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SummaryUroGen Pharma is revisited after a previous Strong Buy rating, with UroGen having increased ~95% since then.The article reflects on UroGen's RTGel technology, which supports JELMYTO and ZUSDURI, its two FDA-approved products.JELMYTO has grown its revenues, but they are starting to taper off.ZUSDURI approved in 06/2025, with revenues expected to hold back until 01/2026, when its independent J-Code takes effect.Beginning in 2026, ZUSDURI revenue growth is expected to accelerate strongly as it grows to blockbuster. Thara Kulsubsuttra/iStock via Getty Images

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On Thursday, California-based Carmel Capital Partners disclosed in an SEC filing that it sold out its entire BSCQ position, an estimated $5.87 million trade.

What HappenedAccording to a regulatory filing released on Thursday, Carmel Capital Partners liquidated its full position in the Invesco BulletShares 2026 Corporate Bond ETF (BSCQ +0.08%) during the third quarter. The transaction involved selling 300,704 shares for an estimated $5.9 million. No BSCQ shares remain in the portfolio after this sale, per the filing.

What Else to KnowTop holdings after the filing:

NYSE:HD: $32.1 million (13.5% of AUM)NYSEMKT:USFR: $27.2 million (11.4% of AUM)NASDAQ:PLTR: $20.7 million (8.7% of AUM)NYSE:LEN: $12.6 million (5.3% of AUM)NYSEMKT:CLOZ: $5.7 million (2.4% of AUM)As of Friday's market close, BSCQ shares were priced at $19.57, up 0.75% year-over-year.

ETF OverviewMetricValueAUM$4.2 billionPrice (as of market close Friday)$19.571-year total return4.3%ETF SnapshotBSCQ's investment strategy focuses on tracking an index of U.S. dollar-denominated investment-grade corporate bonds maturing in 2026, aiming to provide a defined maturity profile for investors.The portfolio primarily consists of high-quality corporate bonds maturing or effectively maturing in 2026.The ETF is structured to be transparent and passively managed.Invesco BulletShares 2026 Corporate Bond ETF (BSCQ) offers investors targeted exposure to a diversified basket of investment-grade corporate bonds maturing in 2026.

Foolish TakeCarmel Capital Partners’ complete exit from the Invesco BulletShares 2026 Corporate Bond ETF (NASDAQ: BSCQ) marks a clear shift toward longer-dated and higher-yielding corporate credit exposure. The move fits within a broader repositioning of Carmel’s fixed-income strategy. Alongside the BSCQ sale, the firm also dumped BSCR and added sizable stakes in the Invesco BulletShares 2031 Corporate Bond ETF (BSCV) and Eldridge’s BBB B-rated Corporate Credit ETF (CLOZ), signaling a tactical shift from near-term maturities to higher-yield, and more flexible, longer-duration holdings.

For long-term investors, Carmel’s rotation underscores how as short-term ETFs like BSCQ mature, reinvestment into longer horizons can lock in yields while balancing risk. With defined-maturity ETFs such as BSCV providing clarity on duration and cash flow, Carmel appears to be positioning for a softer rate environment ahead.

Glossary13F assets under management (AUM): The total market value of securities reported by institutional investment managers in quarterly SEC 13F filings.
Liquidated: Sold off an entire investment position, converting holdings into cash.
Allocation: The percentage of a portfolio's total value assigned to a specific asset, sector, or investment.
Dividend yield: Annual dividends paid by an investment divided by its current price, shown as a percentage.
Total return: The investment's price change plus all dividends and distributions, assuming those payouts are reinvested.
Passively managed: An investment strategy aiming to replicate a market index rather than actively selecting securities.
Investment grade: Bonds rated as relatively low risk of default by credit rating agencies, typically BBB/Baa or higher.
Defined maturity profile: An investment approach where all holdings mature in or around a specific year, providing a set end date.
Transparent: Describes funds that fully disclose their holdings and investment strategies to investors.

