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Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized stockholder rights law firm, announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (“Alexandria” or the “Company”) (NYSE:ARE) in the United States District Court for the Central District of California on behalf of all persons and entities who purchased or otherwise acquired Alexandria securities between January 27, 2025 to October 27, 2025, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”). Investors have until January 26, 2026 to apply to the Court to be appointed as lead plaintiff in the lawsuit. Allegation Details:

The Complaint alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Defendants provided overwhelmingly positive statements to investors while concealing material adverse facts concerning the true state of the Company's Long Island City (LIC) property; (2) The Company's claims and confidence regarding the leasing value of the LIC property as a life-science destination were misleading and lacked a reasonable basis, particularly in connection with ARE's Megacampus™ strategy; and (3) As a result, Defendants' statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially false and misleading at all relevant times. Next Steps:

If you purchased or otherwise acquired Alexandria shares and suffered a loss, are a long-term stockholder, have information, would like to learn more about these claims, or have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to these matters, please contact Brandon Walker or Melissa Fortunato by email at [email protected], telephone at (212) 355-4648, or by filling out this contact form. There is no cost or obligation to you. About Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C.:

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Boosty Labs, a blockchain infrastructure developer, has put forward a detailed design for a Tron Settlement Batching Layer. The proposal went live on the CTDG Dev Hub on Nov. 14, opening it up for public review from validators, developers, and community members.

The precious metals are breaking out beyond all-time highs, that, in the case of silver, had stood for several decades. Now the dam has broken, and the usual banks are seemingly unable to keep the lid on, who knows how far the prices can go? All this said, Bitcoin (BTC) is likely to outperform them both. Stand by for the most amazingly bullish rally into 2026.

$5,000 next target for gold

Source: TradingView

Since breaking out beyond $2,000 back in February 2024, the gold price has risen as much as 112%. Having consolidated above $4,000, the gold price looks as though it is now ready to go a lot higher. $5,000 is the next target, and given the amount of new money about to enter the system due to government printing, it might not take too long to get there.

Silver breaks beyond all-time high

Source: TradingView

Nevertheless, it’s silver that is really shocking the market right now. Since its breakout only 4 months or so ago, the price has increased 66%. Today, the silver price has broken beyond the recent all-time high at just above $54 and is currently motoring at $55.56. Fibonacci extension levels in the chart above give an idea of future targets, although $100 would probably be a decent bet in the next year or so. 

Momentum about to switch from gold to BTC

Source: TradingView

Back to gold, and this time in relation to $BTC (BTCUSD/XAU), it can be seen that the ratio has been very much in favour of gold over the last few months, if not the last year. From a high of 41 ounces of gold to 1 BTC to the current 21.7 ounces, this has been a real drawdown at the expense of BTC. 

However, a cross-up for the Stochastic RSI indicators on the 2-week chart is no mean feat. This could be signalling the start of very strong momentum in favour of BTC, which could take the digital asset back to the highs against gold. Nonetheless, this remains to be seen. If BTC failed to make a higher swing high, this would mean that gold would remain the dominant asset.

High time frame momentum indicators about to favour BTC over silver

Source: TradingView

The BTCUSD/SILVER chart looks more pronounced in favour of silver than it does for gold. This may be because the silver price is running wild right now, having just broken out from that recent all-time high. 

That said, this is the monthly chart, and just as for the 2-week and the weekly, the Stochastic RSI indicators are at the bottom and ready to rise. When they do, the momentum will begin to swing back in favour of $BTC. It may be that the ratio goes all the way to the 0.786 first. This remains to be seen.

ConclusionBoth gold and silver are running hot right now. Precious metals have arguably been manipulated, with the prices forced down for decades. It looks as though this has come to an end, and therefore gold and silver may be reacting like beachballs that have been kept underwater for a long time but have now been let loose.

Nevertheless, a currently unloved asset called Bitcoin is about to step back into the fray. It has arguably reached a bottom against the US dollar, and it looks like it is only a matter of time before it starts outperforming the metals again. 

What some of the top analysts will say though is that having one of these assets is a great addition to one’s portfolio. Having all three is a winning combination.

Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only. It is not offered or intended to be used as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.

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The price of Binance Coin (BNB) has ended its decline above the $800 support level.

BNB price long-term prediction: bearish

The price indicator previously forecast that BNB would fall to $817.81, representing the 1.618 Fibonacci extension. Nonetheless, BNB has been rising since the price slump halted.

On the upside, if the ascending trend breaks above the 21-day SMA, BNB could reach a high of $1,050. Today, BNB is down after failing to break above the 21-day SMA barrier. If the bears breach the $800 support, BNB will fall further to $732. BNB is currently worth $888.

Technical indicators:  

Resistance Levels – $1,000, $1,050, $1,200

Support Levels – $900, $850, $800 

BNB price indicator reading

The 21-day and 50-day moving averages are trending downward. The 21-day SMA acts as a resistance line close to the price bars. A bullish trend will begin when buyers break through the 21-day SMA barrier. On the 4-hour chart, the price bars are above the downward-sloping moving average lines, indicating a likely surge in the cryptocurrency.

What is the next direction for BNB/USD?

BNB's price has been trading above the $800 support but below the $900 high since November 21. The upward trend has been halted above the $900 resistance level, but it has dipped above the moving average lines. The rising movement will begin after buyers surpass the resistance near $900.

Otherwise, BNB will maintain its range-bound movement above the recent high.

Disclaimer. This analysis and forecast are the personal opinions of the author. The data provided is collected by the author and is not sponsored by any company or token developer. This is not a recommendation to buy or sell cryptocurrency and should not be viewed as an endorsement by Coinidol.com. Readers should do their research before investing in funds.

Michael Saylor, a popular Bitcoin advocate and MicroStrategy’s founder, has once again stirred bullish reactions following his recent post, stating that today is Black Friday.

In a recent X post on Friday, November 28, Saylor issued a subtle reminder, “It’s ₿lack Friday,” suggesting that he considers Bitcoin’s current trading price a discount, potentially indicating that he may be preparing for another strategic BTC accumulation for Strategy.

Michael Saylor set for another Bitcoin buy?While Saylor is renowned for his long history of consistently buying Bitcoin regardless of market conditions, he also has a record of turning market dips into buying opportunities.

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Across the global space, Black Friday is known to be a key signal for discounts, shopping frenzies, and high bonuses in every market structure.

This also extends to the crypto ecosystem, as Bitcoin traders often interpret the day as an opportunity to scoop tokens at lower prices compared to the wealth they believe it will eventually create.

