• Triangles in Dow Jones, Gold Prices, EUR/GBP Suggest Consolidation

    Triangle patterns appearing in Dow Jones Industrial Average, Gold prices, and EUR/GBP imply sideways trading this week followed by a breakout.
  • ASML shares fall after hiking sales forecast for second time this year on strong AI chip demand

    ASML shares fall after hiking sales forecast for second time this year on strong AI chip demand
    ASML, Europe’s most valuable company and the world’s sole manufacturer of extreme ultraviolet lithography machines, increased its financial projections for the second time in the year following better-than-anticipated quarterly performance. The Dutch semiconductor-equipment maker lifted its full-year sales forecast to between 43 billion euros and 45 billion euros from a previous range of 36 billion to 40 billion euros, while also raising its gross margin expectations to between 54%
  • Ziggi’s Coffee taps Noodles vet as growth chief

    Ziggi’s Coffee taps Noodles vet as growth chief
    Ziggi’s Coffee announced the appointment of Stacey Pool to the position of chief growth officer. Pool brings extensive marketing and branding experience from her previous roles, most recently serving as chief marketing officer at FullSpeed Automotive, a franchised system operating approximately 900 units.
    Pool previously held the role of chief marketing officer at Noodles & Company for a four-year period that concluded in 2024. During her tenure there, she focused on improving guest l
  • UnitedHealth blows past estimates, hikes earnings outlook as it reins in costs

    UnitedHealth blows past estimates, hikes earnings outlook as it reins in costs
    UnitedHealth Group reported second-quarter results that surpassed analyst forecasts, prompting the company to elevate its 2026 adjusted earnings outlook. The revised guidance projected earnings between $19.50 and $20 per share, an increase from the prior forecast of more than $18.25 per share. The company maintained its full-year revenue guidance of greater than $439 billion, though Chief Financial Officer Wayne DeVeydt indicated the company expected to exceed that target based on quarterly per
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  • Tesla just lost a near-free money stream worth $2.76 billion a year after Trump rolled back fuel economy standards

    Tesla just lost a near-free money stream worth $2.76 billion a year after Trump rolled back fuel economy standards
    Tesla experienced a significant decline in revenue from automotive regulatory credits following recent regulatory changes implemented by the Trump administration. In the second quarter of 2026, the company reported $146 million in credit revenue, a dramatic decrease from the $400-500 million per quarter the company had been generating in 2025, and far below the $2.76 billion the credits generated for the entirety of 2024.
    The collapse of this revenue stream stems from the Working Families Tax C
  • Super Micro surges 15% on new order and margin disclosure after SpaceX announcement

    Super Micro surges 15% on new order and margin disclosure after SpaceX announcement
    Super Micro Computer saw its shares rise following a preliminary business update in which the company raised its margin expectations for the June quarter. The server manufacturer indicated its gross margin and adjusted gross margin would fall between 15% and 17%, representing a significant increase from the 8.2% to 8.4% range previously communicated in May.
    The company attributed the margin improvement to favorable shifts in customer and product mix. Super Micro has benefited from sustained dem
  • Netflix stock falls as earnings forecast disappoints, company says it will give fewer engagement updates

    Netflix stock falls as earnings forecast disappoints, company says it will give fewer engagement updates
    Netflix reported second-quarter results that largely met analyst expectations, with revenue of $12.56 billion representing 13% year-over-year growth and net income of $3.40 billion, or 80 cents per share. The company attributed revenue increases to membership expansion, subscription price adjustments implemented earlier in the year, and growing advertising revenue. However, the stock declined more than 7% in subsequent trading as investors reacted negatively to the company’s earnings fore
  • Morgan Stanley posts record quarterly revenue and profit as equities trading surges 69%

    Morgan Stanley posts record quarterly revenue and profit as equities trading surges 69%
    Morgan Stanley posted record quarterly results, with net profit climbing 58% year-over-year to $5.58 billion and total revenue advancing 27% to $21.35 billion, according to results released on Wednesday.
    The standout performance was driven by a dramatic surge in equities trading revenue, which reached a record $6.3 billion—roughly $1.9 billion above analyst expectations tracked by StreetAccount. The company attributed strength across its equities business globally, highlighting particular
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  • Google just posted the biggest profit in its history — but two-thirds of it was money it hasn’t actually made yet

