ASX 200 Drops 0.6% to Start New Fiscal Year as Global Jitters Weigh
July 1, 2026, 3:54 AM EDT. The ASX 200 slid 0.6% to 8,723 at Wednesday’s open for the new financial year. Traders pointed to weak risk appetite after U.S. futures slipped, following strong H1 2026 gains and as the market braced for May trade numbers. Selling hit commercial services, financials, logistics and consumer names. Australia’s big four banks lost around 1.5%-2.5%. Building permits extended their fall for a third straight month. Minutes from the Reserve Bank’s June meeting left the door open for more rate hikes on rising costs. South32 was a rare winner, jumping 9.7% after it agreed to sell aluminium assets to Alcoa. Trading was moved by volatility, upcoming trade data and fresh central bank signals.
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Tech Equity Fundraising Tops $100B in H1, Says Mergermarket
July 1, 2026, 3:53 AM EDT. Tech companies pulled in more than $100 billion in equity fundraising for the first six months of the year, Mergermarket said, something seen only in 2000 and 2021 before. These numbers come as investors continue to pour into tech, hitting fundraising not seen since earlier booms.
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ASX 200 trails global indexes in 2026 as key healthcare names dive
July 1, 2026, 3:42 AM EDT. The ASX 200 barely managed a gain of less than 2.8% for the 2026 financial year, outpaced by major overseas markets. The rise was negative after inflation. US stocks soared, with the S&P 500 up 20.8%, NASDAQ up 28.7%, and Europe’s STOXX 600 climbing 19%. Losses for CSL-off 52%-and Cochlear, down almost 60%, weighed on the Australian market. Bank results were mixed; ANZ gained 16% but Commonwealth Bank and NAB lagged. 4D Medical stood out with strong returns while the rest of the market barely moved.
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Chenavari Toro Income Fund Limited to Post New Factsheet
July 1, 2026, 3:41 AM EDT. Chenavari Toro Income Fund Limited said its latest factsheet will be out soon on the company website. The fund, managed by Chenavari Investment Managers, targets income assets. The update, given July 1, 2026, is meant as a routine communication to investors. Questions go to Guy Goyard at Chenavari Investment Managers by email or phone. The announcement went out through RNS, the London Stock Exchange’s regulatory wire. The factsheet should break down performance and strategy once live.
AB Foods Flags Wider Sugar Losses, Primark Q3 Sales a Mixed Bag
July 1, 2026, 3:40 AM EDT. Associated British Foods (ABF) now expects a bigger loss in its sugar business, blaming lower prices in Europe and higher gas bills tied to Middle East tensions. The sugar arm is looking at an adjusted operating loss of £25 million to £60 million for the full year. Primark’s Q3 numbers were uneven: like-for-like sales slipped 2.2%, but total sales added 4% to hit £2.9 billion, getting a lift from new shops and FX moves. UK sales stayed flat, continental Europe was down, but the U.S. saw a 16% jump. Group revenue at ABF climbed 3% to £5.3 billion. ABF kept its plan on track to split off Primark from food by 2027.
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Sensex jumps 630 points on auto stocks; Nifty up 184
July 1, 2026, 3:39 AM EDT. Swinging back from recent lows, India’s Sensex added 630 points to top 77,110 intraday Wednesday. The Nifty pushed up 184 points to 24,049. Auto shares paced the move, helped by a 37% jump in Mahindra & Mahindra June sales. Maruti Suzuki and Titan also traded higher. Gains tracked world markets after Wall Street hit records and Japan and China advanced. Brent crude steadied near $73 a barrel. But some worry about weak monsoon rains and overseas investors remain cautious, with institutions selling ₹2,556.75 crore in Indian shares Tuesday.
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ASX 200 fund managers surge as financial year kicks off
July 1, 2026, 3:36 AM EDT. ASX 200 fund manager stocks jumped on July 1, 2026, starting the new financial year with a rally in a sector known for high leverage and recent weakness. These shares had been under pressure but turned higher as buyers moved in. Some market analysts say they’re unsure what’s behind the sudden interest. The rally has traders talking about shifting sentiment and what’s drawing money back to funds management, which tends to be sensitive to bigger moves in financial markets. The surprise rebound leaves more questions about what’s next in these risk-heavy names.
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India Pulls in $2 Billion From State Company Stake Sales as New Equity Issuance Slows
July 1, 2026, 3:29 AM EDT. The federal government sold $2 billion worth of stakes in state-run companies last quarter, giving India’s capital markets a lift as new equity deals dried up. Broader equity issuance has been slow with investors rattled by Middle East fighting, but the state stake sales helped support the local market through the slump.
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HarbourVest Global Private Equity Offloads $70.7M in Co-Investments, Eyes Buybacks
July 1, 2026, 3:28 AM EDT. HarbourVest Global Private Equity Limited (HVPE) said it sold $70.7 million in assets, mostly direct co-investments, as it moves to free up cash. The FTSE 250 firm, which is run by HarbourVest Partners, said the deal will cut its unfunded commitments by $22.5 million. HVPE is putting all proceeds into its Distribution Pool, targeting share buybacks and planning a $400 million tender offer. Chair Ed Warner called the sale a strategic step for better liquidity and portfolio management, citing strong market demand. HarbourVest is staying active on deals as it looks to lift returns and shrink its NAV discount.
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Sulnox Group PLC plans to list 7M new shares, updates on voting rights and major shareholders
July 1, 2026, 3:27 AM EDT. Sulnox Group PLC said it will admit 7,058,200 new ordinary shares to trading on the Aquis Growth Market from 6 July 2026. That will take the total shares to 151,608,359, each with a single voting right as required for FCA shareholder notifications. Main shareholders include Constantine Logothetis at 24.88%, Nistadgruppen AS at 12.85%, and EPS Ventures Pte Ltd with 10.83%. The new shares go to EPS Ventures Pte Ltd, backing Sulnox’s plan to cut fuel costs and emissions at zero capex. Sulnox said the update clarifies the new share count and voting rights before the shares start trading.
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BRCK Group closes H.S. Jackson & Son buy, floats new shares for deal
July 1, 2026, 3:26 AM EDT. BRCK Group PLC has wrapped up its takeover of H.S. Jackson & Son, bringing the fencing contractor into its construction materials business on June 30, 2026. BRCK said the move fits its plan to broaden products and chase more growth. To pay for Jackson, BRCK is issuing 1,024,414 new shares, set to hit AIM trading on July 2, 2026. The group will have 323,270,660 shares in issue after admission-numbers investors watch for UK disclosure rules. CEO Frank Hanna called Jackson a solid addition and said he sees growth ahead for the business under BRCK.
Shearwater Group (SWG.L) wins £25m extension with UK telecom giant
July 1, 2026, 3:25 AM EDT. Shearwater Group plc said it’s landed a five-year contract extension worth about £25 million with a major UK-based global telecom company. The deal covers packet monitoring, forensic analysis, and service assurance tools running across the telecom’s network. Shearwater expects to recognise about £12.5 million from the contract in its 2026 financial year, saying this supports its EBITDA and revenue outlook for FY26. Cash from the project will start coming in early in FY27, with a near-term 20% cash dip now expected. CEO Phil Higgins said the award reflected Shearwater tech depth and customer trust, helping performance in network intelligence.
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AO World plc to return £20M to shareholders with buyback and special dividend
July 1, 2026, 3:24 AM EDT. AO World plc said it will return £20 million to shareholders through a £10 million share buyback and a special dividend of 1.75p a share, also about £10 million. The buyback, run by Jefferies and Peel Hunt, is set to last until March 31, 2027, using current shareholder authority. Shares bought in the programme will be cancelled. The board said the payout shows AO World’s financial strength and its approach to capital, while keeping room for investment in growth and strategy.
Seeing Machines (AIM: SEE) pushes ahead on convertible note refi, draws lender interest
July 1, 2026, 3:23 AM EDT. Seeing Machines Limited (AIM: SEE) is moving forward on refinancing its Convertible Note before it matures on October 4, 2026. The company says it’s in advanced talks with multiple lenders and has several term sheets on the table. CEO Paul McGlone said the refinancing will run past FY2026 as they look for the best possible terms, but still expects to finish well ahead of the due date. Seeing Machines, which supplies vision-based monitoring tech and Driver Monitoring Systems (DMS) for cars, fleets, off-road, and aviation, focuses on tracking driver attention and cognitive state to cut accident risk.
Supreme PLC (AIM:SUP) gives H1 2026 share scheme and block admission update
July 1, 2026, 3:22 AM EDT. Supreme PLC (AIM:SUP) said it made no new share allotments for its employee schemes in the first half of 2026. The 2018 EMI and 2021 Sharesave plans have now shut down, cancelling 235,236 shares. The company still has 235,622 shares held back under its Supreme 2021 CSOP and Unapproved schemes but hasn’t issued them. As of July 1, 2026, Supreme reports 117,317,803 ordinary shares in issue-none in treasury-all with equal voting rights. This total is the number used for FCA-related shareholder notifications.
Australian Shares Down; South32 to Sell Aluminum Assets to Alcoa for Up to $5.6 Billion
July 1, 2026, 3:21 AM EDT. Australian shares slipped 0.64% as the S&P/ASX 200 settled at 8,722.90. Investors remained cautious as talks between Iran and the US stalled. Brent crude gained 0.5% to $73.31 a barrel, but gold dropped 0.4%. The S&P Global Australia Manufacturing PMI printed 51.5 in June, signaling modest growth, though supply and cost issues stayed in play. The Australian Industry Index was weaker. May dwelling approvals fell 1.1%. On the corporate side, South32 agreed to sell a collection of aluminum assets to Alcoa for as much as $5.6 billion, affecting operations in Australia, South Africa, and Brazil. The ACCC flagged competition issues over Coles Group’s new Kalgoorlie-Boulder lease, and Magellan Financial Group has finished its Barrenjoey Capital Partners merger after clearing shareholder and regulatory hurdles.
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BlackBerry TSX:BB Jumps 243% This Year, Now Trades Well Above Industry Valuations
July 1, 2026, 3:20 AM EDT. BlackBerry TSX:BB shares are up 243.1% so far this year as bets build on the company’s move into software and embedded systems like QNX and secure communications. The stock trades at a steep P/E ratio of about 123.8x, far above the sector’s 21.7x average and higher than peers at 73.5x. Simply Wall St rates BlackBerry’s valuation as 0 out of 6 and says risk is high if growth or execution slip. Current pricing already bakes in a lot of good news, so the stock looks expensive and could be hit if expectations fall short.
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Microsoft (MSFT) Stock: Analysts Stay Bullish as Azure, AI Drive Long-Term Target Despite Spending
July 1, 2026, 3:19 AM EDT. Microsoft stock ended at $373.02 on June 30, 2026, slipping even as Azure cloud revenue jumped 39% and the company’s annual AI run-rate hit $26 billion. Spending hit $37.5 billion, raising investor concerns, but analysts still see room to run. The average 12-month target is $561, pointing to a 50% upside. Some say the market is mispricing Microsoft as a hardware play, even though the core business is enterprise software and AI. Microsoft’s 27% OpenAI stake is valued at $135 billion and adds to its AI story. Wall Street consensus calls for the stock to reach $470 in 2026, $545 in 2027, and $855 by 2030, showing faith that AI growth will offset near-term costs.
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Advit Jewels (NSE:ADVITJEWEL) jumps 36.88% at open after strong IPO demand
July 1, 2026, 3:04 AM EDT. Shares of Advit Jewels started trading at ₹188.90 on the NSE, up 36.88% from the IPO price of ₹138. On the BSE, the stock opened at ₹187, a 35.51% premium. The IPO saw heavy interest, getting subscribed 212.63 times, led by non-institutional investors at 536.38 times and qualified institutional buyers at 174.98 times. The issue was all fresh shares-1.2 crore-no sale from existing holders. Funds are meant for working capital and repaying ₹65 crore in bank loans. Advit Jewels, founded in 2019 in Jaipur, operates under the Rambhajo label and sells handcrafted fine jewellery in both B2B and B2C channels, mainly in 14K and 18K gold.
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KPIT Technologies tanks 17% as BMW, Volkswagen pullback clouds Q1FY27 revenue
July 1, 2026, 3:03 AM EDT. KPIT Technologies plunged 17% to Rs 559.20 after saying it sees a 1% year-on-year revenue decline in Q1FY27 following abrupt order cuts from European automakers BMW and Volkswagen. BMW, which brings in 12% of revenue and is KPIT’s top customer, and a profit warning from Volkswagen, drove the surprise slowdown. Management expects operating and net profit margins to fall even harder, with little room for cost cuts this quarter. JPMorgan lowered the stock to Underweight, cut its target to Rs 550, and predicted two back-to-back years of revenue shrinkage in FY27 and FY26. JM Financial also moved to downgrade, flagging a weak recovery and risk of more downgrades ahead. KPIT said it still sees strength in its core business and product pipeline despite the setbacks.
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FTSE 100 Set to Open Down as Rate Hike Talk Grows
July 1, 2026, 3:02 AM EDT. FTSE 100 futures dropped 20 points before the start of the new month, with London’s blue-chip index holding only modest gains at 10,497.12 at the close. Traders reacted to hawkish notes from US Federal Reserve officials like Cleveland Fed President Loretta Mester, who said interest rates could go higher to curb inflation, with odds of a July hike rising to 34%. Wall Street put in its best quarter since 2020, boosted by semiconductors as all major indexes finished up. Moves in Asia were mixed, and UK gilts climbed after Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey flagged that inflation might head higher later in the year. Investors will watch for comments from Fed Chair Jerome Powell and ECB President Christine Lagarde at the Sintra conference.
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RS Technologies (TSE:3445) to Back Grid Battery Storage in Tochigi, Eyes New Revenue
July 1, 2026, 2:48 AM EDT. RS Technologies (TSE:3445) said it will put ¥8.04 billion into a 99.82 MW battery storage project in Otawara City, Tochigi Prefecture. The company is joining a ¥16.4 billion project through a silent partnership, a shift aimed at expanding beyond semiconductor materials into renewable energy. The plan targets grid stability and new revenue, but RS expects only a limited short-term earnings impact as spending stretches into 2029. The move brings long-term risk from project execution and regulation. Investors have mixed views, with some price targets coming in below current share levels, so risk and return need to be weighed.
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Capcom Rises Among Japanese Growth Stocks With Heavy Insider Stake
July 1, 2026, 2:47 AM EDT. Capcom’s ¥1.26 trillion market cap and strong digital business help it stand out in Japan’s growth sector. The game maker prints 20.4% return on equity and a 27.9% net margin, with earnings up 14.5% a year over five years. While Capcom leans on outside debt and has concentrated revenue, analysts expect its revenue and profit growth to stay ahead of Japan’s broader market and think shares could be cheap. Micronics Japan, valued at ¥645 billion, runs hot too, with 60.4% earnings growth last year and a near-term forecast just under 25% a year, drawing growth-driven buyers. Insiders hold sizable stakes in both firms, a theme for Japanese growth stocks as inflation and rates remain in focus.
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Equus Energy (ASX:EQU) trades amid shifting sector focus, project headlines
July 1, 2026, 2:46 AM EDT. Equus Energy (ASX:EQU) is seeing attention from investors as commodity prices swing and sentiment in the energy sector changes. Operational milestones, project news, and funding plans are shaping the story. Traders are watching how project progress and new moves land. The outlook for Equus Energy is still linked to global energy trends-supply and demand, geopolitics. Appetite for small-cap energy stocks matters for the share price. As the sector reacts to the global energy shift, the company is under the microscope for its next steps.
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Microsoft Eyes 5,700 Job Cuts Next Week as MSFT Shares Rebound on Retail Optimism
July 1, 2026, 2:45 AM EDT. Microsoft is said to be preparing to cut about 2.5% of staff, or roughly 5,700 jobs, with most of the layoffs expected in the Xbox unit. The move could hit as soon as next week, just as the company rolls into its new fiscal year on July 1. Microsoft has already trimmed its workforce by 10% in earlier rounds. The company is acting with MSFT stock down 23% so far in 2026, the steepest decline since 2000, but sentiment on Stocktwits has held bullish. The cuts come as tech faces heavy spending, AI rivalry from Google, Anthropic and OpenAI, and Microsoft looks to cut costs with another round of restructuring.
