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2026 ETF Flows Cross $1 Trillion Milestone Before Summer
The ETF industry has crossed a historic threshold, comfortably surpassing previous milestones well ahead of schedule. 2026 U.S.-listed ETF flows have reached $1 trillion, less than halfway through the year, according to Bloomberg data.
DRAM Expanding the Suite: Harbor Launches Active Commodity ETF
On June 16, Harbor Capital Advisors launched the Harbor Active Commodity ETF (ACOM). With an expense ratio of 93 basis points, this fund provides actively managed exposure to commodity instruments with a focus on high expected inflation and low cost of carry.
CMDT OKX and Chainlink Expand Partnership Around Real-World Assets
OKX integrated Chainlink Data Streams into the mainnet of X Layer, its ZK L2, with the goal of enabling AI-powered DeFi applications and real-world asset protocols. The integration allows developers to access high-frequency market data in real time, rather than receiving it at scheduled intervals.
Gold drops below $4,300/oz as Fed votes 12-0 in favor of rate hold, but nearly half of policymakers see a rate hike in 2026
The Federal Reserve announced on Wednesday that the first Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) vote under new chair Kevin Warsh was unanimous in favor of a rate hold, as expected by the market consensus, while the latest economic projections showed nearly half of policymakers believe a rate hike will be warranted in 2026.
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Verastem: 'Buy' Positive RAMP-205 Data And Extensive VS-7375 Registration Program
Verastem, Inc. is maintained at a Buy rating, driven by upcoming clinical catalysts and positive early-stage data in KRAS G12D mutant solid tumors. VSTM expects key data readouts from the TARGET-D 101 phase 1/2 study in 2026 and is advancing three phase 2 registration-directed studies for PDAC, NSCLC, and CRC for VS-7375. Positive phase 1b/2a RAMP 205 results in 1st-line metastatic PDAC (86% OS at 6 months, 52% cORR) support further development of avutometinib/defactinib combinations.
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Prediction: SpaceX Will Get “Cut in Half Over the Next 6 Months,” Here's Why
SpaceX (Nasdaq: SPCX) finally hit the public markets, and within hours of the opening bell, the loudest voices on the Prof G Markets podcast were already calling the top.
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Zama and Morpho Open Deposits for Encrypted USDC Yield Product
Zama, Morpho and Steakhouse Financial will launch on June 23 the first confidential DeFi yield vault on Ethereum with encrypted USDC. The product uses fully homomorphic encryption to conceal onchain balances and amounts, without sacrificing auditability or regulatory compliance controls. Morpho surpasses $11 billion in deposits and Steakhouse manages over $4.
Oil Prices Slide on US-Iran Deal: 3 Energy Stocks Worth Watching
ExxonMobil, ConocoPhillips and EOG Resources stand out as low-cost, diversified production bases that may help them stay profitable despite oil-price volatility.
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Equinix Strengthens AI Infrastructure With Cisco & NVIDIA Partnerships
EQIX expands partnerships with Cisco and NVIDIA to speed enterprise AI adoption with standardized AI factory blueprints.
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Pizza Hut's new owner also runs gyms and sells caskets, which is either a coincidence or the most complete business plan ever written
Don Lair writes about options income, dividend strategy, and the kind of boring-but-durable investing that actually funds retirement.
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This Is The Clearest SpaceX Bull Case I've Heard. AI CEO Says SpaceX Is His Top 10 Year Buy & Hold Stock
SpaceX (NASDAQ:SPCX) stock is trading near $197 midday Wednesday, easing 2.5% after a blistering debut week.
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Lululemon apologizes for using Japanese drum at Great Wall of China yoga event
The Canadian athleisure company said it had failed to recognize potential concerns surrounding the instrument used during the event.
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Anthropic becomes first AI startup to join the Frontier carbon removal coalition
Anthropic is joining Frontier, the carbon removal collective, contributing to a new $915 million tranche of funding and marking its arrival as the first AI startup to join the group.
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Bitcoin slides as Fed pledges price stability under new chair Warsh
The Fed's hawkish stance under Warsh may lead to prolonged macroeconomic tightening, impacting risk assets like Bitcoin and market liquidity. Bitcoin slides as Fed pledges price stability under new chair Warsh.
