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July 23, 2026Connected

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Stocks

StocksBullishUpdated

WEX Inc. Raises 2026 Guidance Following Strong Q2 Revenue Growth

Key Facts

•WEX Inc. revenue increased 14.2% to $753.5 million in the second quarter of 2026.
•Adjusted net income per diluted share jumped 35.4% to $5.35, exceeding expectations.
•The company raised its full-year 2026 revenue guidance to a range of $2.86 billion to $2.90 billion.

Impact:

6/10

WEX

3 months ago

Commodities

CommoditiesBullish

QatarEnergy Extends LNG Force Majeure Through October 2026

Key Facts

•QatarEnergy has extended its force majeure on LNG shipments through mid-October 2026.
•The Qatari company is chartering out its LNG tankers to third parties into October amid ongoing supply disruptions.

Impact:

6/10

3 months ago

Mergers & Acquisitions

Mergers & AcquisitionsMixed

Elon Musk Sparks Tesla-SpaceX Merger Speculation for Before 2027

Key Facts

•Elon Musk discussed a potential merger between Tesla and SpaceX during the Q2 call, citing operational overlap.
•Prediction markets indicate a high likelihood of the merger occurring before 2027.

Impact:

6/10

TSLA SPCX

3 months ago

Geopolitics

GeopoliticsBullish

US House Approves $1.15 Trillion Defense Bill for Military Modernization

Key Facts

•The US House narrowly approved a $1.15 trillion defense package funding major military projects.
•The budget includes funding for the Golden Dome project, B-21 bombers, new submarines, and F-35 jets.

Impact:

6/10

GD LMT NOC

3 months ago

Macro Economy

Macro EconomyBullishUpdated×2

Australia June Employment Surges Past Forecasts as Labor Market Remains Resilient

Key Facts

•Australia recorded a sharp increase in new jobs during June, significantly exceeding market expectations.
•The unemployment rate in Australia remained steady despite the substantial surge in employment numbers.

Impact:

6/10

3 months ago

Crypto

CryptoBearishUpdated×2

Crypto Pioneer BitMEX to Shut Down Operations After 11-Year Run

Key Facts

•BitMEX, the exchange that pioneered perpetual swaps, has announced it is shutting down.

Impact:

6/10

BTC

3 months ago

July 23, 2026Connected

794 storiesLast updated: 11:02:04 PMPage 2 of 14

Stocks

StocksBullishUpdated

WEX Inc. Raises 2026 Guidance Following Strong Q2 Revenue Growth

Key Facts

•WEX Inc. revenue increased 14.2% to $753.5 million in the second quarter of 2026.
•Adjusted net income per diluted share jumped 35.4% to $5.35, exceeding expectations.
•The company raised its full-year 2026 revenue guidance to a range of $2.86 billion to $2.90 billion.

Impact:

6/10

WEX

3 months ago

Commodities

CommoditiesBullish

QatarEnergy Extends LNG Force Majeure Through October 2026

Key Facts

•QatarEnergy has extended its force majeure on LNG shipments through mid-October 2026.
•The Qatari company is chartering out its LNG tankers to third parties into October amid ongoing supply disruptions.

Impact:

6/10

3 months ago

Mergers & Acquisitions

Mergers & AcquisitionsMixed

Elon Musk Sparks Tesla-SpaceX Merger Speculation for Before 2027

Key Facts

•Elon Musk discussed a potential merger between Tesla and SpaceX during the Q2 call, citing operational overlap.
•Prediction markets indicate a high likelihood of the merger occurring before 2027.

Impact:

6/10

TSLA SPCX

3 months ago

Geopolitics

GeopoliticsBullish

US House Approves $1.15 Trillion Defense Bill for Military Modernization

Key Facts

•The US House narrowly approved a $1.15 trillion defense package funding major military projects.
•The budget includes funding for the Golden Dome project, B-21 bombers, new submarines, and F-35 jets.

Impact:

6/10

GD LMT NOC

3 months ago

Macro Economy

Macro EconomyBullishUpdated×2

Australia June Employment Surges Past Forecasts as Labor Market Remains Resilient

Key Facts

•Australia recorded a sharp increase in new jobs during June, significantly exceeding market expectations.
•The unemployment rate in Australia remained steady despite the substantial surge in employment numbers.

Impact:

6/10

3 months ago

Crypto

CryptoBearishUpdated×2

Crypto Pioneer BitMEX to Shut Down Operations After 11-Year Run

Key Facts

•BitMEX, the exchange that pioneered perpetual swaps, has announced it is shutting down.

