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Cardano Activates Van Rossem Hard Fork in Governance Milestone
Cardano has completed the much-anticipated Van Rossem hard fork, ushering the blockchain to protocol version 11 without centralized interference.
VEA Is Crushing SPY This Year, but the Decade-Long Scorecard Tells a Different Story
Most American portfolios carry an unspoken bet: that U.S. mega-caps will keep leading the world.
VEA Genuine Parts Company (GPC) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Genuine Parts Company (GPC) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
GPC 380 investors face Bitcoin mining losses after alleged $22M US scheme put just 13% into mining
More than 380 investors supplied the funds, while court approval, penalties and any recovery remain unresolved.
Ryanair Q1 Earnings Miss on Lower Fares and Fuel Cost Spike
RYAAY's Q1 profit declines 34% as lower fares and higher unhedged fuel costs outweighed 6% traffic growth, with pricing visibility still limited.
RYAAY 
Why CELC Stock Declined 15% in a Week Despite a Major FDA Win
Celcuity slides 15% despite FDA approval of Revtorpyk as investors focus on a late Q3 2026 launch that delays commercial sales and near-term revenues.
CELC 
PATH or APP: Which AI-driven Tech Stock Should You Bet on?
UiPath's AI orchestration strategy, improving profitability and attractive valuation make it stand out over AppLovin despite both benefiting from AI adoption.
PATH 
VIST Q2 Earnings Miss Estimates, Revenues Rise Y/Y on Production Growth
Vista Energy's Q2 revenues surge 102% y/y on higher production and oil prices, but earnings miss estimates as the cost of sales climbs.
VIST 
Uranium fundamentals keep improving, but market takes its time to catch up
Uranium entered the middle of the year with a stronger fundamental backdrop than its market performance would suggest. That is the assessment of a new mid-year analysis from Sprott Asset Management, which finds that rising long-term prices, improving policy support, growing electricity demand and constrained supply have all continued to reinforce the investment case, even as returns across uranium mining equities have disappointed.
PTUUF 
Bitcoin Eyes August Rebound Above $70,000 Despite Fragile Market Structure
Apex cryptocurrency Bitcoin is preparing for what could be the biggest comeback recorded in 2026. Notably, the leading cryptocurrency is down by more than 25% year-to-date.
This Commodities ETF Could Be a Second Half Star
Despite a disappointing year for gold and silver — the two most widely observed commodities — broader commodity strategies are continuing to deliver for investors. Just look at the actively managed ALPS CoreCommodity Natural Resources ETF (CCNR).
SGU 
MSCI Q2 Earnings Surpass Estimates, Revenues Increase Year over Year
MSCI tops Q2 earnings and revenue estimates as recurring subscriptions, asset-based fees, and ETF-linked AUM growth fuel stronger results and higher cash flow.
MSCI 
WRB Q2 Earnings Beat Estimates on Higher Premiums, Investment Income
W.R. Berkley's Q2 results reflected premium growth, higher investment income and lower catastrophe losses, driving revenue growth and strong underwriting performance.
WRB 
Cardano changed its protocol by a vote, and the margin should worry you
Cardano changed its own protocol by a vote, not by a decision from the company that built it. The van Rossem hard fork activated on July 18, 2026 at 21:44 UTC and moved the network to protocol version 11. The technical change matters less than who ordered it.
Tesla shares poised for biggest earnings move in a year
Shares of Elon Musk's electric vehicle company are expected to see a sharp swing after Tesla rolls out its quarterly report.
TSLA 
Hasbro, Inc. (HAS) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Hasbro, Inc. (HAS) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
HAS 
Peoples Bancorp Inc. (PEBO) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Peoples Bancorp Inc. (PEBO) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
PEBO 
SHIB Burn Rate Explodes 122%, But Price Won't Budge
Shiba Inu's famous token-burning mechanism is back in the spotlight with a dramatic surge.
Synchrony CFO Sees Consumers Spending Through Inflation Pressure
The prevailing narrative says the consumer, squeezed by inflation, higher gas prices and a steady sense of uncertainty, is ready to pull back. Synchrony's second-quarter results point in a more optimistic direction.
SYF 
Tesla Is $370: Should You Buy?
At $369.57, Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA | TSLA Price Prediction) looks overvalued, because the multiple asks investors to underwrite three uninvented businesses while the core auto operation decelerates.
TSLA 
Donnelley Financial Solutions: Software Shift Drives Earnings
Donnelley Financial Solutions drives growth through compliance-focused software for regulatory filings, capital markets, and financial reporting. Software solutions now comprise 44.6% of net sales, with a long-term target of 60%, supported by strong customer adoption and AI-enhanced workflows. ActiveDisclosure and Arcflex platforms are key growth drivers, benefiting from regulatory trends and increasing recurring subscription revenues.
SFT 
AXR vs. MLP: Which Land-Focused Real Estate Stock Is the Better Buy?
AMREP and Maui Land & Pineapple have different strategies, revenue mixes and valuations, but which land-focused stock looks better positioned? Let's dive in.
AXR 
Rigetti's Strong Cash Position Powers Its Long-Term Quantum Vision
RGTI's $569 million cash position and debt-free balance sheet support its long-term quantum roadmap and global expansion plans.
QMCO 
AAOI's Optical Networking Demand Rise: A Sign for More Upside?
Applied Optoelectronics sees surging demand for AI-driven optical networking products as it expands U.S. manufacturing, but intensifying competition could test its momentum.
AAOI 
Confidence Is Back, But Earnings Show the Consumer Is Being Picky
This year, as the market is preoccupied with how the Iran war is propping up the energy sector and how the memory chip shortage has been driving the AI rally, there has been little focus on consumer discretionary stocks' underperformance.
BBY 
Micron's AI Boom Is Priced In; Its Profitability Transformation Is Not
Micron Technology, Inc. is re-rated as a Buy, driven by AI super-cycle demand and transformative strategic customer agreements (SCAs). MU's Q3 '26 revenue surged 346% YoY, with strong margin expansion—operating margin reached 81.2% and is forecasted to peak at 86% in Q4. SCAs now represent ~20% of DRAM and 1/3 of NAND volume, providing multi-year revenue visibility, margin floors, and $22B in financial commitments.
MU 
Apple teams up with Klarna to launch a lease-to-own program for iPhones, iPads, and Macs
Apple is reportedly teaming up with deferred payment processor Klarna to launch a new lease-to-own program for its devices.
AAPL 
Where options pricing suggests Tesla stock is headed after Q2 earnings
Tesla (TSLA) shares are inching higher ahead of the company's second-quarter earnings scheduled to be released after market close on Wednesday, July 22nd. Consensus is for the EV specialist to post a nearly 15% year-on-year increase in earnings per share (EPS) to $0.31 on revenue of at least $25.7 billion – which would represent a 16% jump from last year.
TSLA 
FEIM Stock Up 13% Despite Incurring Q4 Loss Due to Restructuring Costs
FEI incurs a fiscal Q4 loss per share amid restructuring and upfront investments, while record backlog, strong bookings and reaffirmed three-year financial targets pointed to future growth.
FEIM 
Buy, Sell or Hold MaxLinear Stock? Key Tips Ahead of Q2 Earnings
MXL heads into Q2 earnings with AI optical momentum and recovering broadband demand, but rising costs, forex pressure and supply constraints loom.
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