Shan Ahmed Khan

Shan Ahmed Khan is a senior markets reporter at TS2.tech, specializing in stocks, technology and macroeconomic trends. A graduate of the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), he previously worked in investment research and market analysis. His coverage helps readers understand the key developments influencing global financial markets and emerging industries.

Brent crude price steadies near $68 after Iran talks; traders eye U.S. data this week

Brent crude price steadies near $68 after Iran talks; traders eye U.S. data this week

Brent crude hovered just above $68 a barrel on Monday, holding steady after the U.S. and Iran decided to extend indirect talks—a move that calmed near-term supply jitters. Indian refiners pulling back from Russian seaborne crude has been lending support to prices as well. By 1044 GMT, Brent was up 17 cents at $68.22, a 0.3% gain. U.S. West Texas Intermediate added 18 cents to $63.73, also up 0.3%. SEB’s Bjarne Schieldrop commented, “The Iranian risk premium cannot be fully defused as long as U.S. warships are located where they are.”
9 February 2026
Oil prices steady near $68 after U.S.-Iran talks; WTI firms as traders eye OPEC, inventories

Oil prices steady near $68 after U.S.-Iran talks; WTI firms as traders eye OPEC, inventories

Oil prices found their footing Monday, with signals from both Washington and Tehran that indirect negotiations would continue. That move helped calm worries over an immediate supply crunch tied to Middle East tensions, even as traders watched India scale back on Russian crude. Brent crude edged up 17 cents to $68.22 a barrel by 1044 GMT, a 0.3% gain; U.S. West Texas Intermediate climbed 18 cents, also 0.3%, to $63.73. “The Iranian risk premium cannot be fully defused as long as U.S. warships are located where they are,” SEB analyst Bjarne Schieldrop said.
9 February 2026
US Economic Calendar Today: Stock Futures Hold Steady as Traders Eye Fed Speeches, Treasury Buyback and Delayed Jobs Data

US Economic Calendar Today: Stock Futures Hold Steady as Traders Eye Fed Speeches, Treasury Buyback and Delayed Jobs Data

Futures for U.S. stocks held mostly steady early Monday, with the market eyeing two key pieces of economic data: the January jobs numbers out Wednesday — delayed from last week — and Friday’s consumer price index release. Both could help shape the Fed’s rate path. As of 4:52 a.m. EST, Dow E-minis edged up 46 points, or 0.09%. S&P 500 E-minis were off by 4 points, and Nasdaq 100 E-minis slipped 50.25 points. CME Group’s FedWatch tool showed markets still betting on a first rate cut in June. Earnings to watch before the bell: Kyndryl, Becton Dickinson, Apollo Global Management, and Loews.
IBM and Meta bring AI Alliance to Indonesia as IBM shares rise; Australia reviews Confluent deal

IBM and Meta bring AI Alliance to Indonesia as IBM shares rise; Australia reviews Confluent deal

IBM and Meta are bringing their AI Alliance to Indonesia, ramping up efforts to promote open-source artificial intelligence—where anyone can see and tweak the code. The alliance’s reach is now 29 countries, 195 members. According to a recent IBM CEO Study, 61% of Indonesian firms are using “AI agents,” tools built to handle tasks and planning. Still, just 27% reported their latest AI systems hit the ROI they were aiming for, Tech in Asia said.
QQQ tug-of-war: SEC filings show fresh buying and a bank cut as Nasdaq tests faster Nasdaq-100 entry

QQQ tug-of-war: SEC filings show fresh buying and a bank cut as Nasdaq tests faster Nasdaq-100 entry

Paradigm Capital Management LLC NV sharply boosted its exposure to Invesco’s QQQ ETF in the third quarter, bumping up its stake by 121.4% and ending up with 2,998 shares valued at nearly $1.8 million, according to a filing. That puts QQQ at about 1.8% of Paradigm’s portfolio, the disclosure shows.
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  • Albany International (AIN) Stock: Valuation Debate Follows Strong Gains
    July 27, 2026, 4:23 PM EDT. Albany International (AIN) shares traded close to US$75, rising 37% in three months and up 44% since the start of the year. Revenue stood at US$1.21b, but the firm posted a net loss of US$59.4m. The business operates across Machine Clothing (US$699m revenue) and Engineered Composites (US$506m), supplying the industrial and aerospace sectors. With a market value of US$75.49 that surpasses a fair value estimate of US$56.67, questions emerge around its valuation as aerospace composites show growth.