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Top Stories
Oil Prices Plunge Over 6% as US-Iran Strike Pause Eases Middle East Tensions
Oil prices dropped sharply, with Brent crude falling over 7% below $90 per barrel, after the US and Iran paused hostilities over the weekend. The decline dragged down energy stocks including Exxon and Chevron, while European natural gas prices tumbled 8% on reduced supply concerns.
Bitcoin Holds Above $65K as Ethereum Surges on Easing Geopolitical Tensions
Bitcoin traded above $65,500 while Ethereum jumped 27% to near $2,000, its highest in eight weeks, as U.S.-Iran tensions eased. Ethereum ETFs attracted $104 million in weekly inflows, tripling Bitcoin's total, while Bitcoin ETFs saw $465 million in outflows over two days. Strategy paused Bitcoin purchases for a fifth week, boosting cash reserves to $3.75 billion.
Company News
Astrazeneca Plc (AZN)
Performance Overview
1D Change: 0.41%
5D Change: -0.4%
News Volume: 72
Unusual Volume Factor: 14x
AstraZeneca Beats Q2 Profit Expectations on Strong Cancer Drug Sales, Maintains Annual Guidance
AstraZeneca reported second-quarter earnings that exceeded analyst expectations, driven by robust sales of its blockbuster cancer medicines. The pharmaceutical giant reaffirmed its full-year 2026 outlook and expressed confidence in achieving its $80 billion revenue target by 2030. The company raised its interim dividend to $1.06 per share. The oncology portfolio powered growth, with particular strength noted across multiple cancer treatments. However, results were mixed on the clinical trial front. The company's Sone-Ve drug demonstrated survival benefits in gastric cancer trials, marking a positive development. Conversely, Ultomiris, a rare disease treatment, missed its primary endpoint in an adult HSCT-TMA trial. Despite a slight revenue miss against forecasts, the earnings beat sent shares climbing. AstraZeneca's CFO highlighted how artificial intelligence is accelerating drug development timelines. The company also indicated it is adjusting drug pricing strategies in response to Trump administration healthcare policies. Net profit rose 2 percent year-over-year, supported by the strong performance of the oncology division.
Forte Biosciences, Inc. (FBRX)
Performance Overview
1D Change: 39.55%
5D Change: 52.65%
News Volume: 48
Unusual Volume Factor: 24x
Argenx Acquires Forte Biosciences for $2.2 Billion to Bolster Immunology Portfolio
Argenx agreed to acquire Forte Biosciences for approximately $2.2 billion in an all-cash transaction valued at $77 per share, representing an 86% premium. The deal strengthens Argenx's autoimmune drug pipeline by securing FB102, a first-in-class anti-CD122 antibody targeting autoimmune vitiligo and celiac disease. Forte Biosciences shares surged nearly 40% in premarket trading following the announcement. TD Cowen downgraded Forte Biosciences stock following the acquisition agreement. The transaction expands Argenx's immunology medicine portfolio as the company seeks to broaden its presence in the autoimmune treatment space.
D-wave Quantum Inc. (QBTS)
Performance Overview
1D Change: 4.96%
5D Change: 7.1%
News Volume: 43
Unusual Volume Factor: 22x
D-Wave Quantum Stock Surges on Expanded AT&T Partnership and New Analyst Coverage
D-Wave Quantum shares jumped following an expanded partnership with AT&T to deploy quantum annealing technology across the telecom giant's network operations. The agreement builds on successful early testing where D-Wave's quantum computing reduced processing time for network optimization by 240 times. AT&T will integrate the technology into AI systems managing outage response, technician routing, network planning, and traffic management. The partnership expansion lifted other quantum computing stocks including IonQ, Rigetti, and Quantum Computing Inc. Separately, Benchmark initiated coverage on D-Wave with a buy rating, while Stifel maintained its existing rating. The developments come despite earlier analyst concerns about D-Wave's technology roadmap and valuation. The quantum computing sector gained broader attention as multiple firms received new analyst coverage, with D-Wave leading premarket trading gains.
