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2026-07-18 Saturday

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20:24:12

Copenhagen Airport issued a statement announcing the unfortunate passing of its Chief Financial Officer, Rasmus Lund. The duties of the Chief Financial Officer will be temporarily assumed by CEO Christian Poulsen.

20:08:12

[KPMG Report: World Model Competition Shifts to Full-Stack Capabilities, Data and Simulation Become Core Competitive Advantages] ⑴ A report released by KPMG at the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference points out that although there is no unified definition of a world model, the industry has reached a consensus on its capability boundaries, namely, it should be able to learn environmental laws, predict future states, implement the impact of actions, and provide services for intelligent agent planning and decision-making. ⑵ The report emphasizes that competition in world models will no longer be limited to parameter scale and generation effects, but will expand to the full-stack dimensions such as data pipelines, simulation environments, evaluation frameworks, training tools, and interface standards. ⑶ From the perspective of industry evolution, the ceiling of model capabilities will depend more on the efficiency of acquiring high-quality multimodal data, the degree to which the simulation environment reproduces physical laws, and whether the evaluation system can effectively measure the model's depth of understanding of complex dynamic scenarios. ⑷ The implication of this judgment for the embodied intelligence industry is that future competitive barriers may shift from single algorithm advantages to the ability to build a closed-loop ecosystem of "data-simulation-evaluation-training." Developers need to simultaneously deploy toolchains and standardized interfaces to reduce the migration costs of cross-platform deployment.

20:03:14

On July 18th, at the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC), NetEase Youdao publicly showcased its new AI earphone product, Youdao OpenPods, for the first time. These earphones support real-time simultaneous interpretation in over ten languages and also feature practical functions such as real-time transcription of recordings, automatic generation of structured meeting minutes, and one-click mind map generation. It is understood that Youdao OpenPods has completed mass production and is expected to be officially released in August this year. A NetEase Youdao representative also stated that these AI earphones will be expanded into overseas markets and launched to users worldwide in the future.

20:03:13

Brent crude oil prices broke through the $87 mark in over-the-counter trading, with a daily increase of more than 3.5%. As one of the important benchmarks for international crude oil pricing, fluctuations in Brent crude oil prices usually have a chain reaction on global energy markets, transportation costs, and pricing expectations in industrial production. This short-term rise has also attracted widespread attention from market participants.

20:02:22

A military vehicle explosion occurred in southern Lebanon recently, resulting in the death of one soldier. The exact cause of the explosion is still under investigation and remains unclear.

20:02:21

Iraqi Oil Minister Basim Mohammed Khudair stated that prior to the escalation of the US-Iran standoff, Iraq's oil exports via the Strait of Hormuz and the Ceyhan pipeline averaged 1.5 million barrels per day. Iraq is now planning a significant increase in exports to offset potential revenue shortfalls should the Strait of Hormuz shut down. Iraq has set a daily oil production target of 7 million barrels, and its development plans also focus on increasing refining capacity and expanding the production of oil-derived products.

20:02:19

Sagawa Express, a leading Japanese logistics company, confirmed on the 18th that an operational oversight during the repair of a system malfunction resulted in the leakage of information related to nearly 70,000 users of its membership service. According to Sagawa Express's official statement, a configuration error by staff during system repair led to the leakage of user names, email addresses, and package tracking numbers for its "Smart Club" membership service on the night of the 15th. The "Smart Club" service primarily sends users estimated delivery reminders and allows members to adjust and set delivery dates and times. Sagawa Express stated that the leaked information did not include users' credit card information or residential addresses, and they have not yet received any reports of misuse of the leaked data.

20:02:18

Data released by Iran's health ministry shows that since July 6, attacks launched by the United States have killed at least 50 Iranians.

20:02:17

Iraq is assembling a massive trucking convoy to transport fuel via Syria, bypassing the Strait of Hormuz. The country is shifting its exports away from the Strait of Hormuz, rapidly transforming neighboring Syria into a key export hub in the Middle East. In just a few months, Syria's fuel exports have surged from zero to now account for more than a quarter of the Middle East's total fuel exports. The shipments are transported by thousands of trucks, taking approximately four days to reach Syrian ports on the Mediterranean coast from Iraq. Previously, the disruption of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz severely impacted Iraq's finances, and the country is now seeking ways to stabilize its oil-related revenues. Besides Syria, Iraq also transports trucks loaded with fuel oil via Jordan, and according to traders, a small amount of crude oil is also being transported by road truck.

20:02:16

A new security alert has been issued in Bahrain. Local authorities are urging residents to pay close attention to official security advisories, avoid traveling to high-risk areas, and take necessary precautions for their safety.

20:02:15

Belgium has decided to ban the import of goods produced in Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories. The construction of settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories has long been widely regarded by the international community as a violation of international law, and Belgium's move is a concrete step in putting this position into practice.

