Indian Unicorn Tracker: Funding, Investors, Revenue And More
The year 2026 began on a strong note for India’s startup ecosystem, with Juspay becoming the first unicorn of the…
Finance & Markets · August 2026
Census 2027: PM Modi tells youth why their ‘1-2 hours’ matter, how they can help family, ensure accurate data records
Independence Day 2027: Appealing to the youth of the nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi explained why recording accurate data as part of this census is significant.
Firms transshipping through S’pore must declare the true country of origin of goods: MTI
This comes after a White House report naming Singapore as part of China's 'shadow transshipment network'.
- Singapore MTI stresses accurate origin declaration for transshipping goods.
- US warns Singapore risks being used for Chinese exporters' tariff evasion.
- Singapore Customs reiterates importance of precise declarations, penalties for fraud.
Gold rises on weaker dollar as inflation data cements rate-hold bets
On Friday, gold prices moved upward, signaling a positive outlook for the week. The precious metal received a boost from a weaker dollar and stable inflation figures, reducing the likelihood of an…
- Gold prices rise 0.7% to $4,379.95 per ounce
- Weaker U.S. dollar and in-line inflation data support rate-hold bets
- Fed expected to maintain rates within 3.50%-3.75% range
Modi puts manufacturing, youth at heart of India’s 2047 growth push, unveils seven-pronged strategy
PM Modi's address marked a shift in the government’s Viksit Bharat narrative from the delivery of basic infrastructure and welfare outcomes of the past decade to a new goal centred on global competitiveness, self-reliance and structural reforms.
PM Modi says India securing critical minerals, deepening global supply partnerships
India is increasing efforts to secure critical minerals and forge partnerships. The nation is strengthening access to vital resources for technology and clean energy. A National Critical Mineral Mission has been launched with significant government funding. Four dedicated processing parks will be established across different states.
American Assets Trust executive chairman Rady acquires $3.4m in shares
- Ernest Rady buys $3.4m worth of AAT shares in August 2026
- Rady holds indirect and direct shares totaling 15,579,265 shares
- AAT shares increased 27% over six months despite earnings miss
That was then, this is now
I very much like the new Michael Khodarkovsky book The Steppe and its Empires: The Russian Empire & its Eurasian Counterparts.
Dangote Refinery Plans Retail-focused IPO, Rules Out Foreign Listing for Now
Omolabake Fashogon with agency report Dangote Petroleum Refinery’s planned October Initial Public Offering (IPO), which could become Africa’s largest, is designed to let Nigerians share in the…
SEC Orders Capital Market Operators to Freeze Assets Traced to 9 Terrorism Financiers
• Admits blockchain into its accelerated regulatory incubation programme Ndubuisi Francis in Abuja and Emma Okonji in Lagos The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has directed Capital Market…
Central Retail half-year profit up 42.5% on new stores and wider margins
Central Retail made just over 5 billion baht in core profit in the first half of 2026. That is 42.5% more than it made in the same six months last year.
Leveraged ETFs snap back as casino crowd mints US$50 billion
[NEW YORK] Three weeks ago, Wall Street’s casino crowd took a beating. AI stocks buckled, semiconductor shares tumbled and leveraged trades unravelled.
- Leveraged ETFs rebound as $50 billion in fresh capital pours in
- Retail investors show discipline, avoid emotional reactions to volatility
- Bull market gains traction from strong earnings and resilient economy
Edgewise Therapeutics CEO Kevin Koch sells $785,042 in stock
- CEO Kevin Koch sold $785,042 worth of shares on August 12, 2026
- Sale of 17,971 shares priced between $43.26 and $44.33 each
- Koch acquired equal shares through RSU vesting, netting zero change
Warner Bros. Discovery director sells $1.98m in stock
- Fazal F Merchant sold $1.98m in WBD stock on August 13, 2026
- Merchant owned 33,067 shares after divestment
- WBD stock increased 136% in the past year
Can gold recycling become India’s next circular economy success story?
As the nation looks for new ways to sustain economic growth and resilience, gold recycling may prove to be one of the most promising cases of a circular economy in the country
Forget silicon chip servers, Singapore’s newest data centre needs to be fed
Silicon isn't the only thing processing data in Singapore anymore.
- Singapore's NUS unveils data centre powered by brain cells
- Each CL1 unit houses 200,000 lab-grown neurons connected to chip
- Biological setup consumes 30 watts, traditional chips use up to 700 watts
Saptadhara to civil defence and vision for the Gen-Z: Key takeaways from PM Modi's Independence Day speech from Red Fort
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday greeted the nation on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, marking his 13th consecutive Independence Day address from the Red Fort.
