Stocks Key Facts • Nvidia projects fiscal first-quarter sales will be approximately $78 billion. • The company stated that customers are racing to invest in AI compute infrastructure. Commodities Key Facts • Gold prices tested the $5200 level as the bullish momentum continues. • Silver prices also pushed higher alongside the gold rally. • Rising global tensions are driving investors toward safe-haven assets. 1 sources Crypto Key Facts • Stripe is reportedly exploring a potential acquisition of all or parts of PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL), according to a Bloomberg report. • Discussions remain in the early stages and aim to unite two global payments giants. • The move comes as both companies expand their presence in the cryptocurrency and stablecoin markets. Forex Key Facts • New nominees for the Bank of Japan (BOJ) leadership were announced. • USD/JPY faced selling pressure, indicating Japanese Yen strength. • Japanese stocks rallied to reach new record highs. 1 sources Macro Economy Key Facts • President Trump plans to sign a supplemental proclamation to increase tariff levels to 15% where appropriate. • The US administration seeks to address gaps in the trade deal with Canada and Mexico (USMCA). • The US expects the UK and European Union to honor their existing trade deals. 1 sources Central Banks Key Facts • Thailand's central bank cut its policy rate at its first meeting of the year. • This marks the second consecutive round of monetary easing. 1 sources Geopolitics Key Facts • The U.S. continues to build up military forces in the Middle East region. • Trump warns of 'bad things' if Iran does not agree to a deal during the upcoming round of talks. 1 sources Bonds Key Facts • UBS strategists warned that default rates in the private credit market could surge to as high as 15%. • The primary driver for this projected surge is the 'aggressive' disruption that AI could cause to the business models of corporate borrowers. 1 sources Key Facts • Beth Kindig, lead tech analyst at I/O Fund, discussed Nvidia's future trajectory ahead of its earnings report. • The analysis focuses on Nvidia's leadership in the semiconductor sector and AI innovation. Key Facts • Sea Limited (SE) is expected to face pressure from rising credit costs and operating expenses despite strong momentum in Shopee. • Nvidia (NVDA) is set to report earnings in what is considered a defining moment for markets due to its AI chip leadership. • StoneCo (STNE) is likely to show revenue and EPS gains fueled by credit expansion and cost efficiency. Key Facts • Nvidia beat Wall Street estimates for revenue and earnings driven by surging demand for AI-focused chips. • Revenue guidance for the current quarter was significantly ahead of market expectations. • Nvidia received a rating upgrade with its valuation considered reasonable compared to industry peers. 1 sources Key Facts • Nvidia is scheduled to report its fiscal fourth-quarter earnings after the closing bell on Feb. 25. • Insatiable demand for GPUs is expected to help the company exceed Wall Street's fiscal fourth-quarter sales and profit estimates. • The report suggests that success will be determined by a specific metric beyond sales and profits, particularly regarding the fiscal 2027 outlook. 1 sources Key Facts • Traders are on edge and highly anxious ahead of Nvidia's earnings report tonight. • The market saw a 1% decline on Monday fueled by fears that AI might trigger an economic doom cycle. • Some analysts believe the recent market decline was an overreaction or 'overcooked'. 1 sources Key Facts • CASI Pharmaceuticals received a decision from the Nasdaq Hearings Panel to delist its securities from the exchange. • Trading of the company's securities on Nasdaq will be suspended at the open of business on February 26, 2026. • The delisting is due to the company's failure to satisfy Nasdaq's continued listing conditions. 1 sources Key Facts • Meta signed an agreement to purchase AMD's MI450 chips to power its data centers. • The deal could reach a value of $100 billion and includes an option for Meta to take a 10% stake in AMD. • The agreement covers a 6-gigawatt capacity for data centers. 2 sources Key Facts • Over $275 billion in market value was erased from software equities in a single day. • IBM is identified as a victim of the disruptive potential of AI. • The decline began in late 2025 and accelerated during the 'Saaspocalyspe' in February 2026. 2 sources Key Facts • Nvidia is expected to report Q4 revenue of approximately $65.5 billion, a 67% year-over-year increase. • The company has beaten analyst estimates in 20 of the past 22 quarters. • Nvidia's quarterly revenue has more than doubled in under two years. Key Facts • Wall Street analysts have set the revenue expectation for NVIDIA's fiscal Q4 2026 at $65.7 billion. • Official financial results are expected to be released after the market close tonight. Key Facts • Nvidia's earnings exceeded analyst expectations, driven by record revenue in its data center segment. • Nvidia is the only member of the 'Magnificent Seven' stocks to show gains so far this year. • Shares of Tesla, Microsoft, Alphabet, Meta, Apple, and Amazon have yet to see gains in 2026 according to the report. Key Facts • AMD secured a 6GW GPU deal with Meta Platforms Inc. • Wall Street reactions are mixed; JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs remain cautious while BofA Securities is bullish. • The deal is framed as a significant challenge to Nvidia's dominance in the AI chip market. 1 sources Key Facts • C3.ai is cutting 26% of its global workforce as part of a restructuring push. • New CEO Stephen Ehikian is leading the company's restructuring efforts. • The company forecast current-quarter sales below market estimates. 1 sources Key Facts • Driven Brands stock crashed after the company failed to release its scheduled earnings report. • The company was supposed to report earnings today but did not proceed as planned. 1 sources Key Facts • Investors are awaiting Nvidia's earnings report for clues on the market impact of AI. • Anthropic is loosening its central safety policy amid a dispute with the US Defense Department over guardrails. 1 sources Key Facts • Meta and AMD entered into a massive $100 billion deal related to AI technology. • The S&P 500 climbed 0.8%, recovering nearly three-quarters of its sharp drop from the previous day. 2 sources Key Facts • Reports emerged indicating Stripe's interest in potentially acquiring or merging with PayPal. • The potential combination would significantly restructure the global payments industry landscape. 1 sources Key Facts • Paramount has increased its bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery to $31 per share. • Warner Bros. is still recommending Netflix’s takeover bid but is currently reviewing the fresh offer from Paramount. • Neither company provided further details regarding the specifics of the revised Paramount bid. Key Facts • AMD signed a landmark multi-year agreement with Meta Platforms valued at at least $60 billion. • Meta will deploy 6 gigawatts of AI compute power using AMD’s next-gen Instinct MI450 accelerators. • AMD issued performance-based warrants to Meta for up to 160 million shares, representing about a 10% stake. 1 sources Key Facts • Vopak's net profit for FY 2025 increased by 61% to EUR 604 million. • The company announced a EUR 1.7 billion shareholder distribution program through 2030, including a EUR 500 million share buyback. • Proposed dividend for FY 2025 is EUR 1.80 per share, a 12.5% year-on-year increase. 1 sources Key Facts • Sandisk significantly exceeded market expectations for revenue and EPS in Q2. • The company guides for Q3 revenue between $4.4B-$4.8B and EPS between $12-$14. • Gross margin jumped from 29.9% in Q1 to 51.1% in Q2, with Q3 guidance reaching up to 66.9%. 1 sources Key Facts • Exports are experiencing a major boom, supporting economic strength. • The local currency is showing significant improvement alongside the market rally. • The government is pursuing an ambitious reform program specifically aimed at boosting stock market attractiveness. 2 sources Key Facts • Axon Enterprise shares jumped 16% in premarket trading following strong financial results. • Fourth-quarter profit exceeded Wall Street analyst expectations. • Profit growth is attributed to strong demand for security devices and software, bolstered by government spending. Key Facts • Azul successfully completed its voluntary financial restructuring and emerged from Chapter 11. • The company received $850M in new equity investments. • Debt and lease obligations were reduced by approximately $2.5B, achieving the lowest leverage in the company's history. 1 sources Key Facts • Mounjaro and Zepbound accounted for 56% of Eli Lilly's total revenues in 2025. • Surging demand for obesity treatments led to a revenue breakthrough. • Medicare access and new product launches are expected to fuel future growth. 1 sources Key Facts • Nvidia's upcoming Vera Rubin system delivers 10 times more performance per watt compared to its Blackwell predecessor. • The new system is scheduled to begin shipping in the second half of 2026. • Vera Rubin will consume about twice as much power as Blackwell but offers significantly higher efficiency. 2 sources Key Facts • UnitedHealth (UNH) stock dropped 23.1% in under a month, falling from $356 to $274. • The Trump administration proposed a near-flat reimbursement rate increase of only 0.09% for 2027, significantly lower than industry models. • Disappointing 2026 financial guidance contributed to the downward pressure on the stock. 1 sources Key Facts • Hims & Hers faces existential risks due to regulatory uncertainty surrounding compounded GLP-1 drugs. • The company is under an SEC investigation, which is clouding investor trust and visibility. • Margin erosion and weak guidance have undermined the company's growth narrative despite subscriber increases. 1 sources Key Facts • Workday (WDAY) shares have fallen 40% since the start of 2026. • The latest earnings report triggered a wave of analyst downgrades. • The company is being viewed as a victim of the so-called "SaaS-pocalypse" affecting the software sector. 1 sources Key Facts • Hub Group (HUBG) shares plummeted over 27% on February 6, 2026, following the disclosure of accounting errors. • The company admitted that its quarterly financial reports dating back to March 31, 2025, should no longer be relied upon. • Law firm Hagens Berman has launched an investigation into whether the company intentionally misled investors regarding accounting standards. 1 sources Key Facts • TSMC raised its annual dividend to at least TWD 23 per share in 2026, a 28% increase from TWD 18 in 2025. • The company is guiding for 38% revenue growth in the first quarter of 2026. • The strong growth reflects sustained demand for AI technologies despite ongoing geopolitical risks. 1 sources Key Facts • Nvidia is preparing to release its Q4 earnings, serving as a primary barometer for the AI revolution. • Dutch company ASML is among the most impacted European firms by Nvidia's results due to its role in supplying chipmaking equipment. 