The South Korean benchmark index extended its slide following its worst month since 2008, as heavyweight chipmakers Samsung and SK Hynix fell sharply despite recent strong earnings.
Shares of Australian insurance broker Steadfast Group surged after a U.S.-led consortium including KKR reaffirmed its A$7.7 billion takeover proposal, signaling progress toward a potential deal.
Australian vehicle-leasing company FleetPartners has received a A$760.3 million takeover proposal from private equity firm Pacific Equity Partners, sending its shares soaring toward their biggest one-day gain in over six years.
Australian engineering firm Worley has been awarded a contract by United States Strategic Metals to support the development of a cobalt refinery and battery recycling facility in Missouri.
Chinese EV maker BYD sold 419,211 vehicles in July, a nearly 22% year-over-year increase, as overseas shipments more than doubled, helping to offset weaker domestic demand.
In a court filing, Capital One stated it closed over 300 accounts belonging to the Trump Organization in 2021 following a review by its anti-money laundering team. The disclosure counters a lawsuit from the company alleging the closures were politically motivated.
U.S. stock index futures gained in Sunday evening trading after President Trump announced upcoming negotiations with Iran, easing geopolitical concerns. The move comes as investors brace for a week of key corporate earnings and the July jobs report.
Italian cable manufacturer Prysmian is reportedly in advanced discussions for an all-cash acquisition of U.S. electrical products maker Atkore Inc., a deal that could be announced soon.
Chinese automaker Chery will invest $75 million in South Korea's KG Mobility via convertible bonds, potentially taking a 10% stake to leverage KG's overseas production and distribution networks.