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KPIT Technologies sinks 15% after dim FY27 view, JPMorgan cuts to Underweight
July 1, 2026, 2:33 AM EDT. KPIT Technologies shares tumbled more than 15% and hit their lower circuit after the company warned on Q1 FY27 profits. KPIT said Q2 revenue will likely stay flat. JPMorgan lowered its rating to ‘Underweight’ from ‘Neutral’ and slashed the target price to Rs 550 from Rs 700. The firm pointed to weaker spending from European auto makers, highlighting cuts at BMW and Volkswagen, and warned KPIT’s revenue could drop for a second year. JP Morgan flagged pressure on EBITDA and net margins, with little room for cost cuts in the near term. KPIT stock is down 54% this year, far behind the Nifty 50.
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Sensex Gains 160 Points as Indian Stocks Rebound; Nifty, Rupee Steady
July 1, 2026, 2:32 AM EDT. Stocks opened higher in India on July 1. The Sensex jumped 163 points to 76,642 and Nifty gained 50 to 23,916 after two days in the red. Titan, Infosys, Reliance, and Maruti led the move, while NTPC and SBI slipped. All Nifty sectors traded up, with Nifty Media ahead by more than 1%. The rupee stayed at 94.66 per USD. Gold dropped to a seven-month low on easing US-Iran peace hopes and fresh inflation risks. Brent crude held at $73.29 a barrel. Analyst Ajay Bagga said lower oil prices are good for India’s deficit and could help corporate margins, even as market volatility and geopolitical risks remain.
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Japan Moves to Defend Yen, Spends $74 Billion as Dollar Stays Strong
July 1, 2026, 2:31 AM EDT. Japan logged nearly $74 billion in currency intervention as the yen sank to a 40-year low against the dollar. The country’s latest move comes as the Bank of Japan raised rates to 1%, but that’s still nowhere near U.S. levels, and the dollar keeps the upper hand. Traders say Tokyo’s solo efforts face tough odds with the Fed sticking to higher rates. Some say a joint response with the U.S. might help, but the yen’s latest slide is more about the rallying dollar than doubt in Japan itself. The popular carry trade-borrowing yen to chase returns in the U.S.-adds to the pressure.
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Jefferies Starts MCX at Buy, Sees Shares Climbing 27% From Here
July 1, 2026, 2:28 AM EDT. Jefferies kicked off coverage on Multi Commodity Exchange of India Ltd (MCX) with a Buy rating and set a price target at Rs 3,600-27% above the current Rs 2,841. MCX, though just a fifth the size of NSE by individual equity derivative traders, almost monopolizes non-agri commodity contracts. Jefferies projects a 20% CAGR in revenue to Rs 400 billion by FY29 and expects 22% annual EPS growth, with margins hitting 73%. The firm points to more retail activity and new mini contracts ahead for India’s commodity derivatives market, where MCX already dominates. Shares trade at 46x FY27 P/E, below both U.S. and Asian comparables, so Jefferies sees the stock as undervalued for its growth.
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Diversified Energy buys back 328,781 shares, cuts float to 71.4M
July 1, 2026, 2:27 AM EDT. Diversified Energy Company (NYSE:DEC) bought 328,781 shares back on June 30, 2026, paying a volume-weighted average of $13.80 a share. The purchases were done between $13.57 and $13.89 as part of an ongoing repurchase that started March 20, 2025. After canceling these shares, shares outstanding fell to 71,378,584, with none in treasury. The stock went up roughly 2.8% on the news, even as main sector peers dropped. The par value is $0.01 a share.
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ICG plc adds 3,831 shares to LSE Main Market, brings total to 282.26 million
July 1, 2026, 2:26 AM EDT. ICG plc said it has admitted another 3,831 ordinary shares to trading on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange, taking total admitted shares to 282,260,661. The shares, ISIN GB00BYT1DJ19, are fungible with existing stock. ICG said the move is in line with FCA Prospectus Rules for admission to trading. The announcement covers shares admitted from June 8 to June 30, 2026. Chris Hunt and Andrew Lewis are available at ICG for questions, and Fiona Laffan handles media.
F88 Investment JSC Targets $59.3 Million in IPO Set for July 6
July 1, 2026, 2:13 AM EDT. F88 Investment JSC, backed by Mekong Capital, is looking to raise about $59.3 million in its upcoming initial public offering set for July 6. The financial services firm is aiming to grow its presence and tap sector growth with the deal.
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Securitize Set to List on NYSE as First Tokenization Pure-Play
July 1, 2026, 2:12 AM EDT. Securitize, a security tokenization firm, is set to begin trading on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) Thursday. The company will be the first pure-play tokenization name on the exchange. Tokenization converts rights in assets into digital tokens using blockchain. Securitize’s debut comes as investor demand for blockchain financial services grows and digital assets get a bigger place in capital markets.
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Abivax Pauses Trading in Paris Pending Update
July 1, 2026, 2:11 AM EDT. Abivax SA said trading in its ordinary shares was temporarily halted on Euronext Paris. The company did not give a reason or say how long the suspension will last. Abivax said the move is to keep trading fair and orderly. Investors were told to watch for more news from Abivax and Euronext.
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Sensex, Nifty edge up early as global cues, auto stocks push higher
July 1, 2026, 2:10 AM EDT. Sensex and Nifty bounced in early trade Wednesday, snapping a two-day losing streak as both global sentiment and strong demand for auto names like Mahindra & Mahindra and Maruti Suzuki India gave support. Sensex was up 182.42 points at 76,661.36, while Nifty added 49.90 points to 23,916.85. Asian markets-Japan’s Nikkei in front-moved up on AI-fueled tech momentum. Wall Street closed higher Tuesday, with record highs for the Dow and gains for both the Nasdaq and S&P 500. FIIs, though, still sold equities worth Rs 2,556.75 crore. Brent crude ticked up 0.40% to $73.24 a barrel.
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Miners Carry ASX200 as Other Sectors Slide; Australia's Gain Lags Wall Street, Nikkei
July 1, 2026, 2:09 AM EDT. The S&P/ASX200 ended the 2025/26 fiscal year up 2.8%, trailing the U.S. S&P500’s 20.9% jump and the Nikkei 225’s big 73% run. The materials sector jumped 48% led by miners like Elevra Lithium, which soared 327%, helping to balance out heavy declines in health care and tech-both down about 40%. Higher rates from the Reserve Bank of Australia and fallout from the U.S. strike on Iran put pressure on the market. Including dividends, the ASX200 returned 6.1%, still better than most deposits. Investors saw mixed results overall, with portfolios heavy in resources coming out ahead in a tough year.
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IHG Buys Back 65,000 Shares for Cancellation
July 1, 2026, 2:08 AM EDT. InterContinental Hotels Group (LON: IHG) has bought back 65,000 ordinary shares on 30 June 2026 through Goldman Sachs International, part of its ongoing buyback plan approved by shareholders at the 8 May 2025 AGM. Prices ranged from $170.55 to $174.60, averaging $172.81 per share. IHG will cancel these shares, bringing the outstanding total to 148,973,971 shares, not counting the 5,431,782 in treasury. Shares are being repurchased as part of IHG’s capital management.
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Greatland Resources lifts ore reserve 62%, lands $225M loan
July 1, 2026, 1:54 AM EDT. Greatland Resources ASX:GGP said its Group Ore Reserve jumped 62% to 5 million ounces of gold, mostly on drilling at Telfer’s West Dome Open Pit. The company picked up a US$225 million revolving credit facility, set for seven years, to fund working capital and Havieron work. With the loan, Greatland aims to keep funding options open at Telfer-Havieron. The reserve boost points to a long-life gold operation where capital discipline stays key. Analyst forecasts look for A$2.2 billion in revenue and A$526.2 million in earnings by 2029. They see a 26% share price upside, but warn on risks from turning resources into profitable ore on time and within the budget.
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DroneShield ASX:DRO Up as Ex-Naval Chief Joins Board; Analysts See Big Undervaluation
July 1, 2026, 1:53 AM EDT. DroneShield ASX:DRO climbed 3.86% to A$2.42 after naming retired Rear Admiral Lee Goddard CSC as Independent Non-Executive Director, bringing more defense and government experience. The stock is still down 28.6% in 30 days and 27.3% this year, even as three-year returns stay positive. Analysts see the shares at A$8.57, pointing to a 71.8% undervaluation if fast revenue growth, fatter profit margins, and more regular institutional deals come through as defense demand grows globally. The discount rate in use is 7.29%. Investors are watching order size and timing, as delays could hit revenue or margins and change that valuation story fast.
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Samsung Shares Jump, AI Storage Debut Boosts Demand Hopes
July 1, 2026, 1:52 AM EDT. Samsung Electronics (KOSE:A005930) shares climbed 461.8% in the past year, closing at ₩334,000. The tech giant’s UFS 5.0 storage launch for AI products is driving bets on steady demand. Some warn growth still depends on smartphone and XR device uptake. Samsung’s P/E is at 26.6x, above the tech sector’s 23.7x but far below its peer group’s 84.0x. Simply Wall St puts a fair P/E closer to 80.3x, so the stock might be cheap. The company’s valuation scores 4 out of 6 on Simply Wall St, showing mixed signals about its safety margin. Investors are trying to judge if the rally has priced in future gains or if there’s more upside left.
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Abivax Pauses Euronext Paris Trading for U.S. ADS Offering
July 1, 2026, 1:51 AM EDT. Abivax SA said it’s stopping trading of its ordinary shares on Euronext Paris starting July 1, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. CEST. The company asked for the halt as it launches a U.S. public offering of American Depositary Shares, each equal to one ordinary share. Abivax said the break gives it time to confirm allocations and set final pricing. Shares are expected to start changing hands again at about 3:30 p.m. CEST. Abivax is focused on immune treatments. Its main candidate, obefazimod (ABX464), is in Phase 3 testing for ulcerative colitis.
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Advit Jewels opens 37% above issue price on NSE, giving early investors solid returns
July 1, 2026, 1:39 AM EDT. Advit Jewels started trading on NSE with shares listing at a 37% premium to the issue price. That move gave standard lot holders a solid profit at debut. The jump signals strong demand for the stock on day one. Early IPO buyers saw gains as the stock drew interest at launch.
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Waterways Leisure opens 16% lower on NSE in soft debut
July 1, 2026, 1:38 AM EDT. Shares of Waterways Leisure Tourism, which runs Cordelia Cruises, started trading on BSE and NSE on July 1. The stock listed at Rs 681 on NSE, coming in 15.72% under the issue price of Rs 769-808. On BSE, shares opened at Rs 690, or 14.60% down. The Rs 585 crore IPO saw 1.46 times subscription, mostly from retail. Anchor investors brought in Rs 263.25 crore before the listing. Market cap after debut stood at Rs 4,995.22 crore. The weak open signals investors are hesitant in the current choppy market.
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Masco (MAS) Stock Trades Near DCF Value, Earnings Multiple Points to Possible Undervaluation
July 1, 2026, 1:37 AM EDT. Masco (MAS) shares are up 54.1% over five years and 23.5% in the last year, driven by profit growth and home improvement demand. The DCF model puts intrinsic value at $89 per share, about 8.8% above the current price, so it’s trading in line with its cash flow outlook. But at a P/E of 19.3 versus the Building industry’s 23.7, Masco looks undervalued on earnings. The company is mid-tier on financial health, but investors are weighing cash flow limits against the lower earnings multiple.
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European Small Caps Catch Insider Bids in July; CellaVision, Eurocell, Nederman in Focus
July 1, 2026, 1:36 AM EDT. European small-cap stocks are on investor watch in July as the STOXX Europe 600 Index holds steady and economic signals stay mixed. CellaVision, Eurocell, and Nederman Holding stand out, each trading well below estimated fair value and showing strong insider buying. At Telecom Plus, the £1.53 billion UK utility and telecom group, sales hit £1.94 billion and earnings climbed, even as debt stayed high and the company cut its dividend. Insiders kept buying shares. Bergman & Beving is also in the mix, running strong gross margins and a wide portfolio in safety tech and machinery. For July 2026, investors are picking over underpriced European small caps with insider buying and signs of better fundamentals.
Undervalued European Small Caps With Insid…
Sensex, Nifty Edge Up as Auto Leads, Rainfall Deficit Caps Gains
July 1, 2026, 1:22 AM EDT. The BSE Sensex added 181.28 points to 76,659.95 and NSE Nifty50 rose 49.90 points to 23,915.65, lifted by auto stocks but held back by a 40% rainfall deficit in June and a lack of progress in US-Iran talks. Sector action was mixed – Nifty Media up 1.63%, Nifty Metal down 0.72%. Among major Sensex players, Mahindra & Mahindra gained 2.05%, Titan added 1.44%. Bajaj Finserv lost 2.13%. Crude hovered near $73 a barrel, helping inflation views, but market tone turned cautious on geopolitics. Analysts pointed to monsoon deficiencies as an increasing drag on the farm sector and economy.
Sensex, Nifty open higher as auto stocks l…
Sensex, Nifty Jump at Open as Global Cues Lift Mood; Monsoon Drags on Sentiment
July 1, 2026, 1:21 AM EDT. Sensex and Nifty started Wednesday’s session up 0.28% each, getting a boost from strong global signals even as weak monsoon worries stuck around. Media, auto, consumer durables, FMCG, IT, realty, and pharma shares traded higher, with Nifty Media jumping more than 1%. On the flip side, metal, chemical, mid-small IT, and telecom stocks lost ground-Nifty Metal dropped 0.61%. Bajaj Finserv, Bajaj Finance, Hindalco and Tech Mahindra were among top losers on Nifty. Brent crude was up at $73.48 a barrel. Asian stocks moved unevenly, and the S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed higher overnight.
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Global M&A Hits New High in First Half 2026 as Mega-Deals Surge
July 1, 2026, 1:20 AM EDT. Global M&A reached a new record for the first half of 2026, with the number of $10 billion-plus deals jumping, according to London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) data. Companies are moving quickly on deals, helped by looser regulation. Boards worldwide are showing more confidence and pushing for bigger expansion with these large transactions.
Mega-deals fuel record M&A as boards dream…
Asian stocks mixed on Iran-US talks and swings in AI shares
July 1, 2026, 1:09 AM EDT. Asian equities showed a mixed pattern, with Japan’s Nikkei up 0.6% and South Korea’s Kospi dropping 1.8%. Investors are still watching for signs of progress on an Iran-US deal that might ease conflict around the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil route. Oil prices edged up while U.S. officials held talks in Qatar. On Wall Street, the S&P 500 added 0.8%, led by Nvidia and Microsoft even as traders remain cautious on high valuations and profit risks in AI names. The Dow set a fresh record and Treasury yields ticked higher. The dollar gained ground on the yen as talk of more Fed rate hikes kept pressure on the currency market. Markets remain volatile amid these geopolitical and sector developments.
Asian shares trade mixed as worries over I…
Sensex Sheds 10.3% in H1, Worst Start to Year Since 2020; Nifty Down 8.7% as IT Lags, FPIs Exit
July 1, 2026, 1:07 AM EDT. Sensex lost 10.3% in the first half, the sharpest drop for H1 since 2020. Nifty fell 8.7%, its biggest H1 slide since 2022, with both benchmarks hit by selling in tech and foreign outflows. The Nifty IT index tumbled 31%-its worst six months since 2003. Smallcaps and midcaps fared better, adding 6.5% and 2.2% on demand from retail buyers and cheaper valuations. FPIs pulled $29.3 billion from Indian stocks in H1 2026, mostly out of largecaps, while DIIs bought ₹4.63 trillion ($49 billion) and helped stem the slide. Analysts pointed to valuation gaps, geopolitical risk, US tariff concerns, oil prices, and a weak rupee as pressures.
