Capital Power (TSX:CPX) Q2 Delivers Robust Cash Flow Even as Earnings Slip
July 31, 2026, 5:36 AM EDT. Capital Power’s second-quarter 2026 results show CA$351m in adjusted EBITDA and CA$328m in adjusted funds from operations, underlining stable cash flow despite reporting a basic loss per share of CA$0.33. Revenue climbed 75% year-over-year to CA$714m compared to Q2 2025, while the net loss narrowed to CA$52m. The company maintained its 2026 outlook, citing contract-supported cash flow and ongoing 2% dividend growth, as it addresses margin pressures and exposure to merchant risk.
Capital Power (TSX:CPX) Stock Drifts While…
ASX 200 Climbs, Marks Strongest Month Since February as Copper and Gold Prices Recover
July 31, 2026, 5:35 AM EDT. The ASX 200 advanced, marking its strongest monthly finish since February, supported by a recovery in copper and gold prices. However, shares in CSL declined over the session.
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Apple Drops 7% While Amazon Jumps 12% After Earnings Fuel AI Optimism
July 31, 2026, 5:33 AM EDT. Amazon climbed 12% in premarket trading after reporting a 37% increase in second-quarter cloud revenue, fueled by demand for AWS and its AI services, even as the company signaled plans to boost capital expenditures to $220 billion. Apple slipped 7% following lower-than-expected third-quarter guidance, citing memory supply constraints and rising costs for Mac and iPad devices. Investors are distinguishing AI-focused leaders in earnings, with Amazon and Microsoft rising and Apple and Meta declining.
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HS Holdings (TSE:8699) Q1 2027 Revenue Jumps as Margins Narrow, Net Income Slips
July 31, 2026, 5:32 AM EDT. HS Holdings posted Q1 2027 revenue at ¥16,892 million, a 1.8x increase on the year, while net income dropped 13.8% to ¥3,155 million. The net profit margin declined from 33.6% to 21.8%. While revenue growth remains robust, ongoing pressure from narrowing margins and falling EPS has weighed on the stock, which has slipped over 7, 30, and 90 days, underscoring investor worries over profit sustainability.
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Hashimoto Sogyo (TSE:7570) Maintains Slim Margin and Faces Cash Flow Pressure Despite Stable Q1 Performance
July 31, 2026, 5:31 AM EDT. Hashimoto Sogyo Holdings Ltd (TSE:7570) recorded stable Q1 2027 results with revenues of ¥43,378M and net income of ¥703M, continuing to operate with a slim 1.7% trailing net margin. Although the company’s trailing P/E stands at 9.2x and it offers a 3.68% dividend yield, there are concerns as operating cash flow falls short of debt obligations, reflecting potential financial challenges. Flat profitability and narrow earnings cushion highlight ongoing risk for investors.
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Indian Shares Surge as Global Investors Rotate Out of AI Plays
July 31, 2026, 5:30 AM EDT.Previously underperforming Indian shares, notably among software exporters, have climbed as global investors unwind heavy AI-related trades and shift towards markets perceived to have smaller ties to artificial intelligence.
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Kurashiru (TSE:299A) Shares Rally While EPS Expansion Slows
July 31, 2026, 5:29 AM EDT. Kurashiru (TSE:299A) shares climbed to ¥1,167 after recent gains. Q1 2027 revenue jumped 25.2% to ¥4,767 million, with net income rising 16.0% to ¥604 million; basic EPS advanced 12.3% to ¥14.12. Although net profit margin improved to 14.2%, the shares’ elevated P/E of 19.7x has prompted some analysts to question the valuation, which remains well below a DCF estimate of about ¥3,423 per share.
Kurashiru (TSE:299A) Stock Price Runs Ahea…
Corona (TSE:5909) Narrows Q1 2027 Loss as Revenue Holds Steady
July 31, 2026, 5:28 AM EDT. Corona (TSE:5909) posted a net loss of ¥449 million and a basic EPS loss of ¥15.35 for Q1 2027, while revenue remained unchanged at ¥18.9 billion. The loss improved by roughly 15.6% year-on-year, and the trailing 12-month net profit margin rose to 1.3% from 0.9%. Shares ended unchanged at ¥999 as investors balanced ongoing profit challenges against hopes for better valuation.