Govt opens window for disclosure of foreign assets, income
The government has opened a limited window for taxpayers to disclose specified foreign assets and income. Two routes offer eligibility thresholds of ₹1 crore and ₹5 crore, with electronic declarations…
Institutional investors reveal cautious approach to tech favorites in US quarterly 13F filings
[PROVIDENCE] Institutional investors pulled back slightly from key stock market segments such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence infrastructure and mega-cap technology companies during...
- 44% of institutional investors reduced Magnificent Seven holdings
- 42% increased stakes in tech sector giants
- 14% disclosed no changes in tech sector investments
CJP Instagram account back after founder Abhijeet Dipke claims it was taken down; here's what happened
The Instagram account of Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) was briefly removed from the platform, alleged founder Abhijeet Dipke. ‘Bloody cowards’ he said on X.
Melaka MRSM Alor Gajah students sought treatment before being found at Central Market
KUALA LUMPUR: The two 16-year-old MRSM Alor Gajah students who were reported missing had sought treatment at a nearby health clinic before they were found at Central Market last night.
Arista Networks vs. International Business Machines: Which Technology Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?
Arista trades at a steep premium to IBM, but their growth trajectories and risk profiles tell very different stories for 2026 investors.
‘Ghost Market’ Plunges Pixar Into Spooky Territory
The original film inspired by Hawaiian mythology will be released in the spring of 2028 The post ‘Ghost Market’ Plunges Pixar Into Spooky Territory appeared first on TheWrap .
Jawaharlal Nehru did not hoist India’s first tricolour at Red Fort on August 15, 1947 - Here's why
Jawaharlal Nehru actually hoisted the flag at the Red Fort on August 16, 1947. Nehru then delivered his first Independence Day speech, in which he called himself the Pratham Sewak of India, according…
49ers aggressive in trade market, called on star D-lineman per report
The San Francisco 49ers are ready to take a huge swing to make a significant addition to their defensive line.
- San Francisco 49ers eyeing Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Vita Vea
- 49ers among teams inquiring about Vea's trade
- Vea's contract expires after this season, worth $17.75M annually
Chinese magnetic sensor breakthrough may help smartwatch detect submarine 500 metres deep
Picture a fisherman hauling in his nets on a calm morning at sea, when his smartwatch suddenly vibrates with an alert: “Magnetic anomaly detected – possible submarine passing 500 metres below.” Far‑fetched as it sounds, Chinese scientists have just taken a decisive step towards making that scenario real.
Containers to stay off roads as transporters remain divided
• Pakistan Transport Council ‘calls off’ wheel-jam after government accepts their eight demands • Oil tankers association also dissociates itself from strike after Ogra agrees to terms ISLAMABAD: A…
Weekly inflation rises 9.11pc
ISLAMABAD: Short-term inflation, measured by the Sensitive Price Index (SPI), rose by 9.11 per cent year-on-year for the week ending Aug 13, mainly due to rising prices of non-perishable food…
Hugh Hefner alerted FBI about Epstein; alleged rape victim, Playboy Playmate, contacted 15 years later: Report
According to new claims, Audra Lynn Christiansen, former Playboy Playmate was abused, raped and trafficked by late Jeffrey Epstein. Allegedly Hefner contacted the FBI ‘multiple times’ on her behalf.
Independence Day: 8 decades, 18 Lok Sabhas - How Indian elections have evolved since 1947
Independence Day 2026: In the last eight decades, Indian general elections have evolved from an exercise involving a few hundred million people to a gigantic logistical operation involving nearly one billion voters.
Amazon reinstates binding arbitration, bars class-action lawsuits
In emails on Friday, Amazon said the changes are effective immediately and customers agree to the terms by continuing to use the company's services. Often, companies alert customers to upcoming changes to their terms of service weeks in advance.
Singapore stocks’ record run gets ‘Goldilocks’ boost from growth
Fund managers say the rally has room to run.
- Singapore stocks surge 23% this year, reaching record highs
- "Goldilocks" economic backdrop fuels robust growth and corporate earnings
- JPMorgan raises Straits Times Index forecast to 6,500, suggesting 13% gain
PayPal in talks with Stripe and private equity firm over sale: report
In July, Stripe and private equity firm Advent International made a joint offer to buy the digital payments pioneer for $60.50 a share, which would have valued PayPal at around $53 billion, according to media reports. PayPal has struggled to compete with other payments providers including Apple Pay and Google Pay.
Oil prices rally, US data dents chances of Fed rate hike
- Oil prices surge over $88 per barrel
- US data weakens Fed rate hike hopes
- US-Iran talks stall, raising geopolitical risks
Bessent asked to justify yen intervention in letter from top Democrat
The request extends the senior Democrat's pattern of scrutinizing the Trump administration's foreign-exchange policies.
Oil climbs over US$1 on tanker attacks, no progress on peace
[HOUSTON] Crude oil futures climbed over US$1 a barrel on Friday (Aug 14) on tanker attacks and a lack of progress on...
