Despite fears that President Donald Trump&#8216;s aggressive tariff policy would crush the appeal of U.S. assets, foreign investors are doing the exact opposite—buying American securities at a record-setting pace and powering one of the strongest <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/expert-ideas">rallies in recent history.</a>



According to May&#8217;s Treasury International Capital System (TICS) data, total net capital inflows into the U.S. reached an unprecedented $1.76 trillion over the 12 months ending in May 2025. 



That includes everything from Treasuries and corporate bonds to stocks and Treasury bills.



These numbers flatly defy the doomsday narrative of an "end to U.S. exceptionalism" that followed Trump's April 2 tariffs, which had briefly sent stocks, bonds and the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/04/44710975/wall-streets-american-exceptionalism-trade-falters-as-dollar-stocks-bonds-all-slide">dollar tumbling in unison.</a>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">‘US Exceptionalism' Was Supposed To End With Trump — Instead, It's Breaking New Records</h3>



In a note shared Monday, veteran Wall Street strategist Ed Yardeni said that despite the noise, investors abroad are not fleeing U.S. markets.



"Doomsters warn that foreign investors are losing their confidence in U.S. Treasuries and in the U.S. dollar," he said.



"Yet, the Treasury&#8217;s latest TICS data show that they remain strong buyers of U.S. debt."



Foreign investors poured $597 billion into U.S. equities over the past year—setting a record pace that aligns closely with the dramatic rebound in U.S. stock markets. 



Since the correction low on April 8, the S&amp;P 500 – as tracked by the Vanguard S&amp;P 500 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VOO#NYSE">VOO</a>) – has surged 26.4% breaking new all-time highs. 



During May alone, $114 billion flowed into U.S. stocks, while another $146 billion was allocated to Treasuries and bonds.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Foreign Investors Drive Wall Street Boom</h3>



A key insight from the data is that private foreign investors, rather than official government institutions, are leading the charge. 



Of the $1.76 trillion in inflows, just $33.5 billion came from official foreign accounts, while an overwhelming $1.73 trillion was attributed to private investors—pension funds, asset managers and institutions with a long-term mandate for returns and stability.



The U.S. bond market also witnessed robust international buying. Foreign purchases of U.S. bonds totaled $941 billion in the past year, including $541 billion into Treasuries, $267 billion into corporate bonds and $133 billion into agency paper.



In the short-term market, inflows into Treasury bills hit $336 billion over the same period, with private investors accounting for $193 billion of that total.



This surge in demand helps explain why long-term bond yields have remained surprisingly stable despite fiscal pressures and rate volatility. The 10-year Treasury yield has hovered between 4.25% and 4.75% for much of the year, a range that Yardeni said reflects a normalization in bond pricing last seen before the Great Financial Crisis.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Why Is The Dollar Still Weak?</h3>



One piece of the puzzle remains confusing. 



Despite the massive foreign capital inflows, the U.S. dollar index (DXY) has plunged by 10% in 2025. Yardeni called the dollar's drop a "correction," not a new long-term trend.



He said the divergence between flows and dollar performance may reverse soon, especially as bond and equity demand remains solid and U.S. growth stays ahead of global peers.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Faith In US Market Dominance Holds Firm</h3>



The strength of U.S. inflows suggests that global investors see Trump's trade war not as a deal-breaker, but a temporary hurdle. 



"Our faith in the kindness of strangers has been validated by the latest Treasury data," Yardeni said.



The latest data leaves little doubt: despite trade tensions, fiscal ballooning and a shifting global landscape, U.S. markets remain the preferred destination for global capital. 



And as long as American assets continue to deliver returns—and relative economic outperformance—foreign investors are not just staying in the game, they're doubling down.



For now, the "Sell America" narrative has been buried under $1.76 trillion worth of foreign conviction.



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Alphabet Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) is set to release its second-quarter earnings on Tuesday. Analysts anticipate robust results, despite concerns over the impact of AI on the company&#8217;s core search business.



What Happened: Alphabet, along with other Big Tech companies, continues to invest billions in AI development and infrastructure. However, the rise of AI-backed chatbot alternatives poses a significant threat to Alphabet&#8217;s core search business, according to a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.marketwatch.com/story/alphabets-earnings-will-probably-be-fine-analysts-say-but-it-faces-this-threat-to-its-core-business-ca255ba2">report</a>&nbsp;by MarketWatch.



Check out the current price of&nbsp;<a href="https://benzinga.com/quote/GOOG" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">GOOG stock here</a>.



Truist analyst Youssef Squali pointed out that despite the concerns, search demand likely remained strong in the second quarter, supported by solid results from YouTube and the company's cloud division.



&#8220;Concerns over AI evolution in Search (and regulatory pressures to a lesser degree) have weighed on [Alphabet],&#8221; stated Squali. However, he added: &#8220;we believe that current valuation reflects much of those concerns, and that AI Search remains Google&#8217;s war to lose.&#8221;



Despite these positive predictions, there are concerns about the long-term impact of AI on Alphabet&#8217;s search business.&nbsp;More bearish investors, as noted by BofA analysts, suggest that AI-powered chatbots like OpenAI&#8217;s ChatGPT and Anthropic&#8217;s Claude provide alternatives to traditional search engines, which&nbsp;&#8220;could show up in near-term click results.&#8221;



They also raise questions about Alphabet&#8217;s future, particularly after losing some antitrust cases and its ability to monetize AI overviews appearing in search results.



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Why It Matters: Earlier this month, Alphabet made a strategic move to bolster its AI capabilities. The company&nbsp;finalized a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46380738/google-beats-openai-secures-windsurf-technology-ceo-and-key-staff-for-2-4-billion">$2.4 billion</a> deal&nbsp;with AI coding startup Windsurf, which included licensing technology and hiring Windsurf&#8217;s CEO and key employees. This move was seen as a significant step in Alphabet&#8217;s AI development strategy.



Alphabet&#8217;s investment in AI is also reflected in its efforts to attract top AI talent. The company&nbsp;revamped its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46382125/google-software-engineers-see-pay-surge-amid-ai-boom-heres-how-much-they-would-be-paid">pay structure&nbsp;</a>to offer substantial salaries to software engineers, a move aimed at retaining and attracting top-tier AI professionals.



Despite several challenges, optimists believe that Google&#8217;s deep relationships with publishers, its vast first-party data, and the underappreciated businesses outside of search, such as its cloud segment, YouTube, and Waymo, give it an edge over AI platforms.



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Domino&#8217;s Pizza Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DPZ#NYSE">DPZ</a>) stock is trading higher on Monday after the company reported its <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/07/n46513903/dominos-pizza-announces-second-quarter-2025-financial-results" rel="noreferrer noopener">second-quarter 2025 earnings</a>.



The pizza giant reported second-quarter revenue of $1.15 billion, beating the analyst <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">consensus estimate</a> of $1.14 billion.



Revenues increased 4.3% year over year, primarily due to higher supply chain revenues, higher U.S. franchise royalties and fees, and higher U.S. franchise advertising revenues.



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The increase in supply chain revenues was primarily attributable to an increase in the company&#8217;s food basket pricing to stores, which increased 4.8% and higher order volumes.



These increases were partially offset by a shift in the relative mix of products sold by the company and the transition of the company&#8217;s equipment and supplies business to a third-party supplier.



The company reported earnings per share (EPS) of $3.81, falling short of the consensus estimate of $3.93.



Global retail sales increased by 5.6% when excluding the impact of foreign currency fluctuations. In the U.S., same-store sales grew by 3.4%, while international same-store sales, also excluding foreign currency impact, increased by 2.4%.



The company also saw significant expansion, with global net store growth totaling 178 new locations, including 30 in the U.S. and 148 internationally.



U.S. company-owned store gross margin&nbsp;decreased 2.0 percentage points in the second quarter of 2025, driven primarily by higher insurance costs and the increase in the company&#8217;s food basket pricing to stores. These decreases were partially offset by higher sales leverage.



The supply chain gross margin increased by 0.5 percentage points, primarily due to procurement productivity, partially offset by the company&#8217;s food basket cost increase.



