Harena Rare Earths Receives $4.84M from U.S. DFC, Recognized by White House in Drive for Critical Minerals
August 10, 2026, 5:18 AM EDT. Harena Rare Earths plc (LSE: HREE) has secured a US$4.84 million Project Development Funding Agreement from the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) to support the Ampasindava rare earth project in Madagascar. The White House highlighted this investment in its Fact Sheet as part of an initiative to strengthen U.S. supply chains for critical minerals, underlining the importance of rare earth elements for U.S. manufacturing and economic interests.
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Metlen Energy & Metals Wraps Up August 2026 Buyback Programme
August 10, 2026, 5:17 AM EDT.Metlen Energy & Metals PLC completed a share buyback between 3 and 7 August 2026, acquiring 100,000 ordinary shares on Euronext Athens at prices between €46.26 and €48.46 per share. Following the purchase, the firm now holds 675,224 treasury shares within a total issued share capital of 143,426,244 shares, and reports 142,751,020 total voting rights after transferring 7,611 treasury shares as part of its long-term incentive scheme.
S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Edge Higher; Dow, Russell 2000 Steady as Strait of Hormuz Tensions Persist; AAPL, TSM, MU, SPCX, ASTS, SLS in Focus
August 10, 2026, 5:16 AM EDT. U.S. stock futures traded mixed early Monday, with Nasdaq futures climbing 0.4% and S&P 500 futures up 0.1%, while Dow and Russell 2000 futures were unchanged, as uncertainty surrounding the Strait of Hormuz persisted. Apple (AAPL) is evaluating China’s CXMT memory chips amid tightening supply. Taiwan Semiconductor (TSM) reported a 45% jump in July revenue. Micron (MU) rose ahead of its KeyBanc appearance. SpaceX (SPCX) is set to launch Starlink V3 satellites with 100x capacity, catching the attention of ARK Invest.
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Nasdaq Composite Scores Unusual Four-Day Surge, Historically Preceding 29.3% Gains
August 10, 2026, 5:15 AM EDT. The Nasdaq Composite notched four straight sessions with at least 1% gains from July 30 to August 4, a pattern that has occurred just 18 times since 1971. On average, after these runs, the Nasdaq has posted a 29.3% rise over the following year, well above its 55-year annualized average of under 11%. As of August 6, the Nasdaq is up 13.4% YTD, boosted by AI trends and corporate performance.
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Oil Holds Ground as Iran Ties Strait of Hormuz Reopening to U.S. Concessions
August 10, 2026, 5:14 AM EDT. Oil held steady, with Brent crude last at $83.54 and WTI at $78.03 per barrel, after a drop of over 7% last week on expectations of a possible reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Iran said reopening the strait would require the U.S. to meet its demands, such as compensation for attacks. Tensions remain in the region: Saudi Aramco’s Jazan refinery was attacked by Iran-aligned Houthis, and UAE’s ADNOC has reported vessel attacks in the strait since conflict began.
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Dow Futures Slip as S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Advance Following Weak Payrolls Data
August 10, 2026, 5:13 AM EDT.Bitcoin climbs after weaker July payroll figures in the U.S. revealed a 23,000 job decline, dampening expectations for an imminent Federal Reserve rate hike. The Dow looks ready to start lower, whereas S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures see gains. Market participants are evaluating how the payroll shortfall is shaping rate forecasts and impacting sectors, including Super Micro, Micron, and Marvell.
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S&P 500 Approaches Peak Levels: Historical Data Offers Perspective for Investors
August 10, 2026, 5:12 AM EDT. The S&P 500 trades close to record levels even as consumer sentiment remains subdued and inflation picks up, with further Fed rate increases expected. Major valuation measures, including the Shiller CAPE ratio at 41.4-its highest since 2000-and the Buffett indicator at 232%, an all-time record, suggest caution. On a historical basis, the S&P 500 has produced positive results in 94% of 10-year periods and always delivered gains over 20 years, providing reassurance to investors focused on the long term despite immediate uncertainties.
