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Railpen lifts IP Group offer with cash, Nanopore stake and Metsera upside
Railpen has raised its takeover proposal for IP Group PLC (LSE:IPO), offering shareholders a mix of cash, shares in Oxford Nanopore and a contingent payout linked to the biotech firm Metsera. The pension fund manager, IP Group's largest shareholder with an 18.4% stake, has made two improved proposals to the board since its initial approach on 22 June, following meetings with shareholders and directors.
IPO Anthropic-Meta AI Deal in the Cards? ETFs in Focus
Anthropic's potential $10B AI computing deal with Meta could boost AI infrastructure demand and lift Meta-focused communication services ETFs like XLC and VOX.
META Avalanche: Why AVAX is stalling despite a 20x surge in daily transactions
Analyzing the reasons behind the contrast in Avalanche chain activity and price performance of AVAX.
Costco Is a No-Brainer Buy for Retirement Investors Right Now
Costco (NASDAQ:COST | COST Price Prediction) stock stands out as one of the strongest setups in the retirement investor's playbook right now, and the case rests on three numbers that are hard to argue with.
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Price Prediction: Will Costco Hit a New-High This Year?
Costco (NASDAQ:COST | COST Price Prediction) has been one of the most crowded long trades in consumer retail for years.
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SK Hynix Jumps 5%, AMD Rises 4% as Korea Becomes the New Catalyst for Global Chip Stocks
Shares of SK Hynix (NASDAQ:SKHY) are up 5% to $161.42 in Monday's early trading, leading a broad rebound across global chip stocks.
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Truist Q2 2026: Adequate Results, Inadequate Vision
Truist Financial Corporation released its second quarter 2026 results on Friday, significantly exceeding EPS expectations and reporting solid revenue growth. In this article, I'll provide an in-depth review of Truist's performance so far this year, focusing on operational growth in its core and non-core business segments, profitability, and credit quality. I'll also share my assessment of the results of the Federal Reserve's 2026 stress test and express my opinion on the CEO succession plan at Truist.
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Tom Lee's Bitmine slowed ether purchases as it bought back $86 million in stock.
The company added just 7,430 ETH, worth about $14 million, last week as it nears its goal to corner 5% of Ethereum's supply.
EDM Resources gets amended approval for Nova Scotia zinc mine restart
EDM Resources Inc (TSX-V:EDM, OTC:SWNLF) said on Monday it has received an amended Industrial Approval from Nova Scotia's Department of Environment and Climate Change for its Scotia Mine, clearing the way for the company's updated mine plan and processing facility ahead of a planned restart. The approval covers the redesigned development of the Halifax County project, including changes to the mine layout, processing facilities, and waste rock and tailings management infrastructure, along with associated environmental protection measures.
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Bitcoin whale dumps $122 million 40x long right before liquidation can strike
The Hyperliquid account closed 1,897.74 BTC before its recorded exit trades reached the listed $61,605 marker.
Ripple Prime Lands Multiple 'Prime Broker of the Year' Nominations
Ripple Prime CEO Mike Higgins has shared the latest milestone for the prime brokerage firm in a recent X post.
2 Goldman Sachs July Conviction List Additions Have Huge Double-Digit Upside Potential
Goldman Sachs (NYSE:GS | GS Price Prediction) is the acknowledged leader in the investment landscape on Wall Street and worldwide.
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OKX Europe Offers Users Path to Deposit USDT and Migrate to USDC
OKX Europe, a MiCA-approved platform, says it now offers a way to support USDT on accounts and then migrate these stablecoins to USDC. USDT is the largest stablecoin in the world by market cap, issued by Tether.
New Shiba Inu Coin Whale at the Bottom: Mysterious Wallet Claims 162 Billion SHIB From Coinbase
Large institutional investors may've begun using the prolonged market downturn to aggressively accumulate Shiba Inu (SHIB). A mysterious new whale has officially appeared on the radar after withdrawing 162.43 billion SHIB, worth approximately $672,476, from the institutional custody service Coinbase Prime in a single transaction, according to Arkham.
Tether's XAU₮ recognized as accepted spot commodity in Abu Dhabi's ADGM
Tether's gold-backed XAU token gains formal recognition as an accepted spot commodity in Abu Dhabi's ADGM, opening doors for institutional adoption. Tether's XAU₮ recognized as accepted spot commodity in Abu Dhabi's ADGM.
