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• Under siege in Washington, Trump reaps Saudi arms deal, stronger ties

  20-05-2017 20:20 via yahoo.com
  
  By Jeff Mason and Steve HollandRIYADH (Reuters) - Under political fire at home, U.S. President Donald Trump sealed a $110 billion arms deal with Saudi Arabia on Saturday on his maiden foreign trip as he struggled to shift attention from the aftermath of his firing of the director of the FBI.The arms deal, plus other investments that U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said could total up to $350 billion, was the central achievement of Trump's first day in Riyadh, first stop on a nine-day journ
  
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• STR Cryptocurrency Trading to Cease

  25-08-2026 16:26 via litefinance.org
  
  Dear clients,Against the liquidity provider's decision to delist STR, the STR/USD cryptocurrency pair (Storj vs. US Dollar) will be removed from the list of trading instruments on 03.09.2026.On Thursday, 27.08.2026, at 12:00 (LiteFinance's trading server time, GMT+3), the STR/USD pair will be switched to the "close only" mode. Please note that placing new orders and modifying current ones will become unavailable. We kindly ask you to close your open positions at your earliest convenience.On Thur
  
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• Xpeng shares sink as weak delivery forecast overshadows $6.3 billion robot unit valuation

  25-08-2026 13:05 via rocketnews.com
  
  Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Xpeng experienced significant stock declines following the release of disappointing quarterly results and forward guidance. Hong Kong-listed shares dropped more than 9% on Tuesday, while U.S.-listed shares closed 8.5% lower on Monday.
  The company reported a second-quarter net loss of 1.34 billion yuan (equivalent to 200 million in other currency) despite revenue rising 8% to 19.74 billion yuan. More significantly, Xpeng projected third-quarter deliveries be
  
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• Walmart Just Reported Earnings. Here’s Whether the Dividend Stock Is Still a Buy.

  25-08-2026 13:04 via rocketnews.com
  
  Walmart released its fiscal second-quarter 2027 earnings results for the period ending July 31. The retail giant posted revenue growth of 5.1% year over year after adjusting for foreign-currency translation effects, demonstrating continued expansion despite challenging conditions across the broader retail sector.
  At its largest operating segment, the U.S. division, comparable store sales increased 2.6% when excluding gasoline sales. The growth was driven by increased customer traffic, which con
  
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• RUM Group signs six-year $13.7bn GPU services contract

  25-08-2026 13:04 via rocketnews.com
  
  RUM Group entered into a six-year contract with an unnamed US-based cloud provider for GPU services and related artificial intelligence chip infrastructure. The agreement is valued at approximately $13.7bn and involves the supply of resources from the company’s Maysville, Georgia facility, which is still under construction.
  Under the arrangement, the customer will make payments in three separate phases distributed across the contract term, with the final tranche contingent on the buyer&rs
  
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• Nvidia faces growth test as Rubin debut meets AI financing scrutiny

  25-08-2026 13:04 via rocketnews.com
  
  Nvidia prepared to report second-quarter earnings on Wednesday, with the results expected to demonstrate whether the chipmaker’s next-generation Rubin processors can maintain its trajectory of rapid expansion. The company has been a primary driver of the artificial intelligence infrastructure buildout, though recent market pressures have affected its valuation metrics.
  Analysts projected average second-quarter revenue of $92.18 billion, representing a near-doubling from the prior year and
  
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• Bitcoin has just wiped out three months of losses in 1 week

  25-08-2026 13:04 via rocketnews.com
  
  Bitcoin broke through $80,000 early in the week, marking its highest level in 15 weeks. The cryptocurrency appreciated approximately 28% over an eight-day span, recovering roughly $350 billion in total market capitalization and effectively reversing three months of accumulated losses in a single week.
  The rally coincided with significant policy developments affecting financial markets. The US Treasury announced an expansion of its long-term bond buyback program, doubling the maximum size of ope
  
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• Avantus secures $300m in tax equity for Aratina 2 solar storage project

