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SANTA BARBARA, Calif., July 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AppFolio, Inc. (NASDAQ: APPF) ("AppFolio" or the "Company"), a technology leader powering the future of the real estate industry, today announced its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026.

"Our Q2 results continue to reflect our momentum with new and existing customers," said Shane Trigg, Chairman and CEO. "For the first time, we've crossed $1 billion in revenue on a trailing twelve-month basis, a milestone we believe reflects the success customers are having by adopting our products and services. The operators on our platform are embracing AI that works because it knows their business and drives real performance outcomes. That is what Real Estate Performance Management delivers."

Financial Highlights for Second Quarter of 2026

Revenue grew 19% year-over-year to $281 million.Total units under management grew 8% year-over-year to 9.6 million.GAAP operating income grew 31% to $53 million, or 18.8% of revenue, compared to $41 million, or 17.2% of revenue in Q2 2025.Non-GAAP operating income grew 24% to $76 million, or 27.1% of revenue, compared to $62 million, or 26.2% of revenue in Q2 2025.Net cash provided by operating activities was $88 million, or 31.2% of revenue, compared to $53 million, or 22.3% of revenue in Q2 2025. Financial Outlook
Based on information available as of July 23, 2026, AppFolio's outlook for fiscal year 2026 follows:

Full year revenue range is increasing to $1.117 - $1.127 billion.Full year non-GAAP operating margin range as a percentage of revenue is increasing to 26.5% - 28.0%.Diluted weighted average shares outstanding are expected to be approximately 36 million for the full year. Conference Call Information
As previously announced, the Company will host a conference call today, July 23, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time (PT), 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time (ET), to discuss the Company’s second quarter financial results. A live webcast of the call will be available at: https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/iuf6q6wf/. To access the call by phone, please go to the following link: https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BIf2eada34bb9140a98f952424c8f0d5f1, and you will be provided with dial-in details. A replay of the webcast will also be available for a limited time on AppFolio’s Investor Relations website at https://ir.appfolioinc.com/news-events/events.

The Company also provides announcements regarding its financial results and other matters, including SEC filings, investor events, and press releases, on its Investor Relations website at https://ir.appfolioinc.com/, as a means of disclosing material nonpublic information and for complying with AppFolio's disclosure obligations under Regulation FD.

About AppFolio
AppFolio is a technology leader powering the future of the real estate industry. Our innovative platform and trusted partnership enable our customers to connect communities, increase operational efficiency, and grow their business. For more information about AppFolio, visit ir.appfolioinc.com.

Investor Relations Contact:
Lori Barker
[email protected]

Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures
Reconciliations of current and historical non-GAAP financial measures to AppFolio’s financial results as determined in accordance with GAAP are included at the end of this press release following the accompanying financial data. For a description of these non-GAAP financial measures, including the reasons management uses each measure, please see the section of the tables entitled “Statement Regarding the Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures.”

AppFolio is unable, at this time, to provide GAAP equivalent guidance measures on a forward-looking basis for non-GAAP operating margin because certain items that impact this measure are uncertain, out of our control, or cannot be reasonably predicted, such as charges related to stock-based compensation expense. The effect of these excluded items may be significant.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, which statements are subject to considerable risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements include all statements that are not statements of historical fact contained in this press release, and can be identified by words such as “anticipates,” “believes,” “could,” “estimates,” “expects,” “intends,” “may,” “plans,” “potential,” “future’” “predicts, “projects,” “target,” “seeks,” “contemplates,” “should,” “will,” “would” or similar expressions and the negatives of those expressions. In particular, forward-looking statements contained in this press release relate to future operating results and financial position, including the Company's fiscal year 2026 financial outlook, anticipated future expenses and investments, the Company's business opportunities, the impact of the Company's strategic actions and initiatives, the potential benefits and effect of AI and its impact on the Company’s plans, objectives, expectations and capabilities.

Forward-looking statements represent AppFolio's current beliefs and expectations based on information currently available and speak only as of the date the statement is made. Forward-looking statements are subject to numerous known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the Company's actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. The risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the Company's actual results, performance or achievements to materially differ from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements include those risks, uncertainties and other factors described in the section entitled “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, which was filed with the SEC on February 5, 2026, as such risk factors may be updated from time to time in our subsequent filings with the SEC, and the section entitled “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” in the Company’s most recently filed Annual Report on Form 10-K or Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, as well as in the Company's other filings with the SEC. You should read this press release with the understanding that the Company's actual future results may be materially different from the results expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements.

The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements made in this press release to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this press release or to reflect new information or the occurrence of unanticipated events, except as required by law.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(UNAUDITED)
(in thousands)
  June 30,
2026 December 31,
2025Assets    Current assets    Cash and cash equivalents $217,401 $106,967Investment securities—current  4,284  144,256Accounts receivable, net  50,442  36,873Prepaid expenses and other current assets  53,058  65,218Total current assets  325,185  353,314Property and equipment, net  21,464  23,228Operating lease right-of-use assets  14,798  15,924Capitalized software development costs, net  11,444  11,324Goodwill  96,410  96,410Intangible assets, net  33,711  38,826Deferred income taxes  42,819  58,823Long-term investments  87,668  77,033Other long-term assets  14,872  14,085Total assets $648,371 $688,967Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity    Current liabilities    Accounts payable $4,776 $4,123Accrued employee expenses  30,010  59,774Accrued expenses  26,990  20,829Other current liabilities  23,106  22,121Total current liabilities  84,882  106,847Operating lease liabilities  30,660  33,287Other liabilities  6,687  6,254Total liabilities  122,229  146,388Stockholders’ equity  526,142  542,579Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $648,371 $688,967 CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(UNAUDITED)
(in thousands, except per share amounts)

 Three Months Ended
June 30, Six Months Ended
June 30,  2026   2025   2026  2025Revenue(1)$281,124  $235,575  $543,338 $453,277Costs and operating expenses:       Cost of revenue (exclusive of depreciation and amortization)(2) 102,595   83,827   197,570  163,325Sales and marketing(2) 43,944   36,776   81,445  67,833Research and product development(2) 50,997   46,674   100,626  90,432General and administrative(2) 25,626   21,936   49,967  45,287Depreciation and amortization 4,985   5,850   10,005  12,105Total costs and operating expenses 228,147   195,063   439,613  378,982Income from operations 52,977   40,512   103,725  74,295Other (loss) income, net (1)  (11)  568  45Interest income, net 1,435   1,466   3,219  4,419Income before provision for income taxes 54,411   41,967   107,512  78,759Provision for income taxes 12,867   5,987   23,544  11,396Net income$41,544  $35,980  $83,968 $67,363Net income per common share:       Basic$1.17  $1.00  $2.36 $1.87Diluted$1.17  $0.99  $2.36 $1.85Weighted average common shares outstanding       Basic 35,391   35,922   35,544  36,111Diluted 35,461   36,204   35,635  36,425
(1) The following table presents our revenue categories:

 Three Months Ended
June 30, Six Months Ended
June 30, 2026
 2025
 2026
 2025
Subscription Services$59,800 $52,473 $118,022 $101,986Value Added Services 219,467  180,145  420,830  344,851Other 1,857  2,957  4,486  6,440Total revenue$281,124 $235,575 $543,338 $453,277
(2) Includes stock-based compensation expense as follows:

 Three Months Ended
June 30, Six Months Ended
June 30, 2026
 2025
 2026
 2025
Costs and operating expenses:       Cost of revenue (exclusive of depreciation and amortization)$1,246 $1,419 $2,334 $2,706Sales and marketing 3,633  3,045  6,973  5,893Research and product development 8,918  8,176  16,800  15,107General and administrative 6,674  5,659  12,353  10,964Total stock-based compensation expense$20,471 $18,299 $38,460 $34,670 CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(UNAUDITED)
(in thousands) Three Months Ended
June 30, Six Months Ended
June 30,  2026   2025   2026   2025 Cash from operating activities       Net income$41,544  $35,980  $83,968  $67,363 Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:       Depreciation and amortization 4,985   5,850   10,005   12,105 Amortization of operating lease right-of-use assets 566   507   1,126   1,008 Amortization of costs capitalized to obtain revenue contracts, net 3,300   2,699   6,468   5,419 Deferred income taxes 7,976   (7,644)  16,004   (13,185)Stock-based compensation, including as amortized 20,471   18,299   38,460   34,670 Other —   (131)  (523)  (1,048)Changes in operating assets and liabilities:       Accounts receivable (6,475)  (5,081)  (13,918)  (8,197)Prepaid expenses and other assets (1,887)  (5,966)  (10,093)  (11,426)Accounts payable 1,035   (1,694)  653   852 Operating lease liabilities (1,204)  (1,051)  (2,384)  (2,102)Accrued expenses and other liabilities 17,293   10,875   (7,864)  5,649 Net cash provided by operating activities 87,604   52,643   121,902   91,108 Cash from investing activities       Purchases of available-for-sale investments (3,277)  (1,732)  (45,940)  (64,034)Proceeds from sales of available-for-sale investments —   99,944   140,154   202,662 Proceeds from maturities of available-for-sale investments 3,230   1,670   45,590   43,820 Purchases of property and equipment 3   (275)  (228)  (505)Capitalization of software development costs (1,250)  (842)  (2,554)  (1,478)Purchases of long-term investments (10,000)  (75,000)  (10,000)  (75,000)Cash paid in business acquisition, net of cash acquired —   —   —   (906)Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities (11,294)  23,765   127,022   104,559 Cash from financing activities       Proceeds from stock option exercises and the issuance of common stock under the Employee Stock Purchase Plan —   117   998   128 Tax withholding for net share settlement (6,321)  (10,020)  (14,478)  (19,098)Purchase of common stock —   (49,960)  (125,010)  (145,723)Net cash used in financing activities (6,321)  (59,863)  (138,490)  (164,693)Net increase in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash 69,989   16,545   110,434   30,974 Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash       Beginning of period 147,662   57,183   107,217   42,754 End of period$217,651  $73,728  $217,651  $73,728    RECONCILIATION FROM GAAP TO NON-GAAP RESULTS
(UNAUDITED)
(in thousands, except per share data)

   Three Months Ended
June 30, Six Months Ended
June 30,    2026   2025   2026   2025 Costs and operating expenses:      GAAP cost of revenue (exclusive of depreciation and amortization)$102,595  $83,827  $197,570  $163,325   Stock-based compensation expense (1,246)  (1,419)  (2,334)  (2,706) Non-GAAP cost of revenue (exclusive of depreciation and amortization)$101,349  $82,408  $195,236  $160,619  GAAP cost of revenue (exclusive of depreciation and amortization) as a percentage of revenue 36%  36%  36%  36% Non-GAAP cost of revenue (exclusive of depreciation and amortization) as a percentage of revenue 36%  35%  36%  35%           GAAP sales and marketing$43,944  $36,776  $81,445  $67,833   Stock-based compensation expense (3,633)  (3,045)  (6,973)  (5,893) Non-GAAP sales and marketing$40,311  $33,731  $74,472  $61,940  GAAP sales and marketing as a percentage of revenue 16%  16%  15%  15% Non-GAAP sales and marketing as a percentage of revenue 14%  14%  14%  14%           GAAP research and product development$50,997  $46,674  $100,626  $90,432   Stock-based compensation expense (8,918)  (8,176)  (16,800)  (15,107) Non-GAAP research and product development$42,079  $38,498  $83,826  $75,325  GAAP research and product development as a percentage of revenue 18%  20%  19%  20% Non-GAAP research and product development as a percentage of revenue 15%  16%  15%  17%           GAAP general and administrative$25,626  $21,936  $49,967  $45,287   Stock-based compensation expense (6,674)  (5,659)  (12,353)  (10,964) Non-GAAP general and administrative$18,952  $16,277  $37,614  $34,323  GAAP general and administrative as a percentage of revenue 9%  9%  9%  10% Non-GAAP general and administrative as a percentage of revenue 7%  7%  7%  8%           GAAP depreciation and amortization$4,985  $5,850  $10,005  $12,105   Amortization of stock-based compensation capitalized in software development costs (241)  (241)  (482)  (482)  Amortization of purchased intangibles (2,558)  (2,558)  (5,115)  (5,115) Non-GAAP depreciation and amortization$2,186  $3,051  $4,408  $6,508  GAAP depreciation and amortization as a percentage of revenue 2%  2%  2%  3% Non-GAAP depreciation and amortization as a percentage of revenue 1%  1%  1%  1%    Three Months Ended
June 30, Six Months Ended
June 30,    2026   2025   2026   2025 Income from operations:        GAAP income from operations$52,977  $40,512  $103,725  $74,295   Stock-based compensation expense 20,471   18,299   38,460   34,670   Amortization of stock-based compensation capitalized in software development costs 241   241   482   482   Amortization of purchased intangibles 2,558   2,558   5,115   5,115  Non-GAAP income from operations$76,247  $61,610  $147,782  $114,562           Operating margin:        GAAP operating margin 18.8%  17.2%  19.1%  16.4%  Stock-based compensation expense as a percentage of revenue 7.3   7.8   7.1   7.7   Amortization of stock-based compensation capitalized in software development costs as a percentage of revenue 0.1   0.1   0.1   0.1   Amortization of purchased intangibles as a percentage of revenue 0.9   1.1   0.9   1.1  Non-GAAP operating margin 27.1%  26.2%  27.2%  25.3%          Net income (loss):        GAAP net income$41,544  $35,980  $83,968  $67,363   Stock-based compensation expense 20,471   18,299   38,460   34,670   Amortization of stock-based compensation capitalized in software development costs 241   241   482   482   Amortization of purchased intangibles 2,558   2,558   5,115   5,115   Income tax effect of adjustments (4,223)  (7,257)  (9,801)  (13,599) Non-GAAP net income$60,591  $49,821  $118,224  $94,031           Net income per share, basic:        GAAP net income per share, basic$1.17  $1.00  $2.36  $1.87   Non-GAAP adjustments to net income 0.54   0.39   0.97   0.73  Non-GAAP net income per share, basic$1.71  $1.39  $3.33  $2.60           Net income per share, diluted:        GAAP net income per share, diluted$1.17  $0.99  $2.36  $1.85   Non-GAAP adjustments to net income 0.54   0.39   0.96   0.73  Non-GAAP net income per share, diluted$1.71  $1.38  $3.32  $2.58            Weighted-average shares used in GAAP and non-GAAP per share calculation         Basic 35,391   35,922   35,544   36,111   Diluted 35,461   36,204   35,635   36,425 
Statement Regarding the Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures

We use the following non-GAAP financial measures in addition to, and not as a substitute for, or superior to, financial measures calculated in accordance with GAAP.

Non-GAAP presentation of income from operations, costs and operating expenses, operating margin, net income, and net income per share. These measures exclude certain non-cash or non-recurring items, including stock-based compensation expense, amortization of stock-based compensation capitalized in software development costs, amortization of purchased intangibles, and the related income tax effect of these adjustments, as applicable and described below. Non-GAAP operating margin is calculated as non-GAAP operating income from operations as a percentage of revenue. We use each of these non-GAAP financial measures internally to assess and compare operating results across reporting periods, for internal budgeting and forecasting purposes, and to evaluate our financial performance. We believe these non-GAAP financial measures also provide useful supplemental information to investors and facilitate the analysis of our operating results and comparison of operating results across reporting periods.