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Here's how to get access to meme coins without wasting your money on speculative dreck.

It's time to forget about Dogecoin (DOGE 0.78%). The world's most popular meme coin is down 40% for the year and shows no signs of turning things around anytime soon. Dogecoin is down a stunning 74% from its all-time high from 2021.

The good news is that there is an alternative to Dogecoin that is actually a good long-term investment. This crypto is a clear beneficiary of internet meme culture, but you can buy and hold it for decades. This cryptocurrency is more than three times as large as Dogecoin in terms of market cap, and is up a whopping 23,000% since launching in 2020.

Yes, I'm talking about Solana (SOL 0.10%).

The blockchain for meme coins
At first glance, Solana might not seem to be a real alternative to Dogecoin. It's a smart contract blockchain network, similar to Ethereum (ETH 0.12%).

But here's the thing: Solana is the one blockchain that has become synonymous with meme coin mania. It's the place to go to mint new meme coins or swap old meme coins. When President Donald Trump wanted to mint a new meme coin earlier this year, he used Solana.

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Thanks to all of this new meme coin activity, the blockchain metrics for Solana are now off the charts. According to a new report from 21Shares, the Solana blockchain ecosystem posted nearly $3 billion in revenue over the most recent 12-month period.

Solana vs. Dogecoin
Admittedly, it's much more budget-friendly to buy Dogecoin. A single coin now trades for just 20 cents. By way of comparison, a single SOL will set you back $200.

But don't let that high price scare you off. New spot Solana ETFs are coming soon, and they could become a more budget-friendly way to invest in Solana without breaking the bank.

If you're looking to capture the upside from meme coins but want a long-term investment option, Solana is worth a closer look.

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SummaryU.S. equity markets posted mixed performance this week- while long-term yields jumped- after the Federal Reserve cut short-term rates for a second-straight meeting, but reigned in expectations for future cuts.Fed Chair Powell hawkishly pushed back on market expectations, saying that another cut in December was "far" from certain and highlighting "strongly differing views" within the committee.Market breadth was exceptionally narrow this past week as post-earnings gains from a handful of mega-cap technology stocks offset weekly declines from over 70% of the S&P 500 constituents.Real estate equities were also slammed this week despite a solid slate of REIT earnings results - with one glaring exception - as Chair Powell stifled the recent rate-related optimism.While nearly 75% of REITs raised their full-year earnings outlook, lab space REIT Alexandria plunged 25% after providing guidance indicating a 25% FFO dip in 2026 and warning of a potential dividend cut. william87/iStock via Getty Images

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Key NotesHBAR gains 3% in 24 hours, hitting $0.20 after ETF inflows surge.Canary’s HBAR ETF records $44 million in net inflows, leading altcoin peers.Falling wedge breakout pattern projects up to $0.50 if bullish momentum holds.
After closing October with a 13% loss, Hedera (HBAR) price dipped by another 3% in the last 24 hours, hitting $0.19 on November 2. As macro headwinds taper off, Hedera appears to be benefiting from $44 million ETF inflows, as institutional investors take on a bullish outlook on HBAR’s enterprise solution prospects.

Do Corporate Investors Prefer Hedera to Litecoin?
Canary’s HBAR ETF, trading on Nasdaq, was among the altcoin ETFs approved for trading on October 28, alongside Solana and Litecoin.

HBAR price surged to a 20-day peak of $0.21 during its listing day before retracing into the narrow range between $0.19 to $0.20. Historically, such major events often attract “sell-the-news” trades, as short-term speculators capitalize on the market euphoria to lock-in gain.

U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell further dampened risk-on momentum with recent comments downplaying expectations of a fourth rate cut in December and ongoing trade tensions with China.

Hedera (HBAR) price hits $0.19 and $8B market cap on November 2, 2025 | Source: Coinmarketcap

However, data from SoSoValue  shows that Canary’s HBAR ETF absorbed $44 million in total net inflows and amassed $45.93 million in net assets during its first trading week, from October 28 to October 31. In contrast, Litecoin’s ETF recorded a modest $719,970 in inflows and $1.64 million in assets.