  25-08-2026 13:04 via rocketnews.com
  
  Avantus, a US-based independent power producer, has secured a $300m tax equity commitment from Truist Bank to support development of the Aratina 2 solar and battery storage facility located in Kern County, California. The investment represents the latest financing milestone for the project, which is currently under active construction with operations targeted to commence by the end of 2026.
  The facility will feature 150MW of solar generation capacity paired with 452MWh of battery storage capabi
  
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• AI chipmaker Enflame sets subscription date for near $900 million Shanghai IPO

  25-08-2026 13:04 via rocketnews.com
  
  Enflame Technology, a leading Chinese artificial intelligence chipmaker backed by Tencent Holdings, announced plans for a 6 billion yuan IPO on Shanghai’s STAR Market. The company will issue 43.04 million new shares representing a 10% stake in its enlarged share capital of approximately 430 million shares, according to a regulatory filing released late on August 25.
  The subscription process for the offering will commence on September 2, with preliminary price consultations beginning on Au
  
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• Loonie Tumbles as US and Canada Head for All-Out Trade War. Forecast as of 25.08.2026

  25-08-2026 11:10 via litefinance.org
  
  The collapse of the US-Canada trade deal has weighed heavily on the Canadian dollar. Before the breakdown in negotiations, the loonie had been one of the Forex market's favorites, supported by a rally in Brent crude and expectations of tighter monetary policy from the Bank of Canada. Let's examine these factors and develop a trading plan for the USD/CAD pair.Major Takeaways The US has imposed new tariffs on Canada. The likelihood of a BoC rate hike is declining. The trade war will hurt the looni
  
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• Short-Term Analysis for Oil, Gold, and EURUSD for 25.08.2026

  25-08-2026 09:29 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 oil price is approaching support A of 83.32–82.92.Major Takeaways USCrude: Oil is nearing support A of 83.32–82.92. XAUUSD: Gold has reached the Target Zone 3 of 4,698–4,677. EURUSD: The euro is correcting lower, targeting support A of
  
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• Short-Term Analysis for BTCUSD, XRPUSD, and ETHUSD for 25.08.2026

  25-08-2026 09:20 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: A bullish correction (B) is expected to complete. Consider long positions with a Take Profit at 82,592.71. XRPUSD: A rise in impulse [C] within correction XX is projected. Consider long positions with a Take Profit at 1.694. ETHUSD: A rise in the fifth part of a bullish impulse is expected. Consider long positions with a Take Profit at 2,614.03.Elliott Wa
  
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• Greenback Firms Amid Escalating US-Canada Trade War. Forecast as of 25.08.2026

  25-08-2026 08:30 via litefinance.org
  
  The conflict between the US and Canada could become a precursor to a broader global trade war. Meanwhile, Washington's efforts to isolate Iran are unlikely to succeed without Beijing's cooperation. Will China go along with the US strategy? Let's examine the issue and develop a trading plan for the EUR/USD pair.Major Takeaways Sanctions against Iran have boosted the US dollar. The conflict between Washington and Ottawa is a dress rehearsal for a trade war. Investors fear a global trade war. Short
  
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• Why Tempus AI Skyrocketed This Week

  24-08-2026 23:04 via rocketnews.com
  
  Tempus AI experienced significant stock price appreciation during the week, climbing 39.5% from its prior week close. This advance outpaced broader market performance, as the S&P 500 declined 1.9% and the Nasdaq Composite fell 2.8% during the same period. Despite the notable weekly gain, the healthcare artificial intelligence company’s shares remained approximately 10% lower than their level from one year prior.
  The catalyst for Tempus’s advance centered on clinical trial data r
  
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• Credit card issuer Synchrony announces partnership with OpenAI

  24-08-2026 23:04 via rocketnews.com
  
  Synchrony Financial, a major credit card issuer serving major retail brands, disclosed on Monday that it had entered into a partnership with OpenAI to leverage the artificial intelligence company’s technology across its operations. The collaboration aims to integrate OpenAI’s models into Synchrony’s consumer-facing platforms and internal systems.
  Under the partnership, OpenAI’s models will power enhancements to Synchrony’s customer portals, with the goal of improvi
  
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• Bitcoin Finally Wakes Up While U.S. Debt Hits $40 Trillion