Sensex Sees Worst H1 Since 2020
Coinbase (COIN) Valuation Called Rich Despite Three-Year Gains
July 1, 2026, 1:06 AM EDT. Coinbase Global (COIN) shares have fallen 56.4% over the past year but are still up 82.9% over three years. The stock trades at about 48.1x earnings, higher than the Capital Markets industry average at 39.9x, and much higher than peer levels at 24.8x. Simply Wall St pegs fair value on a P/E of 29.7x, suggesting Coinbase is too expensive against its earnings. New business lines like tokenized equities and regulated crypto derivatives could drive growth, but both face regulatory and market competition risks. On valuation, the stock doesn’t screen well on entry metrics. Investors are left questioning if the recent slide has gone far enough to bring value, or if COIN is still pricey with little room for mistakes.
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Ballard Power Systems (TSX:BLDP) Trades Well Above Industry After GeoPura Deal
July 1, 2026, 1:05 AM EDT. Ballard Power Systems (TSX:BLDP) jumped 153.7% in the past year after its US$515 million buyout of GeoPura, a hydrogen firm based in the UK. The company says the deal should grow its hydrogen offerings and add more recurring revenue. But the current 11.4x price-to-sales ratio stands out, with the sector averaging just 2.0x and the company’s own benchmark at 1.5x. Simply Wall St gives Ballard a low 1 out of 6 valuation score, citing high risks in business execution and continued losses. That leaves investors paying a steep premium, betting on big future gains from hydrogen.
Ballard Power Systems (TSX:BLDP) Stock Loo…
Sensex Opens Up 160 Points After Losing Streak; Titan, Infosys Lead Gains
July 1, 2026, 1:04 AM EDT. Indian stocks opened higher on July 1 after two days of losses. The Sensex rose 163 points to 76,642 and Nifty was up 50 points at 23,916. Titan, Infosys, and Reliance led the way. Nifty Media jumped more than 1%. US-Iran tensions and weak monsoon progress linger, but sentiment improved. Oil slipped to $73.29 a barrel, easing inflation worries and helping margin outlooks. The rupee traded steady at 94.66 to the dollar. Ajay Bagga said there’s a macro switch, pointing to lower geopolitical risks and India’s market adjusting while US stocks stay strong.
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Australia Consumer Sector Reacts to Wage, Tax Moves
July 1, 2026, 1:03 AM EDT. Australia’s Consumer Discretionary sector is dealing with changes from higher minimum pay, new income tax cuts, and more rules hitting supermarkets and property. Auction Technology Group LSE:ATG is in focus, running online auction sites in the UK, US, and Germany but still making losses and leaning on debt. The company is pushing value-added tools like atgShip and atgPay, but faces execution risks. Aftermarket truck and bus parts company Supply Network (ASX:SNL), valued at A$1.4 billion, is also exposed as wage and tax policies shift. The new rules are set to shift both consumer spending and company costs, opening risks and chances for investors in the sector.
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Advit Jewels (NSE: ADVIT) jumps 37% in debut after heavy IPO demand
July 1, 2026, 1:02 AM EDT. Shares of Advit Jewels Ltd started trade at ₹188.90 on NSE, up 36.88% from its ₹138 IPO price. The ₹165.16 crore IPO saw bids 212 times the issue size, with non-institutional buyers in for 536 times and QIBs at 175 times. Advit brought in ₹49.52 crore from anchor investors before listing. Money from the IPO will go to repay ₹65 crore of debt, meet working capital, and for general corporate uses. The company, listed under ‘Rambhajo,’ makes handcrafted jewellery including Kundan, Polki, and diamond work.
Advit Jewels stock debuts at 37% premium o…
Sensex, Nifty Bounce Back on Auto Stocks; FIIs Still Net Sellers
July 1, 2026, 1:01 AM EDT. Indian shares opened higher, with both Sensex and Nifty climbing after two days of losses, helped by gains in auto stocks and firm global cues. Asian markets were mixed. FIIs kept up their net selling but Brent crude rose, which also supported equities. Buying was steady, but traders stayed wary with outside pressures still in play.
Markets rebound in early trade after two d…
Regenerative Ag Push Lifts G Mining, GoGold; Food Majors Test Wheat
July 1, 2026, 12:49 AM EDT. Regenerative agriculture moving mainstream is starting to move public food and mining stocks. In the UK, retailers like Waitrose and Tesco are working with Wildfarmed wheat, while Nestlé is running a KitKat test with regenerative wheat. Mining names tied to land use, like G Mining Ventures (TSX:GMIN), are in focus; the Quebec-based gold company sits at CA$9.8 billion market cap and pulls in revenue from its Tocantinzinho project. G Mining is spending big on Brazil, weighing on cash flow even as it touts sustainability. GoGold Resources (TSX:GGD), a CA$1.39 billion precious metals player in Mexico, is seeing profit jump from its silver, gold, and copper mines, posting margins close to 45%. Investors are watching these stocks as they try to fold sustainability into day-to-day numbers and keep funding steady.
West Fraser Stock And 2 Resource Shares Ti…
Perpetual Jumps Before Halt as Takeover Approach Lands
July 1, 2026, 12:48 AM EDT. Perpetual Ltd shares shot higher before the stock was halted after the company said it got a takeover approach. The halt gives the firm time to look at the bid and keeps things fair for investors. Perpetual’s stock has seen more trading lately on buyout speculation.
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Most Public Credit Funds Losing Money as Costs Jump, Asset Values Drop
July 1, 2026, 12:46 AM EDT. Reuters found most publicly traded business development companies (BDCs) are now unprofitable, with falling asset values and higher costs hitting the sector. The numbers point to rising pressure for these leveraged credit funds.
In a warning sign, analysis shows publicly…
Advit Jewels Starts Trading Strong, Opens Up 36% Over Issue Price
July 1, 2026, 12:45 AM EDT. Advit Jewels shares began trading at ₹188.90 on NSE, up 36.88% from the IPO price of ₹138. The stock listed with about a 37% premium on BSE as well as buyers crowded in on debut.
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Air Canada TSX:AC slips 52%, long-term investors eye value
July 1, 2026, 12:29 AM EDT. Air Canada TSX:AC stock has lost more than half its value, down 52%, but is still trading at a trailing P/E of 10.1. The airline has made cuts and boosted operational efficiency, keeping its balance sheet stable. Jet fuel prices have dropped as U.S.-Iran tensions ease, while bookings for summer travel look strong. Air Canada has added free WiFi and more Aeroplan perks to try to gain share. The sector is still volatile, and investors looking to buy on weakness need patience and regular reviews. The recent drop could give long-term investors a shot at a better entry.
This TSX Stock is Down 52% and Still Worth…
Advit Jewels jumps 37% over IPO price in NSE, matches grey market buzz
July 1, 2026, 12:28 AM EDT. Shares of Advit Jewels started trading on the NSE at Rs 188.90 on July 1, opening 37% higher than the IPO price. The issue, set in a Rs 130-138 range, saw strong demand with 212.63 times subscription. Shares began at Rs 187 on the BSE, a 35.5% premium to the offer. The company’s market cap after listing stood at Rs 856.65 crore. The debut was in line with grey market talk, which projected around a 35% premium. The response cut across investor groups, signalling positive sentiment around Advit Jewels.
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PicS N.V. (NASDAQ: PICS) Hit With Class Action Over IPO Disclosures
July 1, 2026, 12:13 AM EDT. Investors in PicS N.V. (NASDAQ: PICS) have launched a securities fraud class action, alleging misstatements and omissions in IPO filings from January 30, 2026. The lawsuit says PicS didn’t disclose holes in its credit evaluation procedures, shifted big credit exposures resulting in an $88 million charge, and failed to report a rise in credit risk. The action is in the Southern District of New York. Investors have until August 4, 2026, to move for lead plaintiff. Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check LLP is handling the case and urging impacted investors to look into potential recovery.
PicS N.V. (NASDAQ: PICS) Investors Have Op…
SpaceX Set to Enter Nasdaq-100, Index Funds Face $4.3 Billion Buy
July 1, 2026, 12:11 AM EDT. SpaceX is moving into the Nasdaq-100 on July 7 after raising $85.7 billion in the biggest IPO to date. Funds that track the Nasdaq-100 will have to buy around $4.3 billion of SpaceX stock to match the index. The name gets in just 15 trading days after the IPO because Nasdaq let its rules loosen for quicker entry. SpaceX joins without knocking anyone out, pushing the member count above 100 for now. Even with its $2 trillion value, SpaceX’s slice of the Nasdaq-100 will be less than 1% at the start under the index’s weighting method. For investors in Nasdaq-100 funds, the change means indirect exposure to SpaceX, though the effect on portfolios stays small outside the short-lived buy surge.
SpaceX Joins the Nasdaq-100 on July 7. Wha…
Tesla (TSLA) Trades Above Industry Averages as Investors Weigh Valuation and Growth Bets
June 30, 2026, 11:55 PM EDT. Tesla is trading at $420.60, up 91.3% over five years, but some numbers point to a stretched valuation. Its price-to-sales (P/S) ratio sits at 16.1x, well above the industry’s 0.6x and peers at 1.4x. A separate fair value model comes in at 3.5x. Simply Wall St gives Tesla zero on its valuation checks, saying the stock doesn’t stack up by earnings, assets, or cash flow. Bulls keep faith in Tesla’s AI, robotics, and energy plans, supporting the high price, but there are worries about Full Self Driving and regulatory issues. The big question is whether Tesla’s share price already bakes in its ambitious AI and energy goals or if investors have more to price in.
Tesla (TSLA) Stock May Be Overvalued After…
Banks Drop, Supermarkets Slide as Australian Shares Fall for Seventh Straight Day
June 30, 2026, 11:54 PM EDT. The S&P/ASX200 fell 0.55% to 8,730.1 on Wednesday, its seventh down session in a row. Major banks led the declines, with ANZ off 3%, its biggest slide since March 4. NAB, CBA, and Westpac lost ground too. Coles sank 5.8%, the most in four months, as the grocer considers buying pet insurer Greencross. Woolworths dropped 2.2%. Objective Corp shares crashed 46.2% after missing out on an Australian defence deal. South32 rose 10.3% after selling its aluminium assets to Alcoa for $8 billion. The Australian dollar firmed to 68.92 US cents.
Banks and supermarkets drag Australian sha…
Pacific Current Group Tells ASX About Progress on Buy-Back Plan
June 30, 2026, 11:38 PM EDT. Pacific Current Group Ltd (ASX: PAC) gave an update to the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) on its on-market share buy-back program. The company is buying back its shares on market. Pacific Current is aiming to boost shareholder value through capital management. The announcement may affect stock liquidity and price. Investors can watch ASX announcements for more detail on the buy-back.
Pacific Current Updates ASX on Ongoing On-…
JD Vance reports up to $7.4 million in 2023 income, most from book royalties
June 30, 2026, 11:22 PM EDT. Vice President JD Vance took in up to $7.4 million last year, with most of that coming from book royalties, his new financial disclosure shows. Vance lists assets such as crypto and real estate, pointing to a mix of holdings beyond his income streams. Book royalty payments make up a big share of his total reported earnings.
Vance Earned Up to $7.4 Million Last Year,…
Indian Stocks to Open Higher With Iran Tension Still in Focus
June 30, 2026, 11:21 PM EDT. Indian shares look set for gains on Wednesday after two days down. Traders are still wary though, with U.S.-Iran talks going nowhere. The stalemate keeps sentiment fragile, even as stocks try to recover.
Indian shares likely to open higher, but c…
ASX Midday: Healthcare moves higher, consumer staples fall
June 30, 2026, 11:20 PM EDT. Healthcare stocks on the ASX rose more than 1% at midday, with CSL gaining close to 3%. Consumer staples dropped almost 3% as Woolworths Group shares lagged. The split shows investors rotating between the two sectors during choppy trading.
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Nifty Eyes 24,000 as Global Markets Lean Higher
June 30, 2026, 11:04 PM EDT. Nifty could try for 24,000 after positive sessions in US markets, but global cues are still mixed. Wall Street ended Tuesday with gains-Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq added 0.2% to 1.5%. Dow and S&P 500 are up about 9% so far this year, Nasdaq leads with a 13% jump. GIFT Nifty hints at a subdued start for Indian shares. Geopolitical risks weigh on trade, with US Vice President JD Vance calling the next few weeks critical for US-Iran dynamics. Qatar said only technical-level talks are happening, not high-level meetings between the US and Iran. Investor caution stays high with geopolitical tensions in focus.
Can Nifty reclaim 24,000 amid positive glo…
ASX Penny Stocks: Euroz Hartleys Group, Southern Cross, Wiseway Among Picks as Market Holds Steady
June 30, 2026, 11:01 PM EDT. The ASX hovered close to 8,780 points as names like Euroz Hartleys Group Ltd (A$210.01 million market cap), Southern Cross Electrical Engineering Ltd (A$1.29 billion), and Wiseway Group Ltd drew attention for their potential. Euroz Hartleys runs a debt-free balance sheet and posted 67.1% earnings growth, but long-term earnings are still sliding. Southern Cross brought in A$150 million through equity but struggles with low returns and recent losses. All three stocks are trading under estimated fair value, pointing to possible investment opportunities for small-cap hunters focused on Australian names with strong underlying numbers.
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Futures Edge Down as Dow's Best H1 Since 2019 Wraps, Markets Wait for Warsh's ECB Remarks
June 30, 2026, 10:49 PM EDT. Stock futures slipped after a strong first half. The Dow finished H1 with an 8.85% gain, its best run in five years. S&P 500 and Nasdaq rose 9.55% and 12.79%. Russell 2000 jumped 21.86%, best H1 for small caps since 1991. Traders watched U.S.-Iran tensions and waited for Fed chair Kevin Warsh’s comments at the ECB Forum. On Tuesday, Nasdaq led with a 1.52% gain, S&P added 0.79%, Dow up 0.26%. Oil futures rose as U.S. and Iran talked, but ETFs like SPY, QQQ and DIA traded down overnight.
Dow, S&P 500 Futures, Nasdaq Ease After Hi…
InnSuites Hospitality Trust Gets NYSE American Notice Over Equity Shortfall, Eyes Fix by 2027
June 30, 2026, 10:48 PM EDT. InnSuites Hospitality Trust (NYSE American: IHT) said it got a notice from NYSE American saying the company is out of compliance. The written notice cites a stockholders’ deficit of about $921,921 as of April 30, 2026, falling short of exchange standards after reporting losses in two of the past three years to January 31, 2026. The exchange wants companies in this position to have at least $2 million in equity. InnSuites said it will send a compliance plan by July 24, 2026, with a target to bring equity up by $3.0-$3.3 million by December 24, 2027. Plans include converting equity, restructuring capital, cutting costs, and looking at options like a reverse merger. Company said all these require approvals and market conditions to line up, and there is no assurance it can regain compliance or keep its listing.
INNSUITES HOSPITALITY TRUST ANNOUNCES NYSE…
GIFT Nifty points to stronger start; US-Iran worries linger
June 30, 2026, 10:47 PM EDT. The GIFT Nifty is signaling a higher open for Indian shares, set to clear Tuesday’s close. But with US-Iran geopolitical tensions persisting and foreign capital outflows in focus, investors are keeping to the sidelines. Market participants are weighing the better start against the drag from global risks.
Indian Stocks Look Set To Open Higher, But…
Swift TV (ASX:STV) gets 1,900 more device orders from Chevron, boosting presence at sites
June 30, 2026, 10:33 PM EDT. Swift TV (ASX:STV) landed another order for 1,900 devices from Chevron, bringing the total at Chevron locations up to about 3,900 units. The latest deal covers Barrow Island and Wheatstone Offshore. Swift says the order will swap out old Swift systems and sees it as a key win for its commercial business. Chevron’s repeat order puts Swift TV’s platform past just certification and shows it is running at enterprise scale. The service, which went commercial in May 2026, has rolled out quickly in oil and gas camp settings. Chevron now uses Swift TV as its corporate standard, which Swift says could help attract more big resource firms.