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United Airlines Boosts Premium Seats on 787-9 'Elevated' Across Eight Routes
August 10, 2026, 5:11 AM EDT. United Airlines will raise the number of premium seats on its Boeing 787-9 in the ‘Elevated’ configuration to 99, bringing premium capacity to 44.6%, up from 26.8%. The change means 30 more premium seats, though it reduces total available seats per flight by 35, reflecting a strategy prioritizing higher yields instead of volume. In Q2, premium revenue increased by 16%, while passenger yields grew 12%. The modified aircraft will operate on eight long-haul routes out of San Francisco and Houston starting September 2026.
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Rocket Lab (RKLB) Jumps 27.5% Ahead of Q2 Results Release
August 10, 2026, 5:10 AM EDT. Rocket Lab shares rose 27.5% last week to $82.83, increasing its equity value by $10.7 billion prior to the Q2 earnings report on Monday. Analysts project revenue of $231.62 million and a per-share loss of $0.06. The company’s order backlog totals $2.22 billion, though just 36% is set for delivery within a year. Rocket Lab won a $397 million U.S. Space Force contract and completed its 92nd Electron launch of the year.
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European Shares Hold Firm as Hormuz Concerns Boost Oil; Investors Eye Data
August 10, 2026, 5:05 AM EDT. European equities were little changed, with the STOXX 600 at 660.12, as heightened concerns around the Strait of Hormuz supported oil prices. Brent crude climbed 0.6% to $83.98. Technology stocks advanced 0.7%, while the media sector slipped 0.7%. Market participants await euro zone employment and U.S. consumer price releases. STOXX 600 companies are forecast to deliver almost 21% earnings growth in Q2, with Caledonia Mining rising 1.6% following a 16% increase in profit.
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Revolut Gains Bank License Approval in France
August 10, 2026, 5:04 AM EDT.Revolut has obtained a French bank license after assessments by the local regulator and the European Central Bank. The fintech company is recruiting 400 employees and intends to establish a new European headquarters just west of Paris.
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CLSA Lowers Target Prices on PFC, REC After Q1 Delivers Mixed Performance
August 10, 2026, 5:03 AM EDT. PFC and REC shares fell as much as 8% after CLSA trimmed its FY27 profit-after-tax forecasts by 2%-3% in response to their mixed Q1 results.
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S&P 500 Futures Advance as Softer Jobs Data and Lower Yields Support Market
August 10, 2026, 5:02 AM EDT.S&P 500 futures gained 0.6% on August 10, 2026, following July’s nonfarm payrolls showing a decrease of 23,000 jobs and subdued wage growth, underscoring easing labor market strain. The 10-year Treasury yield slipped to 4.60%, with one-year inflation expectations dropping to 3.6%, suggesting borrowing costs could fall. Tech, small cap, and real estate shares continue to grapple with uncertainty amid these trends. Standout gainers include Atlassian (+35.31%), Twilio (+24.89%), and Natera (+21.37%).
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Barrick Mining TSX:ABX Valuation Following 191% Gain in Three Years
August 10, 2026, 5:01 AM EDT. Barrick Mining TSX:ABX shares have climbed 191.3% in the past three years, including a 98.2% jump over the last year. The Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) model places its value at CA$46.48, about 31.1% lower than the current CA$60.96 price, suggesting it may be overvalued. However, market multiples present a less conservative picture, and the overall valuation remains mixed, leaving the question of margin of safety in play for investors.
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Festi hf. Buys Back 265,000 Shares in Week 32; Cumulative Repurchase Reaches 1,265,000 Shares
August 10, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT. During week 32 of 2026, Festi hf. bought back 265,000 of its own shares for ISK 81,677,500, bringing the cumulative figure in the share repurchase programme up to 1,265,000 shares totaling ISK 394,882,500. The company is now in possession of 4,943,864 shares, representing 1.58% of total issued capital, with the programme set to a maximum of 3,000,000 shares and ISK 1,000 million in total expenditure. The buyback is being carried out in accordance with Icelandic and EU market rules.
