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S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI) reported third-quarter 2026 revenue of $3.68 billion, up 7% year over year, while adjusted earnings per share rose 9% to $4.58. The company raised its full-year revenue and adjusted earnings outlook, supporting its growth outlook. The Indices business led growth, with revenue rising 20% to $554 million. Revenue from Ratings increased 2%, while Energy returned to 6% growth. S&P Global now expects full-year revenue growth of about 7.9% at the midpoint of its guidance range. The company also began a strategic review of its Capital IQ and Kensho Data Platforms businesses. A potential separation could allow S&P Global to focus more on credit ratings and market benchmarks, though the final structure and timeline remain unclear. Investors will watch how the review affects the company's growth and margins, particularly as artificial intelligence reshapes demand for financial data platforms.

Coca-Cola reported $13.4 billion in net revenue for Q3 2026, up 7% year over year and above analyst expectations of $12.93 billion. Adjusted earnings per share came in at $0.91, beating estimates of $0.88. Global unit case volume grew 5%, supported by a 16% increase in Coca-Cola Zero Sugar volume internationally. However, volumes in North America remained flat. CEO Henrique Braun said the company continued to see sustained business momentum. Coca-Cola also raised its 2026 outlook, projecting at least 5% organic revenue growth and 11% comparable earnings growth. Following the results and updated guidance, Coca-Cola shares rose to $93.54 in pre-market trading.

Ripple is partnering with C2FO to bring financing and settlement for C2FO Instant Pay to the XRP Ledger (XRPL), using its RLUSD stablecoin to help

Ripple and BNY have expanded their strategic partnership to support institutional digital asset custody and explore tokenized trade finance on the XRP Ledger (XRPL). BNY now supports XRP and Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin on its Digital Asset Custody platform. The companies also plan to explore RLUSD minting and redemption through BNY and expand support for tokenized assets issued on XRPL. Ripple and BNY are also exploring a supply chain finance initiative with C2FO to improve investor access to trade finance assets, including approved receivables. The collaboration aims to improve payment, settlement and collateral processes for institutional clients.

SoFi Technologies (SOFI) reported strong third-quarter 2026 earnings, beating Wall Street expectations for both revenue and adjusted earnings per share (EPS). Revenue reached $1.371 billion, above estimates of $1.256 billion, marking 44.37% year-over-year growth. Adjusted EPS came in at $0.18, beating the $0.17 estimate and rising 63.64% from a year earlier. Following the results, SoFi stock rose 12.2% in pre-market trading to $16.23, breaking above its three-week trading range. The $16 level is the first key support to watch. On the upside, traders are monitoring $16.40 and $16.60, with $16.80 as a potential extended target if buying momentum continues.

Bitcoin, gold and silver price are in focus ahead of the US Federal Reserve's FOMC Meeting on October 28 . The decision is scheduled for 2:00 PM ET, followed by Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's press conference at 2:30 PM ET.

Vertiv Holdings Co. reported strong third-quarter 2026 results, with net sales rising 61% year over year to $4.31 billion. The company also reported a 90% increase in operating profit and a 91% jump in diluted earnings per share (EPS) to $1.95. Adjusted diluted EPS grew 78% to $2.21, while adjusted operating margin increased to 25.2%, up 2.9 percentage points from the same quarter last year. Vertiv expects fourth-quarter 2026 net sales of $4.41 billion and adjusted diluted EPS of $2.25 at the midpoint of its guidance. The company also raised its full-year 2026 outlook, projecting net sales of $14.65 billion and adjusted diluted EPS of $7.15. The updated guidance reflects continued growth in revenue and earnings.

Qadir AK Qadir Ak is the founder of Coinpedia. He has over a decade of experience writing about technology and has been covering the blockchain and cryptocurrency space since 2010.

Bitcoin is facing potential selling pressure ahead of the Federal Reserve's October 28 interest-rate decision, as on-chain data points to profit-taking by large holders.

Monness, Crespi, Hardt analyst Brian White has raised Apple's (AAPL) price target to $355 from $335, maintaining a Buy rating ahead of the company's November 2 earnings report. White cited Apple's product innovation and expanding Apple Intelligence capabilities as key growth drivers. The potential launch of an OLED touchscreen MacBook Pro could also boost investor interest. The upcoming earnings report will mark CEO John Ternus's first earnings call. However, supply constraints and broader macroeconomic risks remain key concerns for Apple as investors look for updates on its financial performance and growth outlook.