Swift TV (ASX:STV) lands 1,900 more Chevro…
Lime Sets IPO Price at $25 a Share, Backed by Uber
June 30, 2026, 10:32 PM EDT. Lime, which counts Uber as a backer, priced its U.S. IPO at $25 per share, Bloomberg News reported Tuesday. The price lands at the middle of its target range, according to someone familiar with the deal. The offering puts the micromobility company on track to trade publicly as it looks to bring in new funds for growth and operations.
Uber-backed Lime prices IPO at $25 per sha…
Micron (MU) edges up as investors track fresh moves
June 30, 2026, 10:31 PM EDT. Micron Technology (MU) stock ticked up 1.12% on June 28, 2026, after new updates caught investor eyes. The chipmaker is still under scrutiny while the sector shifts. Analyst Parkev Tatevosian, CFA, with The Motley Fool, gave his take but doesn’t own Micron. The Motley Fool owns shares and makes its holdings public. Micron keeps drawing attention as the chip market moves.
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Whitecap Resources TSX:WCP holds 4.8% yield with monthly dividend
June 30, 2026, 10:19 PM EDT. Whitecap Resources TSX:WCP is paying a 4.8% dividend yield with monthly distributions. The Canadian energy firm has returned more than $3.2 billion to shareholders since 2013. Management pointed to strong operational cash flow and stability through commodity swings. The Veren deal added scale and pushed quarterly funds flow over $1 billion. Q1 output averaged 391,416 barrels of oil equivalent per day, ahead of guidance, helped by steady well results and solid operations. Whitecap continues to focus on capital discipline and a mix of assets to keep up its monthly dividend through various market conditions.
A 4.8% Dividend Stock Paying Cash Every Mo…
Australian Shares Fall Again as RBA Flags Inflation Risks, Global Sentiment Hits Markets
June 30, 2026, 10:18 PM EDT. Australian shares slipped 26 points, or 0.3%, to 8,751 to start July, logging a second straight session in the red. Retail, manufacturing and utilities stocks pulled the index down. The Reserve Bank’s June minutes said inflation was still above its 2-3% goal and left open the chance of more rate rises. Local industry conditions stayed tight last month on cost pressures and uncertainty. U.S. futures were lower after a strong quarter for Wall Street, hit by chip stock swings and Middle East tensions. Major Australian banks dropped 0.6% to 1.7%. Coles Group tumbled 6.7%, Greatland Resources fell 4.7%, Whitehaven Coal lost 2.8%, and Ampol was down 1.1%.
Australia Shares Fall Again as July Opens
Lime Pulls In $167 Million From IPO at $25 a Share
June 30, 2026, 10:17 PM EDT. Lime brought in $167 million from its IPO, setting the share price at $25. The bike and scooter operator is backed by Uber. The offering was led by Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, and Jefferies. Lime is trying to build out its micro-mobility business as it faces tough competition and more regulations in city transport.
Uber-backed Lime raises $167mn in bike and…
Danika Mason Says She's Expecting First Child With Liam Knight
June 30, 2026, 9:57 PM EDT. Danika Mason, sport presenter on the Today show, said she is expecting her first child, a girl due in December. Mason and partner Liam Knight, former rugby league player, are looking forward to the new addition. Knight came back to Australia after playing in the UK so he could be with Mason. She has talked about her experience so far, from morning sickness to food cravings, drawing support from friends and colleagues. The couple confirmed their relationship in 2024 and got engaged while on a trip to Italy. The announcement drew congratulations from across the media and sports world.
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Coles Talks With TPG Over Greencross Pet Deal; Shares Slip
June 30, 2026, 9:43 PM EDT. Coles Group said it’s in talks with private equity firm TPG about buying Greencross Pet Wellness, a top player in pet care. The announcement knocked Coles’ stock down to its lowest point in two weeks. Investors showed caution on the plan, as Coles looks to push further into pet health and away from its core retail offering. Details are still scarce and the market is waiting for more information.
Coles in talks with US-based TPG to buy Gr…
Australia Stocks Dip, Banks Fall; South32 Gains on Alcoa Sale
June 30, 2026, 9:42 PM EDT. Australian stocks slipped on the first day of the financial year, with big banks weighing on the S&P/ASX 200. South32 jumped after it agreed to sell assets to Alcoa. The main index drifted lower as lenders came under pressure from interest rate worries and regulatory issues. Investors watched sectors for direction as economic uncertainty lingered. The South32-Alcoa deal added rare support for the session and shows more moves among mining companies.
Australia shares inch lower as banks drag;…
Air Canada TSX:AC drops 52% but long-term case stays
June 30, 2026, 9:09 PM EDT. Air Canada TSX:AC has dropped more than 52%, putting the stock on watch for bargain hunters who see a longer runway. The airline put up a strong quarter, is cutting costs, and demand is picking up again as summer comes in. Fuel prices have started to ease thanks in part to U.S.-Iran news, helping margins. The stock trades at a trailing P/E of 10.1, which offers value while the sector stays rough. Investors looking to average down and ride out a tough patch may find the ongoing turnaround and better operations worth the wait.
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Lime Prices IPO at $25 a Share with Uber as Key Backer
June 30, 2026, 9:08 PM EDT. Neutron Holdings Inc., or Lime, set its IPO price at $25 per share, landing in the middle of the marketed range, a source said. That price puts the spotlight on Lime’s valuation as it seeks to benefit from rising interest in micro-mobility. Uber Technologies backs Lime, which runs e-scooter and bike rentals. The pricing points to consistent demand for city transport plays, even as markets swing.
Uber-Backed Lime, Investors Said to Price …
Strategy moves to shore up capital as Bitcoin plunge weighs on shares
June 30, 2026, 8:57 PM EDT. Strategy is rolling out a fresh capital plan to address investor worries about a ‘death spiral’ after Bitcoin slid under $60,000 and its own shares lost 70%. The company is offering buybacks of up to $1 billion each for MSTR and STRC, raising the STRC dividend by 12%, and bumping its cash buffer to $2.55 billion. It might unload as much as $1.25 billion in Bitcoin if needed to cover obligations. STRC and MSTR shares jumped more than 12% after hours. STRC, the company’s perpetual preferred stock tied to Bitcoin, pays a yield but leans heavily on investor interest holding up. Analysts are still wary, pointing to the risk from Bitcoin’s swings and liquidity. CEO Michael Saylor has been closely involved in shaping what’s become an unusual capital structure now facing heavy market pressure.
Has Strategy’s capital overhaul put an end…
Spectur Insiders Take Profit While Stock Rises 25%
June 30, 2026, 8:56 PM EDT. Insiders at Spectur Limited (ASX:SP3) sold shares worth AU$628,000 over the past year, averaging AU$0.028 a share, above today’s AU$0.015 stock price, even as the stock jumped 25%. Director Santo Carlini sold the most, offloading 22.11 million shares. Insiders still hold 27% of the company, about AU$1.7 million in value, so they remain exposed. There’s been little new insider activity lately. Investors might want to pay attention to risks, including two warning signs highlighted by the company. Insider selling and the company’s position may need a closer look.
Spectur Insiders Forfeit On 25% Gains Afte…
Cadrenal Therapeutics (CVKD) Prices $8.8M Private Placement on Nasdaq
June 30, 2026, 8:54 PM EDT. Cadrenal Therapeutics Inc. (Nasdaq: CVKD) is raising $3 million in a private placement, with another $5.8 million tied to warrant exercise for a possible $8.8 million total. The deal covers 960,000 common shares plus series C-1 and C-2 warrants at $3.125 a share. Cadrenal plans to use the funds to extend its cash runway through early 2027, or mid-2027 if all warrants are taken, to develop therapies for Kawasaki Disease and related immune and thrombotic conditions. The placement is being done in line with Nasdaq at-the-market regulations. H.C. Wainwright & Co. is placement agent. Closing is expected by July 1, pending conditions.
Cadrenal Therapeutics Announces up to $8.8…
Grab Stock, Snap and Other Penny Stocks With Balance Sheet Strength On Watch
June 30, 2026, 8:52 PM EDT. Traders are keeping tabs on Finance Fit Penny Stocks under $5, looking for names with steady balance sheets while inflation and rate outlooks stay murky. Grab Holdings (GRAB) is at the front, a Southeast Asian superapp in deliveries, mobility and financial services, with a $15.3 billion market value and a 10.7% net margin that suggests profits and more room to grow-though funding risk hangs over it. Snap (SNAP) is another one to watch, a global tech group worth $7.3 billion, growing into AR and AI-driven ad products, with an eye toward stronger monetization. These stocks bring growth angles with balance sheets investors want in choppy markets.
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Marvell Faces Big AI Bet as Forecast Hinges on Single Customer
June 30, 2026, 8:48 PM EDT. Marvell Technology (MRVL) is banking on its custom silicon business to more than double by fiscal 2028, fueling a planned 45% jump in total revenue. Most of that growth comes down to one new XPU program tied to a single customer. Delays or problems with the rollout of this semiconductor project could hit results hard. The shares now fetch a price-to-sales ratio of 27, a level that shows the market expects perfect delivery. Any stumble could mean lost sales and a much lower multiple, even if other units keep growing. Marvell holders have to consider the risk of so much riding on one AI infrastructure play.
Marvell Stock And The High-Stakes Forecast…
Trump Family Nets Billion-Dollar Windfall in 2025 Disclosure
June 30, 2026, 8:47 PM EDT. The Trump family’s 2025 financial disclosure shows a billion-dollar windfall, with much of it coming from President Trump’s cryptocurrency ventures. The crypto investments lifted the family’s wealth after Trump’s return to the White House. The filing offers a rare look at what presidential crypto holdings did for the finances, showing substantial gains in a sector known for its swings.
Trump Had a Billion-Dollar Windfall After …
Steel Producers Ternium (TX), L.B. Foster (FSTR) Stand Out as Sector Rebounds
June 30, 2026, 8:46 PM EDT. Steel stocks are moving higher as government infrastructure spending and supply chain improvements feed demand. Ternium (TX) trades at 8X forward earnings, has a near 6% yield, and expects EPS to jump 138% in FY27 and 19% in FY28. The company’s integrated setup, solid cash flow, and focus on nearshoring also help. L.B. Foster (FSTR), which supplies steel products to North American rail and infrastructure, gains from federal spending and stronger margins on value-added products. Both names bring a mix of value, yield, and growth potential for investors watching the cyclical steel space.
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Tandem Diabetes (TNDM) Slides as Founder’s Modular Medical Launches Insulin Patch Pump
June 30, 2026, 8:44 PM EDT. Tandem Diabetes Care (NASDAQ:TNDM) shares fell 2.5% after Modular Medical-run by Tandem’s original founder Paul DiPerna-said it has started patient use for its Pivot tubeless insulin patch pump. The launch pushes Modular into a crowded field and targets insulin users who still rely on daily injections, raising worries about fresh competition. Tandem later clawed back some of the loss, finishing at $15.43. The stock is down 28.4% in 2024 and still trades well off its 52-week peak, down 45.4%. Analysts have ticked the name higher recently, pointing to better pharmacy channel trends and signs of sales recovery. The market is taking the new threat seriously, but not seeing it as a game-changer yet.
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Cotton Moves Up Even as USDA Acreage Tops Forecasts
June 30, 2026, 8:43 PM EDT. Cotton futures finished Monday higher. July 2026 contracts gained 22 points to close at 72.22 cents per pound. The USDA’s June Acreage report put plantings at 9.85 million acres, above trade ideas of 9.6 million. Crop conditions slipped, with only 48% rated good or excellent. There was little action reported on The Seam and ICE certified stocks stayed flat at 185,034 bales. The Adjusted World Price jumped 151 points last week to 63.88 cents a pound, helping support the market. Crude oil eased to $69.83 a barrel. The US dollar index firmed to 100.995.
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Corn Futures Climb After USDA Reports Lower-Than-Expected Stocks
June 30, 2026, 8:42 PM EDT. Corn futures stayed higher as NASS said U.S. farmers planted 95.343 million acres this year, a bit more than forecasts. Corn stocks as of June 1 were 5.295 billion bushels, about 120 million under what traders expected, pointing to tighter supplies. July corn settled up 10 3/4 cents at $4.12 3/4. Crop progress data showed 9% of the crop is silking, moving ahead of the average. Condition ratings edged down to 67% good to excellent, with some regional splits. Canadian corn acres for 2026 are up 4.8% from last year, now at 3.963 million. These numbers point to tighter supply helping corn prices as demand holds around steady.
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Lean Hogs Edge Up; USDA Prices, Supply Offer Mixed Read
June 30, 2026, 8:41 PM EDT. Lean hog futures added 47 to 92 cents in front months Tuesday, but deferreds slipped 32 to 47 cents. The USDA put the national base hog price at $97.58, while the CME Lean Hog Index slipped 14 cents to $91.41 for June 26. Pork cutout value from the USDA was down $2.17 to $95.49 as only the picnic primal moved higher. USDA said 479,000 head were slaughtered federally Tuesday, 11,000 below last week. July 26 hogs settled at $94.33, up 50 cents, with August 26 up 92.5 cents to $98.20. Market sentiment stayed mixed as traders weighed supply and price data.
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Live Cattle Futures Slip Again as June Contracts Expire
June 30, 2026, 8:40 PM EDT. Live cattle futures fell 57 cents to $1.22 per pound, with June futures ending at $258.20 on expiration. Feeder cattle contracts were also lower, down $2.87 to $3.22, as the CME Feeder Cattle Index lost $2.52 to $377.40. Wholesale boxed beef prices showed mixed moves: Choice boxes added $1.72 to hit $393.16, while Select dropped $2.50 to $371.68. USDA pegged Tuesday’s slaughter at 110,000 head, off 24,022 from a year ago. The US pasture rating ticked up to 34% good/excellent. Traders noted quiet tone in the market with softer cash trade and updated slaughter counts.
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Soybeans End June Up Even as Stocks, Acreage Rise
June 30, 2026, 8:39 PM EDT. Soybean futures finished June higher, shrugging off bigger stocks and larger planted acreage numbers as firmer cash prices helped lift the market. USDA said spring soybean acreage hit 85.36 million, a bit above forecasts and up from March. June 1 stocks reached 1.061 billion bushels, also above what analysts were expecting. Soymeal held near steady, but soybean oil slipped on news of more Canadian canola acres. Crop progress showed 96% emergence, 4% pod setting. Some regions saw crops slip in condition, while others improved. Canadian soybean acreage went up 3.1%, canola jumped 8.4%. Traders are watching for the May crush report for demand signs. July soybeans ended the month at $11.16 3/4, up 8 cents, as support keeps holding up even with the changing supply picture.
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GE Power India (NSE:GVPIL) EPS Jumps, Margins Improve
June 30, 2026, 8:38 PM EDT. GE Power India said EPS moved up sharply to ₹47.95 from ₹5.01 in the last year. EBIT margin increased to 21% from negative 1.1%. Revenue also rose. CEO pay came in at ₹33 million, sitting below the industry median. GE Power India is drawing interest from investors hunting for profit growth in energy, even as market risks remain.
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Wheat Futures Jump as USDA Cuts Acreage, Export Sales Booked
June 30, 2026, 8:37 PM EDT. Wheat futures moved higher on U.S. exchanges after the USDA issued acreage and export data. The agency put total wheat area at 42.74 million acres, below what traders expected, as winter wheat dropped to 31.52 million. Export figures showed a 100,000 metric tonne Hard Red Spring wheat sale to Nigeria. June 1 Grain Stocks hit 920 million bushels, coming in under forecasts but up from last year. The crop report said 48% of winter wheat is now harvested, running ahead of average, with spring wheat conditions improving. Canada’s wheat acreage dropped 5.9%. South Korea’s millers bought 100,000 tonnes of U.S. wheat. Contracts for CBOT, KC HRW, and MPLS ended the session up, with bulls in control.
