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US futures climbed ahead of upcoming inflation data, though major indexes were down for the week. Global markets showed divergence, with Japan's Nikkei 225 and South Korea's Kospi advancing sharply, while Britain's FTSE 100 and Hong Kong's Hang Seng declined. Commodity prices also shifted, with benchmark U.S. crude and Brent crude both slipping in value.

Some Silicon Valley private schools are raising funds by building miniature venture capital funds instead of traditional galas. These funds accept donations from alumni and parent-investors, using expertise from firms like Lightspeed and Sequoia to invest in pre-IPO tech companies. Saint Francis High School pioneered this method with a major investment in Snap that returned substantial profits when the company went public.

Nasdaq-listed PowerCompute has refinanced $18 million of its debt. The company utilized a Bitcoin-backed facility to conduct the refinancing, which carries an initial interest rate of about 2%.

Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund and Jared Kushner's Affinity Partners have completed a $55 billion takeover of EA Sports. EA stockholders received $210 per share in cash, and the company's stock has been delisted from Nasdaq.

The Saudi wealth fund and Jared Kushner's Affinity have finalized a $55 billion deal for EA Sports. EA said its stock has ceased trading and will be delisted from the Nasdaq, with shareholders receiving $210 in cash per share.

SpaceX's second-quarter revenue surged 92% to $7.8 billion, exceeding Wall Street estimates by nearly $1 billion. The company reported a reduced net loss of $541 million and tripled its adjusted EBITDA to $3.5 billion, while Starlink's subscriber base doubled year-over-year.

Strategy's CEO Phong Le stated the company will navigate the current Bitcoin bear market by actively managing its capital structure. The Nasdaq-listed firm sold 1,638 Bitcoins and repurchased shares, holding 842,138 Bitcoins worth $53.8 billion as its largest corporate Bitcoin stash.

Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour compared a New York lawsuit against his company to potential lawsuits against Nasdaq, Uber, and Airbnb during a CNBC interview. He argued that the legal claims could similarly apply to these established platforms.

Oil prices dropped over six percent after President Donald Trump announced imminent negotiations with Iran to end the war, though Iran denies such talks. The decline boosted US stocks, with the Dow Jones, Nasdaq, and S&P 500 rising. Trump cited Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE in calling off potential 'massive strikes.'

The Dow rose 700 points, the S&P 500 gained 1%, and the Nasdaq increased 1.2% as crude oil prices fell over 6% following Trump's decision to cancel potential strikes on Iran and renewed optimism about diplomatic efforts.

The SEC has delayed Nasdaq's bitcoin options after granting the CME a review. CME argues the contracts fall under CFTC oversight as commodity option swaps, not SEC jurisdiction.

The SEC is reviewing Nasdaq's approval for bitcoin options following a challenge from CME. This review comes after CME contested Nasdaq's authorization to offer these financial products.

Jim Cramer highlighted key stock market factors for Friday, noting that Nasdaq futures are rising due to Amazon's strong quarterly performance.

Microsoft's stock surged 15.5% for its best day in nearly 18 years after reporting stronger-than-expected profits, driven by growth in its Azure cloud business and AI adoption. The S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, and Nasdaq all rebounded sharply, with AI-related stocks like Micron Technology and Advanced Micro Devices also rising. However, Meta Platforms fell 8% due to weaker profits and higher AI investment forecasts.

US government borrowing costs reached a 2007 high after the Federal Reserve maintained its key interest rate, causing stocks to fall. The Fed's chair, Kevin Warsh, emphasized commitment to addressing inflation, which rose following renewed strikes on Iran and the end of a ceasefire. Major stock indices like the S&P 500 and Dow Jones dropped significantly.

Kevin Warsh, as Fed chairman, faced market backlash after indicating no immediate rate hikes, leading to a surge in bond yields and a sharp decline in equities. Traders priced in delayed rate increases and higher inflation risks, while Warsh emphasized relying on market signals over forward guidance.

The Federal Reserve is expected to hold interest rates amid renewed Middle East tensions from an Iran-Jordan missile clash, which caused oil prices to surge over 4%. Markets reacted with mixed results, with the Kospi index in South Korea falling 6% due to AI investment concerns, while futures for the S&P 500 and Nasdaq rose slightly.

US markets showed mixed performance ahead of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, while oil prices surged over 4% due to renewed violence in the Middle East as Jordan and the U.S. intercepted Iranian missiles. Global stock indices were mixed, with South Korea's Kospi falling 6% driven by declining chipmaker shares, and the Fed is expected to maintain current rates despite inflation remaining above 2%.

Ionic Digital's stock rose 26% during its Nasdaq debut, offering Celsius Network claimholders an exit route. The surge provides liquidity for stakeholders tied to Celsius Network.

Ionic Digital, a Bitcoin miner and AI infrastructure company linked to Celsius, gained 26% during its Nasdaq debut, closing at $62.90 with a market capitalization of approximately $2.8 billion.