In particular, we believe these non-GAAP financial measures are useful to investors and others in assessing our operating performance due to the following factors:

Stock-based compensation expense and amortization of stock-based compensation capitalized in software development costs. We utilize stock-based compensation to attract and retain employees. It is principally aimed at aligning their interests with those of our stockholders while ensuring long-term retention, rather than to address operational performance for any particular period. As a result, stock-based compensation expenses vary for reasons that are generally unrelated to financial and operational performance in any particular period. Amortization of purchased intangibles. We view amortization of purchased intangible assets as items arising from pre-acquisition activities determined at the time of an acquisition. While these intangible assets are evaluated for impairment regularly, amortization of the cost of purchased intangibles is an expense that is not typically affected by operations during any particular period. Income tax effects of adjustments. We utilize a fixed long-term projected tax rate in our computation of non-GAAP income tax effects to provide better consistency across interim reporting periods. In projecting this long-term non-GAAP tax rate, we utilize a financial projection that excludes the direct impact of other non-GAAP adjustments. The projected rate, which we have determined to be 22% and 21% for 2026 and 2025, respectively, considers other factors such as our current operating structure, existing tax positions in various jurisdictions, and key legislation in major jurisdictions where we operate. We periodically re-evaluate this tax rate, as necessary, for significant events, based on relevant tax law changes, and material changes in the forecasted geographic earnings mix. Our non-GAAP financial measures may not provide information that is directly comparable to that provided by other companies in our industry, as other companies may calculate non-GAAP financial results differently. In addition, there are limitations in using non-GAAP financial measures because non-GAAP financial measures are not prepared in accordance with GAAP and can exclude expenses that may have a material impact on our reported financial results. As such, non-GAAP financial measures should not be considered in isolation from, or as a substitute for, financial information prepared in accordance with GAAP. A reconciliation of the historical non-GAAP financial measures to their most directly comparable GAAP measures has been provided in the tables above. We encourage investors to review the reconciliation of these historical non-GAAP financial measures to their most directly comparable GAAP financial measures.

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GE HealthCare (Nasdaq: GEHC) today announced that Jay Saccaro will step down as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for an expanded role outside of the medical technology industry. The Company has appointed George Newcomb, currently Controller and Chief Accounting Officer, as interim Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Saccaro will remain with the Company through August 14, 2026, and work together with Mr. Newcomb to ensure a smooth transition. GE HealthCare has commen.

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July 23, 2026 16:05 ET  | Source: Wintrust Financial Corporation

ROSEMONT, Ill., July 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Wintrust Financial Corporation (“Wintrust” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: WTFC) has approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.55 per share of outstanding common stock. The dividend is payable on August 20, 2026, to shareholders of record as of August 6, 2026.

Additionally, the Company’s Board of Directors approved a cash dividend on outstanding shares of the Company’s 7.875% Fixed-Rate Reset Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, Series F. The dividend is payable on October 15, 2026, to shareholders of record as of October 1, 2026.

About Wintrust

Wintrust is a financial holding company with $74.7 billion in assets whose common stock is traded on the Nasdaq Global Select Market. Guided by its “Different Approach, Better Results®” philosophy, Wintrust offers the sophisticated resources of a large bank while providing a community banking experience to each customer. Wintrust operates more than 200 retail banking locations through 16 community bank subsidiaries in the greater Chicago, southern Wisconsin, west Michigan, northwest Indiana, and southwest Florida market areas. In addition, Wintrust operates various non-bank business units, providing residential mortgage origination, wealth management, commercial and life insurance premium financing, short-term accounts receivable financing/outsourced administrative services to the temporary staffing services industry, and qualified intermediary services for tax-deferred exchanges. For more information, please visit wintrust.com.

Forward-Looking Information

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Investors are cautioned that such statements are predictions and that actual events or results may differ materially. Wintrust's expected financial results or other plans are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. For a discussion of such risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements, see "Risk Factors" and the forward-looking statement disclosure contained in Wintrust's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the most recently ended fiscal year and in Wintrust’s subsequent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date made and Wintrust undertakes no duty to update the information.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
David A. Dykstra, Vice Chairman & Chief Operating Officer
(847) 939-9000
Amy Yuhn, Executive Vice President, Communications
(847) 939-9591
Website address: www.wintrust.com

, /PRNewswire/ -- National plaintiffs' law firm Berger Montague PC announces a class action lawsuit against AeroVironment, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVAV) ("AeroVironment" or the "Company") on behalf of investors who purchased or acquired AeroVironment common stock during the period from June 25, 2025 through March 10, 2026 (the "Class Period").

Investor Deadline: Investors who purchased or acquired AeroVironment common stock during the Class Period may, no later than July 27, 2026, seek to be appointed as a lead plaintiff representative of the class. To learn your rights, CLICK HERE.

Based in Arlington, Va., AeroVironment is a leading American defense technology company specializing in autonomous systems and unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and space and directed-energy technologies serving the U.S. Department of Defense, allied governments, and commercial customers globally.

On January 20, 2026, AeroVironment disclosed that the U.S. government had issued a stop work order on the Company's agreement to deliver BADGER systems to the Satellite Communication Augmentation Resource ("SCAR") program. While AeroVironment stated that it expected to continue delivering capabilities under the program, its stock price fell 15.77% on January 20, 2026, closing at $330.89 per share — a decline of $61.97.

On March 2, 2026, Space News reported that the U.S. Space Force was reopening the SCAR program and "reassessing how to move forward," with Colonel Owen Stevens of the Space Rapid Capabilities Office confirming that the Space Force would "move into a new acquisition strategy for SCAR." Following this report, AeroVironment's stock price fell 17.42% on March 2, 2026, closing at $208.32 per share — a drop of $43.93.

On March 10, 2026, AeroVironment reported a third quarter 2026 operating loss of $179.0 million for fiscal year 2026, inclusive of a $151.3 million goodwill impairment in its space division. The Company also disclosed that the Space Force had formally terminated its SCAR contract and that AeroVironment would be required to "recompete" for the program. On this news, AeroVironment's stock fell 6.24% on March 11, 2026, closing at $207.73 per share.

If you are an AeroVironment investor and would like to learn more about this action, CLICK HERE or please contact Berger Montague: Andrew Abramowitz at [email protected] or (215) 875-3015, or Caitlin Adorni at [email protected] or (267) 764-4865.

About Berger Montague
Berger Montague is one of the nation's preeminent law firms focusing on complex civil litigation, class actions, and mass torts in federal and state courts throughout the United States. With more than $2.4 billion in 2025 post-trial judgments alone, the Firm is a leader in the fields of complex litigation, antitrust, consumer protection, defective products, environmental law, employment law, securities, and whistleblower cases, among many other practice areas. For over 55 years, Berger Montague has played leading roles in precedent-setting cases and has recovered over $50 billion for its clients and the classes they have represented. Berger Montague is headquartered in Philadelphia and has offices in Chicago; Malvern, PA; Minneapolis; San Diego; San Francisco; Toronto, Canada; Washington, D.C., and Wilmington, DE.

For more information or to discuss your rights, please contact:

Andrew Abramowitz
Berger Montague
(215) 875-3015
[email protected] 

Caitlin Adorni
Berger Montague
(267)764-4865
[email protected]

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Moneta Money Bank vykázala za první letošní pololetí čistý zisk 3,3 miliardy korun, což je meziročně o 8,1 procenta více. Výsledky podpořily především vyšší provozní výnosy, zatímco provozní náklady zůstaly prakticky beze změny. Banka zároveň potvrdila celoroční výhled a nově očekává, že původně stanovený cíl překoná.