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ASX Seen Higher on US-Iran Talks; South32 Sells Aluminum Unit to Alcoa for $5.6B
June 30, 2026, 8:36 PM EDT. ASX is set to open higher, with oil prices holding steady and investors watching US-Iran talks in Doha. Wall Street rallied overnight, with the S&P 500 up 0.8%, Nasdaq climbing 1.5%, and the Dow rising 0.3%. Manufacturing in Australia picked up a bit in June, but supply chain snags and local instability remain. Home prices posted their steepest fall since December 2022. South32 has agreed to sell its aluminum operations to Alcoa in a deal worth up to $5.6 billion. The ACCC raised concerns over Coles Group’s planned new supermarket lease in WA. On Tuesday, the ASX finished 0.5% lower at 8,778.70.
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Russell 2000 Outfront for First Half; Palantir Slumps, General Mills on Deck
June 30, 2026, 8:22 PM EDT. Russell 2000 led indexes in 2026, up almost 22% year-to-date. Nasdaq 100 followed with a 20% gain. Applied Materials, backed by Morgan Stanley, jumped 180%. Lam Research rose 153%, Hut8 added 151%. Palantir shares have fallen 43% from November highs, though 21 analysts have buy or overweight ratings. Its price target average sits 60% above current levels. Palantir’s recent deal with Nvidia focuses on strengthening AI for U.S. government contracts. General Mills reports Wednesday-shares are off 33% for the past year but the stock now yields 7% dividend. Traders are watching for ADP jobs numbers at 8:15 a.m. ET, with estimates around 110,000 new jobs, which could move markets next session.
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WIX Slides After Elementor Cuts Staff; Volatility Stays High
June 30, 2026, 8:21 PM EDT. Wix NASDAQ:WIX shares dropped 2.2% after Elementor said it will cut 30% of its workforce, hitting sentiment around website builders. The news pushed Wix down to $45.19, off 2% from the last close. Investors are watching layoffs at competitors, worried about the sector. Wix keeps swinging, with 34 moves over 5% in the last year. Price action stays tied to shifts in software sentiment and some relief off lower U.S.-Iran tensions. The stock is down 55.2% for the year and trades 75.5% below its 52-week high as investors stay wary.
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Asia Has Tech Power but Still Trails U.S. in Mega-IPOs Like SpaceX
June 30, 2026, 8:20 PM EDT. Asia has strong tech and big home markets, but struggles to produce mega-IPOs like U.S. names such as SpaceX. Tighter listing rules, shallow patient capital, and lower multiples in China, Korea, Hong Kong and India limit big public debuts. ChangXin Memory Technologies in China is going for a $4.3 billion IPO. Jio Platforms in India targets a $120 billion valuation. Both fall far short of SpaceX’s $1.77 trillion debut. Lots of Asian firms look to U.S. exchanges for bigger capital and valuations. Less private equity and market restrictions also get the blame, even with strong chip, EV and automation industries in Asia. These hurdles keep Asian companies from reaching mega-cap IPO scale.
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Equinix (EQIX) drops 3.94% before earnings as stock lags market
June 30, 2026, 8:13 PM EDT. Equinix (EQIX) fell 3.94% to $1,042.39 while the wider S&P 500, Dow, and Nasdaq all gained. The stock beat Finance sector peers over the last month, up 3.27%. Now traders look to Equinix’s earnings, where Wall Street expects EPS to rise 13.52% to $11.25 and revenue to climb 14.82% to $2.59 billion. Full-year forecasts call for 12% EPS and 11.09% revenue growth. EQIX trades at a forward P/E of 25.28, higher than the industry’s 15.54, but has a PEG ratio below the sector average. Equinix carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) with analysts still positive even as the sector faces headwinds.
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Trane Technologies (TT) jumps as earnings outlook lifts shares
June 30, 2026, 8:12 PM EDT. Trane Technologies (TT) climbed 2.25% to $491.16, outpacing the S&P 500’s 0.79% move. TT is up 7.11% over the last month, while Business Services slipped 0.14%. Wall Street is looking for quarterly earnings of $4.27 a share, up 10.05% from a year ago, on revenue of $6.16 billion, up 7.22%. Full-year forecasts peg EPS at $14.83 and revenue at $23.25 billion, gains of 13.55% and 9.05%. TT carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) and trades at a 32.39 forward P/E, a premium to Technology Services’ 17.1 average. The PEG ratio is higher at 2.22, but hopes for near-term earnings are keeping investors positive.
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Freshpet (FRPT) Falls as S&P 500 Climbs; Earnings in Focus
June 30, 2026, 8:11 PM EDT. Freshpet (FRPT) dropped 2.51% to close at $59.12, while the S&P 500 gained 0.79%. Even with the slide, shares are still up 22.7% for the month, ahead of the Consumer Staples sector’s 3.46% climb. Investors are watching for earnings, with the street looking for $0.21 a share, down 36.36% from last year, and revenue of $292.7 million, up 10.58%. For the year, estimates call for $1.76 a share and $1.21 billion in revenue. The stock trades at a forward P/E of 34.55, well above the 14.28 industry average. Zacks puts Freshpet at a #3 (Hold) with the Consumer Staples sector ranked at 198 out of 250 industries, reflecting mixed views from analysts.
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Griffon (GFF) beats the market as earnings in focus
June 30, 2026, 8:10 PM EDT. Griffon (GFF) shares finished at $77.70, up 1.44% on the day, topping the S&P 500’s 0.53% move. The stock’s up 7.48% over the last month, ahead of both the Conglomerates sector, which gained 2.26%, and the S&P’s 1.24%. Investors are looking to Griffon’s February 5, 2025 earnings, where EPS is expected at $1.28, up 19.63% from a year ago. Revenue is forecast at $640 million, down 0.49%. Full-year estimates are for EPS of $5.51, up 7.62%, and revenue at $2.62 billion, down 0.1%. GFF carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) and trades at 13.9 times forward earnings versus the industry’s 15.33 average. The industry sits in the bottom 30% for Zacks ranking, which has investors wary.
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Pacific Biosciences (PACB) Drops 2.89% as Indexes Climb
June 30, 2026, 8:09 PM EDT. Shares of Pacific Biosciences of California (PACB) closed down 2.89% at $1.68, against the S&P 500 up 0.79%, the Dow up 0.26%, and the Nasdaq up 1.52%. The stock’s up 9.49% for the month, ahead of the Medical sector’s 7.53% gain. The company is set to report earnings soon, with analysts expecting EPS at -$0.14 and revenue of $42.1 million, which would be up 5.86% from a year earlier. For the full year, forecasts call for EPS to improve by 22.64% and revenue to increase 3.62%. PACB carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy); the industry sits in the bottom 33%. The Zacks Rank tracks changes in analyst earnings estimates, which can move shares in the short term.
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Teladoc (TDOC) Slips While S&P 500 Advances; Earnings in Focus
June 30, 2026, 8:08 PM EDT. Teladoc Health (TDOC) dropped 0.76% to $9.09 as the S&P 500 climbed 1%. The telehealth company heads into earnings with a projected EPS of -$0.21, down 23.53% from a year ago, and revenue expected around $640 million, a 3.1% dip. Analyst forecasts have been mixed lately, and Teladoc has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), suggesting a neutral stance. Zacks puts the Medical Services industry in its bottom 40%. Eyes on Teladoc’s next report as sector volatility persists.
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Cramer Says AI Trade Is Now With Chip Suppliers, Names Intel His Top Pick
June 30, 2026, 8:07 PM EDT. Jim Cramer on CNBC called out a new AI play on Wall Street, saying focus has shifted from big tech to the companies making AI components. Cramer says he still owns parts of the ‘Magnificent Seven’-Apple, Alphabet, Amazon, Microsoft, Meta, Nvidia, Tesla-but pointed to Micron, Intel, Marvell, AMD, and Sandisk as the names now leading thanks to strong AI demand. The big tech stocks together shed about $2.3 trillion in June as investors worried about their AI bets paying off. Cramer called Intel his favorite, mentioning CEO Lip-Bu Tan and the company’s spot in CPUs, packaging, and domestic manufacturing. Wall Street, he said, wants companies supplying the key AI chips as costs for compute infrastructure keep climbing.
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News Corp Announces $1 Billion Buyback for Nasdaq Shares
June 30, 2026, 8:06 PM EDT. News Corp said it started a US$1 billion share buyback of its Nasdaq-listed Class A and B common stock, but not the ASX-listed Depository Interests. The plan will let the company repurchase up to 142 million shares on the open market when market conditions allow. News Corp said the buyback is part of its capital management strategy and is meant to lift shareholder value for its U.S.-traded shares. Shares listed on the ASX are not included. Analysts have a Buy on the stock and a price target of A$56.00. Market cap is A$21.08 billion and average daily volume is about 180,653 shares.
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Star Bulk Carriers (SBLK) Jumps 1.34% as Investors Eye Earnings
June 30, 2026, 7:56 PM EDT. Star Bulk Carriers (SBLK) climbed 1.34% to finish at $24.97, beating the S&P 500’s 0.79% move in the latest session. Shares are still down 12.66% for the month, but investors are turning more positive on the stock with earnings coming up. Analysts expect EPS to surge 772.73% to $0.96 and revenue up 36.77% year-over-year for the quarter. Full-year EPS estimates went up 302%, while revenue is seen hitting $1.35 billion. The stock trades at 6.32 times forward earnings, under the sector average of 8.1. Zacks Rank is #3 (Hold), and the company’s industry group ranks in the top 26% at Zacks, pointing to some strength in shipping. Analysts and investors are watching for more financials to see if the recent bounce has legs.
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Arch Capital (ACGL) Slips While Market Rises as Earnings Loom
June 30, 2026, 7:55 PM EDT. Arch Capital Group (ACGL) dropped 0.47% to $92.51 while the S&P 500 gained 1.67% and the Nasdaq climbed 2.5%. Over the last month, ACGL slid 1.72%. That’s behind the Finance sector’s 4.45% loss and the S&P 500’s 6.57% decline. The company is set to report earnings April 29, 2025. Analysts expect earnings per share down 44.08% year-over-year to $1.37, with revenue looking to rise 20.79% to $4.55 billion. Forward P/E is 11.84, just above the industry average. PEG ratio comes in at 3.7, higher than the industry’s 2.11, as the market factors in slower earnings growth. Zacks Rank is #3 (Hold) with analysts staying cautious on the property and casualty name.
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Toast (TOST) Slips 0.27% as S&P 500 Gains; Earnings on Deck
June 30, 2026, 7:54 PM EDT. Toast (TOST) closed at $30.04, off 0.27% on the day while the S&P 500 rose 0.16%. Shares have added 6.39% over the last month, beating the Computer and Technology sector’s 1.87% advance and the S&P’s 1.67%. Earnings are due November 7, with estimates calling for EPS of $0.01, up 111% from last year, and revenue of $1.29 billion, up nearly 25%. For the full year, Wall Street sees a loss of $0.10 per share on $4.9 billion in sales. Toast carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), with no big recent changes to EPS calls. Its industry group sits in the top 24%. Investors are watching for updates as analyst sentiment shifts.
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Canopy Growth (CGC) Drops 4% as S&P 500 Climbs
June 30, 2026, 7:53 PM EDT. Shares of Canopy Growth Corporation (CGC) slid 4.45% to $0.95. The S&P 500 gained 0.79% on the day. CGC is down 7.94% for the month, lagging the Medical sector, which rose 7.53%. Wall Street is looking for earnings of -$0.04 a share and revenue of $58.52 million for the quarter, both showing improvement from a year ago. The full-year forecast calls for -$0.11 EPS and $243.57 million in sales, both up double digits. But the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate fell 13.79% in the past month. CGC carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), with its Medical – Products group in the bottom 27%. Investors are waiting on the next earnings print as analysts remain split and sector headwinds continue.
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Dominion Energy (D) Lags S&P 500 as Earnings Loom
June 30, 2026, 7:52 PM EDT. Dominion Energy (D) fell 1.94% to $49.45, while the S&P 500 added 0.77%. The stock is down 5.74% month-to-date, more than the Utilities sector’s 3.86% drop and the S&P’s 3.71% gain. Traders look to Dominion’s next earnings. Street sees EPS at $0.59, up 11.32% from last year, but revenue is expected at $3.68 billion, off 3.11%. Annual EPS could climb 38.19% to $2.75, with revenue off 2.93%. Dominion trades at 18.33 times forward earnings, above the industry’s 15, and its PEG ratio is 1.35 versus 2.6 for peers. The stock carries a Zacks Rank #3, or ‘Hold’, as analysts send mixed signals for the group.
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RTX Beats Index, Earnings in Focus
June 30, 2026, 7:51 PM EDT. RTX finished at $101.11, up 1.01% and ahead of the S&P 500’s 0.07% move. Shares are still down 6.53% for the month, trailing the Aerospace sector’s 4.1% slide. The July 25 earnings report is up next. Analysts look for Q2 EPS of $1.29, flat from last year, and a 5.41% jump in revenue to $19.31 billion. RTX is seen earning $5.39 a share for the full year, with revenue just under $79 billion, up over 6%. The stock carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). Its forward P/E is 18.56, just above the industry level of 17.59. PEG sits at 1.76, the same as the Aerospace-Defense average. The group sits in Zacks Industry Rank’s bottom 37%, pointing to mixed views in the sector.
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S&P 500, Nasdaq log biggest quarterly jump since 2020 despite Middle East worries
June 30, 2026, 7:50 PM EDT. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq booked their best quarter since 2020, with investors sticking to economic growth and earnings bets even as Middle East tension dragged on. Strong earnings and data kept buyers active, with markets showing little reaction to geopolitical headlines. The indexes held their gains as upbeat sentiment outweighed worries about the region.
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S&P 500 adds 0.8%, Nasdaq up 1.5% as yen weakens
June 30, 2026, 7:49 PM EDT. S&P 500 rose 0.8% and Nasdaq gained 1.5% to close out the quarter, with the S&P 500 jumping 15% over the last three months for its biggest quarterly advance in six years. The Japanese yen dropped to a 40-year low versus the U.S. dollar, losing about 3.5% since January. Stock markets stayed strong, and yen’s drop put currency moves in focus.
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ITG U.S. IPO Prices at $16, Below Range, Raising $312 Million
June 30, 2026, 7:48 PM EDT. ITG priced its U.S. IPO at $16 a share, coming in under the $19 to $22 range and raising $312.2 million on 19.5 million shares. The digital infrastructure provider is backed by Oaktree Capital Management and works in broadband, wireless, data centers, and utilities as demand for high-speed broadband and AI data centers grows. Oaktree bought ITG in 2021. Shares list on Nasdaq under “ITG.” Morgan Stanley, Citigroup, UBS, and Stifel act as joint bookrunners.
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Nike (NKE) tops Q4 EPS but revenue comes in just shy of last year
June 30, 2026, 7:35 PM EDT. Nike (NKE) posted Q4 earnings of $0.20 per share, beating the Zacks estimate of $0.11. That’s an 82% surprise. Revenue was $10.97 billion, off slightly from $11.1 billion a year ago, but still 1.13% above forecasts. The company has now beaten both earnings and revenue estimates four quarters in a row. Still, Nike stock is down 34.9% for the year, while the S&P 500 is up 8.7%. Nike carries a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell) as negative earnings estimate revisions point to weaker performance. Wall Street is looking for $0.46 EPS on $11.42 billion in revenue next quarter. Industry trends and management comments on the call will be watched for guidance on the stock.
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Owens Corning (OC) Gains 1.86% as EPS Outlook Falls Short
June 30, 2026, 7:34 PM EDT. Owens Corning (OC) shares moved up 1.86% to $158.96, topping the S&P 500’s 0.79% rise. OC jumped 27.26% for the month, beating the Construction sector’s 5.5% gain while the wider market lost 1.82%. Still, analysts see quarterly EPS down 28.27% at $3.02 on 3.26% lower revenue of $2.66 billion. Full-year estimates have OC’s EPS at $9.53 and revenue at $9.83 billion, off 20.91% and 2.67%. Owens Corning is at Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) with a 16.38 forward P/E-under industry’s 18.95-while its PEG at 2.83 is above the sector’s 1.59 as growth looks limited.