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While Saylor’s post resonates with the belief of the crypto community, commentators also emphasized that, while Black Friday is generally recognized as a day for shopping, it is a day for concentrated positioning and volatility for Bitcoin, marking a perfect buying opportunity.

Thus, with Bitcoin hovering around $91,000 after a recent pullback, many interpreted his “Black Friday” post as a subtle signal that he is preparing for another one of his regular Bitcoin purchases.

In agreement with Saylor’s post, one of the comments reaffirmed that a day like this is a reminder that hard money goes on sale before the world notices. Hence, Bitcoin holders are advised to stack up while many might still be ignorant.

Bitcoin’s response to Black Friday callWhile Bitcoin has remained on the positive side of the market amid the Black Friday call, its price has reclaimed its long-lost $92,000 level, showing a decent increase of 0.17% over the last day.

Market watchers believe that this is just the start of its next big rally, predicting a Big December that could see it reclaim the crucial $100,000 support level as the market recovers from recent pullbacks.

Nonetheless, it is important to note that whether or not MicroStrategy is preparing to add more Bitcoin to its already massive treasury remains unconfirmed, as no update has been shared on the matter.

TL;DR

Bitcoin Cash’s price is holding above $500 as whales accumulate positions, creating conditions for a potential rally.
The token remains stable near $540 with firm technical support and momentum signals boosted by Bitcoin’s rebound and network adoption.
The accumulation of more than 140,000 BCH in the $525–$550 range indicates that large holders are preparing the token for a new bullish leg.

Bitcoin Cash (BCH) is holding its support above $500 as whales continue to accumulate, fueling expectations of a short-term rally.

The token is trading around $540 with $594 million in daily volume and a modest 1% increase, consolidating its level after a period of stability that has helped investors gauge buying and selling pressure.

Bitcoin Cash Pulled Back From the Edge and Is Preparing for a Rally
Bitcoin’s rebound above $92,000 has boosted confidence in tokens tied to its ecosystem, and BCH is among the main beneficiaries. While altcoins like Monero posted notable gains, others such as Zcash retraced, creating a mixed picture but still showing clear signs of strength for Bitcoin Cash. The stability above $500 underscores the importance of technical support and investor confidence in the token.

Bitcoin Cash’s history shows that it hit lows of $258 in April and climbed to $650 in September, supported by a bullish market backdrop and growing adoption in payments. The network has strengthened its value proposition through the development of smart-contract capabilities, attracting developers and fostering ecosystem growth.

Institutional interest and expectations around spot ETF approvals have also funneled capital into altcoins like BCH. Analysts further highlight the impact of monetary policy: the possibility of a rate cut by the US Federal Reserve is creating a favorable environment for additional upside in altcoins.

Whales Move More Than 140,000 BCH
From a technical standpoint, the daily RSI sits at 53, showing neutral momentum with room for further upside. The presence of stable support around $500 reinforces the idea that the token may consolidate gains before attempting higher moves.

Whale activity adds another layer of optimism. Analysts recorded more than 140,000 BCH traded within a single hour in the $525–$550 range. This accumulation pattern suggests that large investors are preparing for a strong upward move. Once this exchange phase completes, Bitcoin Cash could begin a full rally, supported by technical strength, network adoption, and institutional capital inflows.

Cathie Wood, founder and CEO of ARK Invest, reiterated a bold forecast that Bitcoin could reach $1.5 million by 2030.

According to a recent webinar, she argued that the current downturn is a pause rather than the end of the cycle and said Bitcoin is only halfway through its four-year rhythm. Her stance comes as market swings have erased large sums and pushed out many investors.

Liquidity Flows And Fed Timing
Reports have disclosed that roughly $70 billion has already returned to financial markets since a brief US government funding gap ended, and ARK estimates as much as $300 billion could follow as the Treasury General Account is refilled.

Wood tied that potential return of cash to moves in central bank policy, noting that the Federal Reserve is expected to end its quantitative tightening program on December 1. She said that easing liquidity could lift both Bitcoin and stocks tied to artificial intelligence.

In this recent webinar, I discuss why the liquidity squeeze that has hit #AI and #crypto will reverse in the next few weeks, something the markets seemed to buy, and why AI is not in a bubble. The 123% increase noted below was in Palantir’s US commercial business last qtr.

Watch… https://t.co/GdBZtEQcxM

— Cathie Wood (@CathieDWood) November 26, 2025

Palantir’s US commercial revenue was highlighted during the talk, with a reported 123% increase last quarter used as an example of real business gains backing some market bets. Based on reports, Wood rejects the idea that gains in the AI sector are purely speculative, and she expects renewed money flows to help risk assets rebound.

Stablecoins And Gold In Play
According to ARK analysts, stablecoins have captured some of the transactional demand that once favored Bitcoin. At the same time, gold has shown solid returns this year, which the team says offsets part of the shift away from crypto for certain uses. That mix, they argue, changes how capital might move when liquidity returns.

BTCUSD now trading at $91,456. Chart: TradingView
Broader Bullish Views From Market Names
Several well-known investors continue to project high price targets for Bitcoin. According to public statements, Tom Lee of Fundstrat has said Bitcoin could hit $250,000 by 2025, pointing to supply limits and demand patterns.

Venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya has floated targets in the range of $500,000 to $1,000,000, citing Bitcoin as a shelter in turbulent times.

Raoul Pal, the former Wall Street executive and founder of Real Vision, has also advocated for similar six-figure ranges driven by adoption and institutional interest. These voices are included to show the range of long-term expectations among prominent market watchers.

Cathie Wood thinks that Bitcoin could reach $1.5 million by 2030, while arguing the current dip is temporary and that the cycle has more to run. Returning liquidity and growing adoption could drive prices sharply higher, according to ARK Invest’s analysis.

Featured image from Gemini, chart from TradingView

TL;DR

Upbit transferred 20,000 ETH, worth approximately $61.2 million, to an unknown wallet, attracting attention from crypto trackers.
The move may influence Ethereum liquidity and market activity in the short term.
Analysts note that such large transactions could reflect operational or institutional strategies without causing immediate price volatility or triggering regulatory concerns.

Today, November 28, Whale Alert recorded a transfer of 20,000 ETH, valued at $61.2 million, from Upbit to an unidentified wallet. While large movements between exchange wallets are standard in crypto operations, the size and destination of this transaction have drawn attention from investors and analysts. Ethereum’s market responded with minimal disruption, highlighting the network’s ability to handle sizable transfers efficiently. The move also coincides with increased trading activity in decentralized finance protocols, suggesting a broader ecosystem response.

