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Bitcoin Japan Raises 9.7B Yen, Sets 662M Yen for Initial BTC Buy
Bitcoin Japan has completed a 9.7 billion yen financing round and earmarked 662 million yen of the proceeds for an initial Bitcoin purchase, according to the announcement, marking an early step toward building a corporate BTC treasury position.
Itaconix upgrades outlook after 72% jump in sales
Itaconix PLC (AIM:ITX, OTCQB:ITXXF, FRA:18G0) lifted its 2026 revenue outlook after first-half sales jumped 72% to a record $8.3 million, driven by growth across its main product segments. The plant-based polymers specialist now expects full-year revenue of at least $14.8 million, compared with the $13.3 million analyst forecast cited in its statement.
ITXXF USD/JPY: Battling at the Top of the Triangle
On 3 July, Japan's Finance Minister, Satsuki Katayama, stated that the Ministry of Finance remains in close contact with US authorities regarding developments in USD/JPY as the yen traded near its weakest level in almost 40 years. Similar verbal warnings have become increasingly common whenever the pair approaches the 162.00 area, although no direct intervention has been announced so far.
Best Growth Stocks to Buy for July 17th
BMA, FIVE, and DY it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) growth stocks list on July 17, 2026.
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Stellar (XLM) Golden Cross Confirmed: Price Analysis for July 17
Stellar has just produced a golden cross, one of the most crucial technical signals that traders look for. A possible change in momentum following months of weakness was indicated by the bullish crossover, which happened when the shorter-term moving average crossed over the longer-term trend indicator.
2 Solar Stocks for Your Watchlist
SUNE and SMXT are pivoting to adapt to solar industry.
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Bitcoin Ethereum Weekly Outlook Eyes Support and Resistance
Bitcoin at $62,828 and Ethereum at $1,828 set the stage for weekend technical focus on support, resistance and the 200-day MA narrative with position manag
Top FTSE 100 Index shares to watch next week: Airtel, BT Group, Compass Group
The FTSE 100 Index has remained in a narrow range this week as traders reacted to the rising tensions between the US and Iran. It also wavered as the United States earnings season started, with big names like JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs, and Netflix releasing their earnings.
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Panmure Liberum upgrades Dunelm after respectable fourth quarter
Panmure Liberum has upgraded Dunelm Group PLC (LSE:DNLM) to 'hold' from 'sell' and nudged its target price up to 820p from 810p, saying the homewares retailer's fourth quarter brought relief that trading did not deteriorate further. The broker described the outcome as respectable given challenging conditions and adverse weather, though it remains cautious about calling the turn after weaker news flow through the second and third quarters.
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E*TRADE Introduces Crypto Trading for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana — What You Need to Know
Morgan Stanley's E*TRADE platform has successfully launched spot cryptocurrency trading capabilities for qualified retail customers. The brokerage now enables users to purchase, sell, and store Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana through its interface.
Euro flattens against US Dollar while entering the weekend
Euro flattens against US Dollar while entering the weekend
BP, ConocoPhillips to back Iraq with major investment as U.S. seeks to cut Iran's energy hold
BP and ConocoPhillips are set to announce billions of dollars of new investments in Iraq on Friday. The announcements are expected during the U.S.-Iraq Business Summit in Washington.
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Wise keeps the money moving as growth stays on fast track
Wise Group PLC (LSE:WISE, NASDAQ:WSE) has kicked off its 2027 financial year with another strong quarter, as more customers turned to the fintech group for fast, low-cost international payments. The company reported first-quarter net revenue of US$714 million, up 25% from a year ago, driven by continued growth in cross-border payment volumes and customer numbers.
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Binance Coin (BNB) Eyes $647 Target Following Record $932M Token Burn
Binance Coin is currently positioned at approximately $577, developing a promising technical formation that analysts believe could drive the price toward $647. Market participants are closely monitoring a critical resistance barrier while recent token burn data strengthens the bullish narrative.
The Truth About DTCC and XRP Ledger That's Being Missed
DTCC isn't replacing or rejecting the XRP Ledger. Ripple's growing role and XRP's DTCC classification reflect blockchain's gradual integration into traditional finance.
F.N.B. Corp. Continues Its Steady, Reliable Performance In Q2 Earnings
F.N.B. Corporation remains a buy, supported by disciplined growth, strong credit quality, and a robust capital position. Q2 results were solid: EPS of $0.42, revenue up 6% to $463M, and 17% earnings growth, with prudent loan and deposit growth. FNB's conservative underwriting, low CRE and private credit exposure, and high reserves position it well against credit risks.
