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07:01am, Wednesday, Jul 23, 2025
Green hydrogen projects face delays and cutbacks as high costs and weak demand challenge emissions targets. Europe's 2030 capacity goal may hit just 30%, prolonging fossil fuel reliance and complicating the clean energy transition.
06:53am, Wednesday, Jul 23, 2025
Intel (INTC) shifts focus to chip contract manufacturing, aiming to rival TSMC and Samsung amid mixed earnings. The success of its foundry expansion will be crucial as it balances rising costs with demand for advanced semiconductor production.
06:51am, Wednesday, Jul 23, 2025
Boeing (BA) offers a 20% wage hike and $5K bonus to union workers ahead of a key Sunday vote, amid ramped-up fighter jet production for the US Air Force, signaling potential cost pressures amid expansion in St. Louis.
06:50am, Wednesday, Jul 23, 2025
Equinor (OTC: EQNR) took a $955M writedown on U.S. offshore wind projects due to shifting policies, lost tax credits, tariffs, and Trump-era permit halts, impacting the Empire Wind initiative and signaling challenges beyond its core oil business.
06:39am, Wednesday, Jul 23, 2025
Major U.S. food companies like Conagra, General Mills, and Kraft Heinz plan to eliminate artificial colors by 2027, driven by health concerns and FDA backing. This shift may impact costs, supply chains, and brand appeal in the food industry.
06:33am, Wednesday, Jul 23, 2025
Bitcoin steadies near $118,500 after hitting $123,000, boosted by the U.S.-Japan trade deal and new stablecoin regulations. Altcoins show modest gains as traders await the Fed's July 30 policy meeting for clearer market direction.
06:24am, Wednesday, Jul 23, 2025
UniCredit raises full-year profit forecast to €10.5B after abandoning Banco BPM bid, citing government interference. Q2 net profit jumps 25% to €3.3B, while shares rise 4.36%. Focus shifts to Commerzbank stake and shareholder dividends.
06:55am, Tuesday, Jul 22, 2025
US stock exchanges poised for strong Q2 earnings, boosted by surging trading volumes amid market volatility from tariffs and geopolitical tensions. CME, ICE, Cboe, and Nasdaq report record volumes, fueled by retail and rising crypto activity.
06:52am, Tuesday, Jul 22, 2025
General Motors (GM) beat Q2 earnings estimates with $2.53 EPS and $47.12B revenue but faces pressure from ongoing 25% tariffs and slowed EV demand. GM cuts full-year outlook, invests $4B in U.S. plants to offset trade headwinds.
06:47am, Tuesday, Jul 22, 2025
China's stock market surged to an 8-month high, led by a $170B hydropower dam in Tibet. Shanghai Composite rose 0.6%, CSI300 jumped 0.8%, and Hang Seng hit its highest since 2021, boosting construction and power stocks sharply.
06:43am, Tuesday, Jul 22, 2025
Enagas CEO warns Europe's hydrogen infrastructure rollout faces 2-3 year delays, pushing key projects like the H2Med corridor beyond 2030. While Spain stays on track, broader EU timelines and energy sector forecasts face uncertainty amid regulatory and funding challenges.
06:38am, Tuesday, Jul 22, 2025
Coal stocks surged as rumors of China cracking down on coal overproduction stirred markets. U.S. miners like Peabody and Warrior Met gained 3-4%, while Glencore and Thungela also rose. Chinese supply cuts could reshape global coal dynamics.
06:34am, Tuesday, Jul 22, 2025
Orange reportedly proposes €4B to acquire full control of MasOrange from KKR, Cinven, and Providence, aiming to strengthen its position in Spain's competitive telecom market. The deal remains non-binding, awaiting further developments.
06:30am, Tuesday, Jul 22, 2025
Tesla's upcoming earnings face scrutiny amid supply chain issues, rising costs, and fierce competition. Investors watch closely to see if the EV leader can maintain delivery pace and margins in a shifting, challenging market landscape.
06:28am, Tuesday, Jul 22, 2025
BoE Governor Andrew Bailey links the UK's rising borrowing costs to a global trend driven by trade tensions and fiscal policy uncertainties, mirroring steeper yield curves seen in multiple countries amid shifting economic conditions.
06:25am, Tuesday, Jul 22, 2025
AstraZeneca (NASDAQ: AZN) plans a new U.S. plant in Virginia, boosting domestic production amid supply chain challenges. This strategic move aims to enhance logistics, secure supply lines, and strengthen its footprint in the competitive pharma manufacturing race.
06:12am, Tuesday, Jul 22, 2025
Silicon Valley's xLight raises $40M to develop next-gen EUV laser tech, aiming to boost U.S. chip manufacturing amid rising competition from China and break Europe's ASML monopoly in advanced semiconductor tools.
02:58am, Monday, Jul 21, 2025
Singapore's central bank invests S$1.1B with top asset managers to boost local equities, part of a S$5B initiative to expand market participation beyond large caps and deepen the stock market amid a 24% STI rise since last year.
02:51am, Monday, Jul 21, 2025
RBNZ's Q2 sectoral inflation model shows a slight dip to 2.8% core inflation, while headline inflation rises to 2.7%. Both remain within target, signaling sticky inflation amid economic softness-key for traders eyeing NZ markets and monetary policy.