Canary’s (HBR) Hedera ETF ($44M) vs Litecoin (LTCC) ETF ($719,970) first week netflows | Source: SosoValue

The stark disparity in Canary’s LTCC and HBR inflows reflect clear institutional preference, expressing a more bullish outlook on Hedera’s enterprise solutions over Litecoin’s payments-based utility.

Hedera takes an “enterprise-first” approach by engineering its network architecture and governance model to meet the high demands and compliance needs of large organizations. Hedera has notched key partnerships and collaborations with regulators and government agencies, including the United States Department of Defense, and Qatar Financial Centre (QFC)

Meanwhile, Litecoin continues to gain traction in global payments, with gaming platform Stake.com now accounting for 16% of daily LTC transactions according to recent reports.

Despite Hedera’s 3% price dip on Sunday, its market capitalization sits at $8 billion, having leapfrogged Litecoin’s $7.8 billion to become the 19th largest cryptocurrency, according to Coinmarketcap data.

HBAR Price Forecast: Falling Wedge Pattern Projects $0.50 Target
Hedera’s price appears poised for a potential 150% breakout according to a falling wedge pattern signal on the HBAR/USDT daily chart.

As seen below HBAR price is consolidating just below a key wedge resistance near $0.21, with the broader structure stretching back to early February. A decisive breakout above this resistance could confirm a long-term bullish reversal, validating the pattern’s projected 150% upside target toward $0.50.

Hedera (HBAR) technical price analysis, Nov 2, 2025 | TradingView

The 50-day SMA (yellow) currently trends near $0.20, acting as short-term support, while the 100-day (blue) and 200-day SMA (green) rest around $0.22 and $0.20, forming a compressed consolidation zone. This clustering of moving averages signals imminent volatility when HBAR price breaks in either direction.

Momentum indicators lean bullish, with the MACD line having just crossed above the signal line, suggesting building bullish momentum. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is trending downward to 53.6. Euphoria around the ETF approval verdict has cooled after recent profit-taking.

A decisive close above $0.21, which would validate a confirmed wedge breakout. Should this occur, analysts expect HBAR to target the $0.28 resistance first, followed by $0.35, before ultimately attempting to reach the pattern’s full extension near $0.50.

Conversely, failure to hold above the wedge’s mid-range support at $0.18, could expose HBAR to a pullback toward $0.15.

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While many were expecting bitcoin prices to blow up during October, as they had during the previous seven years, BTC failed to follow through. Although the leading cryptocurrency reached record highs, it also fell as low as $104K, enduring one of its harshest liquidation events.

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1️⃣ House of Doge has acquired a majority stake in Italian football club US Triestina Calcio 1918 to boost Dogecoin’s real-world presence.

2️⃣ The team’s kits and stadium will now feature the Dogecoin logo, with plans to introduce $DOGE payments for tickets, merchandise, and concessions.

3️⃣ As Dogecoin gains mainstream visibility, investors are eyeing Maxi Doge ($MAXI) as the next 1000x crypto to ride the upcoming $DOGE wave.

The world’s biggest meme coin, Dogecoin, is having a rough year, losing over 40% in the first ten months of 2025.

Has Dogecoin fallen out of favor with meme coin enthusiasts, or is it just waiting for one good push before revealing its true potential?

Well, House of Doge – the official corporate arm of the Dogecoin Foundation – has done something that might just trigger the next Dogecoin rally.

Under this arrangement, the club will feature the Dogecoin motif on the front of its official match shirts – for the remainder of the 2025/26 season and all of the 2026/27 campaign.

We see sport as one of the most powerful platforms for accelerating Dogecoin adoption. By becoming the largest equity holder of US Triestina Calcio 1918, House of Doge is…setting the stage for Dogecoin to be integrated into everyday culture – from payments to partnerships to global fan experiences.

