Bond Market Doubts Fed Chair Kevin Warsh
The bond market is expressing skepticism towards the views of Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, with market participants not convinced by his stance on inflation and interest rates.7 sourcesSee all sources
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Trade news — August 1, 2026 - Page 8
Publications tagged with Trade published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 8 of 11.
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Over 360,000 South Korean Margin Accounts Liquidated, Mostly Under 35
More than 360,000 margin accounts in South Korea have been forced into liquidation, with nearly two-thirds belonging to investors under the age of 35. This significant market crash has wiped out a substantial number of younger traders, marking one of the worst months in the KOSPI's history.7 sourcesSee all sourcesGold Prices Surge After Fed's Interest Rate Decision
Following the Federal Reserve's decision to keep interest rates unchanged, gold prices rose sharply. The price of an ounce of gold increased by 1.2 percent to $4,800, while the price in the domestic market rose to 6,215 TL. Gold climbed as much as 0.8% to touch $4,100 an ounce, with some policymakers signaling higher rates may be needed to combat inflation.14 sourcesSee all sourcesAmbev's Profit Surges 24.5% in Q2 Boosted by World Cup
Ambev, owner of brands like Brahma, Budweiser, and Stella Artois, reported a net profit of R$ 3.47 billion in the second quarter of 2026, up 24.5% year-on-year. The company attributed this growth to increased consumer engagement during the 2026 World Cup, with orders doubling on match days via Zé Delivery. Ambev's net revenue rose 6.1% to R$ 20.1 billion, while EBITDA increased 8.9% to R$ 6.37 billion. The company also announced a dividend payment of R$ 1.6 billion.5 sourcesSee all sourcesNYSE Owner to Acquire MarketAxess for $5.7B
Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), owner of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), has agreed to buy MarketAxess Holdings, operator of a bond trading platform, for $5.7 billion. The acquisition expands ICE's fixed-income offerings, covering corporate and municipal bonds, emerging-market debt, and U.S. Treasurys. The deal is expected to close in the first half of 2027.15 sourcesSee all sourcesSpanish Stock Market Volatility Amid Oil Price Surge and Corporate Results
The Spanish stock market experienced significant volatility over the past few days, with the IBEX 35 index fluctuating around the 19,700 points. The market was influenced by a surge in oil prices due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly the exchange of threats between the US and Iran. The increase in Brent oil, which rose above $93 per barrel, weighed on the market. Corporate results also played a significant role, with companies like Caixabank, Telefónica, and Aena reporting their first-half results. The market registered its largest drop in three weeks on July 29, losing 1.59%, but recovered on July 30, rising 1.78% thanks to positive corporate results and a better tone on Wall Street.5 sourcesSee all sourcesSid's Farm Raises $8.4M in Funding
Direct-to-consumer dairy brand Sid's Farm has secured over $8.4 million (Rs 81 crore) in funding from investors including Mumbai-based VC Omnivore, Narotam Sekhsaria Family Office (NSFO), Dodla Dairy, and Next Bharat Ventures. The funds will be used to strengthen the company's supply chain, expand its footprint, and drive product innovation.2 sourcesSee all sourcesE-commerce Growth: More Sales, Lower Margins
E-commerce sales volume increased by over 20% in the first half, but this growth was achieved by reducing profit margins. This shift in strategy is attributed to increased shipping costs and the rise of 'agent commerce'.2 sourcesSee all sourcesBest Buy RTX 5080 Price Surge
Best Buy has increased the price of the Asus ROG Astral RTX 5080 OC to $2,099, making it the first major US retailer to sell an RTX 5080 above the RTX 5090's MSRP of $1,999. This price is 40% higher than its launch price and over double the RTX 5080 Founders Edition's MSRP of $999.2 sourcesSee all sourcesFG Promises Breakdown of FX, Fuel Subsidy Savings
The Federal Government has pledged to publish a detailed account of how foreign exchange (FX) and fuel subsidy savings have been utilized. This move aims to address public concerns and promote transparency.2 sourcesSee all sourcesIndia'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.28 sourcesSee all sourcesMicrosoft's Cloud Growth Boosts US Futures
US futures rose on Thursday, driven by Microsoft Corp.'s significant jump of 9.8% following its report of the fastest cloud unit growth in four years. Top semiconductor companies, such as Micron Technology Inc. and Nvidia Corp., also experienced a rally.3 sourcesSee all sourcesCzech Economy Growth Driven by Domestic Demand