Corona (TSE:5909) Stock Price Looks Stretc…
India's Nifty IT Index Jumps 16.7% in July as AI Investment Slows in South Korea, Taiwan
July 31, 2026, 5:27 AM EDT. July saw a pullback in AI-related trades in South Korea and Taiwan, even as India’s Nifty IT index surged 16.7%, drawing notable foreign inflows.
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BP Begins Sale of North Sea Oil Division
July 31, 2026, 5:26 AM EDT.BP has started the formal sale of its North Sea oil business as it reviews its portfolio to channel investment into higher-return opportunities. CEO Meg O’Neill highlighted plans to streamline BP’s holdings in order to build a stronger and more valuable firm. The company said the North Sea assets, known for skilled personnel and robust performance, may achieve greater growth and value with new owners.
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Indian Laggard Stocks Surge as Global AI Sector Retreats
July 31, 2026, 5:25 AM EDT. Previously underperforming Indian shares, notably among software exporters, led gains as global investors reduced exposure to AI-focused holdings. The Nifty IT index climbed 16.7% in July, contrasting with a 21% drop in U.S. chipmaker indices. Indian stocks, having trailed earlier, overtook global peers, leading to upgrades from HSBC and UBS. In July, foreign investors purchased $1.6 billion after having withdrawn $29 billion earlier in 2026. The recovery is fuelled by RBI support for the currency, stronger earnings, and a move by investors out of AI-driven sectors.
India’s out-of-favour stocks find new fans…
Microsoft Boosts Nasdaq as Meta Struggles with AI-Driven Cash Constraints
July 31, 2026, 5:24 AM EDT. Microsoft’s market value jumped by almost $450 billion following an 18% revenue rise and free cash flow that was 25 times higher than Meta’s. Although Meta Platforms reported a 28% revenue jump, its market capitalization fell by $120 billion because of weaker cash generation and a reduction in operating profit tied to AI initiatives and other spending. Microsoft’s robust cash flow and outlook pushed the Nasdaq up 2.78%, underlining investors’ preference for strong cash positions over pure growth.
Microsoft’s $450 Billion Surge Exposes Met…
Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Advance as Tech Sector Drives Early Gains
July 31, 2026, 5:23 AM EDT.Stock futures moved higher early Friday, with the S&P 500 gaining 0.5%, Dow Jones futures rising 0.6%, and Nasdaq 100 futures advancing as the tech sector attempted to close July on a strong note despite Apple’s disappointing earnings. Major players such as Amazon, Apple, Micron, Marvell, and Intel remained in focus, underlining ongoing resilience among technology stocks.
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Kioxia Holdings Unveils ¥800 Billion Buyback as Profit Outlook Falls Short of Estimates
July 31, 2026, 5:22 AM EDT. Kioxia Holdings TYO:285A said it would repurchase ¥800 billion in shares, or roughly 3.1% of its shares outstanding, as its operating profit for July-September climbed 48.8% from the previous quarter but came in 3.1% shy of the LSEG consensus. Shares soared 17.72% to ¥46,500, though the price is still 58.7% under its 52-week peak. The interim dividend remains at zero, underscoring continued flexibility in capital allocation as the company expands.
Kioxia Holdings (TYO:285A) Launches ¥800 B…
S&P 500 Rises 1.66% as AI Earnings Momentum, Fed Pause Lift Sentiment; Polymarket Puts Odds of Higher Open at 94%
July 31, 2026, 5:21 AM EDT. The S&P 500 gained 1.66% to 7,437.63 after starting the session at 7,390.45, with the July 31 Polymarket contract showing a 94% likelihood of a higher open on Friday. Investors responded to strong AI earnings and the Federal Reserve’s move to leave interest rates unchanged. Markets worldwide advanced, highlighted by a Kospi all-time high in South Korea and further gains for Japan’s Nikkei 225, while elevated Treasury yields pointed to ongoing inflation risks.
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FTSE 100 Tops Record, Lifts European Shares on Renewed AI Hopes
July 31, 2026, 5:20 AM EDT. European stocks climbed, with the FTSE 100 setting a new all-time high. The Stoxx 600 index advanced, supported by a resurgence of optimism in AI technology across markets.
European shares advance, FTSE 100 hits fre…
Coldcard Wallet Users Warned of $38M Bitcoin Vulnerability
July 31, 2026, 5:19 AM EDT. A major vulnerability in Coldcard hardware wallets’ random number generator has exposed users to a potential theft of around $38 million in BTC. Since March 2021, almost 594 BTC have been taken from nearly 500 wallets because of flaws leading to predictable seed creation. Firmware updates do not secure previously generated seeds; Coinkite advises users to generate new seeds and move their bitcoin to stay protected.
