π¨πΊπΈ Short positions now account for 34% of all outstanding shares of SpaceX. Elon Musk responded, stating that he attempted to warn bears, but they instead doubled their shorts.
Earlier, BBG reported that traders are shorting SpaceX stocks at record levels ahead of crucial dates. A report will be released today after market close.
Earlier, BBG reported that traders are shorting SpaceX stocks at record levels ahead of crucial dates. A report will be released today after market close.
πΎ August 4 marks the birthday of Champagne! Research from the University of Reading reveals that consuming one to three glasses of champagne weekly may prevent memory loss and delay the onset of degenerative brain diseases like dementia, scientists have proven. Furthermore, champagne is said to act similarly to Viagra, potentially enhancing sexual experiences, according to Komsomolskaya Pravda.
βοΈπΊπΈπ·πΊ Senator Raphael Warnock has blocked the acceleration of a bill regarding "devilish sanctions" against Russia, according to Punchbowl News.
πΊπΈπ·πΊ Senate Republican Majority Leader John Thune has announced that disagreements have emerged during the drafting of the bill on "hellish sanctions" against Russia. Disputes have surfaced as lawmakers work on the legislation.
π¨ Upcoming Earnings Reports
Tonight, several major companies are set to release their earnings reports. At 23:00 Moscow time, reports will come from SpaceX, Booking, Wynn Resorts, Bed Bath & Beyond, Amgen, and Gilead. Following them, ViaSat and Lucid will report at 23:05, while Pinterest will follow shortly after. Match Group and AMD will release their reports at 23:10 and 23:15, respectively. The evening will conclude with Mosaic and Trivago at 23:15 and 23:45.
Tonight, several major companies are set to release their earnings reports. At 23:00 Moscow time, reports will come from SpaceX, Booking, Wynn Resorts, Bed Bath & Beyond, Amgen, and Gilead. Following them, ViaSat and Lucid will report at 23:05, while Pinterest will follow shortly after. Match Group and AMD will release their reports at 23:10 and 23:15, respectively. The evening will conclude with Mosaic and Trivago at 23:15 and 23:45.
π SpaceX reported a second quarter revenue of $7.8 billion, surpassing estimates of $6.81 billion. The company recorded an operating loss of $1.26 billion in its AI segment, better than the anticipated $2.39 billion loss. In addition, SpaceX posted a net loss of $541 million. By the end of the second quarter, the company reached 12 million Starlink subscribers. Capital expenditures for the quarter amounted to $18.37 billion, slightly below the estimate of $18.58 billion.
π Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) reported a significant second-quarter capital expenditure of $808 million, exceeding estimates of $298.6 million. The company's adjusted operating margin stood at 27%, slightly above the expected 26.9%. AMD's adjusted earnings per share reached $1.66, surpassing the forecast of $1.62. Additionally, the firm posted revenues of $11.54 billion, higher than the anticipated $11.31 billion.
β οΈ AHEAD
π’ The U.S. oil inventory report from the API is set to be released today at 23:30 - 23:40 MSK.
π’ The U.S. oil inventory report from the API is set to be released today at 23:30 - 23:40 MSK.
π₯πΊπΈ Musk announced that in the future, the company will focus on developing products exclusively on the NVIDIA platform.
π’οΈ Oil prices reacted to the latest API report, which indicated a crude oil inventory increase of 2.69 million barrels. This figure surpassed expectations of a 2 million barrel decline and was higher than the previous increase of 3.296 million barrels. The report highlights ongoing fluctuations in oil supply dynamics.
β οΈπΈπ¦ Al Arabiya reports that there are currently no negotiations between Saudi Arabia and the Houthi rebels through intermediaries. Earlier, BBG had indicated that Saudi Arabia was engaged in talks with the Houthis, mediated by Oman, regarding a ceasefire and de-escalation.
π¬ Todayβs Calendar - August 5, 2026
Australia will release its Services/Composite PMI at 02:00 MSK, followed by Japan's Bank of Japan minutes at 02:50 MSK and Services/Composite PMI at 03:30 MSK. Chinaβs Caixin Services/Composite PMI will be available at 04:45 MSK. India's central bank rate announcement is set for 07:30 MSK, with Services/Composite PMI following at 08:00 MSK. Russia, Germany, the Eurozone, and the UK will also publish their Services/Composite PMIs throughout the day, with key US data including ADP Employment at 15:15 MSK and ISM Services PMI at 17:00 MSK.
Australia will release its Services/Composite PMI at 02:00 MSK, followed by Japan's Bank of Japan minutes at 02:50 MSK and Services/Composite PMI at 03:30 MSK. Chinaβs Caixin Services/Composite PMI will be available at 04:45 MSK. India's central bank rate announcement is set for 07:30 MSK, with Services/Composite PMI following at 08:00 MSK. Russia, Germany, the Eurozone, and the UK will also publish their Services/Composite PMIs throughout the day, with key US data including ADP Employment at 15:15 MSK and ISM Services PMI at 17:00 MSK.