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Bill Miller highlights strong fundamental case for Bitcoin amid $1.9T US deficit
Bitcoin's appeal as a hedge against currency debasement grows amid fiscal risks, potentially increasing institutional interest despite regulatory hurdles. Bill Miller highlights strong fundamental case for Bitcoin amid $1.9T US deficit.
Trump administration subpoenas New York Times journalists over Air Force One story, newspaper says
The New York Times said on Saturday that the U.S. Department of Justice had ordered several of its journalists to testify before a federal grand jury after they reported on security concerns involving President Donald Trump's new Qatari-donated Air Force One.
NYT Bank OZK: The 7.2% Yielding Preferred Shares Are Still Interesting
Bank OZK remains highly profitable, with Q1 net income of $159.3M and robust coverage of preferred dividends. OZK's disciplined underwriting is reflected in a 46% average LTV ratio, manageable loan loss provisions, and transparent quarterly loan reviews. The $200M share buyback program and successful monetization of $150M in foreclosed assets support capital returns and future earnings.
OZK Price Prediction: Synopsys Stock Will Be Worth This In 2030
Synopsys (NASDAQ:SNPS | SNPS Price Prediction) is the picks-and-shovels play on every AI chip designed on Earth, yet the market has treated it like a problem.
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SharonAI Holdings: Contracted AI Demand Is Bullish
SharonAI Holdings Inc. earns a buy rating despite early-stage risks, given significant customer commitments and a clear path to capacity expansion. SHAZ's investment thesis centers on solving the AI compute capacity bottleneck, evidenced by over $2.2 billion in major contract value and early customer pre-commitments. Take-or-pay contracts and strategic partnerships with NVIDIA, NEXTDC, and others provide credibility and reduce demand risk, though execution and funding risks remain material.
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Amazon's $2 Trillion Empire Faces a Critical Turning Point
$2.6 trillion. That is what Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN | AMZN Price Prediction) is worth as of July 2, 2026, sitting on 10.76 billion shares at a closing price of $242.67.
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Bitcoin and ether ETFs pull in $282M, snapping eight-week outflow streak
Institutional interest in crypto ETFs shows tentative recovery, but sustained inflows are needed to confirm renewed confidence in the market. Bitcoin and ether ETFs pull in $282M, snapping eight-week outflow streak.
Bitcoin, ether ETFs snap eight-week outflow streaks with $282 million combined inflow
The preceding eight weeks drained a combined $9.46 billion from the two groups, meaning this week's rebound recovered only about 3% of those outflows.
Spot Bitcoin ETFs See $90 Million Inflows as Institutional Demand Stabilizes
U.S. spot Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) swung back to net inflows on Thursday, signaling a quick stabilization in 'institutional demand' after two consecutive trading sessions of withdrawals. According to SoSoValue data compiled for July 10 (U.S. time), the U.S. spot Bitcoin ETF market posted $90.44 million in net daily inflows, reversing the prior two-day outflow streak.
Metaplanet to Research Bitcoin Collateral for Round-the-Clock Bond Settlement
Metaplanet Inc. is moving past simple bitcoin accumulation and into product design. The Tokyo-listed company, often called Asia's Strategy, announced on July 10, 2026, that it will study bitcoin-backed digital credit products with three partners.
Arizona Gold & Silver expands drill program at Philadelphia project in Arizona - ICYMI
Arizona Gold & Silver Inc (TSX-V:AZS, OTCQB:AZASF, FRA:A9J0) earlier this week announced that it has secured a Bureau of Land Management (BLM) permit allowing the company to expand drilling at its Philadelphia project in Arizona, opening the way for a significant new phase of exploration. Speaking with Proactive, Senior Vice President of Exploration Lex Lambeck said the permit represents an important milestone, enabling Arizona Gold and Silver to establish 16 new drill pads through a minor modification to its existing environmental assessment.
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US Spot Ethereum ETFs See $18.43 Million Inflows, Reversing Recent Outflows
US spot Ethereum (ETH) exchange-traded funds swung back to net inflows on Thursday, underscoring how quickly sentiment and positioning can shift in the still-young market for regulated ETH exposure. According to data compiled by Sosovalue, US-listed spot Ethereum ETFs recorded $18.43 million in net inflows on July 10 ET, reversing the previous session's net outflow that had marked the first negative day in five trading sessions.
Forget AI Hyperscalers: Tesla May Own the Most Valuable AI Application
The first phase of the artificial intelligence boom rewarded the companies building the digital infrastructure.
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TruBridge Stockholders Approve IKS Merger at Special Meeting
TruBridge NASDAQ: TBRG stockholders approved the company's proposed merger agreement under which TruBridge will become a subsidiary of Inventurus Knowledge Solutions Inc., or IKS, during a virtual special meeting held July 7, 2026.
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Wendy's Vs. McDonald's: Buy Wendy's to Ride the ‘Project Fresh' Short-Squeeze Momentum and Avoid McDonald's
Wendy's (NASDAQ:WEN | WEN Price Prediction) and McDonald's (NYSE:MCD) both dropped Q1 2026 results that flipped the usual narrative.
