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Iran Launches Drone Attacks on US Targets in Kuwait
Iran's army reported a new wave of drone strikes early Sunday against US military facilities in Kuwait, targeting an ammunition depot and base infrastructure.
Russia Launches 41 Ballistic Missiles at Kyiv, One Killed
On Sunday, July 19, Russia launched 41 ballistic missiles at Kyiv, including Iskander-M, Zircon, and S-400. At least one person was killed and 15 injured across five districts.
Iranian Lawmaker: US Bases Cause Insecurity That Could Close Strait of Hormuz
An Iranian lawmaker stated that any closure of the Strait of Hormuz would result from insecurity created by the United States, criticizing US military bases in Persian Gulf countries as tools for intervention rather than regional security.
China’s Financial System Is Its Biggest Vulnerability, Says Primavera’s Fred Hu
Former Goldman Sachs executive Fred Hu argues that China's financial sector, not AI or semiconductors, is the country's primary weakness in the US-China rivalry, limiting capital allocation and innovation.
U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve Crude Stocks Fall to Lowest Since 1983
Crude oil inventories in the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve have dropped to their lowest level since 1983, reducing the nation's emergency buffer and potentially amplifying crude price spikes amid geopolitical tensions.
US Labor Force Exit Hits Record 105.8 Million in June
The number of Americans not in the labor force rose by 832,000 in June to 105.8 million, an all-time high. The figure now stands 2.2 million above the pandemic-era peak, highlighting underlying weakness in the job market.
US Small Business Inflation Worries Hit Highest Since Oct 2024
In June, 21% of US small business owners cited inflation as their top problem, the highest reading since October 2024. The share has surged 10 percentage points over the past year, and the proportion of firms raising average selling prices rose to 38%, the highest since January 2023.
Permanent Portfolio on Track for 16% Gain in 2026, Best in 30 Years
The Permanent Portfolio, equally weighted in US stocks, 10-year Treasuries, commodities, and cash, is set for a 16% return in 2026—its strongest annual performance in three decades, driven by surging commodities.
China Quietly Stockpiling Gold, Goldman Estimates Show
Goldman Sachs estimates China acquired 48 tonnes of gold via the London OTC market in May, the largest monthly purchase in over a year, while official figures show only 10 tonnes. China's central bank added another 15 tonnes in June, its biggest monthly increase in 2.5 years, marking 20 consecutive months of reserve growth.
US Confirms 2 Service Members Killed in Iranian Attack on Jordan Air Base
Two US service members were killed and several wounded in an Iranian attack on an air base in Jordan, which the US says has been used for operations against Iran.
Tech Sector ETF Sees $8.7 Billion in Outflows, Worst in S&P 500
The technology ETF XLK recorded the largest sector outflows in the S&P 500 over the past month at -$8.7 billion, while financials, healthcare, and utilities attracted inflows. Tech was the worst-performing sector, falling 5.4%.
Weekend Market Update: Minor Moves Across Equities, Commodities
European and US equity indices edged lower while gold rose slightly and US crude oil gained over 1% in the weekend session.
Iran Leader: Trump's Signature Worthless After US Breaches
Iran's Supreme Leader stated that repeated US breaches of commitments have proven Trump's signature worthless, escalating tensions between Tehran and Washington.
US Corporate Insider Stock Sales Surge 20% YoY in H1 2026 to $77.6B
US corporate insiders sold $77.6 billion worth of stock in the first half of 2026, a 20% year-over-year increase and the second-largest half-year total in over 20 years. Purchases totaled just $6.9 billion, a ratio of over 11 shares sold for every one bought.
Jordan Condemns Iran's Attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait Infrastructure
Jordan has condemned renewed Iranian attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait that targeted a power station and a water desalination plant, calling them a flagrant violation of state sovereignty.
UAE and Russian Foreign Ministers Discuss Middle East Stability
The UAE and Russian foreign ministers held a phone conversation focusing on regional developments and efforts to achieve security, stability, and sustainable peace in the Middle East.
Taiwanese AI Server Makers Adopt Own Tech to Boost Supply
Taiwanese companies producing servers for AI data centers are now using the same technology internally to accelerate production and meet surging demand.
Arab League: Aggression Against Any Member Is Aggression Against All
The Secretary-General of the Arab League stated that any attack on an Arab country will be treated as an attack on the entire Arab nation, reinforcing a collective security stance.
UAE Reaffirms Solidarity with Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs has renewed its full solidarity with Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan, supporting all measures that preserve their security and stability.
Iranian MP Calls for Immediate NPT Withdrawal, Vows Revenge
Mojtaba Yousefi, a member of Iran's parliament presiding board, urged immediate withdrawal from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty and warned against failing to avenge the killing of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
China Denies Russia Critical Parts for Ice-Class Ships, Forcing Arctic Route Cuts
China has refused to supply propulsive and steering systems for Russia's Arc7 ice-class vessels, prompting Moscow to slash its 2030 Northern Sea Route cargo target from 200 million to 70–100 million tons.
Private Space Firms' Orbital Attempts Counted
A compilation shows how many launch attempts each private space company needed to reach orbit, highlighting varying success rates across US, Chinese, and Indian firms.
Weekend Markets: Global Indices Edge Lower, Crude Oil Rises
Major stock indices and commodities mostly posted slight declines over the weekend, with crude oil the only notable gainer.
Ukraine Harvests 60M Tonnes of Grain but 700,000 Depend on UN Food Aid Along Front Line
Ukraine produced 60 million metric tons of grain this year, yet 700,000 Ukrainians near the front line rely on UN food convoys for survival.