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Last updated: July 16, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

Middle East Tensions & Energy Markets

Oil prices remained steady after recent gains, with U.S. and Iran facing a diplomatic gridlock. Renewed tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have raised the chances of a pricey winter, potentially impacting Asian liquefied natural gas prices which amid concerns over disrupted shipping. Chevron is for Iraqi oil, considering investments in fields and a pipeline, and with Iraq soon. TotalEnergies has from the Middle East war, anticipating a milder second-quarter impact. The International Energy Agency warned that the global economy if the Strait of Hormuz crisis persists. India increased fuel on diesel and jet fuel as global supply tightens, while also to shield its economy. The Iran war is also, according to S&P Global.

Corporate Dealmaking & Financial Sector Shifts

Apollo Global Management Inc. is targeting $20 in Mexico, seeking new outlets for its business. Advisers overseeing billions of pounds are, with Prospera and Wellesley having departed. Monte dei Paschi's board from Intesa undervalues the bank, suggesting potential talks with Banco BPM. Citigroup's credit traders are of French shipping giant CMA CGM Group. Aston Martin's creditors have tapped Jefferies as financial adviser amid growing debt concerns. Bank of America has to sell overdue parking debt. Entain Plc, the owner of Ladbrokes, will due to higher UK taxes. ABB is for £4.1 billion, adding to foreign interest in London-listed companies. KKR & Co. and Energy Capital Partners have for DCC Plc. EQT AB is for Japan's Kakaku.com Inc., escalating a bidding war. Raiffeisen Bank International AG has in its €517 million bid for Addiko Bank.

Technology & AI Developments

Trump Media plans to to President Trump's social posts for traders and investors. Google has been on Android smartphones by European Union regulators. Anthropic is reportedly, with steps consistent with a public listing in the fall. Europe is finding it as countries aim to reduce reliance on key technologies like AI. India is, though critics warn of potential energy and water strain. IBM's profit warning, suggesting AI revenue growth may be slower than anticipated by hyperscalers. Goldman Sachs sees, expecting increased spending from hyperscalers next year. TSMC says AI, defying skeptics and sharply increasing capital spending and sales projections. The operator of America's largest electricity network is to address a projected supply shortfall for the AI boom.

Market Movements & Economic Indicators

Bond traders are following softer inflation data. Treasury yields, with jobless claims declining to 208,000. U.S. natural gas futures, edging higher for a third session. Gold prices in U.S. producer price inflation.