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Losses exceed $5M in ongoing Hedera exploit
An attacker has drained more than $5 million from the Hedera network in an exploit that occurred on July 11, with the stolen funds already routed onto Ethereum. Onchain investigator Specter initially flagged on X what he stated to be an active hack of Hedera.
SpaceX: Too Cheap To Ignore
Space Exploration Technologies Corp. offers an attractive buy opportunity after the pullback from its post-IPO high, now trading near $152. My investment thesis on SpaceX depends on near-monopoly launch economics, Starlink's cash engine, and emerging AI infrastructure. The upcoming float unlocks, starting after 2Q earnings on August 6, which creates a real supply overhang but also defines the $145–$155 accumulation zone.
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Crypto Market Adds $170 Billion in 10 Days as Bitcoin Reclaims $64K: Here's What's Driving the Surge
The total cryptocurrency market capitalization has climbed $170 billion since July 1, reaching $2.28 trillion on July 11 as bitcoin changed hands above $64,100. Recovering ETF flows and improving sentiment are powering the rebound. Multiple Supporting Factors Converge The crypto market has added $170 billion in value since the start of the month.
El Pollo Loco: Comps Strength Defies A Weaker Restaurant Industry
El Pollo Loco has surged 60%+ YTD, dramatically outperforming the S&P 500, yet fundamentals and valuation still support further upside. LOCO's defensible niche in flame-grilled Mexican chicken and strong same-restaurant sales growth set it apart amid sector-wide comp declines. Operating margins are rising toward 20%, with higher average checks offsetting labor and food cost pressures.
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Ares Commercial: High Safety Margin
Ares Commercial faces headwinds from loan losses and office market overexposure, resulting in two dividend cuts in three years. ACRE trades at a steep 50% discount to book value, reflecting investor skepticism about its distributable earnings and portfolio quality. The REIT has shrunk its office loan portfolio by 46% since Q1'23 but still underearns its dividend, with an 80% coverage ratio in Q1'26.
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Starbucks Builds Sovereign AI to Cut $400 Million in Software Costs
Enterprise technology has long operated as a toll bridge for modern businesses. Software providers charge recurring licensing fees based on user counts and consumption, creating a permanent liability on corporate balance sheets.
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5 Deeply Discounted CEFs Paying Up To 10.2%
This is one pricey market, and if you're hesitant to put new money to work, I am sympathetic. After all, we're here for the dividends.
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Brixmor Property: A Durable Yield With Double-Digit Return Potential
Brixmor Property Group remains a buy for durable income and steady growth, supported by strong tenant demand and leasing momentum. BRX delivers strong same-property NOI growth, driven by rent growth and robust leasing spreads, with a 27% blended cash rent spread. The $67M signed-not-open pipeline and $78M in redevelopment projects, with attractive incremental returns, underpin continued NOI and FFO expansion.
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Investors Hoped for a World Cup Bump. Instead, They Got a Slump.
While Saturday's games will take place in the U.S., the excitement is mostly elsewhere, after the U.S. was knocked out of the tournament. Investors looking for a World Cup bump might be feeling similarly let down.
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Ethereum Adoption : CCAF Study Highlights Geographic Concentration of ETH Nodes in the US
A recent analysis by researchers at the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance (CCAF) has shed new light on the physical distribution of Ethereum's infrastructure, revealing notable geographic clustering of its validator nodes.
XRP ETFs Brush Against $1 Billion in Assets as 9-Week Inflow Streak Comes to an End
U.S. spot XRP exchange-traded funds (ETFs) ended July 10 holding $996.65 million in combined net assets, just $3.35 million shy of the $1 billion milestone. Lifetime inflows stand at $1.48 billion even as weekly has momentum stalled.
OKYO Pharma advances toward Phase 3 FDA trial - ICYMI
OKYO Pharma Ltd (NASDAQ:OKYO) earlier this week reported positive feedback from its Type D meeting with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), providing greater regulatory clarity as the company advances urcosimod toward a global Phase 3 pivotal study for neuropathic corneal pain (NCP). Chief executive Robert Dempsey said the FDA's feedback supports a streamlined development strategy that could allow the company to conduct a single-dose Phase 3 study with the potential to serve as a single pivotal trial.
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Dogecoin Price Prediction: DOGE Nears a Breakout as Support Holds
Dogecoin tests long-term support and a short-term breakout level as traders watch for the next major DOGE price move.
Ethereum Nodes Centralization: One-Third of the Network Is Hosted in the United States
The Ethereum network continues to evolve, but its geographical distribution remains a subject of monitoring for researchers. A new study from the Cambridge Center for Alternative Finance shows that a significant share of nodes operates in North America and Europe.
Tarsus Pharmaceuticals Enters Retina Market With iRenix Deal, Adds IRX-101 to Pipeline
Tarsus Pharmaceuticals NASDAQ: TARS said it has closed its acquisition of iRenix Medical, Inc., adding IRX-101, a late-stage investigational ocular surface antiseptic, to its pipeline as the company seeks to expand its presence in eye care and enter the retina market.
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