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July 22, 2026Connected

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Commodities

CommoditiesBullish

Oil and Gold Surge as Red Sea Conflict and Hormuz Closure Threaten Supply

Key Facts

•WTI crude prices surged 3.5% to $87.30 as Red Sea shipping threats and the Strait of Hormuz closure worsen supply outlook.
•Iran claimed to have struck US military facilities in Jordan and Bahrain, expanding the regional conflict scope.
•Gold rose 1.1% to $4,120 as investors sought safe-haven assets amid Middle East turmoil.

Impact:

8/10

TSLA GOOGL USDJPY EURUSD

3 months ago

Geopolitics

GeopoliticsBearishUpdated

Reports of Iranian Strikes on CIA Facilities Raise Concerns of Russian Involvement

Key Facts

•Exclusive reports indicate Iran conducted strikes targeting CIA facilities.
•There are mounting questions regarding a potential Russian role or support in these Iranian attacks.

Impact:

8/10

3 months ago

Stocks

StocksBullishUpdated×3

AMD Strikes Massive Chip Supply and $5 Billion Investment Deal with Anthropic

Key Facts

•AMD signed a massive deal with Anthropic to supply chips worth tens of billions of dollars.
•AMD plans to invest up to $5 billion in the AI company Anthropic.

Impact:

7/10

AMD

3 months ago

Forex

ForexBullishUpdated

USDJPY Hits 40-Year High as US-Canada Trade Tensions Escalate

Key Facts

•USDJPY reached a new 40-year high, breaking above the 162.833 level driven by Fed-BoJ policy divergence.
•The Trump administration announced a 50% tariff on various Canadian imports, set to take effect on August 19.
•U.S. Treasury yields moved higher across the curve, with the 10-year yield reaching 4.63%.

Impact:

7/10

CAT GS NVDA MU BAC+1

3 months ago

Macro Economy

Macro EconomyBearishUpdated

Iran Crisis Drives US Yields Higher as Fed Rate Hike Odds Narrow

Key Facts

•Treasury yields are approaching their highest levels since the Iran conflict began in February.
•The odds of a Fed rate hike have narrowed due to rising oil prices and intensifying geopolitical tensions.

Impact:

7/10

3 months ago

Mergers & Acquisitions

Mergers & AcquisitionsBullishUpdated

Paramount Wins EU Approval for $81 Billion Warner Bros. Acquisition

Key Facts

•Paramount secured EU approval for its $81 billion acquisition of Warner Bros.

Impact:

6/10

WBD AMD

3 months ago

Crypto

CryptoBearishUpdated

DeXe (DEXE) Plummets 80% Amid Project Team Sell-off Allegations

Key Facts

•DeXe (DEXE) price collapsed approximately 85% within hours, plunging from a peak of $48.89 to below $5.

Impact:

6/10

DEXE

3 months ago

July 22, 2026Connected

724 storiesLast updated: 7:01:11 AMPage 1 of 13

Commodities

CommoditiesBullish

Oil and Gold Surge as Red Sea Conflict and Hormuz Closure Threaten Supply

Key Facts

•WTI crude prices surged 3.5% to $87.30 as Red Sea shipping threats and the Strait of Hormuz closure worsen supply outlook.
•Iran claimed to have struck US military facilities in Jordan and Bahrain, expanding the regional conflict scope.
•Gold rose 1.1% to $4,120 as investors sought safe-haven assets amid Middle East turmoil.

Impact:

8/10

TSLA GOOGL USDJPY EURUSD

3 months ago

Geopolitics

GeopoliticsBearishUpdated

Reports of Iranian Strikes on CIA Facilities Raise Concerns of Russian Involvement

Key Facts

•Exclusive reports indicate Iran conducted strikes targeting CIA facilities.
•There are mounting questions regarding a potential Russian role or support in these Iranian attacks.

Impact:

8/10

3 months ago

Stocks

StocksBullishUpdated×3

AMD Strikes Massive Chip Supply and $5 Billion Investment Deal with Anthropic

Key Facts

•AMD signed a massive deal with Anthropic to supply chips worth tens of billions of dollars.
•AMD plans to invest up to $5 billion in the AI company Anthropic.

