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Investing.com-- Oil prices rose slightly in Asian trade on Tuesday, sticking to three-month highs as signs of tighter supply and expectations of more Chinese stimulus helped offset uncertainty over an upcoming Federal Reserve meeting.

Investing.com-- Gold prices edged lower on Tuesday, extending losses into a fourth straight session as markets hunkered down before a Federal Reserve meeting this week, while copper saw some strength as focus remained on Chinese stimulus measures.

Dow Jones Industrial Average led Wall Street higher on Monday and notched its longest winning streak in six years as investors bet on sectors beyond technology in a week filled with earnings reports and a Federal Reserve meeting. «What you're seeing now is people broadening the breadth of the market,» said Randy Frederick, managing director of trading and derivatives at the Schwab Center for Financial Research. «People are starting to maybe take some profits (in tech) and invest in other parts of the markets that they might see a little bit better bargain.» Investors are awaiting Microsoft, Google-owner Alphabet and Meta Platforms earnings this week, which will show whether their stocks justify sky-high valuations.

Morgan Stanley is seeking to launch its next wave of exchange-traded funds after reentering the industry in February, nearly three decades after helping to birth the now $7.5 trillion industry. 

release from the hospital, where he had undergone the implantation of a pacemaker, adding yet another dramatic twist to the ongoing events. While Netanyahu's supporters celebrated their triumph and pledged to proceed with further reforms, thousands of protesters took to the streets in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv to express their opposition.  Moreover, opponents of the law stated their intentions to challenge it in the Supreme Court, signaling a continued struggle over the proposed changes in the country's justice system.  “It’s a sad day," Associated Press quoted Opposition leader Yair Lapid as saying after the vote.

Poonawalla Fincorp Monday reported a 62% on-year rise in profit after tax in April-June to ₹200.23 crore with the firm registering its highest ever quarterly disbursements at ₹7,063 crore. On a sequential basis, the non-bank lender's net profit rose 10.8% from ₹180.69 crore in January-March.

By Stephanie Kelly

Netflix has unveiled the «My Netflix» tab, which is now available on iOS and may launch on Android in early August. It revolutionizes content discovery. Subscribers can quickly explore and play new TV series and movies added to Netflix's vast library. The tab serves as a one-stop destination for personalized recommendations, bypassing algorithm-driven suggestions. Accessible from mobile phones, «My Netflix» replaces the Downloads tab, enabling users to easily find and watch shows saved to their lists or in-progress series. Notifications and reminders ensure users never miss the latest episodes or unwatched favorites. Netflix emphasizes that users' interactions with the platform shape the content they encounter. By saving preferred genres or giving thumbs up to beloved series, subscribers will see more tailored suggestions on the «My Netflix» tab. This personalized approach aims to cater to diverse tastes and viewing preferences, enhancing the streaming experience. The introduction of «My Netflix» reflects Netflix's dedication to user-friendly features, adapting to the shifting landscape of TV consumption. As more viewers embrace mobile streaming, Netflix aims to make content discovery and playback seamless for its subscribers.

By Andrew Goudsward

Mining pioneer Peter Wright did his share of heavy lifting when he and Pilbara icon Lang Hancock set about building what would become a multibillion-dollar iron ore empire, a court heard on Monday. So Wright’s descendants should share equally in the royalty payments that still flow from their partnership, their lawyer said.

Harley Quinn, as it boasts clever writing, action-packed scenes, and unexpected twists that have captivated viewers over the years. As a result, anticipation is high for the premiere of season 4, set to air on July 27, 2023. Set in the ever-chaotic Gotham, season 4 promises more misadventures for Harley Quinn (voiced by Kaley Cuoco) and her crew. In this upcoming season, Harley finds herself collaborating with the Bat family, while Ivy (voiced by Lake Bell) lands a job with Lex Luthor. As depicted in the trailer, their professional lives are likely to intersect, leading to the usual array of crazy and hilarious situations that fans have come to love about the show.

Futurama is looking to delight fans with its third revival in 24 years on Hulu/Disney+. The sci-fi animated series brings exciting modern-day challenges and romantic moments for Fry and Leela, premiering on July 24, 2023, with 10 episodes in store. The long-awaited return of Futurama has fans ecstatic worldwide. The animated sci-fi comedy, renowned for its blend of science fiction, satire and humor, is making a comeback on Hulu/Disney+ for its 11th season.

US business activity slowed to a five-month low in July, dragged down by decelerating service-sector growth, closely watched survey data on Monday showed, but falling input prices and slowed hiring indicate the Federal Reserve could be making progress on important fronts in its bid to reduce inflation. S&P Global said its flash U.S. Composite PMI index, which tracks manufacturing and service sectors, fell to a reading of 52 in July from 53.2 in June.

Shark Tanks star Daymond John, a court has ordered former NFL player Al «Bubba» Baker, his wife, and his daughter not to make a comment about him. Thus John has been granted a permanent restrain against the three former contestants. This has come after Daymond John complained that the trio were making public statements on their social media sites about the nightmare experience with the celebrity investor. In the details order, issued by the court Al «Bubba» Baker, his wife, and his daughter have been asked not to make any comment that might be negative, disparaging, or false and may affect the reputation, goodwill, credibility, and value in any way. The court has also asked the Baker Family to delete the post in which they might have alleged that John had tried to capture their company Bubba’s Q Boneless Baby Back Ribs. The controversy is related to a show in which The Bakers appeared in 2014.

«The fundamental insight at the heart of our business is that Indian customers love fast delivery. This is remarkably clear in customer retention data, survey data and even in regular conversations that we have with our customers,» said Aadit Palicha, co-founder at quick commerce platform Zepto.

Borrowers in Sydney’s south-western suburbs and in Melbourne’s north-west are more than twice as likely to be a month or more behind paying their home loans, data compiled by ratings agency S&P has found.

Investing.com — Pressing on with gains from four weeks, oil bulls targeted $80 per barrel for U.S. crude on Monday — and correspondingly higher prices for global benchmark Brent — as they turned what would typically be a mundane three-day stretch before a Federal Reserve rate decision into a hive activity.

NEW DELHI : The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) has initiated discussions on the potential imposition of countervailing duty (CVD) on stainless steel, raising hopes within the industry that such an action will curb cheap imports from China and support small and medium producers in India, two people familiar with the development said. The PMO has started talks with the industry and the ministries of steel and commerce, the people said, requesting anonymity. “The PMO has sought details on the impact of not implementing CVD on local producers," one of the two people said.

Oscar nominee Greta Gerwig’ Barbie’ proved itself to be the best movie by a female director with the opening of USD 162 million. On the other hand, Christopher Nolan-directed biographical drama Oppenheimer reached USD 82.4 million. Disney’s Haunted Mansion opened around USD 32 million.

Cillian Murphy has left a lasting impact on Hollywood with his remarkable performances in various movies and TV shows. Notably, he portrayed the protagonist in Christopher Nolan's latest cinematic masterpiece, 'Oppenheimer' (2023), which earned an impressive 97 per cent rating on Rotten Tomatoes. 47-year-old Irish actor and Nolan have collaborated on multiple projects before, including «Batman Begins», where Murphy's portrayal of the villainous Scarecrow left a strong impression on audiences.

New Delhi: The consumption of petr-oleum products in India during April-June rose 4.9% to 58.8 million metric tonne. During the same period of the last financial year, consumption of petroleum products stood at 55.4 MMT. Data from Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell (PPAC) showed that the growth was led by a 13.4% growth in jet fuel consumption, followed by 8.1% in diesel and 6.8% in petrol.