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Best Income Stocks to Buy for July 1st
CZFS, LIEN and BCAL made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) income stocks list on July 1, 2026.
BCAL CMC Markets shares jump as the trading platform operator upgraded its guidance
CMC Markets PLC (LSE:CMCX, FRA:T8Q) shares jumped more than 20% on Wednesday, changing hands at 562.5p, after the firm upgraded full-year 2027 income guidance after continued growth in its B2B business lifted expectations for margins and profit. The online trading group said it now expects net operating income for FY2027 to be at least £550 million, materially ahead of its previous guidance range of £460 million to £480 million.
CMC SUSS MicroTec: Margin Pressure Masks Strong Demand
SUSS MicroTec maintains a Buy rating, supported by a record order backlog and resilient core profitability despite recent margin compression. FY25 saw margin erosion from operational transition and heavy CapEx, but revenue hit a historic €503.2 million, affirming strong AI-driven demand. Q1 FY26 headline results were weak, yet record order intake (€149.3 million) and a 1.73 book-to-bill ratio signal robust forward demand.
SESMF Silver Price Forecasts: XAG/USD dips below $58 weighed by higher US yields
Silver Price Forecasts: XAG/USD dips below $58 weighed by higher US yields
Bitcoin Standard Treasury merger vote with Cantor Equity postponed to July 10
The repeated delays in the merger vote highlight potential investor uncertainty and could set a precedent for future Bitcoin-based SPAC deals. Bitcoin Standard Treasury merger vote with Cantor Equity postponed to July 10.
Film Director Gets 30 Months in Prison for Misusing $11M Netflix Budget on Dogecoin
A federal court in Manhattan has sentenced Hollywood filmmaker Carl Rinsch to 30 months of incarceration following his conviction for misappropriating $11 million in production financing from Netflix.
USD/JPY Tests Multi-Year Highs, While USD/CAD Holds Near Yearly Peaks
After a strong rally in the US dollar at the end of last week, the currency has moved into a consolidation phase against major counterparts. Investors remain cautious ahead of the release of the ADP employment report for the US private sector, which is expected to serve as a key indicator before Friday's official Nonfarm Payrolls data.
Best Value Stocks to Buy for July 1st
ILPT, CVE and DK made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) value stocks list on July 1, 2026.
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EPR Properties: Tales Of Movie Theaters Dying Were Great Exaggerations
EPR Properties is benefiting from a resurgent U.S. box office, with 2026 tracking to set new records and dispelling bearish theater narratives. EPR raised its dividend by 5% year-over-year, now yielding 6.2%. This is 136% covered by FFOAA and offers a healthy spread over Treasuries. Guidance for 2026 FFOAA was raised to $5.37–$5.53 per share, exceeding consensus and supporting a 10.95x multiple.
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Ethereum at $1.5K: A tense stand-off forms, with ETH shorts under pressure
Whales are moving ETH, but rising staking and fresh buying power hint that the market may be setting a trap for shorts.
On-Chain Activity Hints at Distribution During Bitcoin Dip
Bitcoin dips to $58,683 as on-chain signals suggest possible distribution, while altcoins like XLM and WBT post strong gains in a $2.12T market.
Micron's Hidden Growth Story
Micron holds over $24 billion in cash and investments, while customers have committed approximately $22 billion, including $18 billion in cash deposits. The DRAM market has consolidated into a three-player oligopoly, with management expecting AI-driven memory supply constraints to persist well beyond 2027. Strategic Customer Agreements already cover roughly half of future sales, improving earnings visibility through multiyear, take-or-pay commitments backed by customer capital.
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USDC, Bitcoin Lead Exchange Outflows as Liquidity Shifts Intensify
Crypto exchange flow data over the past 24 hours showed notable net withdrawals in major assets—led by USD Coin (USDC) and Bitcoin (BTC)—a pattern traders often read as a shift in 'exchange liquidity' rather than a direct price signal. According to aggregated exchange flow figures compiled by Cryptometer on July 1 (UTC), USDC posted the largest net outflow at roughly $503 million, while BTC recorded about $352.7 million in net outflows.
Bitcoin price falls below $59K as June ETF outflows hit record $4.5B
Bitcoin trades near $58,692 after June ETF outflows hit $4.5B, with BTC below key trend levels and traders watching $58K support.
Denison Mines: Can't Get Much Better Unit Economics Than This
Denison Mines is rated Strong Buy, offering direct exposure to uranium's bullish supply-demand dynamics via its low-cost Canadian projects. DNN's flagship Wheeler River Project, with Phoenix Deposit construction commencing in Q2, targets production by mid-2028 and boasts industry-low all-in costs of $18.41/lb. With C$418 million in cash and limited equity issuance needs post-2028, DNN's balance sheet provides robust downside protection during market volatility.