1 sources Key Facts • PayPal is reportedly attracting takeover interest from undisclosed parties. • Meta plans to spend billions of dollars on hardware from AMD. 1 sources Key Facts • Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos is scheduled to attend White House meetings on Thursday to discuss the proposed acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery. • The move underscores the political and regulatory dynamics involved in the potential merger proposal. Key Facts • Q4 2025 revenue increased by 45% to SEK 1,035.3 million. • The company increased its dividend by 50% to SEK 6 per share. • Revenue growth in local currencies reached 52% compared to the same period last year. 1 sources Key Facts • C3 AI stock experienced a significant drop following the release of its Q3 earnings report. 1 sources Key Facts • French utility Engie agreed to acquire UK Power Networks for an equity value of 10.5 billion pounds ($14.23 billion). 1 sources Key Facts • Axon Enterprises stock jumped after announcing its transition into an AI-driven company. • The company saw a surge in bookings for AI-driven services tailored for law enforcement clients. Key Facts • Coupang is preparing to release its financial results on Thursday under intense investor scrutiny. • The company is facing fallout from a massive data breach in South Korea that has damaged consumer trust. • Competitors have begun luring shoppers away from Coupang's platform as a result of the crisis. 1 sources Key Facts • Novo Nordisk signed a deal worth up to $2.1 billion with U.S.-based Vivtex Corp. • The partnership aims to develop next-generation oral biologic medicines for obesity and diabetes. • The agreement also covers comorbidities associated with obesity and diabetes. Key Facts • Nvidia's CFO confirmed that the company has yet to generate any revenue in China. 1 sources Key Facts • Coinbase was among the S&P 500's biggest gainers on Wednesday. • The crypto giant rolled out traditional stock trading services on its platform. 1 sources Key Facts • Paramount's streaming revenue rose, while its traditional TV segment faces headwinds. • Paramount is pursuing a high-stakes bid for rival Warner Bros. Discovery. 1 sources Key Facts • Pernod Ricard's net sales fell 14.9% on a reported basis and 5.9% organically. • The company's flagship brands showed negative trends in both volume and pricing. • The dividend remains uncovered by free cash flow, raising concerns of a potential cut. 1 sources Key Facts • Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang stated that markets 'got it wrong' regarding the perceived threat of AI to software companies. • Investors expressed concerns that the massive spending on AI hardware might not be sustainable. • There are growing fears of a bubble forming in the AI sector. 1 sources Key Facts • Trade Desk's stock declined as a growth slowdown caused further concern among Wall Street investors. • The company noted that clients in the automotive and packaged-goods sectors are currently under pressure. 1 sources Key Facts • Amazon's stock price dropped from a peak of $260 in November to just above $200 in late February. • The decline has exceeded 20% from its recent peak, officially placing the stock in bear market territory. 1 sources Key Facts • Novo Nordisk has slashed the price of its weight-loss drug Wegovy by half. • The company's stock has dropped 22% in the past week and 56% over the past year. • The stock is currently trading near its 52-week low. 1 sources Key Facts • BlueScope's board rejected an $11 billion takeover offer from Steel Dynamics and SGH. • Chair Jane McAloon stated the offer is insufficient but the board is open to further engagement if specific issues are addressed. 1 sources Key Facts • Intuitive Machines (LUNR) announced a $175 million strategic equity investment. • The investment is led by global institutional investors. • The funding will be used to advance satellite communications and in-space data processing capabilities. 1 sources Key Facts • Chad Anderson of Space Capital stated that a SpaceX IPO will reprice the entire private space market. 1 sources Key Facts • Axon shares surged 16% in after-hours trading following the release of Q4 results. • The results showed robust revenue growth and incremental margin improvements. 1 sources Key Facts • Amazon is seeing explosive demand for its Arm-based Graviton chips. • Arm's data center royalty revenue doubled over the past year. 1 sources Key Facts • Mercado Libre reported a 45% surge in revenue for the fourth quarter. • AI investments supported operational efficiency and growth across the e-commerce ecosystem. 1 sources Key Facts • ImmunityBio stock has experienced a massive rally of 471%. • The stock could enter a new round of gains if short sellers are forced to capitulate and cover their positions. 1 sources Key Facts • An analyst expressed strong bullish sentiment regarding Nvidia stock ahead of the company's earnings report today. 1 sources Key Facts • Lowe's forecast annual sales and profit below Wall Street estimates. • American consumers are delaying big-ticket home renovations and reining in DIY spending. • The spending slowdown is attributed to economic uncertainty and elevated borrowing costs. Key Facts • Southern Company subsidiaries Georgia Power and Alabama Power received a loan package of up to $26.54 billion. • The funding is provided by the Department of Energy's Office of Energy Dominance Financing (EDF). • The investments are expected to generate $7 billion in benefits for customers by lowering energy costs and strengthening the grid. 2 sources Key Facts • Autonomous driving startup Wayve raised $1.2 billion in a funding round. • The funding was led by SoftBank Group with participation from Microsoft, Nvidia, and automakers. • The company's post-money valuation reached $8.6 billion. 1 sources Key Facts • Moody's identified a $662 billion accounting risk related to data-center buildouts by five major tech companies. • The companies involved are Meta, Amazon, Alphabet, Oracle, and Microsoft. • Moody's stated that current accounting liabilities may not accurately reflect plausible future scenarios for these massive investments. 1 sources Key Facts • Circle Internet Group shares surged 23% following the announcement of strong fourth-quarter profits. • The company posted revenue of $770 million, beating analyst estimates of $744 million. • Revenue marked a 77% increase from a year earlier, driven by demand for the USDC stablecoin. 2 sources Key Facts • ASML identifies AI as the primary driver for long-term product demand in its 2025 annual report. 1 sources Key Facts • Light & Wonder reported quarterly earnings of $1.96 per share. • Earnings surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.53 per share. • Earnings increased compared to $1.42 per share recorded a year ago. 1 sources Key Facts • Kyndryl Holdings filed amended quarterly and annual reports revealing material weaknesses in internal controls. • The company admitted that disclosure controls and internal control over financial reporting were ineffective during 2025. • These amendments follow the departure of 3 key executives and occur amid a pending securities class action lawsuit. 2 sources Key Facts • Snowflake reported revenue growth in the fourth quarter while narrowing its net loss. • The company is increasingly looking to artificial intelligence to drive its business growth. 1 sources Key Facts • Thrive Capital invested approximately $1 billion in OpenAI. • OpenAI was valued at $285 billion in this deal. • The investment is separate from a $100 billion funding round the company is currently finalizing. 1 sources Key Facts • Palantir was upgraded to a 'strong buy' as valuation contraction created a rare entry opportunity amid accelerating growth. • The company posted 70% YoY revenue growth in Q4, with billings up 91%. • Commercial revenue rose 82% YoY with net dollar retention at 139%. 1 sources Key Facts • Microsoft shares are approaching their 200-week moving average, currently less than 3% above this level. • This level is considered a critical technical support crossroads unseen in over 10 years. 2 sources Key Facts • Lucid reported earnings that significantly missed analyst expectations. • The company is targeting vehicle production between 25,000 and 27,000 units for 2026. • The 2026 production target represents a 40% to 51% increase compared to the previous year. 2 sources Key Facts • Workday's stock fell sharply following the release of earnings and margin guidance. • Margin outlook missed analyst expectations due to increased investments in AI. Key Facts • Hyundai Motor Group plans a multi-billion dollar investment to build a robot factory, data center, and hydrogen infrastructure. • The project will be located in the Saemangeum area on South Korea's west coast. 1 sources Key Facts • HekaBio and Alpha Tau Medical received regulatory approval in Japan for Alpha DaRT treatment for head and neck cancer. • Japan is the first market outside of Israel to approve this innovative radiation therapy. 1 sources Key Facts • AI investment has contributed approximately $250 billion to US GDP. • Capital expenditures by hyperscalers increased from $160 billion to an estimated $415 billion last year. • Previous investment cycles show that stocks often peak 1-2 years before capital expenditures reach their peak. 1 sources Key Facts • Wind turbine manufacturer Nordex reported 2025 core profits that exceeded market expectations. • The company achieved record order intakes for the second consecutive year, driving profit growth. 1 sources Key Facts • The United States announced preliminary duties on solar imports from India and several other Asian countries. • Shares of Indian solar equipment manufacturers fell between 4% and 11% on Wednesday. 2 sources Key Facts • Nvidia's revenue growth accelerated significantly in fiscal Q3. • Management provided exceptionally strong guidance for fiscal Q4. • Data center revenue soared, driven by AI demand. Key Facts • E.ON plans to invest 48 billion euros ($57 billion) over the next five years. • Investments will be directed toward expanding and modernizing energy grids to support growing data centers in Europe. 2 sources Key Facts • Leonardo defence group delivered 2025 financial results that exceeded its targets. • The company saw a significant increase in all its key financial indicators. • The company successfully reduced its debt levels. 1 sources Key Facts • Snowflake is scheduled to report fourth-quarter financials after the stock market closes Wednesday. 1 sources Key Facts • MSCI’s Asia-Pacific index rose 1.59% driven by technology stocks. • Japan’s Nikkei hit a record high, while Korea’s KOSPI traded above 6,000 for the first time. • Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix share prices have doubled since October due to a global memory chip shortage. 