    Google just posted the biggest profit in its history — but two-thirds of it was money it hasn’t actually made yet
    Alphabet, Google’s parent company, announced its largest quarterly profit on record at $112.1 billion for the three-month period ending in June, a nearly fourfold increase from $28.2 billion in the comparable prior-year quarter. However, approximately $77.1 billion of this profit derived from gains on investments that had appreciated in paper value but had not yet been converted to cash through sales.
    The company’s substantial artificial intelligence infrastructure investments are c
  • GM beats on earnings, raises guidance amid ‘resilient’ consumer, pricing

    GM beats on earnings, raises guidance amid ‘resilient’ consumer, pricing
    General Motors announced raised earnings guidance for 2026 following better-than-expected second-quarter results, driven primarily by strong performance in its North American operations. The Detroit automaker increased its full-year adjusted earnings before interest and taxes guidance to between $14 billion and $16 billion, up from a prior range of $13.5 billion to $15.5 billion. Adjusted earnings per share guidance was also raised to between $12 and $14, compared with the previous range of $11
  • Clearwater Paper launches recycled paperboard line in US

    Clearwater Paper launches recycled paperboard line in US
    Clearwater Paper Corporation introduced the Circa paperboard line to the United States market, marking an expansion of the company’s product offerings in the recycled paperboard segment. The launch came through a partnership with Greenpaper and represented a strategic move to address customer demand for sustainable packaging solutions alongside the company’s existing premium offerings.
    The Circa range comprises two primary product lines designed for distinct applications. Circa Cart
  • What to Expect From LyondellBasell Industries’ Q2 2026 Earnings Report

    What to Expect From LyondellBasell Industries’ Q2 2026 Earnings Report
    LyondellBasell Industries N.V., a major chemical and plastics manufacturer with a market capitalization of $20.1 billion, is preparing to release its second-quarter earnings results. The Houston-based company operates manufacturing facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia, serving industries including packaging, automotive, construction, consumer goods, healthcare, and industrial applications.
    Analysts anticipate the company will report non-GAAP earnings per share of $3.56 for the quar
  • What to Expect From Jack Henry & Associates’ Next Quarterly Earnings Report

    What to Expect From Jack Henry & Associates’ Next Quarterly Earnings Report
    Jack Henry & Associates, Inc., a Monett, Missouri-based financial technology firm with a market capitalization of approximately $10.6 billion, provides software, payment processing, digital banking, cybersecurity, and operational solutions to banks, credit unions, fintechs, and businesses.
    Analysts project the company will deliver diluted earnings per share of $1.43 for its Q4 period, representing an 18.3% decline from $1.75 in the comparable year-ago quarter. Despite this expected decline,
  • Medtronic Earnings Preview: What to Expect

    Medtronic Earnings Preview: What to Expect
    Medtronic plc, an Ireland-based global healthcare technology company with a market capitalization of approximately $105.4 billion, develops and manufactures medical devices, software, and AI-powered solutions addressing more than 70 medical conditions. The company’s product portfolio spans cardiovascular, neuroscience, diabetes, surgical, and other therapeutic areas.
    The company was scheduled to report first-quarter fiscal year 2027 earnings before market open on September 1, 2026. Analys
  • Here’s What to Expect From Regeneron Pharmaceuticals’ Next Earnings Report

    Here’s What to Expect From Regeneron Pharmaceuticals’ Next Earnings Report
    Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, a biotechnology firm with a market capitalization of $68.8 billion headquartered in Tarrytown, New York, develops antibody-based treatments for serious diseases. The company is scheduled to release its second-quarter 2026 earnings results before market open on July 30.
    Analysts anticipate the company will report earnings per share of $8, representing a 25.4% decline from the prior-year quarter’s $10.72 per share. However, Regeneron has maintained a track record
  • Earnings Preview: What To Expect From The Home Depot’s Report