Upbit’s 20,000 ETH Transfer Highlights Operational Activity
Upbit, a major player in Asia’s cryptocurrency market, moved a significant amount of ETH to an unspecified wallet. The exchange has not issued a statement regarding the purpose, but experts suggest it may involve internal rebalancing, preparation for institutional trading, or liquidity optimization. Whale Alert confirmed the transaction, which appears to be part of routine operational activity rather than a response to security or regulatory events. Observers note that the transfer could also reflect strategic positioning ahead of upcoming Ethereum network updates, impacting liquidity allocation across exchanges.

Such transfers can provide insights into institutional behavior and market strategy. This 20,000 ETH shift is among the largest single transfers from Upbit in recent months, encouraging analysts to watch Ethereum liquidity and exchange flows closely.

Ethereum Stability Amid High-Volume Transfers
Ethereum maintained stable trading during the Upbit movement, with ETH priced at $3,081.15 and a market dominance of 11.84%. The fully diluted market cap stood at $371.88 billion, while 24-hour trading volume declined 18.65% to $17.51 billion. These metrics demonstrate the network’s resilience to large-scale transactions and its ability to absorb high-volume activity without sudden volatility. Analysts also highlight that the overall stable sentiment reflects confidence from both institutional and retail traders in Ethereum’s liquidity robustness.

Analysts note that while the transfer could affect short-term sentiment, Ethereum’s stability reflects a maturing market capable of handling significant exchange-level transactions. Similar movements may become increasingly common as institutional involvement in the crypto space grows.

In conclusion, Upbit’s 20,000 ETH transfer underscores the growing sophistication of exchange operations. 

Key NotesSecuritize selected Avalanche for its EU-wide regulated trading system launching in 2026 across all 27 member states.Short positions face $15.9 million in liquidations between $15-$15.70, risking a squeeze toward $17 if bulls maintain momentum.AVAX confirmed a double-bottom pattern with breakout above $15 neckline, targeting $17.90-$20 if support holds.
Avalanche

AVAX
$14.85

24h volatility:
1.7%

Market cap:
$6.38 B

Vol. 24h:
$393.82 M

rebounds past $15 in the early hours of Friday, November 28, hours after Securitize confirmed it will launch a pan-European Trading & Settlement System (TSS) powered by the Avalanche network.

Approved under the EU’s DLT Pilot Regime, it becomes the only platform offering regulated assets to digital stocks trading with on-chain settlement infrastructure across both US and EU jurisdictions.

Avalanche was chosen for its high-performance, low-latency architecture, built for regulated market infrastructure. pic.twitter.com/DvkwM3bUzR

— Avalanche🔺 (@avax) November 26, 2025

The TSS will operate across all 27 EU member states, combining trading and settlement into a single digital venue. With the first issuance expected in 2026, Securitize’s cofounder stated, “Avalanche was chosen for its high-performance, low-latency architecture, built for regulated market infrastructure.”

AVAX posted a 2% move toward $15.20 at press time, supported further by Bitcoin

BTC
$90 787

24h volatility:
0.6%

Market cap:
$1.81 T

Vol. 24h:
$61.78 B

price stabilizing above $92,000 after rebounding from multi-month lows near $82,000 last week. As the broader market recovery builds momentum, Avalanche bears now face mounting risks of a looming short squeeze.

Avalanche Liquidation Map, Nov 28, 2025 | Source: Coinglass

According to Coinglass liquidation map data, there has been a sharp shift in AVAX futures positioning this week. Long open interest has risen to $51 million, while shorts have been trimmed to $19.6 million, reflecting a rotation toward upside continuation as AVAX reclaimed the critical $15 threshold.

Short traders now face concentrated liquidation exposure. Around $15.9 million of the $19.6 million in active short positions sit between $15 and $15.70. A break above $16 would trigger a cascading series of liquidations, potentially triggering a run toward $17 if bullish momentum sustains through the coming sessions.

AVAX Price Forecast: Can Bulls Confirm a Double-Bottom Reversal Toward $18?
Avalanche has validated a local double-bottom formation on the daily chart, with the $13.80 zone acting as structural support throughout November. Friday’s move above $15 marks a clean breakout above the neckline of the pattern, increasing probability of a sustained relief rally if bulls hold out for a close above $15.

Avalanche (AVAX) price forecast, Nov 28, 2025| Source: TradingView

Moreover, the Bollinger Bands curled upward after several weeks of compression, posing another critical bullish divergence signal. RSI has rebounded sharply from oversold territory, now printing above 44, indicating rising momentum but leaving ample room for further upside before hitting exhaustion. Within these conditions, a close above the mid-band near $15.10 strengthens bullish continuation toward the upper band at $17.90.

Extended momentum could stretch toward the $20 psychological threshold, aligning with the 50-day moving average.

On the downside, failure to hold $15 would invalidate the current bullish setup. A drop below $14.40 could expose the chart to a deeper pullback to $13.80.

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BlackRock stepped up its crypto acquisition, buying $589 million in Bitcoin and Ethereum from Coinbase. The transactions coincided with a time the overall crypto market is recovering and institutional trading is on the rise.

BlackRock Crypto Inflows Soar To $589 Million In 3 Days
According to Onchain Lens citing Arkham data, BlackRock has received 4,044 BTC and 80,121 ETH in the last three days from Coinbase which works out to about $589 million.

The $589 million dollar is a combination of $354 million Bitcoin and $235 million Ethereum at their current market values. This is one of the biggest accumulations of any institutional ETF issuer of this month.

The transfers were executed in a few huge batches. In one window, there was a transfer of 300 BTC with several other ETH transfers within a few minutes’ interval. The trend represents a contrast to previous activities when BlackRock transferred millions in BTC and ETH to Coinbase.

This trend is backed by BTC price behavior. At the time of writing, BTC price has risen to around $91,552, following an intraday correction. The chart indicates an obvious turnaround as buyers intervened around the $91,000 mark. This recovery correlates with the overall market strength after significant price swings from earlier this week.

ETF Flows Enhances BlackRock’s Market Lead
The data from SoSoValue contributes to this trend. On November 26, BlackRock IBIT ETF had almost $43 million net inflows, the largest among other U.S. Bitcoin ETFs on that day.

On the contrary, Fidelity’s FBTC experienced more than $30 million in outflow, which implies a demand shift in favor of BlackRock. Grayscale’s GBTC recorded a minor inflow of $5.63 million, whereas there was an inflow of net-neutral in other issuers.

In the same time, Ethereum showed renewed momentum. ETH price was trading at about $3,022 following a slight increase in the last day. The chart displays a steep rise since around midday followed by a smooth consolidation above the $3,040 level before a pullback late afternoon.

