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World Cup gave bars and restaurants a needed boost as consumers flash warning signs, Fed says
World Cup boosted bars/restaurants but not broader economy, per Fed Beige Book.
Russian Fuel Prices Soar as Drone Attacks Curb Refinery Output
Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian refineries cause fuel price surge, deepening supply crunch.
Lead Prices Slump as Trafigura Lifts LME Stockpiles to a Record
Lead prices slump to near 2-year low after Trafigura delivers record metal to LME warehouses.
Airbus Set to Win A330 Jet Deals from Flynas, Condor
Airbus in talks to sell A330neo jets to Flynas and Condor, boosting order book.
Saudi Gulf Oil Loads Slump as Iran Hits Tankers in Hormuz
Iran attacks on tankers in Hormuz reduce Saudi oil loadings, threatening global supply.
Regional Banks, Wealth Management Lead Financial Services M&A
M&A activity in financial services led by regional banks and wealth managers, indicating sector consolidation.
Short-Sellers Swarm SpaceX With Paper Profit Nearing $4 Billion
Short-sellers profit nearly $4B as SpaceX stock drops ahead of key launch and earnings unlocking share flood.
Brazil to Offer Billions in Debt Relief for Struggling Farmers
Brazil to renegotiate $20B in rural debt ahead of Lula's reelection bid.
Gold Wavers as Traders Weigh Fed Rate Path After Tame Inflation
Gold wavers as tame US PPI data eases rate hike fears, supporting risk assets.
US Bonds Extend Rally as Soft Inflation Data Dims Fed Hike Bets
Soft inflation data fuels bond rally, reducing Fed rate hike expectations and boosting risk assets.
Pool Stocks Sink as Consumers Cautious Despite Scorching Summer
Pool stocks fall as cautious consumers cut spending despite hot summer, signaling weak discretionary demand.
Emerging Currencies Gain as Traders Cut Back Fed Bets on US PPI
Weaker US PPI data reduces Fed rate hike bets, boosting EM currencies and risk appetite.