With U.S. equity benchmarks closing August at record highs, traders are watching key technical levels that could dictate whether September extends the rally or triggers a sharp pullback.
Solstein Capital boosted its holding in the Global X Defense Tech ETF (SHLD) by 34.5% during the second quarter, bringing its position to 44,211 shares, roughly 0.9% of its total assets.
The online travel agency reported stronger‑than‑expected quarterly results and added to its subscriber base, marking a solid start to its most aggressive investment phase.
The council’s new report recommends a coordinated national effort to map deep‑underground resources, aiming to strengthen domestic energy and mineral supplies.
An Ohio state board has approved up to $159 million in tax credits spread over 30 years for a company planning to build hybrid-electric short-takeoff aircraft in the Springfield area, marking one of the largest state incentive packages tied to next-generation aviation manufacturing.
The proposed Shree Cement project at Lum Syrman in East Jaintia Hills has ignited local debate over balancing job creation and revenue with irreversible environmental and social transformations.
A new apartment tower has been proposed as part of the mixed-user Overlook project off Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard in Kansas City's east side. The development is expected to add significant residential capacity to the area.
Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC has launched an investigation into the officers and directors of Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NasdaqGS: SMCI), raising fresh scrutiny on the server maker's leadership.
City officials confirmed they are already in discussions to bring the Daisy Chain Fields festival back to Irvine next year, citing both successes and shortcomings from the inaugural edition. Planners say they intend to be better prepared for a potential return in 2027.
Domino's Chief Marketing Officer Kate Trumbull details why the chain and agency Work In Progress adopted a hyperbolic, darkly comedic tone to challenge rival fast-food staples.
Financial analysts note a growing trend of retirees moving from Florida to Delaware, citing favorable tax structures that make the shift financially attractive.
Governor Greg Abbott issued an order stopping Texas state agencies from allocating funds to the Flock camera program after a Texas Tribune investigation revealed at least $30 million has been spent on the network.
India's sugar market shows little price movement despite recent steps by regulators to curb a potential surge, with wholesale activity in Guwahati illustrating a stable supply chain.
Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary and Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat will inaugurate development projects worth ₹285 crore during the Bapudham Mahotsav in East Champaran.
Royal London Asset Management reduced its holding in Primerica, Inc. by 10.4% in the second quarter, selling 16,361 shares and ending the period with 141,170 shares.
India Post is set to launch the registration window for Gramin Dak Sevak 2026 Session II on August 31, with formal application submissions starting September 2.
Canadian commercial manufacturers, including Toronto apparel facilities, are shifting into military production to reduce historical reliance on US defense suppliers amid strained bilateral relations.
A new map charts the growing list of countries that have introduced cash bonuses, tax relief and housing aid to boost fertility as birth rates slide worldwide.
The biotech firm disclosed a larger net loss for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2026, driven by higher clinical research spending, while confirming progress in its Phase 1 trial of the obesity drug candidate IBIO‑600.
A single‑family residence sold for $822,000, topping Windsor’s seven most expensive home sales recorded in the past week, according to The Press Democrat.
Owner Patrick Miller announced the newly remodeled donut factory in Bethany, Missouri will cease production as rising costs force the business to close its doors.
The Food and Drug Administration has withdrawn its order to cancel Cipla Pharma's licence, following a High Court criticism that the regulator overstepped its authority.
Ather announced its latest Konarc electric scooter today, with Carandbike providing live coverage of specifications, pricing and visual details as they are released.
Colorado’s star defenseman Cale Makar has agreed to an eight‑year, $163.2 million deal, the largest contract in NHL history, cementing the Avalanche’s core for the long term.
Six months into the Iran conflict, disruptions to crude supplies have kept gasoline, diesel and heating‑fuel prices volatile in New York, prompting state officials to monitor inventories and consider relief measures.
The ETF’s short interest fell to 4,958 shares by Aug. 14, a 66% drop from late July, indicating a sharp reduction in bearish positions amid modest trading volumes.
The Wayne Township Planning Board gave the green light to a 113‑unit, all‑affordable housing project on a parcel of old‑growth forest adjacent to Wayne Hills High School and Pancake Hollow.
PW Consulting forecasts the global slim drapery motor sector to grow to $731.93 million by 2032, driven by smart‑home adoption and energy‑efficient window treatments.
State labor data show Rock County's overall jobless rate unchanged in July, while Janesville's unemployment fell and Beloit's rose, highlighting divergent local labor trends.
The government has streamlined the standard operating procedure for defence exports, aiming to cut red tape and enable Indian firms to compete abroad more effectively.
The West African cocoa giant will retain the reduced farmgate price for the 2026/27 crop year, sources say, signalling continuity in its price‑support policy despite global market volatility.
Oil India Ltd and Indian Oil Corp have handed back their 50‑50 partnership in Gabon's Shakthi‑II exploration block, terminating the production sharing contract after more than ten years of delays.
Traders on India’s National Stock Exchange reported unusually volatile price movements during the closing auction, prompting concerns over market stability and liquidity.
During the Rakhi festival, quick‑commerce players reported a sharp rise in orders, with Meesho’s sales climbing 36% and Amazon’s premium gifting segment surging 2.5 times, driven by last‑minute buying in tier‑3 and tier‑4 towns.
Technical analysis suggests gold may retreat to the $4,500‑$4,400 zone before testing higher levels, with traders targeting a long‑term move toward $6,000‑$10,000 per ounce.
Representatives of Pakistan’s five major oil refineries will meet the federal petroleum minister in early September to seal upgrade deals that could bring up to $6 billion of investment into the country’s refining sector.
The German automaker's sweeping overhaul aimed at boosting its electric‑vehicle push has run into resistance from members of its supervisory board, raising questions about how it will proceed.
The Food and Public Distribution Ministry announced that there is no shortage of sugar and that retail prices are on a downward trend, citing a new fortnightly allocation system to keep stocks stable from September onward.
The automaker’s supervisory board will meet next week to vote on a massive restructuring that pits management against unions and the state of Lower Saxony, its second‑largest shareholder.
India’s telecom and digital services powerhouse Jio Platforms received regulatory approval from SEBI to launch its initial public offering, moving the company closer to what could become one of the country’s biggest listings.
India's benchmark indices recovered on Friday, with the Sensex gaining 331 points amid strong buying in blue‑chip IT shares and a broader global market upswing.
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has increased the number of Probationary Officer/Management Trainee positions for the 2026‑27 recruitment cycle from 7,365 to 7,565, reflecting higher demand for fresh talent in India’s banking sector.
India, after mastering scale, is now courting deeper supplier networks, component design and R&D, while Vietnam is shifting from low‑cost assembly to higher‑value production to mirror China’s industrial heft.
A shopper discovered a kilogram of onions priced at just Rs 1 in an Instamart order and queried the delivery executive, sparking talk of a possible pricing glitch or promotion.
The Reserve Bank of India intervened heavily, offloading over $8 billion in the spot and offshore markets to keep the rupee within a narrow trading range.
A convoy of trucks from Nashik, dubbed ‘Kanda Express’, has delivered 453 tonnes of onions to Delhi, where they will be sold at a subsidised Rs 35 per kg, with portions also earmarked for Chandigarh, Ludhiana and Jammu.
The jewellery maker’s public issue saw its price band of Rs 190‑200 fully booked on the opening day, prompting investors to weigh the company’s financials and sector risks before applying.
India’s industrial production recorded a 6.7% year‑on‑year increase in July, signalling renewed momentum in the manufacturing and services sectors amid a cautious economic recovery.
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