20:02:14

At the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference held on July 18, KPMG officially released a research report titled "Crossing the Singularity: How World Models Are Reshaping the New Paradigm of Embodied Intelligence Industry and Business." The report points out that while a unified, universal definition of world models has not yet been established, the industry has gradually reached a consensus on their capability boundaries: the core is the ability to learn the operating rules of the environment, predict future state changes, and deduce the subsequent impact of actions, providing support for the planning and decision-making processes of intelligent agents. The report also mentions that future competition in the field of world models will be more diversified, no longer focusing solely on the scale of model parameters and the effectiveness of generated content. Data processing pipelines, simulation environments, capability evaluation frameworks, training tool systems, and related interface standards will all become core areas of competition.

20:02:12

This week, the net outflow of main funds in the A-share market totaled 398.57 billion yuan. In terms of industry sectors, the refining and trading sector and the industrial metals sector saw the largest net inflows of funds. At the individual stock level, Shanghai Electric Power and Pengding Holdings had the highest net inflows of funds.

20:00:16

Bahrain sounds the alarm again

20:00:15

[Massive Data Breach Occurs at India's Largest Nuclear Power Plant] According to Indian sources on the 17th, a massive data breach occurred at India's largest nuclear power plant, Kudankulam, recently, with nearly 19,000 documents leaked, including engineering design drawings, supplier information, and employee data. Some experts worry that this incident may pose a threat to the safety of the nuclear power plant, but the operator claims there is no such risk. (Xinhua)

19:46:12

[Iraqi Trucks Detour Through Syria, Hormuz Closure Spurs New Land Export Routes] ⑴ Faced with financial pressure from the obstruction of the Strait of Hormuz, Iraq is building a large-scale truck convoy to transport fuel oil via Syria to Mediterranean ports, rapidly transforming Syria into a crucial fuel export hub in the Middle East. ⑵ In just a few months, Syria's fuel exports have surged from almost zero to accounting for more than a quarter of the Middle East's total exports. A convoy of thousands of trucks traverses the land route, reaching Syrian Mediterranean ports in approximately four days, effectively bypassing the blockade of the maritime chokepoint. ⑶ In addition to the Syrian route, Iraq also transports trucks loaded with fuel oil via Jordan. Some traders report that small quantities of crude oil are also transported by truck in the same way, indicating that Iraq is expanding its export routes through multiple channels. ⑷ From a market perspective, although land-based alternatives are more expensive than sea transport, they have become an important supplementary means of maintaining export revenue in the extreme scenario of prolonged obstruction of the Strait. Going forward, attention should be paid to the capacity limits of land routes, the stability of transit policies in transit countries, and whether this model can be adopted by other struggling oil-producing countries on a larger scale.

19:42:12

[Iran Says Israel is the Root of Regional Wars] In an interview video released on July 17, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Baghae stated that Israel is the common aggressor in all the wars in the region over the past three years. Israel has attacked multiple countries, including Iran, Syria, and Lebanon, and committed genocide in the occupied Palestinian territories. He asserted that if genuine peace is desired in the region, the root cause of endless wars must be curbed. (CCTV International News)

19:40:14

[Kuwait Oil Corporation Says Iranian Attack Causes Multiple Casualties] Kuwait Oil Corporation stated in a press release that a "critical" facility was subjected to multiple fierce attacks by Iran, resulting in multiple injuries and significant damage. The injured have received medical assistance, and the facility has been evacuated. Kuwait Oil Corporation is coordinating with relevant departments to respond to the attack. The press release did not specify the exact location of the attacked facility. (CCTV News)

19:40:13

[Ukrainian Army Commander-in-Chief May Be Replaced, Battlefield Leadership Faces Reassessment] Reports indicate that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is considering replacing the current Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Oleksandr Sylsky, whose military command capabilities have recently attracted increasing attention and discussion. Zelensky has met with several senior military commanders, focusing on assessing the current battlefield situation and considering potential successors. Although no final decision has been made, sources indicate that Zelensky is inclined to complete the personnel change if a suitable and smooth transition can be found without affecting the stability of frontline defenses. From a battlefield psychology perspective, the anticipated leadership change could impact frontline troop morale and the coherence of the command chain. The focus will remain on whether the personnel change will be accompanied by a re-planning of the overall strategic deployment, and the potential changes in operational pace and resource allocation that the new commander may bring.

19:38:15

[US Media Figure Criticizes America for Being Led by the Nose by Israel] In a video interview released on July 17, US media figure Tucker Carlson stated that while he has publicly defended Republicans for decades, he has now been forced to take a stance against them. He expressed "outrage" that Trump allowed the US government to be "led by the nose" by Israel, a small Middle Eastern country, forcing the US into a war with Iran. Carlson also said that he had arranged to meet with Trump after the US-Israel joint strike on Iran, but he did not keep the appointment. During a phone call with Trump, he had a "fierce conversation," telling Trump directly, "You are the President of the United States; you cannot allow this to happen." (CCTV International News)

