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📊 Overview of Today's Financial News - July 22, 2025

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🌍 International Markets and Macro Trends

• Global stock markets hit new highs but remain stable: Despite concerns over U.S. debt, tariff uncertainties, and issues regarding Federal Reserve independence, both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq set new records, primarily driven by better-than-expected corporate earnings .

• UK proposes deregulation reforms for the financial sector: UK Chancellor Reeves has proposed adjustments to bank separation and capital regulations, but the central bank is strengthening oversight, reflecting a cautious reform pace .

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🏢 Corporate Developments and U.S. Stock Reactions

• General Motors and RTX performance adjustments: Auto tariffs impact profits, leading to a more than 7% drop in GM's stock price, with RTX also lowering its full-year expectations, dragging down the tech sector .

• AstraZeneca's U.S. investment plan: Announced a $5 billion investment to build a pharmaceutical plant and research center to address potential drug tariffs .

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💰 Latest Trends in the Crypto Market

• Bitcoin surged to $123,000, setting a new historical high, with institutions increasing their positions; however, it recently pulled back to around $118,000 .

• Altcoin performance varies: Solana rose 12% to break $200, XRP approached a high of $3.6, while most other cryptocurrencies experienced slight pullbacks .