Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SPCX.US)'s 2Q revenue spiked 92% YoY to USD7.8 billion, topping analysts' expectations, while loss narrowed to USD541 million from USD1.008 billion in the same period last year.

The AI division posted an operating loss of USD1.26 billion, while the space division recorded a loss of USD542 million. The network connectivity business continued to post a profit, with operating profit reaching USD1.66 billion.

Following the earnings release, the company's share price fell 7.46% in after-hours trading.

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk said the company will fully build future AI services based on NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA.US) systems, as he believes the Vera Rubin multi-rack POD-level system is the best and highly values the partnership with NVIDIA.

Musk said in May that Tesla, Inc. (TSLA.US) and SpaceX would likely continue purchasing chips from both NVIDIA and Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD.US).

However, after Musk's latest remarks that SpaceX would fully adopt NVIDIA systems, NVIDIA shares jumped up 2.16% in after-hours trading, while AMD dived nearly 9%.
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Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD.US) logged a 50% YoY surge in 2Q revenue to USD11.536 billion, beating expectations. Profit spiked 1.63x YoY to USD2.297 billion, while non-GAAP diluted EPS reached USD1.66, also ahead of expectations. However, the company's shares still plunged 8.8% to USD472.94 in after-hours trading.

Data center business was the key growth driver for AMD. Data center revenue for the quarter reached USD6.7 billion, up 107% YoY, benefiting from sales of CPUs and GPUs.

AMD forecast 3Q revenue of about USD13 billion, plus or minus USD300 million, vs market expectations of USD12.52 billion. Some analysts had previously expected revenue guidance to reach USD14 billion.
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After Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN.US) shares set a record high on Monday (3rd), founder Jeff Bezos filed a plan to sell about 15 million shares worth about USD4.1 billion. The news weighed on the stock, which closed down more than 2% on Tuesday (4th).

Amazon posted strong results for 2Q, with growth in its cloud computing business beating, reinforcing investor confidence that its AI investments are translating into accelerating demand growth.

Amazon shares have cumulatively elevated about 20% YTD, exceling the S&P 500's 11% gain.
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First in global hospitality industry and Macao-Hong Kong region to receive accreditation
Reinforces company's leading position in sustainable development

MACAU, Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sands China has recently been awarded ISO 14001:2026 Environmental Management System (EMS) certification by the British Standards Institution (BSI) Group, one of the world's most authoritative certification bodies. This achievement makes Sands China the world's first integrated tourism and leisure enterprise to be certified to this ISO standard for EMS, as well as the first company in the global hospitality industry and the Macao and Hong Kong region to receive the certification. The certification covers all resort properties across Sands China's portfolio, marking the full integration of the latest international environmental management system standards into the company's corporate management and operations — reinforcing Sands China's investment and leading position in sustainable development.

Released by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) in April this year, ISO 14001:2026 is the latest version of the EMS standard. Designed to address the challenges associated with global environmental management and climate change, the updated standard further strengthens the requirements for an organisation's environmental management system, with greater emphasis on climate change, natural resource management, biodiversity, and leadership and governance. By adopting a more systematic and forward-looking approach, the standard enables organisations to continuously improve their environmental performance and response capabilities.

Sands China has long been committed to fulfilling its corporate social responsibility by implementing effective, sustainable operational initiatives, including integrating the ISO 14001 EMS into the operations and decision-making processes of its integrated resorts. Through the system, the company identifies and assesses the environmental impacts of its operations, establishes forward-thinking performance targets and enhancement initiatives, and advances key sustainability efforts, including carbon and waste reduction, addressing climate change, biodiversity conservation, and promoting environmental awareness among the public.

Sands China's new ISO 14001:2026 EMS certification follows the company's previous ISO 14001:2015 certification. By achieving the requirements of the latest international standard significantly ahead of the 2029 transition deadline set by the accreditation body, the company has further demonstrated its commitment to continuously enhancing its environmental management practices and advancing sustainable development.

Grant Chum, chief executive officer and executive director of Sands China Ltd., said: "Sustainability is a cornerstone of the company's long-term development. We are honoured to be the world's first integrated tourism and leisure enterprise, as well as the first company in the global hospitality industry and the Macao and Hong Kong region, to attain ISO 14001:2026 EMS certification. This achievement demonstrates that our environmental management efforts and performance meet the latest international standards, and reaffirms our long-standing commitment to embedding sustainability into our corporate governance and daily operations. It also validates our continuous efforts to strengthen our environmental framework and our long-standing pursuit of excellence in environmental management.

