Podcasts about Apac

Hawk examines AIPAC influence, Democratic Party divisions over Israel, Gaza, military aid, Zionism, antisemitism, and whether criticism of the Israeli government is being unfairly conflated with hatred of Jewish people. Names raised include Hakeem Jeffries, Cory Booker, Alyssa Slotkin, Josh Gottheimer, Rashida Talib, Bill Maher, Jonathan Greenblatt, and Wolf Blitzer. He questions whether establishment Democrats are out of step with their own voters on Israel and Gaza, and whether CNN's coverage of Hassan Piker has met basic standards of fairness, context, and journalistic integrity. SUPPORT & CONNECT WITH HAWK- Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mdg650hawk - Hawk's Merch Store: https://hawkmerchstore.com - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mdg650hawk7thacct - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hawkeyewhackamole - Connect on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/mdg650hawk.bsky.social - Connect on Substack: https://mdg650hawk.substack.com - Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hawkpodcasts - Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdg650hawk - Connect on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mdg650hawk ALL HAWK PODCASTS INFO- Additional Content Available Here: https://www.hawkpodcasts.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@hawkpodcasts- Listen to Hawk Podcasts On Your Favorite Platform:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3RWeJfyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/422GDuLYouTube: https://youtube.com/@hawkpodcastsiHeartRadio: https://ihr.fm/47vVBdPPandora: https://bit.ly/48COaTB

Could sticking to familiar choices like cash and stocks leave a gap in your portfolio? A new BlackRock survey offers fresh insight into where investors are putting their money. Michelle Martin speaks with Koay Hui Sien, Head of iShares Fixed Income Product Strategy for APAC at BlackRock, about the opportunity cost of holding too much cash, concentration risk in ETFs and what bond ETFs can offer when interest rates are uncertain. Plus, how do bond ETFs actually generate income, how do they behave differently from dividend stocks and REITs, and should they have a place in your portfolio?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PJ talks to Emma about the shock news that APAC has entered administration leaving many students wondering what will happen their qualification Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears from Craig Coady as he continues his family's fight for access to Skyclarys, play therapy students left in limbo following the collapse of APAC, the latest update from the anti-racism group Together We Are Carrigaline. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As banks explore the potential of permissionless blockchains, questions around risk, compliance and accountability remain. Project Pigeon, a new APAC industry working group, aims to develop a common framework to help financial institutions navigate these challenges. On Viewpoint, Lynlee Foo speaks to June Lau, APAC Head of Policy and Regulatory Affairs at Elliptic, about what’s holding banks back, whether these risks can be managed, and what wider adoption of permissionless blockchains could mean for the future of financial services.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Business and finance news from the Asia-Pacific.Asian stocks rose, adding to a fourth week of gains, as moderating US inflation reinforced bets that the Federal Reserve will refrain from raising interest rates next month. Technology stocks extended their rebound. In Asia, the yen remained within striking distance of 160 per dollar, even after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s government was said to support an interest-rate increase. The Japanese currency was little changed Friday, near 159.43 per dollar. We get reaction from David Finnerty, Bloomberg News FX & Rates Strategist. Plus - even as Treasuries rallied Thursday, the US sold 30-year bonds at the highest yield in a quarter century, underscoring the premium investors are demanding to finance the nation’s deficits. Meantime, back-to-back benign inflation prints, following last week’s softer-than-expected jobs report and a pullback in oil prices, are easing pressure on the Fed to tighten policy at its meeting next month. For more on the broader market backdrop, we hear from Tim Waterer, Chief Market Analyst at KCM Trade Global.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Click the link http://kalshi.com/r/MOSES or download the Kalshi App and use code MOSES to sign up and trade today! Checkout WAWD on Substack: https://whatarewedoingonthedesk.substack.com/OTT Sonali joins the podcast on the one-year anniversary of moving from Bloomberg to iCapital, discussing her media series “The Bridge” and iCapital's reach across wealth and asset managers. The conversation centers on AI economics, especially how declining token costs shift value along the “AI food chain,” with hyperscalers capturing a large share while software and enterprises benefit as costs fall, and with demand (Jevons paradox) potentially sustaining aggregate spend and CapEx. They address rising APAC innovation, why frontier labs pursue IPOs amid heavy cash burn and broad access to debt and equity, and the new NVIDIA-led $500B compute financing platform as Wall Street crowds into AI while investors struggle to diversify as infrastructure, power, and data centers converge. They discuss abundant 2026 liquidity that may tighten, oil's impact on consumers and second-half caution, hedge fund crowding and the situational awareness leverage unwind, valuation dispersion (semis vs financials/utilities), and rate risks including Treasury basis-trade leverage, a 10-year yield range of 4–4.8%, Japan's carry trade, and selective interest in Japan and parts of APAC for international exposure. -- ABOUT THE SHOW For decades, Danny has seen it all on Wall Street and has built his reputation on integrity, curiosity and skepticism that he will bring with him each week. Having traded through the Great Financial Crisis and being featured in "The Big Short" is only part of the experiences Danny wants to share with the listener. This weekly podcast cuts through market noise, offering entertaining and informative discussions with expert guests giving their views of the financial world and the human side of it. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just getting started, On The Tape provides something for all listeners. Follow Danny on X: @dmoses3 The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in 'On The Tape' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money that you can afford to lose. Derivatives are not suitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell or retain any specific investment or service.

Pakistan's key mediator has held a second meeting with Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi and is seeking to extend the 60-day truce, according to an informed source cited by Al Arabiya.Strait of Hormuz authority rejected US claims and said the waterway remains blocked until Iran's conditions are met, according to Press TV.Crude futures initially declined but clambered off worst levels, with price action indecisive amid the absence of any major geopolitical updates overnight.USD/JPY saw a bout of mild pressure late in the session after Bloomberg sources said that the Takaichi government is said to support a faster BoJ rate hike.APAC stocks were predominantly in the green as the region took its cue from the mild positive handover from Wall Street; European equity futures indicate a positive cash market open.Looking ahead, highlights include UK GDP (Jun/Q2), Trade Balance (Jun), Swedish/Spanish Inflation Final (Jul), EU Industrial Production (Jun), US Initial Jobless Claims (Aug/08), PPI (Jul), Norges Bank Policy Announcement (Aug). Speakers include Fed's Hammack & Barkin, Norges Bank's Bache. Supply from the US. Earnings from Applied Materials, RWE, Antofagasta & Maersk.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

