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Crypto Updates: Bitcoin Depreciates by 1.40%
Today's cryptos market is characterized by modest daily movements, with Bitcoin standing out as the frontrunner with a -1.40% decrease.
Agricultural Commodities Updates: Wheat Drops by 2.48%
Top commodity loser is Wheat (-2.48%). Gains are led by Coffee (1.53%), Soybeans (0.75%) and Cocoa (0.55%).
Metals Commodities Updates: Titanium Falls by 1.08%
Top commodity losers are Titanium (-1.08%), Lithium Carbonate (-0.68%) and Platinum (-0.60%). Gains are led by Silver (0.96%) and Gold (0.06%).
Energy Commodities Updates: Naphtha Falls by 2.79%
Top commodity losers are Naphtha (-2.79%), Heating Oil (-2.67%), Propane (-2.38%), Brent Crude Oil (-2.29%) and Crude Oil WTI (-1.87%). Gains are led by Germany Natural Gas THE (2.30%), Natural Gas UK (2.07%) and Natural Gas EU (1.83%).
FX Updates: South Korean Won Rises by 1.11%
Top currency gainers are South Korean Won (1.11%), New Zealand Dollar (0.41%), Indian Rupee (0.37%) and British Pound (0.19%). Biggest loser is Euro (-0.07%). Meanwhile, Japanese Yen and Dollar Index were little changed.
Mexico
Mexican Peso Gains on Trade Advantage
The Mexican peso strengthened to around 17.48 per USD in late July from 17.52 earlier in the month as investors viewed Mexico's trade position with the US as relatively favorable. The US announced new tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% on imports from roughly 60 economies. For Mexico, imports that do not qualify for preferential treatment under the USMCA will face a 10% tariff, while goods that comply with the agreement's rules of origin will remain exempt, preserving the country's preferential access to the US market. Existing exemptions also remain in place for products already covered by sector-specific tariffs, including automobiles, steel, aluminum, and pharmaceuticals. Mexico was included among the countries subject to the minimum 10% tariff, while many economies without trade agreements will face 12.5% duties, preserving Mexico's competitive advantage over several export rivals. The peso also found support from a pullback in global energy prices.
Brazil
Ibovespa Drops on Trade and Middle East Tensions
The Ibovespa fell 1.5% to close at 174,042 on Friday as investors assessed fresh US tariffs on Brazilian exports and escalating tensions in the Middle East. Concerns among the Brazilian government and corporate sector intensified after the Trump administration announced another round of tariffs on Brazilian goods. Markets also continued to grapple with inflation concerns and expectations of higher global interest rates as oil prices remained elevated despite retreating from recent peaks. Major banks led the losses, with Banco do Brasil down 2.8%, Bradesco falling 1.3%, Itaú declining 1.1%, and Santander losing 1.1%. Petrobras dropped 1.7% as oil prices pulled back, while junior oil producer PRIO lost 2.8%. Vale fell 0.6% but still posted a weekly gain of more than 3%, supported by stronger-than-expected production figures released earlier in the week. Bucking the broader market, WEG rose 0.7% after its quarterly results, helped by positive commentary from Goldman Sachs and Itaú BBA.
Canada
TSX Rises as Bond Yields Ease
The S&P/TSX Composite Index rose 0.5% to close at 35,369 on Friday, supported by gains in financial, mining, and technology stocks. The pause in the oil rally eased energy-driven inflation concerns, pushing bond yields lower and supporting financials and the broader market. TD Bank gained 0.7%, while BMO and Scotiabank each added 0.7%, CIBC rose 0.9%, and Brookfield advanced 1.2%. Gold prices edged higher, lifting miners, with Agnico Eagle up 0.7% and WPM gaining 1.5%. In technology, Shopify climbed 1.6% and Constellation Software rose 4%, while Celestica tumbled 8.7%, tracking a selloff in US chipmakers. Energy stocks declined as oil prices pulled back from recent highs, with Canadian Natural down 1.1% and Suncor losing 0.7%. Cenovus fell 1.4% ahead of the release of its earnings report due July 29th.
United States
US Stocks Mixed Amid Middle East Tensions
US equity indices closed mixed on Friday as investors assessed corporate earnings and the outlook for interest rates. The S&P 500 inched higher, the Nasdaq 100 lost 1.1%, and the Dow added 236 points. Oil prices eased but remained sharply higher on the week as escalating strikes between the US and Iran disrupted tanker traffic through the Persian Gulf and the Red Sea. Treasury yields followed energy prices higher as investors increased bets that persistent energy-driven inflation could prompt the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates next week. Intel fell 7.9% despite posting its strongest revenue growth in 17 years, reflecting continued volatility in semiconductor stocks following their sharp rally since the second quarter. Concerns over AI-related capital spending also weighed on hyperscalers, with Tesla down 2.1%, and Meta slipping 1.8%. Elsewhere, Amex fell 4.3% after reporting earnings, while Verizon gained 5.8% after posting stronger-than-expected subscriber growth.
United States
Verizon Stock Price Hits 4-week High
Verizon shares increased to 45.87 USD, the highest since June 2026. Over the past 4 weeks, Verizon lost 0.48%, and in the last 12 months, it increased 6.43%.
Crypto Updates: Bitcoin Drops by 1.50%
Today's cryptos market is characterized by modest daily movements, with Bitcoin standing out as the frontrunner with a -1.50% decrease.
Agricultural Commodities Updates: Wheat Drops by 2.56%
Top commodity losers are Wheat (-2.56%) and Rapeseed (-2.30%). Gains are led by Coffee (1.55%), Soybeans (0.70%) and Cocoa (0.57%).