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The Trade Desk Sinks 21.9% After Predicting Q3 Revenue Slide
August 10, 2026, 4:58 AM EDT. The Trade Desk NASDAQ:TTD fell 21.9% to $13.80 after predicting a 12% decline in Q3 revenue to at least $650 million, which was 19.4% below analyst estimates. The company also anticipated a sharp decrease in EBITDA margin to 24.6%, down from 43% a year ago. Customer retention stayed above 95%, but rivals Magnite and PubMatic reported 11% revenue growth, spotlighting concerns over pressure on spending and pricing.
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Palantir Technologies Jumps 40%, Trades at 54 Times Projected Sales as Valuation Spotlight Intensifies
August 10, 2026, 4:57 AM EDT. Shares of Palantir Technologies NASDAQ:PLTR climbed 39.8% in the past week to end at $172.01, the stock’s largest weekly advance since November 2024. Palantir’s market value hit roughly $441.8 billion, equating to 54.2 times the midpoint of its 2026 sales guidance of $8.154 billion. U.S. revenue made up 81.3% of total income, rising 114.7%, while international sales increased 33.7%. Revenue and adjusted EPS for Q2 were above analyst expectations, with both Q3 and full-year forecasts lifted. The company pointed to robust momentum in U.S. commercial growth and new bookings.
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Dow Futures Edge Lower While S&P 500 and Nasdaq Futures Tick Up as Inflation Report Looms
August 10, 2026, 4:56 AM EDT. Stocks were on course for gains Monday, with investors focused on this week’s consumer-price report to assess the Federal Reserve’s chances of holding off on a September interest rate increase. S&P 500 futures advanced 0.2%, Nasdaq 100 futures climbed 0.4%, but the Dow was set for a lower open, demonstrating shifting market mood ahead of key economic data.
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SpaceX NASDAQ:SPCX Climbs 15.83% as Capex Targets Loss-Making Divisions
August 10, 2026, 4:55 AM EDT. SpaceX NASDAQ:SPCX advanced 15.83% to $133.11, with trading volume at 54.6% of the available block. Capital expenditures directed 92.6% toward Space and AI units, which together recorded a $1.799 billion operating loss. Starlink’s connectivity arm delivered $1.656 billion in operating profit, almost matching the combined losses. The stock is 1.4% under its IPO level and remains 41% below its high after the lockup expiry increased tradable shares twofold.
SpaceX (NASDAQ:SPCX) Shares Edge Toward IP…
Stock futures mixed as Strait of Hormuz reopening prospects decline
August 10, 2026, 4:54 AM EDT. Stock index futures trade mixed as prospects for the Strait of Hormuz reopening diminish following renewed demands from Iran. Investors monitor geopolitical risks impacting major trade corridors.
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SpaceX Shares Jump 26% After Lock-Up Expires, Approach IPO Level
August 10, 2026, 4:44 AM EDT. Shares of SpaceX (SPCX) climbed more than 26% following the end of the first lock-up period on August 6, reaching $134.9, just below the IPO level of $135. Although nearly 911 million shares became available, early backers largely retained their holdings, resulting in a wave of short covering and new institutional interest as liquidity increased. Analyst sentiment remains bullish, with Bank of America establishing a $235 target and Bernstein raising its outlook to $248, pointing to further possible gains.
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Asian Stocks Climb Following Wall Street Rally, Oil Prices Edge Up
August 10, 2026, 4:43 AM EDT. Asian equities climbed on Monday, with Japan’s Nikkei 225 leading the upward move after Wall Street closed higher. Oil prices rose, and U.S. futures remained steady, signaling measured optimism in international markets.