Impact:

7/10

AMD

3 months ago

Forex

ForexBullishUpdated

USDJPY Hits 40-Year High as US-Canada Trade Tensions Escalate

Key Facts

•USDJPY reached a new 40-year high, breaking above the 162.833 level driven by Fed-BoJ policy divergence.
•The Trump administration announced a 50% tariff on various Canadian imports, set to take effect on August 19.
•U.S. Treasury yields moved higher across the curve, with the 10-year yield reaching 4.63%.

Impact:

7/10

CAT GS NVDA MU BAC+1

3 months ago

Macro Economy

Macro EconomyBearishUpdated

Iran Crisis Drives US Yields Higher as Fed Rate Hike Odds Narrow

Key Facts

•Treasury yields are approaching their highest levels since the Iran conflict began in February.
•The odds of a Fed rate hike have narrowed due to rising oil prices and intensifying geopolitical tensions.

Impact:

7/10

3 months ago

Mergers & Acquisitions

Mergers & AcquisitionsBullishUpdated

Paramount Wins EU Approval for $81 Billion Warner Bros. Acquisition

Key Facts

•Paramount secured EU approval for its $81 billion acquisition of Warner Bros.

Impact:

6/10

WBD AMD

3 months ago

Crypto

CryptoBearishUpdated

DeXe (DEXE) Plummets 80% Amid Project Team Sell-off Allegations

Key Facts

•DeXe (DEXE) price collapsed approximately 85% within hours, plunging from a peak of $48.89 to below $5.

Impact:

6/10

DEXE

3 months ago

CommoditiesBullish

Middle East Conflict Escalation Threatens Global Fuel Supplies and Asian Refiners

Key Facts

•Asian refiners face potential delays in crude deliveries due to re-escalation of hostilities in the Middle East.
•The collapse of the ceasefire threatens refiners' plans to ramp up crude processing rates in the coming weeks.

Impact:

7/10

3 months ago

CommoditiesBullish

European Gas Prices Surge on Winter Supply Fears and Asian Competition

Key Facts

•European gas prices are approaching highs seen during the Iran conflict as traders worry about winter supply levels.
•Heatwaves and a bidding war with Asian buyers are leaving the European market vulnerable.

Impact:

6/10

EQNR

3 months ago

CommoditiesBullish

Equinor CEO Warns Europe May Miss 80% Gas Storage Target Before Winter

Key Facts

•Equinor's CEO stated that Europe is unlikely to reach its 80% gas storage target before winter.
•Increased competition from Asian buyers is contributing to global natural gas market tightness.

Impact:

6/10

EQNR

3 months ago

GeopoliticsBullishUpdated

Trump Vows to Strike Iranian Infrastructure Over Shipping Attacks

Key Facts

•President Trump announced the US will destroy one bridge or power plant in Iran for every Iranian attack on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
•WTI crude oil prices rose to trade at $87.05 per barrel amid escalating geopolitical tensions.
•Iran reiterated its control over the Strait of Hormuz and warned of retaliatory operations in response to US threats.

Impact:

8/10

3 months ago

GeopoliticsBullishUpdated

Trump Approves Landmark Nuclear Cooperation Deal with Saudi Arabia

Key Facts

•President Trump has approved a nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia according to a Wall Street Journal report.

Impact:

7/10

3 months ago

GeopoliticsBearishUpdated

Trump Imposes 100% Tariff on Imported Generic Drugs to Reshore Production

Key Facts

•President Trump announced a 100% tariff on imported generic drugs starting August 2028, rising to 200% a year later.
•The new policy aims to reshore pharmaceutical production to the US and protect critical supply chains.
•UBS warned that Indian pharma companies are highly exposed, providing 40% of US generic drug volume.

Impact:

7/10

3 months ago

GeopoliticsMixed

US Considers Ban on Foreign Military Drone Imports to Bolster Security

Key Facts

•The United States is seeking to ban the import of military drones manufactured in foreign countries.