Metals Commodities Updates: Silver Gains by 1.45%
Top commodity gainers are Silver (1.45%) and Gold (0.27%). Biggest losers are Titanium (-1.08%) and Lithium Carbonate (-0.68%).
Energy Commodities Updates: Brent Crude Oil Drops by 4.41%
Top commodity losers are Brent Crude Oil (-4.41%), Heating Oil (-3.92%) and Crude Oil WTI (-3.78%). Gains are led by Germany Natural Gas THE (2.30%), Natural Gas UK (2.07%) and Natural Gas EU (1.76%).
United States
Week Ahead - Jul 27th
The conflict between the US and Iran will remain in the spotlight as signs that talks could restart weighed against repeated strikes and naval blockades against vessels crossing maritime chokepoints, lifting energy prices and global inflation. Earnings by major companies should also dictate equity movements, including Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, Meta, and Samsung. Meanwhile, the Federal Reserve will set its July policy decision. This coincides with Q2 GDP data and the income and outlays report. Other US data includes CB consumer confidence, the trade balance, and employment costs. Similarly, the Bank of England will set its Bank Rate and the Eurozone is set to release GDP and inflation data. A busy week in Asia will be headlined by the Bank of Japan rate decision, while statistical authorities share industrial production, retail sales, and unemployment. The Chinese Communist Party will host its July Politburo meeting as a mid-year checkup. China will also post PMIs.
US Gasoline Slips from Two-Month High
US gasoline futures fell below $3.45 per gallon, after reaching over a two-month high of $3.50 on July 23rd, as optimism over possible US-Iran peace talks pressured crude oil prices. Reports over Pakistan's attempt to revive negotiations between Washington and Tehran, following diplomatic efforts led by China, raised hopes of easing geopolitical tensions, although US President Donald Trump warned of interference. Meanwhile, Ukraine shifted its attacks from major Russian oil refineries to maritime targets, although fuel supply concerns persisted after earlier strikes damaged 24 of Russia's 34 largest refineries. Still, geopolitical risks remained elevated, with US-Iran strikes nearing deep into a second week of attacks. US missile strikes struck across Iran while President Donald Trump threatened "major military punishment" against Tehran and its Houthi allies as the conflict expanded across a second key maritime chokepoint.
Heating Oil Falls from 3-1/2-Month High
US heating oil prices fell 2.7% to around $4.23 per gallon, retreating from a 3-1/2-month high of $4.34 reached in the previous session, as broader oil markets declined on signs of renewed diplomatic efforts between the US and Iran. Reports indicated that Pakistan, with backing from China, was seeking to restart negotiations, raising hopes of a potential easing in regional tensions. However, the Middle East conflict intensified this week, with US Central Command conducting its 13th consecutive night of strikes on Iran. Outside the region, Russian fuel supplies remain constrained, with less than half of refinery capacity damaged by Ukrainian drone attacks restored, leaving around 45 million tonnes of annual capacity offline. Meanwhile, warmer-than-normal weather forecasts through August 7 could lift power sector demand. EIA data showed distillate inventories, including heating oil and diesel, increased by 1.395 million barrels in the week ended July 17.
United States
US Dollar Index Eases from 15-Month High
The US dollar index was at 101.3, halting the rally that topped at a one-month high of 101.5 on July 23rd, as a slight pullback in energy prices softened growing bets that the Federal Reserve could deliver a rate hike this month. Still, the index remained only 0.3% away from the 15-month high touched late June amid the sustained consensus that the central bank will still deliver a rate hike this year. Energy inflation concerns regained momentum after an escalation to the war between the US and Iran resulted in blockades for energy tankers in the Persian Gulf and Red Sea, lifting oil and fuel prices. The inflationary risks were combined with robust economic data, adding leeway for higher rates. PMI data from the S&P showed that private sector activity grew the most this year. Also, initial unemployment claims fell the most in nearly six decades last week, consolidating the robust momentum of the labor market.
Germany
DAX 40 Rebounds on Friday
The DAX 40 advanced more than 1% to above 25,100 on Friday, rebounding from a near one-month low as investors welcomed strong corporate earnings and better-than-expected PMI data. Sentiment also improved late in the European session after oil prices retreated on reports that Pakistan was seeking to revive US-Iran peace talks. Meanwhile, markets continued to assess the impact of new US tariffs imposed on imports from 60 trading partners, including the European Union. The latest S&P Global survey showed Eurozone business activity returned to growth in July, exceeding expectations, with Germany leading the recovery. SAP surged 10% after reporting stronger-than-expected quarterly revenue, driven by solid cloud backlog growth and robust demand for its AI platform, while Atoss Software gained almost 10% on strong cloud-related results. In contrast, Adidas fell 1.5%, and Volkswagen dropped 2.4% after weaker earnings and a lower revenue outlook. For the week, the German index rose 1.1%.
United Kingdom
FTSE 100 Ends Week Higher
The FTSE 100 climbed 0.9% on Friday, with broad-based gains across most sectors offsetting weakness in energy stocks. RELX was among the top performers, advancing around 5%, while Rolls-Royce gained more than 3%. London Stock Exchange Group and British American Tobacco also rose over 2%. Reckitt Benckiser also moved higher after announcing the sale of its Russian hygiene business to Arnest Management, a transaction expected to result in a post-tax loss of about £175 million. In contrast, Shell and BP each fell more than 1% as oil prices retreated following reports that Pakistan, backed by China, was seeking to revive US-Iran peace talks, easing concerns over supply disruptions. On the macroeconomic front, UK retail sales unexpectedly rose 1% in June, beating forecasts for a 0.3% decline. Meanwhile, the latest S&P Global PMI survey showed UK business activity returned to expansion and exceeded market expectations. The FTSE 100 ended the week with a gain of around 1.3%.
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