Markets
HKEX Listing Reforms
The Hong Kong Exchange is easing requirements and allowing confidential filings to bolster its appeal for international firms.
Bitcoin ETFs See Weekly Outflows While Another Fund Draws Fresh Capital
Investors are pulling money from Bitcoin exchange-traded funds while a different ETF product continues to attract inflows, signaling a shift in sentiment.
Bitcoin Drops to $65.3K Amid Geopolitical and Economic Concerns
Bitcoin's price decline coincided with an interruption to the seven-day inflow streak into Bitcoin ETFs.
Tokenized RWAs become Hyperliquid's largest trading category for first time
Real-world asset tokens now account for over half of weekly volume on the derivatives exchange, reaching $25.1 billion.
Turkey's BIST 100 Index Closes 0.43% Lower
The benchmark index fell about 61.2 points at the end of trading.
10-Year Treasury Yield Tops 4.7%, Highest Since January 2025
Yield rose Wednesday; oil price surge and jobless claims data in focus
US Futures Drop as AI Spending Concerns and Middle East Attacks Weigh
Oil prices near $100 as markets assess widening regional attacks and tech sector earnings.
Brent Crude Oil Surges Near $100 on Tanker Attacks and US-Iran Tensions
The sharp increase marks the highest price level since late May, driven by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
Malaysia and Hong Kong Regulators Agree to Ease Dual IPO Listings
The agreements aim to broaden cross-market access and allow Malaysian firms to pursue secondary listings in Hong Kong.
Electrified cars drive Europe auto sales growth as Chinese brands gain ground
New car registrations in Europe rose sharply in June, with battery-electric vehicles surging 51%.
Investor Warns AI Will Cause Unprecedented Natural-Gas Deficit
Chronometer Partners' Matthew Smith says markets are not prepared for the coming shortage.
Oil Prices Near $95 as US Insists Strait of Hormuz Is Open Amid Ship Attacks
Conflicting signals emerge as the United States maintains the waterway is navigable while attacks on vessels persist.
EasyJet Shares Slump After Report on EU Ownership Rules Review
EU is preparing to review airline ownership rules, a move that may affect takeover bids.
Global Oil Price Vaults Over $95 a Barrel as War Threats Intensify
Prices rose 4% to their highest in six weeks, driven by fears of conflict over key shipping routes.
US 30-Year Treasury Yield Near Longest 5% Streak Since 2007
The yield has remained above 5% for an extended period, approaching a milestone last seen before the financial crisis.
Stock Futures Decline Ahead of Corporate Earnings Reports
Futures fell in early trading, with market attention focused on upcoming earnings releases.
Stablecoin Balance Coin Crashes 99% After Reported Exploit
The price collapse follows reports of an exploit ranging from $915,000 to $1 million, with blockchain security firms pointing to an attack on the governing DAO.
IEA Monitoring Oil Markets as Mideast Hostilities Raise Supply Concerns
The International Energy Agency's vigilance reflects growing geopolitical risks that could disrupt global oil supply.
Crypto Markets Rally on Clarity Progress Report and Asian Chip-Stock Rebound
A progress report on the Clarity Act, which provides law enforcement with tools for decentralized finance, and a recovery in Asian chip stocks fueled the crypto rally.
Halliburton stock slides despite earnings beat
The oilfield services company’s stock declines even as its quarterly earnings surpass Wall Street forecasts.
Jamie Dimon says he wouldn't buy Treasurys, cites unclear upside
JPMorgan Chase CEO also says he wouldn't buy stocks at current prices and warns markets underestimate risks.
Goldman Sachs: Brent Could Top $120 If Hormuz Disruptions Persist
The investment bank warns that prolonged trade interruptions in the strait could drive Brent crude toward the $120 mark by Q4, while forecasting an average price of $100 per barrel for next year.
HKEX to Allow Confidential Filings, Lower Market Cap Threshold for Start-ups
Reforms aimed at boosting competitiveness expected by end of month, sources say.