The company&#8217;s income from operations increased 14.8% to $225 million. However, net income decreased 7.7% to $131.1 million, primarily due to an unfavorable change in pre-tax net realized and unrealized losses associated with the company&#8217;s investment in DPC&nbsp;Dash&nbsp;Ltd, as well as a higher effective tax rate.



The company&#8217;s board declared a quarterly dividend of $1.74 per share to be paid on September 30. During the quarter, Domino&#8217;s repurchased and retired 315,696 shares of common stock for $150 million, with $614.3 million remaining in its share repurchase authorization.



Russell Weiner, Domino&#8217;s CEO on Monday said, &#8220;In the U.S., both delivery and carryout grew, driving meaningful market share gains within the U.S. pizza QSR category. We are now fully rolled out on the two largest aggregators and offer all the major crust types, including stuffed crust.&nbsp;With what we believe are best-in-class unit economics, the largest advertising budget, a robust supply chain, and a rewards program that is bigger than ever, our business is well-positioned.&#8221;



Price Action: At last check Monday, DPZ stock was trading higher by 3.83% to $483.79 during the premarket session.



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Cryptocurrency markets are trading higher on Monday morning, with Ethereum and Solana leading the rally.



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><tbody><tr><td>Cryptocurrency</td><td>Ticker</td><td>Price</td></tr><tr><td>Bitcoin</td><td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)</td><td>$118,635.30</td></tr><tr><td>Ethereum</td><td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>)</td><td>$3,808.47</td></tr><tr><td>Solana</td><td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/sol/usd">SOL</a>)</td><td>$191.41</td></tr><tr><td>XRP</td><td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd">XRP</a>)</td><td>$3.55</td></tr><tr><td>Dogecoin</td><td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>)</td><td>$0.2719</td></tr><tr><td>Shiba Inu</td><td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/shib/usd">SHIB</a>)</td><td>$0.00001567</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



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<li>IntoTheBlock data shows Bitcoin and Ethereum large transaction decreased by 3% and increased 83%, respectively. Daily active addresses dropped 1.5% and 6%, respectively.</li>



<li>Coinglass data shows 130,295 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $403.06 million.</li>



<li>SoSoValue data shows net inflows of $363.5 million into spot Bitcoin ETFs on Thursday. Spot Ethereum ETFs saw net inflows of $402.5 million.</li>
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Trader Notes: Crypto trader CrediBULL Crypto noted that Bitcoin was rejected on its recent upward move, suggesting that the next impulsive wave isn't quite ready yet. 



BTC is currently holding the H1 demand zone, which serves as the final key support before potentially retesting the $115,700 level.



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">A rejection as we moved up makes it clear our next impulsive wave is not ready to play out just yet. Currently finding support at H1 demand, the last area of support standing in the way of the lows at 115.7k. Nice to see alts holding up relatively well regardless. Let&#39;s see… <a href="https://t.co/w9crvuR4vs">https://t.co/w9crvuR4vs</a> <a href="https://t.co/udg7XjdGyw">pic.twitter.com/udg7XjdGyw</a>&mdash; CrediBULL Crypto (@CredibleCrypto) <a href="https://twitter.com/CredibleCrypto/status/1947110513151799553?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 21, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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Glassnode data <a href="https://x.com/glassnode/status/1947201471788843315">shows</a> all major BTC wallet cohorts—including whales holding 10,000+ BTC are accumulating aggressively, at levels not seen since December 2024. 



This cross-tier accumulation suggests broad conviction in Bitcoin's longer-term uptrend, even as short-term momentum cools.



Ethereum is now approaching its cycle highs, with the daily RSI at its highest level this cycle, <a href="https://x.com/DaanCrypto/status/1947242128360267843">notes</a> Daan Crypto Trades. 



While this doesn't confirm an immediate reversal, the elevated RSI hints at possible overextension. 



The trader recommends patience, citing the need for a cooldown, leverage flush, or at least sideways consolidation to reset indicators and build a healthier setup for continuation.



XRP just logged its highest weekly close ever, according to GalaxyBTC, a breakout that could surprise many and signal the early stages of a much larger rally.



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Solana, as <a href="https://x.com/Degen_Hardy/status/1947225210219872289">noted </a>by Degen Hardy, has broken through a major resistance zone, confirming a bullish breakout from its ascending triangle pattern. A daily close above the breakout line would further validate this move, setting up for a long entry on a successful retest.



Dogecoin is playing out a classic Double Bottom formation, <a href="https://x.com/TATrader_Alan/status/1947219269332390398">says</a> Trader Tardigrade. With the neckline breakout confirmed, the next move could be a short-term pullback to the neckline before pushing higher toward the target of $0.476.



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Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) has issued an urgent security alert after uncovering active cyberattacks targeting SharePoint server software widely used by U.S. government agencies and businesses for internal document sharing.



What Happened: On Saturday, Microsoft disclosed that previously unknown vulnerabilities in on-premises SharePoint servers are being exploited in a "zero-day" attack, reported Reuters.



The company confirmed that SharePoint Online in Microsoft 365 is not affected. "We&#8217;ve been coordinating closely with CISA, DOD Cyber Defense Command, and key cybersecurity partners globally throughout our response," a Microsoft spokesperson said.



The company warned that the vulnerability allows an authorized attacker to conduct spoofing over a network, masquerading as a trusted source to manipulate data or access sensitive information.



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The Washington Post first <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2025/07/20/microsoft-sharepoint-hack/">reported</a> the attacks, noting that unidentified actors exploited the flaw in recent days to target U.S. and international agencies. Tens of thousands of servers may be at risk, according to cybersecurity experts cited in the report.



The FBI confirmed it is aware of the attacks and is working closely with federal and private-sector partners to assess the threat. However, it did not disclose further details.



Microsoft did not immediately respond to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga's</a> request for comments.



Why It's Important: On Friday, Microsoft announced it would <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46507658/microsoft-ends-china-based-tech-support-for-pentagon-projects-amid-national-security-backlash">no longer involve engineers based in China</a> in supporting its cloud-computing projects for the U.S. Defense Department.



The decision follows a ProPublica investigation that brought the practice to light, leading Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to initiate a review of the Pentagon's cloud contracts.



In June, reports indicated that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/45897154/microsoft-to-roll-out-ai-copilot-for-pentagon-by-summer-2025-tailoring-productivity-tool-for-high-security-government-use-report">Microsoft plans to launch</a> its AI Copilot tool for the Pentagon by summer 2025. A top executive mentioned that a major client with over 1 million Microsoft 365 licenses will adopt Copilot, with the Pentagon seen as a likely candidate due to its massive workforce.



Earlier this month, it was reported that Alphabet Inc.'s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) Google plans to significantly <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/07/46360515/trump-pushes-google-amazon-microsoft-to-cut-cloud-prices-20-billion-it-budget-on-chopping-block-as-oracle-sets-precedent-report">lower its cloud computing prices</a> for the U.S. government, following pressure from the Donald Trump administration to cut costs on federal IT contracts worth over $20 billion annually.



This move follows Oracle Corp&#8217;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>) steep discounts, and similar price cuts are expected from Microsoft Azure and Amazon.com, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) Web Services. The effort is part of a broader government initiative to reduce IT spending.



Price Action: Microsoft shares have climbed 21.85% year-to-date and gained 15.15% over the past 12 months. On Friday, the stock dipped 0.32% during regular trading, according to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/register?utm_adType=bzprocontent&amp;utm_campaign=14daytrial&amp;utm_ad=0717">Benzinga Pro data</a>.



Benzinga&#8217;s Edge Stock Rankings indicate that MSFT continues to show strong upward momentum across short, medium and long-term timeframes. However, despite its solid momentum score, the stock&#8217;s value rating remains comparatively lower. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-4/#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">Further performance insights can be found here</a>.



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Block, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XYZ#NYSE">XYZ</a>) shares are soaring in overnight trading on Sunday ahead of the S&amp;P 500 debut of the Jack Dorsey-founded fintech company.



What happened: Block was <a href="https://robinhood.com/us/en/stocks/XYZ/">up</a> 8.31% as of this writing on the Robinhood trading platform.&nbsp;



The company's inclusion in the coveted S&amp;P 500 index, seen as the barometer of the U.S. stock market, will become effective July 23, according to a press release shared Friday.