Impact:

6/10

LMT RTX NOC

3 months ago

GeopoliticsMixed

Trump Vows Retaliation Against Iran and Nuclear Prevention Amid Rising Energy Tensions

Key Facts

•Trump stated that Iran will pay a big price and will not be allowed to have a nuclear weapon.
•Trump confirmed that investigations into attacks on US soldiers are ongoing and Iran will be held accountable.
•Crude oil prices traded up $2.60 at $86.94 amid the geopolitical tensions.

Impact:

6/10

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

Samsung in Talks to Invest in Mistral AI at €20B Valuation

Key Facts

•Samsung is in talks to invest hundreds of millions of euros in AI startup Mistral.
•The fundraising round could value Mistral at roughly €20 billion ($22.81 billion).

Impact:

6/10

005930.KS SMSN.L SMSD.L BC94.L

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

AAR Corp Reports Record FY26 Results and Issues Strong FY27 Guidance

Key Facts

•AAR Corporation delivered record FY26 results, surpassing its previously set financial targets.
•A new price target of $154.52 was set for the stock while maintaining a Buy rating.
•Fiscal 2027 guidance calls for continued double-digit sales growth and margin expansion.

Impact:

6/10

AAR

3 months ago

StocksBearishUpdated

Columbia Financial Shares Plunge 54% After $1.7B Stock Offering

Key Facts

•Columbia Financial shares fell 54.78% to $11.08 following a massive $1.7 billion stock offering.
•The company completed its second-step conversion and acquired Northfield Bancorp, becoming fully public.
•QumulusAI shares dropped 28.24% following a major investment in NVIDIA GPUs.

Impact:

6/10

CLBK NVDA

3 months ago

StocksBullish

RPM International Stock Surges 15% on Record Q3 Earnings Beat

Key Facts

•RPM International reported an 8.9% year-over-year revenue increase in Q3 with record adjusted EBIT.
•The stock price increased by over 15% following the fiscal Q3 2026 earnings release.
•The company aims for $75 million in savings through a strategic program by fiscal year 2027.

Impact:

6/10

RPM

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

Nestle Nears €5B Sale of European Water Business Stake

Key Facts

•Platinum Equity is nearing a deal to acquire a 50% stake in Nestle's European water business.
•The transaction is expected to value the joint venture at nearly €5 billion ($5.71 billion).

Impact:

6/10

NESRF

3 months ago

StocksBullish

Northern Trust Beats Estimates on Visa Gain and Boosts Dividend

Key Facts

•Northern Trust reported adjusted EPS of $4.23, significantly beating analyst estimates of $2.70.
•Revenue rose 35% year-over-year to $2.71 billion, driven by gains from a Visa, Inc. exchange offer.
•The company announced a 10% increase in its quarterly dividend.

Impact:

6/10

NTRS V

3 months ago

StocksBullish

Micron and Western Digital Shares Surge on Bullish Morgan Stanley Memory Forecast

Key Facts

•Micron shares rose 12%, Western Digital 12.5%, and Sandisk 14.3% on Tuesday.
•Morgan Stanley forecast memory prices to rise at least 25% from the second quarter to the third.

Impact:

6/10

MU WDC SNDK MS

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

TE Connectivity Reports Record Q3 Sales and Beats Guidance

Key Facts

•TE Connectivity reported record net sales of $5.16 billion, a 14% increase year-over-year.
•Earnings per share (EPS) grew by 19%, driven by growth in the Industrial and Transportation segments.

Impact:

6/10

TEL

3 months ago

StocksBearishUpdated×2

US Video Game Market Shrinks 21% as Xbox Announces Massive Layoffs

Key Facts

•The US video game market contracted by 21% in June, marking its steepest monthly decline since 2022.
•Console spending plunged 62%, while content purchases fell to $3.9 billion.
•Xbox CEO announced 3,000 layoffs, warning that the current business state is not healthy.

Impact:

6/10

MSFT SONY TTWO 0R1E.L 0IFX.L

3 months ago

StocksBearishUpdated

Judge Rules Zelle Must Face New York Lawsuit Over Fraud Protection

Key Facts

•A judge ruled that the Zelle payment network must face a lawsuit from the New York Attorney General alleging failure to protect users from fraud.