Click the link http://kalshi.com/r/MOSES or download the Kalshi App and use code MOSES to sign up and trade today!Checkout WAWD on Substack: https://whatarewedoingonthedesk.substack.com/OTTSonali joins the podcast on the one-year anniversary of moving from Bloomberg to iCapital, discussing her media series “The Bridge” and iCapital's reach across wealth and asset managers. The conversation centers on AI economics, especially how declining token costs shift value along the “AI food chain,” with hyperscalers capturing a large share while software and enterprises benefit as costs fall, and with demand (Jevons paradox) potentially sustaining aggregate spend and CapEx. They address rising APAC innovation, why frontier labs pursue IPOs amid heavy cash burn and broad access to debt and equity, and the new NVIDIA-led $500B compute financing platform as Wall Street crowds into AI while investors struggle to diversify as infrastructure, power, and data centers converge. They discuss abundant 2026 liquidity that may tighten, oil's impact on consumers and second-half caution, hedge fund crowding and the situational awareness leverage unwind, valuation dispersion (semis vs financials/utilities), and rate risks including Treasury basis-trade leverage, a 10-year yield range of 4–4.8%, Japan's carry trade, and selective interest in Japan and parts of APAC for international exposure.--ABOUT THE SHOWFor decades, Danny has seen it all on Wall Street and has built his reputation on integrity, curiosity and skepticism that he will bring with him each week. Having traded through the Great Financial Crisis and being featured in "The Big Short" is only part of the experiences Danny wants to share with the listener. This weekly podcast cuts through market noise, offering entertaining and informative discussions with expert guests giving their views of the financial world and the human side of it. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just getting started, On The Tape provides something for all listeners.Follow Danny on X: @dmoses34The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content.Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in 'On The Tape' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money that you can afford to lose.Derivatives are not suitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell or retain any specific investment or service. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fitch experts unpack Q2's shift as global upgrades outpaced downgrades for the first time since 2024. Explore what's driving credit resilience, regional trends, and the 2026 outlook for corporates across sectors.

Iran's Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council said the Strait of Hormuz would not open until the US accepts Iran's conditions.Crude futures edged higher amid the ongoing geopolitical uncertainty; spot gold reclaimed USD 4,400/oz to the upside.APAC stocks traded mixed amid geopolitical uncertainty, earnings releases and as participants await US CPI data; Europe is set for a flat open.DXY traded little changed as markets await US inflation data over the next couple of days and in the absence of any major fresh catalysts.10yr UST futures traded little changed following the prior day's rebound despite continued upside in oil.Looking ahead, highlights include German/Italian CPI Final (Jul), US CPI (Jul), IEA OMR, OPEC MOMR, Supply from UK, Germany & US.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

US President Trump said, regarding potential escalation with Iran, that it is certainly possible and still has the ability to escalate.US President Trump, responding to Iran's requests for compensation during the conflict, said he was demanding compensation from Iran.RBA maintained rates as expected and kept a hawkish tone, but trimmed its CPI forecasts; AUD saw mild pressure. APAC stocks traded mixed following a lacklustre lead from Wall Street; European equity futures indicate a flat cash market open.DXY traded little changed, 10yr UST futures remained subdued, Crude futures held on to the prior day's spoils after rallying by more than 5%.Looking ahead, highlights include US ADP Employment Change Weekly, Existing Home Sales (Jul), Comments from RBA's Governor Bullock, Supply from Germany & US, Earnings from Supermicro & CoreWeave.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

US President Trump told Axios that they are only semi-negotiating with Iran but said it will work out and that it always works out.Iran's Supreme National Security Council issued six demands to the US, including total force withdrawal, end to proxy warfare.Saudi Arabia put out a fire at its Jazan plant early on Sunday, while Yemen's Houthis claimed responsibility for the attack on the refinery.APAC stocks were somewhat mixed, but with most major indices in the green, US equity futures were range-bound; European equity futures indicate a flat market open.DXY eked mild gains, 10yr UST futures lacked direction, crude futures gapped higher at the open as an Iran-Oman deal on the Strait of Hormuz remained elusive.Looking ahead, highlights include Norwegian Inflation (Jul). Earnings from Berkshire Hathaway.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

In this episode of Cyber Uncut, Cyber Daily's Liam Garman is joined by Alex Nehmy, who explains why securing critical infrastructure requires a different approach to traditional IT security. Discover why operational technology has become one of the highest-value targets for sophisticated threat actors, how attacks on OT differ from conventional data breaches, and why visibility into industrial environments is the foundation of effective defence. The discussion explores real-world examples of cyber attacks causing physical disruption, the growing risks posed by supply chains and connected devices, and why the idea of a truly "air-gapped" network is often more myth than reality. The conversation also examines how AI is reshaping both offensive and defensive cyber operations, the challenges organisations face in protecting modern extended OT (XOT) environments, and the practical steps security leaders can take to improve resilience against nation-state threats. Whether you're responsible for IT, OT, or critical infrastructure, this episode offers valuable insights into one of cyber security's most important and rapidly evolving battlegrounds. Listen now to hear how security leaders can strengthen their OT defences, reduce risk, and stay ahead of increasingly sophisticated cyber adversaries. Enjoy, The Cyber Uncut team

The crew opens with a heavy one, the Lindsay Clancy case and the murky territory of postpartum psychosis, before pivoting into a genuinely raw conversation about feeling burned by Dan Bongino after years of promised Epstein accountability that never materialized. From there it's straight into a spicy, on the record moment where hosts declare they want APAC and any foreign flag influence out of American politics entirely, followed by a much more nuanced debate about the difference between the Muslim world and the Islamic world, and whether recent media narratives are quietly herding everyone toward an us versus them binary. There's also a Sean Hannity CIA jab, some friendly ribbing about who actually fought who over what, and a big announcement that the Great American Restoration Tour is heading to Las Vegas. Buckle up, this one covers a lot of ground.