- Oil prices surpass US$1 per barrel due to tanker attacks
- No progress on Iran peace deal with US
- Global oil shipments through Strait of Hormuz at risk
World News Today Live Updates on August 15, 2026 : Former Cambridge professor Jason Arday found dead days after stepping down amid allegations of plagiarism
World News Today Live Updates on August 15, 2026: Stay informed on global events with our in-depth world news coverage, bringing you the latest developments across politics, economy, and culture.
Former Cambridge professor Jason Arday found dead days after stepping down amid allegations of plagiarism
Jason Arday, a former Cambridge professor embroiled in plagiarism claims, was found dead in London. His family described him as a victim of sustained abuse.
Europe: Shares snap 4-week rally as higher oil prices temper strong earnings
[BENGALURU] European shares finished lower on Friday (Aug 14) and snapped a four-week winning streak, as rising crude prices and renewed geopolitical...
- European stocks end four-week rally, down 0.2% at 657.86
- Oil prices surge, geopolitical tensions rise
- Healthcare and defense sectors suffer largest drops
China’s viral latiao ‘spicy strips’ take a bite of global snack market
At a gleaming new factory in China’s central hinterland, masked workers in white uniform season and sift through mounds of latiao, a longtime popular snack that has found hungry fans overseas.
US: S&P 500 ends lower as investors weigh data, Middle East tensions
[NEW YORK] The S&P 500 closed lower on Friday (Aug 14), dipping from a record high and weighed down by Applied Materials,...
- S&P 500 closed lower on Aug 14 following weaker retail sales data
- Middle East tensions and attacks in Strait of Hormuz added market pessimism
- Reddit stock surged almost 13% as it joined S&P 500 index
Govt turns the screws on cosmetology sector, firms up standards to regulate $2.1 billion market
The health ministry has issued the first binding standards for its $2.1 billion cosmetology industry, restricting clinics to registered dermatologists and surgeons.
Happy Independence Day 2026: 100+ quotes, wishes, images to share with your family and friends on WhatsApp, Facebook
As India celebrates its 80th Independence Day, here are 100+ wishes, patriotic quotes, greetings and messages to share with your family and friends on WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram:
Insider Sheds $2.9 Million Worth of Stock Following Option Exercise
Karl Jorgenrud liquidated 7,886 shares via cashless exercise of options granted nearly a decade ago, reducing his direct holdings by 40% while retaining over 13,000 shares.
- Karl J. Jorgenrud sold 7,886 shares of Sherwin-Williams stock.
- Transaction value was $2.9 million based on $368.30 per share.
- Post-transaction market value was $369.73 per share.
US stocks retreat from record high after weak data
The US stock market edged back from its all-time high on Friday following the latest report on the economy to come in surprisingly weak, this time about how much shoppers are spending at retailers.
- US stocks fall from record high after weak retail spending data
- S&P 500 down 0.2%, Dow Jones 107 points, Nasdaq 0.3%
- Consumer spending drop eases inflation concerns, may delay rate hikes
Mastercard Offers Brazilian Acquirers 50% Payout and Services in Will Bank Dispute
Mastercard is proposing to pay half the amount demanded by Brazilian merchant acquirers that were impacted by the collapse of Will Financeira, also known as Will Bank, a FinTech tied to the failed…
OppFi CEO Todd Schwartz acquires $144,012 in company stock
- CEO Todd Schwartz bought 20,000 OppFi shares on August 14, 2026, for $144,012.
- Stock price dropped 24% in a week, OppFi's P/E ratio is now 3.36.
- Schwartz now indirectly owns 573,733 OppFi shares through multiple trusts.
AROUND THE CAMPS: Dunmore’s strong family bond will lead team in 2026
DUNMORE – Jack McHale has been a Dunmore Buck since birth. For as long as he can remember, he has been a part of the tradition-rich football program.
- Jack McHale embraces strong family bond guiding Dunmore team.
- Son of former Dunmore head coach Kevin McHale.
- Mentors and inspires while aiming to match father's standards.
Pakistan-Kashmir bond rooted in shared history, culture: AJK president
MUZAFFARABAD: Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) President Chaudhry Latif Akbar on Friday highlighted the “centuries-old” bonds between Kashmir and Pakistan, saying the relationship was rooted in shared history, culture, religion, traditions and aspirations and had found political expression in the Kashmiri leadership’s July 19, 1947…
Stability paves way for sustainable growth: SBP chief
KARACHI: State Bank of Pakistan Governor Jameel Ahmad has said that the country is continuing to move from economic stabilisation towards sustainable growth and will achieve up to 4.5 per cent GDP growth in FY27.