  24-08-2026 23:04 via rocketnews.com
  
  Bitcoin experienced a significant recovery, climbing to nearly $80,000 in recent trading after an extended period of consolidation. The rebound followed an announcement from Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent regarding the Treasury’s plan to increase long-term debt buybacks from $2 billion to at least $4 billion. The broader cryptocurrency market moved in tandem with Bitcoin’s advance.
  The recovery marks a turnaround from earlier in the year when Bitcoin had declined substantially fro
  
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• Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro tells CNBC parks were ‘big surprise’ in last quarter, company has ‘clarity’ and ‘stability’

  24-08-2026 13:03 via rocketnews.com
  
  Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro said in a Friday interview with CNBC that the company’s parks segment produced unexpected strength in the most recent quarter. D’Amaro, who assumed the CEO role in March following a succession process, stated he was feeling confident about the company’s direction and emphasized that leadership has achieved clarity about strategic priorities while maintaining stability among the management team.
  D’Amaro acknowledged investor concerns about th
  
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• T. Rowe Price to buy fixed income fund manager F/m Investments

  24-08-2026 13:02 via rocketnews.com
  
  T. Rowe Price Group announced it has agreed to purchase F/m Investments, a fixed income investment manager and ETF specialist, in an acquisition aimed at strengthening the acquirer’s bond market capabilities. As of 31 July 2026, F/m Investments managed $19bn across multiple fund structures, including exchange-traded funds, institutional separate accounts, and separately managed accounts focused on taxable and municipal securities.
  The transaction is designed to enhance T. Rowe Price&rsquo
  
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• Ross Stores raises forecast after surge in Q2 sales and store openings

  24-08-2026 13:02 via rocketnews.com
  
  Off-price retailer Ross Stores lifted its fiscal 2026 earnings per share guidance to a range of $8.61 to $8.77, driven by stronger-than-expected second-quarter performance and tariff refunds totaling approximately $253 million.
  For the quarter ended 3 August 2026, the company reported total sales of $6.3 billion, representing a 13% increase compared with the prior-year period. Comparable store sales advanced 10%, with customer traffic serving as the primary driver of growth. Net income reached
  
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• Canadian retail sales rise 0.6% in June, e-commerce jumps 9.9%

  24-08-2026 13:02 via rocketnews.com
  
  Canadian retail sales totaled C$74.3bn in June, marking a 0.6% increase from the previous month, according to data released by Statistics Canada. Seven of nine retail sub-sectors posted gains during the period. Core retail sales, which exclude gasoline stations, fuel vendors, and motor vehicle dealers, rose 1.2%, representing the second consecutive monthly increase in this measure.
  E-commerce activity demonstrated particularly strong performance, with seasonally adjusted online sales climbing 9
  
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• Alibaba shares fall 5% as AI spending drives 75% drop in net income

  24-08-2026 13:02 via rocketnews.com
  
  Alibaba reported results for the June quarter that reflected significant headwinds from investments in artificial intelligence infrastructure. The company’s net income fell 75% during the period, marking a substantial decline in profitability despite modest revenue growth.
  Revenue reached 268.95 billion Chinese yuan, representing a 9% increase and slightly exceeding analyst expectations of 268.88 billion yuan. However, the company’s capital expenditure surged 75% to 67.7 billion Chi
  
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• A Lumentum VP Just Parted With $10 Million in Stock. Here’s What Long-Term Investors Should Know

  24-08-2026 13:02 via rocketnews.com
  
  Vincent Retort, vice president of global reliability and quality at Lumentum Holdings Inc., conducted stock transactions on August 19 and August 20, disposing of 12,566 shares for a combined value of $10.7 million according to an SEC Form 4 filing. The weighted average sale price for these shares was $851.01 per share.
  The majority of the shares sold were withheld by Lumentum to cover income tax withholding and remittance obligations related to the vesting of restricted stock units. An addition
  
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• 3 Trading Firms Still Short Bitcoin and Ethereum Despite Sharp Price Rally

