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Last updated: July 15, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

Market Movers and Dealmaking

nears €12.5bn to acquire Delivery Hero, though the German food delivery group will first spin off its Turkish and select European operations to another buyer. Separately, investors can as Advent International and Stripe’s $53bn offer is seen as a bargain for the buyers. SpaceX shares for the first time, trading under $135 as the Nasdaq composite dropped, wiping $1tn from the Musk-owned conglomerate's valuation. SpaceX shares of $135 after soaring in its stock market debut.

Economic Signals and Sector Watch

China’s economy in years, with 4.3 percent growth in the second quarter reflecting a broad slump outside of its export-oriented manufacturing. In the UK as the next prime minister eyes state control of the water sector. stockpiles posted of 1.7 million barrels, exceeding analyst expectations. Meanwhile, developers back, with industrial real estate under construction rising 18% in the second quarter, fueled by demand for data-center equipment.

Corporate Earnings and Tech Trends

raises forecasts as the AI boom drives chipmaking demand, with shares climbing after the Dutch company adopted a bullish tone on the sector's durability. ADRs trading, signaling bullish sentiment in memory markets. Major U.S. stock indexes, following several positive corporate reports. delinquencies showing, contrasting with broader measures indicating the highest delinquency rates in 15 years.

Commodities and Geopolitical Ripples

settles 0.42% at $4044.00, with silver also falling, marking a downturn for both precious metals. strikes hit in the Strait of Hormuz, with the military attacking Iranian cruise missile storage and launch sites. Doing business in a more dangerous world, impacting everything from food to electronics.