Imagine the Dogecoin logo appearing in every single match photo and TV shot of a major football club! That would surely boost its visibility and give it the hype trigger it needs to bark loudly again.

Plus, branding on t-shirts and match kits is just one part of the deal. The broader plan is to test $DOGE as a payment option for tickets, merchandise, and other concessions.

Although the exact terms of how this Dogecoin-based financial system will be rolled out remain unclear, the companies involved are keen on making $DOGE more than just a representative of the meme coin space – they want to turn it into an actual payments token with practical uses and global acceptance.

Here’s the kicker now: With Dogecoin primed for mainstream visibility and potentially a new wave of investors, it could be the catalyst behind the next surge of dog-themed meme coins.

Of course, you don’t want to discount $DOGE itself; it’s still a solid investment.

However, due to the token’s maturity, it’s now very difficult to deliver 1,000% rallies like we saw in 2017 and 2021. By the way, this is also what we’re seeing with Bitcoin.

That doesn’t mean you have to miss out on those kinds of true ‘crypto-like’ returns.

This is why backing another Doge-themed altcoin that’s still under the radar and yet to hit the mainstream could be a very smart move. Enter Maxi Doge ($MAXI).

Maxi Doge is Dogecoin on Steroids
Maxi Doge isn’t one to shy away from its true nature. It proudly admits that it has no underlying utility or game-changing roadmap.

That said, the mission it carries is what’s attracting investors and making $MAXI one of the best crypto presales of 2025.

Maxi and Doge go a long way back. In fact, according to Maxi, they belong to the same family and are distant cousins.

Now, because of Dogecoin’s early success and fun-loving vibe, he stole away all the limelight from his younger cousin Maxi, who then had to spend his childhood in loneliness.

And that exact hurt is what’s driving $MAXI to challenge his elder cousin’s dominance in the meme coin space.

He doesn’t just want to become the next 1000x crypto – he wants to outperform Dogecoin and, for once, make him feel what he felt – but this time on a much larger scale, stealing attention from investors and traders alike.

That’s also why Maxi Doge became everything Dogecoin is not.

Compared to Dogecoin’s slim arms and cutesy aura, Maxi Doge is built like the Hulk, with protein shakes and caffeine in his veins, embodying the true spirit of a degen crypto trader, eyes red from staring at charts day and night.

Decoding Maxi Doge’s Master Plan
Maxi Doge’s developers have hit the nail on the head when it comes to knowing what it takes to become a top-trending crypto.

That’s why they’ve reserved a whopping 40% of $MAXI’s total token supply for marketing purposes.

This includes PR pushes, social media campaigns, and high-ticket influencer collaborations, all aimed at spreading Maxi Doge’s gym-bro humor across the crypto landscape.

On top of that, $MAXI also plans to offer several community benefits. These include holder-only weekly trading events, complete with engaging competitions and leaderboard prizes.

Then there’s Maxi’s ambition to list on futures platforms. This fired-up ‘dawg’ doesn’t want to settle for just CEX and DEX listings.

By making itself available on the futures derivatives market, $MAXI wants to go toe-to-toe with Dogecoin in every possible arena.

Not to mention, this will allow degen meme coin traders to use $MAXI as the perfect tool for their leveraged bets.

Buy $MAXI’s Presale for Maximum Gains
Maxi Doge’s biggest selling point is that it’s a low-cap coin, giving you the chance to get positioned before what could turn out be a 2017-Dogecoin-like rally.

Currently in presale, $MAXI has already attracted over $3.87M from early investors who, credit to its absurd yet amusing mission, are backing this token to become the next crypto to explode.

📚 Is this your first time buying a meme coin in presale? Check out our guide on how to buy $MAXI in four simple steps.

