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Novartis' oral multiple sclerosis drug meets main goal in late stage studies
Swiss drugmaker Novartis said on Tuesday that its oral drug, remibrutinib, met the main goals in two late-stage studies, showing superiority over a rival drug in reducing relapse rates in patients with a form of multiple sclerosis.
NVS Silver Price Forecasts: XAG/USD looks for direction above key support at $65.50 area
Silver Price Forecasts: XAG/USD looks for direction above key support at $65.50 area
Futura Medical advances Eroxon pipeline as it reshapes US commercial strategy
Futura Medical PLC (AIM:FUM, OTC:FAMDF, FRA:GYX) has passed a series of operational milestones across its sexual health portfolio as it repositions for growth following a strategic review. The AIM-listed group behind Eroxon, the over-the-counter erectile dysfunction gel, appointed Market Performance Group as its new US commercial partner from 1 September, replacing Haleon after a two-month transition.
FAMDF Bunzl launches £500 million share buyback programme
Bunzl PLC (LSE:BNZL) has launched a £500 million share buyback programme to return excess cash to shareholders while retaining capacity for further bolt-on acquisitions. The distribution and services group said the programme will run over the next 12 months and is consistent with its capital allocation policy, which balances shareholder returns with investment in high-return acquisitions.
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How Saylor's $2 billion capital loop is quietly rewriting the rules of Bitcoin ownership
His essay preserves self-custody while legitimizing the layered claims that now finance Strategy's balance sheet.
DHI Group: Improving Tech Hiring Market Drives Growth
DHI Group is rated BUY, driven by accelerating EBITDA growth from its high-margin ClearanceJobs segment. CJ now comprises nearly half of total revenue and 59% of EBITDA, offsetting Dice's ongoing weakness. Improving tech job market, surging AI-related postings, and robust defense demand underpin the bullish thesis for DHX.
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Oil and Gold: Price review for the week ahead
Oil and Gold: Price review for the week ahead
XRP had its best month since the SEC settlement and the network is about to change underneath it
XRP rallied 37% in August on a wave of record ETF inflows. The market is pricing momentum.
Solana (SOL) Price: Major Whale Accumulation and Record ETF Inflows Signal Potential Rally to $150
Solana has experienced a significant pullback in recent trading sessions, yet beneath the price action lies a compelling narrative of network strength and institutional confidence. Multiple on-chain metrics reveal increasing adoption, sustained institutional investment, and a blockchain operating at unprecedented capacity.
British Pound: Downside risk focuses on 1.3480 against US Dollar – UOB
British Pound: Downside risk focuses on 1.3480 against US Dollar – UOB
CME launches crypto indexes tracking XRP, SOL, HYPE and other altcoins
CME Group has launched two multi-asset cryptocurrency benchmarks, including a 10-token index that leaves out Bitcoin and Ether and tracks assets such as BNB, XRP, Solana and Hyperliquid.
ACG Metals produces first copper concentrate at Gediktepe
ACG Metals Ltd (LSE:ACG, OTC:ACGAF) has produced its first copper concentrate at the Gediktepe operation in Türkiye, marking its transition into a copper producer. The milestone was achieved on 31 August 2026.
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XRP (XRP) Eyes Critical Senate Vote as ETF Inflows Shatter Previous Records
On August 31, XRP was changing hands around $1.37, experiencing approximately a 2% pullback over the preceding 24-hour period. Attention has shifted toward an upcoming Senate vote on September 15 that may significantly influence XRP's near-term trajectory.
Frasers Aims to Increase Hugo Boss Stake Above 50%
The British retail company said it plans to further increase its interest in the company, including through the purchase of more shares.
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North Korean Hackers Liquidate $30M in BTC on Hyperliquid Amid U.S. Expansion Plans
Digital wallets associated with the notorious Lazarus Group from North Korea offloaded over $30 million in Bitcoin through the Hyperliquid platform across a three-week timeframe, according to new findings that emerge as Kraken's parent entity pursues regulatory pathways to introduce the platform to American traders.
