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PDI: Too Cheap To Sell, Too Risky To Buy
PIMCO Dynamic Income Fund offers a 17% yield and trades at a rare discount to NAV, historically a buying opportunity. PDI's distribution is structurally too high, with net investment income consistently failing to cover payouts, leading to significant NAV erosion. The fund's payout ratio has exceeded 100% for four of the past five years, raising sustainability concerns despite recent rate environment shifts.
PDI -0.14% European shares edge lower ahead of US jobs data; Volkswagen jumps
European shares ticked lower on Friday ahead of closely watched U.S. jobs data, while Volkswagen's shares rallied after the automaker announced a major transformation plan that includes 50,000 job cuts.
VWAGY -1.37% Bottomline taps Chainlink to bring blockchain payments to 600 banks
Bottomline has partnered with Chainlink to connect a payments network processing more than $16 trillion annually with public and private blockchains, giving over 600 bank customers a route to cross-chain and cross-border settlement while retaining ISO 20022 messaging.
Anthropic looks set to tie up $15bn of pre-IPO funding
Anthropic is close to finalising an expansion of its revolving credit facility to $15 billion, according to people familiar with the matter, clearing a key hurdle before the AI company files publicly for its highly anticipated IPO. Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) is leading the process, with Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase and Citigroup also holding prominent roles on the facility.
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IMF: El Salvador Has Not Used Public Funds to Buy Bitcoin, Yet In Profit
El Salvador, the first country to make Bitcoin legal tender, has continued to buy around 1 BTC per day. However, the IMF says the government has not used public money to buy Bitcoin since June 2025. As a result, the IMF has approved the next $140 million payment from its $1.4 billion loan program.
My 21%+ Yielding Portfolio Update - Latest Changes And Performance
My ultra-high-yield portfolio now includes GPTY, replacing UTES:CA to enhance AI/tech diversification and total return potential. GPTY's call-spread strategy and actual stock holdings have delivered a 32.42% total return over six months, outperforming FEPI, AIPI, and QQQ. Portfolio yield has increased to 26.20%, with 1-year total return averaging 37.15%, both substantially ahead of major benchmarks.
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XRP News: Ripple Rallies on Fed Dovish Tone, $10 Dream Returns
XRP rallies on dovish Fed signals as traders eye key resistance levels and revive $10 price targets. Full technical breakdown inside.
Bitcoin Is Back Above $80,000, But Fidelity Says the Bear Market May Not Be Over Yet
Fidelity believes that while Bitcoin's strong August rally and other factors offer reasons for optimism, none confirm that the bear market has ended.
Gold and Silver Forecast: Will US Jobs Data Break $4,500?
Gold and silver prices are recovering as rate hike expectations ease, while the U.S. jobs report could determine whether both metals break above key resistance levels.
AbbVie: Shares Defy Sell-Side Downgrades, And That's Bullish (Technical Analysis)
AbbVie remains a 'Buy', supported by robust fundamentals, a strong immunology portfolio, and attractive valuation metrics. The recent $11B Apogee Therapeutics acquisition enhances ABBV's pipeline in immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and aesthetics, with only modest near-term EPS dilution. Q2 results beat expectations, driven by Skyrizi and Rinvoq, while technicals and momentum favor continued upside toward a $292 price target.
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$544,850,000 in Bitcoin and Crypto Liquidated As BTC Surges to $81,000
Bitcoin is rallying 5% to $81,000 as the US Dollar Index drops amid signs of Bank of Japan intervention and strong expectations for a September rate hike. Markets are drawing parallels to the volatility seen in 2024. The post $544,850,000 in Bitcoin and Crypto Liquidated As BTC Surges to $81,000 appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
Should Bitcoin traders look out for warning signs after BTC surges past $80K?
$76,000 remains a key level to watch despite Bitcoin's recent bullishness.
Metals One secures £4m funding package to advance gold projects
Metals One PLC (AIM:MET1, FRA:HT7, OTCQB:MTOPF), the critical and precious metals developer focused on gold and uranium, has secured £4 million in gross funding from YA II PN, a fund managed by Yorkville Advisors Global. Yorkville and its affiliates are barred from holding short positions in Metals One shares while the note remains outstanding, and cannot own more than 9.99% of the company's share capital through warrant exercises.