US President Trump thinks the war with Iran will end pretty soon and said the Strait of Hormuz is sort of open right now; Trump conducted a phone call with the Saudi Crown Prince.Oman and Iran reached an agreement over the Strait of Hormuz, according to MS Now citing two Middle East diplomats, although the diplomats declined to describe the details of the temporary agreement or what issues remain unresolved.A strategic plan for managing the Strait of Hormuz would reportedly prohibit the passage of vessels belonging to the US, Israel and other hostile countries through the Strait of Hormuz.APAC stocks ultimately traded mixed following the weak lead from Wall Street; European equity futures indicate a mildly lower cash market open.DXY took a breather, 10yr UST futures remained lacklustre, and Crude futures extended on the prior day's rally.Looking ahead, highlights include German Industrial Production (Jun), Trade Balance (Jun), French Trade Balance (Jun), US Jobs Report (Jul), Canadian Jobs Report (Jul), Ivey PMI (Jul), NY Fed SCE (Jul), Fed's Barkin. Credit Ratings include S&P on Switzerland.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

In this episode of Compliance Champions, Delphine Forma, Head of Policy Europe and APAC at Solidus Labs, speaks with Dr. Vin Pheakdey, Deputy Director General and Chair of the FinTech Working Group at the Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia.They explore how Cambodia has transformed its approach to digital assets — from restricting unlicensed crypto activity in 2018 to establishing a formal, dual-authority licensing framework under SERC and the National Bank of Cambodia. Dr. Vin walks through the architecture of Prakas 093, which classifies digital assets as financial instruments and securities, and explains what firms need to demonstrate to navigate the sandbox process and secure a full licence. He also shares the most common gaps SERC sees in applications — practical intelligence for any firm considering the Cambodian market.The conversation also explores the realities of supervising a borderless market. Dr. Vin shares why offshore unregulated platforms remain one of the biggest challenges facing regulators, why international cooperation and information sharing are indispensable, and how Cambodia is embedding market integrity into its framework through transaction monitoring, trade surveillance, RegTech, SupTech and direct supervisory access to transaction data.They also discuss Project Bakong — Cambodia's blockchain-based digital payment system with over 65% population penetration — and how its success has shaped the country's confidence and approach to broader digital asset regulation.Rounding out the episode: Cambodia's international engagement strategy including its bilateral meeting with the U.S. SEC, lessons learned for other emerging market regulators, and a preview of the joint NBC-SERC guideline on digital asset supervision currently in development.A sharp, forward-looking conversation offering a rare regulator-side view into how emerging markets are building digital asset frameworks — and why Cambodia's approach deserves more attention than it gets.

US VP Vance said negotiations with Iran will take some time and that talks with Iran were 'messy', but will land in a 'good' place for the US.Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister said an understanding with Oman does not mean opening the Strait of Hormuz.Yemeni Houthis announced they targeted a Saudi oil vessel in the Gulf of Aden.Crude futures saw two-way trade and attempted to nurse some of the recent losses, in which Brent crude briefly returned to the USD 80/bbl territory.APAC stocks traded mostly lower following a similar performance stateside; European equity futures indicate a mildly positive cash market open.Looking ahead, highlights include Swedish Inflation (Jul), German Factory Orders (Jun), US Challenger Job Cuts (Jul), Initial Jobless Claims (Aug/01), Revelio PLS (Jul), Atlanta Fed GDP (Q3), CNB Policy Announcement (Aug), Banxico Policy Announcement (Aug). Speakers include Fed's Daly & Musalem. Supply from Spain & France. Earnings from ConocoPhillips, Fiserv, Rheinmetall, Merck & Diageo.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

US President Trump said they are moving along very nicely regarding Iran, and we will know in 48 hours about Iran.US is nearing a Hormuz deal and is aiming for an announcement on Wednesday, according to Axios.Axios reported that the proposed deal would route inbound Gulf traffic through Iranian waters and outbound traffic through Omani waters for 60 days, with no fees and the central lane cleared of mines within 30 days ahead of a permanent arrangement.Crude futures remained pressured overnight after sliding yesterday as multiple reports pointed towards progress surrounding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.APAC stocks were mostly higher as the region took its cue from the rally on Wall Street; European equity futures indicate a positive cash market open.Looking ahead, highlights include Global S&P Services/Composite PMI Final (Jul), US ADP Employment Change (Jul), ISM Services PMI (Jul), NBH Minutes (Jul), US Treasury QRA/Press Conference, BCB Policy Announcement (Aug). Speakers include Fed's Cook & Schmid. Supply from Australia & Germany. Earnings from Eli Lilly, Uber, Walt Disney, SanDisk, Siemens Energy, Infineon, Deutsche Post, Glencore & Novo Nordisk.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

US President Trump said the Iran conflict was working out very well and that Iran talks are going on now, and that they are talking about having the Strait open by Tuesday.US officials said there were no ‘new' or novel negotiations planned, only the ongoing talks between the US and Iranian teams through mediators, according to CBS News citing sources.A US base in Kuwait was reportedly struck; UKMTO received a report of an incident 20 nautical miles northeast of Oman's Al Khasab.10yr JGB futures saw two-way trade, in which it briefly fell over 60 ticks on a weak 10yr JGB auction, before trimming losses.APAC stocks traded mixed after the region failed to sustain the momentum from Wall Street; European equity futures indicate a positive cash market open.Looking ahead, highlights include US/Canadian Trade Balance (Jun), US JOLTS (Jun), Atlanta Fed GDP (Q3), New Zealand Jobs Report (Q2). Comments from Fed's Paulson. Supply from the UK & Germany. Earnings from Pfizer, Caterpillar, Merck, AMD, SpaceX, BP & Zalando.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

South and South-East Asia sit at the heart of the global climate transition, with rapidly growing economies and significant investment opportunities in renewable energy, climate infrastructure and sustainable development. Yet mobilising the scale of private capital needed remains one of the region's biggest challenges.In this episode, Jo Fry (British International Investment) is joined by Gillian Tan (Monetary Authority of Singapore), Holger Rothenbusch (British International Investment) and David Ludwig (ib vogt APAC) to explore how governments, development finance institutions, investors and the private sector can work together to accelerate climate investment across Asia.The discussion examines the role of blended finance, risk-sharing mechanisms, public-private partnerships and market-building initiatives in unlocking investment at scale. Panellists also share practical examples of successful climate finance and renewable energy projects, highlighting how capital can drive economic growth, energy transition and sustainable development across the region.Key topics include climate finance, private capital mobilisation, blended finance, renewable energy investment, infrastructure development, development finance, the Financing Asia's Transition Partnership (FAST-P), and the future of climate investment in South and South-East Asia.

Sriram is a Certified Independent Director (IICA) and Corporate Governance Practitioner with 20+ years of experience across india, APAC, US, and UK; an MBA and B Tech (IT), certified in Al Security & Governance, Cybersecurity, and DPDPA, and published author on corporate governance and Al. Website: https://www.sriramvijayakumar.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sriram-vijayakumar-id/ CallumConnects Micro-Podcast is your daily dose of wholesome leadership inspiration. Hear from many different leaders in just 5 minutes what hurdles they have faced, how they overcame them, and what their key learning is. Be inspired, subscribe, leave a comment, go and change the world!