"This recognition is a testament to the collective efforts of our 28,000 team members, who are united by a common commitment to sustainability and integrate it into every facet of their daily work. Looking ahead, Sands China will continue to drive the city's integrated tourism and leisure industry towards a greener and higher-quality future through efficient and forward-looking operational strategies. Together with the Macao SAR government and all sectors of society, we will continue to contribute to Macao's development as a World Centre of Tourism and Leisure, while advancing the city's vision of a more sustainable future for all."

Sands China has remained committed to fulfilling its corporate social responsibility strategy across three core pillars: People, Community, and Planet. These strategies are closely aligned with the latest ISO 14001:2026 requirements, providing a strong foundation for the company's early attainment of the certification. In particular, the company has delivered outstanding results in sustainable operations, including a 61% reduction in its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions compared with its 2018 base year, exceeding both the 17.5% Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)-validated and 1.5°C-aligned 30% reduction targets, in alignment with the Paris Agreement. In addition, the company met its target and reduced potable water consumption by 9% in 2025, while achieving a 21% operational waste diversion rate, further promoting resource reuse and recycling and improving resource efficiency, thereby minimising its impact on the environment.

Further recognising its outstanding sustainability performance, Sands China has been named in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook again this year, marking its fourth consecutive year of recognition, earning Top 1% rankings in both the Global and China editions — while securing the 'Industry Mover' distinction in the China edition for the second consecutive year. In addition, the company has been named in the latest Dow Jones Best-in-Class (DJBIC) Indices, including the Dow Jones Best-in-Class World Index for the fifth consecutive year and the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Asia Pacific Index for the sixth consecutive year, making it the world's only integrated resort operator to be concurrently listed in both indices. These recognitions underscore the company's long-standing commitment and achievements across its three core ESG pillars of "People, Community, and Planet."

About Sands China Ltd.

Sands China Ltd. (Sands China or the Company) is incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability and is listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (HKEx: 1928). Sands China is the largest operator of integrated resorts in Macao. The Company's integrated resorts on the Cotai Strip comprise The Venetian^® Macao, The Plaza^® Macao, The Parisian^® Macao and The Londoner^® Macao. The Company also owns and operates Sands^® Macao on the Macao peninsula. The Company's portfolio features a diversified mix of leisure and business attractions and transportation operations, including large meeting and convention facilities; a wide range of restaurants; shopping malls; world-class entertainment at The Venetian Arena, The Londoner Arena, The Venetian Theatre, The Parisian Theatre, The Londoner Theatre and Sands Theatre; and a high-speed Cotai Water Jet ferry service between Hong Kong and Macao. The Company's Cotai Strip portfolio has the goal of contributing to Macao's transformation into a world centre of tourism and leisure. Sands China is a subsidiary of global resort developer Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE: LVS).

For more information, please visit www.sandschina.com.

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創全球酒店業及港澳地區企業先河
彰顯公司可持續發展領先地位

澳門2026年8月4日 /美通社/ -- 金沙中國日前獲全球最具公信力的管理系統驗證機構之一──英國標準協會（BSI）頒授ISO 14001:2026環境管理體系認證，成為全球首家通過此國際認證之綜合旅遊休閒企業，同時創下全球酒店業及港澳地區企業先河；認證更覆蓋企業旗下所有度假村物業，標誌著金沙中國已全面將國際最新環境管理標準融入企業管理及營運，進一步彰顯公司在可持續發展方面的投放及領先地位。

ISO 14001:2026是由國際標準化組織（ISO）於今年四月發布的環境管理體系最新版本，進一步回應全球環境管理及氣候變化帶來的挑戰。新標準進一步完善企業環境管理系統要求，強化氣候變化、自然資源管理、生物多樣性及高層管治等重點範疇，協助企業透過更具系統性及前瞻性的管理機制，持續提升環境管理表現及應對能力。

金沙中國一直積極履行企業社會責任，持續推行高效的綠色營運舉措，並將ISO14001環境管理體系融入旗下綜合度假村的營運及決策流程；利用系統精準識別營運過程中對環境的影響、建立多項前瞻的績效目標及優化項目，推動低碳減廢、應對氣候變化、保護生物多樣性、提高公眾環保意識等關鍵工作。憑藉卓越的環境管理表現，公司繼早前榮獲ISO 14001:2015環境管理體系認證後，今年再率先獲頒全新ISO 14001:2026環境管理體系認證，較授權機構訂立的2029年標準過渡期限大幅提前達到最新國際標準要求，充分展現公司持續精進環境管理及實踐可持續發展的決心。

