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KNF Keeps CFD Review Open as XTB Shares Fall Nearly 7%
Poland's KNF said its review of how CFDs are offered remains active, with no deadline or measures set. XTB shares fell almost 7% over two sessions as the regulatory overhang weighed.
Brent Crude Holds Above $91.85 on Hormuz Conflict
Brent crude briefly traded above $91.85 per barrel, the highest in more than three weeks, as the Strait of Hormuz conflict kept oil prices elevated, BNY’s Geoff Yu noted.
Qatar: Iran-Oman Hormuz deal needed before US-Iran talks
Qatar's foreign ministry says mediators are waiting for Oman and Iran to agree bilaterally on the Strait of Hormuz before broader US-Iran negotiations can resume.
US Dollar Safe-Haven Status Faces Debt-Market Strains: Rabobank
Rising global bond yields and US fiscal concerns are challenging the traditional safe-haven role of US Treasuries and the dollar, according to Rabobank's Jane Foley.
USD/JPY eyes further gains above 160.00 as yen lags
The Japanese yen underperformed major peers on Tuesday, leaving USD/JPY higher near 159.70 in European trading with the 160.00 level in view.
LME copper tops $14,000 as tight supply squeeze deepens, ING says
LME copper has climbed above $14,000 per tonne and is nearing record highs as nearby supply conditions tighten, according to ING analysts.
Monad Foundation Early Investor Buyback Offer Mostly Rejected
Monad Foundation offered early backers a discounted exit on MON tokens reflecting a four-year lockup, but nearly all participants declined despite a $60 million allocation.
Gold slips as firmer dollar and rising Treasury yields weigh
Gold traded lower on Tuesday around $4,393, down 0.50%, snapping a two-day winning streak as US dollar strength and higher long-term Treasury yields pressured the metal.
Gold Eases Below $4,400 as US Yields Rally
Gold traded lower on Tuesday, slipping below the $4,400 level as US Treasury yields rallied and the dollar firmed modestly.
Jordan Condemns Israeli Airstrikes on Syrian Military Airport
Jordan’s Foreign Ministry criticized Israeli strikes on Syria’s Abu al-Zuhour military airport as an unjustified escalation and breach of international law.
Taiwan hands citizens $314 'AI dividend' as growth hits 50-year high
Taiwan is distributing roughly $314 per citizen as an 'AI dividend' after first-half GDP growth reached 14.15%, the strongest in 50 years. Defense spending also crossed 3% of GDP for the first time.
Brent crude back in focus as US-Iran ceasefire expires
The US-Iran ceasefire has lapsed, with Washington rejecting an extension while Tehran threatens escalation and has seized a tanker, reviving upside risks for Brent crude.
Hungary 2026 GDP Forecast Revised Up After Solid First Half
Economists lifted Hungary's 2026 GDP forecast after flash estimates showed a relatively solid first half across most of the region.
Brent crude tops $90 as US-Iran war threatens Hormuz oil supplies
Brent crude rose above $90 a barrel in early Tuesday trading, hitting its highest level in more than three weeks as the US-Iran conflict keeps energy markets on edge.
Home Depot beats Q2 estimates on stronger comparable sales
Home Depot's Q2 2026 net sales reached $47.86B, above the $47.33B expected, with adjusted EPS of $4.92 vs $4.73.
Euro Edges Higher Against Pound After Upbeat German Sentiment
The euro nudged higher against the British pound on Tuesday, supported by upbeat German economic sentiment while UK jobs data underwhelmed.
Crude and bond yields make fresh highs as inflation bets repriced
European mid-session trading saw crude oil and bond yields push to recent highs as markets repriced the inflation outlook. Home Depot is expected to offer an early read on consumer conditions.
UOB: USDJPY Upward Momentum Limited Within Tight Range
United Overseas Bank strategists see a slight improvement in USDJPY momentum but no signal of a sustained advance, leaving the pair likely rangebound in the near term.
South Korean regulator approves block on Polymarket
South Korea’s communications standards commission approved a block on Polymarket, calling the platform an illegal gambling venue.
Kraken Lets European Users Hold US Equities and xStocks Together
Kraken has launched trading in US-listed stocks for eligible customers across the European Economic Area, adding traditional equities to its existing cryptocurrency and tokenised stock offerings. Eligible EEA customers can now access more than 7,000 US equities under Kraken's MiFID II authorisation. The service is available through the desktop and mobile versions of Kraken Pro, as well as the Krak
Canada Warns Iranian Conscripts IRGC Service May Threaten Residency
Iranian men who completed compulsory service in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps fear they and their families could lose the right to remain in Canada after letters warned the mandatory stint may be viewed as membership in a terrorist organization.
Thailand GDP growth slows to 1.9% in Q2 2026
Thailand's real GDP growth eased to 1.9% year-on-year in Q2 2026 from 2.8% in Q1, according to DBS Group Research.
Silver Falls 1.25% as XAG/USD Drops to $64.97
Silver prices declined on Tuesday, with XAG/USD trading at $64.97 per troy ounce, down 1.25% from $65.79 according to FXStreet data.
Revolut Has 1.2 Million Australians. Mortgages Could Be Next
Revolut Australia CEO Matt Baxby says home lending is a possible next step for the fintech's 1.2 million local customers, following its first Asia-Pacific banking licence.