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Google (GOOG.O) has reportedly rolled out changes to its search results in Europe to avoid new EU antitrust fines. Google stated that the changes will lower the quality of search results for European users and increase costs for businesses.

Wells Fargo lowered its price target for SpaceX (SPCX.O) from $215 to $212.

September 8th - According to Iran's Mehr News Agency, the deputy commander of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard stated that Iranian armed forces have complete control of the Strait of Hormuz. Islamic fighters have been fully deployed in the southern region and the islands of the Persian Gulf, ready to exert Iranian authority on this crucial waterway.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov: (Regarding the Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia) We believe this is counterproductive. Resolving issues through military means is unacceptable. This has a negative impact on the global economy.

BNP Paribas: The Bank of England is expected to raise interest rates by 25 basis points in November 2026, compared with the previous forecast of a rate hike in September this year.

HSBC: Raises its 2026 second-half TTF natural gas price forecast to US$22.5 per million British thermal units (MMBtu) and its 2027 forecast to US$17 per MMBtu.

September 8th - It has been announced that He Kuo has been appointed President of Volvo Cars Greater China Sales Company, effective immediately, and will be fully responsible for Volvo's sales operations in China; former President Yu Kexin has left the position. This is the second major personnel change in Volvo's core management team in China, following the adjustment of the President and CEO of Volvo Greater China in May of this year. Volvo stated that this adjustment will not affect its business strategy in China, and the company will continue to work closely with its dealer partners to promote the steady development of its business.

Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov: Russia and Saudi Arabia will continue to maintain close coordination within the OPEC+ framework and reach consensus on common positions.

Xiaomi Group (01810.HK) spent HK$82 million to repurchase 3 million Class B shares on September 8.

Boston Scientific (BSX.N) fell 6.1% in pre-market trading after the company confirmed a cybersecurity incident that disrupted its global operations.

The UK government says a general license will allow Azerbaijan's SHAH DENIZ gas field to continue operating.

On September 8th, Agile Group Holdings Limited (01813.HK) announced in Hong Kong that as of August 2026, the Group and its joint ventures and associates' pre-sales amounted to RMB 161 million, a decrease of 73.6% compared to the same period last year. The pre-sold gross floor area of the Group and its joint ventures and associates was approximately 9,200 square meters, a decrease of 62.9% compared to the same period last year.

British government: Expanding restrictions on Iran's financial, trade, and aviation sectors.

The British government will further expand its power to impose sanctions on (Iranian-related) ships.

The British government says the legislation expands the trade ban on Iran to include more goods, technology and services.

Market news: The British government will introduce legislation aimed at addressing Iran's nuclear activities and other hostile acts.

Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Qatar is working with its regional partners to resume negotiations between the United States and Iran.

Hungary's Finance Minister stated that the budget deficit will be significantly reduced by 2027, with the goal of meeting the criteria for euro adoption by 2030.

According to informed traders, the Reserve Bank of India sold dollars in the domestic foreign exchange market on Tuesday to support the rupee exchange rate.

On September 8th, it was reported that with Shenzhen Intelligent Technology (02723.HK) and Baidu (09888.HK) meeting the eligibility criteria for Southbound Stock Connect, both stocks have also met the fast-track inclusion requirements of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange Technology 100 Index. The two stocks will be included in the Hong Kong Stock Exchange Technology 100 Index and the Hong Kong Stock Exchange Technology and US Technology 100 Index after the market closes on September 11, 2026, effective September 14, 2026.