Ametek: The Quiet Control Layer Behind The Next Industrial Investment Cycle
AMETEK is well-positioned to capitalize on increased complexity across AI, semiconductor, aerospace, utilities, and medtech infrastructure. The $5B Indicor Instrumentation acquisition boosts aftermarket revenue, enhances earnings durability, and offers significant synergy potential with manageable integration risk. AME trades at a premium (~29x pre-acquisition guidance), justified by niche leadership, diversified end markets, strong cash flow, and a repeatable acquisition model.
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Norway's DNO to buy UK-listed Capricorn Energy for $396 million
Norwegian oil firm DNO has agreed to buy UK's Capricorn Energy for $396 million, the parties said on Tuesday, outbidding rival Genel Energy.
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Ripple Unlocks 1 Billion XRP Tokens: How Much Is Left?
Ripple has unlocked 1 billion XRP as part of its regular monthly escrow release, according to blockchain transaction tracker Whale Alert.
Euro: Modest rebound against US Dollar as yields rise – Danske Bank
Euro: Modest rebound against US Dollar as yields rise – Danske Bank
USD/CAD Price Forecast: Trade tensions to keep Canadian Dollar under pressure
USD/CAD Price Forecast: Trade tensions to keep Canadian Dollar under pressure
Medtronic, Dell and 3 Stocks to Watch Heading Into Tuesday
With U.S. stock futures trading slightly lower this morning on Tuesday, some of the stocks that may grab investor focus today are as follows:
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AstraZeneca lung cancer therapy combination shows promise in advanced study
AstraZeneca said on Tuesday that a Chinese late-stage trial of a combination of its cancer drugs Tagrisso and Orpathys significantly improved progression-free survival when given as a first-line treatment for a type of lung cancer.
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Redeem aUSDT: What Happens to Your Tether Gold on September 17
Anyone holding aUSDT has until September 17, 2026 to return the gold stablecoin through Alloy by Tether, or the route to the underlying Tether Gold closes. On-chain, there is still no sign of redemptions.
US Dollar Price Forecast: DXY Eyes 99.58 as Jobs Week Tests Hawkish Fed; Eyes on EUR/USD and GBP/USD
Fed hike bets support the dollar as markets await JOLTS, ADP and NFP, while EUR/USD and GBP/USD remain pressured near key technical levels.
GSK to advance mRNA flu vaccine to late-stage trial
GSK said on Tuesday it will advance its mRNA-based seasonal influenza vaccine candidate into a late-stage trial after mid-stage data showed it generated stronger immune responses than currently approved standard- and high-dose shots.
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IREN: $4 Billion Of Contracted ARR Changes The Story
I am reiterating my Strong Buy rating on IREN Limited and raising my price target to $52 per share following Q4 2026 results. IREN's entire $4 billion 2026 ARR target is now contracted, with demand risk shifting to execution and delivery of Horizon 2–4 capacity. Recent contract economics have improved, with 3-year deals above $20 million per IT MW and a broader AI customer base supporting higher monetization.
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Ethereum: Bitmine Purchases 53,501 More ETH After Selling 131 Million Dollars
Bitmine never lets up. Tom Lee's company has just added 131 million dollars worth of ETH to its treasury, its biggest weekly purchase since June, bringing its holdings to 4.9% of the total supply.
Largest XRP ETF Crosses $500 Million in Assets Just 9 Months After Launch
Despite XRP's price volatility, investor demand for US spot XRP ETFs has remained strong, attracting over $1.66 billion in cumulative inflows.
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Ethereum (ETH) Surges as BitMine Acquires 53,501 ETH and ETF Inflows Soar to $824M
BitMine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) expanded its Ethereum treasury by 53,501 ETH over the past week, marking the company's most substantial seven-day acquisition since June. This purchase extends BitMine's uninterrupted buying campaign to 65 consecutive weeks, a streak that began when the firm initiated its ETH accumulation strategy on June 30, 2025.