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Why It Matters: Block, formerly known as Square, was founded in 2009 and specializes in point-of-sale systems and payment solutions. It gradually expanded its portfolio, placing a special focus on cryptocurrencies, particularly Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>).



Today, its offerings include the &#8216;Bitcoin-only&#8217; Cash App <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/06/45763806/jack-dorsey-touts-bitcoin-only-cash-app-says-blocks-wallet-improving-rapidly">digital wallet service</a>, the self-custody Bitcoin wallet Bitkey, the Bitcoin mining product suite Proto and the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46272105/jack-dorsey-unveils-bitchat-a-decentralized-bluetooth-powered-server-free-messaging-service">Bluetooth-powered</a> messaging service Bitchat.



The firm announced a new strategy, effective April 2024, wherein it would allocate 10% of its monthly Bitcoin-related gross profit to purchase additional Bitcoins. It holds a total of 8,584 BTC, worth over $1 billion, as of this writing, <a href="https://bitcointreasuries.net/">according</a> to Bitcoin Treasuries.



Price Action:  Shares of Block closed 2.95% higher at $72.82  during Friday&#8217;s regular trading session. The stock has risen 81% over the last month. According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?_gl=1&#x2A;380nj0&#x2A;_ga&#x2A;MTEyOTAyOTcxMy4xNzEzMzY0NTYy&#x2A;_ga_V7ZK73W7N0&#x2A;MTcxNDk4MzIzMi42LjEuMTcxNDk4OTE0Ni4wLjAuMA..">data from Benzinga Pro</a>. Year-to-date, the coin has lost over 14%.



The stock exhibited a very high growth score—a measure of the stock&#8217;s combined historical expansion in earnings and revenue across multiple periods. How does it compare with&nbsp;Coinbase Global Inc.&nbsp;COIN&nbsp;and other cryptocurrency-related stocks? Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Edge Stock Rankings</a>&nbsp;and find out.



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U.S. stock futures were positive on Monday after ending mostly lower on Friday. Futures of major benchmark indices were higher.



Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick reiterated Aug. 1 as the &#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/economic-data/25/07/46512424/howard-lutnick-says-trumps-august-1-tariff-hard-deadline-is-final-smaller-nations-face-10-base-rate">hard deadline</a>&#8221; for tariffs but added that the administration is willing to negotiate even after that date. 



Investors will also look out for the big-ticket earnings this week, including those of Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) and Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>).



Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.38% and the two-year bond was at 3.85%. The CME Group's FedWatch <a href="https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/interest-rates/cme-fedwatch-tool.html">tool</a>&#8216;s projections show markets pricing a 95.3% likelihood of the Federal Reserve keeping the current interest rates unchanged in its July meeting.



<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><tbody><tr><td>Futures</td><td>Change (+/-)</td></tr><tr><td>Dow Jones</td><td>0.28%</td></tr><tr><td>S&amp;P 500</td><td>0.28%</td></tr><tr><td>Nasdaq 100</td><td>0.30%</td></tr><tr><td>Russell 2000</td><td>0.66%</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), which track the S&amp;P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, were higher in premarket on Monday. The SPY was up 0.30% at $629.46, while the QQQ advanced 0.32% to $563.06, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a> data.



Cues From Last Session:



Stocks in the Utilities, Consumer Discretionary, and Real Estate sectors recorded the biggest gains on Friday. Conversely, Energy, Health Care, and Consumer Staples stocks ended the session lower.



American Express Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXP#NYSE">AXP</a>) ended 2.35% lower despite reporting better-than-expected fiscal second-quarter 2025 results on Friday. MEI Pharma Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MEIP#NASDAQ">MEIP</a>) surged 31.55% after the company announced a $100 million private placement, with plans to use the proceeds to launch a Litecoin treasury strategy.



In the last week, Dow Jones declined 0.01%, S&amp;P 500 rose 0.67% and Nasdaq Composite advanced by 1.47%.



On the economic data front, the University of Michigan's consumer sentiment index came in at a five-month high for June. One-year inflation expectations fell to 4.4%, down from 5% in the prior month, easing concerns that tariffs are stoking broader price pressures.



The Dow Jones index ended 142 points or 0.32% lower at 44,342.19, whereas the S&amp;P 500 index fell below the flatline by 0.009% to 6,296.79. Nasdaq Composite advanced 0.048% to 20,895.66, and the small-cap gauge, Russell 2000, tumbled 0.61% to end at 2,240.01.



<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><tbody><tr><td>Index</td><td>Performance (+/-)</td><td>Value</td></tr><tr><td>Nasdaq Composite</td><td>0.048%</td><td>20,895.66</td></tr><tr><td>S&amp;P 500</td><td>-0.009%</td><td>6,296.79</td></tr><tr><td>Dow Jones</td><td>-0.32%</td><td>44,342.19</td></tr><tr><td>Russell 2000</td><td>-0.61%</td><td>2,240.01</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



Insights From Analysts:



Ryan Detrick from Carson Research highlighted in an X post that the &#8220;market continues to favor the bulls.&#8221;



Highlighting JC Parets&#8217; data, he said that the technology stocks were outperforming relative to consumer staples stocks. Also, underscoring Cam Hui&#8217;s data, he explained that defensive stocks were lagging.



Detrick called these as &#8220;bullish&#8221; signs.



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Message of the market continues to favor the &#x1f402;s.<a href="https://twitter.com/JC_ParetsX?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JC_ParetsX</a> shows that tech relative to staples is breaking out = higher overall prices likely coming.<a href="https://twitter.com/HumbleStudent?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@HumbleStudent</a> shows the defensive stuff is still lagging, another bullish sign, as we don&#39;t want this stuff leading. <a href="https://t.co/qF7PpAeC6V">pic.twitter.com/qF7PpAeC6V</a>&mdash; Ryan Detrick, CMT (@RyanDetrick) <a href="https://twitter.com/RyanDetrick/status/1947025025594167555?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 20, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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In another post, Detrick said that the mention of inflation in S&amp;P 500 transcripts was at its lowest since early 2021.



Highlighting this, he said that &#8220;it does appear the door is open for cuts,&#8221; adding a rhetorical question, saying that &#8220;Will they do it is another question.&#8221;



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Mentions of inflation in S&amp;P 500 transcripts is lowest since early &#39;21 Even the heavily skewed by politics University of Michigan survey showed improving inflation expectations Coupled with CPI/PPI, it does appear the door is open for cuts. Will they do it is another question <a href="https://t.co/eqTormpNct">pic.twitter.com/eqTormpNct</a>&mdash; Ryan Detrick, CMT (@RyanDetrick) <a href="https://twitter.com/RyanDetrick/status/1947003873425510782?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 20, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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Meanwhile, Louis Navellier of Navellier &amp; Associates said that &#8220;regardless of whether or not the Fed cuts at its July FOMC meeting, a dovish FOMC statement is now virtually guaranteed to a growing number of members who want to cut.&#8221;



He mentioned Fed Governor Christopher Waller&#8216;s comments from Friday morning, where he laid out the case why the Fed should cut key interest rates to support a soft labor market.



&#8220;Specifically, Waller said the U.S. economy's momentum has slowed significantly, and he expects it to &#8216;remain soft&#8217; for the rest of 2025. Waller also said the task of analyzing the labor market is complicated by recent immigration crackdowns,&#8221; Navellier said.



He also pointed out that &#8220;There&#8217;s no evidence of tariffs in the wholesale price report.&#8221;



This was as the Labor Department reported that the Producer Price Index (PPI) was unchanged in June, which was substantially below economists' consensus estimate of a 0.2% increase.



Excluding food, energy, and trade services, the core PPI was also unchanged in June, which was also below economists' consensus estimate of a 0.2% increase.