1 sources Key Facts • Santander aims to achieve a profit of over 20 billion euros by 2028. • The bank seeks to lift its profitability ratio by almost four percentage points to above 20%. • Synergies from recent deals in the U.S. and Britain are key drivers for these targets. 2 sources Key Facts • Diageo expects organic net sales to decline by 2% to 3%. • The company attributed the decline to weakness in its U.S. business and Chinese white spirits. 1 sources Key Facts • EDP Renovaveis' recurring net profit rose by 50% in 2025. • Growth was driven by strong capacity expansion in the United States. • The company saw a decline in capital gains during the same period. 2 sources Key Facts • BasePoint Capital raised its takeover offer for IPF to 250 pence per share. • The offer comprises 235 pence in cash plus a 15 pence special dividend. • The company reported stronger-than-expected full-year results simultaneously with the revised offer. 1 sources Key Facts • SK Hynix plans to invest 21.6 trillion won ($15.07 billion) to build new chip production lines. • The new facilities will be built in the city of Yongin, South Korea, by 2030. • The investment aims to meet the rising global demand for semiconductors. 1 sources Key Facts • Novo Nordisk is facing increasing pricing pressure and fierce competition in the pharmaceutical market. • The company is suffering from pipeline setbacks and a lack of diversification compared to its competitors. • The company is increasingly exposed to the U.S. market, where drug prices are falling rapidly. 1 sources Key Facts • Fiserv's share price collapsed by approximately 75% from its all-time high of $238.59. • Half of the decline occurred in a single day following the release of disastrous Q3-25 results. • Organic revenue growth in fiscal 2026 is expected between +1% and +3%, down from historical low-double digit rates. 2 sources Key Facts • Drilling intersected 901 meters of 0.43% Copper Equivalent (CuEq) starting from the surface. • The mineralized footprint of the project effectively quadrupled across a 1.7 km trend. • Copper-Gold-Molybdenum mineralization was found in rocks previously interpreted to be barren. 1 sources Key Facts • The technology stock trade has started 2026 on a weak footing due to fears of AI disruption. • Investors are rotating into sectors that previously lagged, pulling momentum away from tech. • Nvidia's upcoming performance is viewed as a critical test for the market's ability to recover. 2 sources Key Facts • Bank of Montreal (BMO) reported net income of $2,489 million for Q1 2026, a 16% increase from the previous year. • Adjusted earnings per share (EPS) reached $3.48, surpassing last year's figure of $3.04. • Provision for credit losses (PCL) decreased to $746 million compared to $1,011 million in the prior year. Key Facts • AMD's Q4 revenues grew 34% to $10.27B, driven by strong datacenter and GPU sales. • Gross margins rose to 54% and operating margins to 17% as the company evolves into an infrastructure leader. • 2026 is projected as an inflection year with MI450 GPUs and Helios rack deployments, setting up 2027 for FCF acceleration. 1 sources Key Facts • Netflix stock has plunged 41%, reaching its lowest valuation in 3 years. • The platform reached a record 325 million paying members by the end of 2025. • Netflix is currently locked in a bidding war for Warner Bros. 1 sources Key Facts • Aston Martin announced it will cut 20% of its workforce. • The company's annual profit came in worse than expected. • Pressures stem from weak demand in China and US tariff pressures. 2 sources Key Facts • Nordex reported better-than-expected 2025 core profit. • The company achieved record order intake for the second consecutive year. • The company is targeting expansion in the U.S. market following its strong financial performance. 2 sources Key Facts • Seagate's nearline capacity is fully committed through 2026. • Multi-year contracts extend into 2027–2028, providing strong revenue visibility. • HAMR/Mozaic technologies are driving higher-capacity drives and margin expansion. 1 sources Key Facts • Celldex completed enrollment in the global Phase 3 program of barzolvolimab for chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU). • 1,939 patients were enrolled across 43 countries, making it the largest program in antihistamine refractory CSU. • The program consists of two global Phase 3 trials: EMBARQ-CSU1 and EMBARQ-CSU2. 1 sources Key Facts • Lumentum is a critical supplier of advanced lasers for Nvidia's next-generation networking platforms. • The Optical Circuit Switch (OCS) backlog now exceeds $400 million, serving as a new growth driver. • The structural shift to 200G per lane EMLs is driving higher margins and revenue growth. 1 sources Key Facts • Amazon announced a massive $200 billion capex plan, which led to a share price decline. • AWS cloud unit posted 24% growth, its highest growth rate since 2022. • Amazon's valuation relative to operating cash flow reached its cheapest level since 2010. 1 sources Key Facts • Hiscox shares rose approximately 5% to 1,560p, marking their highest level since late 2019. • Full-year results beat market expectations alongside the announcement of a larger-than-forecast share buyback. • Retail insurance contract written premiums grew 10.0% in Q4, bringing full-year growth to 6.3% on a constant currency basis. 1 sources Key Facts • GoDaddy shares have experienced a significant slump during 2026. • Analysts are raising questions and doubts regarding the company's new go-to-market strategy. • Recent earnings reports have exacerbated the stock's negative performance. 1 sources Key Facts • Private equity group EQT decided not to proceed with a takeover offer for British company Oxford Biomedica. • Oxford Biomedica's shares fell nearly 10% following the announcement. 1 sources Key Facts • Roblox stock momentum plummeted to a percentile rank of 12.92 this week. • The stock is facing a technical breakdown triggered by an EU Digital Services Act (DSA) probe. 1 sources Key Facts • David Ellison's Paramount Skydance has been pursuing an acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery for nearly six months. • The pursuit comes despite David Ellison's rocky historical performance at the box office. 1 sources Key Facts • Spirit Airlines is planning a significantly smaller operational footprint as it attempts to navigate and survive bankruptcy proceedings again. • The company is in a critical phase, struggling to maintain its existence in the market. 2 sources Key Facts • LiveOne deployed AI initiatives, including Claude, to slash over $5M in costs since December. • The company significantly reduced its headcount from 350 to 84 employees. • Eliminated approximately $14M in liabilities, with $11M+ converted into equity at $7.50 per share. 1 sources Key Facts • $190 has been identified as a key level to watch for Nvidia (NVDA) stock ahead of earnings. • Analyst Kevin Green provides a deep-dive preview of the highly-anticipated earnings event for the leading AI semiconductor company. 2 sources Key Facts • Cipher Mining is rebranding to Cipher Digital, pivoting from bitcoin mining to AI data center leasing. • The company secured $9.3 billion in long-term leases with AWS and Google. • The company possesses over 4 GW of power capacity, with only a fraction currently monetized. 1 sources Key Facts • AI is causing disruptive sector rotations and compressing software valuations. • The Competitive Advantage Period (CAP) for growth stocks is shrinking as AI accelerates competitive threats. 1 sources Key Facts • AppLovin was upgraded from Hold to Buy following a price correction of over 42%. • The company posted Q4 2025 sales of $1.66B, a 21% year-over-year increase. • Adjusted EPS grew 87% to $3.24, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 84%. 1 sources Key Facts • Sealed Air stockholders voted in favor of the pending acquisition by an affiliate of CD&R. • The approval occurred during a special meeting of stockholders held on February 25, 2026. 1 sources Key Facts • HSBC reported an earnings beat and raised its future guidance. • HSBC's market capitalization surpassed that of Wells Fargo. • Analysts raised stock-price estimates by approximately 6% based on 2026 guidance. 1 sources Key Facts • Workday's light guidance is causing a significant drop in its stock price. • HP Inc. is facing challenges due to the memory-chip crisis. • Nvidia is expected to release another blockbuster quarterly report after the closing bell. 2 sources Key Facts • Novo Nordisk announced plans to cut the list prices of its GLP-1 drugs in the U.S. by up to 50% starting in 2027. • The company's shares declined in premarket trading following the announcement. 1 sources Key Facts • Lucid reported its best delivery quarter to date. • The company posted a loss of $3.62 per share, spooking investors. • The results cover the fourth quarter and the full fiscal year of 2025. 2 sources Key Facts • The Trade Desk (TTD) is scheduled to report its earnings results after the market close today. • Revenue growth is considered the most critical metric in this upcoming report. • This financial test follows a previous 67% collapse in stock value or key metrics. 1 sources Key Facts • Circle stock (CRCL) jumped 17% in premarket trading, reaching approximately $71. • Total revenue and reserve income rose 77% year-over-year to $770 million in the fourth quarter. • Net income from continuing operations swung to a profit of $133 million. 2 sources Key Facts • Diageo PLC halved its interim dividend to provide financial flexibility for restructuring. • Net sales fell 4% to $10.5 billion in the six months ending December. • Organic sales declined by 2.8% due to weak demand in the US and softness in the Chinese spirits market. Key Facts • Workday exceeded Q4 fiscal 2026 earnings and revenue estimates. • Growth was driven by strong subscription demand, AI adoption, and a rising backlog. • The company provided an upbeat outlook for fiscal 2027. 1 sources Key Facts • AMD secured a deal with Meta for MI450 GPUs involving a 6-GW scale. • AMD's Helios platform is gaining significant traction in the data center segment. • AMD faces intense rivalry from NVIDIA and Broadcom in the AI and data center market. 1 sources Key Facts • Lowe's reported sales growth of more than 10% in the fourth quarter. • The growth occurred despite slow housing turnover and decreased demand for home improvement. Key Facts • Net sales for the fourth quarter were $17.7 billion, up 9% year-over-year. • Consolidated comparable store sales increased by 5% in the fourth quarter. • The company plans to increase its dividend by 13% and buy back $2.50 to $2.75 billion of stock in FY27. Key Facts • Corning stock (NYSE: GLW) has surged by 204% over the last twelve months. • The company signed a significant $6 billion agreement with Meta. • Strong demand driven by AI is a primary driver for revenue growth. 