Provozní výnosy skupiny vzrostly meziročně o 6,5 procenta na 7,2 miliardy korun. Čistý úrokový výnos se zvýšil o 8,5 procenta na 5,2 miliardy korun díky růstu objemu nově poskytnutých úvěrů a úpravě sazeb v hypotečním portfoliu. Čistá úroková marže za první pololetí dosáhla dvou procent.

Pozitivní vývoj zaznamenaly také poplatky a provize z investičních produktů, kde čistý výnos stoupl o 6,2 procenta na 1,8 miliardy korun. Výnosy z jejich distribuce vzrostly o třetinu na 544 milionů korun. Výnosy z distribuce pojištění dosáhly 598 milionů korun.
Celkové provozní náklady zůstaly na úrovni 2,9 miliardy korun. Vyšší personální náklady, které vzrostly o 8,8 procenta na 1,3 miliardy korun, kompenzovaly nižší odpisy a pokles správních nákladů. Regulované poplatky meziročně vzrostly o 8,7 procenta na 212 milionů korun.

Náklady na riziko dosáhly 414 milionů korun, což odpovídá 28 bazickým bodům průměrného čistého úvěrového portfolia. Banka uvedla, že meziroční růst ovlivnilo především selhání jednoho komerčního klienta. Podíl úvěrů v selhání se však dále snížil na 0,9 procenta. Prodeje problémových pohledávek v nominální hodnotě 716 milionů korun zároveň přinesly mimořádný výnos 58,5 milionu korun.

Výrazně rostla úvěrová aktivita. Moneta poskytla nové úvěry v celkovém objemu 51,7 miliardy korun, což je o 43,9 procenta více než před rokem. Nově poskytnuté hypotéky zaznamenaly růst o 61,8 procenta na 14,6 miliardy korun, zatímco objem spotřebitelských a ostatních retailových úvěrů se zvýšil o 23,3 procenta na 15,3 miliardy korun. V případě malých a středních podniků se objem nových úvěrů zvýšil o 58,2 procenta na 16,6 miliardy korun.

Celkové úvěrové portfolio banky meziročně vzrostlo o 9,1 procenta na 310 miliard korun. Rychleji rostl komerční segment, jehož objem se zvýšil o 18,5 procenta na 116 miliard korun. Retailové úvěry vzrostly o 4,2 procenta na 193 miliard korun.

Silnou dynamiku si nadále udržuje oblast investic. Klienti banky investovali během prvního pololetí do podílových fondů 10,9 miliardy korun a celkový objem prostředků ve fondech ke konci června dosáhl 88,7 miliardy korun, meziročně o 31,5 procenta více.

Banka současně v červnu vydala nástroj dodatečného kapitálu Tier 1 (AT1) v objemu 150 milionů eur. Emise byla podle banky trojnásobně přeupsána a agentura Moody's jí přidělila rating Ba1. Získané prostředky mají podpořit další růst úvěrového portfolia.

Představenstvo zároveň potvrdilo střednědobý výhled pro období 2026 až 2030. Pro letošek Moneta nadále míří k čistému zisku 6,6 miliardy korun, nově ale očekává, že tento cíl překoná přibližně o 200 milionů korun. K lepšímu výsledku mají přispět především vyšší úrokové výnosy z rychlejšího růstu úvěrového portfolia a nižší než plánované provozní náklady.

We’re heading into the final sessions of the week, and gold continues to hint at a bullish reversal. Admittedly, it also sits close to confirming its next leg lower, leaving a fine line between bullish and bearish scenarios around the 4,000 level—a key area the gold trading community is likely watching.

For a broader perspective, I recently published a couple of StoneX articles examining gold's seasonality in Q3 and market positioning. In a nutshell, seasonality tends to turn more supportive in July before strengthening further in August, delivering a higher historical win rate and stronger average returns.

With gold already down around 30% from its peak to the recent low, the potential for a technical recovery appears reasonable. That is especially true given how unpopular this view has proven on social media whenever I have raised it. As a contrarian, I see that as an encouraging signal rather than a reason for caution.

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US Dollar Rally Builds Momentum, Crude Oil Holds the Key Australian Dollar Jumps as Employment Data Backs RBA Hawkish Bias Japanese Yen Outlook: USD/JPY Breaks Out in Style, GBP/JPY and CAD/JPY in Focus Nasdaq Could Look to KOSPI for Directional Clues Beyond Earnings Gold Futures (GC) Technical Analysis The downtrend on the weekly chart hardly needs pointing out, given gold has fallen by nearly a third this year. Yet for the past four weeks, bears have repeatedly failed to push prices sustainably below 4,000. Weekly trading volumes have also been declining, which is not what we'd typically expect during a grizzly bear market. Meanwhile, the gradual reduction in long futures positions suggests the decline may be a longer-term correction rather than the start of a multi-year top.

A bullish hammer formed three weeks ago, and prices have yet to retest its low. Heading into the final sessions of the week, price action is also shaping a potential inverted hammer around the 4,000 level. Until we see a decisive break or daily close beneath the recent swing lows, I remain on guard for a meaningful bounce.

Crude Oil and the US Dollar Remain the Biggest Risks to Gold Bulls The fly in the ointment is, of course, the stronger US dollar. However, if tensions in the Middle East begin to ease, it could pave the way for a pullback in the US dollar and provide gold with the catalyst for a rebound. That said, I still favour further gains in the US Dollar Index towards 102. If that scenario plays out, gold could first retest its recent swing lows before the anticipated bullish reversal unfolds

The October low around 3900, 100-week EMA (3776.4) and the September VPOC (3680.6) are the next major support levels should gold prices full break down. But if prices can hold above recent swing lows, resistance sits around 4200 and 4300.

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Eyes on 4,000 as We Head into the Weekend Sentiment is clearly against gold in the near term, after it fell more than 1% on Thursday for its worst daily performance in eight sessions. But the major support level around 4,000 is difficult to ignore. I suspect many traders will feel the same way, which could be compounded by portfolio managers looking to hedge with gold ahead of the weekend.

The risk of a gap higher in oil prices is genuine this weekend, which could of course weigh on sentiment on Monday. But if portfolio managers do use gold as a hedge, it may hold above recent lows to some degree—or at least attempt to.

From a purely technical perspective, dips towards 4,000 could prompt at least a minor rebound. However, for any bounce to have real legs, weaker crude oil prices and a softer US dollar are likely to be required.

Source: COMEX, TradingView

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NEW YORK, July 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP highlights the contrast between Badger Meter, Inc.'s (NYSE: BMI) promises to shareholders and the results that ultimately materialized. Find out if you can recover your Badger Meter investment losses or contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. at [email protected] or (212) 363-7500.

BMI shares collapsed more than 24%, losing $36.75 per share on April 17, 2026, after the company disclosed total sales fell 9% year-over-year and utility water revenue dropped 10%. The lead plaintiff deadline is August 3, 2026.

The Promise

Throughout 2024 and into early 2025, Badger Meter's leadership painted a picture of durable, accelerating growth for investors. The company projected "high single-digit average top line growth" supported by what it described as "ongoing favorable industry fundamentals" and "secular growth drivers." Management characterized demand as "robust" and told the market its order book and opportunity pipeline "continue to support" the growth outlook. On the 1Q 2025 earnings call, the company went further, directly rejecting the possibility that customers were pulling orders forward, asserting that 75% of revenue went to end users who "really, in many ways, cannot pull forward."

