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WTI Oil Holds Gains as Buyers Defend 21-Day SMA
WTI crude oil trades around $82.13, supported by geopolitical tensions and a bullish technical bias as buyers hold the 21-day moving average.
Investors Ditch Hedges as Put-to-Call Skew Hits Lowest Since April 2025
The 1-month put-to-call skew has fallen to 1.15 points, its lowest since April 2025, signaling that investors are paying less for downside protection. Meanwhile, the 3-month call skew has surged to a 12-month high, reflecting strong demand for upside bets.
Iran Threatens to Keep Strait of Hormuz Closed Unless US Meets Conditions
Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary Mohsen Rezai said the Strait of Hormuz will stay shut until the U.S. alters its behavior and fulfills Tehran’s terms, according to sources.
Moscow Consents to Free Ex-US Marine Robert Gilman After Trump-Putin Talks
Following discussions between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, Moscow has agreed to release former U.S. Marine Robert Gilman. Trump stated that Russia asked for nothing in return.
S&P 500 Edges Lower, Oil Surges on Iran Hormuz Threat Ahead of US CPI
The S&P 500 slipped slightly as investors stayed cautious ahead of the July CPI report. Oil climbed above $83 a barrel on reports Iran plans to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed.
EIA Cuts 2026 Global Oil Output Forecast, Sees Slight Demand Dip
The U.S. Energy Information Administration lowered its 2026 world oil production forecast to 100.8 million barrels per day, while demand was trimmed to 102.7 million bpd.
UK Government Considers More Business Support but Warns of Fiscal Limits
Prime Minister Burnham says the government is exploring additional aid for businesses but won't implement unfunded measures, citing a difficult financial outlook and limited room for manoeuvre.
Fed’s Goolsbee: Inflation Is the Economy’s Biggest Problem
Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee says inflation is still the primary challenge, while the labor market remains stable but unexceptional. He stressed that the economy’s health hinges on resilient consumer spending.
Trump Announces Release of US Marine Robert Gilman from Russian Detention
Former U.S. Marine Robert Gilman is returning home after Russia agreed to release him on humanitarian grounds without any exchange, according to President Trump.
EIA Lifts US Crude and Natural Gas Production Forecasts
The latest EIA Short-Term Energy Outlook shows modest upward revisions to 2024 and 2025 crude oil and natural gas production estimates.
Qatar LNG Loadings Hit Highest Since March Amid Hormuz Optimism
Qatar's LNG loadings reached their highest level since March, indicating preparations for a potential Strait of Hormuz reopening, though volumes remain well below last year's levels.
Trump Slams New York’s ‘Pied-a-Terre Tax’, Warns of Financial Ruin
President Trump criticized New York City’s pied-à-terre tax and congestion pricing, claiming they drive residents away and threaten financial ruin for the state.
US Household Debt Improves as Delinquencies Decline
The share of consumer loans at least 30 days overdue fell to 4.7% in Q2, while student-loan delinquencies improved. However, auto, credit-card, and mortgage delinquencies remain elevated.
US Jobs Revised Down in 21 of Last 30 Months, Totaling 1.05 Million Lost
US employment data has been revised lower in 21 of the past 30 months, erasing 1.05 million previously reported jobs. The combined May–June revision was the largest two-month cut since July 2025.
US Natural Gas Prices Little Changed as Market Weighs Heat Against High Output
U.S. natural gas futures held near $2.80/MMBtu, balancing higher cooling demand from hot southern weather against robust production and softer LNG exports.
TikTok Ban on U.S. Government Devices Lifted
The Trump administration has removed restrictions on TikTok's use across federal devices, declaring the app no longer a national security threat after a restructuring deal.
Oil Prices Erase Gains as US-Iran Deal Hopes Grow
Oil prices reversed a 3% rally after Pakistan signaled that the U.S. and Iran may be nearing an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global energy flows.
Trading Firms Pay Up to $100K Monthly for Real-Time Trump Social Feed
More than ten trading firms have subscribed to Trump Media’s Truth API, paying $60,000–$100,000 per month for a real-time feed of Truth Social posts, including Donald Trump’s, to gain a speed advantage in trading decisions.
Retail Investors Pile Back Into GLD Gold ETF With Biggest Inflows Since March
The SPDR Gold Shares ETF saw retail inflows surge, with a $50 million daily total that was the largest since March, putting the fund on track for its first positive month since February.
Lebanese-Israeli Negotiations to Resume in Rome Early September
A U.S. State Department official confirmed that the Lebanese-Israeli negotiation track will restart in Rome at the beginning of September, with talks continuing in Beirut, Jerusalem, and Washington in the meantime.
Gold breaches $4,400 on ETF inflows, but Commerzbank stays sceptical
Gold pushed above USD 4,400 per ounce despite a sharp oil rally, as ETF inflows continued. Commerzbank’s Carsten Fritsch flags a sceptical outlook, with Fed rate expectations only modestly higher after soft US labour data.
Singapore’s Economy Set for Above-Trend Growth in 2026: DBS
DBS Group Research economist Chua Han Teng forecasts Singapore’s economy to deliver above-trend growth for a third straight year in 2026, supported by manufacturing, wholesale trade, and financial services.
Hyperscalers' Future Spending Commitments Reach Record $2.6 Trillion
Tech giants have disclosed $2.6 trillion in off-balance-sheet obligations for data centers and equipment, with Alphabet leading at nearly $900 billion.
China Tops US in Global Favorability, Pew Survey Shows
A Pew Research Center survey of 36 countries finds that China is now viewed more favorably than the United States in 25 of them, marking a significant shift in global public opinion.