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ADNOC Gas to Invest $8.2 Billion in Rich Gas Development, Targets 60% EBITDA Growth by 2030
August 10, 2026, 4:41 AM EDT.ADNOC Gas will allocate more than $8 billion to its Rich Gas Development initiative, with a target of 60% EBITDA growth by 2030. The development features a $3.9 billion gas processing train at the Habshah site and a $4.3 billion natural gas liquids fractionation unit under the Ruwais LNG project. The Ruwais LNG plant, anticipated for completion by late 2028, is set to double the company’s LNG output to about 15 million tons per year.
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Silver Outlook: XAG/USD extends rally, bullish Head & Shoulders pattern points to $67.17
August 10, 2026, 4:40 AM EDT. Silver (XAG/USD) climbs for a second consecutive session, holding close to $64.30 after breaking above July’s top at $63.30 and confirming a bullish Head & Shoulders setup with a projected target of $67.17.
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Treasury Yields Slip as Investors Await Core Inflation Figures
August 10, 2026, 4:39 AM EDT. U.S. Treasury yields dipped, with both the 10-year and 30-year notes falling by roughly 1 basis point. Market participants are focused on July’s core inflation numbers, which are expected to shape outlooks for potential Federal Reserve rate hikes. Softer July payroll figures have lowered the odds of a September hike from 67% to 44%. The week also features the producer price index, jobless claims, retail sales, and consumer sentiment data.
Treasury yields inch lower as investors lo…
Berkshire Hathaway Starts Buying Back Shares as Cash Approaches $400 Billion
August 10, 2026, 4:38 AM EDT. After amassing almost $400 billion in cash, Berkshire Hathaway has initiated buybacks of its own stock, signaling a notable change in its approach to cash management. The decision has drawn a mixed response from investors and the market, with opinions divided on the company’s increased emphasis on stock repurchases.
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Rolls-Royce Shares: 2027 Price Target and Outlook
August 10, 2026, 4:25 AM EDT. Rolls-Royce LSE:RR. shares have climbed 41.4% over the last year. Analyst consensus projects 2027 earnings per share at 44.7p and sees a forward P/E of 40, pointing to a price target of 1,788p for that year. The company posted robust H1 2026 results, reporting £2.5bn in operating profit, and lifted its 2026 outlook to £4.7bn-£4.9bn. Key risks include dependence on future earnings for valuation, a low 0.7% dividend yield, and geopolitical risk affecting air travel.
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Asian stocks advance with Wall Street, oil rebounds
August 10, 2026, 4:24 AM EDT.Asian shares climbed in step with Wall Street gains, as investors responded to the upward momentum. At the same time, oil prices rebounded, signaling shifts across global energy markets. Traders are watching these moves closely for their effect on financial sectors and commodity prices.
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S&P 500 Futures Climb as Investors Monitor Global Tensions, Look to Inflation Data on August 10, 2026
August 10, 2026, 4:23 AM EDT. S&P 500 futures advanced 0.13% and Nasdaq 100 futures gained 0.25% ahead of the open on August 10, 2026. Market participants are assessing Middle East geopolitical risks alongside the expected release of inflation data. Brent crude stood at $83.64 and WTI at $78.08. Plus500 posted higher half-year core profit, supported by its growth in the U.S. and fresh product rollouts.
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Smiths Group PLC Buys 1,971,993 Ordinary Shares on London Stock Exchange
August 10, 2026, 4:18 AM EDT. Smiths Group PLC acquired 1,971,993 ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange from HSBC Bank plc at prices between 2,646 GBp and 2,742 GBp during the period from 3 to 7 August 2026. The shares, each valued at 37.5 pence, are eligible for cancellation or could be retained in treasury. Smiths Group specialises in flow control, thermal solutions, construction, and aerospace, providing solutions for global needs such as decarbonisation and energy efficiency.
