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Michael Saylor says Bitcoin could jump from $70K to $7 million
Bitcoin has extended its recovery above $66,000 as Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor has predicted that the crypto asset could eventually rise from roughly $70,000 to as much as $7 million per coin.
Exxon Mobil seeks environmental permit for exploration in offshore Guyana
U.S. oil and gas major Exxon Mobil has applied for environmental authorization for a 35-well exploration campaign in Stabroek block, some 120 miles (193 km) off Guyana's Atlantic coastline, according to environmental regulator EPA.
XOM AMD: Agentic AI Makes EPYC The Winner Of The AI Infrastructure Cycle
Advanced Micro Devices is positioned for high growth as AI adoption drives a shift toward greater CPU demand in data centers. I reiterate a "Strong Buy" rating on AMD with a $661 price target, supported by a projected 35%+ annual CPU TAM growth to $120 billion by 2030. AMD's EPYC CPUs and strategic partnerships, including Meta's 6GW GPU deal, underpin margin-accretive revenue and operating leverage.
AMD Vallourec S.A. (VLOWY) Discusses Strategic Position and Innovation in Geothermal Energy Markets Transcript
Vallourec S.A. (VLOWY) Discusses Strategic Position and Innovation in Geothermal Energy Markets Transcript
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USA Compression: Opportunity Knocks For An 8% Yield After Price Pullback
USA Compression trades at its lowest EV/EBITDA multiple since COVID-19, following the J-W Power acquisition and recent share price decline. USAC's forward 2026 EBITDA valuation is 8.2x, reflecting underappreciated growth and improved leverage, with EBITDA expected to reach $785m, up 28% YoY. Capital allocation prioritizes growth investments and technology upgrades, targeting margin improvement and closing a 30% OPEX gap versus peers.
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We're still in ‘early innings' of bitcoin-related ETPs, CoinDesk's LaValle says
Many investors remain on the sidelines when it comes to cryptocurrencies, but with new products entering the marketplace that may be changing. CoinDesk president of indices and data David LaValle and TMX VettaFi head of research and editorial Todd Rosenbluth sit down with CNBC's Dominic Chu on “ETF Edge” to break this all down.
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XRP Adoption Takes Off In Europe, But Banks Want It Simple
Regulatory clarity has become a hot topic when it comes to the relationship between crypto firms & banks.
Trilogy Metals: A High-Risk Copper Option
Trilogy Metals offers exposure to high-grade Arctic and Bornite copper projects in Alaska, with South32 as a JV partner. Arctic's robust feasibility metrics—5% copper equivalent, $1.1B NPV8, 22.8% IRR, low cash cost—anchor the investment case. Ambler Road permitting and U.S. critical minerals policy are pivotal catalysts; project value hinges on infrastructure progress.
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Gold clears $4,300 as Hormuz deal cuts oil, yield pressure - Kitco PM Report
Spot gold prices are higher and spot silver prices are also sharply firmer after the close Monday, as a tentative U.S.-Iran agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz drove crude oil sharply lower, eased inflation fears and pulled Treasury yields down.
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RSPA: A 9% Yield For Investors Wary Of The AI-Led Market
RSPA ETF is a strong buy due to persistent macroeconomic challenges and market fragility. RSPA combines S&P 500 equal-weight exposure with covered calls and cash-secured puts to generate high monthly income. While RSPA has slightly underperformed the market, its income focus narrows the return differential and can provide better risk-adjusted returns.
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Whales Go on XRP Buying Spree
XRP has staged an impressive market comeback, surging 13% in just 24 hours to reclaim the $1.28 level for the first time in two weeks.
RF Industries, Ltd. (RFIL) Q2 Earnings and Revenues Top Estimates
RF Industries, Ltd. (RFIL) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.14 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.09 per share.
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Dave & Buster's (PLAY) Q1 Earnings and Revenues Miss Estimates
Dave & Buster's (PLAY) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.22 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.37 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.76 per share a year ago.
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Forget Micron: 1 Record-Breaking Cloud Powerhouse to Buy Hand Over Fist After the Pullback
Micron Technology (NASDAQ:MU | MU Price Prediction) is the chip stock dominating every feed after its memory business rode the AI cycle to a $1.12 trillion market cap and a 760.37% one-year run.