19:38:13

[Shanghai Releases First AI-Based Evaluation Benchmark for Complex Cases] On July 18th, the Medical Sub-Forum of the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference was held in Xuhui West Bund, Shanghai. At the forum, Shanghai released the industry's first AI-based evaluation benchmark for complex cases, covering 30 clinical specialties, specifically designed to test the real-world capabilities of large-scale medical models in handling complex cases. Simultaneously, the existing medical AI evaluation system was updated to version 5.0, adding an "atomic skill" evaluation method to correct false information generated by AI models. Regarding infrastructure, the Shanghai Municipal Health and Wellness Industry Computing Power Service Center was officially unveiled, connecting the entire chain from computing power supply and data synthesis to model training and intelligent applications. It is projected that by the end of 2026, the Shanghai medical and health corpus will exceed 2PB, and the data preparation cycle will be shortened by over 60%. The forum also released the "2026 Artificial Intelligence + Health and Wellness Shanghai Practice" case collection, summarizing the application experience of AI in seven major scenarios, including clinical decision support, patient care, intelligent TCM, primary public health, and hospital management. Shanghai has been approved as a national pilot base for the application of artificial intelligence in the medical field, covering all seven major medical application scenarios. (CCTV News)

19:38:12

[Iraq's Daily Oil Exports Once Reached 1.5 Million Barrels; Seeks to Expand Production to Compensate for Losses Due to Strait of Hormuz Disruption] ⑴ The Iraqi Oil Minister revealed that before the escalation of hostilities between the US and Iraq, the country's daily oil exports via the Strait of Hormuz and the Ceyhan pipeline averaged 1.5 million barrels. The current geopolitical conflict has significantly impacted this crucial export route. ⑵ Iraq is seeking to substantially increase exports to compensate for the financial losses caused by the obstruction of passage through the Strait of Hormuz, setting an oil production target of 7 million barrels per day, representing a significant increase from current levels. ⑶ From a strategic perspective, Iraq is simultaneously advancing its expansion plans for refining capacity and oil derivatives production, aiming to extend the value chain and reduce dependence on direct crude oil exports, while providing a stronger buffer for domestic energy security. ⑷ The key focus going forward is whether Iraq can achieve increased exports through the Ceyhan pipeline or other alternative routes if passage through the Strait of Hormuz remains obstructed, and how the actual pace of achieving its production targets will affect international crude oil market supply expectations.

17:10:20

Kuwait says firefighters are dealing with two fires caused by Iranian attacks.

17:10:19

[C919 to Debut on International Commercial Route] Air China announced that starting August 12th, the Beijing Capital-Ulaanbaatar route will be operated daily by the domestically produced C919 large passenger aircraft. This marks the first regularly scheduled international passenger route for the C919. Outbound flight: CA723 Beijing Capital 15:00 – Ulaanbaatar 17:15; Return flight: CA724 Ulaanbaatar 18:30 – Beijing Capital 20:35. (CCTV News)

17:10:18

Iraq's Ministry of Oil and Chevron Corporation of the United States signed two supplementary agreements to jointly develop oil fields and energy infrastructure.

17:10:17

Silver prices in the grey market broke through $56/ounce, reaching a daily increase of 0.5%.

17:10:15

[Zelenskyy Says Ukrainian Forces Strike Two Logistics Facilities and Multiple Targets in Russia] Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on his official social media platform on the 18th that Ukrainian forces conducted long-range strikes against multiple targets in Russia that day. Zelenskyy stated that Ukrainian forces struck two logistics facilities located in the Moscow and Tambov regions of Russia. These facilities, located more than 500 kilometers and approximately 700 kilometers from the front lines respectively, were used to transport sanctioned components to support the production of drones and navigation equipment. He also stated that Ukrainian forces struck an oil facility and carried out strikes on targets in the Sea of Azov, the Black Sea, and within Crimea. (CCTV News)

17:10:14

[Israeli Military Says US Will Deploy Additional Tankers to Israeli Air Force Bases] On the 18th local time, the Israeli military announced that dozens of additional US aerial refueling tankers will be deployed to Israeli air force bases, rather than Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion International Airport. The Israeli military stated that this move aims to minimize the impact on civilian air transport. Previously, the Israeli Ministry of Transportation had limited the number of US military refueling tankers stationed at Ben Gurion International Airport to 20 to alleviate disruption to civilian flights during the summer peak season. The announcement indicated that the Israeli military stated the decision to deploy the tankers to Israeli air force bases was made by the US and coordinated with the Israeli military to allow the Israeli Air Force to prepare in advance. (CCTV News)

17:10:13

[Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Claims Attack on US Base in Azrak, Jordan] On the 18th local time, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps issued a statement claiming that it launched a missile and drone strike on the US base in Azrak, Jordan, on the evening of the 17th, destroying at least two US fighter jets and three other aircraft, and causing significant damage to several other aircraft. (CCTV News)

17:08:15

Iran's Revolutionary Guard claimed on Saturday that it simultaneously used missiles and drones to strike fighter jet bunkers and a large airstrip at the U.S. military base in Azraq, Jordan, destroying at least two fighter jets and three other U.S. military aircraft, while several other aircraft were damaged.

17:08:13

A member of Iran’s Supreme Interests Council stated that Iran attacked ships in the Omani section of the Strait of Hormuz because enemies were transporting military equipment through Omani waters, threatening Iran’s national security.