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Ultra Clean: AI Growth Is Surging And The Market Still Looks Too Cautious
Ultra Clean Holdings is rated Buy at $65, with strong revenue growth and an attractive 11x 2027 P/E, but not Strong Buy due to cash flow and concentration risks. Q2 2026 revenue rose 24% to $644.9M, with Q3 guidance of $700–$750M and EPS of $0.83–$1.03, driven by AI-related semiconductor complexity. Gross margin improvement is underway, but over 60% of revenue comes from two customers, and inventory buildup has led to negative operating cash flow.
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Chainlink Data Feeds go live on Tempo
Chainlink Data Feeds are live on Tempo, giving stablecoin applications market data for collateral, exchange rates and automated risk controls.
Uniswap Labs buys PONS as Robinhood Chain launchpad fees surge
Uniswap Labs has purchased PONS, the token of a Robinhood Chain launchpad generating $5.95 million in daily fees, as PONS climbed to a new all-time high above $0.52.
Casey's Likely To Report Higher Q1 Earnings; These Most Accurate Analysts Revise Forecasts Ahead Of Earnings Call
Casey's General Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:CASY) will release its first earnings report after the closing bell on Tuesday, Sept. 8.
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Bitcoin: The $70 million film that's stirring up the Satoshi debate all over again
Craig Wright, the man who faked being Satoshi, just got Hollywood's red carpet treatment. $70 million, Gal Gadot, and a whitewash of history.
Ripple CEO links U.S. crypto lead to CLARITY Act
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse said U.S. crypto leadership remains within reach as the CLARITY Act approaches a key Senate vote.
Top Wall Street Forecasters Revamp Canaan Expectations Ahead Of Q2 Earnings
Canaan Inc. (NASDAQ:CAN) will release its second quarter earnings report before the opening bell on Tuesday, Sept. 8.
CAN -7.38% 
Gold (XAU/USD) & Silver Price Forecast: NFP Takes Center Stage as Fed Hike Bets Ease
Gold and silver await U.S. NFP at 12:30 GMT as Fed hike expectations ease, while Iran tensions and lower rate pressure support precious metals.
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USD/CAD Price Forecast: 100-day EMA remains key hurdle
USD/CAD Price Forecast: 100-day EMA remains key hurdle
Redwood Trust: Legacy Losses Obscure A Profitable Mortgage Banking Franchise
Redwood Trust is rated Buy with a 12-month base case price target of $5.52, reflecting a 35% total return potential. RWT trades at a 33% discount to GAAP book value, as the market over-penalizes legacy asset risks despite strong core mortgage banking performance. Core platforms delivered a 33% annualized return on capital and robust volume growth, but legacy losses continue to drag on consolidated earnings and dividend coverage.
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Pocket Bitcoin breach exposes 5,411 customer records
Pocket Bitcoin said its August breach exposed records involving 5,411 customers, including addresses, bank transfers and some identity documents.
Microsoft Has Proven That An ROI Is Possible
Microsoft is rated a Strong Buy, driven by robust AI monetization, resilient ROI on hyperscaler capex, and unmatched enterprise moats. MSFT's identity platform and Agent 365 create a defensible position in enterprise AI agent adoption, with 40 million agents registered across thousands of companies. Azure and the SaaS Suite drove nearly all the company's 18% revenue growth, with Azure contributing 61% of incremental revenue and SaaS 38%.
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XRP Trading Activity Hits Highest Level Since February as Price Jumps 8%
Binance led the surge, handling about $7.28 billion in XRP spot trades during August, well ahead of other major exchanges.
Arbitrum price prediction: Do ARB's overbought conditions signal a looming dip?
Surging DEX volume on Robinhood Chain and high daily fee revenue numbers have translated into Arbitrum token price gains since 10% of the fees are shared.
Natural Gas and Oil Forecast: Hormuz Risks Lift WTI as U.S. Crude Stocks Fall
U.S.-Iran tensions tighten crude supply as WTI eyes $92.67 and Brent holds bullish, while recovering LNG demand supports natural gas.
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USD/JPY Breakdown Accelerates—Where Could Sellers Strike Next?
Looking at the 4-hour chart, the pair traded below a key bullish trend line with support at 159.70. The bearish momentum gained strength after there was a close below 158.00, the 100 simple moving average (red, 4-hour), and the 200 simple moving average (green, 4-hour).
BlackRock clients purchase $454M worth of Bitcoin in a single transaction
Institutional Bitcoin investments are reshaping financial strategies, highlighting digital assets' growing role in diversified portfolios. BlackRock clients purchase $454M worth of Bitcoin in a single transaction.
