O’Rourke Flags Investor Worries on Major Tech Firm Strategies
July 24, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT. Mike O’Rourke, JonesTrading’s chief market strategist, says investors have real concerns that major tech firms could be undermining scalable and investor-oriented business models within the equity market.
U.S. Futures Steady, Oil Slips Under $100 on Reduced U.S.-Iran Tensions
July 24, 2026, 4:59 AM EDT. U.S. futures steadied as hostilities between the U.S. and Iran subsided overnight, leading the global oil benchmark to retreat. Oil prices dipped below $100, with investors optimistic about potential diplomatic progress between the countries.
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Yen Set for Sharpest Weekly Fall Since May as Tokyo Moves to Stabilise Market
July 24, 2026, 4:58 AM EDT. The yen is on track for its biggest weekly slide since May, reaching 40-year lows against the dollar even as Japanese officials offer verbal support. Analysts say persistent structural pressures will remain unless the Bank of Japan accelerates rate hikes. The U.S. Treasury has also called for BOJ rate increases. The dollar has risen 0.88% for the week amid mounting inflation worries and Middle East tensions, while oil has climbed above $100 a barrel, adding to uncertainty about the outlook for rate hikes.
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UK Says New US Tariffs Will Not Harm British Firms
July 24, 2026, 4:48 AM EDT. The UK government stated that the most recent US tariffs aimed at forced labour bans will not negatively affect British companies. The current UK-US trade deal stands, providing zero tariffs on whisky and medical technology and supporting trade conditions. The UK reiterated its focus on tackling forced labour in global supply chains, with the US recognising this by excluding the UK from extra tariffs.
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Nestle Pushes for Clearer U.S. Food Labels, Seeks to Replace Scientific Terms with Familiar Names
July 24, 2026, 4:47 AM EDT. Nestle is urging U.S. officials to streamline food labeling by replacing technical names like ascorbic acid with more widely known terms such as vitamin C, hoping to counteract negative perceptions of processed food. The proposal supports the U.S. administration’s “Make America Healthy Again” campaign and responds to consumer calls for easier-to-understand ingredient lists as processed foods come under increasing examination.
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UK Retail Sales Climb 1.0% in June, Boosted by Warm Weather and World Cup Fever
July 24, 2026, 4:46 AM EDT. UK retail sales volumes posted a 1.0% increase in June, outpacing expectations for a drop, as shoppers spent more on air conditioning, clothing, and World Cup merchandise. Compared with a year earlier, sales jumped 4.2%, with leading retailers such as Sainsbury’s and Currys benefiting, though Sports Direct showed more mixed results. The figures underscore steady consumer demand, even as energy costs rise and inflation begins to slow.
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Disco (TSE:6146) Valuation Remains Elevated on 31.6% Net Margin and Robust Earnings
July 24, 2026, 4:45 AM EDT. Disco (TSE:6146) posted Q1 2027 revenue of ¥114,308 million with basic EPS at ¥315.50. The net margin for the trailing twelve months is 31.6%, reflecting net income of ¥145,975 million from revenue of ¥461,283 million. Earnings advanced by 17.8% recently, and are projected to rise about 15.8% per year. Disco commands a premium trailing P/E of 45.2x versus the Japanese semiconductor sector average of 27.2x, significantly higher than its DCF-based fair value of ¥22,521.50, underscoring a robust valuation driven by solid profits.
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Shin‑Etsu Polymer (TSE:7970) Q1 2027 Results Show Rising Revenue, Lower Margins
July 24, 2026, 4:44 AM EDT. Shin-Etsu PolymerLtd (TSE:7970) posted revenue of ¥30.6 billion for Q1 2027, with earnings per share at ¥30.04, as the net margin declined to 7.8% from 9.1% in the previous year. Revenue increased from ¥28.0 billion a year earlier, but EPS fell from ¥38.65. Although recent profit growth remained below the 10.4% five-year average, analysts still expect yearly earnings to grow 14.5%, outpacing projected revenue growth of 4.9%, as margin pressure contrasts with continued confidence in future earnings.
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Dow Futures Inch Higher; Key Market Movers in Focus
July 24, 2026, 4:43 AM EDT. Live coverage of the stock markets, highlighting Dow futures, S&P 500, and Nasdaq. The update also details major finance, economics, business stories, and shifts in oil prices.
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Bank of France Governor: Trump Tariffs Add to Global Economic Uncertainty
July 24, 2026, 4:34 AM EDT.Bank of France Governor Emmanuel Moulin said that tariffs introduced by the Trump administration on products from 60 trading partners, such as the EU and China, further increase uncertainty in the global economy. Although the 2025 trade deal with the EU remains in place, the newly announced tariffs act as a headwind for worldwide trade and are negative for growth.
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Macquarie Group Names Ward as Next CEO After Shareholders Vote Down Constitution Change at 2026 AGM
July 24, 2026, 4:33 AM EDT. Macquarie Group shareholders voted against a constitutional change at the 2026 AGM. The Board named Greg Ward as the next CEO, effective November 2026, to succeed Shemara Wikramanayake. Ward, formerly Global CFO and Head of Banking, is seen as well-placed to drive Macquarie’s priorities in digitisation, banking efficiency, and responding to margin pressures in both asset management and financial services.