17:08:12

Jordan claims to have intercepted 10 missiles entering its airspace. Today (July 18), the Jordanian Armed Forces Command announced that its air defense system intercepted and shot down 10 Iranian missiles that entered Jordanian airspace early this morning. The interception operation caused no casualties or property damage. At approximately 10:20 AM local time today (July 18), air raid sirens sounded in Bahrain, marking the fifth round of sirens issued that day. The Bahraini military issued a statement saying that its air defense system had "thwarted" several airstrikes against Bahrain today. Kuwait's Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy announced today (July 18) that a power and desalination facility in Kuwait caught fire due to an Iranian attack, damaging generator units. Additionally, due to the situation, flights at Kuwait International Airport have experienced widespread delays.

15:36:12

Brent crude oil broke through $86 per barrel in grey market trading, rising more than 3.7% on the day.

15:00:12

This week, the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) released updated regulatory data on short sellers' bets on UK listed companies under new rules, which contained several obvious errors, raising questions about the quality of information provided under the new disclosure regime.

14:54:17

[Desalination and Power Generation Facility Damaged in Kuwait Attack] Kuwait's Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy announced on the morning of the 18th local time that a desalination and power generation facility in Kuwait caught fire due to the Iranian attack, resulting in damage to the generator units. Relevant departments have activated contingency plans and are working to ensure a stable power supply to the area. This is the second desalination and power generation facility in Kuwait to be damaged in an attack within two days. (CCTV News)

14:54:15

[National Data Administration: 120,000 High-Quality Datasets Built Nationwide] Reporters learned today from the National Data Administration that my country has continued to increase the supply of high-quality data, having built 120,000 high-quality datasets. As of the end of June this year, the total volume of high-quality datasets built nationwide in fields such as scientific research, industrial manufacturing, medical and health care, and education exceeded 1,565 petabytes (PB), an increase of over 60% compared to the end of the first quarter. This current volume is equivalent to approximately 547 times the total digital resources of the National Library of China, providing strong support for the development of artificial intelligence. At the same time, my country's data annotation industry is developing rapidly, effectively supporting the construction of high-quality datasets. As of the end of June this year, the seven pilot cities for data annotation—Chengdu (Sichuan), Shenyang (Liaoning), Hefei (Anhui), Changsha (Hunan), Haikou (Hainan), Baoding (Hebei), and Datong (Shanxi)—have an annotation scale exceeding 119 petabytes (PB), with 140,000 data annotation professionals. Next, the National Data Administration will further deepen the construction of a high-quality data supply system serving artificial intelligence, using model applications to drive data supply and data to drive model iteration, promoting a value loop for the paid use of datasets. (CCTV News)

13:38:12

[US Commercial Bank Deposits Shrink by $74 Billion in a Single Week, Short-Term Volatility Draws Attention] ⑴ Federal Reserve data shows that as of the week ending July 8, US commercial bank deposits fell to approximately $19.36 trillion, a decrease of about $74 billion from the previous week, mainly reflecting short-term fluctuations in the banking system's deposit balance. ⑵ From the perspective of fund flows, the deposit reduction may be related to the fading quarter-end effect, competition among money market funds, and the migration of some funds to higher-yield assets. Specific structural changes need to be assessed in conjunction with data from the following weeks. ⑶ From a market psychology perspective, the marginal decline in deposit size is not yet sufficient to constitute a systemic trend signal. However, given the Fed's maintenance of high interest rates, the persistence of deposit disintermediation pressure remains an important entry point for the market to focus on banking system liquidity. ⑷ Going forward, attention should be paid to whether deposit changes are accompanied by adjustments in large-denomination certificate of deposit rates or changes in commercial bank financing strategies, and whether they have a chain reaction impact on the pace of credit issuance. This will determine the potential significance of this indicator.

13:32:12

[Fifth Air Raid Siren Issued in Kuwait] At approximately 8:00 AM local time on the 18th, the fifth air raid siren of the day was issued in Kuwait. The Kuwaiti military subsequently issued a statement saying that its air defense system was intercepting "hostile" aerial targets entering Kuwaiti airspace. The statement also urged the public to comply with previously issued government safety guidelines and take measures to ensure safety in place. There are currently no reports of casualties. Earlier that day, the Iranian military claimed responsibility for strikes against US bases located in Kuwait and Jordan. (CCTV News)

13:28:12

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed it attacked a U.S. Navy fuel supply terminal in Kuwait's port of Al-Ahmadi.

13:26:13

[US Eyes Transnational Bridge Revenue, Canada Insists on Recovering Investment First] The power struggle between the United States and Canada over the Gordy Howe Bridge, connecting Michigan and Ontario, continues. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated on the 16th that Canada will not share toll revenue from the bridge with the United States until it has recouped all its initial construction investments. (Xinhua)

13:26:12

Kuwait Airways: Following the temporary closure of the airport due to the Iranian attack, the company has rescheduled most of its flights.

