IBM (IBM.N) had revenue of US$15.77 billion in the second quarter of 2024, compared with market expectations of US$15.62 billion and US$15.475 billion in the same period last year.

Market news: US Vice President Harris may be nominated as the Democratic presidential candidate before August 1; the Democratic Committee reached a consensus to nominate the presidential candidate virtually before August 7; and the vice presidential candidate is expected to be nominated before August 7.

The Mexican state of Nuevo Leon said it had not received any notice from Tesla (to suspend its investment).

The Mexican state of Nuevo Leon said Tesla had made an "important investment".

Hang Seng Index futures closed down 0.55% at 17,252 points in the night session, 59 points below the spot price.

Apple (AAPL.O): The web version of Apple Maps enters the testing phase.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu: Israelis are relieved that Trump is safe after the assassination attempt. Thank you for everything Trump has done for Israel.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu: Seeking demilitarization and deradicalization of the Gaza Strip.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu: Israel is not seeking to resettle Gaza.

Delta Air Lines: As of noon ET on Wednesday, 50 flights have been canceled.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu: New security alliance will be a natural extension of the Abraham Accords.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu: All countries that make peace with Israel should be invited to join the security alliance.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu: The United States and Israel can establish a security alliance in the Middle East to deal with the Iranian threat.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu: Gaza should be governed by a civilian administration run by Palestinians who do not seek the destruction of Israel.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu: Priority security control needs to be implemented in the Gaza Strip for the foreseeable future.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu: Accelerated US military aid can speed up the end of the Gaza conflict.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu: Israel will take necessary measures to restore security on its northern border.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: When Israel takes action to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons, it is protecting itself and the United States.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu thanked US President Biden for his sincere support for Israel.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu: Actively participate in urgent efforts to ensure the release of hostages.