02:50am, Monday, Jul 21, 2025
Oil prices held steady amid EU sanctions on Russian energy and rising Middle East output concerns. Brent crude edged up to $69.34, WTI to $67.51, as markets weigh geopolitical risks, US rig counts, and looming tariffs shaping near-term supply.
02:49am, Monday, Jul 21, 2025
Ryanair (RYAAY) Q2 net profit surged past €820M, boosted by Easter timing and a 21% rise in ticket prices. Strong summer bookings and fare recovery position the airline for solid FY2026 gains despite industry challenges.
02:47am, Monday, Jul 21, 2025
JPMorgan expects semiconductor Q2 earnings to meet or exceed forecasts, driven by AI demand and inventory build-up. Key players like Nvidia, Broadcom, and Marvell gain, but trade tensions and tariffs pose risks for H2 2025.
02:44am, Monday, Jul 21, 2025
Alaska Airlines (NYSE: ALK) halted all flights due to an IT system failure, causing a system-wide ground stop affecting its main and regional operations. The outage raises concerns over cybersecurity risks amid recent aviation sector attacks.
02:34am, Monday, Jul 21, 2025
Little Pepe (LILPEPE), the Ethereum Layer 2 meme coin, sold out its presale Stage 6 early, raising $8.8M. With over a million wallets involved, it offers fast, low-fee transactions, DAO governance, and staking rewards, driving strong market momentum.
02:32am, Monday, Jul 21, 2025
China's food delivery stocks surged after regulators urged Meituan, JD.com, and Alibaba to curb aggressive price-cutting. This move aims to stabilize margins and foster a healthier market amid intense competition.
02:27am, Monday, Jul 21, 2025
Avidbank Holdings (NASDAQ: AVBH) is uplisting to Nasdaq and filing a new share offering, aiming to boost visibility, liquidity, and access to investors as it positions for growth amid a shifting banking landscape.
06:00am, Sunday, Jul 20, 2025
Verizon (VZ) readies Q2 2025 earnings with $33.6B revenue estimate. Despite steady 5G and private network wins, foreign currency and high costs pressure margins. Shares lag telecom peers, trading at a forward P/E of 8.6 amid cautious outlook.
07:41am, Friday, Jul 18, 2025
3M (MMM) shares hit a nearly 4-year high as tariff reductions ease cost pressures, boosting profit margin outlooks. Improved cost structures and supply chain management fuel investor confidence amid ongoing economic uncertainties.
07:40am, Friday, Jul 18, 2025
BlackRock-led consortium nears $10B deal for Saudi Aramco's Jafurah gas infrastructure, marking a major foreign investment in Saudi energy and signaling growing global institutional interest in Middle East midstream assets.
07:39am, Friday, Jul 18, 2025
Russia plans to blacklist Meta's WhatsApp, citing national security risks amid a crackdown on foreign apps. This move targets digital sovereignty as Moscow pushes state-backed alternatives, tightening control over its tech landscape by Sept 1.
07:38am, Friday, Jul 18, 2025
Chevron wins arbitration against Exxon, clearing the path for its $53B Hess acquisition and control over Guyana's Stabroek Block. Shares of Chevron and Hess surged on news, boosting Chevron's growth prospects amid recent earnings pressure.
06:48am, Friday, Jul 18, 2025
Vend Marketplaces (OSLO: VENDA) beat Q2 EBITDA expectations by 13.2%, with revenue up 1.6%. Operational efficiency improved, supported by higher ARPA, despite pressure from exiting non-core segments and a tough ad market.
06:46am, Friday, Jul 18, 2025
Reckitt sells its Essential Home unit, including Air Wick and Cillit Bang, to Advent International for $4.8B, retaining a 30% stake. The deal funds a $2.2B special dividend and signals Reckitt's strategic shift amid slowing sales.
04:04am, Friday, Jul 18, 2025
Skanska AB posted a solid Q2 with a 3.9% construction margin, strong residential sales, and SEK 56.7B order intake. Despite a 7% YoY order dip, housing starts doubled, and the company raised its outlook for European residential and Swedish civil construction.
03:10am, Friday, Jul 18, 2025
Billerud's Q2 earnings missed estimates as European packaging demand weakens, with EBITDA down 17% to SEK912M. North America showed strength, but Europe's challenges and rising costs weigh. Analysts cut 2025 EBITDA forecasts amid ongoing market uncertainty.
06:29am, Thursday, Jul 17, 2025
Donald Trump announced Coca-Cola (KO) will switch to real cane sugar in U.S. sodas, replacing high-fructose corn syrup. The move aligns with health initiatives but risks economic fallout for corn syrup producers and may impact competitors like PepsiCo.
06:23am, Thursday, Jul 17, 2025
ABB sets a new quarterly order record, driven by a 37% surge in US demand and AI data center projects. Q2 revenue rose 8% to $8.9B, beating estimates, with strong guidance amid growing AI infrastructure investments.
03:47am, Thursday, Jul 17, 2025
TSMC (NYSE: TSM) posted a record $13.5B Q2 profit, driven by AI chip demand and beating forecasts. Despite trade and currency risks, it projects strong Q3 revenue growth, backed by major clients like Apple and Nvidia.
03:44am, Thursday, Jul 17, 2025
Morgan Stanley upgrades Hiscox (LON: HSX) to "overweight," raising its price target to 1,460p. The insurer's $200M cost-cutting and retail growth plan aims to boost earnings by 26% by 2028, with improved combined ratios and enhanced shareholder returns.