    Earnings Preview: What To Expect From The Home Depot’s Report
    The Home Depot, the world’s largest home improvement retailer headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, operates more than 2,300 stores across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. The company, with a market capitalization of approximately $330.6 billion, sells building materials, tools, appliances, and home improvement products while providing installation services and maintaining an e-commerce platform serving both DIY and professional customers.
    The retailer is scheduled to report its second-quarter
  • Partners Group’s $5.5B infra secondaries close leans on value creation, not discount

    Partners Group’s $5.5B infra secondaries close leans on value creation, not discount
    Partners Group has completed fundraising for its infrastructure secondaries program, securing more than $5.5 billion in commitments. The capital pool includes a $1.7 billion closed-end fund along with bespoke mandates and other investment vehicles, with new clients representing more than 70% of committed capital. The program encompasses both GP-led transactions and LP-led portfolio investments, with over 25% of the capital already committed across 20 seed investments.
    The infrastructure seconda
  • Blackstone beats profit estimates with AI gains as assets hit $1.35 trillion

    Blackstone beats profit estimates with AI gains as assets hit $1.35 trillion
    Blackstone reported second-quarter results that exceeded analyst forecasts, with distributable earnings per share rising 26% to $1.52, compared to consensus estimates of $1.35. The alternative asset manager’s total assets under management climbed to $1.35 trillion during the period, bolstered by substantial inflows across its investment platforms.
    The firm generated $31.8 billion from monetizing existing investments, supported by several major transactions. These included selling stakes i
  • Is Crypto Dead? A 2026 Reality Check

    Is Crypto Dead? A 2026 Reality Check
    When Bitcoin collapsed from $69,000 to $16,000 in 2022, the market erupted. Articles and social media posts were everywhere. Panic spread quickly, investors rushed to sell, and everyone seemed to be talking about crypto. It was a brutal sell-off, so the reaction came as no surprise. This time, however, things feel very different.Bitcoin has lost about 50% of its value since peaking at $126,000 in October 2025. The total cryptocurrency market capitalization has plummeted from $4.3 trillion to $2.
  • World Stock Market Holidays: August 2026

    World Stock Market Holidays: August 2026
    Dear clients,Please get acquainted with upcoming changes in LiteFinance’s trading schedule this month.National Liberation Day, South Korea, 17.08.2026 Trading instrument Closure Resumption USDKRW 14/08/2026 23:00:00 18/08/2026 03:00:00Summer Bank Holiday, UK, 31.08.2026 Trading instrument Closure Resumption FTSE 28/08/2026 23:00:00 01/09/2026 03:00:00 #AHT 28/08/2026 18:30:00 01/09/2026 10:00:00 #BAES 28/08/2026 18:30:00 01/09/2026 10:00:00 #BARC 28/08/2026 18:30:00 01/09/2026 10:00:00 #BA
  • XAU/USD: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 24.07.26–31.07.26

    XAU/USD: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 24.07.26–31.07.26
    Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider long positions from corrections above the level of 3,941.85. with a target of 4,900.00–5,610.00. A buy signal: the price holds above 3,941.85. Stop Loss: below 3,875.00, Take Profit: 4,900.00–5,610.00. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation below the level of 3,941.85 will allow the asset to continue declining to the levels of 3,720.00–3,290.55. A sell signal: the level of 3,941.85 is broken to the downside. Stop Loss: above 4,0
  • WTI Crude Oil: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 24.07.26–31.07.26

    WTI Crude Oil: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 24.07.26–31.07.26
    Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider long positions from corrections above 79.67 with a target of 105.17–115.50. A buy signal: the price holds above 79.67. Stop Loss: below 78.00, Take Profit: 105.17–115.50. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation below 79.67 will allow the asset to continue declining to the levels of 67.00–58.50. A sell signal: the level of 79.67 is broken to the downside. Stop Loss: above 81.30, Take Profit: 67.00–58.50.Main ScenarioConsider
  • USD/JPY: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 24.07.26–31.07.26

    USD/JPY: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 24.07.26–31.07.26
    Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider long positions from corrections above 162.60 with a target of 166.50–170.00. A buy signal: the price holds above 162.60. Stop Loss: below 162.00, Take Profit: 166.50–170.00. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation below 162.60 will allow the pair to continue declining to the levels of 160.96–159.86. A sell signal: the level of 162.60 is broken to the downside. Stop Loss: above 163.20, Take Profit: 160.96–159.86.Main Scenari
  • GBP/USD: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 24.07.26–31.07.26

