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Commodities news — August 1, 2026 - Page 3

Publications tagged with Commodities published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 3 of 3.

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  4. BusinessTradeCommoditiesHardware

    India's Ethanol Blending Boosts Farmers' Incomes, Energy Security

    The Indian government's ethanol blending program has significantly benefited farmers by providing a better market for crops like sugarcane and maize, enhancing their income. It has also contributed to energy security by reducing crude oil imports and cutting CO₂ emissions. The initiative has saved over ₹1.9 lakh crore in foreign exchange. Farmers and industry leaders have praised the program, while some have raised concerns about engine efficiency and corrosion. The government maintains that these issues can be mitigated through proper driving habits and adjustments.
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  5. BusinessTradeLogisticsCommodities

    Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Launch and Specs Leaked

    Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S26 FE is expected to launch around September 1, 2026. The Fan Edition phone will reportedly be available in Graphite, Aqua Green, and a third color between blue and purple. It may come in storage options of 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB. A Samsung executive hinted that the device is weeks away from launching and is expected to feature a redesigned camera bump and 45W charging. Prices in Europe are rumored to start at 799 euros for the 128GB model, with increases proportional to storage capacity.
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    Ambev's Profit Surges 25% to R$3.5 Billion in Q2

    Ambev reported a 25% increase in net profit to R$3.5 billion in the second quarter, driven by growth in premium beers and wellness products. The company's net revenue grew by 6%, and adjusted EBITDA reached R$8.46 billion, up 9%. Premium beers, led by Corona and Stella Artois, grew by 20%, while wellness brands like Stella Pure Gold and Michelob Ultra advanced around 60%. Non-alcoholic beers grew by 30%, driven by Corona Cero and Brahma 0.0%.
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  12. BusinessTradeCommoditiesEquities

    Yum China Q2 2026 Results Beat Estimates, Plans Aggressive Expansion

    Yum China's Q2 2026 earnings surpassed estimates with adjusted EPS of 70 cents (vs. 68 cents expected), adjusted operating profit of $348 million (vs. $339.1 million expected), and revenue of $3.1 billion (vs. $3.07 billion expected). The company also announced plans to have over 20,000 stores by 2026, with capital expenditures of about $600 million to $700 million, and a capital return of $1.5 billion to holders in 2026.
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    Lukashenko Orders New Strategy for 'Horizon' Holding

    Alexander Lukashenko demanded a new development strategy for the 'Horizon' holding, which includes the Brest electric lamp factory, due to suboptimal financial and economic indicators. The holding's production volume has decreased by 5.6% and profit from sales by 32% in the first half of the year. The President ordered a strategy with specific tasks for exports and localization to be ready by the end of the year, involving domestic related companies if necessary.
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    Moldova Faces Fuel Shortages; Government Implements Emergency Measures

    Moldova is experiencing fuel shortages, particularly diesel, due to disruptions in regional supplies caused by issues on the Danube, the situation in the Middle East, and damage to terminals in Novorossiysk. The government has responded by importing emergency supplies, declaring a state of heightened readiness in the energy sector, and ordering state institutions to reduce diesel consumption. Around 63 gas stations are currently facing a shortage of diesel, with emergency supplies of around 900 tons of diesel and 400 tons of gasoline imported over the past day. The government has also limited exports and re-exports of diesel fuel and imposed minimum stocks of fuel to prevent a deficit on the market.
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    Decline in New Online Sellers in Russia

    The number of new sellers entering the Russian e-commerce market has decreased by 25% year-on-year in the first half of 2023. This decline is attributed to falling business profitability, with some smaller players leaving the market. The increase in marketplace commissions, service costs, and logistics has also contributed to this trend. Experts predict a further reduction of 5-15% in the number of active sellers if current conditions persist.
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  19. BusinessTradeCommoditiesEquities

    Bloom Energy's Record Q2: Revenue Surges 166% YoY, EPS Up 680%, Guidance Raised

    Bloom Energy (BE) reported Q2 earnings with revenue of $1.07B (+166% YoY) and adjusted EPS of $0.78 (+680% YoY). Product revenue surged 215.4% YoY to $935.4M. The company raised its FY26 guidance for revenue ($3.9B-$4.2B), gross margin (~34%), and operating income ($800M-$900M). Bloom Energy's power solutions have been validated by all major US hyperscalers and neoclouds for AI factories. The stock jumped on the results.
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