The Reality

The company's actual trajectory told a different story:

Promised: "High single-digit average top line growth" sustained by secular demandDelivered: Total sales declined 9% year-over-year in 1Q 2026Promised: Utility water revenue driven by "robust adoption rates" and "solid demand"Delivered: Utility water sales fell 10% year-over-year in 1Q 2026Promised: Operating margins expanding on "strong operating execution"Delivered: Operating margin contracted from 22.2% to 17.4% in one yearPromised: EPS growth trajectory; 1Q 2025 delivered $1.30 diluted EPSDelivered: Diluted EPS fell to $0.93 in 1Q 2026, a 28% declinePromised: No evidence of customer order pull-forward; "pretty normal order environment"Delivered: Management acknowledged $15 million to $20 million of revenue shortfall from "softer short-cycle municipal customer ordering" What the Lawsuit Contends About the Gap

The securities action alleges that Badger Meter's "record" results during the Class Period were not the product of genuine demand growth but were instead inflated by pulling forward customer orders, which depleted revenue from future periods. When backlog cushions thinned and short-cycle ordering weakened, the complaint asserts, the company could no longer mask the underlying deterioration. Management itself eventually conceded that the demand "variability" seen in 1Q 2026 "has always existed" during 2023-2025 but was "less visible" due to backlog levels and projects in flight.

"Companies that make specific promises to investors about future performance have an obligation to disclose known risks to those projections. The contrast between what Badger Meter communicated about its growth trajectory and what ultimately occurred raises serious questions for shareholders." — Joseph E. Levi, Esq.

Speak with an attorney about recovering your BMI losses or call (212) 363-7500.

LEAD PLAINTIFF DEADLINE: August 3, 2026

About Levi & Korsinsky, LLP

Levi & Korsinsky, LLP is a nationally recognized shareholder rights firm. Over the past 20 years, the firm has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders. Ranked in ISS Top 50 for seven consecutive years.

Frequently Asked Questions About the BMI Lawsuit

Q: What specific misstatements does the BMI lawsuit allege? A: The complaint alleges Badger Meter made materially false or misleading statements regarding the sustainability of its revenue growth, the strength of customer demand, and the absence of order pull-forward practices during the class period from April 18, 2024 through April 16, 2026. When the true state of demand was revealed, the stock price declined sharply.

Q: How much did BMI stock drop? A: Shares fell more than 24%, a decline of $36.75 per share, on April 17, 2026, after the company disclosed that total sales were 9% lower year-over-year and that short-cycle order rates were "weaker than anticipated." Across three corrective disclosures, BMI lost over $95 per share.

Q: What do BMI investors need to do right now? A: Gather brokerage records including purchase dates, share quantities, and prices paid. Contact Levi & Korsinsky for a free, no-obligation evaluation at [email protected] or (212) 363-7500. No immediate action is required to remain eligible as a class member.

Q: What if I already sold my BMI shares — can I still recover losses? A: Yes. Eligibility is based on when you purchased, not whether you still hold them. Investors who bought during the class period and sold at a loss may still participate.

Q: Do I need to go to court or give testimony? A: No. The overwhelming majority of class members never appear in court or give depositions. You submit a claim form to receive your portion of recovery.

Q: What does it cost me to participate? A: Nothing. Securities class actions are handled on a pure contingency basis. No upfront fees, no retainer, no out-of-pocket costs.

Q: Can I join a different law firm's lawsuit instead? A: Multiple firms often file competing complaints. The court consolidates and appoints a single lead counsel. Contacting Levi & Korsinsky before August 3, 2026 ensures your losses are considered.

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Joseph E. Levi, Esq.

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SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research from Twilio (NYSE: TWLO), the infrastructure for customer engagement in the AI era, shows a stark perception gap in the public sector: while 88% of government organizations rate their citizen engagement as good or excellent, only 44% of citizens agree. The Connected Government Report (2026) shows that while public sector agencies are confident in their digital services, citizens report fewer tangible benefits from digital interactions than in previous yea.

The short‑term Elliott Wave outlook in Gold (XAUUSD) indicates that the rally to $4204 marked the completion of wave ((B)), after which the metal turned lower in wave ((C)). The internal subdivision of wave ((C)) is unfolding as a five‑wave structure. Within this sequence, wave (1) ended at $3983.2. The subsequent rally in wave (2) developed as an expanded flat formation. From the wave (1) low, wave A advanced to $4103.7, followed by a pullback in wave B that reached $3959.3. The final leg, wave C, extended higher to $4166.07, completing wave (2) at a higher degree.

From this point, the metal resumed its decline in wave (3). Down from wave (2), wave ((i)) ended at $4099.03, while the corrective rally in wave ((ii)) concluded at $4141.05. The expectation is for Gold to extend two additional lows to complete wave ((v)) of 1. Once this sequence finishes, the market should rally in wave 2 to correct the decline from the July 22 high of wave (2). This corrective phase will precede the next bearish leg.

Gold (XAU/USD) 60-minute Elliott Wave chart

In the near term, the pivot at $4204.6 remains decisive. As long as this level holds, rallies are expected to fail within three or seven swings, reinforcing the downside bias. The structure highlights continued weakness and suggests further bearish potential in the short horizon.

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Gold prices fell in Philippines on Friday, according to data compiled by FXStreet.

The price for Gold stood at 8,011.38 Philippine Pesos (PHP) per gram, down compared with the PHP 8,053.62 it cost on Thursday.

The price for Gold decreased to PHP 93,443.10 per tola from PHP 93,935.79 per tola a day earlier.

Unit measure

Gold Price in PHP

1 Gram

8,011.38

10 Grams

80,112.95

Tola

93,443.10

Troy Ounce

249,181.80

FXStreet calculates Gold prices in Philippines by adapting international prices (USD/PHP) to the local currency and measurement units. Prices are updated daily based on the market rates taken at the time of publication. Prices are just for reference and local rates could diverge slightly.

Gold FAQs Gold has played a key role in human’s history as it has been widely used as a store of value and medium of exchange. Currently, apart from its shine and usage for jewelry, the precious metal is widely seen as a safe-haven asset, meaning that it is considered a good investment during turbulent times. Gold is also widely seen as a hedge against inflation and against depreciating currencies as it doesn’t rely on any specific issuer or government.

Central banks are the biggest Gold holders. In their aim to support their currencies in turbulent times, central banks tend to diversify their reserves and buy Gold to improve the perceived strength of the economy and the currency. High Gold reserves can be a source of trust for a country’s solvency. Central banks added 1,136 tonnes of Gold worth around $70 billion to their reserves in 2022, according to data from the World Gold Council. This is the highest yearly purchase since records began. Central banks from emerging economies such as China, India and Turkey are quickly increasing their Gold reserves.

Gold has an inverse correlation with the US Dollar and US Treasuries, which are both major reserve and safe-haven assets. When the Dollar depreciates, Gold tends to rise, enabling investors and central banks to diversify their assets in turbulent times. Gold is also inversely correlated with risk assets. A rally in the stock market tends to weaken Gold price, while sell-offs in riskier markets tend to favor the precious metal.

The price can move due to a wide range of factors. Geopolitical instability or fears of a deep recession can quickly make Gold price escalate due to its safe-haven status. As a yield-less asset, Gold tends to rise with lower interest rates, while higher cost of money usually weighs down on the yellow metal. Still, most moves depend on how the US Dollar (USD) behaves as the asset is priced in dollars (XAU/USD). A strong Dollar tends to keep the price of Gold controlled, whereas a weaker Dollar is likely to push Gold prices up.

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DURHAM, N.C., July 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Immunovant, Inc. (Nasdaq: IMVT) today announced that it will report its financial results for the first quarter ended June 30, 2026 on Thursday, August 6, 2026 before the market opens.

Gold prices fell in United Arab Emirates on Friday, according to data compiled by FXStreet.

The price for Gold stood at 475.75 United Arab Emirates Dirhams (AED) per gram, down compared with the AED 478.15 it cost on Thursday.

The price for Gold decreased to AED 5,549.10 per tola from AED 5,577.09 per tola a day earlier.