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Schneider Electric S.E. (SBGSY) M&A Call Transcript
Schneider Electric S.E. (SBGSY) M&A Call Transcript
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3 tech stocks to buy before July 2026 prices move higher
Three Magnificent Seven stocks are entering July with fresh catalysts that could matter as Q2 earnings season approaches. Alphabet, Amazon and Nvidia are not cheap in the traditional sense.
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Tron (TRX) Network Activity Surges to Record Levels in June 2026
The TRON blockchain documented unprecedented performance metrics in June 2026, establishing new historical benchmarks for both user engagement and transaction throughput. These achievements follow a remarkable Q1 2026 period that saw $1.96 trillion in stablecoin settlements flow through the network.
Bitcoin's 20% June crash looks even deadlier on the charts. Here's why
Bitcoin dropped by 20% in June, but the monthly chart reveals something far more concerning.
Solana daily token launches hit 80-day high as ANSEM memecoin debuts
Solana's resurgence in token launches could signal renewed investor interest, but the proliferation of imitators may dilute market focus and value. Solana daily token launches hit 80-day high as ANSEM memecoin debuts.
Aave (AAVE) Price Prediction: Can DeFi's Top Lender Hit $620 by 2031?
Aave stands as a cornerstone protocol in decentralized finance, facilitating peer-to-peer lending and borrowing of cryptocurrency assets without traditional intermediaries. The platform has accumulated substantial economic throughput since its 2020 debut, generating revenue through interest spreads and protocol fees.
Bitcoin Struggles To Regain Momentum After Sharp Correction
The first half of the year ends with a resounding warning signal for the crypto ecosystem, illustrating the inherent fragility of highly volatile markets in the face of global macroeconomic dynamics. Traditional stock indices show insolent resilience while the crypto market undergoes a purge, challenging theories of stabilizing institutional adoption.
Solana (SOL) Price Eyes Triple-Digit Territory as Network Metrics Surge
Solana is currently positioned around the $75 price point as of Wednesday's trading session. The digital asset finds itself challenging its 50-day Exponential Moving Average, a technical indicator that market participants frequently monitor to gauge directional strength.
JD Vance's Bitcoin Holdings Hit $500K in 2025 Financial Disclosure
Vice President JD Vance's 2025 annual financial disclosure documents a Bitcoin position valued between $250,001 and $500,000. This information appears in his OGE Form 278e, a mandatory filing that all senior federal officials must complete annually.
Rainbow Rare Earths is advancing Phalaborwa rare earths project apace
Rainbow Rare Earths Ltd (LSE:RBW, OTC:RBWRF, FRA:RR1) told investors that three-quarters of the process flowsheet for its Phalaborwa rare earths project in South Africa has now been fixed and moved into the engineering phase of the definitive feasibility study. The update follows pilot plant operations through the first half of 2026, with recovered data now feeding into the DFS design.
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ACG Metals sees higher gold recovery at Gediktepe mine
ACG Metals Ltd (LSE:ACG, OTC:ACGAF) said it has lifted commercial gold recovery at its Gediktepe mine in Türkiye to around 85%, from about 75% previously, after introducing a proprietary metallurgical process. The company said the process, developed internally and now patented in Türkiye, has also reduced cyanide consumption by around 45% and shortened leach cycle times under commercial operating conditions.
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NatWest eyes profits and shareholder returns boost as Evelyn deal completed
NatWest Group PLC (LSE:NWG) said it expects to lift fee income by about 20%, improve returns and increase its exposure to the UK wealth market after completing its £2.7 billion acquisition of Evelyn Partners. The FTSE 100 lender said the deal completed on 30 June, creating the UK's biggest private banking and wealth management business.
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US Dollar Price Forecast: Dollar Strengthens on Fiscal and Reserve Status — Can GBP/USD and EUR/USD Hold?
With strong U.S. fundamentals, fiscal deficits, and reserve-currency status, the Dollar gained ground amid shifting risk sentiment. DXY held steady at $101.34, EUR/USD defended blue trendline support, and GBP/USD maintained bullish structure above $1.3206.
XRP Price Analysis: Critical $1 Support Level Under Pressure as July 2026 Approaches
On June 26, 2026, XRP declined to $1.009, representing the token's lowest point since it last visited these levels in November 2024.
Asos eyes profit boost from sale of Atlanta warehouse
ASOS PLC (LSE:ASC) has strengthened its balance sheet and cut costs by selling a fulfilment warehouse in Atlanta, USA for a net gain of around £48 million. The online fashion retailer said it had assigned the site's lease to a global consumer brand and sold the related automation assets to a member of DHL Group.
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