金沙中國有限公司行政總裁兼執行董事鄭君諾表示：「可持續發展是企業長遠發展的基石。金沙中國十分榮幸率先完成ISO 14001:2026環境管理體系認證，成為全球首家通過此最新認證的綜合旅遊休閒企業，以及全球酒店業及港澳地區首家獲此認證的企業，反映公司在環境管理方面的投入及績效已符合最新國際標準要求，更印證了我們多年來將可持續發展理念融入企業管治及日常營運，並持續優化管理體系、追求卓越環境管理的成果。這項成果有賴公司28,000名團隊成員秉持可持續發展的共同理念、協力前行，並貫徹於日常工作的每一個環節之中。未來，金沙中國將持續以高效前瞻的營運策略推動本澳綜合旅遊休閒業邁向更綠色、更高質量的發展，攜手澳門特區政府及社會各界，為澳門『世界旅遊休閒中心』及實現可持續發展願景作出更大貢獻，共創更美好的未來。」

金沙中國一直堅定履行「人才」、「社區」及「地球」三大企業責任支柱，有關策略成效與ISO 14001:2026最新要求高度契合，成為率先取得該認證的重要基礎。其中，公司的綠色營運成效斐然，包括範疇一及範疇二的溫室氣體排放量較2018基準年相比大幅削減61%，遠超科學基礎減碳目標倡議（SBTi）驗證的 17.5%減排目標，更超越與1.5°C 限溫目標相符的 30% 減排目標，兩者均符合《巴黎協定》所提出的標準。此外，公司於2025年成功將飲水用量達標並減少9%，並實現21%的營運廢棄物轉化率，持續推動資源循環利用、提升資源使用效益，以減少對生態環境的影響。

憑藉高效卓越的可持續發展策略，金沙中國亦於今年第四度入選標普全球《可持續發展年鑒》，並榮膺國際版及中國版評分最佳1%殊榮，同時蟬聯中國版「行業最佳進步企業」獎項。此外，在最新公佈的道瓊斯領先指數中，連續第五年入選道瓊斯領先全球指數，以及連續第六年入選道瓊斯領先亞太區指數，成為全球唯一同時入選全球指數及亞太區指數之綜合旅遊休閒企業，足證公司在「人才、社區及地球」三大可持續發展核心的長期實踐深獲國際權威機構的高度肯定。

關於金沙中國有限公司

金沙中國有限公司（香港聯交所：1928，「金沙中國」或「公司」）是一所於開曼群島註冊成立的有限公司及在香港聯合交易所有限公司上市的公司。金沙中國是澳門最大的綜合度假村經營商，於路氹金光大道上設有澳門威尼斯人^®、澳門百利宮、澳門巴黎人^®，以及澳門倫敦人^® 等物業項目，同時擁有及經營位於澳門半島的澳門金沙。公司旗下的各綜合度假村集合多樣化的娛樂消閒、商務設施及客運業務，包括大型會議及展覽場地、各式餐廳食肆、購物中心、於威尼斯人綜藝館、倫敦人綜藝館、威尼斯人劇場、巴黎人劇場、倫敦人劇場及金沙劇場舉行的世界級娛樂表演，以及來往港澳的金光飛航高速渡輪服務。公司在路氹金光大道的各物業發展項目，堅定並持續地為建設澳門成為世界旅遊休閒中心貢獻力量。金沙中國是全球度假村發展商拉斯維加斯金沙集團股份有限公司（紐約證券交易所：LVS）的附屬公司。

如欲索取更多相關資訊，請瀏覽網頁https://hk.sandschina.com/index.html。

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GROWING SALES TO US$8.3 BILLION, NET PROFIT INCREASED TO US$738 MILLION

HONG KONG, Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Techtronic Industries Co. Ltd. ("TTI" or the "Group") (stock code: HK: 0669, ADR symbol: TTNDY), a global cordless power tool, outdoor power equipment and floorcare & cleaning company, is pleased to announce its results for the six-month period ended June 30, 2026. The Group delivered record first half results in 2026, with revenue growing 5.9% to US$8.3 billion. Its two leading brands, MILWAUKEE and RYOBI, both delivered a strong performance in the first half of 2026, growing at a combined 8.2% underlying growth rate in local currency.

