Oracle Surges 9.2% on Expanded AI Partnership with Google Cloud and Strong Revenue Backlog
On August 03, 2026, Oracle (ORCL) shares soared 9.2%, driven by news of an expanded artificial intelligence partnership with Alphabet Inc.'s Google Cloud.
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Alphabet’s Stock Plunges 6.5% Amid AI Talent Exodus and Soaring Infrastructure Costs
Alphabet (GOOGL) experienced a significant stock decline of 6.4804% on June 22, 2026, largely due to the departure of key AI engineers to rival firms and
Crypto
Strategy’s $5 Billion Bitcoin Sell-Off Plan Sparks Fresh Downtrend in BTC
On August 1, 2026, Bitcoin dropped 2.9% to $62,885, pressured by Strategy's plan to sell up to $5 billion in Bitcoin following weak earnings.
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US Fed Funds Outlook Hinges on July Jobs Report Amid Lingering Rate Hike Debate
The Federal Reserve's decision to hold rates steady last month has left markets in a state of cautious anticipation ahead of the US July Employment Report due
Stocks
SPY Advances Amid Sector Rotation: Amazon’s Surge and Tech’s Mixed Signals Shape Market Mood
On August 2, 2026, the SPY rose modestly by 0.72%, reflecting a nuanced market environment where strong earnings from Amazon and other tech giants were
Macro
Why Vacation Inflation Is Reshaping Travel Budgets in 2026: The Real Cost of Summer Getaways
This summer, travelers face a new reality: vacation inflation is pushing airfare and hotel costs higher, reshaping how Americans plan their trips.
Commodities
Gold Climbs to New Heights Amid Shifting Rate Expectations and Dollar Weakness
Gold prices have pushed above $4,060 this week, driven by evolving Federal Reserve rate expectations following softer labor market signals and easing services
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Apple Stock Drops: Are Rising Memory Costs Becoming a Bigger Problem?
Apple shares fell as weaker Q4 guidance and higher memory costs pressured the outlook. Here is what investors should watch next.
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EUR/USD Edges Higher on Strong Eurozone Growth and Fed Dovishness Amid Dollar Weakness
On August 3, 2026, EUR/USD recorded a modest uptick to 1.1485, reflecting a mix of stronger-than-expected Eurozone economic indicators and a cautious Federal
Crypto
Bitcoin’s August Dip: Why BTC Slipped Below $63K Amid Tightening Liquidity and ETF Shifts
On August 3, 2026, Bitcoin (BTC) slipped 1.1% to trade near $62,750, continuing a downtrend shaped by tightening global liquidity and a hawkish Federal Reserve
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The Fed’s Hawkish Pause: Why Markets Reacted More to Dissent Than the Rate Decision
On July 29, 2026, the Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged at 3.5% to 3.75%, but a notable 9-3 split vote revealed underlying hawkish pressures.
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Euro Edges Higher Against Dollar on Strong Eurozone Growth and Inflation Data
The EURUSD pair saw a modest appreciation on July 31, 2026, driven by stronger-than-expected Eurozone economic data that raised expectations of further ECB