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Jane Street Reports $15B Loss in July Amid AI Selloff

Trading firm Jane Street sustained a $15 billion loss in July tied to an artificial intelligence-driven market downturn and the liquidation activities of AI hedge fund Situational Awareness, according to reports. Despite the significant setback, Jane Street has generated more than $40 billion in revenue year-to-date, maintaining a competitive position in the trading sector.

European shares snap 4-week rally as oil prices surge

European stock markets closed lower on Friday, ending a four-week winning streak as rising crude oil prices and geopolitical tensions offset strong corporate earnings. The STOXX 600 index posted a weekly decline but remained near record levels, though investors began rotating away from artificial intelligence-related stocks.

Anthropic IPO Valuation Anchored to $190-200B 2028 Revenue Forecast

Anthropic's impending initial public offering is being valued by Wall Street based on projected revenue of $190-200 billion by 2028, according to reports. The valuation framework relies on enterprise value-to-revenue multiples applied to these forecasted figures, with comparisons drawn to similar technology companies like Palantir and SpaceX.

Institutional Investors Trim Tech Holdings in Q2 13F Filings

Institutional investors reduced positions in major technology companies during the second quarter, according to quarterly 13F filings, citing already-large existing stakes that limited room for additional investment. While semiconductor stocks maintained positive momentum, AI-related equities experienced diminished buying interest following earlier enthusiasm, and energy sector stocks faced net selling pressure.

S&P 500 Falls as Retail Sales Weakness Offsets Energy Gains

The S&P 500 ended lower as weaker retail sales data prompted investor caution, with declines in AI-related stocks offsetting gains in energy. Market sentiment reflected concerns about consumer spending amid Middle East tensions and rising oil prices.

Nvidia's $500B financing plan targets AI chip demand surge

Nvidia has unveiled a major financing initiative worth $500 billion in collaboration with prominent financial institutions to support artificial intelligence chip acquisitions among startups. The debt solutions are designed to address skyrocketing demand for computing power and foster critical digital and AI infrastructure development across the tech industry.

Purple Style Labs to launch Rs 660 crore IPO by August-end

Purple Style Labs, the luxury fashion label behind Pernia's Pop-Up Shop, has received regulatory approval from India's securities regulator and plans to launch an initial public offering of Rs 660 crore by the end of August. The IPO proceeds will be directed toward expansion initiatives and support for the company's retail operations.

Awfis Q1 Profit More Than Doubles to Rs 24 Crore on Revenue Growth

Awfis Space Solutions reported consolidated net profit of Rs 23.93 crore in Q1, more than doubling year-over-year, while total income reached Rs 448.87 crore. The coworking operator, running 251 centres across 18 cities, maintained a 76 percent occupancy rate during the period.

Skyways Air launches Rs 582.8 crore IPO with price band of Rs 131-138

Skyways Air Services announced its initial public offering of Rs 582.8 crore, with shares priced at Rs 131–138 each, opening for subscription on August 24. The capital raised from the fresh issue will be allocated toward balance sheet strengthening, debt reduction, and working capital requirements.

GIC Re Reports 9.7% Profit Jump to Rs 1,922 Crore

General Insurance Corporation of India announced a 9.7% increase in profit to Rs 1,922 crore, driven by improved claims management and underwriting performance. The company also reported an 8.8% year-on-year rise in gross premium income, with enhanced cost efficiency reflected in lower incurred claims ratios.

Tapestry Shares Tumble 15% on Weak Sales Forecast Despite Profit Beat

Tapestry reported better-than-expected quarterly profits but issued a cautious annual revenue guidance, with Kate Spade experiencing a seven percent sales decline while Coach grew fourteen percent. The luxury conglomerate's stock fell fifteen percent following the earnings announcement, reflecting investor concerns about slowing North American demand and mixed brand performance.

IndiQube Spaces Q1 net loss narrows to Rs 23.88 crore

Indian coworking operator IndiQube Spaces reported a narrowed net loss of Rs 23.88 crore in Q1, with total income climbing to Rs 448.81 crore from Rs 324.12 crore year-over-year. The company operates 137 coworking centres across 17 Indian cities, managing 10.61 million square feet of space.

Japanese Stocks Hit Record High as Chip Rally Extends Winning Streak

Japanese equities surged on Thursday with the Topix index reaching an all-time high and extending a seven-session winning streak, driven primarily by strength in semiconductor stocks that tracked US counterparts. The rally was further supported by improved corporate earnings outlooks and gains in the financial sector, reflecting renewed investor confidence across major Topix-listed companies.

Sebi Confirms No CAS Manipulation, Seeks Wider Market Participation

Sebi chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey stated that closing auction sessions show no evidence of manipulation, attributing earlier concerns to cautious trading behavior in the newly implemented system. The regulator is pursuing measures to increase participation and liquidity in commodity derivatives while improving access for institutional investors.

Nebius Shares Surge 22% on AI Cloud Revenue Beat

Nebius shares jumped nearly 22% following a revenue beat driven by surging infrastructure demand, larger customer contracts, and higher pricing in its AI cloud segment. Core AI cloud revenue increased sixfold, with major customer deals and capacity commitments signaling strong momentum ahead.

Thaler Challenges Traditional Finance Model on Prediction Accuracy

Nobel laureate Richard Thaler has argued that traditional finance makes fundamentally flawed predictions by assuming rational investors, according to recent remarks. Thaler contends that psychological factors including fear, greed, overconfidence, and loss aversion are critical drivers of market dynamics that conventional models fail to capture.

Norway's $2.3T Sovereign Fund Reveals $1.22B SpaceX Stake

Norway's Government Pension Fund Global disclosed a 0.05% stake in Elon Musk's SpaceX valued at $1.22 billion as of June 30, marking the fund's first public acknowledgment of investment in the private aerospace company. The disclosure highlights how major institutional investors are gaining exposure to private space ventures alongside their substantial holdings in mega-cap technology firms.

Shiprocket IPO to raise ₹885 crore for expansion and debt

Shiprocket is preparing an initial public offering to raise ₹885 crore in fresh equity alongside ₹732 crore through an offer for sale, with proceeds earmarked for expansion and debt reduction. The logistics company has demonstrated 24% annual revenue growth from FY24 to FY26, positioning itself as a potential long-term growth opportunity for high-risk investors.

Shiprocket lands Rs 727 crore in anchor round ahead of IPO

Shiprocket secured Rs 727.41 crore from prominent anchor investors including Goldman Sachs, HDFC Mutual Fund, and SBI Mutual Fund ahead of its initial public offering. The e-commerce enablement platform aims to raise Rs 1,617.48 crore total through its maiden public issue at a price band of Rs 92-97 per share.

DBS Bank extends Rs 520 crore credit to K Raheja Corp for Pune tower

DBS Bank India has extended Rs 520 crore in credit to K Raheja Corp for the development of a commercial tower project in Pune, according to the announcement. The financing underscores continued banking sector support for major commercial real estate developments in India's tier-one and emerging cities.