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Diane Keaton’s $23 Million Los Angeles Estate Receives Offer
July 31, 2026, 5:18 AM EDT. Diane Keaton’s carefully renovated Los Angeles estate has received an offer, nine months after her death. The $23 million listing remains a notable event for the real estate market associated with the renowned ‘Annie Hall’ star.
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Carpenter Technology (CRS) Sinks 5% After CEO Brian Malloy Dies, Q4 Adjusted EPS Tops Forecasts
July 31, 2026, 5:17 AM EDT. Shares of Carpenter Technology NYSE:CRS lost 5.1% to $503.71 after the sudden death of CEO Brian Malloy on July 24. Tony Thene has returned to the CEO position. The company posted a quarterly record with adjusted EPS up 46.2% at $3.23, surpassing forecasts by 5.2%, while revenue was 1.3% below estimates at $851 million. Aerospace and defense made up 65.6% of sales, accounting for 120% of net growth.
Carpenter Technology (NYSE:CRS) Drops 5% i…
Nvidia Gains 2.7% as Hyperscalers Ramp Up AI Spend
July 31, 2026, 5:15 AM EDT. Nvidia NASDAQ:NVDA climbed 2.7% to $195.04, lifted by accelerating AI investment and solid data center results. Microsoft NASDAQ:MSFT jumped 15.6% after Azure revenue climbed 43%, and Amazon NASDAQ:AMZN gained 9.7% following a 37% Amazon Web Services revenue rise after hours. Meta NASDAQ:META fell 8% with free cash flow down 91%. Hyperscaler capital spending is set to reach a combined $732.5 billion in 2026, highlighting continued cloud sector momentum.
Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) Shares Recover as AI …
HSBC's A$36 Billion Loan Deal in Australia Underscores Pepper Money's Expansion
July 31, 2026, 5:14 AM EDT. HSBC is offloading A$36 billion in Australian loans to funds managed by Blackstone, setting a new record for a global home-loan portfolio sale. Pepper Money will oversee loans amounting to 1.59 times its assets under management as of March, signaling notable growth. Once HSBC and Westpac’s portfolios are merged, the total will reach A$57.4 billion, representing more than 2.5 times Pepper’s current AUM. HSBC forecasts a loss on the sale of less than US$100m, with no impact on its CET1 capital, and aims to close the deal by mid-2027.
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BP to Divest North Sea Assets; AI Stocks Drive Unprecedented Jump on Korea Bourse
July 31, 2026, 4:50 AM EDT.BP intends to divest its North Sea business as the energy sector undergoes transformation. Petrol prices in the UK approached annual peaks at 159.5p per litre, influenced by escalating tensions between Iran and the US. Diesel prices hit 178.2p. Sainsbury’s shares climbed 4% after the £120m divestment of Argos, indicating a strategic shift towards its core food business. Korea’s stock market recorded an all-time jump, propelled by AI firms, underlining intense investor enthusiasm in tech sectors.
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Kelt Exploration Shares Top 200-Day Moving Average as Analysts Boost Price Targets
July 31, 2026, 4:49 AM EDT.Kelt Exploration Ltd. (TSE:KEL) shares climbed above their 200-day moving average of C$8.99, peaking at C$9.83. The company’s market capitalisation stands at C$1.98 billion and it trades at a P/E ratio of 44.59. Royal Bank Of Canada and Scotia analysts raised price targets to C$11.00 and C$13.00 respectively and assigned ‘outperform’ ratings. Insider sales trimmed holdings by more than 7%, with insiders now owning 15.87% of outstanding shares.
Kelt Exploration (TSE:KEL) Stock Passes Ab…
US stocks advance, S&P 500 futures up before June inflation report
July 31, 2026, 4:47 AM EDT. Futures for US equities are higher, with E-mini S&P 500 futures climbing 0.3% and Nasdaq-100 futures gaining 0.5%. Markets await the June US PCE price index, expected to slip 0.1% month-on-month, while the core measure is seen up 0.2%, showing inflation easing but still above the Fed’s 2% target. US Q2 GDP is projected at a 2.1% annualised rate, supported by consumer demand and AI-driven investments. Earnings from Colgate-Palmolive, AbbVie, Chevron, and others could sway investor mood.