Somali Piracy Surges Amid Hormuz Blockade
The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz has forced hundreds of commercial ships onto longer routes around Africa, and Somali pirates are moving quickly to exploit the sudden increase in traffic…
- Somali piracy increases due to Hormuz blockade
- Iran war diverts naval resources from Gulf of Aden
- Attacks on MT Honour 25, MT Eureka, and MT Asana
Dangote Refinery IPO: When Africa Begins to Own What It Builds
Abiodun Alade There are moments when a company’s listing is more than a transaction. It becomes a statement about who gets to participate in wealth creation. The proposed public offering
A Brixmor Director Trimmed His Stake. Here's What Long-Term Investors Should Know
This sale reduced a director's direct equity holdings by 23%, leaving him with 30,702 shares worth $912,770.
Silver Price Forecast: XAG stalls as yields cap recovery
Silver price advanced by some 0.39% on Friday, capped by rising US yields, even though US data was softer than expected. XAG/USD trades at $64.70, after bouncing off daily lows of $63.51.
Central bank steps up non-bank oversight
The Bank of Thailand is strengthening its supervision of lending and payment services provided by non-banks to ensure fair treatment of consumers and curb irregular transactions, according to its…
AUD/USD Price Forecast: Bulls eye 0.7100 after US Retail Sales miss
The Australian Dollar advanced on Friday after US Retail Sales disappointed investors, increasing speculation that the Federal Reserve might not raise rates, as the economy showed tentative signs of…
GLP-1 Demand Is Soaring. 2 Stocks That Could Benefit From This (Hint: Not Eli Lilly or Novo Nordisk)
They are way more than just GLP-1 stocks.
PayPal Discussing Sale to Stripe After Rejecting First Offer
PayPal Holdings is in talks with a group that includes Stripe and Advent International, negotiating to sell itself at a price potentially higher than the one the companies offered in July, The Wall…
Modern Mining eyes US expansion as e-waste emerges as domestic metals resource
Trump signed a measure that gives officials authority under the Defense Production Act to implement export restrictions on some industrial waste in a bid to retain critical minerals.
USC's Alijah Arenas Says Winning Will Influence His NBA Draft Stock
USC sophomore guard Alijah Arenas knows that winning is what will help increase his draft stock for the 2027 NBA Draft.
Stocks slip in cautious trading after weak US retail sales data
Oil prices turned higher, and investors braced for further volatility as US and Iranian officials insisted on control of the Strait of Hormuz.
Platforms Use Payments Data to Push Deeper Into Merchant Credit
A merchant that once represented a stream of transaction fees can now represent a lending relationship, and second-quarter earnings results show payments platforms putting more money behind that…
US Treasury yields rise as Oil strength offsets weak Retail Sales
US Treasury yields advanced on Friday during the North American session after reversing their course following the release of US Retail Sales data, which disappointed investors.
Commentary: Has Malaysia exorcised the 1MDB ghost? The markets say yes but that’s only half the story
A successful US$1.5 billion global sukuk is being read as proof that Malaysia has outrun the 1MDB scandal. But that is only half the story – and the less important half, writes CNA’s Leslie Lopez.
Picasso etching stolen in 2018 found in vacant apartment after landlord’s discovery
A Picasso etching stolen from Milwaukee art gallery in 2018 has been recovered after a landlord found it in a dust-covered apartment, reviving a six-year-old theft investigation.
Gen Z favors ETFs and trades less than older cohorts: Binance
Binance data showed Gen Z allocating a growing share of equity activity to ETFs while trading less frequently and using less leverage than older working-age cohorts.
Ireland plans industry standards for illicit crypto use
The proposed policies under Ireland’s AML framework included stricter measures on transfers from private crypto wallets and overseas digital asset companies.
S&P 500 ends lower as investors weigh data, Middle East tensions
The Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.2 per cent to 53,732.41 points.
Intra-Asia Container Index – 13 Aug
Drewry’s Intra-Asia Container Index (IACI) rose 6% this week to $1,028 per 40ft container, reaching a six-week high. Market tightness caused by unrest in the Middle East was further compounded by poor…
Bidding Announcement of 22830.6t Bulk Carrier “YONG DING HE”
Entrusted by the transferor (the Sellers), we have scheduled to hold a public bidding online (www.shipbid.net) from 10:00 to 10:30 (Beijing Time) on September 15th, 2026. 1.
Drewry World Container Index
The Drewry World Container Index (WCI), the benchmark widely referenced by procurement teams, increased 1% to $4,339 per 40ft container, driven by higher rates on the Transpacific trade route.
GMS Week 33 – Tanks Fill, Talks Stall
The diplomacy went quiet this week, and the ships went quieter. Talks between Washington and Tehran on ending the war and reopening Hormuz remain deadlocked, with President Trump asserting that the US…