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  • U.S. military conducted a 13th consecutive night of strikes on Iran, targeting command centers, drone facilities, communications, and maritime sites.
  • Gold slipped Friday but is set for its first weekly gain in three weeks on renewed Middle East tensions.
  • Strong U.S. labor data lifted Treasury yields, keeping pressure on bullion.
  • Oil prices rose after new shipping-related attacks in the Red Sea.
  • Markets are pricing a higher likelihood the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates elevated.
  • Geopolitical escalation is sustaining safe-haven demand and adding risk premia to energy and shipping markets.

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Oil Slides as Ceasefire Progress and Economic Data Weigh on Prices

Oil Slides as Ceasefire Progress and Economic Data Weigh on Prices

Oil futures fell in Asian trade on Friday and were set for sharp weekly losses as markets absorbed reports that Washington and Tehran were close to a draft deal to extend a fragile ceasefire, while investors also digested hotter-than-expected U.S. inflation data and weaker first-quarter economic growth revisions. Brent and WTI were down, and both b…

Foxconn Cites Robust AI Demand as Driver of Future Growth, Chairman Says

Foxconn Cites Robust AI Demand as Driver of Future Growth, Chairman Says

At an annual shareholders meeting in New Taipei, Foxconn chairman Young Liu said the company has 'immense confidence' in its growth outlook as demand for AI-related products climbs. The contract electronics giant reported a 19% year-on-year rise in first-quarter profit, and is planning a 30% increase in capital expenditures to expand AI server manu…

Labour Party Criticizes New Zealand Budget Over Cost-of-Living Concerns

Labour Party Criticizes New Zealand Budget Over Cost-of-Living Concerns

The New Zealand Labour Party has voiced significant criticism regarding the government's latest budget, arguing that the current fiscal direction fails to adequately support citizens facing rising living expenses. While acknowledging the importance of returning the national accounts to a surplus, Barbara Edmonds, the shadow finance minister for the…

Fold Holdings CEO Sells Shares Amid Tax Withholding Obligations

Fold Holdings CEO Sells Shares Amid Tax Withholding Obligations

William Brian Poppic Reeves, CEO and a ten percent owner of Fold Holdings, Inc., recently sold company stock valued at $18,519. The transactions were identified as 'sell to cover' sales mandated by tax withholding obligations related to restricted stock units. These moves occurred against a backdrop of significant stock pressure, where the stock ha…

Oil Edges Lower as Prospects of U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Extension Surface

Oil Edges Lower as Prospects of U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Extension Surface

Oil futures retreated modestly after reports of a possible extension to a U.S.-Iran ceasefire and steps to ease restrictions on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Comments from U.S. Vice President JD Vance that talks were close but not concluded kept prices from falling further. Brent and U.S. crude finished the session lower, capping a volatil…

US Dollar Faces Weekly Decline Amid Reports of Iran Ceasefire and Shipping Relief

US Dollar Faces Weekly Decline Amid Reports of Iran Ceasefire and Shipping Relief

The U.S. dollar is poised to conclude a weekly losing streak as reports emerge regarding a potential ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran. The reported deal, which currently awaits approval from President Trump, seeks to extend an existing truce for 60 days and lift restrictions on maritime traffic through the strategic Strait of …

DIGI INTERNATIONAL VP Sells Shares Amid Stock Highs; Company Reports Strong Q2 Results and Product Expansion

DIGI INTERNATIONAL VP Sells Shares Amid Stock Highs; Company Reports Strong Q2 Results and Product Expansion

James E. Freeland, VP and Chief Information Officer at Digi International Inc., sold a small number of company shares in May 2026. This transaction occurred as Digi International's stock approached its 52-week peak following significant annual gains. Separately, the company reported robust financial results for the second quarter of fiscal 2026, ex…

Nvidia: Ride the AI Demand Wave — A Tactical Long with Defined Risk

Nvidia: Ride the AI Demand Wave — A Tactical Long with Defined Risk

Nvidia (NVDA) remains the central beneficiary of surging AI infrastructure demand. Strong quarterly results, robust free cash flow, expanding addressable market via CPUs and ecosystem partnerships are generating durable pricing and volume tailwinds. Technicals show neutral momentum but volume and short interest dynamics leave room for a sustained m…

Natera Executive Selling Activity and Q1 Performance Review

Natera Executive Selling Activity and Q1 Performance Review

John Fesko, President and Chief Business Officer of Natera, Inc., recently sold a block of common stock shares. This transaction occurred as the company reported mixed financial results for Q1 2026, highlighted by exceeding revenue expectations but missing earnings per share targets. Despite this variance, Natera also announced significant operatio…

Executive Stock Activity and Radian Group's Financial Developments

Executive Stock Activity and Radian Group's Financial Developments

Howard Bernard Culang, Non-Executive Chairman of the Board at Radian Group Inc., recently sold a block of common stock. This transaction occurs against a backdrop of positive corporate developments for Radian, including robust first quarter financial results that surpassed expectations, an Outperform rating from RBC Capital, and significant leaders…

Antero Resources: Upgrade to Long - Thesis Centered on a Path to >$1.7B 2026 FCF and Attractive Valuation

Antero Resources: Upgrade to Long - Thesis Centered on a Path to >$1.7B 2026 FCF and Attractive Valuation

Antero Resources looks like a compelling long after recent weakness: solid balance sheet, sub-7x EV/EBITDA, and a path to much higher free cash flow in 2026 in a stronger gas price environment. Our projection models show the company capable of generating north of $1.7 billion in FCF in 2026 under conservative commodity and midstream assumptions. We…