Apple (AAPL.US) has announced the launch of the "Apple Upgrade" program in the United States, offering new product leasing services for iPhone, Apple Watch, Mac, and iPad. Apple Upgrade provides 12-month and 24-month leasing options for the iPhone and Apple Watch, as well as 24-month and 36-month leasing options for the Mac and iPad. Monthly lease prices start as low as $17.99 for the iPhone, $11.99 for the Apple Watch, $24.99 for the Mac, and $11.99 for the iPad.

According to The Information, Nvidia (NVDA.US) is in talks to invest $3 billion in SB Energy as part of the OpenAI data center deal.

The Brent crude oil over-the-counter price has fallen below $86 per barrel, with an intraday decrease of more than 0.1%.

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Indonesia’s Ministry of Energy has announced that the benchmark price for coal with a calorific value of 4100 kilocalories has been set at $65.81 per ton for the second half of August. This pricing will serve as an important reference for trading activities involving coal of related calorific values during this period, helping market participants clarify the price benchmark and ensure smooth progress in related trade operations.