Right now, one $MAXI token is available for just $0.000266. And according to our $MAXI price prediction:

The token could hit a high of $0.0058 by the end of 2026, delivering a massive 2,000% ROI from current levels.
But if you’re in it for the long haul, you’ll be glad to know that $MAXI could reach $0.01 by 2030 – a gobsmacking 3,600% return potentially on the cards.

Disclaimer: Kindly do your own research before investing, as crypto is highly volatile and unpredictable. This article is not financial advice.

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XRP saw a surge in new users on the network, which enables potential for a recovery in the upcoming week on the market.

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Data indicates that the number of newly activated accounts doubled in a matter of days, indicating a dramatic on-chain surge in new user activity on XRP's network. Almost 9,900 new accounts were registered by XRP on Oct. 30, which was one of the biggest single-day increases in months.

XRP payments skyrocketAlthough the underlying cause is still unknown, this spike is consistent with an increase in transactional activity and payment volume throughout the network, suggesting a resurgence of user interest. On-chain data shows that on Nov. 1, the number of payments between accounts exceeded 1 million, and the payment volume increased to more than 1.2 billion XRP.

XRP/USDT Chart by TradingViewIncreased network utility is usually indicated by such synchronized growth in both new accounts and transaction volume, indicating that new users are actively transacting rather than merely speculating. Technically, this fundamental increase has only slightly affected XRP’s price. After weeks of declining pressure, the token now trades at about $2.52, forming a mildly rising structure.

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XRP EMAs lockedThe 100-day and 200-day moving averages are located at $2.70-$2.80, where the chart displays a distinct ascending support line with resistance. A break above these could lead to $3.00, but if the upward momentum is not sustained, there is a chance of another decline toward $2.35.

It is still unclear what’s driving this network-wide renaissance. It might be an indication of fresh institutional testing of Ripple’s international payment options, especially in advance of possible regulatory clarification. Alternatively, it might be the result of retail users getting back involved following XRP’s protracted underperformance in comparison to other significant assets.

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But sustainability is still the crucial issue, in spite of these positive on-chain spikes. Long-term growth is not assured by a sudden spike in new accounts or payment volume, particularly if it is not followed by consistent retention and liquidity inflows.

As of right now, the technical picture encourages cautious optimism, and XRP’s fundamentals show a glimmer of life. If this increase in users turns out to be real rather than fleeting, it may signal the start of new ecosystem expansion and possibly the beginning of a more robust recovery phase for XRP.

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The long wait for XRP exchange-traded funds (ETFs) is nearly over. Both Bitwise and Canary Capital have filed the final updates required for their spot XRP ETFs, setting up a mid-November launch that could reshape the crypto ETF landscape.

According to the latest SEC filings, Canary Capital’s XRP ETF is set to go live around November 13–14, while Bitwise’s ETF will follow a few days later, between November 19–20. These dates are based on a 20-day countdown that automatically triggers after removing the SEC’s “delay amendment,” a process accelerated by the recent government shutdown.

With at least seven issuers preparing XRP ETFs, analysts say the race is on to capture the first round of institutional demand for Ripple’s native asset.

Solana’s Breakout Adds Pressure on XRP IssuersThe XRP filings follow a surprising twist in the ETF market. Last week, Bitwise’s Solana ETF (BSOL) became the number one crypto ETF in the U.S. by inflows, recording an impressive $417 million—beating both BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) and Ethereum’s ETH ETFs combined.

Futures and Spot ETFs: Why XRP’s Timing MattersWhile futures-based crypto ETFs have existed for years, spot ETFs are seen as the real milestone because they’re physically backed by the asset. For XRP, this means actual tokens will be held to support each share, tightening supply and potentially driving price demand.

The growing interest in altcoin ETFs, from Litecoin and Hedera (HBAR), shows how quickly institutional crypto products are expanding beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum.

But for XRP, the moment carries special weight. After years of legal battles and skepticism, Ripple’s token could finally gain the institutional recognition many investors have been waiting for.

What Happens NextIf all goes as expected, November 2025 will mark the official arrival of spot XRP ETFs on Wall Street. Canary Capital’s product will likely be first to launch, followed closely by Bitwise and other issuers once they file their final amendments.

