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Vicor Corp (NASDAQ:VICR) reported that Philip D. Davies, the company's Corporate Vice President of Global Sales & Marketing, executed a series of transactions on July 1, 2026. The executive disposed of approximately $1.1 million worth of company stock through a pre-arranged trading plan while simultaneously exercising non-qualified stock options to…
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Kelly Roland Thomas, serving as Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel at Velocity Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ:VEL), executed a sale of company equity on July 1, 2026. The transaction involved the divestment of 1,600 shares of common stock, resulting in proceeds totaling $29,709. This sale activity occurs as Velocity Financial approaches its upcoming …
In Washington on July 6, President Donald Trump said the United States would either reach an agreement with Iran or take military action to 'finish the job.' His remarks came after indirect talks between the U.S. and Iran ended last week without visible progress and following the funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, where Iranians appe…
Morgan Stanley shifted its stance on North American freight transportation to In-Line from Attractive even as it upgraded its view of the sector's cyclical recovery. The firm now treats its prior bullish scenario as the base case, lifting earnings forecasts and price targets across much of its coverage on the back of tightening trucking capacity, s…
Horizon Kinetics Asset Management LLC, the investment adviser for RENN Fund, Inc., has expanded its direct ownership in the company by purchasing 756 additional shares on July 2, 2026. The transaction, valued at $2,351, brings the total direct holding to 929,640 shares. This move occurs as RENN Fund trades at $3.01 per share, reflecting a 14.5% ret…
Iran has seen vast turnout at a week of funerals and public ceremonies for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in U.S.-Israeli strikes at the start of the war. Authorities portray the crowds as a sign of unity and defiance, yet analysts, officials and participants caution that attendance does not equal broad popular support. Persistent ec…
Wheat prices on Euronext rose after a sharp rally in maize on both sides of the Atlantic and weather forecasts that raise concerns for corn crops. Support came from a weaker euro and a large Saudi Arabian purchase, while strong French harvest volumes and expected Black Sea output limited further gains.
A Bank of Canada quarterly survey and a subsequent follow-up poll show Canadian businesses trimmed their inflation expectations following a mid-June interim agreement between the United States and Iran. While the business outlook cooled for the first time in three quarters, investment intentions stayed elevated and trade-related worries eased versu…
A Bank of Canada quarterly survey of business leaders found that firms have reduced their inflation expectations following a ceasefire in the Middle East and easing trade concerns. Conducted in May with a follow-up in mid-June, the survey offers central bank policymakers insight into how trade uncertainty influences inflation, employment and activi…
The Federal Reserve Bank of New York reported a decline in its Global Supply Chain Pressure Index for June, dropping to 1.25 from a revised 1.81 in May. The reading is close to levels seen in late 2022 and remains far below the December 2021 peak of 4.44. The bank linked recent improvements to easing disruptions from the Middle East conflict as goo…
Meta's stock has been punished on concerns about AI infrastructure spending and a broad rotation out of the Magnificent Seven. The selloff ignores two critical facts: FoA ad acceleration driven by AI is delivering 33% revenue growth, and Meta can monetize excess data-center capacity via a cloud offering—turning a perceived expense into a new revenu…
The Federal Reserve Bank of New York reported that its Global Supply Chain Pressure Index declined to 1.25 in June from an upwardly revised 1.81 in May. The reading approaches late-2022 levels and stands well below the December 2021 peak of 4.44. The easing follows disruptions to shipping and energy transit related to the Middle East war and the ne…
Scilex Holding Company (Nasdaq: SCLX), a non-opioid pain management pharmaceutical company, announced that its Dream Bowl I Meme Coin tokens began trading on the Biconomy Exchange on July 6, 2026. The move aims to provide liquidity and broader distribution to token holders, including certain shareholders of Scilex and Datavault AI Inc. Scilex retai…
Poland's main index, the WIG30, finished the session higher, driven by strength in media, banking and developers names. Modivo SA paced gains while Cyfrowy Polsat and several large-cap industrials weighed on the market. Commodities and FX showed modest moves alongside the equity session close in Warsaw.
Turkey's benchmark BIST 100 closed modestly higher after the Monday session, driven by advances in Transport, Wholesale & Retail Trade and Sports sectors. A small portion of stocks posted sharp gains, with Sekerbank reaching a record high, while a larger group of issues fell. Commodity and currency moves were mixed, with gold and crude oil higher a…
Denmark's benchmark OMX Copenhagen 20 closed lower on Monday, falling 1.30% as losses in Oil & Gas, Healthcare and Technology weighed on the market. While Carlsberg, Danske Bank and Pandora finished higher, heavy declines in AP Moller - Maersk and Oersted contributed to a broader market downturn. Commodity and FX moves were mixed, with oil and gold…
Vicor Corp (NASDAQ:VICR) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Patrizio Vinciarelli executed a substantial transaction on July 1, 2026, disposing of 19,540 shares of common stock for approximately $7.13 million. The sales were facilitated through a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan established on February 26, 2026. The execution of this sale follows a period…
President Donald Trump said on Monday that Sikorsky, a unit of Lockheed Martin Corp, would cover roughly $5 million to $6 million to build a granite helicopter landing pad on the South Lawn of the White House to accommodate next-generation Marine One helicopters completed in 2024, according to the U.S. Navy. The president also requested a carved Wh…
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller told a Bank of Italy conference that forward guidance can accelerate monetary-policy effects when applied appropriately, but becomes problematic if it is too rigid or used in environments with many possible economic outcomes. He cited the fall 2021 episode - when markets reacted to guidance but policy tig…
The Bank of Israel trimmed its benchmark interest rate to 3.5% from 3.75% at a policy meeting on Monday, its second consecutive reduction. Officials pointed to continued subdued inflation and lower energy prices following a U.S.-Iran ceasefire as central reasons for the move. Staff projections show inflation expected to decline to 1.8% by the end o…
Joseph Stilwell and his affiliated investment entities have significantly increased their holdings in Peoples Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:PFBX). Recent filings indicate a series of purchases totaling $56,461 executed in early July 2026. This activity occurs as the stock trades near its 52-week peak, with valuation metrics suggesting the shares may be p…
Estonian officials say the United States is reassessing its military footprint in Europe, leaving the long-term status of U.S. forces in Estonia unclear beyond the next scheduled rotation. The next rotation is due this summer and will remain until the end of 2026. Estonia and the U.S. are in ongoing consultations and will provide further informatio…
Citadel Securities asked a federal court to join a lawsuit filed by Susquehanna International Group that alleges a coordinated insider trading scheme tied to Chinese regulatory actions. Susquehanna says the scheme produced more than $100 million in profits from options trades placed before a May 22 Chinese government announcement; Citadel says it l…
The Government of India has announced an offer for sale (OFS) to offload up to 5.04% of Cochin Shipyard, comprising a base sale of 2.52% and an additional 2.52% contingent on oversubscription. The government's holding stood at 67.92% as of March 31. The floor price for the OFS is fixed at 1,400 rupees ($14.68) per share, a discount of more than 7% …