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers' Transformation Looks Irresistible (Upgrade)
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. surges on major refranchising deals, unlocking $96 million to pay down debt and fund transformation initiatives. RRGB's net debt will drop from $146.9 million to $50.9 million, significantly improving balance sheet strength and reducing interest expense. Despite ongoing sales and guest count pressures, RRGB trades at a steep discount to peers and recent asset sale multiples imply substantial upside.
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Binance EU Access at Risk: What MiCA Could Mean for BNB and Crypto Users
Binance is facing one of its biggest regulatory tests in Europe as the MiCA deadline approaches. Could this put BNB and EU crypto users under pressure?
Bitcoin Slides as Fed Says It Will 'Deliver Price Stability' Under Kevin Warsh
The first FOMC meeting under new Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh produced the expected result, yet Bitcoin and other assets dipped.
Cybercriminals allegedly hacked tens of thousands of Fortinet firewalls used by major companies all over the world
Cybercriminals have compromised tens of thousands of Fortinet firewalls and VPNs used by major companies all over the world, according to two cybersecurity firms.
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Bitcoin (BTC) Climbs Over $64K Following Optimistic Update from Pakistan's Shehbaz Sharif on Iran Peace Talks
Bitcoin, the flagship cryptocurrency, has broken through the $64,000 level once again, reflecting renewed confidence in the market tied to positive signals from international diplomacy. The move upward occurred as Pakistan's leadership shared encouraging news about advancing negotiations aimed at resolving tensions involving Iran.
Ethena (ENA) Rebounds 10% From Record Lows
ENA rebounded from record lows, rising 14.01% over seven days while still falling 18.34% across the previous two-week period. The move was supported by a buyback-and-burn governance proposal, negative perpetual funding, higher volume, and a 12% increase in futures open interest. Traders are watching $0.
Does VIG or SCHD Deserve the Core Dividend Slot in a $500,000 Retirement Portfolio?
A retiree with $500,000 earmarked for dividend equities faces a genuine fork in the road between Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF (NYSEARCA:VIG) and Schwab U.S.
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Nike Stock Struggling to Bounce Back Before Earnings
Nike Inc (NYSE:NKE) is scheduled to report fiscal fourth-quarter earnings after the close on Tuesday, June 30.
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OppFi (OPFI) Soars 6.3%: Is Further Upside Left in the Stock?
OppFi (OPFI) witnessed a jump in share price last session on above-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions for the stock doesn't suggest further strength down the road.
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Gold price retreats as Fed holds rates, hawkish dots bite
Gold price retreats as Fed holds rates, hawkish dots bite
Jabil Inc. (JBL) Q3 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Jabil Inc. (JBL) Q3 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
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Nio Strategic Metals Inc. (NIO:CA) Shareholder/Analyst Call Transcript
Nio Strategic Metals Inc. (NIO:CA) Shareholder/Analyst Call Transcript
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The Top 10 Stocks Are 40% of the S&P 500 — What To Do About It
ProShares Global Investment Strategist Simeon Hyman highlights the S&P 500's 40% concentration in its top names and explains why investors are exploring small caps, international stocks, and smarter bond positioning to broaden out. 00:00:00 Introduction 00:00:10 Sideline cash vs.
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Why Abercrombie Is Copying Aritzia's Playboook
Abercrombie & Fitch's torrid growth has started to slow. To counteract moderating sales and increasing competition, the retailer is selling third-party shoe brands like Puma, Frye, Hunter and GH Bass.
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30 days and a 16% spike – Why USDT is making headlines in Venezuela
How does Venezuela's increasing dependence on USDT relate to Tether's hegemony in the stablecoin space?
WeShop Picks Warner Music Veteran to Head Social Commerce Platform
Social commerce platform WeShop has picked Warner Music veteran Maria Weaver as its CEO. The U.K.-based company, which bills itself as the “first community-owned social commerce platform,” announced Weaver's appointment Wednesday (June 17), saying she would oversee WeShop's expansion into the U.S. market.
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