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Tesla stock tumbles: why a SpaceX takeover may be impossible to pull off
Tesla stock (NASDAQ: TSLA) extended its decline heading into Friday as investors questioned whether SpaceX could realistically finance a takeover of Elon Musk's electric-vehicle company. Tesla fell 0.9% to $391.06 on Thursday, while SpaceX slid 3.1% to $131.11, below its $135 IPO price.
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Euro: Bullish bias but capped by resistance against US Dollar – UOB
Euro: Bullish bias but capped by resistance against US Dollar – UOB
Cardano (ADA) Price Poised for Movement as Whales Accumulate Before Van Rossem Hard Fork
Cardano (ADA) is currently hovering between $0.161 and $0.163 as of July 16–17, reflecting a modest decline of approximately 1.39% amid bearish positioning by short sellers in anticipation of an upcoming network enhancement.
This $28 million ether market bet aims to profit from pure market chaos
The mega trade aims to profit from a potential surge in ether price turbulence.
USD/CNH Holds Steady as PBoC Supports Yuan While Safe-Haven Dollar Limits Losses
Summary:USD/CNH remains range-bound as the People's Bank of China (PBoC) continues to support the yuan with stronger daily fixings. Safe-haven demand for the US dollar is offsetting pressure from softer US inflation and expectations of a less aggressive Federal Reserve.
Solana (SOL) Captures $900M in Real-World Asset Flows — Is a Major Breakout Approaching?
According to RWA.xyz tracking data, Solana has absorbed over $900 million in net capital directed toward real-world assets throughout the previous month. This performance positions the network at the forefront among major blockchain platforms during this timeframe.
Bitcoin ETFs add $368M in three-day buying streak
US spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted $79.2 million on Thursday, lifting their three-day inflow total to about $368 million as Bitcoin attempted a price recovery.
PDO: Dynamic (But Steady) Income In An Uncertain World
PIMCO Dynamic Income Opportunities Fund offers an 11.7% yield and trades at a modest 2.3% premium to NAV. PDO provides reliable monthly income, benefiting income-focused investors, especially during periods of equity market volatility and rate stability. Distribution coverage has improved significantly in 2026, with fiscal year-to-date coverage now above 91%, supporting the fund's payout sustainability.
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Intel's AI-Driven Data Center Growth Set To Power Second Quarter Earnings
Intel Corp. is scheduled to report second quarter earnings on July 23, with Visible Alpha consensus pointing to revenue of $14.4 billion, up 12% from a year earlier. Revenue from the Data Center and AI segment is forecast to climb 42% YoY to $5.6 billion, reflecting continued investment by hyperscale cloud providers and enterprises in AI infrastructure and custom processors. INTC recently outlined a €5 billion ($5.7 billion) investment to upgrade its Irish manufacturing campus, part of its broader strategy to expand advanced semiconductor production in Europe and capitalize on rising demand for AI and high-performance computing.
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Solana (SOL) Dominates RWA Market With $900M Inflows as Technical Buy Signal Emerges
Solana has captured over $900 million in net real-world asset (RWA) capital during the most recent 30-day window, based on statistics from RWA.xyz. This performance positions SOL at the forefront among major blockchain platforms throughout this timeframe.
Bitcoin May Face One Final Sell-off Before Recovery, Says NYDIG
The scenario of a bitcoin freed from its cycles thanks to the arrival of institutional investors is wavering. While the market was settling into almost unanimous confidence, NYDIG cools the ardor with an analysis that recalls an old rule: every phase of euphoria eventually calls for a correction.
US Dollar Price Forecast: Retail Sales Boost DXY – What's Next for GBP/USD and EUR/USD?
Strong U.S. retail sales and resilient jobless claims reinforce the Fed's cautious stance. Explore the latest outlook for DXY, EUR/USD and GBP/USD.
Volkswagen workers to grill CEO on cuts at staff assemblies in August
The works council of German carmaker Volkswagen said on Friday it will host extraordinary staff assemblies in August with CEO Oliver Blume, giving workers the opportunity to grill him on management plans to radically overhaul the company.
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Ripple (XRP) Price: Major Holders Accumulate as Binance Supply Hits Five-Month Low
Trading activity shows XRP hovering around $1.11 following a greater than 5% bounce from its recent bottom near $1.05. This upward momentum has coincided with intensified purchasing from large-scale investors and declining token availability on major exchanges.
