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Japan Posts June Trade Deficit 406.9B Yen

Japan posted a June 2026 trade deficit of about 406.9 billion yen, the second consecutive shortfall as imports surged 25.4% and exports rose 19.3%, underscoring the impact of a weaker yen and higher oil costs on trade. The result surpassed forecasts for a 120 billion yen deficit and reflects robust import demand alongside resilient export activity, including semiconductors, amid ongoing global pressures.

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Alaska Air Posts Q2 Loss, Downgrades Q3 View

Alaska Air posted a second-quarter loss and forecast third-quarter earnings near or below Wall Street expectations as jet fuel costs stay high amid renewed Iran-related tensions, pressuring margins. The airline is diversifying fuel sourcing and raising fares to offset costs, with Q3 guidance ranging from break-even to about $1 a share and continued attention on fuel-driven earnings pressure.

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MSCI shares fall 6% after Q2 results

MSCI reported second-quarter 2026 revenue of $867.0 million (up 12.2%) and adjusted earnings per share of $4.94, with GAAP EPS of $4.69, and raised its full-year adjusted EBITDA guidance amid stronger asset-based fees. The results showcased a record asset-based-fee run rate in the Index segment, ongoing share repurchases totaling about $147.2 million and a $2.05 quarterly dividend, with management citing AI-driven momentum for future product expansion.

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Marsh & McLennan Q2 Revenue Up 6%

Marsh & McLennan reported Q2 2026 revenue of $7.4 billion, up 6%, with adjusted EPS of $2.96 (up 9%) as CEO John Doyle cited strong demand across risk, people, strategy and investments. The six‑month results showed revenue of $15.0 billion and adjusted EPS of $6.25, with Risk & Insurance Services posting $4.8 billion in quarterly revenue and consulting up 10%, while the company also expanded shareholder value via a 4.5 million share repurchase and a 10% dividend hike.

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Trump Imposes 50% Tariffs on Canada Goods

President Donald Trump invoked Section 338 of the Tariff Act to impose 50% tariffs on a wide range of Canadian goods in retaliation for Canada’s actions against American autos, dairy, and alcohol, with the levies taking effect in 30 days and exemptions for energy, potash, fish, and critical minerals. The move, described as a response to retaliation rather than a full-blown trade war, signals renewed tensions with Canada and could affect cross-border trade and prices as negotiations continue.

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