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- Latest Oil Market News and Analysis for Nov. 3
Oil rose early Tuesday, paring some of a plunge in the previous session, as the US launched strikes on Iran and the two sides appeared far from a breakthrough to fully reopen the world’s most important energy chokepoint.
- China Steps in to Boost Stocks, Cool Off Yuan
Stimulus effort falls flat.
- Emaar Is Said to Study Buyout of $14 Billion Construction Arm
Dubai’s Emaar Properties PJSC is considering plans to take over its listed construction arm in a potential multibillion-dollar deal, according to people familiar with the matter.
- How to Grow Your Business During Economic Uncertainty
Growth-minded companies shouldn't wait for the economy to improve before going ahead with plans to expand. The real risk to the business is doing nothing.
- Barclays to offer early compensation payouts to motorists stung by car finance scandal
City watchdog launched its £9billion redress scheme for customers mis-sold motor finance earlier this year, estimating that they would receive an average of £829 each.
- Why you should think carefully before investing with your bank: Here are the best alternative options for your money
Those dipping their toes into investing may prefer the backing of a well-known name. Two banks stand out, but what should you watch out for before opening an account?
- Asda hires supermarket boss who sold Morrisons to private equity
After a long search for a new chief executive, Britain's third largest grocer said that David Potts has joined the ailing firm with immediate effect.
- Oil has had a massive run, but a prominent bull sees a turning point on midterm eve
Closely followed oil strategist Jeff Currie says it’s time to cash in on gains that crude has seen this year, but that the structural supercycle is still intact.
- Thousands of Disney job cuts may be coming. Investors are asking what comes next.
Reports that Walt Disney is poised to lay off thousands of workers wasn’t moving the needle for its languishing stock on Tuesday.
- US stock futures mixed as Apple slides, midterms loom
- Roundup settlement expected before Christmas, Bayer CEO says
- Google AI chatbot’s use of press items may infringe copyright rules, EU court adviser says
- Why is Arthur J Gallagher stock sliding today?
- Wells Fargo cuts ON Semiconductor stock price target on valuation
- JPMorgan initiates TRex Bio stock coverage with overweight rating
- Needham cuts Marvell stock price target on valuation concerns
- Wells Fargo raises Hinge Health stock price target on strong yield
- Wells Fargo lowers Advanced Energy price target on valuation
- Wells Fargo raises Hinge Health stock price target on yield strength
- Patria Investments DEPS of $0.30 beats by $0.02, revenue of $104.2M beats by $2.46M
- Archer-Daniels-Midland reports mixed Q3 results; raises FY26 outlook
- Fortis Non-GAAP EPS of C$0.92 beats by C$0.04
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- New York reports first measles-linked death in over 30 years
- AM Markets Need to Know: Ackman backs hyperscalers, Burry adds stocks, and more
- Coca-Cola Europacific Partners reports Q3 results
- Aehr stock jumps on beat and raise amid AI demand
- Analysis: Zenith looks cheaper, GTCO looks safer
Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO) and Zenith Bank closed the first nine months of 2026 with almost similar pre-tax profits, but the numbers reveal two very different approaches to making money.
- Nigeria’s foreign reserves add $295 million in October, slowest monthly increase in 2026
Nigeria’s gross foreign exchange reserves increased by $295.35 million in October 2026, marking the slowest positive monthly growth recorded so far this year.
