SpaceX valuation has stabilized since its post-IPO volatility, and a scheduled Nasdaq-100 rebalancing later this month could raise the company’s index weight. Passive funds and ETFs might buy more than $15bn in shares as a result. #SpaceX #Nasdaq100 #FiatNews
Apple unveiled its first foldable model, the iPhone Duo, aiming to revive growth in its core product line as the global conventional smartphone market expands slowly. The launch marks Apple’s entry into the foldable smartphone segment. #Apple #iPhone #FiatNews
European equities slipped in afternoon trade, with indexes down roughly 0.5–0.8%. US major averages (Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq) each fell about 0.5%. By contrast, Prague’s PX closed up 0.6%; top performers included VIG, Kofola and Doosan. #markets #PX #FiatNews
US PPI for August rose 5.4% year-on-year, slightly above estimates. The acceleration was driven largely by energy prices, reflecting the impact of higher oil costs on producer inflation. #PPI #inflation #FiatNews
ECB raises deposit rate by 0.25ppt to 2.50%. The bank kept its 2024 eurozone inflation forecast at 2.5% (up from 2.3%) and expects average inflation this year around 3%. ECB warned that inflation could exceed projections while growth lags; EUR/USD trades near 1.1630. #ECB #EURUSD #FiatNews
SpaceX could amplify Nasdaq 100’s month‑end rebalancing, potentially prompting large passive inflows. After a turbulent period following its June IPO, the company’s share price has stabilised, but market participants are watching the regular Nasdaq 100 reweighting due at the end of the month. Analysts say an increased index weight could force purchases by passive funds and ETFs exceeding $15 billion. The move would be mechanical—funds tracking the index must adjust holdings to reflect the new composition and weights. The development highlights how index rebalances can materially affect individual stocks, supplying a near‑term demand shock tied to portfolio tracking rather than new fundamental news. #SpaceX #Nasdaq100 #ETF #FiatNews
On 10 September 2026 the European Central Bank raised interest rates by a quarter percentage point, the bank said in a press release. The increase was in line with market expectations and affects the ECB’s key rates.
The ECB’s deposit rate now stands at 2.50% following the 25 basis point hike. The decision was announced today in the bank’s statement; no further details or quotes were provided in the source note. #ECB #Eurozone #FiatNews
The International Energy Agency (IEA) said global demand for coal will not fall this year because of developments in the Middle East and will instead reach a record high. In the IEA’s half‑year market update published on 10 September 2026, the agency projected world coal demand to rise by 1.2% in 2026, bringing total consumption to about 8.94 billion tonnes.
The IEA flagged that tensions in the Middle East are supporting stronger coal use this year, reversing expectations of a decline. The update underlines that, despite long‑term decarbonisation goals, near‑term energy security and regional supply dynamics can still push fossil fuel consumption higher.
The projection highlights continued reliance on coal in some regions and may influence short‑term energy markets and policy debates on supply and emissions. #IEA #coal #energy #MiddleEast #FiatNews
President Donald Trump’s investment portfolio has strengthened notably amid the ongoing war between the United States, Israel and Iran, driven by a sharp rise in energy commodity prices. The conflict has had clear geopolitical effects that fed through into energy markets.
Rising oil and gas prices have boosted valuations across energy-sector holdings within the president’s portfolio, producing a materially positive effect on its value. The move reflects direct links between commodity price swings and equity valuations in energy names.
The episode highlights how geopolitical shocks that tighten perceived supply can quickly lift energy assets and change the composition and performance of investor portfolios. #DonaldTrump #Energy #Oil #FiatNews
Bond yields are rising as firmer oil prices and U.S. pre‑election fiscal pledges weigh on markets ahead of key economic data and the ECB meeting. The combination of higher energy costs and potential increases in government spending is being cited as a factor pushing yields upward.
With the U.S. election approaching, analysts note that pre‑election payouts add a new risk to public finances—and therefore to sovereign debt markets. In a prominent example, Donald Trump proposed paying each voter $5,000 if Republicans win, a pledge viewed as increasing fiscal strain.
Traders are watching upcoming macro releases and the European Central Bank’s decisions for signals on the pace of monetary policy and how long bond yields may stay elevated. #Oil #Bonds #ECB #Trump #FiatNews