BlackRock Records Largest Inflows Among Ethereum ETFs
On November 26, BlackRock ETHA recorded a net inflow of $50.22 million, which is a great margin from other Ethereum ETF issuers. ETHE by Grayscale was flat and Fidelity did not see any noticeable movement with its FETH.

However, Bitwise’s ETH ETF (ETHW) and Grayscale added ETH to its second Ethereum ETF with inflows of almost $4.4 million and over $6 million, respectively. This increase in the demand of ETFs is part of the overall growth of the firm in its digital asset exposure. A recent example is BlackRock’s launch of BUIDL on the BNB Chain.

These trends prove that BlackRock still controls the ETF markets of these major crypto assets. The inflows provide a positive indication that professional investors are taking positions ahead of the potential year-end catalysts.

In yet another show of long-term bullish bet, BitMine Immersion Technologies has added to its Ethereum holdings. The Nasdaq-listed company, chaired by renowned market strategist Tom Lee, added to its holdings on November 28, 2025, as the Ethereum price retested the $3,000 level.

TL;DR

Cardano is pushing a Critical Integrations Budget to fund tier-one stablecoins, institutional custody, cross-chain bridges, and pricing oracles.
The plan was designed jointly to accelerate the ecosystem’s connection to financial infrastructure used by developers, companies, and institutional capital.
The proposal now moves to DReps for review, and they must approve it before implementation.

Cardano introduced a governance proposal aimed at creating a Critical Integrations Budget and opening a new phase of development centered on real economic infrastructure.

What Does the Proposal Include?
The initiative was developed jointly by the Cardano Foundation, Input Output Global, EMURGO, Intersect MBO, and Midnight, marking an exceptional level of coordination among the organizations that sustain the network’s technical evolution. The goal is to fund a set of integrations the network still lacks and that are essential for competing in global markets where liquidity, institutional custody, and interoperability define a chain’s growth potential.

The proposal requires approval from DReps and subsequent confirmation by the Constitutional Committee. If it clears both stages, it will enable the implementation of several pieces of critical infrastructure. These include tier-one stablecoins to expand available liquidity and support the use of financial applications.

It also includes the integration of institutional-grade custody solutions that would allow professional capital to enter the ecosystem and reduce operational risks for corporate participants. The budget further includes advanced on-chain analytics tools to improve visibility into network activity and provide precise data to developers, users, and institutions.

The plan adds two key components to close gaps the ecosystem has carried over from previous market cycles: cross-chain bridge infrastructure and globally recognized price oracles. Bridges aim to facilitate capital mobility and connect Cardano with networks that process higher volumes. Oracles aim to improve the quality of the data used by financial applications, a requirement for attracting projects that depend on reliable and standardized metrics.

The Cardano Community Will Vote on the Proposal
The organizations driving the proposal identified these elements as the most relevant gaps limiting Cardano’s liquidity, accessibility, and interoperability. The budget acts as a mechanism to coordinate efforts, eliminate duplication, and set clear priorities at a time when the network needs to accelerate its integration with real markets and strengthen its economic base.

The project now moves to community review. DReps must analyze it and cast their votes, while a Steering Committee will address frequently asked questions over the coming days. The process represents one of the most extensive coordination exercises in Cardano’s history and aims to establish the foundation for a new phase of sustained growth

BitMine Immersion Technologies Inc. (NYSE:BMNR) has added another $44 million in Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH), landing fresh on-chain buys as Tom Lee doubles down on his call for ETH to hit $7,000 to $9,000 by early 2026.

Arkham Data Shows Fresh $44M Ethereum PurchaseLookonchain reported on Friday that BitMine acquired 14,618 ETH using a wallet identified as "0xbd0…E75B8."

The transaction occurred at roughly 5:07 p.m. on Thursday, according to Arkham-linked tracking.

BitMine has not confirmed the transaction, leaving the disclosure dependent on blockchain intelligence data.

The purchase follows BitMine's $200 million Ethereum addition earlier this week.

The company now holds 3,629,701 ETH, valued near $10.9 billion under its last confirmed disclosure.

Its holdings represent almost 3% of Ethereum's circulating supply, based on recent estimates.

BitMine has repeatedly stated a long-term goal of controlling 5% of total supply.

The company has also emphasized Ethereum's expanding presence in financial market infrastructure.

Tom Lee Delivers Aggressive Ethereum ForecastBitMine Chair Tom Lee offered a bullish outlook for Ethereum during a recent interview.

He said ETH could bottom near $2,500 before rising toward $7,000 or even $9,000 by late January 2026.

Lee argued that Ethereum's neutrality and scaling progress align with broader institutional demand.

Lee added that he anticipates a dovish Federal Reserve stance before year-end.

He believes improved clarity could help ease pressure across digital asset markets.

Lee also forecast Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) moving above $100,000 once conditions stabilize.

BMNR Stock Still Trades In A Heavy Downtrend

BMNR Price Prediction As Of November 28th (Source: TradingView)

BMNR continues to trade within a multi-week decline despite the new blockchain activity.

The stock remains below its descending trendline and the Supertrend resistance near $36.29.

This structure keeps sellers in control across most timeframes.

Price recently defended support at $23.86, creating a modest reaction.

However, BMNR remains below the 0.236 Fibonacci retracement near $33.77, limiting upward momentum.

A daily close above that level is required to confirm stabilization.

A trendline break could open a move toward $39.90 and $44.85.

These levels align with the 0.382 and 0.5 retracements, respectively.

Failure to reclaim that zone risks renewed selling toward the prior low at $23.86.

Bulls need a decisive move above $47.64 to shift the broader trend.

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Gold has glittered this year. And there's good reason to expect the precious metal to continue hitting record highs in the year ahead.

Several Wall Street firms issued reports this week showing that analysts and investors believe the price of gold will rise in 2026, with some forecasting it could hit $5,000 per troy ounce, implying upside of about 20%. Many of the factors that have led investors to pour money into the traditional safe-haven asset are likely to remain in play, experts say.

Why This Matters
Gold has hit a series of record highs this year amid economic and geopolitical uncertainty that isn't expected to subside anytime soon. Some prominent investors have recently recommended that investors should increase their allocation to gold. Meanwhile, many Americans have rushed to sell gold jewelry to take advantage of high prices.

Goldman Sachs on Friday said that nearly 70% of institutional investors expect gold prices to continue rising, with 36% saying the price will top $5,000 by the end of 2026, according to a survey this month of more than 900 clients. Investors cited continued buying by central banks around the world and fiscal concerns as the biggest factors contributing to gold's rise.