- ChatGPT creator OpenAI loses bid to block Singapore startup’s GemGPT trademark
Porolis Technologies, which uses AI to assess gemstones, can proceed with the name
- Liquidity key as AI concentration makes diversification more challenging, says GIC CEO
The sovereign wealth fund looks at a firm’s underlying business, investment quality and portfolio liquidity
- Singapore stocks continue decline; STI down 0.7%
Across the broader market, losers outnumber gainers 310 to 291, as 1.1 billion securities worth S$2.1 billion change hands
- True Corporation Strengthens 5G Network Along Chao Phraya River Ahead of Royal Barge Procession
True Corporation (SET: TRUE) is conducting final network readiness checks following 5G network enhancements across 19 key locations along both banks of the Chao Phraya River, covering the Phra Nakhon and Thon Buri sides, from Krung Thon Bridge to Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan. These efforts aim to support members of the public who will gather […]
- Market Roundup 3 November 2026
Thailand’s SET Index closed at 1,491.01 points, decreasing by 16.19 points or 1.07%, with a trading value of THB 63.49 billion. The analyst stated that the Thai benchmark plunged below the 1,500-point threshold, as negative sentiment from global technology weakness led to a sharp selling in domestic electronics component names. Despite easing tension in the […]
- Total Trading Value of Stocks and Bonds on 3 November 2026 by Investor Types
Daily as of 3 Nov 2026 Unit: M.Baht Investor Type BUY SELL NET Value Local Institutions 4,075.14 4,885.31 -810.17 Proprietary Trading 4,055.52 5,223.34 -1,167.81 Foreign Investors 38,168.22 37,535.38 632.84 Local Individuals 17,195.24 15,850.10 1,345.14 Monthly Cumulative between 1 – 3 Nov 2026 Unit: M.Baht Investor Type BUY SELL NET Value Local Institutions 7,499.19 8,422.39 -923.20 […]
- Europe’s Junk Market Sees Another Loan Pulled as Iqony Axes Deal
Banks marketing a €550 million ($616 million) loan refinancing for European energy infrastructure and services company Iqony have pulled the deal after failing to garner enough investor interest amid wider market turmoil.
- Lula Victory Adds to Brazil Farm Angst as Defaults Hit Record
Brazil’s farming sector was already battling record breaking defaults. Last week’s election results only deepen the gloom for growers hoping for a swift turnaround for one of the nation’s most important economic forces.
- Tether holds 150,000 bitcoin worth $11.5 billion, CEO Paolo Ardoino says
Ardoino didn’t say where the extra coins sit. Holdings outside USDT reserves, such as Tether’s investments, wouldn’t appear in the report.
- And the winner of The Globe’s stock-picking contest is ...
This is our final Trade Secrets newsletter for the season, with our stock market competition now wrapped
- Global markets were already fragile. Big AI bets could break them
Governments saddled with high debt are in a weak position to fight a new crisis
- Insider Report: CEO invests $2.6-million in this oversold industrial stock in correction territory
A look at recent notable transactions
- Oil rises as peace prospects dim after U.S. hits Iran’s Qeshm Island
Both benchmarks gain more than 1.5 per cent
- Premarket: Stocks slip as AI jitters, U.S. midterms keep investors on edge
Wall Street futures point to a lower open
- Small-cap stock under ₹50 jumps 5% after announcement of Q2 Results 2026, dividend | Up 65% in 6 months; do you own?
Small-cap stock under ₹50 today opened higher at ₹37.40 per share and finished at ₹38 apiece, around 5% upside against the previous close of ₹36.27 per share
- Silver prices crash ₹8,500/kg, gold drops ₹2,000/10g as US-Iran tensions revive inflation fears; is more fall ahead?
Silver futures fell to the lowest level since late November 2025, erasing Monday’s gains as reports of a US strike on Iran sent oil prices higher and revived inflation concerns. Gold also declined, while investors weighed interest-rate expectations, US midterm elections and an upcoming jobs report.
- Is the AI boom losing steam? Global economy faces growing risks
Global financial markets face mounting pressure from geopolitical conflicts, rising government debt and trade tensions, raising concerns about the resilience of the global economy. While the AI investment boom has driven stock markets to record highs and supported growth expectations, rising borrowing costs, inflation, weakening currencies and the prolonged Iran war threaten to undermine investor confidence and expose deeper vulnerabilities.
- This signal from the corporate bond market has historically preceded big drawdowns for the S&P 500
The corporate bond market has been flashing a signal that historically precedes bad news for the stock market.
