... profits. If the combined results of the largest firms are strong, this will support the rally in Nikkei (which recently set new records), while disappointing reports from certain companies may trigger corrections in specific sectors (especially if there ... ... from Europe (UK and Eurozone GDP) will set the overall tone: they will indicate how confident the region's economy felt under high rates by mid-year. Afternoon data from the US (PPI) will complement the picture of inflation expectations ahead of the Fed's ...

... on acquiring promising startups. AI: Mega-Deals and Record Valuations The artificial intelligence sector continues to attract record investment, with deal sizes growing every month. According to insiders, Elon Musk-founded startup xAI is planning another ... ... Series B (valuation around $470 million). The company has only been around for two years, and its rapid progress highlights the high demand for defense technologies in the venture market. Similar trends are noticeable in the aerospace sector: startups offering ...

... results reflecting the impact of oil price dynamics on profitability in the sector. A decrease in metrics compared to last year's record figures is anticipated; however, investors will concentrate on management comments and forecasts. Additionally, utility ... ... telecom and media industries. Mining company **AngloGold Ashanti** (South Africa) will present results reflecting profits from high gold prices. Thus, the global corporate earnings picture on August 1 encompasses multiple industries and regions, providing ...

... Staking Benefits Ethereum (ETH), the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, is also trading close to recent highs following an impressive rise. Last month, Ether surpassed the $3,500 mark for the first time since spring, nearing the psychologically ... ... remain positive. Institutional investors are increasing their presence: exchange-traded funds (ETFs) focused on ETH have been recording weekly capital inflows over the past few months, reflecting strong interest in the asset. One factor enhancing Ethereum's ...

... month-on-month , substantially exceeding the consensus estimate of +0.2% and June's value of 0% . On a yearly basis, the PPI recorded +3.3% , whereas forecasts stood at +2.5% , up from +2.3% in the previous month. Core PPI Excluding volatile components—food ... ... industrial sector may face additional pricing pressures. Risks to the Economy Inflation Transmission to the Consumer Sector: High production costs may be passed on to the end consumer. Decreased Competitiveness: Escalating product prices amid stable pricing ...