Impact:

6/10

BTC

3 months ago

StocksBearishUpdated

American Airlines Shares Slide 8% Despite Q2 Earnings Beat

Key Facts

•American Airlines further reduced its 2026 earnings guidance, citing a spike in fuel expenses.

Impact:

6/10

AAL

3 months ago

StocksBullish

IBM to Acquire HRL Laboratories to Bolster Quantum Computing Strategy

Key Facts

•IBM agreed to acquire HRL Laboratories, a research lab jointly owned by Boeing Co and General Motors.
•The deal aims to add a second pillar to IBM's quantum efforts using HRL's expertise in silicon-spin qubits.

Impact:

6/10

IBM BA GM

3 months ago

StocksBullish

Honeywell Beats Q2 Estimates and Raises Outlook Following Automation Pivot

Key Facts

•Honeywell reported EPS of $1.95, exceeding analyst estimates of $1.80 by 8.33%.
•The company posted quarterly revenue of $5.19 billion, surpassing the consensus estimate of $4.98 billion.
•Honeywell saw 4% organic sales growth, fueled by its Building Automation and Process Automation segments.

Impact:

6/10

HON

3 months ago

StocksBullish

STMicroelectronics Hikes AI Data-Center Sales Goal for Second Time

Key Facts

•European chip maker STMicroelectronics raised its revenue target for AI data centers following a previous upgrade in June.
•The company is a key supplier to major entities including Apple, Tesla, and SpaceX.

Impact:

6/10

STM AAPL TSLA

3 months ago

StocksBullish

AstraZeneca Secures EU Approval for Breast Cancer Drug Camizestrant

Key Facts

•AstraZeneca received EU approval for its breast-cancer drug camizestrant.
•U.S. regulators are still continuing their review of the company's application for the same drug.

Impact:

6/10

AZN.L

3 months ago

StocksMixed

InterDigital Wins New European Injunction Against Disney in Patent Dispute

Key Facts

•InterDigital has been awarded another injunction against Disney by the Unified Patent Court (UPC).
•The UPC is a pan-European patent court whose decisions apply across multiple EU countries.

Impact:

6/10

IDCC DIS

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

RELX Growth Accelerates in Science and Legal Units as AI Disruption Fears Ease

Key Facts

•Information and analytics group RELX reported accelerating growth in its scientific and legal divisions.
•The results provided relief to investors worried about the impact of AI companies like Anthropic on the business.

Impact:

6/10

RELX

3 months ago

StocksBullish

FirstCash Posts Record Q2 Earnings and Launches $150M Share Buyback

Key Facts

•FirstCash reported a 58% increase in GAAP EPS and a 40% increase in adjusted EPS for the second quarter.
•The Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.42 per share to be paid in August 2026.
•The Board authorized a new $150 million share repurchase plan following the completion of its previous plan.

Impact:

6/10

FCFS

3 months ago

StocksBullish

Ermenegildo Zegna Group Reports Strong 10.3% Revenue Growth in Q2 2026

Key Facts

•Ermenegildo Zegna Group reported Q2 2026 revenues of €517.1 million, up 10.3% year-over-year.
•H1 2026 revenues reached €987.3 million, a 6.4% increase compared to the same period last year.

Impact:

6/10

ZGN

3 months ago

StocksBullish

Geely to Produce Electric SUVs at Ford's Spanish Plant in European Expansion

Key Facts

•Geely Auto will build two electric SUV models at Ford's factory in Spain.
•Geely and Ford plan to jointly develop a new model specifically for the European market.

Impact:

6/10

0175.HK F

3 months ago

StocksBullish

Eli Lilly Plans 2027 FDA Filing for Retatrutide Following Positive Obesity Trial Data

Key Facts

•Eli Lilly announced positive results from two more Phase 3 trials of its experimental obesity drug retatrutide.
•The company plans to submit an application to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the first quarter of 2027.
•The drug showed significant weight loss and blood sugar improvements in adults with obesity and diabetes or cardiovascular disease.

Impact:

6/10

LLY

3 months ago

StocksBullish

US Judge Challenges 69,000 J&J Talc Cancer Lawsuits Over Evidence

Key Facts

•A federal judge cast doubt on claims by 69,000 people alleging J&J's talc products caused ovarian cancer.
•The judge ruled that plaintiffs must provide more specific evidence or risk having their lawsuits dismissed.

Impact:

6/10

JNJ

3 months ago

StocksBullish

IMAX Stock Surges 11% After Crushing Q2 Earnings Estimates on Box Office Momentum

Key Facts

•IMAX reported earnings per share of $0.43, crushing Q2 estimates.
•The company achieved revenue of $102.8 million driven by strong box office momentum.