Unit measure

Gold Price in AED

1 Gram

475.75

10 Grams

4,757.54

Tola

5,549.10

Troy Ounce

14,797.62

FXStreet calculates Gold prices in United Arab Emirates by adapting international prices (USD/AED) to the local currency and measurement units. Prices are updated daily based on the market rates taken at the time of publication. Prices are just for reference and local rates could diverge slightly.

Gold FAQs Gold has played a key role in human’s history as it has been widely used as a store of value and medium of exchange. Currently, apart from its shine and usage for jewelry, the precious metal is widely seen as a safe-haven asset, meaning that it is considered a good investment during turbulent times. Gold is also widely seen as a hedge against inflation and against depreciating currencies as it doesn’t rely on any specific issuer or government.

Central banks are the biggest Gold holders. In their aim to support their currencies in turbulent times, central banks tend to diversify their reserves and buy Gold to improve the perceived strength of the economy and the currency. High Gold reserves can be a source of trust for a country’s solvency. Central banks added 1,136 tonnes of Gold worth around $70 billion to their reserves in 2022, according to data from the World Gold Council. This is the highest yearly purchase since records began. Central banks from emerging economies such as China, India and Turkey are quickly increasing their Gold reserves.

Gold has an inverse correlation with the US Dollar and US Treasuries, which are both major reserve and safe-haven assets. When the Dollar depreciates, Gold tends to rise, enabling investors and central banks to diversify their assets in turbulent times. Gold is also inversely correlated with risk assets. A rally in the stock market tends to weaken Gold price, while sell-offs in riskier markets tend to favor the precious metal.

The price can move due to a wide range of factors. Geopolitical instability or fears of a deep recession can quickly make Gold price escalate due to its safe-haven status. As a yield-less asset, Gold tends to rise with lower interest rates, while higher cost of money usually weighs down on the yellow metal. Still, most moves depend on how the US Dollar (USD) behaves as the asset is priced in dollars (XAU/USD). A strong Dollar tends to keep the price of Gold controlled, whereas a weaker Dollar is likely to push Gold prices up.

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Gate founder and CEO Dr. Han has backed a human-led approach to crypto trading as millions of digital assets and tens of thousands of decentralized applications make Web3 increasingly difficult for users to navigate.

Summary

Gate CEO Dr. Han says AI will support traders without replacing human judgment. Gate is integrating AI tools to simplify trading and lower Web3 entry barriers. U.S. scrutiny of Chinese AI models could complicate the technology’s global adoption. In the latest episode of the Gatecast podcast, Dr. Han argued that artificial intelligence could help traders gather information, study market signals, and make decisions without removing the need for human judgment.

According to the Gate CEO, the combination of AI tools and human intelligence could offer a more effective model for trading than relying entirely on automated systems. AI can process large volumes of market information quickly, he noted, but traders must still assess that information before acting.

“AI + human intelligence” will become a more effective approach in the future, Dr. Han said.

His comments place AI in an assistant role at a time when exchanges and traders are using automated tools to scan prices, track market activity and filter information. Rather than presenting the technology as a replacement for users, Dr. Han described it as a way to reduce the effort required to find and understand crypto products.

Gatecast’s discussion also covered the difficulty of entering Web3 when users must choose among millions of tokens and tens of thousands of DApps. Dr. Han identified those choices, along with the learning required to use decentralized products, as barriers that keep potential users outside the sector.

Under his assessment, AI could become a gateway between users and the Web3 ecosystem by helping them locate relevant services and understand how those products work. Intelligent interfaces could also reduce the time users spend researching separate protocols, assets and trading tools, according to Dr. Han.

AI tools will support trader decisions Gate is already developing several products under what the exchange calls its Intelligent Web3 strategy. Dr. Han identified Gate AI, GateClaw and Gate for AI Agent as parts of a product system designed to integrate artificial intelligence into the company’s trading ecosystem.

Through these services, Gate is using AI to simplify product interactions and reduce the amount of knowledge required before users can begin exploring Web3, according to the CEO. Dr. Han added that the exchange plans to continue developing intelligent products that make decentralized services easier to access.

His position differs from predictions that increasingly capable models could eventually remove people from financial decision-making. While Dr. Han credited AI with improving research and signal analysis, he maintained that the technology cannot fully reproduce the judgment traders apply when interpreting market conditions.

Earlier this week, Binance founder Changpeng Zhao also separated AI’s economic role from that of Bitcoin. In an X post, CZ argued that artificial intelligence can raise productivity, improve business efficiency and support technological development, while Bitcoin offers a scarce asset that cannot be expanded beyond its 21 million-coin limit.

The comparison followed JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon’s forecast that the AI investment cycle could attract $725 billion this year. According to CZ, companies developing AI products can issue more shares or raise capital to finance expansion, potentially diluting existing investors, whereas no company or government can increase Bitcoin’s programmed supply.

CZ also rejected the idea that rapid progress in artificial intelligence gives investors the same protection that Bitcoin may offer when fiat currencies lose purchasing power. His comments focused on the difference between investing in productivity-driven businesses and holding an asset designed around fixed supply.

Political pressure could complicate AI adoption Dr. Han’s case for AI-assisted Web3 access comes as Washington considers how foreign models should operate in the U.S. market. As previously reported by crypto.news, parts of the Trump administration have discussed de facto restrictions on Chinese open-source models after Moonshot AI’s 2.8-trillion-parameter Kimi K3 topped a major coding leaderboard.

Axios reported that American companies have shown interest in Chinese systems because they can provide capable performance at lower prices. Open-weight models also allow businesses to download trained parameters, operate models on private servers and modify them without depending on the original developer’s platform.

People involved in the U.S. policy debate have previously considered placing Chinese AI laboratories on the Commerce Department’s Entity List, according to the crypto.news report. Such a designation could restrict access to American technology without government licenses, although earlier proposals were paused amid concerns that the restrictions could slow AI development in the United States.

Political scrutiny increased on July 22 when Michael Kratsios, director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, accused Moonshot AI of using Anthropic technology to develop Kimi K3. In an X post, Kratsios claimed that information obtained by the U.S. government linked K3’s development to Anthropic’s Fable model.

Kratsios alleged that Moonshot created an internal platform capable of extracting knowledge from American models through large-scale distillation. He also claimed that the platform could change its access methods quickly, making the alleged activity harder for U.S. developers to identify.

However, the White House official did not release technical records or other evidence supporting the allegations. Moonshot AI had not publicly responded at the time of the report, while the White House had not provided material that independent researchers could use to determine whether K3 incorporated Anthropic’s proprietary technology.

Despite those policy disputes, Dr. Han expects AI to play a growing role in how users discover and operate crypto products. Gate’s strategy keeps traders responsible for the final decision while assigning AI the task of organizing information, identifying signals, and lowering the technical barriers surrounding Web3.

Gold prices fell in Pakistan on Friday, according to data compiled by FXStreet.

The price for Gold stood at 35,996.38 Pakistani Rupees (PKR) per gram, down compared with the PKR 36,175.62 it cost on Thursday.

The price for Gold decreased to PKR 419,854.70 per tola from PKR 421,945.30 per tola a day earlier.

Unit measure

Gold Price in PKR

1 Gram

35,996.38

10 Grams

359,963.30

Tola

419,854.70

Troy Ounce

1,119,613.00

FXStreet calculates Gold prices in Pakistan by adapting international prices (USD/PKR) to the local currency and measurement units. Prices are updated daily based on the market rates taken at the time of publication. Prices are just for reference and local rates could diverge slightly.

Gold FAQs Gold has played a key role in human’s history as it has been widely used as a store of value and medium of exchange. Currently, apart from its shine and usage for jewelry, the precious metal is widely seen as a safe-haven asset, meaning that it is considered a good investment during turbulent times. Gold is also widely seen as a hedge against inflation and against depreciating currencies as it doesn’t rely on any specific issuer or government.

