion and $18.2 billion for the current period, exceeding the $16.8 billion average estimate from analysts. Additionally, Cisco provided earnings guidance for the current period and strong full-year projections that beat consensus forecasts.
  Despite the favorable results, Cisco shares traded lower in extended trading following
  
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• Cerebras stock plunges 14% after second earnings report following IPO

  12-08-2026 23:01 via rocketnews.com
  
  Cerebras Systems reported financial results for the second quarter following its May initial public offering, raising its full-year revenue outlook while experiencing a significant stock decline in after-hours trading.
  The chipmaker reported core revenue of $210 million for the second quarter, surpassing analyst expectations of $212.6 million. The company also disclosed GAAP revenue of $180.1 million, which excludes pass-through revenue. However, Cerebras recorded a net loss of $450.5 million c
  
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• How to Invest $10,000: Smart Ways to Grow Your Money

  12-08-2026 15:33 via litefinance.org
  
  Ten thousand dollars. You could spend it on a used car, a trip, or home improvements. Or you could make the money work for you. For many beginners, $10,000 is a good starting point for investing. It is enough to diversify, but not so much that you need a financial advisor.Where should you invest your money in 2026? There are dozens of options, from bonds to aggressive leveraged Forex trading. ETFs and index funds are suitable for passive investing. Stock CFDs allow you to profit from price movem
  
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• Quantum Computing, Inc. Q2 2026 Earnings Call Summary

  12-08-2026 13:02 via rocketnews.com
  
  Quantum Computing, Inc. outlined a strategic transition during its second-quarter earnings presentation, moving away from pure research and development toward commercialized production of quantum and photonic technologies. The company emphasized a dual-growth approach combining advancement of room-temperature quantum systems with expansion of its commercial photonic components and foundry services business.
  Three acquisitions—Luminar Semiconductor, NuCrypt, and Enhanced Semiconductor, Inc
  
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• Getty Images Holdings, Inc. Q2 2026 Earnings Call Summary

  12-08-2026 13:02 via rocketnews.com
  
  Getty Images Holdings disclosed Q2 financial results shaped by the termination of its 18-month pursuit to merge with Shutterstock, which resulted in over $100 million in cumulative professional and financing fees that pressured revenue growth during the period.
  The company’s Agency business faced structural challenges as industry consolidation and adoption of AI-driven internal content production models reduced demand for external materials. iStock performance was similarly constrained by
  
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• S&P 500 dividend yield hits record low near 1% and it has some retirees rethinking their strategies

  12-08-2026 13:01 via rocketnews.com
  
  The S&P 500 dividend yield reached approximately 1%, marking the lowest level on record according to market strategists. While dividend payments themselves have not declined, the yield has compressed because stock prices have risen significantly faster than payouts. The index surpassed 7,700 in early August, with the broadest index now heavily weighted toward large-cap technology companies that distribute little to no dividends.
  Retirees accustomed to relying on dividend income face diminis
  
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• Riot Shares Jump After $9.1B AI Lease and Q2 Revenue Beat

  12-08-2026 13:01 via rocketnews.com
  
  Riot Platforms Inc. announced strong financial results and a major infrastructure agreement that drove its stock higher in after-hours trading. The company reported second-quarter revenue of $174.2 million, representing a 14% increase from $153.0 million in the prior year and exceeding analyst expectations of $152.06 million.
  The primary catalyst for the share price movement was Riot’s execution of a 20-year data center lease with an unnamed frontier artificial intelligence laboratory. Th
  
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• Red Violet, Inc. Q2 2026 Earnings Call Summary

  12-08-2026 13:01 via rocketnews.com
  
  Red Violet, Inc. announced record financial performance across all key metrics during its second quarter earnings call. The company attributed its strong results to growing market demand for identity intelligence solutions, particularly as organizations face elevated risks from AI-generated fraud and synthetic identity schemes. The platform experienced 447 new customer additions focused on identity intelligence services, reflecting a shift in market perception from optional capability to essent
  
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• Plug Power Inc. Q2 2026 Earnings Call Summary

  12-08-2026 13:01 via rocketnews.com
  
  Plug Power management attributed sequential improvements in gross margins to its ‘Quantum Leap’ restructuring program, which enhanced operational discipline throughout the organization. Revenue growth of 9% on a sequential basis was primarily supported by an accelerating commercial engine, with particular strength in the material handling segment where GenDrive deployments experienced more than double the year-over-year growth rate.
  Service margins expanded to 27%, benefiting from i
  
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• Chinese tech giant Tencent posts revenue beat on accelerating games sales, AI-driven ads