Gold was trading at $4,220 an ounce Friday morning. (Read Investopedia's full coverage of today's trading here.)That's down from a record high just below $4,400 set in October, but still 60% higher than where it started 2025. Gold's price surge has far outpaced the performance of the benchmark S&P 500 stock index.

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The weakness of the U.S. dollar, which has lost ground this year as concerns about rising U.S. government debt have grown, is also underpinning support for gold, along with concerns about geopolitical instability and stock market volatility.

Deutsche Bank this week raised its 2026 gold price forecast to $4,450 from $4,000 previously, projecting a range of $3,950-$4,950.

"Third quarter supply-demand data supports a continued central bank bid. The positive structural picture shows inelastic demand from central banks and ETF investment diverting supply from the jewelry market," Deutsche Bank said in a note to clients. "Also, overall growth in demand outpaces supply."

UBS believes that further weakening in the dollar, lower bond market returns, geopolitical uncertainty and fiscal concerns will all continue providing support for gold. The bank maintains an 'Attractive' stance on gold with a $4,500 price target for mid-year 2026, according to a Friday report.

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Investors with an interest in Financial - Miscellaneous Services stocks have likely encountered both Bread Financial Holdings (BFH - Free Report) and American Express (AXP - Free Report) . But which of these two stocks is more attractive to value investors? We'll need to take a closer look to find out.

The best way to find great value stocks is to pair a strong Zacks Rank with an impressive grade in the Value category of our Style Scores system. The proven Zacks Rank puts an emphasis on earnings estimates and estimate revisions, while our Style Scores work to identify stocks with specific traits.

Right now, Bread Financial Holdings is sporting a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy), while American Express has a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold). This means that BFH's earnings estimate revision activity has been more impressive, so investors should feel comfortable with its improving analyst outlook. But this is only part of the picture for value investors.

Value investors also tend to look at a number of traditional, tried-and-true figures to help them find stocks that they believe are undervalued at their current share price levels.

The Style Score Value grade factors in a variety of key fundamental metrics, including the popular P/E ratio, P/S ratio, earnings yield, cash flow per share, and a number of other key stats that are commonly used by value investors.

BFH currently has a forward P/E ratio of 6.65, while AXP has a forward P/E of 23.59. We also note that BFH has a PEG ratio of 0.43. This popular metric is similar to the widely-known P/E ratio, with the difference being that the PEG ratio also takes into account the company's expected earnings growth rate. AXP currently has a PEG ratio of 1.64.

Another notable valuation metric for BFH is its P/B ratio of 0.93. The P/B ratio is used to compare a stock's market value with its book value, which is defined as total assets minus total liabilities. For comparison, AXP has a P/B of 7.73.

Based on these metrics and many more, BFH holds a Value grade of A, while AXP has a Value grade of C.

BFH sticks out from AXP in both our Zacks Rank and Style Scores models, so value investors will likely feel that BFH is the better option right now.

Investors interested in stocks from the Banks - Major Regional sector have probably already heard of U.S. Bancorp (USB) and The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation (BK). But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks?

Investors interested in stocks from the Computers - IT Services sector have probably already heard of TD SYNNEX (SNX - Free Report) and Dynatrace (DT - Free Report) . But which of these two stocks is more attractive to value investors? We'll need to take a closer look to find out.

There are plenty of strategies for discovering value stocks, but we have found that pairing a strong Zacks Rank with an impressive grade in the Value category of our Style Scores system produces the best returns. The Zacks Rank is a proven strategy that targets companies with positive earnings estimate revision trends, while our Style Scores work to grade companies based on specific traits.

Right now, TD SYNNEX is sporting a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy), while Dynatrace has a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold). This means that SNX's earnings estimate revision activity has been more impressive, so investors should feel comfortable with its improving analyst outlook. But this is just one factor that value investors are interested in.

Value investors also try to analyze a wide range of traditional figures and metrics to help determine whether a company is undervalued at its current share price levels.

The Style Score Value grade factors in a variety of key fundamental metrics, including the popular P/E ratio, P/S ratio, earnings yield, cash flow per share, and a number of other key stats that are commonly used by value investors.

SNX currently has a forward P/E ratio of 11.76, while DT has a forward P/E of 27.10. We also note that SNX has a PEG ratio of 1.10. This popular metric is similar to the widely-known P/E ratio, with the difference being that the PEG ratio also takes into account the company's expected earnings growth rate. DT currently has a PEG ratio of 1.91.

Another notable valuation metric for SNX is its P/B ratio of 1.46. Investors use the P/B ratio to look at a stock's market value versus its book value, which is defined as total assets minus total liabilities. By comparison, DT has a P/B of 4.79.

Based on these metrics and many more, SNX holds a Value grade of A, while DT has a Value grade of D.

SNX sticks out from DT in both our Zacks Rank and Style Scores models, so value investors will likely feel that SNX is the better option right now.

Investors interested in Insurance - Multi line stocks are likely familiar with Aegon NV (AEG - Free Report) and Prudential (PUK - Free Report) . But which of these two stocks offers value investors a better bang for their buck right now? We'll need to take a closer look.

Everyone has their own methods for finding great value opportunities, but our model includes pairing an impressive grade in the Value category of our Style Scores system with a strong Zacks Rank. The proven Zacks Rank emphasizes companies with positive estimate revision trends, and our Style Scores highlight stocks with specific traits.

Aegon NV and Prudential are sporting Zacks Ranks of #2 (Buy) and #3 (Hold), respectively, right now. This system places an emphasis on companies that have seen positive earnings estimate revisions, so investors should feel comfortable knowing that AEG is likely seeing its earnings outlook improve to a greater extent. However, value investors will care about much more than just this.

Value investors also try to analyze a wide range of traditional figures and metrics to help determine whether a company is undervalued at its current share price levels.

Our Value category grades stocks based on a number of key metrics, including the tried-and-true P/E ratio, the P/S ratio, earnings yield, and cash flow per share, as well as a variety of other fundamentals that value investors frequently use.

AEG currently has a forward P/E ratio of 6.86, while PUK has a forward P/E of 13.84. We also note that AEG has a PEG ratio of 0.21. This popular metric is similar to the widely-known P/E ratio, with the difference being that the PEG ratio also takes into account the company's expected earnings growth rate. PUK currently has a PEG ratio of 0.82.

Another notable valuation metric for AEG is its P/B ratio of 1.48. The P/B is a method of comparing a stock's market value to its book value, which is defined as total assets minus total liabilities. By comparison, PUK has a P/B of 1.91.

These are just a few of the metrics contributing to AEG's Value grade of B and PUK's Value grade of C.