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Upcoming Economic Data



Here&#8217;s what investors will keep an eye on this week:



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<li>On Monday, June&#8217;s U.S. leading economic indicators data will be released by 10:00 a.m. ET.</li>
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<li>On Tuesday, Fed Chair Jerome Powell will give his opening remarks at the banking conference at 8:30 a.m. ET.</li>
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<li>On Wednesday, June&#8217;s existing home sales data will be out by 10:00 a.m. ET.</li>
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<li>On Thursday, the initial jobless claims data for the week ended July 19 will be announced by 8:30 a.m. ET.</li>
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<li>July&#8217;s S&amp;P flash U.S. services and manufacturing PMI will be out by 9:45 a.m., and June&#8217;s new home sales data will be released by 10:00 a.m. ET.</li>
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<li>On Friday, June durable-goods orders data will be announced by 8:30 a.m. ET.</li>
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Stocks In Focus:



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<li>Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>) was 0.76% higher in premarket on Monday as analysts expect it to report earnings of $1.19 per share on revenue of $33.57 billion before the opening bell.</li>
</ul>



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<li>Domino&#8217;s Pizza Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DPZ#NASDAQ">DPZ</a>) was up 0.44% as it is expected to report earnings before the opening bell. Analysts estimate earnings of $3.95 per share on revenue of $1.14 billion.</li>
</ul>



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<li>NXP Semiconductors NV (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NXPI#NASDAQ">NXPI</a>) rose 0.19% as analysts expect it to report earnings of $2.67 per share on revenue of $2.90 billion after the closing bell.</li>
</ul>



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<li>Steel Dynamics Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLD#NASDAQ">STLD</a>) was 0.74% above the flatline as it is expected to report earnings after the closing bell. Analysts estimate earnings of $2.42 per share on revenue of $4.76 billion.</li>
</ul>



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<li>Stellantis NV (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLA#NYSE">STLA</a>) dropped 1.41% after reporting preliminary loss of €2.3 billion in the first half of the year, while revenue came in at €74.3 billion, down from $85 billion in the first half of 2024.</li>
</ul>



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<li>Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALK#NYSE">ALK</a>) was 1.20% higher in premarket despite grounding its entire fleet due to an IT system issue.</li>
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Commodities, Gold, And Global Equity Markets:



Crude oil futures were trading lower in the early New York session by 0.53% to hover around $65.71 per barrel.



Gold Spot US Dollar rose 0.45% to hover around $3,365.47 per ounce. Its last record high stood at $3,500.33 per ounce. The U.S. Dollar Index spot was lower by 0.24% at the 98.2430 level.



Asian markets ended on a mixed note on Monday as Japan's Nikkei 225 and Australia's ASX 200 indices fell. While Hong Kong's Hang Seng, India's S&amp;P BSE Sensex, China&#8217;s CSI 300, and South Korea's Kospi indices rose. European markets were mostly lower in early trade.



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As Hollywood's summer box office heats up, Warner Bros. Discovery&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBD#NASDAQ">WBD</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/22/12/30116813/its-a-bird-its-a-plane-its-a-superhero-movie-franchise-rebrand-that-could-help-this-stock">&#8220;Superman&#8221; has crossed</a> $400 million globally, while Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMCSA#NASDAQ">CMCSA</a>) owned Universal's "Jurassic World Rebirth" is racing toward the $650 million mark.



What Happened: After two weekends in theaters, Superman has generated $406 million worldwide, including $235 million from North America and $171.8 million internationally, <a href="https://variety.com/2025/film/box-office/box-office-superman-jurassic-world-rebirth-milestones-1236465453/">reported</a> Variety on Sunday.



While domestic performance has held steady, overseas turnout has underwhelmed, with just $45.2 million added in the film's second weekend abroad.



The reboot, starring David Corenswet, is a pivotal launch for DC Studios' new cinematic era, which includes upcoming spinoffs like "Supergirl" and "Clayface," as well as a new "Wonder Woman" in development.



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Meanwhile, Jurassic World Rebirth continues its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/entertainment/25/07/46277528/dinosaurs-dominate-box-office-jurassic-world-rebirth-comcast">box office dominance</a>, pulling in $40.2 million from 82 international markets over the weekend.



The film's total now stands at $647 million globally, including $371 million from overseas territories. The dinosaur reboot, led by Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey and Mahershala Ali, is among only three Hollywood films this year to surpass the $600 million threshold.



Other newcomers included Paramount Global Inc.'s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PARA#NASDAQ">PARA</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PARAA#NASDAQ">PARAA</a>) "Smurfs" musical, which debuted to $36 million worldwide, and Sony Group Corp's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SONY#NYSE">SONY</a>) slasher sequel "I Know What You Did Last Summer," which opened to $24.6 million globally.



Apple Inc.'s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) "F1: The Movie," starring Brad Pitt, crossed $450 million in global earnings, the report added.



Why It&#8217;s Important: The new Superman movie is directed by James Gunn, who was first drawn to DC Studios in 2018 after Marvel fired him over resurfaced tweets, despite his acclaimed work directing the &#8220;Guardians of the Galaxy&#8221; films, <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2025/07/18/movies/superman-james-gunn-dc-studios-interview.html#:~:text=Best%20known%20for%20directing%20Marvel's,the%20filmmaker%20over%20resurfaced%20tweets.">reported</a> the New York Times.



Previously, actor Dean Cain, best known for portraying Superman in the 1990s TV series "Lois &amp; Clark," <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/entertainment/25/07/46357567/superman-an-immigrant-superhero-actor-says-warner-bros-film-is-woke-issues-box-office-warning">criticized Gunn&#8217;s superhero movie</a>, labeling it as &#8220;woke.&#8221;



The new Superman, Corenswet, replaced Henry Cavill, whose Superman films were <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/22/12/30116813/its-a-bird-its-a-plane-its-a-superhero-movie-franchise-rebrand-that-could-help-this-stock">major box office successes</a>, with "Man of Steel," "Justice League" and "Batman vs. Superman" collectively grossing over $2.2 billion worldwide.



The biggest hit was Batman vs. Superman, earning $874 million globally.



Price Action: Warner Bros. shares have climbed 21.20% over the past month. On Friday, the stock dipped 0.70% during regular hours and edged down another 0.24% in after-hours trading, according to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/register?utm_adType=bzprocontent&amp;utm_campaign=14daytrial&amp;utm_ad=0717">Benzinga Pro</a>.



Benzinga's Edge Stock Rankings indicate that WBD shows steady upward momentum across short, medium, and long-term periods. While it performs well on momentum, its growth score remains comparatively lower. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-4/#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">More detailed performance data can be found here</a>.



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Bitcoin consolidated, while other leading coins edged higher alongside stock futures on Sunday.



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><thead><tr><th>Cryptocurrency</th><th>Gains +/-</th><th>Price (Recorded at 10:20 p.m. ET)</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)</td><td>-0.13%</td><td>$117,776.52</td></tr><tr><td>Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td><td>+3.23%</td><td>$3,726.58</td></tr><tr><td>Dogecoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td><td>+6.24%</td><td>$0.2706</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



What Happened: Bitcoin hit the upper reaches of $118,000, then plummeted to an intraday low of $116,550 overnight. Trading volume rose 28% to $60 billion in the last 24 hours.



A transfer of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46510203/1-billion-bitcoin-transfer-triggers-massive-liquidations-this-is-where-it-was-offloaded">nearly $1 billion in BTC</a> created a flutter in the cryptocurrency market, leading to increased volatility and speculation of more sell pressure.



Meanwhile, Ethereum continued the charge, breaking $3,800 for the first time since mid-December.



Bitcoin's dominance fell to 60.1%, while Ethereum's market share increased to 11.6%, its highest since January.



Cryptocurrency liquidations hit $370 million in the last 24 hours, with&nbsp; $206 million in downside bets wiped out. Bitcoin accounted for



Bitcoin's open interest rose slightly by 0.38% in the last 24 hours. "Greed" sentiment prevailed in the market, according to the Crypto Fear &amp; Greed Index.



Top Gainers (24 Hours)



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><thead><tr><th>Cryptocurrency</th><th>Gains +/-</th><th>Price (Recorded at 10:20 p.m. ET)</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Hedera (HBAR)</td><td>+23.26%</td><td>$0.2898</td></tr><tr><td>Ethena (ENA)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td><td>+12.40%</td><td>$0.4927</td></tr><tr><td>dogwifhat (WIF)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td><td>+11.24%</td><td>$1.21 </td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



The global cryptocurrency market capitalization stood at $3.90 trillion, following a modest 0.84% increase in the last 24 hours.



