**📊 Market Pulse — Daily of 07 May 2026**


🛢️ **Shell tops profit estimates as Iran war drives crude price surge**
Energy giant Shell has exceeded profit expectations for the first quarter, largely due to soaring energy prices fueled by the ongoing Iran war. The company reported adjusted earnings of $6.92 billion, surpassing analyst predictions.
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⛽ **Hottest U.S. gas prices in years leave drivers feeling burned**
Drivers across the U.S. are facing record-high gasoline prices, significantly impacting their personal finances. The surge in fuel costs is particularly burdensome for individuals like students who rely on their vehicles for daily commutes.
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📈 **Bitcoin ETFs pull in $1.7B in five-day inflow streak**
U.S. spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds have experienced a strong five-day streak of inflows, attracting approximately $1.7 billion. This surge in investment is attributed to continued institutional demand as Bitcoin's price recovers above $80,000.
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💨 **The FDA has approved the sale of fruit-flavored vapes. What's behind the shift?**
The FDA has, for the first time, authorized the sale and marketing of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes. Reports suggest that President Trump personally urged FDA Commissioner Marty Makary to approve these products.


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🔒 **Hardware Wallet Thief Gets 78 Months in Prison Over $250M Crypto 'Heist'**
A 20-year-old man has been sentenced to 78 months in federal prison for his involvement in a cryptocurrency theft ring that allegedly stole over $250 million. The criminal enterprise operated for more than a year, beginning in late 2023.