The Czech economy continued to grow in the second quarter of 2021, with GDP increasing year-on-year due to robust domestic demand, particularly household spending. Real wages and stable prices supported this growth. The economy expanded at a moderate pace, with growth driven by household consumption and foreign demand. Industry, retail, transport, and IT sectors contributed significantly to this growth. Despite crises and potential risks like the Middle East conflict and oil shock, the economy is expected to grow around two percent for the whole year.3 sourcesSee all sourcesNBCUniversal's Deal with YouTube
NBCUniversal's partnership with YouTube is seen as a strategic move to aggregate content on major platforms, potentially kickstarting the next phase of the streaming wars.4 sourcesSee all sourcesMicrosoft's Azure Revenue Surges, Driven by AI Investment
Microsoft's earnings report revealed a significant 18% increase in revenue to $90 billion for the quarter ending June 30, with net income climbing 31% to $35.8 billion. The company's cloud business, Azure, contributed to this growth with a 27% increase in revenue to $59.3 billion. This strong performance was largely attributed to Microsoft's substantial investment in AI, with the company committing over $130 billion to new data center leases to meet growing AI demand. Microsoft's shares rose about 2% after hours, reflecting investor confidence in the company's AI strategy.18 sourcesSee all sourcesWall Street Recommends Smaller Stocks Over Oil Majors
Wall Street analysts suggest investing in smaller stocks, particularly those in renewable energy and AI sectors, instead of oil majors which are expected to report high profits.2 sourcesSee all sourcesFerrari Beats Q2 Estimates, Raises FY Guidance
Ferrari reported strong Q2 results with revenue of €1.94B, EBITDA of €755M, and net profit of €463M, all exceeding estimates. The company raised its FY guidance, expecting adjusted EBITDA of at least €2.97B. The results were driven by a good product mix, higher margins for accessories, and sustained customer demand for personalizations.11 sourcesSee all sourcesGold Prices Rise After Fed Decision: Latest Rates on July 30, 2026
Gold prices increased following the Federal Reserve's (Fed) interest rate decision, with gram, quarter, and Republic gold rates finalized on July 30, 2026. Market data shows volatility due to the Fed's unchanged policy rate and potential rate hike comments. Investors closely monitor current prices.3 sourcesSee all sourcesLeopold Aschenbrenner's 'Situational Awareness' Seeks Capital After AI Stock Selloff
Leopold Aschenbrenner's hedge fund 'Situational Awareness', managing around $20 billion, is seeking fresh capital after suffering heavy losses during the recent AI stock rout. The fund, which uses leverage to amplify returns, has approached investors and lenders for additional capital. Despite recent losses, the fund was still up 439% net through the end of June. In a July 24 investor letter, Aschenbrenner expressed optimism for the second half of the year and suggested that the current selloff presents an opportunity to add funds.18 sourcesSee all sourcesMeta and Microsoft Stocks React to Earnings
Meta (META) and Microsoft (MSFT) stocks experienced significant movements following their earnings releases. Meta's stock dropped by 10% in pre-market trading, while Microsoft's stock surged by 10%.7 sourcesSee all sourcesDollar and Euro Quotes Today
The dollar and euro are being quoted at various rates across different markets. The official dollar, blue dollar, financial exchange rates, and dollar card values are all fluctuating. The euro is also experiencing increases and decreases throughout the week.20 sourcesSee all sourcesAmazon's Zoox to Start Charging for Rides in Las Vegas
Amazon's self-driving car division, Zoox, has received approval from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to begin charging for rides in Las Vegas. The exemption allows Zoox to operate up to 2,500 vehicles annually for two years, subject to 'enhanced, adaptable' oversight conditions.4 sourcesSee all sourcesIPL's Business Value Surges to $20.6 Billion, RCB Most Valuable Franchise
The Indian Premier League's (IPL) business value has climbed to $20.6 billion, up 11.4% year over year, according to Houlihan Lokey's 2026 IPL Valuation Study. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) was ranked as the most valuable franchise with a brand value of $312 million, up 16% year-on-year, becoming the first franchise to cross the $300 million-mark. The league's stand-alone brand value rose 10.3% to $4.3 billion. The surge in value was driven by record-setting sales of RCB and Rajasthan Royals, which reset franchise pricing across the league.23 sourcesSee all sourcesGerman Inflation Accelerates After Fuel Discount Ends
The end of the fuel discount in Germany has coincided with a significant increase in inflation, with the rate jumping to 2.8 percent. This acceleration is largely attributed to rising oil and gas prices due to global geopolitical tensions, particularly the conflict in Iran. While economists warn of further price increases, they also note that not all goods are becoming more expensive, offering some hope.7 sourcesSee all sources