US President Trump announced over the weekend that he cancelled strikes on Iran at the request of Tehran and other Middle East countries, subject to making a rapid deal; crude futures slumped 6% at the open.Japan's Finance Ministry said it conducted coordinated yen-buying intervention with the US on Friday and won't hesitate to conduct further forex intervention with the US; USD/JPY continued to decline and briefly dipped beneath the 156.00 handle.US President Trump, when asked regarding the US intervening in the yen, said the US is intervening because the US has a good relationship with Japan.APAC stocks were mostly lower despite the geopolitical relief from Trump's cancellation of Iran strikes; US equity futures gained, and European equity futures indicate a higher cash market open.Looking ahead, highlights include Global S&P Manufacturing PMI Final (Jul), German Retail Sales (Jun), Swiss Inflation (Jul), US ISM Manufacturing PMI (Jul), Atlanta Fed GDP (Q3), and US Treasury Financing Estimates. Earnings from Palantir and ONSemi.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

Sriram is a Certified Independent Director (IICA) and Corporate Governance Practitioner with 20+ years of experience across india, APAC, US, and UK; an MBA and B Tech (IT), certified in Al Security & Governance, Cybersecurity, and DPDPA, and published author on corporate governance and Al. Website: https://www.sriramvijayakumar.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sriram-vijayakumar-id/ CallumConnects Micro-Podcast is your daily dose of wholesome leadership inspiration. Hear from many different leaders in just 5 minutes what hurdles they have faced, how they overcame them, and what their key learning is. Be inspired, subscribe, leave a comment, go and change the world!

Franklin Templeton believes tokenization is more than a crypto trend—it's the next evolution of financial markets.In this episode, David Sencil sits down with Chetan Karkhanis, Senior Vice President at Franklin Templeton, to explore how one of the world's largest asset managers is approaching digital assets, tokenized funds, and blockchain infrastructure.You'll hear why the firm is investing in tokenization through Benji, how it views crypto as an institutional asset class, and why tokenized money market funds and Treasuries could become major tools for corporate treasuries and collateral management.Topics include: Franklin Templeton's digital asset strategy Benji and tokenized money market funds Why tokenized Treasuries matter The future of RWAs and tokenization Japan and APAC's institutional crypto landscape Stablecoins and blockchain infrastructure Corporate treasury use cases The multi-trillion-dollar collateral opportunityWhether you're interested in institutional crypto, tokenization, or the future of capital markets, this conversation offers an inside look at where one of the world's largest asset managers sees finance heading.

US Treasury Secretary Bessent said the yen has substantially overshot equilibrium and the US views excess yen volatility as unhealthy, while he added that the yen is very undervalued and that Japan may have intervened in currency markets on Thursday.Nikkei sources said Japan's government and BoJ intervened in the FX market yesterday by buying yen and selling dollars, while desks conducted rate checks.BoJ kept rates unchanged at 1.00%, as expected, through an 8-1 vote, with board member Takata the dissenter who proposed a 25bps rate hike; little move in Japanese assets on the announcement.After-hours US earnings saw Amazon (AMZN) rise almost 10% whilst Apple (AAPL) fell over 6%.APAC stocks were mostly higher following the tech-inspired momentum stateside; European equity futures indicate a positive cash market open with Euro Stoxx 50 futures up 0.8%.Looking ahead, highlights include French/Italian/EU Inflation Flash (Jul), German Unemployment Rate (Jul), Canadian GDP (May), US University of Michigan Final (Jul). Speakers include BoJ Governor Ueda, BoE's Pill, Fed's Hammack, Logan & Kashkari. Earnings from AbbVie, Chevron, Credit Agricole & NatWest. Scope Ratings update on Switzerland rating.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

Sriram is a Certified Independent Director (IICA) and Corporate Governance Practitioner with 20+ years of experience across india, APAC, US, and UK; an MBA and B Tech (IT), certified in Al Security & Governance, Cybersecurity, and DPDPA, and published author on corporate governance and Al. Website: https://www.sriramvijayakumar.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sriram-vijayakumar-id/ CallumConnects Micro-Podcast is your daily dose of wholesome leadership inspiration. Hear from many different leaders in just 5 minutes what hurdles they have faced, how they overcame them, and what their key learning is. Be inspired, subscribe, leave a comment, go and change the world!

Fed maintained rates, though with 3 dissenters who favoured a 25bps hike. Chair Warsh said that if inflation remains elevated, rates could be part of fixing that.DXY came under pressure as the Fed failed to match hawkish expectations, though Warsh's press conference triggered pronounced UST curve steepening.US CENTCOM announced its forces successfully completed a heavy wave of strikes against Iran; Jordan intercepted five missiles launched by Iran.US after-market earnings saw results from ARM Holdings (-5.7%), Microsoft (+8.9%), Meta Platforms (-7.5%) and QUALCOMM (-4.7%).APAC stocks were mostly lower; European equity futures indicate a flat cash market open. Looking ahead, highlights include French GDP Prelim (Q2), Spanish GDP Flash (Q2), Inflation Prelim (Jul), German GDP Flash (Q2), State/Nationwide Inflation Flash (Jul), Italian GDP (Q2), EU GDP Flash (Q2), Consumer Confidence Final (Jul), US GDP Advance (Q2), PCE (Jun), Initial Jobless Claims (Jul/25), Personal Spending (Jun), Chicago Fed Labor Market Indicators (Jul), BoE Policy Announcement & MPR (Jul). Speakers include BoE Governor Bailey, Earnings from Bristol Myers Squibb, Mastercard, Apple, Amazon, Adidas, BMW, Leonardo, Renault, Sanofi, Schneider Electric, SocGen, BAE Systems, British American Tobacco, Shell & Rolls-Royce.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

US CENTCOM said IRGC forces launched multiple ballistic missiles from Iran towards US forces based in Jordan.Saudi Arabia's Defence Ministry said air defences intercepted and destroyed several drones, which had attempted to target petroleum facilities in the Eastern Region.US CENTCOM later announced that US and Saudi forces conducted strikes on Iran-backed terrorist sites in Iraq.Crude futures climbed as geopolitical tensions escalated (Brent Oct +2.8%); APAC was choppy, and sentiment deteriorated; Europe looks ahead to a subdued open.US equity futures, DXY, T-Note futures, and spot gold trade sideways ahead of FOMC.Looking ahead, highlights include Swedish GDP Flash (Q2), ECB Wage Tracker, US Atlanta Fed GDP, Fed Policy Announcement (Jul), BoC Minutes (Jul), Speakers including Fed Chair Warsh & RBA's Hunter, Supply from Germany, Earnings from SoFi, Microsoft, Meta, Arm, Qualcomm, L'Oreal, Hermes, Airbus, Porsche AG, BASF, UBS & Standard Chartered.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