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- What analysts are saying as Apple’s stock falls after earnings report
Shares in Apple declined 4.5% in premarket trading after investors were left feeling disappointed about the company’s gross margin outlook and slowing services revenue growth.
- Needham reiterates Buy on Roku stock, keeps $170 price target
- Stifel cuts BioMarin stock price target to $66 on growth concerns
- Earnings call transcript: Embellence Group Q3 2026 lifts margins and cash flow
- Earnings call transcript: OKEA lifts output outlook in Q3 2026 as stock rises
- Earnings call transcript: Boozt lifts Q3 growth and margin in 2026
- Earnings call transcript: 4C Strategies sinks on q3 sales drop, stock falls 29%
- Earnings call transcript: NCC Group Q3 2026 gains on margins, stock rises
- Earnings call transcript: Icelandic Salmon posts stronger Q3 2026 results
- Harmonic stock surges 17% on raised annual outlook
- BETA Technologies revenue jumps 98% as aircraft backlog tops $4B
- Yum China meets Q3 earnings expectations, raises 2026 store-opening target
- MAS’ Future of Finance Institute starts operations with AI focus; names interim CEO
The interim CEO of the new body is Alan Lim, head of MAS’ Financial Infrastructure and AI Office
- Turkey’s Stock Market CEO Arrested as Fund Scandal Widens
Turkish authorities arrested Borsa Istanbul Chief Executive Officer Korkmaz Ergun on bribery charges as they investigate a fund scandal the justice minister linked to a criminal network involving senior financial officials.
- Live news: Bitcoin faces fifth weekly loss as midterm elections weigh on markets
A fifth straight weekly decline would mark bitcoin’s joint third-longest losing streak, as oil rebounds and Apple’s margin warning adds to investor caution ahead of the U.S. midterms.
- Investors ready for possible shake-up in Congress as Election Day arrives
The midterms come at a fragile time for markets
- Before the Bell: What every Canadian investor needs to know today
A look at Tuesday morning’s market action
- As economics of green transition improve, some investors prioritize pragmatism over values
The use of ESG factors has now become standard for risk management
- Sebi, investment bankers discuss giving IPO-bound companies more room to revise issue sizes
Flexible DRHP rules could ease the compliance burden and help companies navigate volatile markets.
- Goldman Sachs’s David Solomon: AI Adoption Requires Human Accountability
Chairman and CEO discusses AI's impact on trading, banking operations and jobs.
- Motivational speaker Mel Robbins’ real estate journey from a Massachusetts farmhouse to a Vermont retreat
Mel Robbins has built a career around helping people change their lives—and her own housing history includes a major change of direction.
- Earnings call transcript: Rubis Q3 2026 stock rises as margins improve
- Earnings call transcript: Hacksaw Gaming Q3 2026 growth slows as margins hold
- HYBE Q3 2026 slides: record revenue hits KRW 1.5 trillion on BTS tour
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- TeamViewer Q3 2026 slides: revenue trough, ONE platform surges
- Roku beats third-quarter estimates as Fox acquisition looms
- Earnings call transcript: IWG Q3 2026 lifts outlook as stock jumps 6.7%
- Canaccord raises EverQuote stock price target on strong Q3 results
- Raymond James lowers FedEx Freight stock price target on cost timeline
- Truist reiterates Waystar stock rating on strong bookings growth
- Bloom Energy stock gains on carbon capture partnership with California Resources
- NCC outlines SEK 50M annual savings from head office move as industry divestment triggers IFRS 5 reporting shift
- Palantir stock slides amid slowdown in U.S. commercial bookings
- State Street CEO: 'Hard to see' AI as a bubble
- Ackman's Pershing Square says Wall Street estimates penalize hyperscalers for AI spending
- The Midterm Election Rally: What 19 Election Cycles Reveal About the S&P 500
- ADNOC’s XRG to acquire Shell’s Australian LNG plant stake for $1.45B
- Cinven to buy menopause specialist Theramex in €2.6bn deal
Carlyle and PAI Partners agree to sell women’s health business for more than double what they paid four years ago
- Oasis halves Vail Resorts board nominations amid activist campaign
Oasis Management has reduced its slate of board nominees at Vail Resorts from four to two as it continues to push for operational improvements and stronger shareholder returns at the US ski resort operator, according to a report by Reuters.Oasis, which holds a 9.6% stake and is Vail's fourth-largest shareholder, is now seeking the election of former Walt Disney chief executive Bob Chapek and experienced board director Ashton Hudson. The fund has withdrawn former Olympic skier Picabo Street and venture capitalist Bryce Roberts from its original slate ahead of next month's shareholder vote.The decision follows an announcement by Vail's largest shareholder, Baron Capital, which owns approximately 18% of the company, that it would support all nine of management's board nominees. Oasis and…