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South Korea prioritizes Bitcoin and cryptocurrency as national focus
South Korea's strategic embrace of crypto could position it as a global leader in digital asset innovation and regulatory frameworks. South Korea prioritizes Bitcoin and cryptocurrency as national focus.
Australian Dollar Outlook Ahead of RBA and BOJ: AUD/USD, AUD/JPY, EUR/AUD
The Australian dollar led major FX gains on Monday as hopes of a US-Iran peace deal boosted risk appetite. With the RBA and BOJ both set to announce policy decisions, traders now face a critical test for AUD/USD, AUD/JPY and EUR/AUD.
Standard Chartered forecasts UNI to hit $100 by 2030 as RWAs move on-chain
The forecast highlights the transformative potential of DeFi and tokenized assets, suggesting significant shifts in financial ecosystems by 2030. Standard Chartered forecasts UNI to hit $100 by 2030 as RWAs move on-chain.
Domo Q1 Earnings Call Highlights
Domo NASDAQ: DOMO said it is in advanced negotiations regarding a potential strategic transaction after a board-led review of alternatives, as executives highlighted improving retention metrics, near break-even adjusted free cash flow and continued customer adoption of AI-powered data applications during the company's first-quarter fiscal 2027 earnings call.
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RF Industries Q2 Earnings Call Highlights
RF Industries NASDAQ: RFIL reported higher fiscal second-quarter revenue and a return to profitability, with management citing improved operating leverage, stronger bookings and broader demand across several end markets.
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Zcash price prediction: Can ZEC break $520 after 14% rally?
Zcash surged toward $500 as volume and Open Interest climbed sharply across markets.
SIL: The Real Silver Nugget Is Here
I recommend buying Global X Silver Miners ETF (SIL) to capitalize on high silver prices and undervalued miners. SIL offers diversified exposure to 45 silver miners, with the top ten holdings accounting for 76% of assets. Despite 2026 silver price stagnation, miners are poised for record operational cash flow and attractive free cash flow valuations.
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Why Western Digital's stock was the S&P 500's biggest gainer on Monday
Storage stocks are hot as investor appreciation builds for the companies' pricing potential.
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Ethereum Nears Rare Third Red Quarter Despite Stronger Staking Signals
Ethereum is tracking toward another weak quarter even as staking-related signals keep the longer-term network story alive.
Solana Institute warns Senate against weakening CLARITY Act
The Solana Institute has urged U.S. senators to preserve key provisions of the CLARITY Act as industry participants increasingly look toward an August timeline for advancing the legislation through Congress.
Bitcoin Whales Add $700M As Seller Exhaustion Signal Returns
Large Bitcoin holders have reportedly moved more than 11,000 BTC off exchanges as traders revisit a seller-exhaustion setup.
The Real Cost of Sending USDT: Why Gasless Wallets Are Not the Cheapest Solution
Sending USDT should be a trivial operation. However, the real cost of a transfer varies by up to two orders of magnitude depending on the underlying infrastructure. The market promotes three alternatives as the most efficient: gasless wallets, Layer 2 networks, and Tron's energy model.
IDW Media Holdings, Inc. (IDWM) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Prepared Remarks Transcript
IDW Media Holdings, Inc. (IDWM) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Prepared Remarks Transcript
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Ethereum leads tokenized ETFs market with $438M cap and 74% share
Ethereum's dominance in tokenized ETFs highlights its pivotal role in the evolving DeFi landscape, but also underscores potential systemic risks. Ethereum leads tokenized ETFs market with $438M cap and 74% share.
XRP Surges Beyond $1.25 As $6M In Shorts Get Wiped: What's Going On?
XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) surged to $1.27 Monday, breaking decisively out of the June descending triangle as $6.07 million in short positions got liquidated in 24 hours. Descending Triangle Breaks Out With Volume Exploding 129% XRP pushed through $1.14, then $1.18, and reclaimed $1.20 on its strongest volume since the early-June washout, forcing traders to reassess expectations for continued weakness.
Health Insurer Centene, Looking To Cut Costs, Offers Companywide Buyouts
Health insurer Centene, looking to cut costs after losing more than two million Obamacare health plan members, Monday confirmed plans to offer companywide buyouts to most employees.
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