Impact:

6/10

0Q1F.L 0Q16.L 0R01.L 0KEF.L 0HT4.L+1

3 months ago

StocksBullish

Samsung in Talks for €1B Investment in French Startup Mistral AI

Key Facts

•Samsung is in talks to invest approximately €1 billion in the French AI startup Mistral AI.

Impact:

6/10

BC94.L

3 months ago

StocksBearish

Diageo Plans Up to 30% Staff Cuts in Major Cost-Cutting Drive

Key Facts

•Diageo is planning to cut staff in some teams by 20% to 30% following orders from the new CEO to reduce overheads.

Impact:

6/10

DEO

3 months ago

StocksBullish

Coinbase Rallies as Treasury Secretary Bessent Pushes for Crypto Clarity Act

Key Facts

•US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged Congress to pass the crypto bill before the August recess.
•Democrats are demanding rules to prevent officials from profiting off crypto assets as a condition for approval.

Impact:

6/10

COIN

3 months ago

StocksBullish

First Financial Bancorp Reports Record Earnings and Announces Finward Acquisition

Key Facts

•First Financial Bancorp reported adjusted earnings per share of $0.80, the highest in the company's history.
•First Financial agreed to acquire Finward Bancorp in an all-stock transaction.
•First Financial increased its quarterly dividend to $0.26 per share.

Impact:

6/10

FFBC

3 months ago

StocksBearishUpdated

Celldex Shares Plunge 7% Following Decision to Discontinue Barzolvolimab Development

Key Facts

•Celldex reported that topline results from its Phase 2 study of barzolvolimab in prurigo nodularis did not meet the primary or key secondary endpoints.

Impact:

6/10

CLDX

3 months ago

StocksBearish

Trump Taps Big Tech Critic Adam Candeub to Lead DoJ Antitrust Division

Key Facts

•President Trump has tapped Adam Candeub, a prominent critic of Big Tech, to lead the US Department of Justice's antitrust division.
•Candeub authored a chapter in Project 2025 calling for a sweeping shake-up of US competition enforcement.

Impact:

6/10

AAPL AMZN GOOGL META MSFT

3 months ago

StocksBullish

Samsung in Talks for €1 Billion Investment in French Startup Mistral AI

Key Facts

•Samsung is in discussions to invest up to €1 billion in the French artificial intelligence startup Mistral.

Impact:

6/10

BC94.L SMSD.L SMSN.L

3 months ago

StocksBullish

Samsung in Talks for €1B Investment in French Startup Mistral AI

Key Facts

•Samsung is in negotiations to invest up to 1 billion euros in the French startup Mistral AI.

Impact:

6/10

BC94.L

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

Nuclear Stocks Surge on Trump Program for AI Data Centers

Key Facts

•Oklo and X-Energy shares rose in after-hours trading following reports of joining a government program to accelerate nuclear plant development.
•The new government program aims to provide necessary power for AI data centers through nuclear energy.

Impact:

6/10

OKLO

3 months ago

StocksBearish

Regeneron Hit by Lawsuit After Failed Cancer Trial Wipes Out $11B in Value

Key Facts

•Regeneron Pharmaceuticals faces a securities class action lawsuit following the failure of a Phase 3 clinical trial for a melanoma therapy.
•The trial failure led to a severe market reaction, wiping out approximately $11 billion in market capitalization.

Impact:

6/10

REGN

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

OpenAI Sets $750B Spending Goal by 2030 Amid Stargate Project Delays

Key Facts

•OpenAI plans to spend $750 billion on cloud computing as it ramps up its technical efforts.
•The company has committed $20 billion to a new data-center project in Georgia, USA.
•OpenAI hired an architect who previously led Elon Musk's computing infrastructure build-out.

Impact:

6/10

MSFT NVDA

3 months ago

StocksBearish

Reddit Stock Slumps on Reports of Potential Google Content Restrictions

Key Facts

•Reddit shares fell Wednesday following reports suggesting the company discussed shutting off Google's access to its content.