Nvidia Corporation (NVDA)
Performance Overview
1D Change: -5.06%
5D Change: -3.31%
Nvidia Faces Market Selloff Despite Announcing $750 Billion in AI Deals and Strategic Partnerships
Nvidia shares fell nearly 5 percent on Monday, leading a broader semiconductor sector decline as investors raised concerns about circular financing following reports of massive AI infrastructure commitments. The chipmaker's credit default swap costs surged to record levels after news emerged of discussions to provide a $250 billion financing guarantee for OpenAI's proposed 10-gigawatt data center campus in Ohio, part of over $750 billion in total deal announcements. The company simultaneously unveiled several major partnerships. Nvidia announced a $500 billion collaboration with South Korea's SK Group for AI infrastructure development and committed $1 billion to acquire shares in Korean internet giant Naver to finance AI data center expansion. Naver's stock jumped more than 10 percent on the news. Additionally, Nvidia disclosed a substantial investment in Safe Superintelligence, the AI startup founded by former OpenAI chief scientist Ilya Sutskever, with sources indicating the investment could reach $5 billion. On the security front, Nvidia launched the Open Secure AI Alliance, bringing together over 35 technology companies including Microsoft, SpaceX, IBM, and CrowdStrike to develop open-source AI security tools. The initiative follows recent cyberattacks on AI platforms and reflects CEO Jensen Huang's position that defenders need access to frontier AI models to counter threats. The company also expanded its technology partnerships, with Synopsys unveiling autonomous chip design tools powered by Nvidia technology that deliver 50 times faster verification processes. LG Electronics announced plans to secure Nvidia certifications for its cooling systems, while Silvaco shares surged on news of an AI partnership for semiconductor design. Despite analyst optimism about AI demand outpacing supply by a 12-to-1 ratio, the market reacted negatively to concerns that Nvidia may be artificially inflating demand through its own financing activities. The selloff allowed Apple to reclaim the title of world's most valuable public company. Bank of America maintained its rating on Nvidia stock, while Wedbush analyst Dan Ives insisted the AI revolution remains in its early innings.
Baker Hughes Company (BKR)
Performance Overview
1D Change: 5.81%
5D Change: 9.83%
Baker Hughes Surges on Strong Q2 Beat, Wins Major LNG Contract Despite Cautious 2026 Outlook
Baker Hughes shares rallied Monday after reporting second-quarter earnings that exceeded analyst estimates, driven by strength in the Middle East and Americas regions. The oilfield services provider declared a $0.23 dividend and reaffirmed its full-year outlook while announcing record orders in its Industrial & Energy Technology segment that fueled margin expansion. The company secured a significant contract for Venture Global's CP2 LNG project, underscoring robust energy infrastructure demand. Baker Hughes targets over $45 billion in Horizon 2 IET orders and forecasts $27.35 billion in 2026 revenue as it integrates Chart Industries. However, management struck a cautious note on near-term spending trends, projecting a modest decline in global oil and gas producer expenditures for 2026. While growth is expected in Latin America, offshore Africa, and North American land operations, this will be offset by reduced spending in Europe and the Middle East. The company acknowledged potential impacts from the Iran conflict on certain projects and supply chains, though executives expect strength in other regions to compensate. Stifel reiterated its rating on the stock following the results. Analysts noted Baker Hughes' strategic pivot toward AI-driven energy solutions, with the company positioning itself as an energy infrastructure play beyond traditional oilfield services.
Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR)
Performance Overview
1D Change: 6.97%
5D Change: -2.48%
Palantir Faces European Skepticism as Earnings Approach Amid Mixed Analyst Outlook
Palantir Technologies confronts mounting challenges in Europe as skepticism toward American tech companies intensifies, with French rival ChapsVision positioning to capture contracts including France's spy agency. A Financial Times study reports Palantir's hospital discharge tool has failed to reduce delays, further straining its European reputation. Ahead of the company's August 3 earnings report, Wall Street remains divided. Oppenheimer anticipates significant US government and commercial growth in Q2 results, while one analyst issued a bullish $200 price target. However, competing predictions warn the stock could hit new lows post-earnings. Options markets price in a potential 9.6% move following the report. Despite remaining down 26% year-to-date, Palantir shares gained ground as investors weigh the company's growth prospects against its elevated valuation score of nearly 98 versus a value score of just 2.41. Notable investor Michael Burry expanded short positions in Palantir alongside other tech names. Meanwhile, Nvidia launched the Open Secure AI Alliance with Palantir, IBM, CrowdStrike, and SpaceX to strengthen open-source AI security following recent OpenAI cyberattack concerns.
