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Qatar Condemns Iran’s Ship Attacks, Urges Commitment to MoU
Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani condemned Iran's recent attacks on ships and called on all parties to adhere to a memorandum of understanding, following a phone call with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.
Physical AI Moves from Demo to Factory Floor, Facing Real-World Constraints
The key constraints for Physical AI deployment are real-world data, battery life, edge chips, safety certification, and the cost of deploying machines in messy industrial settings, not investor enthusiasm.
Physical AI Moves from Demo to Factory Floor as Robots Face Real-World Challenges
Physical AI is transitioning from demonstration settings to actual industrial deployment, but the key hurdles are real-world data, battery life, edge chips, safety certification, and high deployment costs.
BOJ Osaka Branch Warns Rising B2B Costs May Hit Consumer Prices by Summer
A Bank of Japan Osaka branch manager noted that companies have rapidly passed on higher costs in business-to-business prices, and this could begin affecting consumer prices from summer, warranting close attention to consumption trends.
Oil Back in Driver's Seat as Middle East Tensions Escalate
Middle East tensions flare up after Trump declares ceasefire over and US continues bombing Iran, putting oil back in focus for markets.
US Escalates Strikes on Iran; Asia Market Update
US launched heavier strikes on Iran overnight. In Asia, SK Hynix's US IPO was oversubscribed 7x, Chinese tech stocks rose as CPI eased, and Fast Retailing reported earnings.
Oil Jumps as US Strikes Iran Again, Hormuz Risk Returns
WTI crude surged above $75 as renewed US military action against Iran brings the Strait of Hormuz back into focus, repricing geopolitical risk premiums.
WTI Fails at Key Fibonacci Level, Slides Toward $74.00
West Texas Intermediate crude oil prices failed to sustain a two-day rally, falling from a two-week high as technical indicators remain mixed, trading near $74.00.
Gold Resumes Decline, Elliott Wave Targets $3400
Spot gold continues its bearish correction from January highs, with an Elliott Wave pattern suggesting further downside toward $3400.
Iran's Ghalibaf Warns US Military Action Will Be Met with Retaliation
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned the US that any military action will prompt retaliation, and underscored that control over the Strait of Hormuz remains with Iran.
China June CPI Inflation Slows to 1.0% YoY, Below Forecast
China's Consumer Price Index rose 1.0% year-on-year in June, missing the expected 1.1% and down from May's 1.2% increase.
WTI holds above $74.00, close to two-week top as bears hesitate on US-Iran/Hormuz risks
WTI crude oil remains above $74.00, hovering near a two-week high as traders assess US-Iran tensions and risks to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
US Financial Conditions Index Hits Easiest Level Since Feb 2026
The US Financial Conditions Index rose to approximately 1.2 points, reaching its loosest level since February 2026 and near an 11-year high. The surge is driven by rising equities and narrowing corporate bond spreads, despite recent inflation increases.
Japan Order Flows: Overseas Stock Buys Surge, Foreign Selling Slows
Japanese investors purchased ¥824.5 billion in foreign stocks for the week of July 3, a sharp increase from the prior week, while foreign selling of Japanese stocks slowed dramatically.
Agentic AI Market to Exceed $155B by 2030 as Enterprise Focus Shifts
The enterprise AI market is projected to surpass $155 billion by 2030, driven by the rapid shift toward agentic AI systems that can connect to corporate data and automate complex workflows.
Gold Falls Below $4,100 as US-Iran Tensions Fuel Inflation Fears, Fed Hike Bets
Gold (XAU/USD) slipped to around $4,075 in early Asian trading on Thursday, extending losses after President Trump declared the US-Iran ceasefire over, reigniting concerns of renewed conflict, higher inflation, and potential Federal Reserve rate hikes.
AustralianSuper to Invest Additional A$500 Million in India's National Investment and Infrastructure Fund
AustralianSuper, Australia's largest superannuation fund, will invest an additional A$500 million into India's National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF), according to a statement.
Oil Rally Extends as US Strikes Iran, Supply Fears Grow
Oil prices continued to climb after the US launched a second day of airstrikes against Iran, escalating geopolitical tensions and renewing concerns over potential supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz.
Stocks Slip as Iran Oil Shock Tests Investor Faith Ahead of Earnings Season
Equities fell as a surge in crude oil prices triggered by Iran headlines compounded existing market pressures from an AI and momentum unwind, lifting yields and the dollar.
WTI Crude Oil Rallies Above $74.50 as Geopolitical Premium Returns
West Texas Intermediate crude oil surged more than 3.5% to trade near $74.50 on Wednesday, recovering from a $68.00 floor as fading peace prospects restore the war premium.
US launches fresh strikes on Iran, ceasefire in Strait of Hormuz collapses
The US has launched new airstrikes on Iran, hitting over 80 targets in and around the Strait of Hormuz, days after a fragile ceasefire under the Versailles accord collapsed. President Trump declared the agreement over but left the door open to further talks.
US Stocks Fall as Oil Surges Over $80 on Renewed US-Iran Tensions
U.S. stocks closed lower after renewed U.S.-Iran tensions sent Brent crude briefly above $80, reviving inflation concerns and increasing bets on Fed rate hikes. WTI crude jumped 5.4% to $74.25, while the S&P 500 fell 0.3% and the Dow dropped 1.1%.
US CENTCOM Launches Additional Strikes Against Iran to Protect Strait of Hormuz
The US military has carried out further strikes against Iran at the direction of the commander in chief to degrade Tehran's ability to threaten freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, according to CENTCOM.
JD Vance: Any Attempt to Close Strait of Hormuz Will Trigger U.S. Military Response
According to sources, JD Vance stated that any Iranian attempt to close the Strait of Hormuz would prompt a U.S. military response, and that strikes will continue until Iran opens the lane and stops attacking vessels.