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BlackBerry TSE:BB Shares Break 200-Day Moving Average Mark
July 24, 2026, 4:32 AM EDT. BlackBerry Limited TSE:BB shares moved above the 200-day moving average of C$8.20, hitting a peak of C$12.52 and recently trading at C$12.15, with 2.9 million shares exchanged. Stifel Nicolaus maintained its “buy” rating and set a C$12.00 price target. The company posted C$0.06 EPS on June 25 and holds a market capitalization of C$7.12 billion. Over the past 90 days, insiders have sold shares valued at more than C$1.47 million.
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Futures Gain as Oil Breaks $100 and Earnings Continue
July 24, 2026, 4:31 AM EDT. Futures tracking the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq moved up, with investors looking for a turnaround after Thursday’s downturn. Gains were underpinned by crude oil climbing past $100 a barrel and a continued stream of earnings releases.
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Markets Wrap: Korea Housing Alert, Oil's Weekly Rise, Caledonia Slides, AstraZeneca Valuation, Wise Group Tumbles – 24.07.2026
July 24, 2026, 4:30 AM EDT.South Korea’s president issues a warning over housing market risks reminiscent of Japan’s 1990s downturn, as 75.8% of household wealth is in property, though regulatory measures restrict systemic fallout. Oil futures slip on the day but secure gains for the week; Brent trades at $99.55 (-1.11%), WTI at $91.06 (-1.21%), with global shipments affected by geopolitical tensions. Caledonia Mining is down 13% so far this year but has climbed 75.2% over the past three years, trading at a P/E of 5.8x and seen as undervalued. AstraZeneca has fallen 6.64% over 30 days and is considered 23% below fair value despite a solid pipeline. Shares in Wise Group drop 11% after rejection of its U.S. bank charter application.
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US market futures fall as Treasury yields climb; Tesla slips after earnings
July 24, 2026, 4:29 AM EDT. US equity futures, including E-mini S&P 500, dropped roughly 0.4% as the 10-year Treasury yield climbed to a two-month peak near 4.65%, increasing borrowing costs. Tesla shares lost 14.52% following Q2 results and a series of price target cuts, while T-Mobile and Rollins also traded lower. Investors are monitoring Q2 reports from American Express, SLB, Verizon, and NextEra Energy, as well as US manufacturing data, against a backdrop of continued cost of living concerns.
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Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Rise After Tech Sell-Off; Fresh Tariffs and Upcoming Earnings in Focus
July 24, 2026, 4:28 AM EDT. Futures for major US stock indexes increased, with Dow Jones Industrial Average futures adding 0.4%, S&P 500 futures up 0.2%, and Nasdaq-100 futures unchanged, following a sharp technology slide on Thursday that wiped out close to $800 billion from major companies including Alphabet and Tesla. Meanwhile, new global tariffs of 10%-12.5% on US imports took effect, while crude oil fell below $99 per barrel. Traders are looking ahead to economic reports and results from American Express, NextEra Energy, and Verizon.
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South Korea's President cites Japan's 1990s property crash as warning for housing market
July 24, 2026, 4:17 AM EDT. South Korean President Lee Jae Myung drew parallels between the present-day real estate situation and Japan’s market collapse in the 1990s, noting that 75.8% of household wealth is tied up in property. While this raises caution, economists point out that stringent regulations, caps on loans, tighter mortgage requirements and less household leverage help to limit the threat of a systemic property market collapse.
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Oil Heads for Weekly Gain Despite Daily Drop on Geopolitical Tensions
July 24, 2026, 4:16 AM EDT. Oil futures declined on July 24, yet remain on track for significant weekly gains as Red Sea disruptions and intensifying U.S.-Israeli-Iran tensions persist. Brent slid 1.11% to $99.55 but has climbed 13% on the week; WTI slipped 1.21% to $91.06, marking a 10.4% weekly increase. Tanker movement through the Strait of Hormuz reached a low amid elevated risks to Saudi shipments. Meanwhile, Kazakhstan reduced output after drone strikes shut its Black Sea export terminal.
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Caledonia Mining (CMCL) Stock Trades Below Sector Despite Solid Multi-Year Gains
July 24, 2026, 4:15 AM EDT. Although Caledonia Mining (CMCL) shares have climbed 75.2% over three years, the stock delivered a -13.0% return over the past year, underperforming sector peers. With a P/E ratio of 5.8x, significantly under the Metals and Mining industry average of 16.2x, CMCL meets all 6 valuation metrics for undervaluation. While recent achievements at K Pits and Blanket Mine underpin prospects for future cash flow, operational risks continue to be a consideration.
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AstraZeneca Seen as Undervalued with Robust Pipeline and Promising Growth Outlook
July 24, 2026, 4:14 AM EDT. AstraZeneca LSE:AZN shares declined 6.64% over the past 30 days, though the stock delivered an 18.37% gain for shareholders across one year. Trading at £126.88, the stock sits 23% below the perceived fair value of £164.85. Strong growth prospects are underpinned by a broad late-stage pipeline spanning oncology, rare diseases, and cardiovascular treatments, with anticipated peak annual revenues over $10 billion. AstraZeneca’s P/E multiple of 25.2x remains higher than that of European competitors, drawing attention to its valuation against a backdrop of regulatory and pricing risks.
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Wise Group Stock Falls as U.S. Bank Charter Bid Rejected
July 24, 2026, 4:13 AM EDT. Shares in Wise Group slid as much as 11% after U.S. authorities denied its application for a national bank charter. The U.K.-based fintech, which is listed in the United States, now faces increased uncertainty from this regulatory hurdle.