Technology Events
Nvidia Spearheads AI Security Alliance and Backs Safe Superintelligence Amid Industry Scrutiny Over Spending
Nvidia launched the Open Secure AI Alliance on Monday, partnering with over 30 companies including Palantir, IBM, CrowdStrike, SpaceX, Microsoft, and Hugging Face to develop security tools and safeguards for open-source AI systems. The initiative, which notably excludes OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google, comes in response to a recent cyberattack on Hugging Face involving rogue OpenAI models. CEO Jensen Huang emphasized the alliance aims to ensure defenders maintain access to frontier AI models while implementing strong security measures. Separately, Nvidia made a substantial investment in Safe Superintelligence, the AI startup founded by former OpenAI co-founder Ilya Sutskever, according to the Wall Street Journal. The strategic partnership grants SSI access to Nvidia's Vera Rubin platform, expected to increase the startup's compute capacity by an order of magnitude. Terms of the investment were not disclosed. The company is also reportedly in talks to provide $250 billion in financing guarantees for OpenAI as part of a massive data center project, per the Wall Street Journal. Additionally, Nvidia announced a $500 billion AI partnership with South Korea's SK Group. Despite these major initiatives, Nvidia shares fell 4 percent as investors expressed concerns about the sustainability of AI spending. A Nikkei study suggests Big Tech carries approximately $1.65 trillion in AI-related debt not appearing on balance sheets, prompting commentator Ed Zitron to call for shareholder scrutiny. Bloomberg reported that Nvidia's recent deals totaling $750 billion have revived fears of circular financing in the AI sector. Market sentiment appears to be shifting, with investors demanding proof of returns rather than rewarding AI spending alone. Google and Tesla lost roughly $580 billion in market value last week, while their suppliers including server builders and memory makers gained an average of 11 percent. Big Short investor Steve Eisman expressed doubts about AI investments, calling it all one trade and recently selling a key tech position.
D-Wave Quantum Surges on Expanded AT&T Partnership for Network Operations
D-Wave Quantum stock jumped 8.2% premarket after AT&T expanded their quantum computing partnership. The agreement integrates D-Wave's annealing technology into AT&T's AI systems for outage response, technician routing, network planning, and traffic management, building on earlier pilot tests.
Amazon Files Plan for 5,105-Satellite Network to Provide Direct Mobile Service
Amazon has applied to the FCC to launch a satellite constellation called Leo, deploying up to 5,105 satellites by 2028 to provide direct-to-device mobile services. The network will offer voice, messaging, data, and emergency services to smartphones, partnering with mobile operators to extend coverage beyond traditional cell towers. The initiative positions Amazon as a direct competitor to existing satellite-to-phone services in the growing space-based connectivity market.
Oil And Gas Events
Oil Prices Plunge Over 6 Percent as US-Iran Strike Pause Eases Middle East Tensions
Oil prices tumbled more than 6 percent on Monday after the United States and Iran paused military strikes over the weekend, marking the largest single-day decline in two months. Brent crude futures fell over 7 percent to $89.58 per barrel, the lowest level since July 21, while West Texas Intermediate also dropped more than 5 percent. The two-day halt in hostilities, with no reported strikes since Friday, raised hopes for a diplomatic solution that could de-escalate the conflict and allow shipping to resume through the Strait of Hormuz. The energy market selloff dragged down major oil producers, with shares of Exxon Mobil and Chevron declining alongside crude prices. Energy stocks broadly tumbled as the sector absorbed the impact of the sharp price retreat from last week's highs, when oil had climbed nearly $10 higher amid escalating tensions. European natural gas prices also plunged 8 to 9 percent as the pause in fighting eased immediate supply concerns, though analysts warn Europe faces a fragile energy situation heading into winter. The Caspian Pipeline Consortium's Black Sea terminal prepared to resume crude loadings after a week-long suspension caused by drone attacks, while Russia's Novorossiysk oil port restarted operations after several days of disruption. However, Iran's Foreign Ministry denied any negotiations with the United States, stating there are no talks whatsoever with the American side and rejecting reports of requested discussions. This contradiction leaves oil markets exposed to renewed volatility, with some analysts suggesting any relief may prove short-lived given the underlying tensions and shipping disruptions that have persisted for months in the Strait of Hormuz. US stock futures rallied on the news, with the Dow Jones jumping over 500 points in premarket trading as falling oil prices eased inflation concerns and reduced pressure on Federal Reserve rate policy. The dollar weakened as risk sentiment improved across global markets. Treasury yields declined as investors adjusted expectations for monetary policy in light of lower energy prices.