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MoneyMax Financial (SGX:5WJ) trades above value as earnings seen rising
June 30, 2026, 7:33 PM EDT. MoneyMax Financial Services Ltd. (SGX:5WJ) last changed hands at S$0.76, trading around 32% higher than its estimated intrinsic value at S$0.58. The shares have swung between S$1.17 and S$0.70 recently on the SGX. Earnings are expected to jump 73% in the next few years. But at current levels, the price looks stretched on fundamentals. The stock’s high beta means more price swings ahead, which could open new entry or exit points. Investors may want to keep an eye on both market action and the company’s numbers before making a move.
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ITG Inc. pulls in $312.2 million in US IPO, prices shares below range
June 30, 2026, 7:32 PM EDT. ITG Inc., backed by Oaktree Capital, brought in $312.2 million from its US IPO after pricing shares below the expected range. The digital infrastructure firm saw softer demand than hoped. Proceeds are set to go to expansion and shoring up its spot in tech.
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Verizon (VZ) Lags as S&P 500 Climbs Before Earnings Report
June 30, 2026, 7:20 PM EDT. Verizon Communications (VZ) shares lost 0.53% to close at $39.46 while the S&P 500 gained 0.77%. Over the last month, Verizon is down 0.97%. That trails the S&P 500, up 3.71%, but looks better than the Computer and Technology sector’s 3.05% drop. Verizon is due to release Q2 earnings on July 22, 2024. Analysts expect Q2 EPS at $1.15, off 4.96% from a year ago, with revenue at $33.06 billion, up 1.44%. Full-year Street forecasts are calling for $4.59 EPS and $135.02 billion revenue. The Zacks Rank stays at #3 (Hold). Forward P/E comes in at 8.64-well below the industry’s 19.5 average-pointing to a discounted valuation. The industry and Verizon both show PEG at 2.88, suggesting similar earnings growth expectations.
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NVIDIA (NVDA) up 2.6% as analyst targets keep backing stock
June 30, 2026, 7:16 PM EDT. NVIDIA Corporation NASDAQ:NVDA climbed 2.6% to $200.09 Tuesday. The move comes as interest continued around its new AI push with Palantir and steady demand for its AI infrastructure. Analysts stayed positive, with price targets sitting between $275 and $300 and several “buy” calls. Even so, the stock lagged chip peers in recent sessions. Trading volume dropped 4% to 162.7 million shares. NVIDIA’s market cap is at $4.84 trillion with a P/E at 30.64 and PEG at 0.43, both pointing to growth bets. Competitive pressure from AMD and some sector rotation is a risk for NVDA’s momentum near term.
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Paypal (PYPL) Drops 2.7%, Trails S&P 500 as Earnings Loom
June 30, 2026, 7:14 PM EDT. Paypal (PYPL) slid 2.7% to $43.18 while the S&P 500 added 0.79%. PYPL is off 1.79% the past month, versus the Business Services group and tracking the S&P 500. Traders eye Paypal’s next earnings, with the market expecting an 8.57% dip in EPS to $1.28 and a 2.58% revenue bump to $8.5 billion. Full-year forecasts point to a small earnings drop but 3.29% revenue growth. Paypal trades at 8.37 times forward earnings, below the industry’s 10.16, with a PEG at 1.11. Zacks rates the stock a #3 (Hold), showing some caution from analysts heading into results.
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Chevron (CVX) Drops 1.6% as Broader Market Rises; Earnings on Deck
June 30, 2026, 7:13 PM EDT. Chevron (CVX) slipped 1.61% to $165.76 even as the S&P 500 rose 0.79%. For the month, CVX is down 9.34%, trailing the Oils-Energy sector, which fell 4.84%. Chevron’s earnings report is up next. Wall Street looks for EPS of $5.90, up 233% from last year, and revenue of $58.23 billion, a 29.91% jump. Full-year expectations sit at $15.41 per share and $220.32 billion in revenue. Analyst changes are in play-EPS forecasts were cut 2.07%. The stock holds a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). Forward P/E is 10.93, above peers at 7.12. PEG sits at 0.57, close to the sector’s 0.58.
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Uber Technologies (UBER) falls short of market before earnings
June 30, 2026, 7:12 PM EDT. Uber Technologies (UBER) slipped 0.19% to close at $72.29, while the S&P 500 rose 0.28%. UBER’s up 3.38% over the last month, trailing the 4.22% gain in Computer and Technology. Analysts expect Uber to post EPS of $0.31, up 72.22% from a year ago, on revenue of $10.57 billion, up 14.48%. The Zacks Consensus shows full-year EPS at $0.85, down 2.3%, and revenue at $43.32 billion, up 16.2%. Uber’s Forward P/E stands at 85.64 compared with the industry’s 23.03 average. It trades at a PEG of 1.58, below the sector’s 1.95. Uber holds a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) ahead of earnings, signalling neutral analyst sentiment.
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Walmart (WMT) Falls 1.6% Ahead of Earnings; Trails S&P 500 Gains
June 30, 2026, 7:11 PM EDT. Walmart (WMT) dropped 1.6% to $104.47, lagging the S&P 500’s 1.23% gain in the last session. The stock is still up 2.92% for the past month, better than the Retail-Wholesale sector’s 1.39% decline. Walmart’s earnings report is due November 20. Analysts expect $0.60 per share, a 3.45% increase from a year ago, and revenue of $177.01 billion, up 4.38%. Zacks rates the stock at #3 (Hold). Walmart trades at a forward P/E of 40.79, above the industry average of 17.01. Its PEG comes in at 5 versus 2.38 for the Retail-Supermarkets group. The Retail-Supermarkets sector sits in the top 31% among more than 250 industries tracked by Zacks Industry Rank.
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Vistra Corp. (VST) Drops 2% as S&P 500 Gains; Earnings on Deck
June 30, 2026, 7:10 PM EDT. Vistra Corp. (VST) fell 2.31% to $158.63, lagging the S&P 500, which was up 0.79%. VST rose 4.92% in the last month, topping the Utilities sector’s 2.96% climb and a 1.82% S&P 500 drop. Wall Street expects fiscal earnings per share to jump 140.59% to $2.43 on revenue up 50.98% at $6.42 billion. The full-year forecast is for EPS at $9.52, revenue at $23.85 billion. VST’s forward P/E sits at 17.05, under the industry average of 18.44. The stock has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold); some EPS upgrades landed recently as investors look ahead to results.
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SoundHound AI (SOUN) edges past S&P 500's move even as shares lag this month
June 30, 2026, 7:08 PM EDT. SoundHound AI, Inc. (SOUN) finished at $8.20, adding 0.99% while the S&P 500 gained 0.38%. Shares are still down 21.32% across the past month, coming in below both sector and market performance. The company is looking for quarterly earnings per share (EPS) of -$0.07, matching last year’s result. Revenue is seen jumping 160.62% to $30.21 million. For the full year, EPS losses are forecast to shrink to -$0.16, with sales growth near 96%. Analysts have trimmed EPS projections by 5.71% lately, keeping the stock at a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). SoundHound is in the Computers – IT Services group, ranked in the upper third by Zacks. Investors are keeping an eye out for the next earnings report and analyst moves.
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Celsius Holdings (CELH) slips as S&P 500 advances; earnings in focus
June 30, 2026, 7:07 PM EDT. Celsius Holdings (CELH) dropped 1.54% to $29.33 on the day, while the S&P 500 finished up 0.79%. Investors are waiting on Celsius’s earnings report. Analysts see EPS falling 10.64% to $0.42, but estimate revenue will jump 20.59% to $891.45 million for the quarter. For the full year, projections call for 18.66% earnings growth and a 32.32% revenue gain. CELH trades at a forward P/E of 18.73, still above its industry’s 14.28, and its PEG ratio sits at 1.19. The stock is ranked #3 (Hold) at Zacks, showing caution as Consumer Staples lags. Next results are watched for direction.
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Alphabet (GOOGL) Outpaces S&P 500 Before Earnings
June 30, 2026, 7:06 PM EDT. Alphabet (GOOGL) ended the day at $159.07, up 1.23%, topping the S&P 500’s 0.79% gain. The stock is still down 5.05% on the month, trailing the Computer & Technology sector. Investors are looking ahead to its earnings report. Projections call for EPS of $2.04, up 7.94% from last year, and revenue expected to be $75.56 billion, an 11.79% jump. Analysts see full-year earnings and revenue rising 11%. Alphabet carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). It trades at a Forward P/E of 17.6, just below the industry’s 18.13, and its PEG ratio is in line with peers. Alphabet’s Internet Services group sits in the lower 43% of Zacks Industry Ranks, pointing to some sector headwinds. Investors will watch Alphabet’s earnings and any estimate changes for signals on how the shares might move next.
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Disney (DIS) Slips as Market Rallies; Investors Look to Earnings
June 30, 2026, 7:05 PM EDT. Disney (DIS) edged down 0.14% to $93.45 even with gains in the wider market. S&P 500 moved up 1.7%, Dow added 1.26%, Nasdaq up 2.51%. Disney has gained 3.15% over the last month, ahead of both the S&P 500 and Consumer Discretionary. The company reports earnings soon, with analysts watching for EPS of $1.11, up 35.37% from last year, and revenue of $22.49 billion, up 5.89%. For the year, forecasts call for 30.59% EPS growth and 2.66% revenue growth. The stock trades at 19.07 times forward earnings, above the industry’s 17.18, and has a PEG ratio of 1.39. Zacks Rank stays #3 (Hold), showing a steady but cautious view as Disney holds its spot in Consumer Discretionary.
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Coffee Jumps to 4.5-Month Peak as Brazil Rains Slow Harvest, Stocks Drop
June 30, 2026, 7:04 PM EDT. Coffee futures rallied Tuesday, with September arabica up 6.71% and robusta adding 2.64%, hitting their highest levels since early this year as heavy rain stalled Brazil’s harvest. Unusual downpours in Minas Gerais have held up fieldwork and fueled worries over crop quality. ICE arabica stocks dropped to a 2.25-year low, giving bulls more fuel. Traders are also watching forecasts for a strong El Niño, which could hit Brazil’s 2026/27 crop. Still, Vietnam’s robusta exports have picked up sharply from a year ago, capping robusta’s gains. Some analysts point to tight Brazil supplies now but expect bigger global inventories heading into 2026/27, keeping coffee market swings elevated.
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Chipmakers Lift S&P 500, Nasdaq to One-Week Highs
June 30, 2026, 7:03 PM EDT. Stocks finished up Tuesday, with the S&P 500 gaining 0.79%, the Dow up 0.26%, and the Nasdaq 100 rising 1.68%, all closing at one-week highs. Tech names led the move, especially chipmakers, as investors looked ahead to Q2 earnings tied to AI spending. U.S. numbers were solid-JOLTS openings hit a two-year high, plus stronger home price and PMI data. Over in China, both factory and services PMIs beat forecasts, helping sentiment. Bloomberg Intelligence expects a 23% Q2 earnings jump, with AI infrastructure stocks making up about 60% of S&P 500 EPS growth. WTI crude dropped over 1% as traders eyed Middle East news and possible U.S.-Iran talks. Odds for a Fed 25 bp rate hike at the next meeting stand at 32%.
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Progress Software NASDAQ:PRGS drops as Q2 revenue tops estimates but ARR lags
June 30, 2026, 7:01 PM EDT. Progress Software NASDAQ:PRGS shares slipped 0.8% to $33.58 in regular trading, with an extra move lower to $32.51 after hours on June 30. The company beat Q2 revenue forecasts, posting a 7% increase to $253.5 million, powered by a 35.8% jump in one-time software license sales to $69 million. But annualized recurring revenue only ticked up 2% to $868 million, showing a slower pace in subscriptions. CFO Anthony Folger said ARR gives the best read on sustained growth, while total revenue got a lift from the timing of renewals. Progress upped its full-year profit outlook, showing 16% non-GAAP EPS growth and momentum from its AI product line.
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US Stock Futures Edge Lower After Record Closes for Major Indexes
June 30, 2026, 7:00 PM EDT. US stock futures slipped after the Dow Jones Industrial Average set a fresh record and the S&P 500 booked its best quarter since 2020. The Nasdaq Composite also gained, pushed higher by chip names riding the AI wave. Easing oil prices and signs of progress in US-Iran talks have been improving sentiment. Attention now turns to the June jobs report out Thursday, as traders look for clues on the labor market and what that might mean for Fed rates this year.
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Trump Adds Apple Stock, Crypto to Portfolio in New Disclosure
June 30, 2026, 6:59 PM EDT. Donald Trump’s latest annual financial disclosure shows he has added Apple stock, celebration coins, and cryptocurrencies to his assets. The report, almost four times longer than last year, lists crypto income in the hundreds of millions. Trump’s filing comes as the public keeps a close eye on his business holdings.
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Dow Futures Edge Lower After Strong First Half for Major Indexes
June 30, 2026, 6:50 PM EDT. Dow futures are off 0.2% after the blue-chip index posted its best first-half gain since 2021, up 8.9% for the start of 2026. The S&P 500 climbed 9.6%, Nasdaq added 12.8%, and the Russell 2000 jumped almost 22%, its strongest open to a year since 1991. Chipmakers and AI stocks led the move, with names like Micron, Intel, and AMD adding $2 trillion in value in Q2. Bespoke’s Paul Hickey said semis are looking overheated and advised caution. Traders are looking to Fed Chair Kevin Warsh’s remarks and fresh economic data as talk of possible rate hikes continues.
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Swiggy, Mahindra Logistics trade below DCF value, flagged as undervalued picks
June 30, 2026, 6:49 PM EDT. Swiggy and Mahindra Logistics are trading under their discounted cash flow (DCF) value, putting them on screens for undervalued Indian stocks. Mahindra Logistics, which uses an asset-light model and is backed by Mahindra & Mahindra, has swung to profit and is working to boost margins after dealing with high lease costs and concentrated volumes. Swiggy is a digital platform for food, grocery, and logistics, with a big revenue contribution from supply chain and distribution. Markets are valuing both below projected cash flows, pointing to a possible gap with their intrinsic value. The focus on cash flow comes as inflation and energy prices cloud India’s outlook and drive valuation screens.
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Brookfield lifts Bloom Energy AI deal to $25B; BE shares rally
June 30, 2026, 6:48 PM EDT. Brookfield Asset Management has bumped up its financing framework for Bloom Energy to $25 billion, an increase from the $5 billion set in October. The deal size is about 6.9 times Bloom’s 2026 revenue guide midpoint of $3.6 billion. Bloom Energy stock shot up 10% in late trading and gained another 12% after hours as investors piled in. The funding could back as much as 5 GW of AI infrastructure power, outpacing Bloom’s stated factory target of 2 GW by the end of the year. The expanded deal puts pressure on Bloom to deploy capital fast, while Brookfield eyes $100 billion for AI infrastructure across its holdings. Brookfield’s move signals strong backing for Bloom as power needs grow in AI.
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J D Wetherspoon, UK hospitality names watch VAT cut talk
June 30, 2026, 6:47 PM EDT. UK hospitality stocks like J D Wetherspoon are drawing attention on reports the VAT rate could be cut from 20% to 10%. A lower rate would add to margins for pubs, restaurants and hotels with big UK business by boosting cash flow. There’s still risk that a delay or a no-go could keep profits tight. Green International Holdings and InterContinental Hotels Group also in the mix, with some potential for better consumer activity. Traders watching political developments and fiscal moves as the sector hangs on the changes.
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Hub Group Hit With Securities Suit as Restatement Deadline Nears NASDAQ:HUBG
June 30, 2026, 6:46 PM EDT. Hub Group Inc NASDAQ:HUBG is now facing a federal securities class action with an Aug. 28 deadline for investors to try for lead plaintiff. The case centers on alleged misstatements over how Hub recognized revenue between 2023 and 2026. That deadline lands before Hub must meet Nasdaq’s Sept. 14 cutoff to restate 2025 financials after disclosing a $77 million accounting mistake. The company said it understated transport costs and accounts payable, affecting about 2.1% of 2025 revenue and 40% of projected operating cash flow, though it still expects no real cash flow impact. The case, Lawler v. Hub Group, sits in U.S. District Court in Northern Illinois. Hub’s market cap trades near $2.64 billion and the stock was last at $43.79. Investors are watching both the compliance deadline and the court case.
