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.
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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.
πΊπΈ A deadly outbreak of "explosive diarrhea" in the United States has begun to claim lives, according to REN TV. Previously, former President Trump blamed Mexico for the outbreak and threatened to impose additional tariffs.
π’ The U.S. Central Command has stated that the "southern route through the Strait of Hormuz remains free and open," referring to the path through Oman's territorial waters. Recently, Iran warned Oman about the risks of aiding the Americans. For more information, visit this link.
π Tech stocks in Asia are experiencing a strong rally, continuing their upward trend.
π¨ A sorting center for Wildberries caught fire in the Tula region following a drone attack, according to the governor.