Stock futures were slightly higher overnight on Sunday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average Futures rose 47 points, or 0.10%, as of 9:37 p.m. EDT.&nbsp; Futures tied to the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.11%, while Nasdaq 100 Futures added 0.18%.



Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick reiterated Aug. 1 as the "hard deadline" for tariffs but added that the administration is willing to negotiate even after that date.



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Investors will also look out for the big-ticket earnings this week, including those of Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) and Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>).&nbsp;



Stocks ascended to record levels on Thursday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped 229.71 points, or 0.52%, to end at 44,254.78. The S&amp;P 500 rose 0.54% to close at a new record of 6,297.36. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite gained 0.57%, also experiencing a record close of 20,885.65.



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Analyst Notes: Cryptocurrency commentator Bitbull underlined Bitcoin's consolidation after hitting record highs.



"This is actually a good thing as alts are rallying during this. But I think BTC another leg up will start within 2-3 weeks," BitBull said. "This will pump BTC above $130,000 and will also mark the local top."



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24BTC&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$BTC</a> is going through a consolidation phase after a new ATH. This is actually a good thing as alts are rallying during this. But I think BTC another leg up will start within 2-3 weeks. This will pump BTC above $130K and will also mark the local top. After that, there&#39;ll be a… <a href="https://t.co/0AmPN40b6E">pic.twitter.com/0AmPN40b6E</a>&mdash; BitBull (@AkaBull_) <a href="https://twitter.com/AkaBull_/status/1946848682898493572?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 20, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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Widely followed cryptocurrency analyst and trader Michaël van de Poppe stated that the altcoin bull market is "confirmed," highlighting a bearish divergence in Bitcoin dominance.



"The Bitcoin dominance has a strong bearish divergence confirmed, as it broke south of 65%," the analyst remarked. "The second half of the year is the best period of the year for altcoins, which means that this is the time to maximize your returns."



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">The <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Altcoin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Altcoin</a> bull market is confirmed. The Bitcoin dominance has a strong bearish divergence confirmed, as it broke south of 65%. The second half of the year is the best period of the year for <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Altcoins?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Altcoins</a>, which means that this is the time to maximize your returns. <a href="https://t.co/JJveFF8tzz">pic.twitter.com/JJveFF8tzz</a>&mdash; Michaël van de Poppe (@CryptoMichNL) <a href="https://twitter.com/CryptoMichNL/status/1946983945079324909?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 20, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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Bitcoin Flat As $1 Billion Whale Move Sparks Speculation, Ethereum, Dogecoin Spike: Analyst Says BTC's Next Leg Up Will Pump It Above $130,000

A Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) transfer of nearly $1 billion has caused a stir in the cryptocurrency market. 



What Happened: The transfer, which originated from&nbsp;Coinbase, was sent to an unidentified wallet, leading to speculation about potential institutional accumulation or a significant holder&#8217;s long-term cold storage.



According to the Whale <a href="https://whale-alert.io/transaction/bitcoin/287e831e628cef64ec8faefa844bc96f40e41670f0dda4c6b601b3748d5f2f9f">Alert</a>, 7,743 BTC, valued around $916.25 million, was moved from Coinbase to a new wallet. The transaction occurred when&nbsp;Bitcoin was trading at $118,329.11.&nbsp;This event is&nbsp;part of a larger trend&nbsp;of increased&nbsp;whale activity in the Bitcoin&nbsp;market.



As per <a href="https://app.intotheblock.com/coin/BTC/deep-dive?group=all&amp;chart=all">data</a> from IntoTheBlock confirms a significant increase in large transactions over the past two weeks, suggesting a resurgence of significant holders in the ecosystem.



Adding&nbsp;to the intrigue, a Bitcoin whale&nbsp;dormant for 14 years has&nbsp;reemerged, moving&nbsp;billions of dollars&#8217; worth of&nbsp;BTC in a matter of hours.



Also Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/05/45335892/decade-old-bitcoin-whale-emerges-transfers-207-51-million-btc-with-nearly-112000-profit">Decade-Old Bitcoin Whale Emerges, Transfers $207.51 Million BTC With Nearly 112,000% Profit</a>



Lookonchain tracked these transactions, totaling $8.7 billion,&nbsp;distributed across unknown wallets in&nbsp;a series of high-value transfers.&nbsp;This surge in&nbsp;whale activity has coincided with&nbsp;concerns of a potential Bitcoin&nbsp;price correction, with prices dipping below $117,000 earlier in the week.



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">The Satoshi-era Bitcoin OG has moved 40,192 <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24BTC&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$BTC</a>, worth $4.77B, to a single wallet. So far, he has already sent 40,009 <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24BTC&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$BTC</a>, valued at $4.69B, to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GalaxyDigital?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GalaxyDigital</a>. Address: bc1qs4nzm0je7wqfyfmqr4ht4upyzy57vc95nf4au0 Data <a href="https://twitter.com/nansen_ai?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@nansen_ai</a> <a href="https://t.co/Q56Cs7sIK5">pic.twitter.com/Q56Cs7sIK5</a>&mdash; Onchain Lens (@OnchainLens) <a href="https://twitter.com/OnchainLens/status/1945661588914278418?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 17, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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Moreover,&nbsp;the same long-dormant whale recently&nbsp;transferred 9,000 BTC ($1.06 billion)&nbsp;to&nbsp;Galaxy Digital. This move, along with another large transfer, has led to increased market volatility and speculation of more sell pressure.



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">This Bitcoin OG with 80,009 <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24BTC&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$BTC</a>($9.46B) transferred another 7,843 <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24BTC&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$BTC</a>($927M) to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GalaxyDigital?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GalaxyDigital</a>, for a total of 16,843 <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24BTC&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$BTC</a> ($2B). Galaxy Digital is depositing <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24BTC&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$BTC</a> to exchanges, and 2,000 <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24BTC&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$BTC</a>($236M) has been directly deposited to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bybit?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bybit</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Binance?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Binance</a>.<a href="https://t.co/Sm9UBYboIN">https://t.co/Sm9UBYboIN</a> <a href="https://t.co/rwxHtrV0DQ">pic.twitter.com/rwxHtrV0DQ</a>&mdash; Lookonchain (@lookonchain) <a href="https://twitter.com/lookonchain/status/1944959737742946600?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 15, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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Why It Matters: The recent spike in whale activity, coupled with the significant Bitcoin transfer, has led to increased speculation and volatility in the cryptocurrency market. 



The resurgence of a long-dormant Bitcoin whale and the transfer of&nbsp;billions of dollars&#8217; worth of&nbsp;BTC in a short span has added to the uncertainty. 



The impact of these activities on the Bitcoin price and the overall market dynamics remains to be seen.



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$1 Billion Bitcoin Transfer Triggers Massive Liquidations — This Is Where It Was Offloaded

As the weekend wraps up, there&#8217;s no shortage of intriguing stories surrounding&nbsp;Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>). From acquisition speculations to legal disputes, the tech giant has been at the center of numerous headlines. Here&#8217;s a quick recap of the top five stories that made waves over the weekend.