• TTI delivered record first half results in 2026, with revenue growing 5.9% to US$8.3 billion and net profit increasing 17.5% to US$738 million. 
• Our global MILWAUKEE business grew 10.5% on an underlying basis in local currency, after adjusting for the planned 2025 timing impact related to the MILWAUKEE Americas ERP system conversion.
• RYOBI, the #1 global consumer cordless tool and outdoor products brand, grew 1.7% in local currency to US$1.9 billion in the first half of 2026. 
• EBIT margin expanded 86 basis points to a record high 9.9%, up from 9.1% in the first half of 2025. More importantly, we are well positioned to meet or exceed our internal target of 10.0% EBIT margin by 2027.
• We delivered US$753 million of free cash flow in the first half of 2026 and we are on track for another strong free cash flow performance in the second half. 
• The Company commenced its US$500 million automatic share repurchase plan following authorization and approval in June 2026. 

Gross margin expanded 258 basis points to a record 42.9% in the first half of 2026. The 2026 gross margin expansion of 163 basis points was driven from the annualization of our tariff-mitigation efforts such as optimizing production, productivity gains, and supplier partnerships. EBIT grew 15.9% to US$822 million, while EBIT margin increased 86 basis points to 9.9%. Net Profit increased 17.5% to US$738 million due to lower net finance costs, and earnings per share rose 17.8% to US40.50 cents. Working capital as a percentage of sales improved 11 basis points from last year to 16.6%. TTI generated US$753 million in positive Free Cash Flow in the first six months of 2026, ending the period in a US$1.066 billion net cash position. In June 2026, TTI commenced its automatic share repurchase plan of up to US$500 million over the next 18 months. Through the end of July, it has repurchased US$42 million of stock pursuant to the plan.

The Group's reportable segment structure is changed from the previous business segments of "Power Equipment" and "Floorcare and Cleaning" to the newly defined segments of "Professional" and "Consumer". The Professional segment delivered sales of US$5.9 billion in the first half of 2026, an increase of 9.7% in reported currency. The Consumer segment delivered sales of US$2.4 billion in the first half of 2026, a decrease of 2.5%.

The Directors have resolved to declare an interim dividend of HK150.00 cents (approximately US19.31 cents) (2025: HK125.00 cents (approximately US16.09 cents)) per share for the six-month period ended

June 30, 2026. The interim dividend will be paid to shareholders listed on the register of members of the Company on September 4, 2026. It is expected that the interim dividend will be paid on or about September 18, 2026.

Mr. Horst Pudwill, Executive Chairman of TTI, said, "With the best people and strongest culture, deepest relationships with the core trades and customers, the most robust product roadmap, and the healthiest balance sheet in TTI's history, we are poised to continue leading the industry in the years to come."

Mr. Steven P. Richman, CEO of TTI, commented, "After delivering a 9.9% EBIT margin in the first six months of 2026, we have an increased level of confidence in our ability to meet or exceed our internal target of 10.0% EBIT margin by 2027 with further upside in 2028 and beyond. TTI is poised to deliver another outstanding year in 2026."

Forward-Looking Statements

This announcement contains certain forward-looking statements or uses certain forward-looking terminologies which are based on the current expectations, estimates, projections, beliefs and assumptions of TTI about the businesses and the markets in which the Group operates and reflect TTI's views as of the date of this announcement. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to market risk, uncertainties and factors beyond the control of TTI. Therefore, actual outcomes and returns may differ materially from the assumptions made and the statements contained in this announcement.

About TTI

Techtronic Industries Company Limited ("TTI" or the "Company"), founded in 1985 by German entrepreneur Horst Julius Pudwill, is a world leader in cordless technology. As a pioneer in Power Tools, Outdoor Power Equipment, Floorcare and Cleaning Products, TTI serves professional, industrial, Do It Yourself (DIY), and consumer markets worldwide. With more than 47,000 employees globally, the company's relentless focus on innovation and strategic growth has established its leading position in the industries it serves.

MILWAUKEE is at the forefront of TTI's professional tool portfolio. With global research and development headquartered in Brookfield, Wisconsin, the historic MILWAUKEE brand is renowned for driving innovation, safety, and jobsite productivity worldwide. The RYOBI brand, headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, remains the top choice for DIYers and continues to set the standard in DIY tool innovation. TTI's diverse brand portfolio also includes trusted brands like AEG, EMPIRE, HOMELITE, and leading floorcare names HOOVER, ORECK, VAX, and DIRT DEVIL.