For XRP, this isn’t just another listing. It’s a long-awaited validation moment that could cement its role in institutional portfolios and signal a new phase of competition among crypto ETFs.

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Ethereum traders are bracing for potential volatility after data revealed that the network's funding rate has turned negative for the first time in weeks. According to on-chain analytics platform Santiment, short positions now dominate the Ethereum derivatives market, hinting that traders have grown increasingly bearish — a condition that could ironically trigger a sharp rebound.

Solana-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are seeing a steady wave of investor demand, marking their fourth consecutive day of inflows amid what analysts are calling a “capital rotation” away from Bitcoin and Ethereum. This shift highlights how traders are diversifying their portfolios toward high-growth altcoin opportunities as Bitcoin and Ether consolidate following months of strong gains.

Zcash is back in the spotlight. The privacy-focused cryptocurrency, built on zero-knowledge proofs, has seen its price skyrocket from $50 to $420 in just weeks. Now, Electric Coin Co. (ECC)—the team behind Zcash and its Zashi wallet—is rolling out an ambitious roadmap for the final quarter of 2025, aiming to make private swaps smoother, wallet security tighter, and user experience more refined.

What’s in ECC’s Q4 2025 Roadmap?ECC’s fourth-quarter roadmap outlines four main priorities designed to boost privacy, usability, and transparency in Zcash’s evolving ecosystem. The key initiatives include:

Ephemeral addresses for every swap: Each ZEC swap using the multichain NEAR Intents protocol will generate a new temporary address, making it harder to trace transactions and improving overall privacy.Automatic transparent address generation: A new transparent address will be created each time funds are received, minimizing address reuse and improving anonymity.Hardware wallet improvements: Keystone hardware wallet users will gain the ability to resync their devices more easily.Multisig wallet support: ECC will add Pay-to-Script-Hash (P2SH) multisig wallet functionality in Keystone, and use one such wallet to manage developer funds more securely.ECC’s statement summed it up clearly: their focus this quarter is on “reducing technical debt, improving privacy and usability for Zashi users, and ensuring smooth dev fund management.”

Why This Roadmap Matters for Zcash UsersZcash’s identity has always been about privacy, but balancing privacy with usability has been a constant challenge. The Q4 updates aim to close that gap. By introducing ephemeral addresses and automated address generation, ECC is tackling the long-standing issue of address reuse that can undermine user anonymity.

The move to enhance hardware wallet compatibility, particularly for Keystone users, signals ECC’s push toward more reliable self-custody solutions—a vital part of privacy-focused ecosystems.

Zcash’s Explosive Growth and Market ShiftZcash isn’t just evolving technically—it’s dominating the market again. The token’s price surge to $412 according to CryptoTicker Zcash Price page marks a massive comeback, with its market capitalization recently overtaking that of Monero, another major privacy coin.

This price rally parallels a boom in the token’s shielded supply. According to ZecHub, over 4.1 million tokens are now held within Zcash’s Orchard privacy protocol, the latest version of its zero-knowledge system. Most of that growth happened after mid-September, showing renewed confidence in private transactions.

The Bigger PictureECC’s roadmap builds on earlier milestones this year, like Zashi’s decentralized off-ramp for shielded ZEC (launched August 28) and the decentralized on-ramp (“Swaps”) released October 1. After temporarily disabling the Coinbase on-ramp over privacy concerns, ECC is now doubling down on fully private and decentralized alternatives.

The combination of technical improvements and a strong market rebound paints a clear picture: Zcash is positioning itself as the leading privacy coin for the next generation of Web3 transactions.

If ECC delivers on its Q4 roadmap, Zcash could cement its reputation as the most user-friendly privacy coin on the market—without sacrificing the cryptographic rigor it’s known for. In an era of increasing surveillance and centralized control, that’s exactly the kind of project the crypto world needs right now.