1 sources Key Facts • Intuitive Machines plans to sell $175 million worth of new stock, approximately 11.6 million shares. • The capital raise aims to replenish cash reserves exhausted by the acquisition of Lanteris last month. Key Facts • Macquarie Asset Management agreed to transfer all rights and obligations under the FIBRA Macquarie management agreement to Prologis. • The involved parties include FIBRA Macquarie (FIBRAMQ) and FIBRA Prologis (FIBRAPL 14). • The transfer is subject to the satisfaction of certain conditions not fully disclosed in the initial announcement. 1 sources Key Facts • Private equity firms, including Blackstone and Centerbridge Partners, have expressed interest in buying MarineMax. • The interest follows a previous buyout offer from Donerail Group. • The interest includes a full buyout of the company or purchasing specific parts of it. 1 sources Key Facts • IonQ (NYSE: IONQ) is scheduled to report Q4 2025 earnings after the bell tonight. • The company currently holds a $16 billion market capitalization, which investors are scrutinizing. • Investors are prioritizing business growth speed over just EPS or quarterly revenue metrics. 1 sources Key Facts • Longeveron published Phase 2b clinical trial results in the journal Cell Stem Cell. • The stem cell therapy demonstrated improvement in the condition of patients with age-related frailty. 1 sources Key Facts • Spain's Naturgy has 10.95 billion euros ($13 billion) in Russian liquefied natural gas purchase commitments. • These commitments may be affected by a European Union ban on Russian LNG expected to take effect from 2027. 1 sources Key Facts • JP Morgan raised its long-term gold price assumption to $4,500 per ounce. • The bank identified AngloGold Ashanti (AU) and Fresnillo (FRES) as top picks in the mining sector. • The recommendations are based on strong mark-to-market upgrades and potential for cash returns and re-ratings. 1 sources Key Facts • Cava achieved 22% revenue growth, outperforming its peers in the fast-casual dining sector. • The company's sales surpassed the $1 billion mark for the first time in its history. • CFO Tricia Tolivar emphasized that innovation and talent are the drivers of future growth. 2 sources Key Facts • Axon topped Q4 earnings estimates, driven by a 39% year-over-year revenue growth. • The primary growth drivers were TASER 10 sales and software services. • The company set bold targets for 2026 and 2028, signaling continued growth momentum. 1 sources Key Facts • First Solar issued 2026 Adjusted EBITDA guidance of $2.6–$2.8B, which lags behind consensus expectations. • Revenue is projected to decline in 2026, with valuation multiples being influenced by Section 45X tax credits. • Disappointing Q4 results and soft future outlook triggered a sharp selloff in the company's stock. 1 sources Key Facts • The IGV software ETF has fallen 30% since its peak on September 19, 2025. • The semiconductor ETF (SMH) is up 30% during the same period software stocks declined. • The 'SaaSpocalypse' narrative suggests the AI wave poses a significant threat to traditional software companies. 1 sources Key Facts • Snowflake (NYSE: SNOW) is scheduled to report its Q4 FY26 earnings results tonight. • The 'Remaining Performance Obligation' (RPO) is considered the critical metric to gauge the company's AI-driven growth success. 1 sources Key Facts • Zeta Global reported a net income of $6.5 million. • The company extended its beat-and-raise streak. • The company lifted its 2026 outlook, marking a potential turning point. 1 sources Key Facts • Apple and its suppliers have begun developing chip manufacturing capabilities within the U.S. • The move aligns with U.S. presidential strategic goals to enhance technological sovereignty. 1 sources Key Facts • Iovance reported a narrower Q4 loss as Amtagvi sales jumped 33%. • Data showed a 50% Objective Response Rate (ORR), and the company plans a registrational study for sarcoma. 1 sources Key Facts • HSBC reported annual pre-tax profit of $29.91 billion, beating the bank's estimates. • Pre-tax profit dropped over 7%, while revenue saw a significant jump. • The bank completed the privatization of Hang Seng Bank on Jan. 26. Key Facts • Beam Therapeutics reported a narrower-than-expected loss for the fourth quarter. • Revenues increased year-over-year and surpassed analyst estimates. • The company secured $500M in financing, extending its cash runway into mid-2029. 1 sources Key Facts • Eleven U.S. state attorneys general urged the DOJ to conduct a thorough review of Netflix's bid for Warner Bros. assets. • The deal involves Netflix acquiring studio and streaming assets from Warner Bros. • Attorneys general expressed concerns that the deal threatens U.S. dominance in the movie industry. 2 sources Key Facts • A retail giant (TJX) announced a $2.5 billion share buyback program. • Off-price retailers like TJ Maxx, Marshalls, and HomeGoods are experiencing a surge in demand. • Traditional department stores are struggling as consumers shift toward more budget-friendly options. 1 sources Key Facts • KLA saw a 70% surge in systems revenue driven by advanced packaging and AI chip demand. • The company targets mid-teen growth by 2026. • The company faces margin headwinds due to rising investments in 2nm technology. 1 sources Key Facts • PayPal (PYPL) was upgraded to 'Buy' due to renewed M&A speculation. • Reports suggest Stripe's interest in acquiring PayPal or specific assets like Venmo. • PayPal is currently trading at a low valuation of under 9x forward earnings. 1 sources Key Facts • Salesforce (CRM) reports Q4 FY2026 results after the bell tonight. • Investor focus is primarily on the transition of the Agentforce platform from hype to tangible revenue. 1 sources Key Facts • Moody's achieved 9% sales growth and a 21% increase in EPS in its annual results. • The company expects high single-digit growth in both its Ratings and Analytics segments with margin expansion. • Moody's views AI as an enabler rather than a disruptor due to its proprietary data and deep client integration. 1 sources Key Facts • Merck's two-drug HIV regimen matched Gilead's blockbuster Biktarvy in Phase 3 trials. • The new treatment is currently under FDA review. • Merck is seeking to diversify its portfolio ahead of the Keytruda patent cliff. 1 sources Key Facts • SanDisk (SNDK) stock surged 35% over the past month, reaching $638.52. • The rally is driven by accelerating revenue growth and improving gross margins. • Strong demand exists for high-capacity memory products tied to AI infrastructure and data center expansion. 1 sources Key Facts • Iovance Biotherapeutics (NASDAQ: IOVA) stock surged 44% within a single week. • The company reported its Q4 2025 earnings on February 24. • Reddit sentiment for the stock reached 86 out of 100. 1 sources Key Facts • CAVA Group Inc shares surged over 20% following the release of its Q4 2025 earnings report. • The company's revenue crossed the $1 billion milestone for the first time. • Stifel analysts see further growth runway for the stock despite its premium valuation multiple. 1 sources Key Facts • CoreWeave (CRWV) faces a class action lawsuit alleging it misled investors regarding its AI infrastructure scaling and revenue guidance. • Questions over the transparency of the Denton data center completion led to a $14 billion market cap loss for CoreWeave. • BellRing Brands (BRBR) is accused of misleading investors about the true drivers of its 2025 sales growth, including competition and consumption issues. 2 sources Key Facts • AI is expected to drive up to 70% of Teradyne's revenue by Q1 2026 as growth accelerates in test and robotics units. • Willdan Group and Tetra Tech are positioned to benefit from AI-driven data center expansion and electrification trends. 2 sources Key Facts • The QQQ ETF, tracking the Nasdaq-100, has posted a loss over the trailing 50 days, a rare occurrence according to DataTrek Research. • Upcoming Nvidia earnings are viewed as a crucial moment for the ETF's trajectory following its recent pullback. 2 sources Key Facts • Navitas delivered an expected drop in revenue but forecast sequential growth in the current quarter. • Its high-power products for AI data centers and electrical infrastructure became a majority of revenues for the first time. 1 sources Key Facts • Eton Pharmaceuticals received U.S. FDA approval for DESMODA™ (desmopressin acetate) Oral Solution. • The drug is indicated for the management of central diabetes insipidus (AVP-D) for patients of all ages. • The company's shares are traded on Nasdaq under the ticker ETON. 1 sources Key Facts • Billionaire investor David Tepper sent a scathing letter to Whirlpool accusing it of destroying shareholder value. • Tepper criticized the company's equity issuance, calling it a large and unnecessary dilution of shareholders. • Tepper is pushing for strategic changes within the company to improve financial performance. Key Facts • Workday (WDAY) stock has decreased by 31.2% over the last 21 trading days. • The stock significantly underperformed the broader market and the enterprise software peer group. • The selloff followed a softer-than-expected fiscal 2027 subscription revenue outlook. 1 sources Key Facts • Bloomin' Brands' Q4 revenues rose slightly to $975.2M, but margins fell to 11.5%. • 2026 EPS guidance is projected at $0.75–$0.90, well below market consensus. • The company faces intense competition and margin pressure in the casual dining sector. 1 sources Key Facts • A BNP Paribas analyst expects Nvidia's earnings report to carry a quite positive tone. • Earnings results may not be a major catalyst for the stock as investors look forward to the GTC conference in March. Key Facts • The trial is set to begin with jury selection this coming Monday. • Judge Subramanian rejected Live Nation's request to dismiss the entire case. • The judge dismissed some government claims regarding venue booking monopolies and fan experience harm due to failure to properly define the market. 1 sources Key Facts • Meta is investing in AMD chips to support its data center infrastructure. • The move aims to break the current chip monopoly in the AI market. • Hyperscalers are undergoing a massive capital expenditure cycle for AI infrastructure development. 1 sources Key Facts • Chinese AI lab DeepSeek has withheld its upcoming flagship model from US chipmakers, including Nvidia, for performance optimization. • The move breaks from standard industry practice ahead of major model updates. • DeepSeek's low-cost models previously rattled global markets last year. 1 sources Key Facts • An Affinius Capital-led group will acquire Veris Residential for $19 per share in an all-cash transaction. • The offer price represents a 23% premium over market price, reflecting untapped value in the portfolio. • The deal is expected to close in the second quarter of 2026. 1 sources Key Facts • Netflix shares jumped 6% during Wednesday's trading session. • Warner Bros. Discovery extended merger talks with Paramount. • Investors are monitoring Netflix's strategic response to the potential merger between its competitors. 