13:02:12

The ceasefire agreement has become worthless, and oil prices have surged 16% in a single week! History is repeating itself in the Strait of Hormuz, but this time Saudi Arabia has a backup plan. Details>

12:38:15

[Iranian official says US airstrikes disrupt drinking water supply in Jask region] On the 18th local time, an official in Hormozgan province in southern Iran said that US airstrikes hit power facilities and desalination pumping stations in the Jask region of the province, causing a disruption in the local drinking water supply. (CCTV News)

12:38:13

[Russia Claims to Have Shot Down Over 300 Drones Heading Towards Moscow] According to Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin on social media, starting at 8:30 PM local time on the 17th, over 370 drones flew towards the Moscow region. Most were intercepted by air defense forces at long range, and 64 were destroyed upon approaching Moscow. On the 7th of this month, Russia reported that over 430 drones flew towards the Moscow region from the evening of the 6th to the early morning of the 7th. Reports indicate this is one of the largest drone attacks on Moscow by Ukrainian armed forces in nearly two years. (CCTV News)

12:36:13

The Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps stated that if the territory of countries where U.S. troops are stationed is used to attack Iran, those countries should expect "appropriate responses."

12:36:12

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claims to have attacked a U.S. military facility in Kuwait.

12:34:12

The "bloated" dollar and the "gamble" on the pound: When safe-haven buying collides with the ebb of interest rate hikes, a reversal of roles between bulls and bears is unfolding in the currency market. Details>

12:20:12

Kuwaiti military: Kuwait is currently intercepting missiles and drones launched from Iran.

11:58:16

[Former US Air Force Officer: Iranian Elementary School Attack Consists of US Military Operation] On February 28, the US and Israel launched a large-scale military operation against Iran. An elementary school in Minab, southern Iran, was attacked by missiles, killing 175 people, the vast majority of whom were children. On July 16, US sources, citing three informed sources, stated that the US military investigation into the Minab elementary school attack had been stalled for some time. Sky News, in a report on the same day, used satellite imagery and video footage to create a 3D reconstruction of the attacked school. A former US Air Force officer confirmed in the report that the attack on the school and surrounding buildings "clearly conforms to the characteristics of a US military operation." Furthermore, the area was within range of a US carrier strike group that day—public US information indicates that the USS Spruance destroyer launched Tomahawk missiles that day. (CCTV News)

11:58:14

Iranian state television, citing the Iranian military, claimed that it had attacked US military assets and fuel depots in Bahrain.

11:58:13

[EU Calls on Israel to Halt Settlement Expansion in the West Bank] The European External Action Service (EU External Action Service) issued a statement on the 17th expressing concern over the Israeli government's recent decision to allocate funds for settlement expansion in the West Bank, warning that this move will further undermine the feasibility of the "two-state solution." The statement said that this Israeli action will exacerbate the division and isolation of Palestinians, putting them at greater risk of human rights violations. The EU opposes the Israeli government's decision to declare the Jiwatzef settlement in the West Bank as its "municipal district." The statement reiterated the EU's long-standing position of not recognizing Israeli sovereignty over the territories occupied since June 1967. The statement called on Israel to halt unilateral measures that undermine the feasibility of the "two-state solution," including further settlement expansion, "legalizing" illegal settlements, seizing land, demolishing houses, and evicting residents. (Xinhua)

11:58:12

[World Cup Final to Feature First-Ever Halftime Show, Potentially Breaking Competition Rules] The 2026 USA-Canada-Mexico FIFA World Cup final will kick off on July 19th at a stadium in New Jersey, USA. FIFA has previously announced that a halftime show will be included in the match. This move may significantly extend the halftime break, breaking relevant provisions of the Laws of the Game. This will be the first time in World Cup history that a halftime show has been featured. FIFA has announced that the show will last 11 minutes and will include appearances by celebrities such as Madonna, Shakira, and Justin Bieber, "turning the most important match in football history into an unprecedented celebration." (Xinhua)

11:56:13

[China Railway Cold Chain Express Train Makes its Debut Today: Xinjiang Fresh Fruit Arrives in Xi'an in 36 Hours] Early this morning (18th), a railway train equipped with refrigerated containers carrying fresh fruit departed from Sanping Station in Urumqi, Xinjiang, bound for Xi'an, Shaanxi Province. This marks the official launch of the "China Railway Cold Chain Express" service. Xinjiang's specialty fresh fruits, such as grapes and Hami melons, can now reach Xi'an and surrounding markets in Shaanxi Province in as little as 36 hours, reducing the travel time by approximately three days compared to before. (CCTV News)

11:56:12

[VIP Featured Article Reminder] Retail investors are stubbornly holding the 4000 level, while institutions are already targeting 3820. What will gold's future hold? (Article published; viewable directly on the website, or in the VIP section of the app)

11:12:16

China's diesel exports in June - Energy (10,000 tons)

Previous : 35 Forecast : -

Published Value 43

11:12:15

China's June Pipeline Natural Gas Imports - Energy (10,000 tons)

Previous : 525 Forecast : -

Published Value 525

11:12:13

China's liquefied natural gas imports in June - Energy (10,000 tons)