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Sam's Club Rotisserie Chicken Beats Costco on Price, Lifts Walmart Club Sales
June 30, 2026, 6:45 PM EDT. Sam’s Club, part of Walmart, grabbed the top spot for rotisserie chicken in Consumer Reports, just ahead of Costco. Sam’s Club charges $4.98 for a three-pound bird, a penny below Costco’s $4.99, and got a better taste score. The result bolsters Sam’s position in the market. Walmart’s club segment posted a 6.1% rise in first-quarter net sales to $23.4 billion, and membership income jumped 11% thanks in part to more signups from younger customers. Costco, still the bigger club chain, sold more than 157 million chickens in 2025 at $4.99, staying strong with shoppers. Sam’s Club is spending on its stores, staff and private label goods to push ahead in the warehouse space.
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AT&T (T) stock drops to 52-week low as EchoStar spectrum deal stalls, Dish DBS files for bankruptcy
June 30, 2026, 6:44 PM EDT. AT&T shares slid 5.13% to $20.70, finishing at their lowest in a year as volume jumped to about three times normal levels. Roughly $7.8 billion in market cap was wiped out. A stalled $23 billion spectrum deal with EchoStar Corp. was behind the move. Separately, EchoStar’s Dish DBS unit entered Chapter 11 bankruptcy after missing a $2 billion debt payment, blaming the delay in the spectrum sale. AT&T is scheduled to post Q2 earnings on July 22. The company is counting on the spectrum buy to boost its 5G and fixed wireless internet reach in over 400 U.S. markets, but the holdup is testing AT&T’s income draw for investors.
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LeBron James Linked to Warriors, Roster Costs Could Climb
June 30, 2026, 6:43 PM EDT. LeBron James’s agent told the Los Angeles Lakers he wants to sign elsewhere, reports say. If James heads to the Golden State Warriors, the roster would include some of the NBA’s priciest contracts. That could change the league’s balance, adding to the Warriors’ star power and raising competition at the top end.
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Asia-Pacific IPO Market Sets the Pace as Regional Drivers Split
June 30, 2026, 6:28 PM EDT. The Asia-Pacific region is out front in IPOs globally, with key markets each pulling in their own way. Hong Kong is getting a lift from offshore liquidity, while Mainland China has policy-guided capital supporting deals. India’s strength is domestic retail demand. Billions have come in this year through offerings, but some in the market say staying power is the tough part. The bigger test is whether demand holds up beyond the debut trading day, as initial capital hits are just the first hurdle for investor interest in the months ahead.
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ASX Eyes Small Gains; Dow Hits Another High as AI Rally Lifts Tech
June 30, 2026, 6:27 PM EDT. ASX futures edged up 0.1%, pointing to a flat or slightly firmer open. The Australian dollar picked up a bit to 69.2 US cents but is still down 3.4% for the month. In the US, strong AI buying drove tech stocks higher and helped push the Dow to another record close at 53,219, up 0.3%. Nvidia rose 2.6%, Apple jumped 2.7%, AMD surged 7.7%, and Intel added 6%. The market stayed positive, even as some investors questioned if big AI bets will pay off long term. The S&P 500 gained 0.8% and the Nasdaq rose 1.5%.
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ETF Inflows Hit Record in H1 2026 as Investors Pile Into AI Stocks
June 30, 2026, 6:26 PM EDT. Cash poured into exchange-traded funds at a record rate in the first half of 2026 as buyers hunted exposure to AI-themed stocks. Demand stayed high for funds linked to artificial intelligence, with investors betting on more growth in tech tied to AI.
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Abivax Kicks Off $600M ADS Offering in U.S.
June 30, 2026, 6:16 PM EDT. Abivax SA, the immune therapeutics biotech, said it’s starting a public offering of about $600 million in American Depositary Shares in the U.S. The new ADSs, listed on Euronext Paris and Nasdaq under ABVX, are being sold under the Securities Act of 1933. Underwriters could take up to 15% more ADSs if they want. The deal is a capital increase without preferential subscription rights, approved by shareholders in May 2026. Pricing and size aren’t set yet and still depend on market conditions. Bookbuilding comes first. Euronext Paris will halt ordinary share trading July 1, 2026, before Nasdaq resumes trading of the ADSs later that day.
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Novo Nordisk Steps Up Buybacks in DKK 15 Billion Plan
June 30, 2026, 6:15 PM EDT. Novo Nordisk has rolled out a 12-month share buyback program targeting up to DKK 15 billion of B shares, beginning February 2026. Between June 22-26, the company bought 1.05 million shares, bringing total repurchases under the plan to 7.25 million shares and DKK 2.10 billion. Novo has scooped up 22 million B shares at an average DKK 268.02 since February, for a total outlay of DKK 5.9 billion. Buybacks are meant to cut free float and may lift earnings per share. Analyst consensus is Hold with a $42 target. TipRanks’ AI calls the stock Outperform, citing strong profits and revenue but noting leverage and cash flow issues. Novo Nordisk develops treatments for chronic diseases and has a market cap at $214.7 billion.
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Nutrabolt taps Wall Street banks for possible $1B IPO
June 30, 2026, 6:14 PM EDT. Nutrabolt, the Austin company behind C4 energy drinks and Bloom supplements, picked JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs and Bank of America to work on a U.S. IPO that could bring in as much as $1 billion. The company was valued at $2.88 billion after a 2022 Keurig Dr Pepper investment. Nutrabolt said it’s on pace for over $1 billion in annual revenue. The IPO market has seen a pickup after high-profile deals like SpaceX, though supplement companies haven’t been as active. Nutrabolt has also boosted its position in Bloom, a women’s supplement and energy drink brand.
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U.S. Heat Emergency Deepens, Energy Head Downplays Warming
June 30, 2026, 6:13 PM EDT. The U.S. is in a heat emergency as temperatures push past 100 degrees and officials tell people to stay inside. The warnings land just as the energy secretary called global warming ‘no big deal,’ a line that drew fire and sharpened debate over climate policy even as severe weather builds. Scientists keep pointing to the rising heat as a health risk and strain on the power grid.
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Comcast to spin off cable, broadband from NBCUniversal; track record on media spinoffs is mixed
June 30, 2026, 6:12 PM EDT. Comcast is set to split off its cable and broadband arm from NBCUniversal, saying it wants to unlock value for both businesses. The step is part of a wider shakeout in media, but past spinoffs in the sector have had mixed outcomes. Media breakups sometimes run into market swings and problems fitting the parts together. Investors now face a wait to see if Comcast gets the long-term gains it hopes for, or ends up in line with earlier attempts.
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Constellation Energy NASDAQ:CEG slips 4.22% after Calpine lock-up release
June 30, 2026, 6:11 PM EDT. Shares of Constellation Energy NASDAQ:CEG fell 4.22% to $248.37 on June 30, their third straight drop, as new supply worries followed the Calpine lock-up release. CEG lagged the S&P 500, which climbed 0.79%. Investors sold after 5.1 million shares hit the market post-lock-up, much less than the 25 million some anticipated. That pushed the two-day loss to 5.9%, while the S&P 500 added 2% over the same span. Calpine holders got 50 million new CEG shares, with half freed up on June 30. Constellation’s management said they’re open to different approaches around the lock-up but didn’t say what shareholders plan to do. The company still has $3.5 billion in buyback firepower, after buying back 2 million shares in a $558 million block deal.
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Bitcoin ETFs Face Big Price Swings Despite Institutional Buying
June 30, 2026, 6:10 PM EDT. Bitcoin ETFs were supposed to bring more stability to the crypto market by drawing in institutional money and support from regulators. That hasn’t panned out. The latest trading has seen Bitcoin still swinging sharply, challenging the view that these funds would calm big selloffs. Even with higher institutional interest and asset managers seeking ETF exposure, Bitcoin volatility hasn’t let up. Now, investors and analysts are watching to see if these products really add stability as regulators keep a close watch and the mood in the market shifts.
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Ionic Digital Looks to List on Nasdaq as It Turns to AI Data Centers
June 30, 2026, 6:02 PM EDT. Ionic Digital Inc., built from Celsius assets, has filed for a direct listing on Nasdaq as IOND. The miner will register for the resale of up to 10.8 million existing shares, with no new capital coming in. As of March 31, the company held 2,815.6 BTC valued at $192.1 million and $34.9 million in cash, and said it carried no debt. In 2025, Ionic produced 111.4 BTC a month, selling 84.1 BTC each month to help cover expenses. The business is moving from its mining roots toward leasing data-center space focused on high-performance computing and AI. It has a 126-month Texas lease expected to bring in as much as $2.6 billion. First-quarter 2026 revenue reached $51.4 million, led by the leasing segment. For 2025, Ionic posted a $247.7 million loss. In June, it raised $400 million from convertible preferred stock.
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Tech Stocks Lift Market, Three Enter Buy Zones; SpaceX Starts Trading
June 30, 2026, 5:58 PM EDT. Stocks pushed higher in the second half of 2026, led by a rally in tech. Three names moved into clear buy areas, drawing investor attention to new setups. SpaceX opened in the market for the first time, grabbing headlines during a busy session. Upward momentum continued even as economic data sent mixed messages.
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iHerb Picks Banks Ahead of $500 Million IPO Planned for This Year
June 30, 2026, 5:57 PM EDT. iHerb, an online shop for vitamins and supplements, is lining up a $500 million IPO. The company chose banks to run the deal, people familiar said. iHerb is looking to boost its capital as interest in wellness products grows.
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MARA Drops as Bitcoin Falls; Long Ridge Data Center Deal Moves Ahead
June 30, 2026, 5:55 PM EDT. Marathon Digital Holdings Inc NASDAQ:MARA slipped 0.9% to $13.89 on June 30 as Bitcoin lost 2.6%. MARA holds 35,303 BTC as of March 31, worth about $2.07 billion, or 39% of its $5.28 billion market cap. The stock lagged major U.S. equity ETFs but outperformed rivals Hut 8 and Riot. MARA is still working to acquire Long Ridge Energy & Power in Ohio for $1.5 billion. The deal includes a 505-megawatt gas plant and 1,600 acres targeted for building a data center campus. Investors say MARA’s stock now prices in its bitcoin stash and the company’s expanding mining and data holdings.
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AeroVironment (AVAV) Jumps After Q4 Revenue Beat, Margin Drops Limit Rally
June 30, 2026, 5:53 PM EDT. AeroVironment NASDAQ:AVAV jumped 18.8% to $165.07 after Q4 revenue more than doubled to $641.6 million, up 133% year over year, on acquisitions including BlueHalo and Empirical Systems Aerospace. Funded backlog now stands at $1.2 billion, about 55% of its fiscal 2027 revenue target’s midpoint of $2.175 billion. Gross margin fell to 32% from 36% as contract services posted losses, cutting into gains. The company guides fiscal 2027 non-GAAP EPS at $3.02-$3.34, focuses on supply chains. Shares pulled back from highs, with margin and integration weighing even as analysts stay positive.
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Mining Americas to Move Up to TSX in July 2026
June 30, 2026, 5:52 PM EDT. Mining Americas Inc. got final approval for a TSX listing, leaving the TSX Venture Exchange. The company’s common shares will start trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange TSX on July 3, 2026, using ticker MAI. Shares get delisted from the TSXV the day before, on July 2. CEO Darren Blasutti said trading on the TSX will give Mining Americas a stronger market profile, more potential shareholders, better liquidity and help with index inclusion. The miner is chasing gold output growth from its Nevada, Arizona and Mexico projects, which include the Pan Operating Complex and Copperstone.
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S&P 500, Nasdaq cap biggest quarterly rise since 2020, shrug off Iran tensions
June 30, 2026, 5:46 PM EDT. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq ended June with their best quarterly runs since 2020, as investors stuck to bets on steady economic growth and stronger earnings. The gains came with the Iran conflict in the background. Traders are watching the risk but kept focus on solid earnings and economic numbers that have been propping up stocks.
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OpenText and Descartes: TSX names seen riding data centre growth
June 30, 2026, 5:44 PM EDT. OpenText (TSX:OTEX) and Descartes Systems Group (TSX:DSG) are getting attention as more data moves through digital infrastructure. With the data centre sector growing, OpenText brought in US$1.3 billion revenue in Q3 fiscal 2026 and has logged 21 straight quarters of cloud growth. Adjusted EBITDA margin came in at 34.1%, and it announced a US$0.28 quarterly dividend. Descartes makes cloud software used by logistics and trade operators, benefiting from rising e-commerce and supply chain digitization. Q1 fiscal 2027 revenue was US$193.6 million, up 15%, with EBITDA margin at 46%. The outlook for both names is tied to bigger digital infrastructure and data centre demand as AI and global trade scale up.
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ArcBest (ARCB) Nears 90% Gain, DCF Sees More Upside
June 30, 2026, 5:43 PM EDT. ArcBest (ARCB) shares are up 90.4% over the past year, beating much of the US transportation group. But a Discounted Cash Flow model puts intrinsic value at $222.56, still 34.5% above the current $145.81 level. Forecasts have ArcBest free cash flow rising from $75 million to over $329 million by 2035. The gains have cooled lately, with the stock up just 0.1% last week. Fundamentals stay solid though. Valuation metrics are mixed, so investors have to weigh if the growth outlook justifies this run, or if positive expectations are already in the price.
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Kraft Heinz (KHC) Trades Nearly Half Below DCF Value Despite 9.8% Weekly Gain
June 30, 2026, 5:42 PM EDT. Kraft Heinz stock ended at $24.19, rising 9.8% for the week but still off 0.8% for the year. By a discounted cash flow model running out to 2035, shares look about 48.4% under intrinsic value, even after the recent rally. The two-stage DCF to equity formula points to potential undervaluation. Valuation checks put Kraft Heinz at 4 out of 6, which lines up with what some see as a bargain price versus core metrics. Returns over the past year have been about flat compared to the food industry. Investors looking at Kraft Heinz now may want to weigh both the company’s outlook and how the broader consumer staples space is trading.
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Nike (NKE) Q4 profit lifted by tariff recovery as direct sales slide
June 30, 2026, 5:40 PM EDT. Nike posted fourth-quarter revenue of $10.97 billion, just above Wall Street forecasts but down 1% from last year. A $986 million tariff recovery added 52 cents to EPS and padded profit. Without it, EPS came in at about 20 cents, compared to 14 cents a year ago. Wholesale revenue was up 4%. Nike Direct sales, digital included, dropped 7%, led by a 12% slump in online and 7% at Nike-owned stores. Sales in Greater China slid 17% on persistent headwinds and heavy competition. CEO Elliott Hill said top-line weakness hasn’t eased. CFO Matthew Friend pointed to slow sell-through and said cost cuts are planned. Inventory and cash stayed steady despite a different sales mix. The quarter showed gains mostly from tariff recovery, but weak consumer demand remains a problem.
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ASX Nuclear Stocks Draw Interest on Energy Security and Decarbonisation Push
June 30, 2026, 5:39 PM EDT. Nuclear energy stocks on the ASX are seeing more attention from investors as energy security concerns and decarbonisation efforts take focus. Worley ASX:WOR, with a A$5.4 billion market cap, gives exposure through engineering services across renewables and nuclear projects, but faces financial risks including low return on equity and dividends that vary. Silex Systems ASX:SLX, worth A$1.5 billion, develops laser enrichment technology for uranium, plus silicon quantum computing and medical isotopes, putting it in a different spot within nuclear tech. The companies offer several ways to play uranium as demand for reliable, low-carbon energy grows and inflation impacts energy markets.