Crude futures are firmer after gapping higher overnight on escalating geopolitics, with Iran striking a US base in Jordan and subsequent US-Saudi strikes on Iranian-backed militia.European Bourses began the session on a softer footing but remain relatively resilient to the firmer oil prices and prior APAC weakness, with earnings also providing somewhat of a cushion/impetus in the absence of macro updates.US equity futures are modestly firmer (ES +0.2%, NQ +0.2%), supported by the KOSPI rebound, with focus firmly on the Fed decision.DXY is relatively uneventful, USTs are modestly softer, and precious metals are firmer but to varying degrees ahead of the FOMC. Looking ahead, highlights include the Fed Policy Announcement (Jul), BoC Minutes (Jul). Speakers include Fed Chair Warsh & RBA's Hunter. Earnings from SoFi, Microsoft, Meta, Arm, Qualcomm.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

GB Energy's £1 million solar investment freed up savings a Hull hospital had left on the table for years. It's an example of what can happen when a state-backed investor takes risks the market won't. GB Energy calls itself an activist investor, built to put public money behind the frontiers where private capital moves too slowly: deepwater wind, long duration storage, public sector solar. The interesting question now is how far this model can scale, and how well it keeps sharing that risk with private capital as it grows.Dan McGrail, CEO of Great British Energy, joins Ed Porter to explain how Britain's state-owned energy company decides where to invest, and why it's taking on the risks private money won't take first.They cover: - Why the "activist investor" model can justify riskier bets than pure-return investors would take - and where that logic stops making sense- How to identify an investment "frontier": the areas of high ambition where private capital isn't moving fast enough to hit national targets- What a queue of 50GW+ in unsolicited co-investment enquiries reveals about investor appetite for state-backed risk-sharing- Why community-owned local energy can outperform national schemes on economic impact - one Orkney turbine now funds housing, buses and insulation- Why chasing niche global market share, not local content quotas, may be the smarter industrial strategy for competing with ChinaGot a question about the build-out of batteries, solar or wind in GB or Europe? That's what Ko is for - sign up to try for free.Transcript available hereYou can watch or listen to new episodes every Tuesday. Transmission is a Modo Energy production. Your host is Ed Porter - Director EMEA & APAC at Modo Energy.Chapters00:00 £1m Solar Saving At A Hull Hospital00:43 Guest Introduction: Dan McGrail, CEO Of GB Energy01:11 GB Energy's Company Model And DESNZ Ownership02:42 Investment Committee Discipline Vs Government Thinking03:23 The "Frontiers" Strategy Explained07:44 Floating Wind And The Deepwater Frontier09:03 ScotWind, Rising Costs And Investor Confidence12:33 Three Strategic Pillars: Offshore, Onshore, Local19:56 Public Entrepreneurship Vs Maximising Profit21:17 The Siemens Story: Why Private Capital Wants In22:35 50GW Of Unsolicited Investment Enquiries26:00 Electrically Qualified Workers And The Skills Gap30:45 Shapinsay's Community-Owned Wind Turbine34:34 Solar On Hospitals And Schools37:16 Balancing Solar With Battery Storage39:56 GB Energy's £8.3 Billion Budget: Progress So Far41:14 Contrarian View: Industrial Legacy Over Cheap Energy

GB Energy's £1 million solar investment freed up savings a Hull hospital had left on the table for years. It's an example of what can happen when a state-backed investor takes risks the market won't. GB Energy calls itself an activist investor, built to put public money behind the frontiers where private capital moves too slowly: deepwater wind, long duration storage, public sector solar. The interesting question now is how far this model can scale, and how well it keeps sharing that risk with private capital as it grows.Dan McGrail, CEO of Great British Energy, joins Ed Porter to explain how Britain's state-owned energy company decides where to invest, and why it's taking on the risks private money won't take first.They cover: - Why the "activist investor" model can justify riskier bets than pure-return investors would take - and where that logic stops making sense- How to identify an investment "frontier": the areas of high ambition where private capital isn't moving fast enough to hit national targets- What a queue of 50GW+ in unsolicited co-investment enquiries reveals about investor appetite for state-backed risk-sharing- Why community-owned local energy can outperform national schemes on economic impact - one Orkney turbine now funds housing, buses and insulation- Why chasing niche global market share, not local content quotas, may be the smarter industrial strategy for competing with ChinaGot a question about the build-out of batteries, solar or wind in GB or Europe? That's what Ko is for - sign up to try for free.Transcript available hereYou can watch or listen to new episodes every Tuesday. Transmission is a Modo Energy production. Your host is Ed Porter - Director EMEA & APAC at Modo Energy.Chapters00:00 £1m Solar Saving At A Hull Hospital00:43 Guest Introduction: Dan McGrail, CEO Of GB Energy01:11 GB Energy's Company Model And DESNZ Ownership02:42 Investment Committee Discipline Vs Government Thinking03:23 The "Frontiers" Strategy Explained07:44 Floating Wind And The Deepwater Frontier09:03 ScotWind, Rising Costs And Investor Confidence12:33 Three Strategic Pillars: Offshore, Onshore, Local19:56 Public Entrepreneurship Vs Maximising Profit21:17 The Siemens Story: Why Private Capital Wants In22:35 50GW Of Unsolicited Investment Enquiries26:00 Electrically Qualified Workers And The Skills Gap30:45 Shapinsay's Community-Owned Wind Turbine34:34 Solar On Hospitals And Schools37:16 Balancing Solar With Battery Storage39:56 GB Energy's £8.3 Billion Budget: Progress So Far41:14 Contrarian View: Industrial Legacy Over Cheap Energy

US President Trump said Iran is talking to the US about making a deal right now and very friendly talks are ongoing, while he added they will end Iran's nuclear threat very quickly and that Iran is behaving again.US President Trump said Iran wanted to meet and that "we're meeting," while he added there is a chance a deal could be reached.APAC stocks were mostly negative amid a tech bloodbath and competition concerns following reports yesterday that China had started mass production of domestically developed DUV lithography equipment.DXY traded little changed, 10yr UST futures traded range-bound, and Crude futures remained subdued overnight.European equity futures indicate a flat cash market open, with Euro Stoxx 50 futures little changed after the cash market closed flat on Monday.Looking ahead, highlights include Spanish Retail Sales (Jun), US ADP Employment Change Weekly, Goods Trade Balance Advance (Jun), Retail Inventories Ex Autos Advance (Jun), Wholesale Inventories Advance (Jun), Consumer Confidence, Atlanta Fed GDP (Q2), Supply from UK, Italy, Netherlands & US, Earnings from PayPal, Boeing, UPS, Ford, EssilorLuxottica, Kering, Air Liquide, Eni, Barclays, GSK & Unilever.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

