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Silver Tests 0.5 Resistance Arc, Breakout Toward $66.30 in Focus
Silver is testing the 0.5 resistance arc on the 1-hour chart, with Arc Cycle Analysis pointing to a possible breakout toward $66.30.
Trump Orders Pentagon to Scale Back US-South Korea Military Exercises
Around 18,000 South Korean troops had been expected to join the drills. The decision is framed as a cost-saving step that could ease tensions with Pyongyang.
US 30-Year Treasury Auction Yield Highest Since 2001 at 5.216%
The US government sold $25 billion of 30-year Treasury bonds at 5.216%, the highest auction yield since 2001, while the 10-year note auction cleared at its highest yield since 2007.
Micro WTI Crude Oil Futures Hold Above Support Arc; $93 Rebound Possible
Micro WTI Crude Oil Futures are holding above the 0.786 Support Arc on the daily chart, with Arc Cycle Analysis pointing to a possible rebound toward $93.
Israel resumes Lebanon strikes as US readies new Iran sanctions
Israel has resumed airstrikes against Lebanon in recent days after scaling back attacks earlier this month, Reuters reported, while the US prepares fresh sanctions on Iran.
New Zealand food prices edge up, card retail sales rise in July
New Zealand's food price inflation index rose 0.1% in July from the previous month, while seasonally adjusted electronic card retail sales increased 1.3% month-on-month.
Trump Administration Opens Secret Backchannel to Iran's IRGC
The White House has reportedly set up a covert communications channel with Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, using Kurdistan President Barzani as an intermediary.
Asian Refiners Lock in Crude Earlier as Russia Fuel Risks Rise
Asian buyers are securing crude further in advance, with Indian refiners seeking November cargoes, while Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries add supply pressure.
US Prepares Tougher Measures as Iran and Oman Near Strait Deal
Iran and Oman appear closer to an agreement on managing the Strait of Hormuz, while Washington pushes for unrestricted passage and signals new sanctions may come this week.
Oil Steadies as Middle East Tensions Cloud US-Iran Outlook
Brent traded near $89 a barrel and WTI around $83 as renewed Israel-Hezbollah fighting and tanker attacks near Hormuz reduced expectations for a quick US-Iran resolution.
NAB Q3 Cash Earnings A$1.83B; Home Lending Softens
National Australia Bank reported Q3 cash earnings of A$1.83 billion and noted the Australian home lending market softened in Q3 2026.
US retail sales drop 0.6% in July, largest fall since May 2025
July US retail sales fell 0.6% versus expectations for a 0.1% increase, with non-store retailers including Amazon down 2.2% and control-group sales sliding 0.4%.
Trump Orders Cuts to Joint Military Drills With South Korea
Donald Trump said he has directed Pete Hegseth to significantly scale back joint military exercises, citing unhappiness with the long-standing US agreement to hold drills with South Korea and his strong ties with Kim Jong Un.
Eight Nations Condemn Israel's Rejection of Trump Gaza Plan
A group of eight countries including Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Turkey issued a joint statement criticizing Israel for rejecting Trump's Gaza proposal.
Iran asks Qatar to allow probe into missing air force personnel
Iranian media report Tehran has asked Doha to admit an air force fact-finding team after three Iranian personnel went missing following a March mission against a US base.
Qatar Denies Detaining Iranian Pilots Over Airspace Violation
Qatar's Foreign Ministry denied holding Iranian pilots, saying they violated Qatari airspace and ignored contact attempts.
Russia Demands US, Turkey Explain Alleged Arms Plans for Ukraine
Moscow says it is seeking explanations from Washington and Ankara over reported plans to supply arms to Kyiv, warning that any such deliveries would undermine relations.
Bulk Carrier Struck by Unknown Projectile in Strait of Hormuz
UKMTO said a bulk carrier was hit by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz on Friday, with the crew reported safe.
US AI Spending Surges, Concentrated Among Top Firms
Ramp data shows the top 1% of US businesses spent a record median $7,400 per employee per month on AI in July, far above the median firm's $11.95.
Iran's Ghalibaf Calls Agreement a Defeat for US and Israel
Iranian parliamentary speaker Ghalibaf described the agreement as a major diplomatic victory and a defeat for the United States and Israel.
Iran's Ghalibaf claims Tehran won war against US and Israel militarily and politically
Iranian official Ghalibaf said Iran won the conflict both militarily and politically, arguing the US and Israel failed to achieve all nine of their declared objectives.
Kushner Tells Hamas Trump Will Push Ahead With Gaza Plan
A Palestinian source told Al Jazeera that Kushner affirmed to Hamas leadership Trump's determination to move forward with his Gaza Strip plan, while the US rejected displacing residents.
US retail money market fund assets hit record $3.05 trillion
Retail money market fund assets reached a record $3.05 trillion in June, up $202 billion year over year, as elevated risk-free yields attract cash.
US pulls last aircraft carrier from Western Pacific
The USS George Washington is leaving the Pacific to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Middle East, temporarily leaving the Western Pacific without a US carrier, ABC News reports.