Previous : 486 Forecast : -

Published Value 568

10:32:13

[Merz: Germany to Send Conventional Troops to French Nuclear Exercise for the First Time] German Chancellor Merz said on the 17th in North Rhine-Westphalia that Germany will send conventional troops to participate in French armed forces' nuclear exercise for the first time this year. The Franco-German Council of Ministers and the Franco-German Council of Defense and Security held meetings in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, from the 16th to the 17th. Merz and French President Macron, in a joint press conference after the meeting, stated that the two countries will further strengthen defense cooperation. Merz stated that Germany and France are forging a new common path in the field of nuclear deterrence. Furthermore, at the initiative of France, the European Volunteer Union for Ukraine will hold military exercises this autumn, in which Germany will participate, and the two sides will jointly agree on the specific methods of participation. Regarding defense industry cooperation, Merz stated that the fighter jet project under the "Future Combat Air System" framework, which was previously jointly promoted by Germany and France, failed due to industrial differences, but the two sides will continue to promote the development of key technologies such as "combat cloud" under this framework, and strengthen cooperation in areas such as integrated air defense systems and long-range weapons. Macron emphasized the importance of the consensus reached between France and Germany, while stating that France's nuclear deterrent force will continue to be fully funded by France. (Xinhua)

10:32:12

[Kuwait Says It Is Intercepting Hostile Targets Entering Its Airspace] The Kuwaiti military announced around 5:00 AM local time today (July 18) that its air defense system is intercepting "hostile" aerial targets that entered Kuwaiti airspace. Two rounds of air raid sirens were also sounded in Bahrain earlier that morning. (CCTV International News)

10:02:12

[U.S. Central Command: Ends Seventh Night of Strikes Against Iran] U.S. Central Command announced that at 9:30 p.m. Eastern Time on July 17, the U.S. military ended its seventh consecutive night of strikes against Iran. The targets of the strikes by U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) included reconnaissance sites, military logistics facilities, underground weapons depots, and naval forces. The U.S. military used fighter jets, drones, warships, and other combat equipment to carry out the attacks. Following instructions from the Supreme Commander, Central Command will continue to pursue Iranian accountability and maintain a full naval blockade of Iranian ports. More than 50,000 U.S. military personnel are deployed throughout the Middle East, remaining on high alert, combat-ready, and ready to respond at any time.

10:00:12

According to Iranian media reports, an explosion was heard in the Khorramabad region.

09:48:12

US stock bulls retreated overnight, gold and silver positions saw an unprecedented split, and trillions of dollars are seen flowing into this forgotten corner. Details>

09:34:13

Iran's Tasnim News Agency reported that the United States attacked a location near Jask.

09:34:12

[Iran Claims Attacks on US Bases in Kuwait and Jordan] On the 18th local time, Iranian state television, citing military sources, reported that the Iranian military attacked US bases in Kuwait and Jordan. (CCTV News)

09:10:12

[Gold ETF Holdings Remain Stable at 461 Tons, Silver ETF Discount Widens Slightly] ⑴ As of July 17, the world's largest gold ETF held 461.36 tons, corresponding to net assets of approximately US$59.26 billion, with 788.65 million units. The closing price on July 16 was US$74.80, representing a discount of 0.40% that day. ⑵ Silver ETFs held 15,061.32 tons, corresponding to net assets of approximately US$26.77 billion, with 535.5 million units. The closing price on July 16 was US$50.39, representing a discount of 1.39%, a more significant discount than the gold ETF. ⑶ From a trading psychology perspective, the recent escalation of the US-Iran conflict has driven safe-haven demand for precious metals. However, gold ETFs maintained a slight discount, while silver ETFs traded at a discount exceeding 1%, suggesting that short-term physical buying was not enthusiastic about premiums. The market is maintaining a cautious balance between safe-haven sentiment and the pressure from dollar interest rates. (4) The gold benchmark is the London Gold Afternoon Fixing price, and the silver benchmark is the London Silver Fixing price. Neither fund distributes profits; investors participate in precious metal price fluctuations through share allocations. If the geopolitical situation deteriorates further, a narrowing of the discount or a shift to a premium could become a window into a change in sentiment.

09:08:13

[CBOT Grain Positions Reverse Sharply, Speculative Funds Focus on Reducing Wheat and Corn Shorts] ⑴ CFTC data shows that in the week ending July 14, non-commercial net short positions in wheat on the Chicago Board of Trade decreased significantly by approximately 30,752 contracts to 38,851 contracts, and net short positions in corn decreased by approximately 29,494 contracts to 37,916 contracts, with both commodities experiencing large-scale short covering. ⑵ In the soybean market, non-commercial net long positions increased by approximately 14,003 contracts to 23,687 contracts, continuing the previous bullish bias, indicating that speculative funds' bullish sentiment towards oilseeds remains relatively stable. ⑶ By managed fund, net long positions in corn managed funds increased by approximately 30,733 contracts to 43,391 contracts, directly reversing from short to long; net short positions in wheat managed funds decreased by approximately 25,527 contracts, significantly easing short-selling pressure; and net long positions in soybean oil managed funds increased significantly by approximately 23,800 contracts to over 113,000 contracts, becoming the commodity with the most significant changes in positions among grains and oilseeds. (4) From a trading perspective, the escalation of the US-Iran conflict has led to rising energy prices, indirectly boosting valuation expectations for biofuel feedstocks. This, coupled with disruptions to Black Sea grain exports and North American weather concerns, has prompted a concentrated liquidation of previously accumulated short positions. If new marginal changes occur in the geopolitical situation or crop weather conditions, the current short-covering rally could evolve further.