H100 Finalizes NSD AS Acquisition, Bitcoin Holdings Reach 3,506 BTC
August 10, 2026, 4:17 AM EDT. H100 Group AB has completed its acquisition of NSD AS, increasing its Bitcoin holdings to 3,506.4 Bitcoin and establishing itself among Europe’s leading publicly listed Bitcoin treasury holders. The transaction, priced at 1.0x mNAV and executed without cash, contributed 2,455.37 Bitcoin to H100’s portfolio. This marks the largest M&A in European Public Bitcoin Equity and the inaugural Bitcoin-for-Bitcoin public market transaction worldwide.
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ADNOC Gas Sees $665 Million Q2 Profit, Rolls Out $8.2 Billion for Gas Project Expansion
August 10, 2026, 4:16 AM EDT. ADNOC Gas reported $665 million net income for Q2 2026, beating forecasts even amid operational challenges. The company has greenlit $8.2 billion in contracts for the second and third phases of its Rich Gas Development initiative, increasing total investment to $13.2 billion. ADNOC projects EBITDA to climb by approximately 60% by 2030 and aims to invest about $28 billion between 2026 and 2030 to drive further growth.
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Institutional FX Trading Slows in July, Surges Briefly on Yen Intervention by Japan and US
August 10, 2026, 4:15 AM EDT.Institutional FX volumes fell between 1.2% and 7.8% in July at leading platforms FXSpotStream, Cboe FX, 360T, and Euronext FX, though still exceeded 2025 levels. The final two days of July marked significant spikes as a coordinated yen intervention by Japanese and US authorities drove activity higher. FXSpotStream posted the strongest growth, averaging $158.11B per day, 51.7% greater than the prior year. Cboe FX’s daily average was $56.79B, a 4.8% drop month-on-month but a 24.5% yearly increase. Euronext FX reported $28.16B daily, a 7.8% decrease from June, yet up 10.8% versus the previous July.
Institutional FX Volumes Slipped in July a…
Bluebird Mining Ventures Gains NAV Lift from Bitcoin Streaming Income
August 10, 2026, 4:14 AM EDT. Bluebird Mining Ventures (LSE:BMV) began earning recurring income through its initial Bitcoin streaming investment in July, driving net asset value (NAV) up to around US$1.18 million. Streaming assets now make up 38% of the company’s portfolio, and Bluebird is working on a structured gold streaming product. However, financial headwinds persist due to past losses, combined with subdued technical indicators and a negative price-to-earnings ratio.
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Info Edge India Jumps 2.37%, Leads Nifty Midcap 150 Gainers
August 10, 2026, 4:12 AM EDT. Info Edge India surged 2.37%, emerging as the top gainer on the Nifty Midcap 150 index.
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S&P 500 Futures Edge Higher as Investors Monitor Mideast Risks and Upcoming Earnings
August 10, 2026, 4:10 AM EDT. U.S. stock futures point to slight advances, with S&P 500 futures rising 0.13% and Nasdaq 100 futures up 0.25% in pre-market trading on Monday. The Polymarket community sees a 62% probability of the S&P 500 opening higher on August 10. Markets take into account last week’s robust rally, persistent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, and upcoming inflation reports expected Wednesday and Thursday. Brent crude trades at $83.64 per barrel, while WTI stands at $78.08 per barrel.
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Jeremy Clarkson Raises Concern Over Farming Struggles During UK Heatwave
August 10, 2026, 4:09 AM EDT. Jeremy Clarkson, who owns the 1,000-acre Diddly Squat Farm in Oxfordshire, describes the toll the UK heatwave has taken on crops, with temperatures soaring to 36C. Clarkson says that even after working 15-20 hour days, farming does not turn a profit, leaving him unable to plant 200 acres. He has been outspoken on agricultural policy issues and continues to encounter setbacks as Season 6 of Clarkson’s Farm is being filmed.
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Plus500 Half-Year Core Profit Rises on Strong US Push, New Product Launches
August 10, 2026, 4:08 AM EDT.Plus500, the trading platform, posted higher half-year core profit as trading picked up, backed by the expansion of its U.S. business and the rollout of new offerings such as the rapidly growing predictions market.
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