Impact:

6/10

IMAX

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

TotalEnergies Hits 3-Year Profit High as Geopolitical Tensions Drive Oil Prices

Key Facts

•TotalEnergies reported its strongest quarterly profit in nearly three years.
•The Iran conflict contributed to lifting global oil prices, boosting the company's financial results.

Impact:

6/10

TTE TTE.PA TTE.L TOTB.DE

3 months ago

StocksBearish

Ensign Group Shares Drop Following Activist Reports Questioning Business Practices

Key Facts

•Ensign Group shares fell over 8% following reports from Hunterbrook Media and Muddy Waters questioning its business practices.

Impact:

6/10

ENSG

3 months ago

StocksBullish

Quest Diagnostics Beats Q2 Estimates and Provides Positive Full-Year Revenue Guidance

Key Facts

•Quest Diagnostics reported Q2 revenue of $3.04 billion, surpassing FactSet estimates of $2.97 billion.
•The company posted Q2 adjusted EPS of $3.12 per share, exceeding the FactSet estimate of $2.82.
•The company expects full-year 2026 revenue to be between $11.95 billion and $12.05 billion.

Impact:

6/10

DGX

3 months ago

StocksBullish

Roper Technologies Raises 2026 Guidance Following Strong Q2 Revenue Growth

Key Facts

•Roper Technologies reported a 9% increase in Q2 net revenues, reaching $2.11 billion.
•The company raised its full-year 2026 adjusted DEPS outlook to a range of $22.15–$22.30.
•The company repurchased 3.6 million shares for $1.2 billion during the second quarter.

Impact:

6/10

ROP

3 months ago

StocksBullish

India Eases E-commerce FDI Rules to Boost Global Exports

Key Facts

•The Indian government eased foreign investment rules to allow e-commerce companies to buy products directly from local sellers for overseas sales.

Impact:

6/10

AMZN

3 months ago

StocksBearish

Las Vegas Sands Shares Slide After Q2 Earnings Miss

Key Facts

•Las Vegas Sands reported Q2 financial results that missed both earnings and revenue estimates.
•Analysts have lowered their price targets for the stock following the weak performance.

Impact:

6/10

0QY4.L

3 months ago

StocksBearishUpdated

Videndum Stock Crashes to Record Low Following Profit Warning and CEO Exit

Key Facts

•Videndum stock crashed to a record low following a profit warning issued by the company.
•The company announced the exit of its CEO alongside the deteriorating financial outlook.

Impact:

6/10

3 months ago

StocksBullish

Oatly Stock Jumps as Company Raises 2026 Revenue Guidance on Product Expansion

Key Facts

•Oatly management raised its revenue forecast for 2026 as new flavors and formats broaden the brand's appeal.

Impact:

6/10

OTLY

3 months ago

StocksBullish

J&J Reports Positive Phase 3 Results for Multiple Myeloma Immunotherapy

Key Facts

•The MonumenTAL-6 study showed that the combination of TECVAYLI and TALVEY reduced the risk of disease progression or death by 89%.
•The dual antigen regimen recorded a 62% reduction in the risk of death among previously treated multiple myeloma patients.

Impact:

6/10

JNJ

3 months ago

StocksBullish

Eos Energy Raises $263M to Capitalize Long-Duration Energy Storage Joint Venture

Key Facts

•Eos Energy announced raising approximately $263 million through a rights offering and investments from Hudson Bay and Cerberus.

Impact:

6/10

EOSE

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

Credo Expands AI Infrastructure Reach with DustPhotonics Acquisition

Key Facts

•Credo completed the DustPhotonics acquisition to expand into silicon photonics and AI connectivity platforms.
•Management expects optical products to generate over $600 million in revenue by fiscal 2027.

Impact:

6/10

CRDO

3 months ago

StocksBearishUpdated

Pathward Financial Faces Credit Pressure as NPLs Rise in Renewable Sector

Key Facts

•Pathward Financial's nonperforming loans rose to 5.3%, sparking concerns over credit quality.

Impact:

6/10

CASH

3 months ago

StocksBullish

Southwest Airlines Q2 Earnings Surge Past Estimates on Strong Yearly Growth

Key Facts

•Southwest Airlines reported earnings of $0.94 per share, significantly beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.52.
•The company's earnings showed a substantial increase from the $0.43 per share reported in the same quarter a year ago.

Impact:

6/10

LUV

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

Acme United Shares Surge 12% Following Q2 2026 Earnings Beat

Key Facts

•Acme United reported Q2 2026 financial results that surpassed analyst expectations.
•The company's share price rose by 12% following the positive earnings announcement.