- AI debt surge threatens European credit markets as bond issuance accelerates
European bond markets are facing growing pressure as US technology giants ramp up borrowing to fund AI infrastructure, with a surge in corporate debt issuance threatening to widen credit spreads and push borrowing costs higher, according to a report by Reuters.Technology-related bond issuance in Europe has reached $39.3bn so far in 2026, up 5% year-on-year, compared with more than $250bn raised in the US, an 81% increase. Alphabet launched its second euro-denominated bond sale of the year on Monday, following a €9bn offering in May, while investors expect Meta, Amazon and Microsoft to increasingly tap European debt markets.Fidelity International estimates that a further €40bn to €60bn of technology-related issuance is in the pipeline. BNP Paribas forecasts that net euro-denominated…
- Elliott warns of major market downturn as hedge fund returns lag
Elliott has warned that mounting financial risks, excessive leverage and speculation surrounding artificial intelligence could trigger a severe market correction, as the $80bn hedge fund reported returns of less than 2% for the first nine months of 2026, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal.In an October investor letter, the firm, led by Paul Singer and Jonathan Pollock, compared current market conditions to the speculative excesses preceding the Great Depression, highlighting concerns over US fiscal deficits, persistent inflation, private credit exposure and debt-funded AI investment. Elliott warned that a sharp reversal in investor sentiment could trigger widespread selling and a prolonged downturn.The cautious outlook comes amid subdued performance for the activist hedge…
- Millennium withdraws $1.5bn from external hedge funds following losses
Millennium is withdrawing more than $1.5bn in leveraged capital from two external hedge funds following investment losses, highlighting the risks facing smaller managers reliant on funding from major platforms, according to a report by Bloomberg.The $95bn-plus hedge fund, founded by Izzy Englander, has redeemed more than $1bn in leveraged capital from event-driven manager Troluce Capital Advisors and a further $500m from Axebrook Capital, which was established by Jack Land following a spinout from York Capital Management approximately five years ago.The withdrawals were reportedly prompted by losses at both firms, although Troluce and Axebrook are expected to continue operating. Troluce has also recently expanded its trading activities beyond its flagship hedge fund strategy.Millennium…
- Muddy Waters-backed gold project wins fast-track approval in Ontario
Mayfair Gold, whose largest shareholder is Carson Block's Muddy Waters Capital, has secured fast-track permitting status for its Fenn-Gibb gold project in northern Ontario, potentially accelerating development of the mine, according to a report by Bloomberg.The project has been selected for Ontario's "One Project, One Process" initiative, which aims to reduce government review timelines by 50%. Mayfair expects to make a construction decision as early as 2028, with production targeted for 2030. Shares in the Toronto-listed company rose as much as 13% following the announcement.Fenn-Gibb contains approximately 4.3 million ounces of indicated gold resources and is expected to require C$450m in initial development capital. Mayfair recently secured a proposed financing package of up to C$310m…
- Multistrategy hedge funds face rising risks from leverage and crowded trades
Large multistrategy hedge funds are increasingly exposed to overlapping investments and elevated leverage, raising concerns that a market shock could trigger widespread losses and forced selling across the sector, according to research from PivotalPath.The ten major multistrategy firms examined in the study managed approximately $2.2tn in gross assets, including borrowed capital, at the end of 2025, more than triple their exposure in 2018. Their combined net assets stood at $360bn, implying leverage of approximately six times investor capital.Leverage was particularly pronounced among the six multimanager platforms operating multiple investment pods, which employed leverage of between eight and 14 times their net capital, according to PivotalPath.The research also found increasing…
- Tinubu’s economic reforms have favoured the rich, worsened poverty – Atedo Peterside
Atedo Peterside, founder of Stanbic IBTC Bank, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, arguing that the policies have disproportionately benefited wealthy Nigerians while worsening the financial conditions of millions of low-income households.