AEG stands above PUK thanks to its solid earnings outlook, and based on these valuation figures, we also feel that AEG is the superior value option right now.

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries by allowing machines to process massive volumes of data, uncover patterns and make intelligent decisions. The fast adoption of generative AI, agentic AI, and multimodal learning — accelerated by powerful hardware such as GPUs and TPUs — is driving breakthroughs across healthcare, finance, robotics, cybersecurity and e-commerce. AI now underpins capabilities ranging from chatbots and medical diagnostics to fraud detection and autonomous systems, enhancing organizational agility while significantly improving operational efficiency.

Per Gartner, global AI spending is expected to hit $1.48 trillion in 2025, indicating 49.7% growth over 2024. Per IDC, global spending on AI infrastructure is expected to reach $758 billion by 2029. U.S. tech giants, including Microsoft (MSFT - Free Report) , Adobe, Alphabet (GOOGL - Free Report) and Meta Platforms (META - Free Report) , have been at the forefront of bringing remarkable advances to AI technology, well supported by powerful AI chips from NVIDIA (NVDA - Free Report) , Analog Devices (ADI - Free Report) and Micron Technology (MU - Free Report) . The deals between OpenAI and AMD, as well as OpenAI and NVIDIA, reflect growing demand for AI chips. Alphabet’s Tensor Processing Units are also gaining traction. Per NVIDIA, spending on AI infrastructure by cloud service providers and hyperscalers is expected to hit $600 billion in 2026, an increase of more than $200 billion estimated at the beginning of 2025.

AI models continue to evolve thanks to strong spending on developing large language models (LLMs). Microsoft-backed OpenAI introduced GPT-5 in August, which offers multi-modal understanding across text, images, audio and more. Anthropic’s latest Claude Opus 4.5 targets enterprise workflows and advanced agentic use cases. Expanding its generative AI footprint, Alphabet introduced Nano Banana Pro, which is built on Gemini 3 Pro. Alphabet is infusing AI into its search business in order to attract more users, while Meta Platforms’ focus on integrating AI into its platforms is driving user engagement. Both initiatives are driving ad revenue growth.

We believe that the rapid deployment of AI technology and huge spending on its development efforts offer significant growth opportunities for investors. Our Artificial Intelligence Screen is an invaluable source for identifying AI stocks with massive growth prospects.

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3 AI Stocks to Buy Right NowNVIDIA is benefiting from the strong demand for AI and high-performance accelerated computing. The growing demand for generative AI and LLMs using graphics processing units (GPUs) based on NVIDIA’s Hopper and Blackwell architectures is aiding data center revenues. The Blackwell Ultra and upcoming Vera Rubin platforms are expected to strengthen NVIDIA’s leadership as the AI chip race intensifies. This Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) company’s recent partnership with OpenAI, which involves the construction of massive AI data centers powered by NVIDIA systems, is expected to boost long-term demand for its GPUs. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

NVIDIA is rapidly gaining traction in enterprise AI, expanding its market beyond cloud providers. NVIDIA CUDA is helping hyperscalers to shift search, recommendations and content understanding from classical machine learning to generative AI. The company’s foray into the autonomous vehicles and other automotive electronics space is a positive. NVDA, currently, is on a firmer footing in the autonomous vehicle market. NVIDIA is working with more than 320 automakers, tier-one suppliers, automotive research institutions, HD mapping companies and start-ups to develop and deploy AI systems for self-driving vehicles.

Micron Technology is benefiting from surging demand for HBM and robust DRAM pricing recovery. The pricing benefits are likely to be driven by rising AI server demand, causing a scarcity in the availability of cutting-edge DRAM supplies. This will support Micron’s margin expansion and profitability.

This Zacks Rank #1 company is capitalizing on the AI boom with its HBM3E solutions, which are increasingly being adopted by major hyperscalers and enterprise customers. Micron is poised to be the key beneficiary of surging AI-related infrastructure spending, as companies continue to build out GPU clusters and AI data centers that require advanced memory solutions. AI PCs are an important part of Micron’s growth plan. MU’s new LPCAMM2 memory is made for AI-ready laptops and workstations that need to handle heavy workloads, such as AI tasks, simulations, and multitasking.

An expanding partner base that includes the likes of NVIDIA, AMD and Intel, is enabling Micron to capture a larger share of the AI infrastructure market. Deepening relationship with major cloud and enterprise customers ensures stable revenue streams and reduces the risk of pricing volatility.

Analog Devices is benefiting from secular growth drivers in automation, AI infrastructure, and automotive electrification. This Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) company is riding on its strong market position in high-performance analog, especially in the industrial, communications infrastructure and consumer markets.

ADI is benefiting from a diversified portfolio and a resilient business model. The company believes that the industrial segment will remain one of its fastest-growing markets in fiscal 2026. Automation demand is rebounding, with increased adoption of software-defined connectivity solutions that enable decentralized intelligence in manufacturing. Additionally, AI-driven demand for automatic test equipment is fueling a surge in Analog Devices’ signal chain and power content. Accelerating AI investments bodes well for Analog Devices’ communications segment. Robust demand for ADI’s solutions across both wireline/data center and wireless markets is a key catalyst. Analog Devices is also targeting robotics and humanoid markets as a multi-year growth driver for its industrial automation business.

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Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:ALNY) stock is trading higher on Friday, with no news to justify the movement.

ALNY is demonstrating bullish strength. See what is driving the movement here.
Performance And EarningsYear to date, Alnylam Pharmaceuticals’ stock has surged 92.6% and 58.7% over the last six months, as per data from Benzinga Pro.

The company reported a third-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings of $2.90, a turnaround from a loss of 50 cents a year ago. Analysts estimated earnings of 75 cents.

Quarterly sales reached $1.25 billion, up 149% year over year, beating the consensus of $977.79 million. Amvuttra sales jumped 165% to $685.30 million.

Alnylam Pharmaceuticals raised fiscal 2025 sales guidance from $3.3 billion-$3.55 billion to $3.6 billion-$3.8 billion compared to the consensus of $3.53 billion.

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Analyst TakeChardan Research and William Blair issued positive outlooks on Alnylam following the second-quarter results. Chardan Research stated that the launch of Amvuttra for ATTR-CM (Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy) is off to an exceptionally strong start.

ATTR-CM, or transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy, is a rare and often underdiagnosed form of heart failure.

Earlier in November, Alnylam Pharmaceuticals announced results from new post hoc analyses of the HELIOS-B Phase 3 study of Amvuttra.