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Nasdaq, Dow, S&P 500 Gain as Big Tech Spending and Results Drive AI Optimism
July 31, 2026, 4:45 AM EDT. US stock futures climbed on Friday, with the Dow advancing 0.6%, S&P 500 gaining 0.4%, and Nasdaq-100 up 1.2% after a 14% jump in South Korea’s KOSPI. Optimism followed robust Big Tech earnings, as Amazon shares jumped 10% after results, while Apple declined 7%. The ‘Magnificent Seven’ are expected to spend $720-$745 billion on AI capital investment through 2026. ExxonMobil and Chevron project stronger Q2 results with higher oil prices.
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US Markets: S&P 500 Futures Climb on Easing Inflation, Robust GDP
July 31, 2026, 4:44 AM EDT. S&P 500 futures advance with E-mini S&P 500 up 0.3% and Nasdaq 100 gaining 0.5% as inflation cools in June’s PCE index and Q2 GDP grows 2.1%. Investors weigh whether to favour rate-sensitive tech or cyclicals. Upcoming earnings reports from Colgate-Palmolive, AbbVie, Moderna, Chevron, and ExxonMobil, along with July’s ISM Manufacturing PMI, are expected to guide market direction next week.
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Blackstone Acquires HSBC’s $25 Billion Australian Loan Book
July 31, 2026, 4:43 AM EDT. Blackstone is buying HSBC’s A$36 billion (US$25.3 billion) Australian home and personal loan portfolio, marking the largest home loan sale globally. The transaction, driven by HSBC CEO Georges Elhedery’s restructuring efforts, is projected to complete in H1 2027 pending approval. HSBC anticipates a loss of under US$100 million, along with $300 million in restructuring charges. Blackstone will oversee the loans through Pepper Money.
HSBC sells US$25 billion Australian home a…
FTSE 100 Set for Higher Open as US Tech Rally Lifts Sentiment
July 31, 2026, 4:24 AM EDT. The FTSE 100 is poised to start higher on Friday, supported by a rally in US tech shares on Thursday. Amazon and Apple delivered mixed performances despite the sector’s overall advance, signalling diverse market sentiment. Investors remain attentive with London’s market tracking a global rise in equities.
FTSE 100 to rise after Asia, US tech surge…
UK Shares Trade Well Below Intrinsic Value as FTSE 100 Drops on Weak China Data
July 31, 2026, 4:23 AM EDT. The FTSE 100 is down as the UK stock market reacts to disappointing trade figures from China. Multiple UK-listed stocks, including Yü Group (AIM:YU., £18.10), Tristel (AIM:TSTL, £4.30), Playtech (LSE:PTEC, £3.878), and On the Beach Group (LSE:OTB, £1.87), are currently trading as much as 50% under their assessed intrinsic value. This presents possible opportunities based on cash flow evaluations.
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SQQQ, PSQ, QID, TECS, BERZ, SOXS Cited by Zacks Analyst Blog as Fed Holds Rates, Investors Eye Earnings
July 31, 2026, 4:22 AM EDT. The Zacks.com Analyst Blog featured ProShares’ SQQQ, PSQ, QID, TECS ETFs, MicroSectors’ BERZ, and Direxion’s SOXS in the wake of the Federal Open Market Committee’s decision to keep the Fed funds rate steady at +3.50-3.75%. With three dissenters preferring a 25 basis point increase, the Fed reaffirmed its commitment to a 2% inflation target and noted supply shocks including oil price gains linked to Iran. Bond yields moved in response to the Fed’s statement. Markets looked ahead to results from Meta, Microsoft, and Qualcomm.
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Greggs Jumps 29%, 500 Shares Pay Out £350 a Year in Dividends
July 31, 2026, 4:21 AM EDT. Greggs shares climbed 29% to £20, offering a forward dividend yield of 3.5% – equating to an annual passive income of roughly £350 for holders of 500 shares. First-half pre-tax profit increased 19.7% to £76m from £1.1bn in sales. The bakery chain plans to grow its estate to as many as 3,500 stores by 2033, with fresh facilities supporting robust free cash flow and ongoing dividend payments, even as guidance for the full year stays cautious.