1 sources Key Facts • Investors fear AI will eliminate entire companies and jobs rather than just reducing headcount. • The software and finance sectors are most vulnerable to the disruptive shifts caused by AI. 1 sources Key Facts • Donerail Group proposed an all-cash offer to acquire MarineMax for $35.00 per share. • Donerail issued an open letter noting that MarineMax appears to be engaging in a strategic review following the proposal. 1 sources Key Facts • Circle reported Q4 GAAP EPS of $0.43, significantly beating the consensus estimate of $0.16. • The company achieved 77% YoY revenue growth, with USDC circulation increasing by 72%. • Management reiterated a medium-term 40% USDC CAGR and target margins of 38–40%. 1 sources Key Facts • Synopsys reported quarterly revenue of $2.409 billion, reaching the high end of its prior guidance. • Non-GAAP earnings per diluted share (EPS) were $3.77, exceeding prior guidance. • Synopsys' board approved a replenishment of the stock repurchase program with authorization up to $2.0 billion. 2 sources Key Facts • Nvidia shares rallied following its earnings report, an event historically known to trigger capital outflows from S&P 500 index funds. Key Facts • Javier Milei's party secured a midterm victory, effectively extending his governability window by at least 1.5 years. • The country risk index (EMBI) dropped below 500 bps for the first time in several years. • Argentine equities are benefiting from falling inflation and a strengthening external balance. 1 sources Key Facts • Stantec's net revenue grew to $6.5 billion, a 10.7% increase compared to 2024. • Adjusted EPS increased by 19.9% to reach $5.30. • The company increased its dividend by 8.9% and reported a backlog of $8.6 billion. 1 sources Key Facts • PayPal (PYPL) stock was temporarily halted in late February following rumors involving Stripe. • The stock had been on a downward trend for months due to disappointing Q4 earnings and lackluster guidance. • The rumors have effectively shifted the negative narrative surrounding the company in the markets. 1 sources Key Facts • Micron stock has increased by 50% since the start of 2026. • The company is benefiting from supply shortages in the DRAM and NAND markets. • Micron's High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) production is already sold out for the year 2026. 1 sources Key Facts • Silver price soared above $90.00 as the rally continues. • Platinum gained 7% amid strong demand for precious metals. 1 sources Key Facts • President Trump's State of the Union address is expected to be overshadowed by the prospect of conflict with Iran. • There is a massive US military buildup in the region, including two carrier groups. • Iranian leadership has stated it is ready to do anything necessary in response to US movements. 1 sources Key Facts • Oil prices eased slightly, but traders remain cautious ahead of U.S.-Iran nuclear talks. • Talks between the U.S. and Iran are expected to take place this Thursday. • Markets are also awaiting the OPEC+ meeting to determine production levels. Key Facts • Gold has posted gains of more than 4% over the last four trading sessions. • Gold price is currently approaching the $5,200 per ounce area. • The price movements followed a speech delivered by Donald Trump. 1 sources Key Facts • The US Department of Energy (DOE) reported a massive crude build of 15.99 million barrels, the largest since February 2023. • The American Petroleum Institute (API) previously reported an 11.4 million barrel build for the last week. • A Hezbollah official stated the group will not intervene in the event of limited US strikes on Iran, easing the geopolitical risk premium. 1 sources Key Facts • The WisdomTree Efficient Gold Plus Gold Miners Strategy Fund (GDMN) surged almost 42% since the start of 2026. • Gold's upward momentum from the previous year is extending into 2026. 1 sources Key Facts • Britain targeted 175 companies in the 2Rivers network linked to the Russian oil sector. • These sanctions are described as the biggest in years targeting the Russian shipping fleet. 1 sources Key Facts • Gold price has found a footing above $5,000 an ounce in recent sessions. • Geopolitical risks and trade tariffs are identified as the primary drivers for the bullion's gains. 1 sources Key Facts • Global renewable energy investment hit a record high in 2025. • The United States saw a sharp drop in clean energy investments during the final quarter. • The electric vehicles sector is showing signs of sharp contraction following policy shifts under the Trump administration. 1 sources Key Facts • Russia’s Transneft cut crude intake by approximately 250,000 barrels per day. • The disruption occurred at the Kaleykino pumping station in Tatarstan, a key blending and dispatch hub. • The affected station feeds the Druzhba pipeline network and export routes to Primorsk and Novorossiisk. 1 sources Key Facts • The American Petroleum Institute (API) estimated a crude oil inventory build of 11.4 million barrels for the week ending February 20. • The actual build significantly exceeded analyst expectations of a 1.85 million barrel increase. • The Department of Energy reported that Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) inventories continue to climb week after week. 2 sources Key Facts • EGA and Century Aluminum are partnering to build the 'Oklahoma Primary Aluminum' project. • This project marks the first new primary aluminum smelter in the US in 50 years. • The project is expected to double US primary aluminum production. 1 sources Key Facts • Canada’s oil patch is experiencing a record $38 billion wave of mergers and acquisitions. • U.S. upstream oil and gas M&A activity slowed to $65 billion in 2025, down from $192 billion in 2023. • The fourth quarter of 2025 saw a late rebound in U.S. activity with $23.5 billion in announced deals. 1 sources Key Facts • Gold price approached the $5,200 per ounce mark. • Geopolitical tensions are boosting demand for gold as a safe-haven asset. • US Dollar weakness is contributing to the support of the yellow metal's gains. 2 sources Key Facts • Gold price rebounded from $5,090 and is nearing the $5,200 level. • Increasing geopolitical risks are boosting safe-haven demand for gold. • A weaker US dollar is contributing to the bullish momentum for precious metals. Key Facts • Michael Every, Senior Global Strategist at Rabobank, warned that escalating geopolitical tensions could drive significant volatility in energy markets. • The rising frictions involve key players including Iran, Israel, and the United States. 1 sources Key Facts • President Trump announced a 'rate payer protection pledge' requiring major tech companies to provide for their own power needs. • The move aims to prevent household consumers from bearing the costs of tech companies' AI expansion. • Trump described the existing grid as old and unable to accommodate massive AI demand without costly upgrades. 1 sources Key Facts • US crude inventories jumped by 11.43 million barrels, increasing supply pressure. • WTI crude oil is testing a critical support level at $65.50 per barrel. 1 sources Key Facts • President Trump announced a 126% tariff on solar panel imports from India. • Laos and Indonesia were also targeted with import tariffs corresponding to their respective government subsidy rates. • The move followed a trade case brought to the U.S. Department of Commerce by the domestic solar panel industry. 1 sources Key Facts • Iraq aims to nearly double output from the West Qurna 2 oilfield to 800,000 barrels per day. • Chevron is in exclusive talks to take over operations from Russia's Lukoil. • The move is part of Iraq's strategy to expand oil and gas production by re-engaging global oil majors. 1 sources Key Facts • The SPDR Gold Shares ETF (GLD) surged by 64% in 2025. • Gold has already returned 18% in early 2026, outperforming the stock market. • The rally is attributed to hedging against inflation, political issues, and economic uncertainty. 1 sources Key Facts • Hyperscale AI data centers require 300 to 500 megawatts of electricity, comparable to the consumption of a mid-sized city. • Microsoft and Amazon are forming direct nuclear partnerships and pursuing advanced reactor technologies to secure long-term energy supply. • Nuclear power is essential for providing stable baseload power that intermittent renewable sources like wind and solar cannot guarantee for 24/7 AI operations. 1 sources Key Facts • Discounts for Russian and Iranian crude have widened to attract Chinese independent refiners. • India’s pivot away from Russian crude oil has significantly limited Moscow’s export market options. • Sanctioned oil supply is amassing in floating storage at sea due to limited buyers. 1 sources Key Facts • COMEX silver inventories are plunging, raising concerns regarding physical delivery. • Silver prices are approaching key technical resistance levels amid sustained bullish momentum. 1 sources Key Facts • LME copper prices moved back above $13,000/t. • Chinese buyers returned to the market following the Lunar New Year holiday. • Yangshan copper premiums hit a two-month high, indicating strong physical demand. 2 sources Key Facts • Saudi shipping giant Bahri chartered at least 5 Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs) to transport oil to Asia. • Daily freight rates on the Middle East-to-China route surged above $200,000, the highest level since 2020. • Each VLCC supertanker is capable of shipping 2 million barrels of crude oil. 1 sources Key Facts • The EIA reported a 16 million barrel increase in US crude oil inventories for the week ending February 20. • Total commercial stockpiles currently stand at 435.8 million barrels, which is 3% below the five-year average. • The EIA figures exceeded the American Petroleum Institute (API) estimates of an 11.4 million barrel build. 1 sources Key Facts • U.S. strategy is shifting from mere mining to focusing on downstream processing of rare earths into metals and magnets. • Realloys (NASDAQ: ALOY) is the only North American company capable of taking heavy rare earths to the magnet finish line. • These manufacturing capabilities are vital for the U.S. military and industrial backbone. 1 sources Key Facts • WTI crude is trading around $65.45, down nearly 1.25%. • US crude inventories saw a larger-than-expected build, fueling oversupply worries. • OPEC+ signaled a potential increase in supply, adding to the downward pressure. 1 sources Key Facts • President Trump threatened military action against Iran if diplomacy fails. • Trump pledged to continue negotiations to end the war in Ukraine. • The administration linked military resolve abroad to energy dominance at home. 1 sources Key Facts • OPEC+ is considering an oil output increase of 137,000 barrels per day for April 2026. • The potential hike follows a three-month pause in production increases during the first quarter of 2026. • The move aims to prepare for peak summer demand and market share strategies for key members like Saudi Arabia. 1 sources Key Facts • Gold prices rose over 1% to reach $5,204 after bouncing off session lows of $5,121. • The rally is driven by uncertainty surrounding US trade policies and expectations of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. 