- ‘Number One on Google and Invisible in AI’: How Brokers Get Shortlisted by Chatbots
“Most of your visibility isn’t on your site at all,” says Zay Yang, Founder & CEO of Wordflow, a company helping brands track and improve how they are recommended across Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) platforms. For two decades, the economic bargain at the heart of the internet was reliably straightforward: keyword-heavy SEO was enough for Google’s algorithm. But now users don’t just browse the web; they pose long questions to AI chatbots and receive answers rather than links to follow. Andy Francos, Growth Consultant at Pepperstone, says that AI assistants have now become a more meaningful part of how new customers discover and consider a financial services brand. “On the questions that actually decide a broker, AI can now hand someone a shortlist of three or four names before…
- US Futures Mixed as Midterm Results and AMD Earnings in Focus
U.S. stock indices displayed a divergent trend as voters cast ballots in midterm elections, with market participants simultaneously positioning themselves for upcoming financial results from semiconductor leader Advanced Micro Devices. At 4:30 p.m. (Bangkok Time), contracts tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average moved down 0.53%, while futures tracking the S&P 500 slipped 0.08%. Conversely, […]
- SBI’s Profit Beats Estimates on Loan Growth, One-Time Gain
State Bank of India reported better-than-expected profit in the fiscal second quarter, as the country’s biggest lender by assets saw strong credit growth and booked a one-time gain from a sale of shares in its funds management unit earlier in the year.
- An Election Day Special With Nate Silver
Sorry, we have to talk about politics for a day.
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- Odd Lots: An Election Day Special With Nate Silver (Podcast)
Nate Silver tells us he is calling this midterms the “rock and a hard place election” — the background conditions are great for Democrats to win both the House and the Senate, but for that to come to pass, the party has to pull off some things that haven't happened in generations, like winning Texas. To believe that will happen requires a certain leap of faith, which is anathema to pollsters. Still, the polls generally believe Democrats are favored, but many professional pollsters would end up w
- Onshore Yuan Snaps Winning Streak as PBOC Lifts FX Reserve Ratio
The onshore yuan halted its longest winning streak in three decades after the People’s Bank of China moved to cool its rally by asking banks to hold more foreign currencies in reserve.
- Bayer Raises Profit Outlook on Strong Demand for Drugs
Bayer AG raised its annual profit outlook after demand for some newer drugs drove a better-than-expected performance at its pharmaceutical unit.
- Brookfield, QIA to Invest £2.5 Billion in Drax Data Center
Brookfield Asset Management and the Qatar Investment Authority have reached an agreement to invest £2.5 billion ($3.4 billion) in a data center project with UK power generator Drax Group Plc.