09:08:12

[CFTC Positions: WTI Crude Oil Net Long Positions Increase Slightly, Geopolitical Risk Premium Attracts Speculative Funds] ⑴ Data from the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission shows that in the week ending July 14, speculative funds increased their combined net long positions in WTI crude oil futures and options in New York and London by approximately 4,400 contracts to 70,059 contracts, marking the second consecutive week of increases. ⑵ Looking at individual contracts, managed funds' net long positions in WTI crude oil on the New York Mercantile Exchange increased by approximately 11,700 contracts, while net long positions in ICE WTI contracts decreased by approximately 7,300 contracts, indicating some rebalancing in both markets. ⑶ From a trading psychology perspective, the escalating U.S.-Iran conflict pushed Brent crude oil prices up by more than 10% during the week. Speculative funds chose to moderately increase their long exposure against the backdrop of heightened supply risks, but the increase was relatively restrained, indicating a cautious assessment of the sustainability of the geopolitical premium. (4) During the same period, net long positions in RBOB gasoline decreased slightly by about 2,600 contracts, while net long positions in heating oil increased by about 6,100 contracts. This divergence in refined oil product positions suggests a disagreement in market expectations regarding refining margins and end-user demand prospects. If the geopolitical situation deteriorates further, short covering could drive net long positions to continue expanding.

08:56:14

[Russia Claims to Have Strike Multiple Ukrainian Ports; Ukraine Claims to Have Repelled Russian Offensive] The Russian Ministry of Defense reported on the 17th that in the past week, the Russian military conducted 19 swarm strikes using high-precision long-range weapons and attack drones. On the same day, Ukraine reported that it had launched long-range deep strikes against Russian strategic bombers and energy facilities. The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reported on the 17th that Ukrainian forces continued to repel Russian offensives in multiple directions, shooting down 1,879 drones. (CCTV News)

08:56:13

[Shenzhen Yantian Port's Container Throughput Hits Record High] Yantian Port in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, is one of the world's largest single container terminals, handling over 40,000 TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) daily to destinations worldwide, making it a true "world-class shipping hub." In the first half of this year, Yantian Port's container throughput hit a record high for the same period, with cross-border e-commerce showing particularly rapid growth. (CCTV Finance)

08:56:12

Colombia's national oil company, ECOPETROL, suffered a cyberattack resulting in a data breach, and the attackers made a ransom demand. The cyberattack did not disrupt company operations.

08:54:16

Venezuela's acting president stated that the country has received $346 million in funding from the International Monetary Fund following the earthquake.

08:54:14

Kuwaiti military says it is currently defending against Iranian drone attacks.

08:54:13

Apple raises iPhone prices in Japan by 10%.

08:54:12

[Crude Oil Freight Rates Fluctuate at High Levels, Geopolitical Premiums Continue to Support the VLCC Market] ⑴ Data from the Shanghai Shipping Exchange shows that freight rates in China's imported VLCC shipping market fluctuated at high levels this week. The CTFI composite index was 4360.85 points, a slight increase of about 0.7% compared to the previous period, but still at a relatively high level in recent years. ⑵ The US-Iran conflict continues to escalate, with the US launching a new round of airstrikes on military facilities in Iran, while Tehran retaliated against targets in the Persian Gulf region. The number of ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz has plummeted, and the two major energy choke points face the risk of simultaneous paralysis, with geopolitical premiums continuing to inject into the oil shipping market. ⑶ On the fundamental side, US commercial crude oil inventories decreased by about 1.69 million barrels to 410 million barrels last week, while exports increased by nearly 460,000 barrels per day. The four-week average supply of crude oil products increased slightly by about 0.3% year-on-year, with both supply and demand supporting freight rates. (4) From a market psychology perspective, there are no signs of the situation in the Middle East easing up, and shipowners are highly risk-averse on the Persian Gulf route. If a new blockade occurs in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, it will force more ships to detour around the Cape of Good Hope, further lengthening the effective shipping distance and pushing up VLCC charter rates.

08:52:14

[Strait of Hormuz Ship Traffic Drops to Lowest Level in Three Weeks] Data released on the 17th by international market services firm Kepler showed that ship traffic in the Strait of Hormuz continued to weaken on the 16th, with the number of confirmed vessels passing through the strait falling to only 8, the lowest level in nearly three weeks. (CCTV News)

08:52:13

[US Military Denies Two Oil Tankers Exploded After Striking Mines in Strait of Hormuz] On July 17 local time, the US Central Command stated that the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' claim that "two oil tankers struck mines and exploded in the international shipping lanes of the Strait of Hormuz" is untrue. The US Central Command stated that this news, like many previous claims made by the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, is disinformation. (CCTV News)

07:48:12

According to market sources, AI chip startup Etched is currently pursuing multiple rounds of financing: First, it is in talks with Jianjie Capital to lead a new round of financing; second, it will also secure another $10 billion financing round, led by Sequoia Capital. Etched is a cutting-edge technology company focused on developing chips for large-scale model inference. With this significant funding round, it will further expand its R&D team, accelerate chip tape-out and commercialization, and provide the industry with more energy-efficient computing solutions amidst a global shortage of AI computing power.