1 sources Key Facts • Gold bulls need to break the $5,200 and $5,300 resistance levels soon to maintain upward momentum. • Momentum exhaustion could trigger a significant correction, potentially driving gold prices down to $4,380/oz. 1 sources Key Facts • J.P. Morgan predicts gold prices will reach $6,300 by the end of 2026. • The new price target represents a 22% increase from current levels. 2 sources Key Facts • XAG/USD surged approximately 4% to close near $91. • The price is recovering from a late-January crash where it fell from $121 to a low of $64. • Key drivers for the rally include safe-haven demand, tempering tariff fears, and a supply deficit. 1 sources Key Facts • CME halted all metals and natural gas contracts (futures and options) due to technical issues. • All day orders and GTDs were cancelled, while GTC orders remained working. • Natural gas futures reopened lower, while metals were scheduled to reopen at 13:45 Central Time. 1 sources Key Facts • Binance stablecoin reserves have decreased by $10 billion, returning to levels seen in 2024. • Bitcoin and major altcoins continue to lose key support levels as liquidity flees the market. • Price momentum has weakened significantly since the correction began in October 2025. 1 sources Key Facts • The total crypto market cap added $150 billion in just over a day. • On-chain data shows 'explosive buying' from large-scale investors known as whales. 1 sources Key Facts • Bloomberg reported that Stripe is exploring a potential deal to acquire PayPal. • Stripe has growing ambitions in stablecoins and blockchain technology. • PayPal is currently characterized as an embattled fintech firm facing challenges. Key Facts • Bitcoin surged 7% in 24 hours to reach $69,062, driven by institutional ETF inflows. • 117,088 traders were liquidated for a total of $466.40 million in the past 24 hours. • Ethereum reclaimed the $2,000 level while XRP and Dogecoin saw notable rallies. 1 sources Key Facts • Bitcoin price approached the $70,000 level following a drastic improvement in investor sentiment. • Ethereum reclaimed the $2,000 level as bullish momentum returned to the market. • Predictions covered a wide range of altcoins including XRP, BNB, SOL, and DOGE. Key Facts • GD Culture Group (GDC) board approved the sale of its 7,500 bitcoin holdings. • The proceeds from the sale will fund a $100 million share buyback program. • Shares of GDC surged nearly 15% following the announcement. Key Facts • Total cryptocurrency market capitalization jumped 6.9% to $2.38 trillion within 24 hours. • Dogecoin, Cardano, and Chainlink posted strong gains during the market recovery. • The rally was fueled by a large short squeeze and renewed investor risk appetite. 1 sources Key Facts • The Ethereum Foundation is targeting 10 million transactions per second (TPS) as part of its new vision. • Seven protocol upgrades are scheduled through 2029, with one fork occurring every six months. • Long-term objectives include quantum-resistant cryptography and native privacy transfers. 1 sources Key Facts • Ethereum price jumped 10% to reach $2,075. • The rally is attributed to Trump's State of the Union address and growing institutional confidence. 1 sources Key Facts • Google searches for 'Buy Bitcoin' have reached a 5-year peak. • Factors such as on-chain data, Jane Street's involvement, and Trump-related political influence are driving the interest. • An AI-related macro thesis is contributing to the surge in retail and institutional interest. 1 sources Key Facts • Tether's (USDT) market capitalization has dropped by over $3 billion. • This marks the second consecutive month of decline, a rare occurrence last seen after the 2022 Terra collapse. • The contraction coincides with muted demand for Bitcoin ETFs. 1 sources Key Facts • Cardano (ADA) has been listed on Bitstamp Singapore. • The crypto market is bracing for the expiry of $8.4 billion in open interest on Deribit. • Dogecoin (DOGE) price confirmed a 'Death Cross' on the weekly chart. 1 sources Key Facts • Ripple has deployed approximately $4 billion in acquisitions to solidify its position as global financial infrastructure. • CEO Brad Garlinghouse aims to bridge traditional markets with digital assets using blockchain technology. 1 sources Key Facts • Reports from WSJ, NYT, and Fortune claim investigators were let go after identifying transactions that violated sanctions. • The allegations involve the movement of billions of dollars in Iran-linked money through the world's largest crypto exchange. • The exchange is fighting back against the allegations and reports suggesting compliance mismanagement. 1 sources Key Facts • Hawkish Fed signals are pressuring XRP price below the $1.40 level. • Resilient inflows into XRP-spot ETFs support a bullish medium-term outlook. • Hopes for bullish legislation support a price target of $2.0 within a 4–8 week timeframe. Key Facts • Rumors have intensified that Ripple's National Trust Bank approval could be announced as early as Friday. 1 sources Key Facts • MicroStrategy (MSTR) has become the world's most shorted stock. • Analyst Tom Lee interprets the surge in short interest as a contrarian bullish signal for Bitcoin. 2 sources Key Facts • Real-world asset (RWA) tokens have continued to decline throughout February 2026. • Several major RWA tokens are currently sitting over 80% below their recent highs. 1 sources Key Facts • A massive transfer of 2.54 billion XRP tokens to the Binance exchange was detected. • Historically, whale inflows to exchanges coincide with sensitive price phases and potential volatility. 1 sources Key Facts • Nicholas Hammer, co-founder and CEO of Blockfills, has stepped down from his position. • The crypto lender suspended client deposits and withdrawals earlier this month. • The suspension of operations was due to recent market and financial conditions. 1 sources Key Facts • Bitcoin price surpassed the $67,000 threshold due to increased risk appetite in the markets. • A speech by Trump contributed to improving macro sentiment and a shift toward risk-on assets. • Growing institutional demand is noted, supporting the current upward momentum of the cryptocurrency. Key Facts • Bitcoin's weekly relative strength index (RSI) hit approximately 25.7, the most oversold level on record. • Bitcoin's price dipped to around $62,700 over a 24-hour period before showing signs of bouncing. • Persistent ETF outflows and the current macroeconomic environment continue to weigh on price performance. 2 sources Key Facts • Circle shares surged 15% following the announcement of Q4 2025 results. • Earnings per share reached 43 cents, significantly exceeding analyst estimates of 16 cents. 2 sources Key Facts • Bitcoin price is currently testing the 200-week Moving Average, a key technical support level. • The Crypto Fear & Greed Index fell to 5, signaling extreme fear and market capitulation. 1 sources Key Facts • The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) warned that crypto perpetual derivatives likely fall under Contract for Difference (CFD) rules. • The warning was issued as part of compliance tracking under the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework. • The authority is targeting products marketed as 'perpetual futures' or 'perpetual contracts'. 1 sources Key Facts • A major Bitcoin mining company liquidated its entire Bitcoin stash on February 23, 2026. • The sudden liquidation caused shockwaves and uncertainty across crypto markets. 1 sources Key Facts • Coinbase has opened trading for thousands of stocks and ETFs to all its US users. • Trading is commission-free and available 24/5 with instant funding capabilities. • The move aims to transform the platform into a comprehensive multi-asset financial app. 2 sources Key Facts • Bitcoin price fell below the $63,000 level, signaling increased bearish pressure. • The recent consolidation phase failed to deliver the stability anticipated by traders. • The breakdown carries major technical and psychological implications for the cryptocurrency market. 2 sources Key Facts • Bitcoin is currently facing the highest net selling pressure from institutions in its history. • Charles Edwards, founder of Capriole Investments, described the trend as an aggressive exit of institutional entities from the network. 1 sources Key Facts • Payoneer has joined the list of fintech companies seeking banking charters in the United States. • Coinbase, World Liberty Financial, and Laser Digital are also in line for banking charters. • Crypto.com recently received conditional approval for a banking charter. 1 sources Key Facts • Bitcoin rallied above $66,000 following a positive close in US stock markets. • The rally followed a Monday sell-off driven by AI and tech stocks. • Analysts are questioning whether $60,000 will remain the bottom for BTC. 2 sources Key Facts • Bitcoin's realized capitalization has cratered by $33 billion. • Capital has been abandoning the network for a second consecutive month. • Bitcoin is struggling to reclaim the $65,000 level due to persistent selling pressure. 1 sources Key Facts • The 21Shares Spot SUI ETF has officially begun trading on the Nasdaq exchange. • SUI price rose by 3.4% to reach $0.8786 coinciding with the listing. • Technical indicators are flashing an oversold bounce signal for SUI. Key Facts • Ondo Finance officially launched its tokenized stock platform on Binance Alpha on February 24, 2026. • The partnership enables non-U.S. users to access on-chain versions of blue-chip U.S. equities and ETFs. 1 sources Key Facts • Crypto.com has secured regulatory approval to operate as a bank in the United States. • Bitcoin ETFs experienced significant outflows totaling $4 billion. • Hong Kong is preparing to issue stablecoin licenses to bolster its position as a crypto hub. 1 sources Key Facts • Bitcoin is trading at $64,492 as of February 2026. • Bitcoin price has dropped nearly 50% from its early October all-time high. • Institutional adoption across Wall Street continues to expand despite the price decline. 1 sources Key Facts • Bitcoin price is down approximately 28% this month. • Glassnode data shows a realized P/L ratio below 1, signaling sell-side pressure. • Projections suggest extended downside pressure for the next 5 to 6 months. 1 sources Key Facts • Bitcoin is entering a high-risk window where macro sequencing matters more than crypto-specific narratives. • Equity markets are trading near record valuations with signs of a 206% stock bubble. • Real yields remain elevated, while credit markets are expanding into opaque corners of the financial system. 1 sources Key Facts • The US Senate has launched an inquiry into Binance's compliance with sanctions related to Iran and Russia. • Binance's ties to WLFI (World Liberty Financial), a firm associated with Donald Trump, are under intense scrutiny. Key Facts • Ethereum price increased by approximately 3.4% in the past 24 hours. • Large holders (whales) have accumulated $18 billion worth of ETH. • Technical charts indicate a rebound signal that first appeared recently. 