Public Markets 3 Days

Last updated: July 14, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

Geopolitical Tensions and Energy Markets

Oil prices in the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran's attacks on shipping prompting fresh U.S. strikes raising concerns. Brent crude rose to $87, and U.S. natural gas futures, though supply remains adequate domestically. President Trump for passage through the strait to cover protection costs, a plan he later withdrew. The conflict has led to record tightness in fuel markets in the U.S. and Europe. Palm oil also advanced as rising crude prices. Meanwhile, European defense groups are to counter missile threats, drawing lessons from the war in Ukraine which has shifted to aerial combat.

Corporate Earnings and Economic Indicators

Major U.S. banks smashed earnings, benefiting from a stock trading boom and the AI frenzy, although "tectonic" risks loom. However, IBM suffered its worst day on record with shares plunging 25% as customers shifted spending to AI, delivering a "devastating blow" to software stocks and reigniting questions over the sector. HCA Healthcare shares by payer mix shifts. In the U.S., small business confidence, with the optimism index rising 2.1 points. Inflation data, with the Consumer Price Index rising 3.5% annually in June, marking the biggest monthly drop since 2020. Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller if inflation remains elevated, though traders.

Market Movements and Dealmaking

Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, Citigroup, and Bank of America benefited from the AI frenzy and SpaceX IPO. Buyout firm Francisco Partners is to acquire construction software maker Command Alkon. Saudi Arabian firm Nour Net is reportedly working with Goldman Sachs and HSBC on a potential IPO. In emerging markets, Honduras is looking to buy back bonds and tap global markets, and Senegal bondholders have begun informal talks to potentially form a group. European stocks were, with technology shares declining. In Canada, Cadillac Mines Corp. and Amapa Minerals Holdings Inc. filed initial, signaling a pickup in listings.

Sector-Specific News and Trends

Electric vehicle charger proliferation in Southern states, even as EV sales slow. AI data-center construction is experiencing a boom, but other industrial site development has been dampened by rising costs. Alcoa received international approval for a. In the automotive sector, Stellantis reported an, driven by North American growth. Saudi-owned carmaker Lucid has as EV sales slump. The fossil market is booming, with a T. rex fossil selling for $50.1 million.

Regulatory and Political Developments

The House voted in favor of a bill to, but its Senate fate is uncertain. The U.S. and Iran escalated attacks, risking a return to high energy prices. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) was after fatal shootings in Maine and Houston, including the case of Colombian immigrant Joan Sebastian Guerrero, who had legal status. Senator Lindsey Graham's death, with supporters hoping it will gain momentum in his honor. The Trump administration has been and subpoenaing them.

Other Notable Stories

Captain Sullenberger, known as "Sully,". The City Council speaker in New York City will in Central Park. News emerged that Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway dropped the Gates Foundation from a $6 billion donation following revelations about the Microsoft co-founder's ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Europe is considering, following similar moves by the U.S. and UK.