Apple&#8217;s $60 Billion Acquisition Buzz



The tech world is abuzz with speculations about Apple&#8217;s massive $60 billion cash reserve. With rivals advancing in AI, many are wondering if it&#8217;s time for Apple to make a bold move. The discussions intensified after the company confirmed that COO Jeff Williams will retire in 2025, leading to speculations about a potential shift in Apple&#8217;s approach, particularly towards artificial intelligence.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46348639/apple-acquisition-buzz-60-billion-cash-reserve">Read the full article here.</a>



Apple Sues YouTuber Jon Prosser



Apple has filed a lawsuit against YouTuber Jon Prosser and his collaborator Michael Ramacciotti. The tech giant alleges that the duo misappropriated trade secrets related to the unreleased iOS 26 by secretly accessing a confidential development iPhone. The leak reportedly originated from an internal iPhone used by a now-terminated Apple employee, Ethan Lipnik.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/legal/25/07/46487617/apple-sues-youtuber-jon-prosser-over-alleged-ios-26-leak-involving-secret-iphone-access-facetime-footage-and-trade-secrets-theft">Read the full article here.</a>



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Tim Cook&#8217;s Political Balancing Act



According to Justin Wolfers, an economist at the University of Michigan, Apple CEO Tim Cook has been spending more time managing politics than pursuing new innovations in recent months. This observation has sparked a debate on the balance between innovation and political favoritism in the tech industry.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/large-cap/25/07/46458652/tim-cooks-new-job-is-keeping-trump-happy-says-economist-justin-wolfers-innovation-takes-a-back-seat-to-political-favoritism">Read the full article here.</a>



Apple&#8217;s $500 Million Deal with MP Materials



In a strategic move to reduce reliance on China, Apple has signed a $500 million deal with MP Materials (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MP#NYSE">MP</a>), a Pentagon-backed company. The deal aims to secure a consistent supply of rare earth magnets, which are critical components in many of Apple&#8217;s products.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46435562/apple-strikes-500-million-deal-with-mp-materials-to-reduce-china-reliance-on-critical-magnets">Read the full article here.</a>



Jim Cramer&#8217;s Take on Apple&#8217;s Stock



CNBC&#8217;s &#8216;Mad Money&#8217; host Jim Cramer believes that Apple&#8217;s stock could soar if the company makes strategic acquisitions and halts its stock buyback program. According to Cramer, these moves could propel Apple, the third-largest company in the world, to new heights.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/07/46439852/aapl-stock-would-soar-if-it-buys-this-says-jim-cramer-continued-buybacks-will-do-nothing">Read the full article here.</a>



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Acquisition Buzz, Legal Battles And Tim Cook's Balancing Act: This Week In Appleverse

These ten large-cap stocks were the worst performers last week. Are they a&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas" rel="noreferrer noopener">part of your portfolio</a>?



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<li>Elevance Health, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ELV#NYSE">ELV</a>) shares decreased 17.96% this week after the company lowered its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/07/46468951/elevance-health-hit-by-medicaid-troubles-trims-outlook" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">fiscal year 2025 adjusted earnings guidance</a>. The company missed earnings in the second quarter. Also, multiple analysts lowered their <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ELV/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price forecast on the stock</a>.</li>



<li>Waters Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAT#NYSE">WAT</a>) fell 9.50% this week  after the company agreed to combine Becton, Dickinson and Company&#8217;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BDX#NYSE">BDX</a>) Biosciences &amp; Diagnostic Solutions <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/m-a/25/07/46389674/bectons-biosciences-and-diagnostics-arm-slated-to-join-waters-in-17-5-billion-merger\" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">business with Waters</a>. Also, Wells Fargo downgraded the stock from Overweight to Equal-Weight and lowered its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WAT/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price forecast from $420 to $330</a>.</li>



<li>Natera, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTRA#NASDAQ">NTRA</a>) slumped 13.19% this week.</li>



<li>Centene Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CNC#NYSE">CNC</a>) shares fell 10.49% this week amid a selloff in the sector following Elevance&#8217;s recent soft guidance and broader concerns <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/07/46474212/centene-stock-hit-a-new-52-week-low-today-whats-going-on" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">over rising medical costs</a>.</li>



<li>Venture Global, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VG#NYSE">VG</a>) shares slumped 11.27% this week. The company and ENI (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/E#NYSE">E</a>) of Italy announced the execution of a new Sales and Purchase Agreement (SPA) for the purchase of 2 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from CP2 LNG, Venture Global&#8217;s third project, for 20 years.&nbsp;</li>



<li>Schlumberger N.V. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLB#NYSE">SLB</a>) stock slumped 8.87% this week after the company reported second-quarter financial results, issued expectations for flat-to-low single-digit revenue growth in the second half of 2025, and stated that tariffs will cost <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/07/46492669/slb-trims-2025-capital-spending-prioritizing-efficiency-post-championx-deal" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">between 20-to-40 basis points of margin</a>. Additionally, Piper Sandler lowered its price forecast <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/slb/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">from $44 to $42</a>.</li>



<li>Penske Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAG#NYSE">PAG</a>) shares decreased 9.79% this week after JP Morgan lowered the price target from $160 to $155 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PAG/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">while maintaining an Underweight rating</a>.</li>



<li>Stellantis N.V. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLA#NYSE">STLA</a>) stock declined 7.72% this week after the firm announced it would be pulling the plug on the development of its Hydrogen fuel cell technology, citing no potential in the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46437558/stellantis-abandons-hydrogen-vehicle-plans-citing-weak-infrastructure-and-incentives-report" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">sector in the mid-term future</a>.</li>



<li>ASML Holding N.V. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASML#NASDAQ">ASML</a>) shares fell 7.39% this week after the company said it <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/07/46438500/asml-stock-plunges-nearly-8-in-wednesday-pre-market-whats-going-on">cannot confirm 2026 growth</a> outlook after strong second quarter earnings.</li>



<li>TechnipFMC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTI#NYSE">FTI</a>) stock fell 7.25% this week after BTIG analyst Greg Lewis downgraded the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/fti/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">company from Buy to Neutral</a>.</li>
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Schlumberger, Stellantis And ASML Holding Are Among Top 10 Large Cap Losers Last Week (July 14-July 18): Are The Others In Your Portfolio?

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) has voiced concern over the long-term impact of President Donald Trump&#8216;s tariffs.



What Happened: According to a report, Warren criticized the administration&#8217;s inconsistent policies and their impact on global partnerships.



In an interview with Fortune, Warren expressed her concerns, stating, &#8220;Donald Trump has done enormous damage to America's partnerships around the world.&#8221;



She further added that the repercussions of Trump&#8217;s six-month tenure would&nbsp;be felt for two generations,&nbsp;as nations may no longer view the U.S. as a reliable trading partner.



"The impact of six months of Donald Trump will be felt for two generations, as more nations blink hard at what's happening in the U.S. and conclude that we are simply not a reliable trading partner.&nbsp;That hurts us now and it will hurt our children and our grandchildren," she added during <a href="https://fortune.com/2025/07/19/elizabeth-warren-trade-tariff-trump/">the </a>interview. 



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While economists are split over the potential harm of Trump&#8217;s tariff agenda, some fear it could lead to increased inflation. However, others argue that the 10% hike on imports introduced months ago has had minimal impact on inflation data. 



The Federal Open Market Committee, led by Jerome Powell, has been criticized by Trump for not reducing the base rate due to tariff concerns.



White House Spokesman Kush Desai defended the tariff actions, stating they were for the benefit of voters and have resulted in trillions in investment commitments, creating thousands of jobs and new trade deals. He argued that Warren &#8220;talks&#8221; while Trump &#8220;delivers.&#8221;



Warren countered by highlighting the increased costs families are facing due to Trump&#8217;s inconsistent tariff policies. 



She also pointed out the decline in investment in sectors like manufacturing, citing&nbsp;data from the St Louis&nbsp;Fed that showed a 5.2% decrease in&nbsp;private fixed investment in the&nbsp;manufacturing sector in Q1 2025 compared to the previous quarter.



Why It Matters: Warren&#8217;s criticism of Trump&#8217;s trade tariffs underscores the ongoing debate about the long-term impact of these policies. 



The potential damage to global partnerships, as highlighted by Warren, could have far-reaching implications for the U.S. economy and its standing in the world. The disagreement among economists about the effects of the tariffs further underscores the uncertainty surrounding these policies.



As the debate continues, the future of U.S. trade policy and its impact on global partnerships remains uncertain. 



The outcome of this debate could have significant implications for the U.S. economy and its global standing.



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A crypto analyst predicts a staggering 2,600% surge for Dogecoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>), which would catapult its market cap to $1 trillion.



What Happened: Crypto Kaleo, a pseudonymous crypto trader, shared on X that he anticipates Dogecoin to skyrocket to nearly $7. This would translate to a colossal gain of over 2,600%.