TTI's international recognition and renowned brand portfolio are supported by a strong ownership structure that underscores the company's global reach and stability. The Pudwill family remains the company's largest shareholder, with the remaining ownership held largely by institutional investors at North American and European-owned firms. TTI is publicly traded on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and is a constituent stock of the Hang Seng Index, operating globally with a strong commitment to environmental, social, and corporate governance standards. For more information, visit www.ttigroup.com.

All trademarks listed other than AEG and RYOBI are owned by the Group. AEG is a registered trademark of AB Electrolux (publ.) and is used under license. RYOBI is a registered trademark of Ryobi Limited and is used under license.

CXMT (688825.SH) is preparing to produce advanced smartphone memory chips, narrowing the technology gap with Micron Technology, Inc. (MU.US), SK hynix Inc. (SKHY.US) and Samsung Electronics, Bloomberg, citing sources, reported.

The company plans to begin small-scale production of advanced low-power memory chips around the end of the year. If prototype testing delivers favorable results, mass production will commence.

The advanced chip, known as Low Power Double Data Rate 6 memory (LPDDR6), offers considerably faster data transmission speeds and higher energy efficiency compared with previous-generation products, helping smartphones and laptops run AI applications.
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Apple Inc. (AAPL.US) logged sales of more than USD10 billion in India for the last fiscal year for the first time, representing a double-digit percentage YoY increase, Bloomberg, citing sources, reported. iPhone accounted for the vast majority of sales, while sales of iPad and MacBook also hiked.

Although India currently accounts for only a small portion of its overall business, it is gradually becoming a major sales region outside the US and China. India has also become a key part of Apple's manufacturing strategy, with five iPhone factories in the country.
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- Earnings Call Scheduled for 8:00 a.m. ET on August 24, 2026 -

GUANGZHOU, China, Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- XPeng Inc. ("XPENG" or the "Company," NYSE: XPEV and HKEX: 9868), a leading global Physical AI company, today announced that it will report its second quarter 2026 unaudited financial results on Monday, August 24, 2026, before the open of U.S. markets.

The Company's management will host an earnings conference call at 8:00 AM U.S. Eastern Time on August 24, 2026 (8:00 PM Beijing/Hong Kong Time on August 24, 2026).

For participants who wish to join the call by phone, please access the link provided below to complete the pre-registration and dial in 5 minutes prior to the scheduled call start time. Upon registration, each participant will receive dial-in details to join the conference call.

Additionally, a live and archived webcast of the conference call will be available on the Company's investor relations website at http://ir.xiaopeng.com.

A replay of the conference call will be accessible approximately an hour after the conclusion of the call until September 1, 2026, by dialing the following telephone numbers:

About XPENG

XPENG is a leading global Physical AI company, dedicated to bringing artificial intelligence into the physical world to reshape future mobility and smart living. Through in-house R&D, XPENG has developed a full-stack Physical AI architecture spanning Turing AI chips, world foundation models, and highly integrated software and hardware applications. This unified technology foundation of XPENG powers an expansive product portfolio of smart EVs, robotaxis, and humanoid robots, advancing the deployment of Physical AI at scale. Headquartered in Guangzhou, China, XPENG is dual-primary listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. With global capabilities across R&D, manufacturing, sales, and services, XPENG drives continuous technological innovation and fosters an open Physical AI ecosystem, making life smarter, safer, and better for users worldwide. For more information, please visit https://www.xpeng.com/.

Contacts:

For Investor Enquiries: 
IR Department
XPeng Inc.
E-mail: [email protected] 

Jenny Cai
Piacente Financial Communications
Tel: +1-212-481-2050 or +86-10-6508-0677
E-mail: [email protected] 

For Media Enquiries: 
PR Department
XPeng Inc.
E-mail: [email protected] 

Samsung regained the top position in the global DRAM market in 2Q with a 39% market share, recovering to 2024 levels, Counterpoint Research's latest global memory tracker report showed.

In comparison, although SK hynix Inc. (SKHY.US) charted a YoY surge of 214% in quarterly revenue, its market share fell from 39% in 2Q25 to 26% in 2Q26. As one of the world's top three memory manufacturers, Micron Technology, Inc. (MU.US) also delivered solid quarterly results, securing a 25% market share and nearly wrestling with SK hynix for second place. Since the rise of the AI boom in 2H23, Micron has maintained strong growth momentum.

Neil Shah, Vice President of Research at Counterpoint Research, forecast Micron's DRAM revenue to have leaped around fivefold since 2Q25, positioning the company to overtake SK hynix and become the world's second-largest player. Market competition will continue to be influenced by factors including capacity allocation and pricing mechanisms under long-term agreements (LTA).
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