A mixed model analysis that pooled 24- and 36-month data found that treatment with vutrisiran monotherapy was associated with nominally statistically significant and directionally favorable changes in multiple measures of cardiac structure, function, and amyloid burden, including improvements in left and right ventricular ejection fractions as well as stroke volumes and left ventricular mass, compared to placebo.

Treatment with vutrisiran also reduced extracellular volume (ECV), which is thought to reflect amyloid buildup in the heart.

At Year 3, amyloid regression, as assessed by ECV, was observed in 22% of patients treated with vutrisiran, while no patients who received placebo showed regression; conversely, progression occurred in 63% of patients who received placebo compared to 11% of patients treated with vutrisiran.

ALNY Price Action: Alnylam Pharmaceuticals shares were up 1.91% at $453.61 at the time of publication on Friday, according to Benzinga Pro data.

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NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / November 28, 2025 / The global plastics system has lived with the same recurring flaw for decades. No one could reliably verify what was truly recycled, what was partially recycled, and what was simply being passed off as recycled.

The Zacks Communication-Network Software industry players are suffering from challenging macroeconomic conditions and persistent inflation. Small and medium businesses have deferred capital spending on infrastructure buildout due to higher interest rates and inflation, which does not bode well for industry players. However, industry players like Ondas (ONDS - Free Report) and Genasys (GNSS - Free Report) are gaining from the ongoing digitalization efforts, including a shift to cloud computing and the rapid deployment of 5G-based networks. The strong demand for network security benefits industry participants, as a secure environment is required to run cloud-based applications. Industry players are leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to develop security solutions, thereby providing better threat protection systems.

Industry Description
The Zacks Communication-Network Software industry comprises companies that provide software solutions supporting cloud, on-premise and hybrid environments, communication technology solutions, including broadband and Voice Over Internet Protocol, digital communication services delivered as software-as-a-service and telecom solutions, supporting the proliferation and the deployment of 5G and 6G networks, drone technology and protective communications software. There are a few companies that offer solutions based on the Open Radio Access Network standard. Others offer wireless connectivity solutions for mission-critical Industrial Internet applications and services. Solutions from these companies support a variety of industries, including telecommunications, technology, industrial, government, retail, financial, gaming and education.

3 Trends Shaping the Future of the Communication-Network Software Industry
Increased Adoption of Cloud-based Solutions: Rapid digitalization, driven by the disruption caused by the pandemic, has increased the demand for cloud-based applications, virtualized software and container-based software. Applications are being developed in the cloud, which is creating opportunities and, at the same time, challenges for industry participants in terms of performance and security. Rising cyberattacks, including Distributed Denial of Service attacks and attacks using malware through Transport Layer Security and Secure Sockets Layer protocols, are redefining the cyber threat landscape. Enterprises are spending more on cloud-based security solutions. Moreover, the software-defined approach is increasingly preferred over legacy hardware-centric models due to the need for agility.

Growing Importance of Automation Tools: The ongoing rapid transition to the cloud has increased the importance of automation tools. Enterprises are adopting automated tools to deploy and operate security and application services. This is improving performance monitoring and detection, reporting security anomalies and reducing overall costs.

Rapid Evolution of 5G and 6G Networks: Industry participants are benefiting from a continued rise in demand for data-intensive bandwidth and the need for reduced latency associated with smartphones, tablets and machine-to-machine communication. The proliferation of data centers, big data, cloud-based services, streaming media content and IoT are key catalysts. The rapid deployment of 5G networks is creating a massive growth opportunity for telecom providers who are using solutions provided by industry participants.

Zacks Industry Rank Indicates Dim Prospects
The Zacks Communication-Network Software industry is housed within the broader Zacks Computer and Technology sector. It carries a Zacks Industry Rank #179, which places it in the bottom 26% of more than 250 Zacks industries.

The group’s Zacks Industry Rank, which is the average of the Zacks Rank of all the member stocks, indicates dull near-term prospects. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than two to one.

Given the bearish prospects, there are only a few stocks worth watching in this challenging industry. But, before we present these stocks, it is worth looking at the industry’s shareholder returns and current valuation first.

Industry Lags Sector and S&P 500
The Zacks Communication-Network Software industry has underperformed the Zacks S&P 500 composite and its sector in the past year.

The industry has dropped 11.4% over this period compared with the Zacks Computer and Technology sector’s return of 28.5% and the S&P 500’s appreciation of 15.9%.

One-Year Price Performance

Industry's Current Valuation
On the basis of trailing 12-month EV/Sales, a commonly used multiple for valuing network software companies, we see that the industry is currently trading at 3X compared with the S&P 500’s 5.71X and the sector’s 8.08X.

Over the past five years, the industry has traded as high as 3X and as low as 2.56X, with the median being 2.63X, as the charts below show.

EV/Sales Ratio (TTM)

2 Stocks to Watch Right Now
Ondas: This Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company is a provider of private wireless, drone and automated data solutions. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

Ondas Networks provides wireless connectivity solutions enabling mission-critical Industrial Internet applications and services. Ondas Autonomous Systems’ (OAS) business unit develops and integrates drone-based solutions focusing on high-performance critical applications for government and Tier-1 commercial enterprises.

The company is benefiting from strong demand for its Autonomous Drone platforms. At the end of the third quarter of 2025, order backlog was $22.2 million. Based on strong demand for both Iron Drone and Optimus Ondas, the company expects orders to grow with revenues of at least $36 million for 2025.

Shares of Boston, MA-based Ondas have jumped 737.3% in the past year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Ondas’ 2025 loss has narrowed by 3 cents to 29 cents per share over the past 30 days.

Price and Consensus: ONDS

Genasys: This Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company is a provider of Protective Communications solutions, including Genasys Protect software platform and Long Range Acoustic Device hardware products. The company is benefiting from growing awareness of its offerings due to the L.A. Fires, Signal Gate and more recently, the floods in Texas. Moreover, targeted headcount reduction is expected to save $2.5 million annually.

Shares of San Diego, CA-based Genasys have declined 42.3% year to date. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Genasys’ 2025 loss has been steady at 41 cents per share over the past 30 days.

Price and Consensus: GNSS

Key Takeaways Coinbase is expanding beyond trading with DeFi, stablecoin payments and event-driven markets.RIOT is shifting power resources to build data centers aimed at AI and HPC infrastructure growth.COIN's 2025 EPS is set to rise 5.4%, while RIOT's EPS is expected to drop 164.7% year over year.
Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency, has surged amid growing recognition as a decentralized, non-sovereign asset and increasing institutional and corporate participation. Supportive U.S. economic policies under President Donald Trump have further accelerated its mainstream acceptance, reinforcing investor confidence. In this evolving landscape, let’s find out which company is better positioned for long-term growth — Coinbase Global Inc. (COIN - Free Report) or Riot Platforms (RIOT - Free Report) ?