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Dollar Firms on Quarter-End Flows, Yen Hit a 39-Year Low
June 30, 2026, 5:38 PM EDT. The U.S. dollar index ticked up 0.07% Tuesday with month- and quarter-end demand in play on the last trading day of Q2. A 39-year low for the yen and firmer U.S. Treasury note yields gave the greenback more traction as rate differentials widened. U.S. data offered a mixed picture-May job openings surprised by hitting a two-year high, but June consumer confidence undershot forecasts. The euro dipped a little against the dollar after softer German inflation, while retail sales and unemployment numbers out of the region looked a bit more upbeat. The yen’s move down has traders watching Japan’s slow policy shift and possible intervention, after Japan’s finance minister pointed to talks with U.S. officials about currency action.
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Nu Holdings Pops on $1 Billion Buyback, Topping Brazil and Bank ETFs
June 30, 2026, 5:37 PM EDT. Nu Holdings Ltd. NYSE:NU shares gained 1.8% to $13.36, outpacing the SPDR S&P 500 ETF, Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund, and iShares MSCI Brazil ETF. The move comes after the company announced a $1 billion share buyback, equal to 1.6% of its market cap. Management pitched the buyback as a show of confidence while Nu’s credit book kept expanding fast. Profit held strong in Q1, with $871 million net income and 29% return on equity. Still, rising early-stage delinquencies in Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia add some risk heading into Q2 results. The buyback is mainly about investor sentiment, not a big cut to the share count. Nu’s market cap sits around $63.9 billion and credit assets climbed 40% year-over-year to $37.2 billion, pointing to its continued growth.
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Wall Street posts top quarter in six years as markets hold up through economic strain
June 30, 2026, 5:36 PM EDT. U.S. stocks finished their strongest quarter since 2018, with markets pushing higher even as war, sticky inflation, and tariff effects weighed on the outlook. Investors are staying careful as global risks keep tugging on the market.
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Dell Technologies (DELL) Moves Up to 100th in S&P 500, Tops Bristol Myers Squibb
June 30, 2026, 5:33 PM EDT. Dell Technologies Inc jumped to the S&P 500’s 100th biggest spot by market cap, passing Bristol Myers Squibb Co. Dell’s market cap reached $134.70 billion, ahead of Bristol Myers Squibb at $119.58 billion. Dell shares gained about 4% while Bristol Myers Squibb was flat. Funds often watch shifts in company size for targeting investment tiers.
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S&P 500, Nasdaq jump as major indexes post biggest quarterly gain since 2020
June 30, 2026, 5:32 PM EDT. The S&P 500 added 0.79% and the Nasdaq climbed 1.52% at the close, with both indexes locking in their best quarterly gain since 2020. The S&P 500 covers big U.S. names, while the Nasdaq tracks tech stocks. Stocks showed firm demand as investors looked past recent economic worries.
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IQVIA Holdings now ranks above Atmos Energy in S&P 500 market cap
June 30, 2026, 5:31 PM EDT. IQVIA Holdings Inc (IQV) has moved past Atmos Energy Corp (ATO) in the S&P 500 by market cap, taking the #311 spot with $32.26 billion in market value versus ATO’s $29.18 billion. Market value is based on share price times outstanding shares. The move pushes IQVIA ahead of its peer and can matter for funds that pick stocks by size, like Large Cap mutual funds or the S&P MidCap indexes. On Tuesday, IQV rose 0.2%. ATO dropped 1.4%. Investors often watch these rankings when comparing stocks by size in the index.
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Vulcan Materials edges past Jabil for 261st spot in S&P 500 by market value
June 30, 2026, 5:30 PM EDT. Vulcan Materials Co (VMC) has passed Jabil Inc (JBL) in S&P 500 market cap rankings, taking the 261st spot with a $39.42 billion value to JBL’s $39.41 billion. The move shifts VMC’s place among S&P large-caps and could affect its weight in funds and ETFs pegged to the index. On the day VMC shares dropped 2.8%, while JBL rose 3.4%.
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Natural Gas Futures Edge Up as Heat Boosts Demand, LNG Exports Stay Strong
June 30, 2026, 5:29 PM EDT. August natural gas futures on the Nymex climbed 2.96% after hitting their lowest in about a week and a half. Hot weather across the US, especially in the East, is driving up demand from utilities running air conditioning. LNG exports stayed high at 19.7 bcf/d, which kept domestic supplies tight. US dry gas output also increased to 112.2 bcf/d, however, and that kept some pressure on prices. Traders are watching the fallout from damage at Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG plant, which is about a fifth of global LNG capacity. US gas stockpiles were up 76 billion cubic feet, more than expected, suggesting supply is adequate. Active rigs ticked higher to 125, just below recent tops. The market looks caught between stronger summer demand and rising output and storage.
Nat-Gas Prices Rebound on Hot US Temps and…
Small-cap stocks start 2026 with strongest first half since 1991, but outlook still unclear
June 30, 2026, 5:27 PM EDT. Small-cap stocks logged their best first-half run since 1991 to kick off 2026. The rally showed traders were buying into risk, but some analysts say sentiment could change in the coming months if market or economic conditions shift.
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Cocoa jumps over 2% as weather, supply trouble hit top growers
June 30, 2026, 5:22 PM EDT. Cocoa prices shot up more than 2% Tuesday, adding to a rally that’s topped 20% in recent weeks as supply risks build. Heavy rains in Ivory Coast and Ghana have flooded roads and blocked farms and ports. Traders warn this raises risk of disease-brown rot, black pod-damaging crops and hurting global output. Forecasts for a strong El Niño could mean drier weather ahead for West Africa, adding more worry for future yields. Early numbers for 2026/27 point to an 18% drop in Ivory Coast production. While some see supply holding up-port shipments are up 20%, inventories are growing-the market is still uneasy as weather and crop threats persist.
Cocoa Prices Climb on Global Supply Risks
Oil Slumps as Supply Flows Pick Up Through Hormuz
June 30, 2026, 5:21 PM EDT. Crude oil prices slid Tuesday, with WTI for August delivery losing 1.77%, after reports pointed to more tankers moving through the Strait of Hormuz and fewer supply fears. Morgan Stanley counted 35 tankers exiting the Strait last Thursday, putting flows back close to where they were before US-Iran tensions. Bloomberg said Persian Gulf exports reached 75% of pre-war volumes, and Russian crude shipments climbed to the highest since Putin’s 2022 Ukraine invasion, both adding to the market’s pressure. Oil also faced headwinds after Iraq warned it might leave OPEC and the IEA estimated a global demand drop of 1.1 million bpd. Ukrainian drone strikes have hit Russian refineries, but higher US production forecasts are weighing down prices even more.
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Expert Flags 67% Bear Market Risk as Dow Tops Nasdaq
June 30, 2026, 5:18 PM EDT. The Dow is outpacing the Nasdaq by a wide margin, triggering what one expert calls a rare warning: a 67% chance of a bear market ahead. That kind of gap between the Dow and tech-heavy Nasdaq has often come before a broad selloff. The move, if history holds, puts investors on alert for losses, especially in tech names. Strategists are telling clients to be careful as the divergence widens.
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Bitgo Holdings (BTGO) Drops Into Oversold Zone as RSI Slides Under 30
June 30, 2026, 5:17 PM EDT. Bitgo Holdings Inc Class A (BTGO) slipped into oversold territory Tuesday with its Relative Strength Index (RSI) dipping to 29.97. An RSI under 30 is seen as oversold. The shares fell to $5.01, approaching the 52-week low at $4.665, well off the 52-week high at $24.50. By comparison, the S&P 500 ETF (SPY) showed a 54.6 RSI, suggesting more stable momentum. Some traders who track charts may see the sharp selling as a sign BTGO is close to finding a bottom.
Bitgo Holdings is Now Oversold (BTGO)
South Korea's $518B Chip Push Lifts ASML, Equipment Names
June 30, 2026, 5:16 PM EDT. Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix are planning about 800 trillion won ($518 billion) in new chip fabs, pushing equipment makers, with ASML Holding jumping 6.79% on June 30. ASML added roughly 43 billion euros in market value after SK Hynix ordered $7.97 billion of kit earlier this year. South Korean chip spending, now above $576 billion, targets more AI chip capacity and tools. For makers like ASML, orders look solid, but memory players such as Samsung and SK Hynix still face swings in prices and possible surplus. Equipment demand is only getting stronger in the AI chip supply chain.
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US Bancorp (USB) Moves Past Williams (WMB) for 117th Spot in S&P 500 by Market Cap
June 30, 2026, 5:15 PM EDT. US Bancorp (USB) has edged ahead of Williams Cos Inc (WMB) to become the 117th largest company in the S&P 500 by market cap. USB is now valued at $95.05 billion, just above WMB’s $91.69 billion. That ranking relies on share count and underpins how investors view a company’s size. This position matters for fund managers, who often stick to certain market cap tiers like Large Cap. On Tuesday, USB finished down 0.5% and WMB fell 0.9%.
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July 1 Student Loan Rule Lifts Nonprofit Program Risk, Hits For-Profits Less—Data
June 30, 2026, 5:14 PM EDT. U.S. Education Department numbers show the July 1 final earnings rule pushes program exposure to failure up at nonprofit colleges, spiking to 3.9% from 0.8%. For-profit colleges drop to 14.9% from 28.6%. The rule checks if earnings from a degree line up with federal loan aid. Around 7 million borrowers on the SAVE plan face a shift as new caps hit grad, professional, and parent loans, opening new ground for private lenders. Some experts say this could change who gets access and who faces repayment risk. Investors in education stocks Grand Canyon Education (LOPE), Strategic Education (STRA), Perdoceo (PRDO), SLM Corp (SLM), and SoFi (SOFI) need to track program-level risk, not just tax type, with federal rules moving.
July 1 student loan rules put more investo…
Supreme Court Ruling Bolsters Fed Governor Cook's Job Security as Legal Fight Drags On
June 30, 2026, 5:13 PM EDT. The Supreme Court’s latest decision makes it tougher for the Trump administration to oust Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, bringing a much longer legal battle into play. That means a final answer could take months or years. Tensions inside the central bank are still running, and the courts are now a bigger backstop for Fed officials. Cook is likely safer in her Fed seat for now after the high court’s move, as the fight over federal appointments grinds on.
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Everpure Jumps After Report Jana Partners Takes Stake
June 30, 2026, 5:12 PM EDT. Everpure shares jumped after reports said activist investor Jana Partners took a new stake in the enterprise data storage firm. Jana is known for pushing changes at companies to boost shareholder value. The news raised speculation about strategy moves at Everpure and drove fresh trading interest.
Everpure Stock Jumps After Report Of New A…
Bristol Myers Squibb Moves Ahead of Starbucks in S&P 500 Market Cap List
June 30, 2026, 5:11 PM EDT. Bristol Myers Squibb Co. (BMY) is now the 99th largest company by market cap in the S&P 500, passing Starbucks Corp. (SBUX). BMY’s market cap came in at $119.58 billion, well above Starbucks’ $14.54 billion. Market cap is calculated by multiplying share price and shares outstanding, and gives a different view of company size than just looking at share price. The new rankings could impact how funds and ETFs weigh large-cap and mid-cap stocks. On Tuesday, BMY fell about 1.5%. Starbucks shares were unchanged. These rankings are a key way investors size up companies and decide on positions.
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Comcast Moves Past American Tower in S&P 500 by Market Cap
June 30, 2026, 5:10 PM EDT. Comcast Corp (CMCSA) is now ranked 135th by market cap in the S&P 500 after moving ahead of American Tower Corp (AMT), with a market cap of $86.20 billion versus $78.58 billion for American Tower, The Online Investor said. Market cap compares total equity value across companies regardless of share prices. This can shift which stocks mutual funds and ETFs that track large caps will include. On Tuesday, Comcast shares gained 1.3% as American Tower dropped 3.1%. These moves can affect how investors see the S&P 500 lineup.
Comcast Moves Up In Market Cap Rank, Passi…
Vishay Intertechnology (NYSE:VSH) Slumps 7% After Announcing $750M Equity Offer
June 30, 2026, 5:09 PM EDT. Vishay Intertechnology shares fell 7.3% after the company announced a $750 million stock sale, pricing shares at $50 apiece, well below its latest $56 close. The move could dilute existing holders. Proceeds are aimed at growth and debt paydown, according to Vishay. Underwriters also have a $112.5 million greenshoe option. The stock has seen 32 swings over 5% this year. Vishay is up 242% year-to-date but still trades 18.2% off its 52-week high.
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OpenAI’s ChatGPT Rolls Out Bank Account Linking as Security Questions Rise
June 30, 2026, 5:08 PM EDT. OpenAI has rolled out a new feature letting users connect bank accounts to ChatGPT. With this update, the AI chatbot can handle more financial tasks for users. But cybersecurity experts are warning about security risks-data privacy issues and unauthorized access could be concerns. Users are advised to look at convenience benefits but also weigh possible vulnerabilities before turning on bank account linking, and to use strong online security practices.
ChatGPT is ready to connect to your bank a…
Wells Fargo Lifts AMD (AMD) Target to $615 on Server CPU Demand, Keeps Overweight
June 30, 2026, 5:04 PM EDT. Wells Fargo moved its price target on Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) up to $615, from $505, and held its Overweight rating. The bank pointed to better long-term demand for AMD’s server CPUs and now sees revenue at $20.5 billion in 2027, rising to $25 billion in 2028. EPS targets moved higher as well, to $13.40 for 2027 and $18.75 for 2028, sticking with a 33x multiple on 2028 estimates. AMD is ramping up 2-nanometer EPYC Venice chips and aims for broader output in the second half of 2026. The server CPU market could hit $120 billion by 2030. AMD also added to AI infrastructure with the MEXT buy and a cloud bet on TensorWave, backing its artificial intelligence strategy.
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ICICI Bank (IBN) Drops Under 200-Day Moving Average
June 30, 2026, 5:02 PM EDT. ICICI Bank Ltd (IBN) closed at $29.00 on Tuesday, slipping under its 200-day moving average of $29.20. The stock lost 1.1%. The 52-week range is $25.08 to $34.57, leaving shares close to the bottom. The move below the average may point to more pressure for investors watching trend shifts in Indian banks.
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Cohen & Steers Quality Income Realty Fund (RQI) Trades Below 200-Day Average
June 30, 2026, 5:01 PM EDT. Cohen & Steers Quality Income Realty Fund (RQI) fell under its 200-day moving average of $12.58 on Wednesday, hitting a low of $12.50. Shares dropped about 0.9% during the session. The fund has traded between $10.61 and $14.41 over the past 52 weeks and finished at $12.60. Investors keep an eye on these averages for trends.
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PFRL Slides Under 200-Day Moving Average
June 30, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT. PGIM Floating Rate Income ETF (PFRL) slipped below its 200-day moving average of $49.53, hitting $49.36 in Tuesday trading. The fund is still up 0.2% on the day but hovers in the lower half of its 52-week band between $48.60 and $50.48. The move beneath this widely-followed technical level can point to more volatility or a weaker tone from investors. PFRL invests in floating rate debt and tracks closely to rate shifts.
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Teekay Tankers (TNK) Slides Under 200-Day Mark
June 30, 2026, 4:59 PM EDT. Teekay Tankers Ltd (TNK) shares slipped under their 200-day moving average of $65.12 on Tuesday, falling to $64.41 at the low. Stock was last down about 1.9% at $64.92. The 200-day average is closely watched for long-term trend signals. TNK has traded between $41.37 and $83.99 over the past year. Dropping under this technical level may point to changing sentiment on the stock.
TNK Crosses Below Key Moving Average Level
Dow Tops 52,000 as Caterpillar Fuels Gains, Tech Lags
June 30, 2026, 4:58 PM EDT. The Dow Jones Industrial Average finished up 164.85 points, or 0.32%, at 52,347.59, clearing 52,000 again. Caterpillar drove the move, adding about 961 points to the Dow’s recent 1,000-point jump thanks to the index’s price-weight. Microsoft, Amazon, Apple and NVIDIA together knocked almost 978 points off the Dow. The S&P 500 climbed 0.87%. Nasdaq jumped 1.54%. The Cboe Volatility Index slid to 16.36 in late trading, but dispersion across names stayed high, pointing to ongoing choppiness. The NYSE shuts Friday for Independence Day.