The prediction is based on a mathematical deduction, where Kaleo compared Dogecoin&#8217;s performance in the&nbsp;last cycle against Bitcoin (BTC)&nbsp;and projected a similar pattern for the future. 



&#8220;My target for DOGE this cycle is a one trillion dollar market cap (roughly $6.9420). Memes have proven they have real value throughout the course of the bear market. The king of memes deserves to see $1 trillion,&#8221; he said. 



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">My target for <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24DOGE&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$DOGE</a> this cycle is a one trillion dollar market cap (roughly $6.9420). Memes have proven they have real value throughout the course of the bear market. The king of memes deserves to see $1T.&mdash; K A L E O (@CryptoKaleo) <a href="https://twitter.com/CryptoKaleo/status/1945976800577757566?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 17, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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&#8220;Last bull market, Dogecoin hit&nbsp;nearly 10% of BTC's market&nbsp;cap. 10% of $10 trillion&nbsp;is $1 trillion. $1 trillion&nbsp;market cap for Dogecoin =&nbsp;~$6.9420 per DOGE,&#8221; he shared on X.



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At the time of the report, Dogecoin was valued at $0.24, marking a 9.97% increase over the last 24 hours. 



Kaleo wrapped up his analysis by stating that Dogecoin is currently on an upward trajectory against Bitcoin and traders should brace for an imminent &#8216;God candle.&#8217;



Why It Matters: This prediction, if realized, could significantly alter the landscape of the crypto market. Dogecoin, initially started as a joke, has already demonstrated its potential by becoming one of the top cryptocurrencies. 



A surge&nbsp;to a $1 trillion market&nbsp;cap would not only validate its standing but also potentially influence the dynamics of other cryptocurrencies. 



This could lead to increased investor interest and possibly trigger a new wave of investment in the crypto market.



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Dogecoin Set To Soar 2,600% and Hit $1 Trillion Market Cap, Says This Crypto Analyst

The past week has been a whirlwind of activity in the tech world, with a particular focus on the rise and impact of artificial intelligence (AI). From the introduction of AI-native browsers to new AI job requirements at Amazon, the industry is buzzing with developments. Here&#8217;s a quick recap of the top stories.



AI Disruption in Browsers, Not Chatbots 



Perplexity&#8217;s CEO, Aravind Srinivas, has introduced Comet, an AI-native browser designed to fully automate key white-collar roles. Unlike typical AI assistants, Comet integrates directly with workplace apps like Gmail, LinkedIn, and Google Calendar to perform high-value tasks.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46508035/forget-chatbots-perplexitys-aravind-srinivas-says-the-real-ai-disruption-is-in-the-browser-and-its-coming-for-office-jobs">Read the full article here.</a>



AI Becomes a Job Requirement at Amazon



Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) has implemented a new policy at its Ring division, making AI a requirement for promotions. The new policy, announced by Ring&#8217;s founder Jamie Siminoff, mandates that all promotion applications must now include details on how AI is utilized in their roles.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46507890/amazon-ring-is-making-ai-a-job-requirement-starting-with-promotions">Read the full article here.</a>



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Meta&#8217;s AI Talent Raid



Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) has intensified its AI talent war by hiring two key former Apple engineers for its Superintelligence Labs team. This move comes just weeks after Meta poached their former boss, Ruoming Pang, with a multi-year pay package reportedly worth over $200 million.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46501869/meta-raids-apples-ai-lab-with-big-paychecks-zuckerberg-bets-to-win-the-ai-race">Read the full article here.</a>



Peter Thiel-Backed Hadrian Raises $260 Million



Defense manufacturing startup Hadrian has successfully concluded a $260 million Series C funding round. The funding will be utilized to establish a new 270,000 square foot factory in Mesa, Arizona, and expand its Torrance, California, location.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46487918/peter-thiel-backed-hadrian-raises-260-million-to-build-ai-powered-mega-factory-in-arizona">Read the full article here.</a>



Chamath Palihapitiya Slams AI Agent Hype



Billionaire investor Chamath Palihapitiya has criticized the underwhelming performance of AI systems in large corporations, calling 2025 a &#8220;year of letdowns&#8221; for these systems. He also promoted his product, the &#8216;Software Factory&#8217; developed by 8090 Solutions Inc., as a reliable alternative.



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Disruption In Browsers, Amazon's AI Job Requirement, Meta's AI Talent Raid And More: This Week In AI

The past week was a whirlwind of cryptocurrency news, with the Trump family and their associates making headlines. From Senator Elizabeth Warren&#8217;s scathing comments on a potential quid pro quo involving the Trump family&#8217;s cryptocurrency ventures to President Donald Trump&#8217;s public endorsement of the GENIUS Act, the week was filled with significant developments.



Here&#8217;s a recap of the top stories.



Warren Questions Trump Family&#8217;s Crypto Interests



Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) raised concerns about a potential quid pro quo involving the Trump family&#8217;s cryptocurrency ventures and Binance&#8217;s convicted ex-CEO Changpeng Zhao. Warren referred to a report that claimed Binance covertly assisted a Trump-backed cryptocurrency company, World Liberty Financial, in developing the USD1 stablecoin.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/07/46410017/elizabeth-warren-says-convicted-felon-leveraged-trump-familys-crypto-interests-for-pardon-senator-m">Read the full article here.</a>



Trump&#8217;s &#8216;Happy Crypto Week&#8217;



President Donald Trump took to social media to call on all Republicans to support the GENIUS Act, a comprehensive crypto bill aimed at positioning the United States as the global leader in digital assets. Trump&#8217;s endorsement came during what is now being referred to as &#8220;Crypto Week.&#8221;



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46424764/trump-wishes-bitcoin-ethereum-xrp-happy-crypto-week-it-is-all-part-of-make-america-great-again">Read the full article here.</a>



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Thumzup Media&#8217;s $250M Crypto Investment



Thumzup Media Corporation, a digital adtech company backed by Donald Trump Jr., received board approval to invest up to $250 million in cryptocurrencies. The authorization allows Thumzup to hold a diversified portfolio of digital assets.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/07/46491139/donald-trump-jr-backed-thumzup-media-approves-250m-in-bitcoin-ethereum-xrp-sol-dogecoin-treasury-purchases">Read the full article here.</a>



Trump Secures Support For Stablecoin Bill



President Donald Trump announced that he had secured the commitment of House Republicans to vote in favor of the GENIUS Act, also known as the stablecoin bill. The announcement came after procedural failures had earlier halted the bill&#8217;s progress.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/07/46435915/trump-says-11-of-12-republicans-needed-now-support-stablecoin-bill-after-earlier-setback-theyve-all">Read the full article here.</a>



Bitcoin Bull Run Predicted



Bitcoin advocate Udi Wertheimer suggested that Bitcoin is entering an explosive bull run, similar to Dogecoin&#8217;s surge in 2020–2021. Wertheimer argued that Bitcoin&#8217;s surge is not just about price, as legacy crypto holders are being replaced by institutions, ETFs, and treasuries.



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The Trumps, Bitcoin Bull Run And Stablecoin Bill: This Week In Crypto

The past week was a rollercoaster ride in the world of economics and finance. From President Donald Trump&#8217;s tariff threats against Russia to the Federal Reserve&#8217;s cautious stance amidst rising inflation, there was no shortage of headlines.



Here&#8217;s a quick recap of the top stories that made waves over the weekend.



Trump&#8217;s Tariff Threat Draws Criticism



President Donald Trump&#8217;s recent threat of imposing a 100% tariff on Russia if no peace deal is reached in Ukraine within 50 days has been met with criticism and mockery from leading economist Justin Wolfers. Wolfers pointed out that the U.S. already has sanctions on Russia, making any tariff figure irrelevant for Moscow at this point.



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Trump&#8217;s Rate Cut Calls Clash With Rising Inflation



President Trump&#8217;s calls for aggressive rate cuts collided with economic reality as June&#8217;s rising inflation dynamics offered a temporary win for Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell&#8217;s cautious stance. June&#8217;s headline inflation accelerated to 2.7% year over year, up from 2.4% in May, marking the highest reading since February.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/economic-data/25/07/46430675/trump-powell-june-inflation-fed-rate-cuts">Read the full article here.</a>



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June Inflation Report Fuels Fed Rate Cut Hopes



The June inflation report brought relief to Wall Street as the headline Consumer Price Index (CPI) matched expectations, while core inflation came in slightly cooler than forecast, reviving optimism for interest rate cuts later this year.