Central banks are the biggest Gold holders. In their aim to support their currencies in turbulent times, central banks tend to diversify their reserves and buy Gold to improve the perceived strength of the economy and the currency. High Gold reserves can be a source of trust for a country’s solvency. Central banks added 1,136 tonnes of Gold worth around $70 billion to their reserves in 2022, according to data from the World Gold Council. This is the highest yearly purchase since records began. Central banks from emerging economies such as China, India and Turkey are quickly increasing their Gold reserves.

Gold has an inverse correlation with the US Dollar and US Treasuries, which are both major reserve and safe-haven assets. When the Dollar depreciates, Gold tends to rise, enabling investors and central banks to diversify their assets in turbulent times. Gold is also inversely correlated with risk assets. A rally in the stock market tends to weaken Gold price, while sell-offs in riskier markets tend to favor the precious metal.

The price can move due to a wide range of factors. Geopolitical instability or fears of a deep recession can quickly make Gold price escalate due to its safe-haven status. As a yield-less asset, Gold tends to rise with lower interest rates, while higher cost of money usually weighs down on the yellow metal. Still, most moves depend on how the US Dollar (USD) behaves as the asset is priced in dollars (XAU/USD). A strong Dollar tends to keep the price of Gold controlled, whereas a weaker Dollar is likely to push Gold prices up.

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Gold prices fell in Malaysia on Friday, according to data compiled by FXStreet.

The price for Gold stood at 530.45 Malaysian Ringgits (MYR) per gram, down compared with the MYR 533.01 it cost on Thursday.

The price for Gold decreased to MYR 6,187.02 per tola from MYR 6,216.88 per tola a day earlier.

Unit measure

Gold Price in MYR

1 Gram

530.45

10 Grams

5,304.46

Tola

6,187.02

Troy Ounce

16,498.91

FXStreet calculates Gold prices in Malaysia by adapting international prices (USD/MYR) to the local currency and measurement units. Prices are updated daily based on the market rates taken at the time of publication. Prices are just for reference and local rates could diverge slightly.

Gold FAQs Gold has played a key role in human’s history as it has been widely used as a store of value and medium of exchange. Currently, apart from its shine and usage for jewelry, the precious metal is widely seen as a safe-haven asset, meaning that it is considered a good investment during turbulent times. Gold is also widely seen as a hedge against inflation and against depreciating currencies as it doesn’t rely on any specific issuer or government.

Central banks are the biggest Gold holders. In their aim to support their currencies in turbulent times, central banks tend to diversify their reserves and buy Gold to improve the perceived strength of the economy and the currency. High Gold reserves can be a source of trust for a country’s solvency. Central banks added 1,136 tonnes of Gold worth around $70 billion to their reserves in 2022, according to data from the World Gold Council. This is the highest yearly purchase since records began. Central banks from emerging economies such as China, India and Turkey are quickly increasing their Gold reserves.

Gold has an inverse correlation with the US Dollar and US Treasuries, which are both major reserve and safe-haven assets. When the Dollar depreciates, Gold tends to rise, enabling investors and central banks to diversify their assets in turbulent times. Gold is also inversely correlated with risk assets. A rally in the stock market tends to weaken Gold price, while sell-offs in riskier markets tend to favor the precious metal.

The price can move due to a wide range of factors. Geopolitical instability or fears of a deep recession can quickly make Gold price escalate due to its safe-haven status. As a yield-less asset, Gold tends to rise with lower interest rates, while higher cost of money usually weighs down on the yellow metal. Still, most moves depend on how the US Dollar (USD) behaves as the asset is priced in dollars (XAU/USD). A strong Dollar tends to keep the price of Gold controlled, whereas a weaker Dollar is likely to push Gold prices up.

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British Pound rebounds above 1.3300 ahead of UK Retail Sales dataThe GBP/USD pair recovers some lost ground to near 1.3325, snapping the five-day losing streak during the Asian trading hours on Friday. However, the potential upside might be limited amid heightened military tensions in the Middle East. Traders brace for the release of the UK Retail Sales data, which will be published later on Friday.

Renewed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East could underpin the US Dollar (USD) as a safe-haven currency. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said it launched its 13th consecutive night against Iranian targets. US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that the US would hold Iran responsible for the Houthis’ actions and warned Iran and its Houthi allies would both soon receive a “major military punishment,” per the Guardian. Read more...

British Pound Sterling slides for a sixth session on a Dollar story Britain had no part inSterling's sixth consecutive losing session arrives without a single domestic headline behind it, and that absence is the more useful fact about Thursday than the 0.45% loss itself. GBP/USD trades near 1.3300 after setting a high just short of 1.3400 in the small hours and grinding lower through everything that followed.

The move belongs entirely to the Dollar, which is being bought for reasons that have nothing to do with Britain. A currency does not lose six sessions running on coincidence, but it can lose them without ever being the subject of the story. Read more...

GBP/USD Price Forecast: Struggles to return above 20-day EMAThe British Pound (GBP) trades marginally higher to near 1.3387 against the US Dollar (USD) during the European trading session on Thursday. The GBP/USD pair edges higher as the US Dollar drops despite surging oil prices in the wake of escalating Middle East energy supply risks.

At press time, the US Dollar Index (DXY), which gauges the Greenback’s value against six major currencies, trades 0.15% lower to near 101.00. Read more...

New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - July 23, 2026) - WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of Futu Holdings Limited (NASDAQ: FUTU) between May 24, 2023 and May 27, 2026, inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important August 25, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.

SO WHAT: If you purchased Futu securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Futu class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/futu-holdings-limited/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than August 25, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered billions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, throughout the Class Period, defendants made materially false and misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Futu was not in compliance with the requirements of the China Securities Regulatory Commission (the "CSRC"), including because Futu continued to conduct securities business, public fund sales business and futures business in mainland China without obtaining the requisite licenses or approval; (2) as a result, Futu was reasonably likely to face regulatory penalties, including the disgorgement of ill-gotten gains and other penalties; (3) as a result of the foregoing, Futu's financial results were overstated; and (4) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about Futu's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

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Shares of Tesla (TSLA -14.38%) plunged on Thursday after the Elon Musk-led tech titan reported earnings that fell short of investors' expectations.

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Heavy spending weighed on Tesla's profit margins Tesla's revenue rose 26% year over year to $28.2 billion in the second quarter. The gains were fueled by a 23% jump in automotive sales to $20.5 billion, a 13% rise in energy generation and storage revenue to $3.1 billion, and a 50% surge in services and other revenue to $4.6 billion.

But sales weren't the issue. Soaring costs and declining margins were.

The electric vehicle (EV) maker's operating margin fell to 1.4% from 4.1% in the prior-year quarter, driven by a 47% surge in operating expenses.

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All told, Tesla's adjusted net income declined 17% to $1.2 billion, or $0.33 per share. That was well below Wall Street's estimates, which had called for per-share profits of $0.54, according to Yahoo! Finance.

Worse still, Tesla's free cash flow turned negative as its capital expenditures outpaced its operating cash flow.

Project delays are getting tiresome Investors would likely have more patience if they were confident that this spending would produce strong returns. But as Musk ramps up Tesla's capital expenditures -- to more than $25 billion in 2026 alone -- he's failing to meet previously communicated timelines for key projects such as the company's Robotaxi service and Optimus robots.

Shareholders are growing increasingly frustrated. And many investors decided to sell their shares today.

Joe Tenebruso has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Tesla. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

Alphabet (GOOG -6.88%)(GOOGL -7.12%) gave investors plenty to debate in its second-quarter report this week, from 24% revenue growth to another big increase in its capital spending plans. But I'd argue the most remarkable number sat in the company's quarterly filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Alphabet's stake in rocket maker SpaceX (SPCX +2.58%) was worth about $94 billion as of June 30.