1 sources Key Facts • The Ethereum Foundation is narrowing its support to protocols that maximize user sovereignty, privacy, and minimize central points of failure. • Vitalik Buterin presented a refreshed vision for DeFi emphasizing permissionless access and robust security as foundational priorities. 1 sources Key Facts • JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon expressed high anxiety regarding a potential financial crisis. • Trader Arthur Hayes predicted a financial crisis worse than the 2008 collapse. • Bitcoin bulls predict that a financial crisis will catapult the Bitcoin price to a record high. 2 sources Key Facts • The Hash Ribbon indicator is showing signs of recovery, suggesting the worst of the Bitcoin drawdown may have passed. • This period marks one of the longest mining capitulations in the cryptocurrency's history. • Current prices are near sub-production levels, which historically signals a price bottom. 1 sources Key Facts • Mike McGlone, Senior Commodity Strategist at Bloomberg Intelligence, warned of a potential Bitcoin drop to $10,000. • The warning is based on the concept of 'mean reversion' amid a climate of extreme market fear. 1 sources Key Facts • Bitcoin ETFs have experienced six consecutive weeks of net outflows. • The same ETFs that fueled Bitcoin's rally are now contributing to its downward pressure. Key Facts • Bitcoin is down approximately 50% from its all-time high. • Bitcoin has experienced 5 consecutive months of negative price action. • Bitcoin supply in loss has reached 50% as long-term holder profits rapidly erode. 2 sources Key Facts • Bitcoin price reclaimed the $65,000 zone following a period of panic selling. • More than $323 million in leveraged positions were liquidated within 24 hours. • The rally triggered a powerful short squeeze across major cryptocurrencies. 2 sources Key Facts • The US SEC has hired a former Chainlink executive for a top-tier role. • Grayscale has reportedly purchased 5 million LINK tokens. 1 sources Key Facts • Bitcoin price jumped 5% to trade above the $66,000 level. • The price movement is attributed to renewed inflows into Bitcoin ETFs. • On-chain data suggests further upside potential if correlations with traditional assets normalize. 2 sources Key Facts • Selling pressure in the Bitcoin derivatives market has reached a three-month high. • Short traders are currently dominating the market, gaining more profits compared to long positions. 1 sources Key Facts • Polkadot (DOT) price surged 16.9% to $1.44, significantly outperforming the broader crypto market's 4.54% gain. • The primary rally catalyst is speculation surrounding the network's first-ever 'halving' scheduled for March 14, 2026, which will reduce inflation by 50%. 1 sources Key Facts • Bitcoin price reclaimed the $77,000 level following a powerful short squeeze. • The surge triggered fresh liquidations and lifted major altcoins in a broad relief rally. 1 sources Key Facts • Bitcoin adoption reached record highs in 2026 across institutions, companies, and governments. • BTC price fell 50% from its peak during the same period of increased adoption. Key Facts • Meta Platforms is weighing a return to the stablecoin market years after the failure of the Libra/Diem project. • The company plans to integrate stablecoins into its ecosystem (Facebook and Instagram) in the second half of 2026. 1 sources Key Facts • Bitcoin price increased by nearly 5% in a single day. • Technical analysis suggests a bullish rotation of capital from gold into Bitcoin. • Bitcoin showed strong price momentum at the start of the US session, testing the 200-week exponential moving average (EMA). 2 sources Key Facts • Bitcoin price climbed to $67,500 as the market bounce strengthens. • Altcoins including Ether, Solana, and Dogecoin posted advances of 10% or more. • Circle led crypto-related stocks higher during the market rally. Key Facts • Meta is exploring a return to stablecoin-based payments with a potential rollout in the second half of 2026. • The move could potentially drive up to $1 trillion into the US Treasury market to back stablecoin reserves. • The project is expected to involve a third-party provider to avoid the direct regulatory pressure faced by previous attempts like Libra/Diem. 1 sources Key Facts • XRP price reached $1.44194, marking an approximate 7% increase on February 25, 2026. • A wave of short liquidations accelerated bullish momentum and forced a 'bear unwind.' • The price broke above key moving averages, signaling a potential trend reversal to the upside. 1 sources Key Facts • Fears surrounding DeepSeek have resurfaced, impacting the cryptocurrency market sentiment. • Previous DeepSeek-related panic resulted in a $330 billion wipeout of the total crypto market capitalization. • Bitcoin is facing downward pressure that could lead to a break below the critical $60,000 psychological support level. 1 sources Key Facts • Bitcoin ETFs have shifted a growing share of the cryptocurrency's volatility into U.S. equity options markets. • Gregory Mall of Lionsoul Global notes that ETF options are starting to drive Bitcoin's price action. 1 sources Key Facts • Bitcoin (BTC) price jumped to $68,000. • The total market capitalization of all coins rose by 6% to over $2.34 trillion. • Altcoins such as Filecoin, Polkadot, Aptos, and Morpho are experiencing significant price surges. 1 sources Key Facts • Circle shares surged 30% to approximately $80 following the earnings announcement. • CEO Jeremy Allaire stated that USDC transactions are now nearing a 50% market share. • Analysts pointed to stronger-than-expected margins as a key driver for the stock rally. 2 sources Key Facts • More than $400 million worth of short positions were liquidated in the last 24 hours. • Bitcoin price is rebounding and nearing the $69,000 level. • Ethereum and Solana experienced significant surges alongside Bitcoin's recovery. 2 sources Key Facts • A Morgan Stanley executive expressed support for Hedera (HBAR) as a potential replacement for traditional blockchain technology. • The analysis highlights growing institutional interest in Hedera and a high-conviction trade outlook for HBAR. 1 sources Key Facts • MicroStrategy (MSTR) shares surged 8% following a rally in Bitcoin's price. • Short interest stands at approximately 14% of the company's $41.6 billion market cap. • MSTR has become the most-shorted stock among global equities with a market capitalization exceeding $25 billion. 1 sources Key Facts • Bitcoin ETFs saw a $258 million inflow on Tuesday. • Ether, XRP, and Solana funds also posted gains in an all-green trading session. Key Facts • The ruble-backed stablecoin A7A5 processed over $100B in transaction volume during its first year. • This growth occurred despite EU and US sanctions specifically targeting the stablecoin's infrastructure. 1 sources Key Facts • Short liquidations in the crypto market exploded past $300 million. • Ethereum price is targeting $2,250 as part of a relief rally. • The price movement followed President Trump's State of the Union (SOTU) speech. 1 sources Key Facts • Bitcoin price jumped 3.5% following Trump's State of the Union (SOTU) speech. • The rally hit a key technical resistance level at $66,000. • Price predictions eye a rally to $70,000 as a technical 'buy' signal emerges. Key Facts • CRCL stock surged 16% in premarket trading following the release of Q4 earnings results. • Circle, the issuer of USDC, beat estimates for earnings per share (EPS) and revenue. • The firm provided a positive outlook for its operations as a leading stablecoin issuer. Key Facts • Approximately 94,636 BTC tied to the 2016 Bitfinex hack remain frozen pending legal proceedings. • This amount represents roughly 30% of the proposed U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. • The premium on the LEO token suggests analyst expectations of movement or legal resolution regarding these funds. Key Facts • Morpho (MORPHO), Uniswap (UNI), and Jupiter (JUP) tokens rallied sharply over the past week. • Apollo Global Management, BlackRock, and ParaFi Capital struck landmark deals to acquire direct stakes in onchain financial infrastructure. 1 sources Key Facts • Justin Drake of the Ethereum Foundation unveiled the 'Strawmap' roadmap, featuring seven planned forks through 2029. • Long-term goals include achieving a throughput of 1 Gigagas per second. • The plan seeks to introduce native privacy features for ETH transfers. Key Facts • A massive $10.5 billion in Bitcoin monthly options is set to expire this Friday. • Traders are analyzing whether the data favors bulls or bears in the current market setup. • The expiry is being viewed as a potential catalyst to end the prevailing bear market trend. 1 sources Key Facts • Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana saw one of the strongest single-day rebounds in weeks. • Analysts noted a pause in the recurring selling pattern known as the '10 a.m. dump'. • This shift in market behavior follows a lawsuit involving Jane Street. 1 sources Key Facts • Ethereum price surged nearly 10% in 24 hours to reclaim the $2,000 level. • The rally is attributed to significant inflows into Ethereum ETFs. • The recovery follows a brief downturn that pressured major digital assets including Bitcoin and Solana. 1 sources Key Facts • USD/JPY jumped 0.9% on Tuesday following comments from PM Takaichi. • PM Takaichi raised concerns regarding further interest rate hikes by the Bank of Japan. • Market expectations forecast borrowing costs reaching 1% in the first half of 2026, with the first action expected as early as April. Key Facts • The USD/JPY exchange rate reached 156, its highest level since February 10. • Sanae Takaichi nominated two dovish central bank officials. • The pair rose significantly from its year-to-date low of 152.28. Key Facts • Australia's Consumer Price Index (CPI) is expected to rise by 3.7% for the month of January. • Inflation in the previous month (December 2025) stood at 3.8%. • Persistent inflation reinforces a hawkish monetary policy outlook from the central bank. Key Facts • The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) raised its cash policy rate by 25 basis points to 3.85% on February 3, 2026. • AUD/USD is showing technical bullish reversal signals at the 20-day moving average. • The next bullish price target for the pair is set at 0.7210. 1 sources Key Facts • Nvidia's earnings report is identified as a potential major catalyst for volatility in the foreign exchange market. • Nvidia's stock performance is linked to global risk sentiment trends that affect major currencies. 1 sources Key Facts • The US Dollar recovered its strength on Tuesday following a decline on Monday. • The US Supreme Court ruled against President Trump's tariffs. • Trump announced a new round of levies over the past weekend. 2 sources Key Facts • The AUD/USD pair saw an extension of its price breakout due to unexpected CPI (inflation) data. • Societe Generale noted that the CPI surprise was the primary driver behind the continuation of the upward trend. 