Impact:

6/10

3 months ago

StocksBearishUpdated

EasyJet Profits Plunge 70% Amid Rising Fuel Costs and Middle East Conflict

Key Facts

•EasyJet reported a third-quarter headline profit before tax of £85 million, down from £286 million in the previous year.

Impact:

6/10

EZJ

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

Matador Resources to Acquire Paloma Permian in $1.9 Billion Deal

Key Facts

•Matador Resources announced a definitive agreement to acquire Paloma Permian, a portfolio company of EnCap Investments.

Impact:

6/10

3 months ago

StocksBearishUpdated×2

Leslie's Shares Plunge on Reports of Potential Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Filing

Key Facts

•Leslie's shares sank following reports that the company is considering filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

Impact:

6/10

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

Besi Orders Surge 128.8% on Robust AI and Data Center Demand

Key Facts

•BE Semiconductor Industries (Besi) reported a 128.8% rise in quarterly orders.

Impact:

6/10

BESI

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

TGS Reports Strong Q2 Turnaround with Record Backlog Surge

Key Facts

•TGS reported revenues of USD 400 million for Q2 2026, driven by high activity in the Americas and West Africa.
•EBITDA rose 60% year-over-year to USD 244 million.
•The company's order backlog increased by 78% to reach USD 756 million.

Impact:

6/10

TGS

3 months ago

StocksBearishUpdated×2

S&P 500 Declines as Oil Hits $100 and Treasury Yields Spike

Key Facts

•The S&P 500 fell amid broad selling pressure as oil prices reached $100 per barrel.
•The 10-year US Treasury yield spiked to 4.70%, reviving fears of Federal Reserve interest rate hikes.
•The VIX volatility index rose significantly alongside the decline in equities.

Impact:

6/10

SPX

3 months ago

StocksBearishUpdated

Hyundai Motor Q2 Operating Profit Drops 21%, Missing Estimates

Key Facts

•Hyundai Motor reported a 21% drop in second-quarter operating profit, missing analysts' estimates.
•The company cited weaker vehicle sales, production disruptions, and higher costs as reasons for the decline, despite support from a weaker won.

Impact:

6/10

HYMTF

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

Dow Beats Q2 Profit Estimates on Higher Pricing and Cost Efficiency

Key Facts

•Dow Inc surpassed second-quarter adjusted profit estimates, reporting $1.44 per share.
•Higher polyethylene prices driven by Middle East supply disruptions supported profit margins.
•The company increased its cost-cutting program savings target by an additional $200 million for this year.

Impact:

6/10

DOW

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

Kuehne + Nagel Lifts Guidance Again on 20% Air Logistics Revenue Surge

Key Facts

•Kuehne + Nagel raised its earnings guidance again following strong performance in its air logistics division.
•Air logistics revenue jumped by 20% during the current quarter.

Impact:

6/10

KHNGY

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated×2

Knight-Swift Raises Q3 2026 Profit Guidance Amid Freight Pricing Recovery

Key Facts

•Knight-Swift projects Q3 2026 adjusted EPS to be between $0.71 and $0.77.

Impact:

6/10

KNX

3 months ago

StocksBearishUpdated

Amazon Faces U.S. Senate Probe Over Alleged Chinese Influence

Key Facts

•E-commerce giant Amazon is facing a U.S. Senate probe over allegations regarding Chinese influence within the company.

Impact:

6/10

AMZN

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

Zevra Therapeutics Achieves Profitability and Secures Miplyffa Patent Through 2041

Key Facts

•The FDA listed Miplyffa's patent in the Orange Book, granting market exclusivity through 2041.
•The company achieved FY25 net sales of $87.4M and moved into profitability.
•The company retired all debt and now holds $236.8M in cash and investments.

Impact:

6/10

ZVRA

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

Vita Coco Shares Surge on Strong Q2 Results and Raised 2026 Guidance

Key Facts

•Vita Coco shares rose following the announcement of strong financial results for the second quarter of 2026.
•The company raised its financial guidance for 2026 based on strong performance and sustained demand.

Impact:

6/10

VITA

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

Jupiter Profits Surge 67% as Company Raises CCLA Merger Synergy Targets

Key Facts

•Jupiter reported a 67% surge in its first-half profits for 2026.
•The company decided to raise its synergy targets from the CCLA merger following strong results.

Impact:

6/10

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

James Hardie Preliminary Q1 Results Beat Guidance on Strong Housing Demand

Key Facts

•James Hardie announced preliminary Q1 FY2027 results that exceeded its prior guidance.
•The strong performance was driven by strength in Siding & Trim and Deck, Rail & Accessories segments.