Zoom out, and the history behind that figure is extraordinary. In January 2015, Google and investment firm Fidelity together put $1 billion into SpaceX for a combined stake of just under 10%. SpaceX now carries a $1.5 trillion market value -- about 150 times what the entire company was worth in that funding round.

But Alphabet can't spend a dollar of its windfall yet. The filing shows the whole position is restricted from sale. About $80 billion of the stake sits under short-term restrictions (the standard lockup period that follows an initial public offering), and the remaining $14.1 billion is locked up through the third quarter of 2027.

Here's a closer look at what the stake means for shareholders on both sides of it.

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A windfall on paper The stake did wonders for Alphabet's reported profit. Second-quarter net income rose 298% year over year to $112.1 billion, and earnings per share climbed 294% to $9.11.

The driver wasn't advertising or cloud computing. It was a $99.0 billion gain on equity securities, which the company said primarily reflected unrealized gains from SpaceX and a private company (reported to be artificial intelligence (AI) developer Anthropic).

Unrealized is the key word. Alphabet didn't collect $99 billion in cash. It marked up shares it isn't currently allowed to sell.

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That distinction helps explain why investors mostly shrugged at the windfall and focused on spending instead. Alongside the report, Alphabet raised its capital spending guidance for 2026 to $195 billion to $205 billion, from the $180 billion to $190 billion range it set in April. Free cash flow swung to negative $5.9 billion for the quarter, down from a positive $10.1 billion in the first quarter. Also worth noting: the company raised $49.6 billion in June by selling new stock, all while sitting on $94 billion of SpaceX shares it can't touch. After all, locked-up paper gains don't fund data centers.

Shares of Alphabet were down about 7% Thursday afternoon as of this writing.

Of course, the stake still matters. It amounts to about 2.4% of Alphabet's roughly $3.9 trillion market capitalization -- a nice bonus for shareholders, but not the reason to own the stock.

The other side of the trade For SpaceX shareholders, the disclosure sends two messages at once.

The first is a vote of confidence. Alphabet has held on for more than a decade, and it still owns an effective stake of about 4.9% of the company, down from about 6% before recent dilution. An investor of Alphabet's caliber keeping a position this large is arguably part of the bull case.

The second message is about supply. SpaceX stock has had a rough public debut. Shares went public at $135 in June, peaked at $225.64, and trade at about $116 as of this writing -- a decline of nearly 49% from the high.

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And the restrictions on Alphabet's stake begin easing after SpaceX delivers its first earnings report, scheduled for Aug. 4. Alphabet hasn't said anything about selling. But an outside holder with $94 billion of stock and a spending plan of its own approaching $200 billion at least has reasons to consider it once it's allowed.

Also, SpaceX shares have fallen since June 30, so the stake is already worth less than the filing's mark. Paper gains move in both directions.

So what should investors do with the news? For Alphabet shareholders, I'd treat the SpaceX windfall as exactly that -- a windfall. The investment case still rests on the operating business (where revenue grew 24% year over year last quarter and Google Cloud is accelerating) and on whether the company's enormous AI spending pays off.

For anyone eyeing SpaceX stock, though, the filing is worth remembering. The company is still losing money, its market value sits near $1.5 trillion, and one outside holder alone is sitting on $94 billion of stock it will soon be free to sell. Between the two stocks, I'd rather own the shareholder than the rocket maker.

Norsk Hydro is transforming into a vertically integrated, low-carbon aluminum leader with strong renewable power and recycling assets. Q2 2026 results highlight Hydro's integrated model: NOK 56.49B revenue (+6%), NOK 8.92B adjusted EBITDA (+15%), and NOK 4B free cash flow. Hydro benefits from European aluminum scarcity, regional premiums, and long-term power contracts while maintaining disciplined capacity deployment.

Netflix (NFLX +0.53%) is struggling to change investor sentiment, which turned negative last year.

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Dover Corporation is rated a Buy after a strong Q2, despite a minor revenue miss and share price drop. Gross and operating margins expanded, with LTM bookings accelerating to 15% YoY and diversified end-market exposure—especially in data centers and AI-related segments. Capital allocation in the Climate & Sustainability segment raises questions, but overall ROE and margin improvements support the bullish thesis.

The AUD/JPY cross trades in positive territory around 114.25 during the early European trading hours on Friday. The Australian Dollar (AUD) strengthens against the Japanese Yen (JPY) on a strong Australian employment report for June. 

Australia’s Unemployment Rate stayed at 4.4% in June, according to the official data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) on Thursday. The figure came in line with the market consensus. Meanwhile, the Employment Change came in at 76.3K in June from a rise of 44K in May (revised from 40.3K), better than the forecast of a 15K increase.

Nonetheless, fears of currency intervention from Japanese authorities could lift the JPY and cap the upside for the cross. Japan’s Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said on Friday that officials are ready to act appropriately on currency shifts whenever necessary. Katayama added that the authorities are prepared to take decisive steps on the foreign exchange.  

Technical Analysis:In the daily chart, AUD/JPY retains a bullish bias as price holds firmly above the 100-day simple moving average (SMA) and the Bollinger Bands’ 20-day SMA, keeping the broader uptrend intact. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) at 63 suggests firm positive momentum, edging toward overbought territory and hinting that upside progress could slow as buyers confront nearby resistance.

On the topside, immediate resistance is aligned with the Bollinger upper band around 114.70. A decisive break above the latter would open the way to the June 2 high of 114.92. 

On the downside, initial support is seen at the June 16 high of 113.55. The next contention level is located at the Bollinger middle band at 112.95, followed closely by the 100-day SMA at 112.85; a sustained move below these levels would signal a deeper correction toward the lower Bollinger band around 111.22.

(The technical analysis of this story was written with the help of an AI tool. Know more.)

Audjpy faces seasonal headwinds into late summerAccording to TD Securities, seasonal patterns argue for caution on AUD/JPY over the coming months. The bank highlights that the cross has "historically experienced bearish seasonality in July and August," noting that in particular, "the pair was down in August 71% of the time over the past 20 years for an average loss of -1.5%." TD Securities suggests this track record reinforces the case for a more defensive stance as the market moves deeper into the late-summer period.

Japanese Yen FAQs The Japanese Yen (JPY) is one of the world’s most traded currencies. Its value is broadly determined by the performance of the Japanese economy, but more specifically by the Bank of Japan’s policy, the differential between Japanese and US bond yields, or risk sentiment among traders, among other factors.

One of the Bank of Japan’s mandates is currency control, so its moves are key for the Yen. The BoJ has directly intervened in currency markets sometimes, generally to lower the value of the Yen, although it refrains from doing it often due to political concerns of its main trading partners. The BoJ ultra-loose monetary policy between 2013 and 2024 caused the Yen to depreciate against its main currency peers due to an increasing policy divergence between the Bank of Japan and other main central banks. More recently, the gradually unwinding of this ultra-loose policy has given some support to the Yen.

Over the last decade, the BoJ’s stance of sticking to ultra-loose monetary policy has led to a widening policy divergence with other central banks, particularly with the US Federal Reserve. This supported a widening of the differential between the 10-year US and Japanese bonds, which favored the US Dollar against the Japanese Yen. The BoJ decision in 2024 to gradually abandon the ultra-loose policy, coupled with interest-rate cuts in other major central banks, is narrowing this differential.

The Japanese Yen is often seen as a safe-haven investment. This means that in times of market stress, investors are more likely to put their money in the Japanese currency due to its supposed reliability and stability. Turbulent times are likely to strengthen the Yen’s value against other currencies seen as more risky to invest in.

On July 23, 2026, RH (RH) shares fell 5.2% to a current price of $166.08. The stock has seen significant volatility over the past year, with a 52-week range bet