European bourses began the session firmer despite sharp tech-induced losses in APAC. Oman is said to have presented to Iran a proposal for a joint regional mechanism to manage the Strait of Hormuz with "voluntary fees"; Iran is reportedly demonstrating 'flexibility' over Hormuz Strait operations.Crude futures are softer amid continued efforts to end the US-Iran war, and with the pause in strikes at day three. DXY was directionless throughout most of the morning before edging higher in recent trade, with the FOMC looming on Wednesday.Looking ahead, highlights include US ADP Employment Change Weekly, Goods Trade Balance Advance (Jun), Retail Inventories Ex Autos Advance (Jun), Wholesale Inventories Advance (Jun), Consumer Confidence, Atlanta Fed GDP (Q2). Supply from the US. Earnings from PayPal, Boeing, and Ford.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

Olivia Vande Woude is Tokenization Lead at Ava Labs. She joins host Aaron Stanley at Bitso's Stablecoin Conference in Mexico City to discuss why distribution, not issuance, is the hardest problem left to solve in tokenized real world assets. We talk through Open Trade's B2B2C stablecoin yield model gaining traction across LATAM and APAC, a coming wave of consolidation among crypto neobanks and card issuers, and why real utility metrics matter more than vanity numbersYou can connect with Olivia on LinkedinSubscribe to Bits and Borders on Substack-------------------------------------------------Bits and Borders is presented by SumsubSumsub recently released its fourth annual State of the Crypto Industry report. The new research reveals how digital asset companies are balancing fraud prevention, regulatory pressure, and user experience as they scale in 2026. This report draws on Sumsub's internal data from 2024–2025 and insights from 300 crypto companies surveyed outside Sumsub's customer base.Read the full report here: ⁠

Following the merger of Invacare and Direct Healthcare Group to form DHCare, Tiffany has been helping shape a new organisation across Europe and APAC. She reflects on the realities of leading transformation, acknowledging that while change can involve difficult decisions, creating a sustainable business is what ultimately protects opportunities for people to develop and build long-term careers. Discussing HR in the age of AI, Tiffany advocates that HR's role is to ask better questions and never lose sight of human judgement, and that continuous improvement matters far more than chasing perfection. Growing up in Australia and with a career across mining, manufacturing and healthcare, Tiffany has long championed inclusion. Today, she sees diversity through a wide lens, describing it as a kaleidoscope of experiences, backgrounds, identities and ways of thinking. Throughout the conversation, one idea shines through: be more you, because that's what the people around you need most. Thank you to Kin&Co for sponsoring this episode What makes or breaks large-scale transformation? Rarely the strategy - almost always the culture. Kin&Co is a certified B-Corp and female-owned consultancy on a mission to make work better for 10 million people by 2030. Using cutting-edge behavioural science, they help global organisations transform cultures and drive measurable impact on strategy, people and performance. They've developed a new behavioural blueprint for transformation, drawn from their experience at some of the UK's most iconic organisations. If you're curious, read their latest thought piece on transformation and assess your cultural readiness. Ready to build a culture that measurably drives performance? Read their thought piece at The Transformation Blueprint to learn more.

The fitness industry has changed dramatically in Asia Pacific over the past five years, and few people have had a better view of that transformation than Ryan Hogan. Host Jack Thomas sat down with the CEO of APAC at Les Mills to discuss the company's new partnership with Hyrox, the biggest findings from Les Mills' latest global fitness report, why "vibe" has become one of the industry's most important competitive advantages, and where the biggest growth opportunities lie across Asia. From AI and human coaching to Indonesia's booming fitness scene and the future of group training, this episode is packed with insights for gym operators looking to stay ahead.   SHOW SPONSORS Our sponsors are helping us to raise the standards of Asia's fitness industry. Show these great companies some support! Hapana, our preferred gym management software Ezypay, our preferred subscription and payment solution   NEWSLETTER For fitness business tips, insights and news - subscribe to The Fit Guide Newsletter   THE FIT GUIDE The Fit Guide helps you find and experience the world's best fitness clubs and studios; and helps clubs create incredible, five star client experiences every time. Visit The Fit Guide The Fit Guide on LinkedIn The Fit Guide on Instagram   GUEST RESOURCES Ryan Hogan on LinkedIn Les Mills   SHOW RESOURCES Jack Thomas on LinkedIn Fitness Business Asia Website Fitness Business Asia Instagram

European bourses are firmer following a similar APAC lead, as oil prices and yields slumped on the lack of US-Iran weekend action.Crude oil and gas futures were weighed down by the US not striking Iran over the weekend. Metals benefit across the board.However, US CENTCOM commander Cooper advised the Pentagon and the White House that the next possible step is to return to a large-scale military operation.Fixed income markets are higher; US focus turns to supply & midterms. No move to German Ifo or ECB speak. In FX, the DXY is softer to the benefit of G10 peers, although petro-currencies fail to benefit.Looking ahead, highlights include US Durable Goods Orders (Jun), Atlanta Fed GDP (Q2). Supply from the US. Earnings from LVMH. Comments from US President Trump.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

Gold trading in APAC is evolving quickly, with record volumes, shifting participation and infrastructure upgrades reshaping liquidity and execution. In this episode of J.P. Morgan's Making Sense, Khushil Nathoo from the FICC Market Structure & Liquidity Strategy team and Ravi Ramakrishnan, senior precious metals trader for Asia, discuss what's driving heightened activity in gold, how clients are accessing liquidity and where trading could gravitate as new hubs and clearing initiatives take shape.   Nathoo and Ramakrishnan also explore the impact of electronic execution, the interplay between central bank and retail demand in Asia and what tokenization, gold-backed stablecoins and digital platforms may mean for market structure and available free float over time.    This episode was recorded on July 16, 2026.   The views expressed in this podcast may not necessarily reflect the views of JPMorgan Chase & Co, and its affiliates, together J.P. Morgan, and do not constitute research or recommendation advice or an offer or a solicitation to buy or sell any security or financial instrument. They are not issued by Research but are a solicitation under CFTC Rule 1.71. Referenced products and services in this podcast may not be suitable for you, and may not be available in all jurisdictions. J.P. Morgan may make markets and trade as principal in securities and other asset classes and financial products that may have been discussed. The FICC market structure publications, or to one, newsletters, mentioned in this podcast are available for J.P. Morgan clients. Please contact your J.P. Morgan sales representative should you wish to receive these. For additional disclaimers and regulatory disclosures, please visit www.jpmorgan.com/disclosures © 2026 JPMorgan Chase & Company. All rights reserved.

