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WTI Holds Near One-Month High Above $83 on Iran Risks
West Texas Intermediate crude oil prices remain elevated near a one-month high, trading above $83.50 as geopolitical risks from Iran support bullish sentiment.
Trump Says US Striking Iran 'Very Hard' in Honor of Killed Service Members
President Donald Trump stated that the latest US strikes on Iran are being conducted in honor of American service members killed in recent days, according to a report by The Guardian.
US Embassy Warns of Possible Iran Strike in Central Manama, Bahrain
The U.S. Embassy has issued a warning that Iran may attempt to strike unspecified locations in central Manama, urging Americans to stay alert and follow local authorities.
Asia-Pacific Equities Mixed on US-Iran Tensions, Japan Closed
Asia-Pacific stocks were mixed as US-Iran escalation weighed on sentiment, with Japan closed for a holiday and South Korea's KOSPI falling after a long weekend.
Asian Markets Tumble as Oil Surges on US-Iran Tensions, Fed Concerns Loom
Asian equities fell as oil prices hit multi-month highs following escalated U.S.-Iran strikes, fueling inflation fears. The tech sector also weakened on AI leadership doubts, while the Fed's rate path remains uncertain.
Oil Surges Past $91, WTI Above $84 on Middle East Tensions
Brent crude climbed above $91 and WTI rose above $84 after U.S.-Iran hostilities escalated. Asian stocks fell, the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index entered a bear market, and the dollar strengthened on rate hike expectations.
Gold Falls Toward $4,000 on US-Iran Tensions, Rate Hike Bets
Gold price (XAU/USD) slipped to around $4,000 in early Asian trading on Monday, as heightened US-Iran hostilities boosted expectations of a Federal Reserve rate hike. The precious metal has been hovering near the psychological level after posting a 14% decline in Q2, its worst quarter in recent years.
Brent Crude Surges Above $90 as US-Iran Tensions Disrupt Oil Shipping
Brent crude oil jumped above $90 per barrel as escalating US-Iran hostilities and threats to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz heighten global supply concerns, with attacks expanding to energy infrastructure and tight inventories offering little buffer.
US Central Command: New Wave of Strikes Against Iran for Ninth Consecutive Night
The US Central Command has begun a new wave of strikes against Iran as of 7pm ET, marking the ninth consecutive night of operations aimed at degrading Iranian military capabilities used to attack commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
Foreign Private Investors Pile Into US Stocks at Near-Record Pace in May
Foreign private sector net purchases of US stocks surged $35.2 billion month-on-month in May to $121 billion, the second-largest monthly inflow on record. Meanwhile, foreign investors dumped South Korean and Taiwanese equities at record or near-record rates.
TSMC CFO Cites Strong Multi-Year AI Chip Demand, Open to Bond Issuance for Capex
TSMC's CFO stated that demand for AI chips remains strong over multiple years and the company may issue bonds to fund capital expenditures if market conditions are favorable. Physical constraints at the Arizona plant are being addressed with U.S. government cooperation.
US launches airstrikes against Iran in response to troop deaths
The United States carried out airstrikes on Sunday aimed at punishing Iran for the first American military fatalities since hostilities with the Islamic republic resumed.
Iran Blames US for Attack on Power Plant, Warns of Consequences
Iranian official Gharibabadi condemns a US strike on an under-construction power plant, calling it a dangerous assault on peaceful infrastructure and holding Washington responsible for instability.
US 30-Year Treasury Yield Hits 5.06% at Auction, Highest Since 2007
The US sold 30-year bonds at a 5.06% yield, the highest auction result since 2007, as long-term yields rise amid growing debt burden and competition from AI-related corporate debt issuance.
U.S. Deploys Additional F-16 and F-35 Jets to Middle East After Deadly Attack
The U.S. is deploying additional F-16 and F-35 fighter jets along with aerial refueling aircraft to the Middle East. The order was placed before an attack in Jordan that killed two U.S. soldiers, and some jets may be stationed at Israeli air force bases.
US Tech Sector Returns Near Dot-Com Peak Levels
The US information technology sector has posted an average annual return of +9% over the past decade, matching the performance of communication services after the 2008 crisis. This streak of seven years as the top-performing sector is the longest since the 1960s.
Two US Service Members Killed in Iranian Attack on Jordan, Another Killed in Iraq
CENTCOM reports two U.S. service members killed and one missing after an Iranian attack in Jordan on July 17. Separately, a U.S. service member was killed and another wounded in northern Iraq on July 18 during a controlled detonation of unexploded ordnance from a downed Iranian drone.
Leveraged Semiconductor ETFs Lose $63B in Assets Since June Peak
Assets under management in US leveraged semiconductor ETFs have fallen by $63 billion from the June peak to $100 billion, marking a 39% decline and the largest drawdown since April 2025.
Krugman Calls for Higher Corporate Tax Rate
In a recent Substack column, economist Paul Krugman proposed raising the corporate tax rate, sparking debate on tax policy.
Gold Seen as More Than Safe-Haven, Now Essential Financial Infrastructure
Amid widespread discussion of gold's price correction, observers note its evolving role from a safe-haven asset to a core component of global financial infrastructure. Key distinctions from other assets are highlighted, though details remain unclear.
U.S. National Debt Rises to $39.5 Trillion in 2026, Up 167% Since 2011
The U.S. national debt has grown from $14.79 trillion in 2011 to $39.5 trillion in 2026, a 167% increase over 15 years.
US Large-Company Bankruptcies Hit 16-Year High in First Half of 2026
The US recorded 372 large-company bankruptcies in the first six months of 2026, the highest first-half total in 16 years and surpassing the full-year total for 2022. Industrial firms led with 50 filings.
Chinese AI Models Capture Record 58% Token Share on OpenRouter
Chinese AI models now account for ~58% of tokens used by US firms on OpenRouter, tripling since mid-January and overtaking US models for the first time in March.
UAE Reaffirms Solidarity with Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs has renewed its full solidarity with Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan, expressing support for measures to preserve their security and stability.