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Federal Reserve&#8217;s Beige Book Reveals Tariff-Driven Profit Squeeze



The latest Federal Reserve study of economic conditions reveals that businesses that did not raise prices or pass on the impact of tariffs to their customers are likely to take a hit on their profit margins.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/economic-data/25/07/46461053/federal-reserves-beige-book-reveals-tariff-driven-profit-squeeze-as-businesses-avoid-price-">Read the full article here.</a>



Powell Defends $2.5 Billion Fed HQ Overhaul



Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell defended the central bank&#8217;s multi-billion-dollar renovation of its Washington, D.C. headquarters, emphasizing that the project is being managed responsibly, with no extravagant features or misuse of public funds.



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Trump's Tariff Threat, Inflation Dynamics And Federal Reserve Updates: This Week In Economy

Wall Street extended its historic rally this week, with major benchmarks such as the S&amp;P 500 and the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 hitting fresh all-time highs, as strong corporate earnings, robust economic data and AI-fueled tech momentum continued <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets">to boost investor optimism.</a>



Big banks beat earnings estimates, setting a strong tone for the season. Airlines and consumer-focused giants also impressed.



Johnson &amp; Johnson (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JNJ#NYSE">JNJ</a>) and PepsiCo Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEP#NASDAQ">PEP</a>) reported their best trading weeks of the year, further supporting the confidence that solid consumer demand is driving margins across sectors.



Economic strength was underscored by June's retail sales data, which showed a 0.6% monthly increase — crushing economists&#8217; forecast of 0.1% — while jobless claims dropped to 221,000, their <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/macro-economic-events/25/07/46467952/us-retail-sales-june-2025-fed-trump-inflation-consumer">lowest level since April.</a>



Investors appear to be buying into a &#8220;Goldilocks&#8221; scenario, where growth is strong enough to support profits but not so strong as to trigger new inflation fears. June's inflation data came in broadly lower than expected, marking a sharp turnaround from the stagflation concerns that gripped the market in the first quarter.



Since the post-tariff lows in April, the S&amp;P 500 has surged 27%, a rally that now ranks among the sharpest three-month advances ever.



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NVIDIA Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) remains the epicenter of the tech rally. Its shares have nearly doubled since April, driven by surging demand for AI chips from cloud giants like Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) and Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>).



Nvidia's rally has helped lift the "Magnificent Seven" — including Microsoft Corp., Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), Amazon.com Inc., Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>), Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) and Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) — to a combined $18.5 trillion market cap, surpassing <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/economic-data/25/07/46477275/wall-street-big-7-are-now-bigger-than-chinas-entire-economy">China's entire nominal GDP.</a>



Despite the economic strength, President Donald Trump has renewed his attacks on Fed Chair Jerome Powell, calling for immediate rate cuts. He even reportedly floated the idea of firing Powell before <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/macro-economic-events/25/07/46454852/trump-fed-powell-odds-inflation-markets">backing off the proposal.</a>



Meanwhile, Fed Gov. Christopher Waller — a potential candidate to replace Powell next year — said he's willing to cut rates by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/macro-economic-events/25/07/46491573/waller-fed-chair-trump-rate-cut-july">the end of July.</a> The Fed meeting on July 30 now carries heightened political stakes, with growing signs of internal divisions.



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Wall Street Sets New Records As Magnificent Seven Valuation Tops $18.5 Trillion: This Week In Markets

The past week was a rollercoaster ride for the tech and auto sectors. Tesla Inc. faced a few bumps on the road, while Uber Technologies Inc. geared up for the future. Here&#8217;s a quick recap of the top stories.



Tesla&#8217;s Cybertruck Bet Falters



Elon Musk&#8217;s dream of a top-selling electric pickup seems to be fading as the Cybertruck continues to see declining demand. A recent report shows Tesla falling to third place in the electric pickup sector, facing weakened demand for several vehicles across multiple regions.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/large-cap/25/07/46475391/tesla-cybertruck-bet-not-paying-off-ford-gm-outsell-ev-giant">Read the full article here.</a>



Tesla Announces New Offers Amid Sluggish US Sales



As the EV giant grapples with lackluster sales figures in the U.S., Tesla has announced a set of new offers on various vehicles in its lineup. This comes in the wake of the Trump administration axing EV incentives.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46487092/as-trump-axes-ev-incentives-elon-musks-tesla-announces-new-offers-amid-sluggish-us-sales">Read the full article here.</a>



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Uber Could Benefit Most From Autonomous Driving Tech



Gary Black, Managing Director of The Future Fund LLC, believes that Uber can benefit from the rapid advancement in autonomous driving technology. He suggests that Tesla could undercut other ride-hailing companies by mastering unsupervised autonomy.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46485120/gary-black-thinks-uber-benefits-most-as-autonomous-driving-technology-develops-says-tesla-could-undercut-other-ride-hailing-companies-by-mastering-unsupervised-autonomy">Read the full article here.</a>



Tesla Files For Model 3+ Trim in China



Amid a surge in sales, Tesla has filed for a new trim level for the Model 3 sedan in China. This comes as the EV giant&#8217;s sales rebound in the country following a poor start to July.



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Uber Partners With Lucid, Nuro For $300M AV Push



Uber announced a multi-year strategic partnership with Lucid Group Inc and self-driving software maker Nuro. The partnership aims to add more than 20,000 autonomous vehicles (AVs) to the Uber platform over the next six years.



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Tesla's Cybertruck Struggles, Uber's Autonomous Drive And More: This Week In Mobility

The week was a whirlwind of political and entertainment news, with major developments from Brazil to Hollywood. From the intensifying legal actions against former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro to Bill Gates warning about the potential consequences of the U.S. reducing its support for global tuberculosis treatment, there was no shortage of headlines. Let&#8217;s dive into the top stories.



Brazil&#8217;s Supreme Court Cracks Down on Bolsonaro



The legal woes of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro escalated as Brazil&#8217;s Supreme Court issued search warrants and restraining orders against him. The court&#8217;s actions follow allegations that Bolsonaro sought interference from U.S. President Donald Trump. Bolsonaro, now under house arrest and barred from social media, has decried the court&#8217;s actions as a &#8220;supreme humiliation.&#8221;



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Bill Gates Warns of TB Aid Cuts Consequences



Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has raised concerns about the potential fallout of the U.S. reducing its support for global tuberculosis treatment and diagnosis efforts. Gates warned that if the U.S. scales back its global TB aid, it could lead to at least 2 million additional deaths.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/health-care/25/07/46507574/bill-gates-warns-us-cuts-to-tb-aid-could-lead-to-2-million-additional-deaths-worldwide">Read the full article here.</a>



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Trump Revels in Colbert&#8217;s Late Show Cancellation



President Donald Trump expressed delight over Paramount Global&#8217;s decision to cancel The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, calling the host talentless and suggesting the move was overdue. Trump&#8217;s comments came in a post on Truth Social, where he wrote, &#8220;I absolutely love that Colbert got fired. His talent was even less than his ratings.&#8221;



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China Sends Trump a $756 Billion Message



Despite a trade truce agreed upon at May's Geneva summit, China has reduced its U.S. Treasury holdings to the lowest level in over 16 years. In May, Beijing trimmed its stockpile of American debt to $756.3 billion, marking the third straight month of reductions.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/bonds/25/07/46501603/us-treasury-holdings-foreign-china-japan-trump">Read the full article here.</a>



Warren Demands Explanation for Colbert&#8217;s Show Cancellation



The decision to cancel the &#8220;Late Show With Stephen Colbert&#8221; has drawn the attention of Congress, with Senator Elizabeth Warren demanding an explanation from Paramount Global. The show&#8217;s cancellation comes on the heels of a settlement between the media company and President Donald Trump.



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Bolsonaro's Restraining Order, Gates' TB Warning, And Late Show Drama: This Week In Politics

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