2 sources Key Facts • Takaichi's opposition to further rate hikes has put downward pressure on the Japanese Yen. • The USD/JPY pair broke above a key technical trendline, opening the door for a rally toward the 159.00 handle. • Tokyo CPI data and the US Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) report are seen as key upcoming catalysts for the currency. 1 sources Key Facts • The US Supreme Court struck down Trump’s reciprocal tariffs, but he quickly reimposed them using different laws. • The US and India have deferred trade talks scheduled for this week to study the implications of recent developments. • The Indian Rupee remains in a structural bearish trend against the US dollar, with USD/INR targeting the 93.0 level. 1 sources Key Facts • AUD/USD rose following the release of robust inflation data in Australia. • The strong data boosted market bets on the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) tightening monetary policy. Key Facts • The US Dollar is losing its growth premium as economic expectations soften and capital inflows slow down. • Expectations of continued Fed rate cuts and political risks surrounding the central bank's independence are introducing a risk premium. • Unanchored fiscal deficits and rising spending are blunting the interest rate differential argument that historically supported the currency. 1 sources Key Facts • Japan's national core CPI y/y eased to 2%, reaching a one-year low. • Headline inflation in Japan has cooled below 2%. • BOJ rate hike expectations have been pushed further out due to inflation data. 2 sources Key Facts • USD/JPY surged due to fading expectations of a Bank of Japan rate hike. • Stronger US economic data contributed to the dollar's strength against the yen. • Markets are awaiting Trump's speech for signals regarding tariffs and trade policies. Key Facts • President Trump reaffirmed his commitment to tariff policies during the State of the Union address. • Market strategists expect major implications for the U.S. dollar's value resulting from these policies. 2 sources Key Facts • President Trump described tariffs as "saving our country" and supporting the U.S. economy. • Trump addressed the Supreme Court's recent ruling that struck down certain tariffs. • Trump made these remarks during the 2026 State of the Union address. 1 sources Key Facts • USTR Jamieson Greer stated that tariff rates for some countries will reach 15% or higher. • The new increase follows recently imposed rates of 10%. • The USTR did not specify the names of the trading partners targeted by this increase. Key Facts • President Trump intends to announce plans for new tax cuts during the State of the Union address. • The tax cuts will be pursued through the budget reconciliation process to bypass Senate filibuster rules. • The process faces legislative challenges due to House Speaker Mike Johnson's shrinking and slim majority. 1 sources Key Facts • President Trump is scheduled to deliver his first State of the Union address of his second term on Tuesday. • The address follows the Supreme Court striking down most of Trump's sweeping emergency tariffs. • The speech is expected to highlight US economic resilience and growth despite price pressures on households. Key Facts • The Supreme Court ruled that most of President Donald Trump's tariffs are illegal. • Inflation is unlikely to fall soon due to uncertainty and the administration's insistence on global tariffs. 1 sources Key Facts • The global M&A boom is projected to continue rolling into 2026. • Artificial Intelligence is the primary catalyst sparking the current deal frenzy. • Wall Street is recovering its appetite for large-scale financings despite tightening cash conditions. 1 sources Key Facts • Saudi Arabia recorded a budget deficit of 94.9 billion riyals ($25.3 billion) in the fourth quarter of 2025. • The total deficit for the full year 2025 reached 276.6 billion riyals, representing approximately 5.5% of GDP. • The Kingdom needs oil prices near $97 per barrel to balance its budget, while Brent crude is currently trading around $71. 1 sources Key Facts • Bloomberg analysts describe the current macro environment as incredibly bullish for markets. • There is an increasing focus on investment opportunities located outside of the United States. 1 sources Key Facts • Mark Zandi of Moody's Analytics warned that elements for a meaningful market sell-off are coming into place. • Zandi described the U.S. economy and financial markets as being in a state of fragility. • Zandi suggested President Trump may still implement tariffs in some form despite the Supreme Court striking them down. 1 sources Key Facts • President Trump delivered the longest State of the Union speech in history on Feb. 24, 2026, focusing on economic issues. • The speech covered topics including inflation, taxes, tariffs, and foreign policy regarding Iran. • The US Supreme Court struck down Trump's signature tariff policy shortly before the address. 2 sources Key Facts • American businesses and consumers likely lost ground due to the latest round of tariffs. • Certain countries may emerge as unexpected winners due to shifts in global trade patterns. 1 sources Key Facts • The Trump administration announced a 10% global tariff, which is lower than previously threatened levels. • The lower tariff is viewed as a stimulus for the U.S. economy as it reduces expected costs for importers. • Technology stocks rebounded after Anthropic clarified its AI tools will complement rather than replace existing platforms. 1 sources Key Facts • Donald Trump warned countries of "far worse" consequences if they attempt to renegotiate trade deals. • Experts suggest that trade deals currently under negotiation are highly likely to be put on ice. 1 sources Key Facts • Global debt reached a record $348 trillion at the end of 2025. • Nearly $29 trillion was added to the global debt pile in a single year. • This yearly build-up is the fastest since the pandemic-era surge. 1 sources Key Facts • Goldman Sachs warned that accelerating AI adoption could push U.S. unemployment higher in 2026. • Job losses are already emerging in sectors most exposed to automation. 1 sources Key Facts • The Supreme Court ruled that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not grant the president authority to impose tariffs. • The ruling struck down reciprocal, fentanyl, and immigration-related tariff regimes enacted under the law. 1 sources Key Facts • The US trade deficit reached $901 billion, which economist Gita Gopinath compared to 'chronically high cholesterol.' • Harvard professor Gita Gopinath criticized Trump's 150-day tariff plan, calling it the 'wrong medicine' for the economy. 1 sources Key Facts • Deutsche Bank strategists highlighted a more hawkish repricing of the Federal Reserve's interest rate path. • This shift in expectations has driven up front-end bond yields. 1 sources Key Facts • ING expects the Bank of Japan to raise interest rates in June 2026. • The BoJ will continue to base its decisions on economic data despite government pressure. • There is a slight dovish tilt within the board, but the overall stance remains data-dependent. 1 sources Key Facts • Traders in US futures and options markets have flipped from pricing rate hikes in 2027 to betting on continued cuts. • The Dec 2026 to Dec 2027 SOFR spread inverted to -8 basis points, signaling a prolonged easing cycle. • Open interest in SOFR Dec 98.00 calls soared above 400,000, indicating bets on the policy rate falling to 2%. 1 sources Key Facts • PM Takaichi nominated academics Toichiro Asada and Ayano Sato to the BoJ policy board, both of whom lean toward reflationist policies. • MUFG highlighted that these picks increase downside risks for the Japanese Yen. 1 sources Key Facts • The Fed's 2026 severely adverse scenario includes a 54% fall in the stock market. • The Fed identifies an AI bubble burst as a potential trigger for an abrupt decline in risk appetite. • The baseline scenario forecasts only 4.3% annual equity growth through 2029, barely above T-bill returns. 1 sources Key Facts • The Takaichi administration nominated Toichiro Asada and Ayano Sato to the Bank of Japan Policy Board. • USD/JPY surged to 156.80, marking its highest level since February 9. • Goldman Sachs notes the nominations lower the odds of a rate hike in the first half of the year. 1 sources Key Facts • Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic stated that people have begun to doubt the central bank's independence. • The warnings come in response to President Trump's aggressive stance and pressure regarding monetary policy. 1 sources Key Facts • Panama's Supreme Court voided key port concessions held by Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison at the Balboa and Cristobal terminals. • The ruling authorized the Panama Maritime Authority to take over the ports for reasons of 'urgent social interest'. • Hong Kong-listed shares of CK Hutchison fell 2.7% following the court-ordered takeover. 1 sources Key Facts • Russia will supply Iran with 500 'Verba' launch units and 2,500 '9M336' missiles over 3 years. • The deal is valued at approximately €500 million and was signed in Moscow last December. • The deal aims to rebuild Iranian air defenses damaged by Israeli-US airstrikes. 1 sources Key Facts • Iran is in advanced negotiations with Beijing to purchase Chinese-made CM-302 supersonic anti-ship cruise missiles. • The CM-302 missile has a range of approximately 290 kilometers and is designed to penetrate layered naval defenses. • The move coincides with reports of a 500 million Euro agreement with Russia to supply Tehran with advanced shoulder-fired missiles. 1 sources Key Facts • The Pentagon issued an ultimatum to Anthropic to accept terms for deploying its Claude model in sensitive defense operations. • The Trump administration threatened to invoke the Defense Production Act (DPA) if the company does not comply by the Friday deadline. • Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth met with company executives to discuss the escalating dispute over the boundaries of military AI use. 1 sources Key Facts • President Trump stated in the State of the Union address that war can be averted if Iran publicly pledges to never possess a nuclear weapon. • Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi emphasized that Iran will under no circumstances develop a nuclear weapon and called for prioritizing diplomacy. • Trump labeled Iran the world's number one sponsor of terror but expressed a preference for solving the issue through diplomacy. 1 sources Key Facts • The options market indicates that investors are heavily hedged for a challenging outcome regarding Iran. • Julian Emanuel views a potential Middle East conflict as the next major catalyst for the markets. 1 sources Key Facts • Kathy Jones of Charles Schwab expects a steeper yield curve in the future of fixed income. • Inflation is identified as the key catalyst for the expected changes in the bond market. • These outlooks follow President Trump's State of the Union address and the focus on tariffs. 1 sources