  12-08-2026 13:01 via rocketnews.com
  
  Tencent reported mixed second-quarter results, with revenue beating analyst forecasts while profitability fell short of expectations. The company’s overall revenue increased 11% year-over-year, while reported net profit rose nearly 1%. On an adjusted basis excluding one-time items and certain non-cash charges, profit reached 68.4 billion yuan, representing 9% growth compared to the prior-year period.
  The company’s China gaming division provided a significant growth driver, with dome
  
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• Bakkt Holdings, Inc. Q2 2026 Earnings Call Summary

  12-08-2026 13:01 via rocketnews.com
  
  Bakkt Holdings outlined its operational structure as an integrated platform composed of three primary business segments: Markets for regulated infrastructure, Agent for intelligence and distribution, and Global for strategic market reach. The company emphasized that a interconnected foundation based on regulatory compliance, customer verification protocols, and around-the-clock stablecoin settlement capabilities creates a synergistic effect across all divisions.
  Management reported acceleration
  
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• Brent Set to Rally as Middle East Tensions Escalate. Forecast as of 12.08.2026

  12-08-2026 12:32 via litefinance.org
  
  The oil market continues to swing between periods of escalation and de-escalation and remains highly sensitive to headline news. However, fundamental factors continue to favor bears. Let's take a closer look at the situation and develop a trading plan for Brent.Major Takeaways The IEA estimates the supply shortfall at 1.8 million bpd. The crisis in the Middle East continues to escalate. Maritime oil shipments from the region have fallen to 4.9 million bpd. A break above $90 per barrel could prov
  
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• Short-Term Analysis for Oil, Gold, and EURUSD for 12.08.2026

  12-08-2026 09:37 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 trade in a short-term uptrend.Major Takeaways USCrude: Oil retains its upward trajectory. XAUUSD: Gold may continue rising toward the Target Zone 2 of 4,493–4,472. EURUSD: The euro is retreating from the Target Zone of 1.1601&nd
  
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• US Dollar Braces for Crucial Inflation Data. Forecast as of 12.08.2026

  12-08-2026 09:18 via litefinance.org
  
  Does the slowdown in CPI mark the beginning of a sustained disinflationary trend, or is it merely temporary? Judging by developments in the Middle East, investors appear to favor the latter scenario. If so, the EUR/USD rally may not last long. Let's take a closer look and develop a trading plan.Major Takeaways US inflation is expected to slow. The conflict in the Middle East continues to escalate. The US dollar is likely to regain ground. A failed test of 1.1565 could provide a reason to sell th
  
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• Short-Term Analysis for BTCUSD, XRPUSD, and ETHUSD for 12.08.2026

  12-08-2026 09:00 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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• Weekly Economic Calendar for 17.08.2026–23.08.2026

  12-08-2026 02:00 via litefinance.org
  
  The release of the July FOMC minutes on Wednesday will be the key event for markets during the week of August 17–23, 2026.Market participants will also review key macroeconomic data from China, Germany, the US, New Zealand, the UK, and Canada, as well as the outcome of the People's Bank of China meeting, and monitor developments in the Middle East.Note: During the coming week, new events may be added to the calendar, and/or some scheduled events may be canceled. GMT time.Major Takeawa
  
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• Intel raises $20 billion from upsized share sale

  11-08-2026 23:02 via rocketnews.com
  
  Intel completed a $20 billion equity offering on Tuesday, exceeding its initial target of $15 billion, according to filings and reports. The company priced shares at $95 per share, representing a 2.6% discount from the previous close. The capital raise comes as Intel seeks to fund its costly expansion into chip contract manufacturing, an area where it aims to compete with established leaders like TSMC.
  The chipmaker’s shares experienced significant volatility during the offering process,
  
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• Wheat Posting Monday Morning Strength

  11-08-2026 23:01 via rocketnews.com
  
  Wheat futures demonstrated strength early in the trading week, with multiple contract months advancing substantially. Chicago SRW wheat contracts closed between 7 and 9 cents higher, while Kansas City HRW futures gained 13 to 15 cents. Minneapolis spring wheat added 8 to 9 cents at the close. September contract months showed mixed performance compared to the previous week, with Chicago SRW September declining 1 3/4 cents while Kansas City HRW September gained ½ cent and Minneapolis sprin
  
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• Strategy Sells $109M in Bitcoin as Dollar Reserve Tops $4.6B

  11-08-2026 23:01 via rocketnews.com
  
  Michael Saylor’s Bitcoin treasury firm Strategy completed a sale of 1,690 BTC for $108.6 million in the week ending August 9, according to regulatory filings submitted on Monday. The transaction brought the firm’s Bitcoin holdings down to 840,447 from 842,138 BTC held the previous week. The coins were sold at an average price of $64,262 per unit, net of fees.
  The proceeds from the Bitcoin sale were directed entirely toward repurchasing preferred stock. Strategy repurchased 1,152,020
  
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