Coinbase, the largest regulated cryptocurrency exchange in the United States, is well-positioned to capitalize on increased market volatility and rising digital asset valuations. RIOT, in contrast, is among the largest and most cost-efficient Bitcoin miners in North America, and it stands to benefit from the industry’s structural transition away from pure mining toward higher-margin, recurring-revenue artificial intelligence (AI)/high-performance computing (HPC) infrastructure.

Both these companies are sensitive to Bitcoin price movements.

The Case for COINCoinbase appears well-positioned to benefit from President Trump’s pro-crypto policy direction and his stated desire to create clearer regulatory frameworks. With roughly 83% of its revenues derived from the United States, the company operates at the center of what is increasingly becoming a global hub for digital-asset innovation. This environment aligns closely with CEO Brian Armstrong’s ambition to make Coinbase an “everything exchange,” offering a broad suite of financial services built around crypto infrastructure.

The company is steadily expanding its product portfolio to reinforce this vision. Coinbase has introduced new trading instruments, including an equity index future linked to “Magnificent 7” stocks, complementing its established crypto futures lineup. It has also strengthened its presence in crypto lending by issuing a $100 million Bitcoin-backed loan to CleanSpark. In the decentralized finance space, Coinbase partnered with Morpho to launch a USDC lending product, offering yields of up to 10.8%, with the goal of deepening its influence within the DeFi ecosystem.

Coinbase’s ambitions extend well beyond trading. The crypto-leader is accelerating real-world crypto adoption through Base, its low-cost Layer 2 network designed to support large-scale on-chain activity. At the same time, it is pushing the growth of stablecoins as core financial infrastructure, particularly through Coinbase Payments—a system aimed at reducing card-processing expenses by enabling online payments with stablecoins. Coinbase’s entry into the prediction-market sector through its collaboration with Kalshi also marks a meaningful step toward diversifying revenues away from pure transaction volumes and tapping into an expanding event-driven trading market.

M&A activity has further supported Coinbase’s expansion. The company is in the process of acquiring Vector.fun to strengthen its connection to the Solana ecosystem. This marks its ninth acquisition of the year. Its recent purchases — including Echo, a platform for on-chain capital raising; derivatives exchange Deribit; and token-management platform Liquifi — reflect Coinbase’s focus on broadening its technological capabilities and market reach.

Despite these advances, Coinbase continues to face profitability challenges due to high operating and transaction-related costs. Its financial performance remains closely tied to cryptocurrency price movements. Significant downturns in Bitcoin or Ethereum could put pressure on earnings and liquidity. Nonetheless, Coinbase’s growing ecosystem, strategic acquisitions and favorable regulatory backdrop position it for durable long-term growth in a rapidly evolving digital-asset industry.

The Case for RIOTRiot has centered its strategy on three pillars within its Bitcoin mining business: operating at a significant scale, maintaining a low-cost production structure, and preserving a strong balance sheet. These pillars have shaped the company’s vertically integrated approach, enabling it to build and operate one of the most extensive portfolios of large-scale powered sites in the industry.

Supported by ample liquidity and a sizable Bitcoin reserve, Riot’s mining infrastructure remains a core strength and continues to generate meaningful profitability. Riot believes Bitcoin mining is still an effective way to monetize its expansive power portfolio, and the business is expected to continue delivering solid, dependable cash flows that help fund future growth.

It is aggressively reallocating its substantial power resources toward the development of high-margin, recurring-revenue data-center services tailored for rapidly expanding AI and high-performance computing markets. With 1,862 MW of fully permitted and readily available power, Riot now ranks among the largest power-backed operators in the North American data-center ecosystem. This positions the company exceptionally well as compute demand accelerates across AI, cloud, and large-scale data workloads.

A key initiative within this transition is the Core & Shell development of the first two buildings at Riot’s Corsicana data-center campus, representing 112 MW of critical IT capacity. The company has already secured long-lead equipment and plans to mobilize construction in the first quarter of 2026. Riot has also expanded its footprint by acquiring an additional 67 acres adjacent to the original Corsicana location, supporting the development of the full 1-gigawatt approved power capacity. These steps reinforce Riot’s evolution into a diversified, large-scale data-center enterprise while it continues incremental investment into its digital-infrastructure buildout.

With demand for compute power outpacing global supply, Riot’s combination of vast power capacity, strategic land holdings, and early-stage development pipelines gives it a meaningful competitive advantage. Successfully securing leases with AI and cloud clients would shift Riot’s business mix toward more stable, recurring revenue streams. Coupled with its strong balance sheet, ample working capital and significant Bitcoin holdings, Riot is well positioned to capitalize on the unprecedented growth in data-center and AI infrastructure.

Estimates for COIN and RIOTThe Zacks Consensus Estimate for COIN’s 2025 revenues implies a 11.7% year-over-year increase, while that for EPS implies a 5.4% year-over-year increase.  EPS estimates have moved 14.4% north over the past 30 days.

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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for RIOT’s 2025 revenues implies a 74% increase, while that for EPS indicates a 164.7% year-over-year decrease. Loss estimates have improved over the past 30 days.

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Price Performance of COIN and RIOTCOIN shares have gained 6.7% year to date, while RIOT shares have rallied 46.5% in the same time. 

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Are COIN and RIOT Shares Expensive?Coinbase is trading at a forward 12-month price-to-earnings multiple of 43.7, below its median of 44.6 over the past three years. RIOT’s forward 12-month price-to-earnings multiple sits at -21.67, worse than its median of -18.82 over the past three years.

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ConclusionCoinbase benefits from a well-diversified revenue base that includes trading fees, staking, custodial services and derivatives, all bolstered by growing institutional demand. Its inclusion in the S&P 500, the acquisition of Deribit and significant involvement in USDC custody strengthen its regulatory standing and support its long-term strategic trajectory.

Riot is well poised due to its unique combination of large, readily available power capacity in high-demand regions, proven data-center leadership and development expertise, and a strong balance sheet supported by over 19,000 Bitcoin, $400 million in cash and robust capital-market access. Its large-scale, efficient mining operations generate substantial revenues and cash flow to fund data-center expansion, while its seasoned management and operational teams provide the experience needed to execute on this next phase of growth. However, RIOT stated that volatility in Bitcoin’s price or a steep rise in global mining difficulty could hurt mining profitability and shrink the value of its BTC holdings.

COIN and RIOT carry a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) each. However, COIN’s near-term growth prospects place it ahead of RIOT.

You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.