07:46:13

Artificial intelligence chip startup ETCHED is in talks regarding a valuation of $20 billion.

07:46:12

The Bahrain Interior Ministry announced that air raid warnings have been issued for the area.

07:42:12

[Top 10 ETFs with Net Inflows Yesterday Released] Broad-based ETFs continue to dominate the top ten of the ETF net inflow list. According to data from iFinD, eight of the top ten A-share ETFs with the largest net inflows on July 17th were broad-based ETFs. Among them, the Huatai-PineBridge CSI 300 ETF (510300) saw a net inflow of 9.327 billion yuan, the E Fund ChiNext ETF (159915) saw a net inflow of 6.705 billion yuan, and the ChinaAMC SSE STAR Market 50 Component ETF (588000) saw a net inflow of 5.182 billion yuan. Such large inflows into broad-based ETFs often reflect an increased market recognition of the overall allocation value of core large-cap assets, and also indirectly indicate that some funds are using broad-based ETFs to position themselves for the future overall market trend in A-shares.

07:38:13

The Ministry of Natural Resources released before-and-after images of the landslide in Pengshui County, Chongqing, showing the collapse of multiple buildings. According to the Ministry, on July 17, the Ministry initiated emergency response video conferencing to arrange and deploy emergency response measures for the landslide in Pengshui County, Chongqing. It organized consultations to assess potential disaster risks and produced before-and-after remote sensing imagery comparison maps and 3D reality comparison maps, which were delivered to the frontline rescue command center. Simultaneously, the Ministry coordinated the acquisition of remote sensing satellite imagery.

07:38:12

Iran's Tasnim News Agency, citing sources from the Hormozgan provincial government, reported that given the risk of further attacks in the province, residents have been advised to avoid non-essential travel within the province.

07:34:12

The Democratic Republic of Congo has reported that the number of confirmed Ebola cases in the country has risen to 2,181, with 864 deaths.

07:28:22

US NYMEX Palladium Inventory Change - Daily (100 ounces) - July 16

Previous : 0 Forecast : -

Published Value 0

07:28:21

US NYMEX Platinum Inventory Change - Daily (100 ounces) - July 16

Previous : 0 Forecast : -

Published Value 0

07:28:19

US NYMEX Palladium Inventories - Daily Update (100 ounces) - July 16

Previous : 2336 Forecast : -

Published Value 2336

07:28:18

US NYMEX Platinum Inventory - Daily Update (100 ounces) - July 16

Previous : 3943.70 Forecast : -

Published Value 3943.70

07:28:17

US COMEX Silver Inventory Change - Daily (100 ounces) - July 16

Previous : -3198.01 Forecast : -

Published Value 0

07:28:15

US COMEX Silver Inventories - Daily Update (100 ounces) - July 16

Previous : 3285274.53 Forecast : -

Published Value 3285274.53

07:28:13

US COMEX Gold Inventory Change - Daily (100 ounces) - July 16

Previous : 0 Forecast : -

Published Value 0

07:28:12

US COMEX Gold Inventories - Daily Update (100 ounces) - July 16

Previous : 271189.02 Forecast : -

Published Value 271189.02

07:26:20

Shenzhen has lifted all rainstorm and thunderstorm warnings. The thunderstorm clouds have weakened and the heavy rainfall has basically ended. The Shenzhen Meteorological Observatory lifted all rainstorm warnings and thunderstorm warnings for the entire city at 7:20 a.m. on July 18, 2026. Citizens are advised to still avoid areas with potential safety hazards, such as river channels and dangerous slopes.

07:26:19

US iShares Silver Holdings Changes - Daily (tons) - July 17

Previous : 36.55 Forecast : -

Published Value 67.49

07:26:18

US iShares Silver Holdings - Daily Update (tons) - July 17

Previous : 14993.83 Forecast : -

Published Value 15061.32

07:26:16

US iShares Gold Holdings Changes - Daily (tons) - July 17

Previous : 0 Forecast : -

Published Value -0.38

07:26:15

US iShares Gold Holdings - Daily Update (tons) as of July 17

Previous : 461.74 Forecast : -

Published Value 461.36

07:26:14

US SPDR Gold Holdings Changes - Daily (tons) - July 17

Previous : 0 Forecast : -

Published Value -2.86

07:26:12

US SPDR Gold Holdings - Daily Update (tons) - July 17

Previous : 1001.88 Forecast : -

Published Value 999.02

07:12:12

Iranian media, citing local officials, reported that an attack launched by "enemies" occurred in Hormozgan province, resulting in the deaths of three people and injuries to eight others.

07:10:13

The price of silver in RMB-denominated over-the-counter market broke through 11 yuan per gram, with an intraday increase of 1264%.

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