    GBP/USD: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 24.07.26–31.07.26
    Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider short positions from corrections below the level of 1.3556 with a target of 1.3050–1.2936. A sell signal: the price holds below 1.3556. Stop Loss: above 1.3600, Take Profit: 1.3050–1.2936. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation above the level of 1.3556 will allow the pair to continue rising to the levels of 1.3870–1.4140. A buy signal: the level of 1.3556 is broken to the upside. Stop Loss: below 1.3515, Take Profit: 1.3870&nda
  • EUR/USD: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 24.07.26–31.07.26

    EUR/USD: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 24.07.26–31.07.26
    Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider short positions from corrections below the level of 1.1436 with a target of 1.1124–1.0892. A sell signal: the price holds below 1.1436. Stop Loss: above 1.1480, Take Profit: 1.1124–1.0892. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation above the level of 1.1436 will allow the pair to continue rising to the levels of 1.1790–1.2088. A buy signal: the level of 1.1436 is broken to the upside. Stop Loss: below 1.1390, Take Profit: 1.1790&nda
  • TSMC, the world’s largest contract chipmaker, reports 68% surge in June revenue

    TSMC, the world’s largest contract chipmaker, reports 68% surge in June revenue
    Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. announced robust financial results for June, posting year-on-year revenue growth of 67.9%, with the world’s largest contract chipmaker continuing to benefit from strong demand in artificial intelligence applications. The company reported June revenue of NT$442.68 billion, representing a 6.2% monthly increase. Shares rose 1% following the announcement.
    For the first half of 2026, TSMC generated total revenue of 2.4 trillion new Taiwan dollars, equival
  • Tesla Holds Bitcoin Position Steady as Digital Asset Loss Reaches $112M

    Tesla Holds Bitcoin Position Steady as Digital Asset Loss Reaches $112M
    Tesla Inc. held its Bitcoin treasury position steady at 11,509 BTC throughout the second quarter, continuing an unchanged holding pattern that has persisted for nearly four years. The company recorded a $112 million after-tax loss on its digital asset holdings during the quarter as Bitcoin experienced significant volatility, declining from approximately $83,000 at the end of March to around $58,000 by June 30 before recovering above $65,000 in July.
    The company has not engaged in any Bitcoin tr
  • NovaGold (NG) Jumps 10.3% on $4.2B Donlin Mine Takeover

    NovaGold (NG) Jumps 10.3% on $4.2B Donlin Mine Takeover
    NovaGold Resources Inc. extended a winning streak to its third consecutive trading day on Wednesday, with shares rising 10.30 percent to close at $6.21. The gain followed the company’s announcement of a definitive agreement to acquire Paulson Advisers LLC’s entire 40 percent stake in the Donlin Gold project through an all-share transaction valued at $4.2 billion.
    Following the transaction’s completion, NovaGold will hold full ownership of the Donlin Gold project in Alaska. The
  • New Pipelines Set To Ease Permian Natural Gas Glut

    New Pipelines Set To Ease Permian Natural Gas Glut
    The Permian Basin, the nation’s leading oil-producing region, experienced significant natural gas pricing pressures during the first half of the year as associated gas from oil-directed drilling operations accumulated without adequate pipeline infrastructure to transport it. Operators were forced to either flare excess gas within regulatory limits or incur costs to dispose of what many considered an unwanted byproduct of their primary crude oil extraction activities. This supply-demand im
  • Global Refiners Are Cutting Out Oil Traders To Buy Venezuelan Crude Directly

    Global Refiners Are Cutting Out Oil Traders To Buy Venezuelan Crude Directly
    Major refiners and oil producers are increasingly negotiating direct supply contracts with Venezuela’s state-owned petroleum company, circumventing the commodity trading intermediaries that had dominated Venezuelan crude marketing over the preceding six months. Following geopolitical developments in January, the U.S. administration facilitated a deal granting exclusive long-term licenses to trading houses Vitol and Trafigura through June 2027, effectively restricting market access for oth

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