Impact:

6/10

RDDT

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

Wabtec Raises 2026 Guidance Following Strong Q2 Earnings Growth

Key Facts

•Wabtec reported Q2 adjusted EPS of $2.76, up 21.6% year-over-year.
•Second quarter sales reached $3.18 billion with cash from operations at $441 million.
•The company increased its full-year 2026 revenue and adjusted EPS guidance.

Impact:

6/10

WAB

3 months ago

StocksBullish

FDA Accepts BridgeBio NDA for Encaleret as First ADH1 Treatment

Key Facts

•The US FDA accepted BridgeBio's New Drug Application for encaleret to treat autosomal dominant hypocalcemia type 1 (ADH1).
•The FDA set a PDUFA target action date of May 8, 2027, for the regulatory decision.
•If approved, encaleret would be the first therapy specifically indicated for ADH1, representing a potential blockbuster opportunity.

Impact:

6/10

BBIO

3 months ago

StocksBullish

Arrowhead Pharma Announces Successful Phase 3 Trial for Triglyceride Drug

Key Facts

•Arrowhead announced the successful completion of the Phase 3 trial for its triglyceride treatment drug.

Impact:

6/10

ARWR

3 months ago

StocksBullish

TECfusions to Go Public via $4 Billion SPAC Merger with Apex Treasury

Key Facts

•Data-center operator TECfusions plans to merge with New York-listed Apex Treasury in a deal valuing the company at $4 billion.
•The company hosts one of the largest AMD-based AI training clusters in North America.

Impact:

6/10

AMD

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

Johnson & Johnson Wins FDA Approval for New Robotic Surgery Device

Key Facts

•Johnson & Johnson received U.S. FDA marketing authorization for its robotic surgery device.
•The authorization clears the way for the healthcare conglomerate to enter the soft-tissue robotic surgery market.

Impact:

6/10

JNJ

3 months ago

StocksBullish

Teledyne Technologies Hits Record Q2 Results and Raises Full-Year 2026 Guidance

Key Facts

•Teledyne Technologies reported Q2 net sales of $1.66 billion, a 9.8% increase year-over-year.
•The company achieved adjusted EPS of $6.28 with a funded backlog reaching $5.0 billion.
•The company raised its full-year 2026 EPS outlook citing robust performance in digital imaging and defense segments.

Impact:

6/10

TDY

3 months ago

StocksBullish

Oklo Stock Surges on Joining $200M US AI Nuclear Power Initiative

Key Facts

•Oklo shares rose following reports that the firm is joining a Trump administration initiative to accelerate nuclear power plant development.
•Oklo and X-Energy are participating in a $200 million government program to support power infrastructure for AI data centers.

Impact:

6/10

OKLO

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated×2

Airbus Shares Surge Over 7% as Markets Digest Ambitious Profitability Targets

Key Facts

•Airbus launched a €5 billion ($5.7 billion) share buyback programme.
•The company unveiled new mid-term targets including a near doubling of profits by 2029.
•Airbus shares jumped almost 5% on Wednesday following the announcements.

Impact:

6/10

AIR.PA

3 months ago

StocksBearish

Reddit Stock Slumps Amid Data Licensing Standoff with Google

Key Facts

•Reddit stock is under pressure following reports that the platform is threatening to block Google from scraping its data.
•The standoff involves negotiations over renewing a data-licensing deal for AI model training and search traffic.

Impact:

6/10

RDDT

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

monday.com Cuts 20% of Workforce in Strategic Pivot to AI

Key Facts

•monday.com announced a 20% workforce reduction as part of a strategic pivot toward AI technologies.
•The company raised its 2026 operating margin outlook following the restructuring decision.

Impact:

6/10

MNDY

3 months ago

StocksBullish

US FDA Approves GSK Drug for Specific Lung Cancer Treatment

Key Facts

•The U.S. FDA approved GSK's drug for adults with a specific form of lung cancer who previously received targeted therapy.

Impact:

6/10

GSK

3 months ago

StocksBullish

Genuine Parts Beats Q2 Estimates as Truist Financial Raises Price Target

Key Facts

•Genuine Parts Company exceeded Q2 2026 revenue estimates, reporting $6.54 billion against a consensus of $6.39 billion.
•Adjusted earnings per share reached $2.15, surpassing the analyst estimate of $2.10.
•Truist Financial (TFC) raised its price target for GPC to $126.00 following strong industrial segment performance.