US and Iran continued to exchange strikes, with CENTCOM conducting a 13th night of attacks on Iranian military targets; US President Trump said Iran wants to reach an agreement but is not yet ready.Iran reportedly rejected a US ceasefire proposal presented by Iraq's PM, while Tehran also refused to amend a separate 10-day ceasefire plan linked to discussions over the Strait of Hormuz.The Trump administration imposed new tariffs of 10%-12.5% on imports from 60 countries over claims that they had failed to prevent forced labour.APAC stocks followed Wall Street lower, DXY mildly softened, 10yr UST futures remained near contract lows, and crude futures slightly pulled back after Brent rose above USD 100/bbl.European equity futures indicate a slightly positive cash market open, with Euro Stoxx 50 futures up 0.1%;Looking ahead, highlights include Global Flash PMIs (Jul), German GfK Consumer Confidence (Aug), UK Retail Sales (Jun), Canadian PPI (Jun), BoE DMP (Jul). Comments from ECB's Lane. Scope Ratings update on Norway.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

In this episode of FP&A Unlocked, host Paul Barnhurst sits down with Albert Lee, FP&A leader, AI finance coach, and corporate trainer, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the finance profession. Albert shares practical insights from implementing AI in corporate finance, coaching CFOs, and training finance teams on responsible AI adoption.Albert Lee is an FP&A leader, AI finance coach, and corporate trainer with over 13 years of experience helping finance teams embrace AI and automation. He has led FP&A functions across multinational organizations, including Merlin Entertainments and The Cookware Company, driving forecasting, profitability modeling, and process improvements across APAC. Today, Albert coaches CFOs and finance leaders through the AI Finance Club while delivering AI training for global organizations and professional finance communities.Expect to Learn:Why AI should be your finance copilotHow to build trusted AI workflowsWhen to use AI vs. Power QueryBest practices for secure AI adoptionKey skills for the future of FP&AHere are a few relevant quotes from the episode:"A strong analyst using AI becomes much stronger. A weak analyst using AI simply makes mistakes faster." - Albert Lee"The best FP&A professionals don't just explain the numbers, they explain what they mean and what should happen next." – Albert LeeAlbert Lee shares practical insights on using AI to enhance FP&A without sacrificing governance, accuracy, or human judgment. He reminds finance professionals that while AI can dramatically improve productivity, true business value comes from combining the right technology with strong data practices, critical thinking, and trusted business partnerships.Follow Albert:Website - https://axiomfpa.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/albert-lee-fcpa-869478118/Earn Your CPE Credit For CPE credit, please go to earmarkcpe.com, listen to the episode, download the app, answer a few questions, and earn your CPE certification. To earn education credits for the FPAC Certificate, take the quiz on earmark and contact Paul Barnhurst for further details.In Today's Episode[00:00] – Trailer[02:14] – Meet Albert Lee[03:34] – Why Copilot?[05:27] – AI Automation Journey[09:47] – AI Training & Coaching[19:51] – AI Challenges[23:50] – AI Workflows[28:18] – AI Governance[31:23] – AI's Strengths & Limits[39:40] – Career Advice & Wrap-up

What does it take to set a complex global clinical trial up for success? In this episode of Moving Medicine Forward, we are joined by Megan Kamm, Senior Vice President of Client Delivery, and Josh Schroeder, Vice President of Site & Field Operations, to discuss how strong planning, site partnerships, and cross-functional collaboration drive successful trial execution. From feasibility and study startup to patient centered decision-making, biometrics strategy, and global expansion, they share insights into the operational challenge —and opportunities—behind bringing innovative therapies to patients faster.   01:22 Megan Kamm and Josh Schroeder discuss their expanded leadership roles and growing collaboration across teams. 03:44 Why feasibility, country strategy, and study startup are critical to trial success. 05:07 The importance of site partnerships, patient experience, and reducing operational burden.06:16 How project managers, CRAs, data managers, and site teams work together to execute complex trials. 07:01 Common startup challenges and strategies for keeping studies on track. 08:13 Managing patient-centered logistics in rare disease and cell & gene therapy programs. 11:15 Real-world examples of strong coordination improving enrollment and accelerating timelines. 13:19 The growing role of biometrics, statistics, and risk-based monitoring in study execution. 15:15 Scaling global teams through consistent training, leadership alignment, and operational excellence. 16:48 What differentiates CTI: collaboration, service, and a deep commitment to patients. 18:59 Looking ahead: AI, technology, startup optimization, and continued global growth. 21:05 Opportunities and challenges of expanding operations in China and the APAC region.

US and Iran exchanged strikes for the 12th consecutive night; US President Trump said Iran is getting hit so hard and that they want to make a deal.Yemeni Houthis targeted two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, while reports noted that at least 9 ships have stopped passing through Bab al-Mandeb, following the blockade on Saudi ports by Houthis.Alphabet (GOOGL) shares fell -3.3%, Tesla (TSLA) slipped over 4%, and IBM (IBM) was modestly softer post-earnings.APAC stocks were predominantly in the green, DXY mildly softened, 10yr UST futures lingered near the prior day's trough, and crude futures extended gains.European equity futures indicate a slightly lower cash market open, with Euro Stoxx 50 futures down 0.3%.Looking ahead, highlights include Canadian Retail Sales (May), US Initial Jobless Claims (Jul/18), Chicago Fed National Activity Index (Jun), EU Consumer Confidence Flash (Jul). Policy Announcements from the ECB, CBRT, and SARB. Comments from ECB President Lagarde. Supply from the UK & the US. Earnings from Intel, Blackstone, Lockheed Martin, RTX, TotalEnergies, Thales, SAP & Repsol.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

Joining us today is Jamie Tadelis, Chief Product & Investor Officer at SC Lowy. Jamie is one of the co-founders of SC Lowy and is currently based in their New York office, where he serves as the firm's Chief Product and Investor Officer focusing on existing and new investment vehicles, investor relationships, and ESG initiatives. Throughout his tenure at SC Lowy, Jamie has held various key roles, including Head of Sales, General Counsel, and Chief Compliance Officer, all while based in Hong Kong.    Before joining SC Lowy, Jamie served as General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer, and a member of the Investment Committee at Abax Global Capital, a Hong Kong-based special situations asset manager. Prior to Abax, he was part of Avenue Capital Group's Asia-focused investment team in New York and Hong Kong, where he provided legal structuring expertise and guided investments through various bankruptcy and restructuring regimes across APAC.    Jamie's career began at JPMorgan in emerging markets structured products, followed by his role as a restructuring attorney at Kramer Levin (now Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer) in New York.    He holds a BA with a concentration in Management Information Systems from the State University of New York at Albany, a J.D. from Fordham University School of Law, Series 7, 63 and 24 licenses with FINRA and RO and Type 1 registrations with the Hong Kong SFC.