Core Scientific increased its Bitcoin holdings to 848 coins (worth over $54 million) in Q2 2025 by adding 301 coins through mining, despite previously selling Bitcoin to fund a transition to AI and high-powered computing. The company also signed a deal with AMD for 2.5 gigawatts of data center capacity and reported a significant rise in Q2 revenue and gross profit.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged 659 points driven by falling oil prices and strong earnings reports. However, chip stocks declined for a fourth consecutive day, pulling down the Nasdaq as investors shifted funds to consumer staples and financial sectors.

The Nasdaq experienced a decline as a deepening tech and chip stock rout was driven by growing concerns over a potential AI bubble and China's advancing technology pushing investors to other sectors.

Bitcoin has rebounded from its lowest levels during the Asian trading session, while Nasdaq futures continue to face downward pressure. The market movements highlight contrasting trends between cryptocurrency and stock futures.

US stock markets hit record highs in early July, prompting President Donald Trump to celebrate as a sign of economic revival. The article contrasts this with Beijing's efforts to deflate market bubbles, highlighting divergent economic trajectories between the two regions.

The S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow Jones Industrial Average hit record highs in early July, prompting US President Donald Trump to celebrate America's economic revival on social media. The article contrasts this with Beijing's efforts to deflate market bubbles.

A $100,000 monthly subscription to 'Truth PSI' provides early access to Donald Trump's posts, which influence stock markets. Trump's announcements, like a 2023 tariff 'pause' causing significant stock jumps, highlight a shift toward 'Big Players' who impact markets through political influence rather than traditional economic fundamentals.

Stocks ended mixed on Wall Street as crude oil prices fell for the first time in a week amid concerns over the U.S.-Iran conflict, rising tariffs, and inflation. Tech stocks like Micron Technology and Broadcom dragged down the Nasdaq, while the S&P 500 and Dow saw modest gains.

Renewed tensions with Iran and new tariffs caused oil prices to spike over $100 per barrel, leading to declines in major U.S. stock indices. President Trump threatened further tariffs against Canada and the EU, while low unemployment claims offered a positive economic signal amid market volatility.

Investors filed a class action against EquipmentShare, an AI-driven construction tech company, alleging it used over 100 affiliated entities to siphon at least $77 million through undisclosed self-dealing. The lawsuit claims the company's stock price dropped 11.7% following a report by Umibōzu Research, which accused leadership of misleading investors and operating a 'Ponzi-adjacent' business model.

Stocks on Wall Street rose slightly on Friday as crude oil prices fell for the first week, but major indexes remain on track for weekly losses. The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average gained, while the Nasdaq slipped due to declines in Micron Technology and Broadcom. The U.S.-Iran conflict and new tariffs are raising concerns about energy markets and inflation.

Stocks wavered as crude oil prices fell for the first time in a week, with the S&P 500 rising 0.1% but still on track for a second consecutive losing week. The Nasdaq dropped 0.5% due to losses from Micron Technology and Broadcom, while rising energy prices and U.S. tariffs raised inflation concerns ahead of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision.

Stocks fluctuated as crude oil prices fell for the first time in a week, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq on track for weekly losses amid rising U.S.-Iran tensions and new tariffs. The U.S. trade war expansion and higher energy costs raised inflation concerns, impacting consumer budgets and corporate profits.

U.S. markets rose slightly in premarket trading amid concerns over Middle East conflicts, Trump's new tariffs, and high energy costs. Oil prices declined after a week of gains, while the dollar hit a 40-year high against the yen. Global stock indexes remain on track for weekly losses.

Honeywell rang the Nasdaq closing bell to mark its launch as an independent automation company. The event occurred on the same day Honeywell reported strong second-quarter results.

The SEC is set to hold talks in September regarding a potential shift to 24-hour stock trading. Nasdaq, Cboe, and the London Stock Exchange are among major exchanges considering extended trading hours.

Zhibao, a Nasdaq-listed Shanghai-based insurance-tech company trading below $1, plans to build a Bitcoin treasury by selling $220 million in stock for Bitcoin. The company will accept Bitcoin directly as payment for new shares.

Nasdaq reported a 15% increase in net revenue to $1.5 billion for the quarter, driven by the SpaceX IPO and volatile markets. Adjusted profit rose to $1.07 per share.

Nasdaq Inc. will modify its rules to expedite the removal of underperforming companies, following SEC approval. The changes aim to address market volatility and manipulation concerns in microcap stocks.

President Donald Trump promotes Trump Accounts, which provide $1,000 seed money for children born during his second term, but some parents report delays in receiving the funds. The Treasury Department reports 6.5 million account sign-ups, with 1.5 million eligible for the initial $1,000 funding. Critics note inconsistencies in account activation and funding timelines.