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Kuwait Reports Iranian Attack on Power and Water Plant Causes Fire
Kuwait's electricity and water ministry announced that another power generation and desalination facility was hit by an Iranian attack, sparking a fire in one component.
China Urges Enhanced Cooperation with Kyrgyzstan on Green Minerals
China has called for stronger cooperation with Kyrgyzstan across the green minerals industrial chain, while also stressing the need to protect the rights of Chinese companies operating in the country.
Iran Guards Claim Attacks on US Targets in Kuwait and Bahrain
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have claimed missile and drone strikes against a US naval fuel-support pier in Kuwait and a combat aircraft site in Bahrain, according to an IRGC-affiliated news agency.
Drone Attack Destroys Major Wildberries Logistics Center Near Moscow
A drone strike overnight hit a key Wildberries logistics hub in Elektrostal, causing a massive fire. The facility handles about 10% of the e-commerce giant's Russian turnover.
Top 1% of Americans Hold More Wealth Than Entire Middle Class
Wealth concentration in the U.S. has reached a historic extreme, with the richest 1% now owning more than the entire middle class combined, highlighting a widening gap in household wealth distribution.
U.S. National Debt Rises $11 Trillion Under Trump, $3.3 Trillion Since Return
The U.S. national debt has increased by $11 trillion during Donald Trump's presidency, with $3.3 trillion added in the first 18 months since his return to office, accounting for 28% of the current $39.5 trillion total.
U.S. Date Night Cost Hits Record $189, Young Americans Switch to $7 Coffee Dates
The average cost of a date night in the U.S. has reached a record $189, prompting many younger Americans to opt for $7 coffee dates as rising living costs reshape dating habits.
US Investor Leverage Hits Record as Net Credit Balance Plunges to -$992 Billion
US investors are more leveraged than ever, with net credit balance falling to a record -$992 billion in May 2026, increasing the risk of forced selling.
Retail Options Trading Hits Record High as Speculative Activity Surges
Retail investors generated a record $6.7 billion in daily options premiums in June, up 15% from the prior monthly high and 65% above the 2025 average. Total retail turnover across listed securities and ETFs reached $500 billion, including a record $370 billion in single-stock trading.
China Tightens Rare Earths Controls, Pressuring Global AI Supply Chain
China, which controls nearly 90% of rare earth refining, has tightened export licensing, creating supply bottlenecks for semiconductor and AI industries.
Trump Media Product Promotion Sparks Wall Street Ethics Debate
A promotional email teasing a new product from Trump Media has triggered political and ethical debate across Wall Street, as financial firms assess the implications of paying a company where President Donald Trump is the largest shareholder for promotional posts and related services.
Japan and China Reduce US Treasury Holdings Amid Reserve Management
Japan's holdings of US Treasuries fell by $96 billion over three months to $1.14 trillion, the lowest since April 2025, while China's holdings rose slightly but remain near post-crisis lows.
US margin debt surges 54%, approaching levels seen before prior market peaks
U.S. margin debt has risen 54% over the past year, a growth rate previously witnessed only near major market tops in 2000, 2007, and 2021. Excess margin growth now stands at 26%, close to its highest level since before the Global Financial Crisis.
US Labor Force Participation Falls to 61.5%, Lowest in 50 Years Outside COVID
The U.S. labor force participation rate has dropped to 61.5%, its lowest level in five decades excluding the pandemic, signaling a shrinking share of Americans working or seeking work.
Survey: 48% of Hiring Managers Would Rather Invest in AI Than Hire New Grads
A new survey reveals that nearly half of hiring managers would rather allocate resources to artificial intelligence tools than to recruiting and training recent college graduates, signaling a shift in workforce strategy.
US Advisory: Rising Tensions in Middle East Urge Caution
The US issues a security advisory warning about volatile conditions and risk of escalation in the Middle East, urging Americans to remain cautious and reconsider travel.
Kuwait Air Defense Intercepts Hostile Drones After Iranian Aggression
Kuwaiti air defense systems are actively engaging hostile drone attacks following Iranian aggression, with explosions resulting from interception operations, according to the Kuwaiti Armed Forces.
Tech Sector Reaches Record 49% of S&P 500 Market Cap
The Technology, Media, and Telecom (TMT) sector now accounts for 49% of the S&P 500's market value, surpassing the Dot-Com Bubble peak and exceeding the combined weight of financials, cyclicals, and defensives.
Big Tech Bond Demand Cools as Cover Ratio Drops to 1.7x
Investor demand for bonds issued by major tech firms fell sharply in July, with the average cover ratio dropping to 1.7x, the lowest since September 2025, well below the broader investment-grade average of 3.4x.
Commerzbank: China Housing Market in Structural Stagnation
Commerzbank analyst Dr. Henry Hao says China's housing market remains in structural stagnation five years after the Evergrande crisis, with national prices following an L-shaped path and a K-shaped divergence between Tier-1 and lower-tier cities.
Trump Threatens Higher Tariffs on Canada Over Forest Fire Pollution
President Trump has threatened to increase tariffs on Canada, accusing the country of 'willful negligence' that contributes to forest fires polluting U.S. air.
Shanghai-LA Container Rate Hits $6,482, Highest Since 2024
The spot rate for a 40-foot container from Shanghai to Los Angeles rose to $6,482 last week, marking the 10th consecutive weekly increase and nearly tripling since the Iran War began. Importers are rushing goods ahead of tariff deadlines, driving record June volumes at the Port of Los Angeles.
Wall Street Ends Lower; NASDAQ Slips 1.28%, S&P 500 Drops 0.95%
US stock indices closed lower in the latest session, with the NASDAQ falling 1.28%, the S&P 500 down 0.95%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropping 0.68%.
US Enforces Naval Blockade Against Iran, Diverts Four Ships
The United States is strictly enforcing a naval blockade against Iran. In the first three days, U.S. forces have redirected four commercial vessels, disabled one, and boarded another to ensure compliance.