- Wall Street Heavyweights Weigh the Risks to the AI Boom
Insight with Haslinda Amin, a daily news program featuring in-depth, high-profile interviews and analysis to give viewers the complete picture on the stories that matter. The show features prominent leaders spanning the worlds of business, finance, politics and culture. (Source: Bloomberg)
- Eyesan: Strong Interest in New Nigerian Oil Blocks
Nigeria is offering 40 deepwater, shallow water and onshore blocks as it seeks to attract investment in its oil industry. Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission Chief Executive Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan spoke to Bloomberg’s Abeer Abu Omar about plans to accelerate operations and development. (Source: Bloomberg)
- Oil Is the Biggest Binary Risk: Market Analysis
Anna Edwards, Guy Johnson, and Mark Cudmore break down today's key themes for analysts and investors on "Bloomberg: The Opening Trade." (Source: Bloomberg)
- Marin: YPF Eyes November Deal with XRG and Eni
YPF Chairman and CEO Horacio Marin says the company is working with Eni and XRG and aims to sign an agreement by the end of November. Marin spoke to Bloomberg’s Abeer Abu Omar about the project and the need for more energy supply amid conflicts in the Middle East and the Russia-Ukraine war. (Source: Bloomberg)
- Amer: BGN Investing in Ships as Iran War Disrupts Trade
BGN is investing in more vessels, including VLCCs, as shipping companies navigate disruptions from the Iran war. Wael Amer, group chief operating officer at BGN, spoke to Bloomberg’s Abeer Abu Omar about the company’s investments aimed at helping the energy trader continue reaching customers during difficult market conditions. (Source: Bloomberg)
- Huafa’s $62 Billion Debt Strain Shakes China’s Credit Market
China’s credit market just suffered its worst selloff in two years as a major conglomerate’s plunge into distress tests the assumption that government ties can protect state-owned firms from financial peril.
- Gold Falls After Oil Rebounds on Lack of US-Iran Deal Progress
Gold declined, erasing some of the gains from the previous session, after oil prices rebounded on concerns that the US and Iran aren’t close to ending their war.
- US Hits Iran’s Qeshm Island as Hormuz Talks Keep Oil Markets on Edge
Horizons Middle East & Africa is your daily spotlight on one of the world's fastest-growing regions. Live from Dubai, we bring you the latest global markets and analysis, plus news-making interviews, with a special focus on MEA. All that and more, as you head to the office in the Gulf, pause for lunch in Hong Kong, or start your day in London or Johannesburg. (Source: Bloomberg)
- Hochstein: Markets Should Be Cognizant of Strike Risk
Oil is steadying after a sharp drop as hopes build that the US and Iran could be moving closer to a negotiated settlement. Amos Hochstein, managing partner at TWG Global and a former adviser to President Joe Biden, says markets should remain prepared for the possibility of further strikes even as talks continue. (Source: Bloomberg)
- PIMCO Says Mideast Crisis Driving High Interest Rates
PIMCO CEO Emmanuel Roman says the ongoing crisis in the Middle East is driving high interest rates. Roman spoke to Yvonne Man and David Ingles on the sidelines of the HKMA Global Financial Leaders’ Investment Summit. (Source: Bloomberg)
- Copper Dips Below $14,000 as Tech Selloff Rattles LME Metals
Copper hit a seven-week low — dipping below $14,000 a ton — as a slump in technology stocks hurt risk appetite and clouded the demand outlook.
- BOE Interest-Rate Path Divides Traders and Economists Ahead of Expected Hike
Plus, Primark parent AB Foods reports results
- Jefferies CEO Visits India as US Firm Eyes Expansion, Hiring
Jefferies Financial Group Inc. Chief Executive Officer Rich Handler is visiting India this week as the Wall Street firm weighs further expansion in one of its fastest-growing markets, according to people familiar with the matter.
- Virgin Media O2 confirms plans to axe thousands of jobs in cost-cutting drive
Virgin Media O2 has confirmed it will axe thousands of jobs among its 16,000-strong workforce under plans to cut costs.
- Ten best used cars that will save you tens of thousands of pounds instead of buying new
Anyone stepping foot into a new car dealership in 2026 will likely think one thing: when did new models get so incredibly expensive? Here's how to save thousands...