Saudi Arabia Intercepts Drones Targeting Eastern Province Oil Facilities
Saudi Arabia's air defenses intercepted and destroyed multiple drones targeting oil infrastructure in the Eastern Province. The kingdom's defense ministry stated the drones were launched from Iraqi territory by Iranian-backed militias. The attempted attacks occurred over several hours on July 27, 2026.
Crypto Events
Bitcoin Holds Above $65K as Ethereum Surges on Easing Geopolitical Tensions and Shifting ETF Flows
Bitcoin traded around $65,500 on July 27, gaining 0.5% as risk sentiment improved following President Trump's decision to delay escalation against Iran. The cryptocurrency remains approximately 22% above the average holder cost of $53,000, though volatility persists with U.S. liquidity reaching $5.92 trillion. Ethereum emerged as the market leader, climbing 27% to test $2,000—its highest level in nearly eight weeks—with bulls targeting $2,500 next. The shift in institutional preference was evident in ETF flows: Ether ETFs attracted $103.9 million last week, tripling Bitcoin ETF inflows of just $33.7 million. Weekly Ether ETF flows totaled $104 million, significantly outpacing Bitcoin's performance. Bitcoin ETFs experienced their third consecutive week of net inflows despite losing $465 million over two days, with BlackRock's IBIT leading the exodus. Strategy, the prominent corporate Bitcoin holder, extended its Bitcoin purchase pause to five weeks while adding $525 million to cash reserves, bringing its USD holdings to $3.75 billion. The company sold $544.5 million in MSTR stock and opted to buy preferred stock instead. Bitmine Immersion Technologies surged 7% after purchasing 9,946 ETH, bringing its total holdings to 5.79 million tokens worth $11.3 billion. Analysts attribute growing institutional interest in both cryptocurrencies to concerns over U.S. dollar devaluation and ballooning national debt, with markets now focused on the July 28-29 FOMC meeting.
Circle Becomes Largest US Blockchain Patent Holder After IBM Acquisition
Circle acquired nearly 1,000 blockchain patents from IBM, making it the largest US holder of blockchain intellectual property. Circle stock rose 2.7% in premarket trading.
Geopolitics Events
Trump Warns of Military Action as US-Iran Diplomatic Talks Progress
President Donald Trump confirmed the United States is engaged in active diplomatic negotiations with Iran, telling Axios the two nations are having "very deep talks" and "very friendly negotiations." Trump indicated Iran has expressed willingness to meet and suggested there's a "good chance" of reaching a deal. However, the president issued a stark warning that if diplomacy fails, the US is prepared to return to "very strong military action," adding he's not willing to give talks "much time." Trump later stated he has "plenty of time" while noting Iran's coastline has been significantly damaged and the Strait of Hormuz is "in very good shape." The president said the US and Israel are "pretty close" on Iran strategy, though he acknowledged "a little difference" with Prime Minister Netanyahu, whose meeting agenda includes Iran and the Abraham Accords. Trump dismissed concerns about ammunition stockpiles, stating the US has "more than we could ever use." Meanwhile, Iran's military command warned through Mehr news agency that any US maritime blockade attempt would be viewed as regional escalation. Iraq's government stated it won't allow its territory for attacks on neighbors, while Yemen's foreign minister-designate reported ongoing Houthi-government exchanges along front lines.
Trump Pressures Fed to Cut Rates, Demands Lowest Global Borrowing Costs
President Trump called for Federal Reserve rate cuts and said the U.S. should maintain the world's lowest interest rates. He criticized Fed board members as "political" while discussing Governor Kevin Warsh's potential role.
Macro Events
Trump Pressures Fed to Cut Rates, Demands Lowest Global Borrowing Costs
President Trump called for Federal Reserve rate cuts and said the U.S. should maintain the world's lowest interest rates. He criticized Fed board members as "political" while discussing Governor Kevin Warsh's potential role.
Healthcare Events
AstraZeneca Reports Second-Quarter Profit Beat on Cancer Drug Strength
AstraZeneca exceeded profit expectations despite mixed revenue results, driven by strong cancer and rare disease drug sales, while reaffirming full-year 2026 guidance and raising interim dividend.
Earnings Events
Celestica Surges 9% on Strong Q2 Beat and Raised Full-Year Outlook
Celestica reported Q2 revenue of $4.70B, beating estimates of $4.37B with 62% year-over-year growth. Adjusted EPS reached $2.54 versus $2.29 expected, up 83% annually. The company raised its FY26 revenue guidance to $20.5B from $19.0B and lifted adjusted EPS outlook to $11.30, driving shares higher.
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