US CENTCOM said forces conducted the 11th consecutive night of strikes against Iran; US Secretary of State Rubio said the US is committed to diplomacy in the Middle East and Iran.Iran's top joint military command warned that all interests of the US and its allies in the region will be targeted if the US attacks Iran's nuclear sites.US is to impose new tariffs on dozens of countries as Trump's 10% global levy is set to expire, according to AFP citing USTR Greer.APAC stocks traded mostly in the green, DXY slightly pulled back, 10yr UST futures lingered near yesterday's lows, Crude futures mildly extended their gains.European equity futures indicate a slightly positive cash market open with Euro Stoxx 50 futures up 0.1%.Looking ahead, highlights include UK Inflation (Jun), Supply from Germany & the US, Earnings from Tesla, Alphabet, and IBM.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

What You'll Learn:00:00 Introduction02:13 Why Marketing Owns Zero Board KPIs08:54 There Is No Killer Marketing Campaign15:41 Why Your First 10 Customers Matter More24:16 The Biggest GTM Mistake Founders Make33:48 How AI Is Changing Customer Discovery43:11 Demand Generation Beats Chasing Leads53:02 Why Value Wins Over Price1:02:47 The New Rules of B2B Go-to-Market1:11:26 Rapid Fire with Alon WaksRethink your B2B SaaS GTM strategy from pipeline to persona SpotDraft's CMO Alon Waks shares the framework behind $100M raised and 450+ customers.Ask a B2B founder about their killer marketing campaign and most will have an answer ready. Alon Waks will tell you that answer is wrong. There is no killer campaign. There is no one channel. And most of what founders think of as marketing is stuck in one-to-many land when it should be one-to-few.That is where this conversation starts, and it does not slow down.Alon is the CMO at SpotDraft, the AI-powered contract lifecycle management platform backed by Vertex, Qualcomm, Prosus, and P&G Invest, now serving customers across the US, UK, and APAC. In this episode with Prime Venture Partners, he opens up the playbook he actually runs day to day:- How he defines persona versus segment (and why founders keep starting with the wrong one)- What changes as a company moves from 0 to 1 to 10 to 100- Why he thinks paid marketing has become a race to the bottom that most founders are still throwing money at.He also opens up his playbook for B2B influencer marketing, an angle most CMOs will not talk about publicly. He explains why validation has quietly shifted away from Gartner and toward peer-to-peer conversations on Reddit, LinkedIn, and community forums. And for the Indian founders trying to crack the US, he lays out exactly which cities matter, what not to do on outbound, and when to make your first local hire.Toward the end, Alon gets uncomfortably honest about what marketing actually owns on the board KPI list (spoiler: almost nothing) and why that changes everything about how you should measure your team.If you are a founder, a marketer, or a CMO building a B2B SaaS GTM strategy from scratch, this is the one to bookmark.Connect:Alon Waks on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alonwaks/Spotdraft: https://www.spotdraft.com/Prime Venture Partners: https://www.primevp.in/Jerome Manuel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeromermanuel/About Prime Venture Partners:Prime Venture Partners is an early-stage venture capital firm partnering with exceptional founders building category-defining companies from India.#GoToMarket #B2BMarketing

APAC Spotlight is a podcast from the Hogan Lovells Cadwalader APAC Data, Privacy and Cybersecurity team, led by Charmian Aw, exploring the key developments shaping the region's fast-evolving digital regulatory landscape.   In our first episode, we tackle cross-border data transfers and data localisation. Data and businesses are increasingly global, but regulations are not.   We bust common myths, explore why organizations should look beyond China when assessing regulatory risk, and discuss how geopolitics, national security and AI are reshaping the rules around data. We also share practical perspectives on navigating APAC's fragmented regulatory landscape without building a separate compliance programme for every jurisdiction.   The key takeaway? Think globally, localise selectively.   Tune in to find out what businesses, legal teams and privacy professionals need to know as APAC's data regulatory landscape continues to evolve.

US President Trump is expected to decide in the coming days whether to expand military operations against Iran and return to full-scale combat, a senior US official told Fox News.Senior US and Israeli officials are claiming Trump only has two realistic options: either promoting a new 10-day ceasefire with the aim of reopening the Strait of Hormuz, or launching a full-scale war on Iran, Axios reported.A US official said if US President Trump decides to expand the war, the strikes will include Tehran and nuclear sites, according to Al Arabiya.APAC stocks traded mixed following the subdued handover from the US. Crude futures were mildly lower in range-bound trade. European equity futures indicate a marginally lower cash market open with Euro Stoxx 50 futures down 0.2%.UK PM Burnham surprisingly appointed John Healey as Chancellor; Gilts and UK defence names on watch.Looking ahead, highlights include UK Jobs Report (May), PSNB (Jun), German/EU ZEW Economic Sentiment Index (Jul), US ADP Employment Change Weekly, NBH Policy Announcement (Jul). Supply from the UK & Germany. Earnings from General Motors & 3M.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

Iran said it has suspended the implementation of the MoU, suggesting that the US had “violated” commitments within the framework; Brent +2.4%.US and Iran continued to exchange strikes; Iran killed two US service members in Jordan and one in Iraq. The US continued to target Iranian military capabilities. US is said to be planning for a wider war, according to a US official, cited by the Washington Post. APAC stocks were mixed; tech underperformance weighed on the KOSPI. European equity futures are indicative of a flat open. DXY traded steady; Antipodeans led the gains, whilst the CHF and JPY were flat. Looking ahead, highlights include Canadian Inflation (Jun), New Zealand Inflation (Q2).Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

A thousand days after October 7th — and Benjamin Netanyahu wants to talk about unity. This week, as Israel edges closer toward elections, Yonit and Jonathan discuss a prime minister campaigning on togetherness after- say his critics- a long career spent dividing Israelis against each other, and trace the strange alliance between Israel's nationalist right and the ultra-Orthodox parties who for the most part reject Zionism on principle.   Zohran Mamdani keeps doubling down on Israel and AIPAC, six months into his mayoralty — and sees no reason to slow down. And as America turns 250, Jonathan asks an uncomfortable question about what happens to a constitution when the people meant to enforce it simply don't.   Plus: our Chutzpah award goes to a finance minister taking credit for something he objected to while our Mensch of the week pulls off an unexpected feat of German diplomacy - and language.