Impact:

6/10

TFC

3 months ago

StocksBearish

Celldex Therapeutics Shares Under Pressure as Barzolvolimab Phase 2 Trial Discontinued

Key Facts

•Celldex Therapeutics announced the discontinuation of its Phase 2 trial for Barzolvolimab in Prurigo Nodularis.

Impact:

6/10

CLDX

3 months ago

StocksBearish

US Senate Bill Threatens Mercedes-Benz Over Chinese Ownership Caps

Key Facts

•A US Senate panel advanced legislation to block Chinese-linked vehicle tech, setting a 15% Chinese ownership threshold for exclusion.
•Sen. Ted Cruz warned the bill could cover Mercedes-Benz as its two largest Chinese shareholders collectively own nearly 20%.

Impact:

6/10

MBGYY

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

ENCE Stock Surges 8.8% After Q2 2026 Revenue Beat

Key Facts

•ENCE Energia y Celulosa SA reported Q2 2026 revenues that exceeded analyst expectations.
•The company's share price rose by 8.8% following the earnings announcement.

Impact:

6/10

ENCE

3 months ago

StocksBullish

AirJoule Stock Surges on Strategic Partnership with Japan's Kubota

Key Facts

•AirJoule stock surged following a partnership with Japan's Kubota involving system purchases and an exclusive sales deal.

Impact:

6/10

6326.T

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

Ford and Geely Form Joint Venture in Spain for Multi-Energy Vehicle Production

Key Facts

•Ford Motor and China's Geely reached a deal to sell part of Ford's Almussafes plant near Valencia.
•The deal paves the way for Geely to manufacture electric vehicles in Spain, according to ABC newspaper.

Impact:

6/10

F 0175.HK

3 months ago

ForexBullishUpdated×2

Japanese Yen Hits Weakest Level Since 1986 as USD/JPY Breaks 163

Key Facts

•The USD/JPY exchange rate surpassed 163, marking the weakest level for the Japanese Yen since July 1986.

Impact:

7/10

USDJPY

3 months ago

Mergers & AcquisitionsBullish

First Financial Bancorp to Acquire Finward Bancorp in All-Stock Merger Deal

Key Facts

•First Financial Bancorp and Finward Bancorp announced a merger agreement where First Financial will acquire Finward in an all-stock transaction.
•The acquisition aims to expand First Financial's presence in the Chicago and Northwest Indiana markets by adding 24 financial centers.

Impact:

6/10

FFBC FNWD

3 months ago

Mergers & AcquisitionsBullish

Beazer Homes Stock Surges 24% on $704M Bid from Dream Finders Homes

Key Facts

•Dream Finders Homes made an unsolicited, all-cash bid to acquire Beazer Homes for $704 million.
•The offer price is $15 per share, representing a significant premium that triggered a 24% stock surge.

Impact:

6/10

BZH DFH

3 months ago

Mergers & AcquisitionsBullishUpdated

Z Fin Limited Receives Privatisation Bid at 61% Premium

Key Facts

•Z Fin Limited received a privatisation proposal from its controlling shareholder via a scheme of arrangement.
•The proposed cash cancellation price is HK$6.60 per scheme share.
•The offer price represents a premium of approximately 61.37% over the closing price on the last trading day.

Impact:

6/10

3 months ago

Mergers & AcquisitionsBullish

Magnolia Oil & Gas to Acquire WildFire Energy in $4.06 Billion Deal

Key Facts

•Magnolia Oil & Gas announced a deal to acquire WildFire Energy in a strategic transaction valued at $4.06 billion.
•The deal aims to expand the company's footprint in the Giddings area, boost free cash flow potential, and support higher dividends.

Impact:

6/10

MGY

3 months ago

Mergers & AcquisitionsBullish

Penske and Mitsui Bid $210 Per Share to Take Penske Automotive Private

Key Facts

•Penske Corporation and Mitsui & Co. have made a bid to take Penske Automotive Group private at $210 per share.

Impact:

6/10

8031.T

3 months ago