  24-08-2026 13:02 via rocketnews.com
  
  Three cryptocurrency trading firms—Abraxas Capital, Fasanara Capital, and Wintermute—continue to hold substantial short positions totaling more than $600 million in Bitcoin and Ethereum, according to analysis from blockchain tracker Lookonchain. The positions consist of 138,569 Ethereum tokens valued at $338 million and 3,425 Bitcoin tokens worth $265 million. Lookonchain identified these accounts as market maker hedging operations rather than speculative short bets.
  The cryptocurre
  
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• 3 Things Nvidia Needs to Get Right This Week

  24-08-2026 13:02 via rocketnews.com
  
  Nvidia was set to announce its fiscal second-quarter results after market close on Wednesday, with the semiconductor company representing a key bellwether for the artificial intelligence sector. Wall Street analysts had projected revenue growth of 97% to $92.1 billion for the quarter, marking the company’s largest year-over-year increase in two years and its fourth consecutive quarter of accelerating revenue expansion.
  The company faced elevated expectations heading into the earnings repo
  
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• Aussie Rides AI Bond Wave. Forecast as of 24.08.2026

  24-08-2026 11:35 via litefinance.org
  
  The colossal sums that hyperscalers are spending on artificial intelligence are forcing them to seek out new sources of funding. Australia is emerging as a haven. Meanwhile, Alphabet's bond offering has fueled a rally in the AUD/USD pair. Let's analyze the situation and develop a trading plan.Major Takeaways Demand for Alphabet securities was three times higher than supply. Rising bond yields supported the AUD/USD pair. The Australian labor market is cooling. Short positions on the AUD/USD can b
  
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• Short-Term Analysis for Oil, Gold, and EURUSD for 24.08.2026

  24-08-2026 09:30 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 slightly pulling back after reaching swing highs on Friday.Major Takeaways USCrude: Oil is correcting lower from the Target Zone of 86.82–85.61. XAUUSD: Gold has settled above the Gold Zone 2 of 4,585–4,575. EURUSD: Consider long tra
  
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• Short-Term Analysis for BTCUSD, XRPUSD, and ETHUSD for 24.08.2026

  24-08-2026 09:28 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: A bullish correction (B) is expected to complete. Consider long positions with a Take Profit at 79,546.18. XRPUSD: An upward move in impulse [C] within correction XX is projected. Consider long positions with a Take Profit at 1.694. ETHUSD: A rise in the fifth part of a bullish impulse is expected. Consider long positions with a Take Profit at 2,614.03.El
  
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• US Dollar at Crossroads as 'Sell America' Returns. Forecast as of 24.08.2026

  24-08-2026 09:05 via litefinance.org
  
  The Treasury's intention to take control of Treasury yields has revived the "Sell America" strategy. Meanwhile, bond yields have rebounded sharply. Will the US dollar follow suit? Let's explore this question and develop a trading plan for the EUR/USD pair.Major Takeaways The US bond market has rebounded quickly. The US economy remains strong. The "Sell America" strategy is weighing on the dollar. Short positions on the EUR/USD can be considered below 1.167.Weekly Fundamental Forecast for DollarB
  
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• This Chinese Tech Giant Quietly Cut Its Buyback 80% to Fund AI

  23-08-2026 23:04 via rocketnews.com
  
  Alibaba made a significant shift in capital allocation during the June 2026 quarter, reducing share repurchases substantially while redirecting cash toward artificial intelligence infrastructure development. The company repurchased 13.4 million ordinary shares for US$162 million, compared with 56 million ordinary shares for US$815 million in the same quarter a year prior, representing approximately an 80% reduction in American Depositary Share buybacks. The company maintained US$19.3 billion in
  
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• Your mortgage rate has a growing problem in the bond market

  23-08-2026 23:03 via rocketnews.com
  
  A broad-based sell-off in government debt markets has kept mortgage rates elevated and limited prospects for near-term declines. The 30-year U.S. Treasury yield rose above 5.31% on August 17, 2026, marking its highest level since 2007, while the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate held near 6.67% as of mid-August, according to Freddie Mac’s weekly survey.
  Three structural factors are driving the sustained rise in long-term yields. The federal government is issuing record volumes of new de
  
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