After surging 29%, how much passive income…
Silver Outlook: XAG/USD Slips to $58.10 as Fed Stays Hawkish
July 31, 2026, 4:20 AM EDT. Silver (XAG/USD) eased to near $58.10 per troy ounce after rising in the previous two sessions, as expectations of a hawkish Federal Reserve and firmer policy measures weighed on the non-interest-bearing metal.
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Africa’s Off-Grid Solar Market Pulls in $336 Million Through Key Financing Agreements
July 31, 2026, 4:19 AM EDT. Mainstream investors are backing Africa’s off-grid solar sector, highlighted by d.light’s $50 million green bond and Sun King’s $286 million securitized debt. Both companies leverage pay-as-you-go receivables to access new capital, reflecting growing institutional faith in commercial solar ventures. But risks such as portfolio quality and high expense levels make it challenging for smaller companies to secure comparable funding.
Africa's off-grid solar sector courts main…
ADP Shares Decline After Posting Strong FY 2026 Earnings, Margin Gains
July 31, 2026, 4:18 AM EDT. Shares of Automatic Data Processing (ADP) slipped 3.5% even as the company reported FY 2026 Q4 revenue of US$5,473.8m, up 6.8%, and net income of US$978.6m, a 7.5% increase. Basic EPS climbed 9.4% to US$2.45, and net profit margin improved to 20.1%. The latest earnings, boosted by AI-driven tools and cloud HCM, were not enough to offset worries about ADP’s high valuation and potential for slower growth, pushing the stock lower.
ADP (ADP) Stock Price Pullback Follows Str…
Komatsu Shares Climb Even as Profit Margins Narrow
July 31, 2026, 4:17 AM EDT. Shares in Komatsu (TSE:6301) have advanced lately, although profit margins are under pressure. The company’s trailing net profit margin declined to 8.9%, down from 10.4% in the same period last year. Revenue for Q1 2027 grew 14.7% to ¥1,043,143m, while net income improved 5.4% to ¥96,153m. Nevertheless, the margin squeeze highlights hurdles for Komatsu’s earnings potential with the stock trading at a P/E of 16.6x. Investors holding a bullish view point to continued strength in higher-margin divisions and the firm’s ongoing share buyback efforts.
Komatsu (TSE:6301) Stock Rises While Profi…
Euronext N.V. Q2 2026 – Earnings Call Coverage
July 31, 2026, 4:16 AM EDT. Seeking Alpha’s transcripts team has released a summary of Euronext N.V.’s Q2 2026 results, focusing on enhanced quarterly earnings call reporting and updates to transcript initiatives.
Euronext N.V. 2026 Q2 – Results
Australian Shares Log Strongest Monthly Rise Since February as Rate-Hike Worries Recede
July 31, 2026, 4:15 AM EDT. Australian shares inched up on Friday, notching their strongest monthly advance in five months as waning rate-hike fears supported investor sentiment. The performance underscores measured optimism among investors ahead of a pivotal corporate earnings season.
Australian shares log best month since Feb…
iA Financial (TSE:IAG) Trades Above 200-Day Moving Average at C$207.83
July 31, 2026, 4:14 AM EDT. Shares of iA Financial (TSE:IAG) moved above the 200-day moving average of C$173.64, rising to C$207.83 as 274,157 shares changed hands. Analysts remain divided, maintaining an average ‘Hold’ rating with a consensus target of C$188.72. The firm’s latest quarterly results reported EPS of C$3.25 and revenue of C$2.74 billion. Recent insider share sales exceeded 39,500, accounting for 0.09% of total ownership.
iA Financial (TSE:IAG) Stock Price Crosses…
Paramount Resources Shares Trade Higher Than 200-Day Mark as Analyst Ratings Climb
July 31, 2026, 4:13 AM EDT. Paramount Resources Ltd. (TSE:POU) rose above its 200-day moving average of C$28.25, hitting C$29.40 on volume of 122,982 shares. Analysts lifted their price forecasts, with Raymond James now at C$36.00 and National Bank Financial at C$38.00. The company posted Q1 earnings per share of C$0.36 and declared a monthly dividend of $0.05 per share, yielding 2.1%. Director James Geral Bell disclosed selling 2,050 shares.
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Markets Live: Latest Developments as of 31.07.2026
July 31, 2026, 4:12 AM EDT. Markets opened for trading on July 31, 2026, with live updates commencing at 4:00 AM EDT and refreshed at 4:10 AM EDT, delivering up-to-the-minute information on stock activity and financial events.