Impact:

6/10

JAMES HARDIE

3 months ago

StocksBearishUpdated

Global Stocks Sink as Oil Hits $100 and Tech Spending Concerns Mount

Key Facts

•Stock markets declined due to concerns over high capital expenditure (cash burn) in the Big Tech sector.
•Oil prices reached $100 per barrel for the first time since May.

Impact:

6/10

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

Orange Belgium H1 2026 Profits Jump 10.5% on Operational Efficiency

Key Facts

•Orange Belgium achieved a 10.5% year-on-year growth in EBITDAaL for the first half of 2026.
•Mobile postpaid customers grew by 2.2% and cable customers increased by 1.3% year-on-year.

Impact:

6/10

ORAN

3 months ago

StocksBearishUpdated×2

NVR, Inc. Net Income Drops 29% in Q2 Amid Housing Market Pressures

Key Facts

•NVR, Inc. reported net income of $236.5 million for the second quarter of 2026, a 29% decrease year-over-year.

Impact:

6/10

NVR

3 months ago

StocksBearishUpdated

Ubisoft Shares Plunge 13% Despite Q1 Net Bookings Beat

Key Facts

•Ubisoft shares plummeted 13% in market trading following the announcement of its Q1 results.
•Net bookings slipped 9.2% despite the success of the Assassin's Creed remake.

Impact:

6/10

UBISOFT

3 months ago

StocksBullishUpdated

Gentherm Beats Q2 Estimates and Raises 2026 Outlook After Record Revenue

Key Facts

•Gentherm reported EPS of $0.75, significantly beating the analyst consensus of $0.56 by 27.12%.
•The company posted record quarterly revenue of $416.17 million, an 11% increase year-over-year.
•The company raised its full-year 2026 outlook after securing approximately $690 million in new automotive business.

Impact:

6/10

THRM

3 months ago

CommoditiesBullishUpdated

Billionaire Dangote Proposes $17 Billion Oil Refinery in Kenya

Key Facts

•Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote proposed building a $17 billion oil refinery in Kenya with a capacity of 700,000 barrels per day.

Impact:

6/10

3 months ago

CommoditiesBullishUpdated×2

Crop Prices Hit 3-Year High Amid Supply Risks and El Niño Threats

Key Facts

•The Bloomberg Agriculture Spot Index (BCOMAGSP) surged to its highest level since July 2023.
•Chicago wheat and soybean futures reached two-year highs due to Black Sea conflict escalations.
•Forecasts for the strongest El Niño in 75 years threaten global food supply chains.

Impact:

6/10

BCOMAGSP

3 months ago

Mergers & AcquisitionsBullishUpdated

AtlasClear Announces Strategic Expansion into Digital Assets and Securities

Key Facts

•AtlasClear Holdings signed a non-binding LOI to acquire a revenue-generating institutional digital asset business.
•The planned acquisitions are expected to add approximately $35.4 million in combined revenue by year-end 2025.
•The company revised its LOI for Dawson James Securities to result in an initial 24.9% ownership closing.

Impact:

6/10

3 months ago

GeopoliticsBearishUpdated×2

US Adviser Accuses China's Moonshot AI of IP Theft from Anthropic

Key Facts

•A tech adviser to Donald Trump stated that China's Moonshot AI stole technology from the US firm Anthropic.
•The allegations emerge as Chinese AI companies face heightened scrutiny from the US government.

Impact:

6/10

3 months ago

GeopoliticsBearishUpdated

China Launches Live-Fire Drills in Taiwan Strait After US-China Talks

Key Facts

•China announced the start of two-day live-fire military drills around Dongshan Island, bordering Guangdong province.
•The drills follow a day after talks in Manila between US Secretary of State Rubio and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
•The US criticized recent Chinese encroachments near Taiwan and noted that a pending arms package to Taiwan is under internal review.

Impact:

6/10

3 months ago

Macro EconomyBullishUpdated×3

US Jobless Claims Plunge to 187k Signaling Labor Market Resilience

Key Facts

•US initial jobless claims fell by 22k to 187k, significantly lower than the expected 212k.

Impact:

6/10

3 months ago

CryptoBearishUpdated

Arbitrum DEX AFX Trade Exploited for $24 Million in USDC Theft

Key Facts

•Decentralized exchange AFX Trade suffered an exploit on its custody bridge, resulting in the theft of $24 million in USDC stablecoin.

Impact:

6/10

ETH

3 months ago