Silver climbs near $57 despite renewed Fed rate hike expectations
Silver climbs near $57 despite renewed Fed rate hike expectations
Intuitive Surgical: The Correction Has Done The Work The Fundamentals Could Not
Intuitive Surgical, Inc. has declined ~38% since my previous Hold, driven by valuation concerns and recent structural headwinds. Despite ISRG's Q2 2026 earnings growth, margin expansion, and raised guidance, markets reacted to a slowdown in U.S. procedure growth. Pressures stem from expiring ACA subsidies impacting elective surgeries and weight loss drugs reducing bariatric procedure demand.
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Euro: Policy divergence supports gains against US Dollar - DBS
Euro: Policy divergence supports gains against US Dollar - DBS
OKYO Pharma files annual report, highlights cash position and Phase 3 trial plans
OKYO Pharma Ltd (NASDAQ:OKYO) announced on Monday that it has filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, while outlining its financial position and progress toward a planned Phase 3 clinical trial for its lead drug candidate. The clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company said the annual report is available through the SEC and its investor relations website.
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Wall Street analysts update Google stock price ahead of earnings
Wall Street analysts remain overwhelmingly bullish on Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL) ahead of its July 22 earnings report, with the average Google stock price target implying more than 26% upside from current levels.
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Saylor's Strategy raises cash reserves to $3.225 billion, leaving bitcoin holdings unchanged
For the second consecutive week, the firm kept bitcoin holdings steady, choosing to use the raised capital to boost cash for paying dividends on its preferred stock.
Xencor (XNCR) Soars 16.9%: Is Further Upside Left in the Stock?
Xencor (XNCR) saw its shares surge in the last session with trading volume being higher than average. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions may not translate into further price increase in the near term.
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Eton Pharmaceuticals (ETON) Moves 13.8% Higher: Will This Strength Last?
Eton Pharmaceuticals (ETON) was a big mover last session on higher-than-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions might not help the stock continue moving higher in the near term.
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Why I Can't Stop Buying Credo Technology Stock
I keep hitting the “Buy” button on Credo Technology Group (NASDAQ:CRDO | CRDO Price Prediction) because I have not found another pure-play way to own the wiring of the AI data center at this scale.
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ImmunityBio: Revisiting My Bearish Call After A Strong Rally (Rating Upgrade)
ImmunityBio earns a cautious buy rating as Anktiva demonstrates strong efficacy and safety in NMIBC and shows promise across broader oncology indications. IBRX's valuation now reflects significant future revenue; rapid share appreciation and anticipated dilution temper near-term upside despite robust revenue ramp and pipeline catalysts. Anktiva's combination with BCG outperforms competitors, with 84% CR in BCG-naïve NMIBC and potential label expansion pending FDA decision in early 2027.
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Bank Earnings Are Roaring, But Wall Street Isn't Ready to Celebrate
That matters because high expectations raise the bar for what counts as "good enough"—a company can beat last year's numbers and still disappoint the market if it doesn't beat this year's inflated bar.
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McDonald's: I Just Bought The Stock Before It Becomes A Dividend King Yielding 2.78%
I initiated a position in McDonald's at ~$268, viewing its 12% YTD decline as a value opportunity despite strong Q1 results. MCD is set to become a Dividend King with its 50th consecutive dividend increase, boasting a 2.78% yield and robust 7%+ annualized dividend growth. Q1 2026 delivered a double beat, 3.8% global comps, 46% adjusted operating margin, and reaffirmed full-year guidance, highlighting operational strength.
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Yara: Great Quarter, But I'm Downgrading The Stock
Yara International (YARIY) is downgraded to hold despite a strong Q2, as margin gains from the urea supply shock are seen as transient. Q2 EBITDA rose 39% to $906M, driven by higher nitrogen prices, but volume fell 17% and risks of price normalization persist. The $1.3B Gulf Coast Ammonia acquisition improves Yara's cost structure and strategic flexibility, reducing reliance on expensive European gas.
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Strive buys additional 21 Bitcoin, bringing total treasury to 19,921 BTC
Strive Inc. added 21 BTC to its treasury on July 20, 2026, bringing total holdings to 19,921 Bitcoin and cementing its top-ten corporate holder status. Strive buys additional 21 Bitcoin, bringing total treasury to 19,921 BTC.
Bitcoin bulls push back on Social Capital's CEO 'two problems' for crypto
At the start of the week, Chamath Palihapitiya, the Social Capital CEO, stated that Bitcoin faced two major problems. One of the problems highlighted was where speculators are putting their money, and the other was where miners are pointing their power.