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Quick Facts:

1️⃣ $BSOL and $GSOL have recorded nearly $200M in inflows within a week of launch, marking one of the strongest ETF debuts in crypto history.

2️⃣ The massive investor interest signals confidence in crypto’s long-term potential, with recent sideways action likely just a healthy consolidation phase.

3️⃣ Now’s the time to look at the best altcoins to buy, like $HYPER, $PEPENODE, and $TRUMP.

The first-ever staking-enabled spot Solana ETFs from Bitwise ($BSOL) and Grayscale ($GSOL) launched within a day of each other last week and have taken the market by absolute storm.

Put together, they’ve recorded nearly $200M in inflows since launch, and that doesn’t even include their seed capital.

That said, it’s worth mentioning that $BSOL, which launched on October 28, a day prior to Grayscale’s $GSOL, currently dominates this two-player party with over $197M in net inflows.

$BSOL, by the way, pulled in a staggering $69.5M in inflows on its very first day, making it the biggest crypto ETF launch since Ethereum.

What a week for $BSOL, besides the big volume, it led all crypto ETPs by a country mile in weekly flows with +$417m. It also ranked it 16th in overall flows for the week. Big time debut – Bloomberg Senior ETF Analyst Eric Balchunas

According to Eric Balchunas, the fact that $GSOL launched a day after $BSOL caused it to lose some steam, as investors poured into the first available opportunity.

Even so, $GSOL’s $2.2M in cumulative net inflows is impressive, especially considering it carries a higher 0.35% fee, compared to 0.2% for $BSOL.

Such strong investor interest in a product that makes crypto more accessible to the public is a clear sign that there is undoubtedly huge demand for these tokens.

This also means that despite the last few weeks of sideways action across the crypto landscape – whether that’s Solana, Bitcoin, or Ethereum – it’s only a bump in the road.

In all likelihood, it’s a healthy consolidation phase where crypto is resting and gathering steam before its next major rally.

Now, if you want to get positioned before the larger bullish trend resumes, consider investing in low-cap, under-the-radar altcoins that could 10x, 100x, or even 1000x your investment.

Here are our top three suggestions for the best altcoins to buy now.

1. Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) – Bringing Real-World Utility to Bitcoin with Solana-Like Speed
Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) allows you to ride Bitcoin’s foray into real-world utility and potentially make life-changing returns in the process.

That’s because $HYPER is building a new Layer-2 solution that will bring Solana-like speeds, low fees, and Web3 support to Bitcoin.

It will do so by integrating the Solana Virtual Machine (SVM), which will empower $HYPER to execute thousands of transactions simultaneously, as long as they’re unrelated.

On top of that, developers on Bitcoin will also be able to use $HYPER to build smart contracts and decentralized applications, finally opening the door to Web3 and DeFi on Bitcoin.

So, if you buy Bitcoin Hyper, you’ll be able to access high-speed DeFi trading apps, DAOs, governance, lending, staking, swapping, and gaming dApps on Bitcoin – without having to leave Bitcoin’s secure environment.

It’s worth noting that a non-custodial canonical bridge will power seamless interaction between Bitcoin’s Layer-1 and Hyper’s Layer-2 networks.

It’ll lock your original Bitcoin and mint an equivalent amount of Layer-2 compatible tokens, allowing you to seamlessly access the SVM-powered Web3.

The best part? Bitcoin Hyper is currently in presale, which means you can grab it for a super low price of $0.013205.

And according to our $HYPER price prediction, those who get in now could make a staggering 1,400% ROI by the end of 2026.

2. PepeNode ($PEPENODE) – Unique Mine-to-Earn Cryptocurrency Project

PepeNode ($PEPENODE) is offering a never-before-seen way to engage in crypto mining. Its gamified mining ecosystem, albeit virtual, offers real rewards.

All you have to do is buy $PEPENODE tokens, furnish the empty virtual server room you get with meme nodes, and create the perfect mining setup to rank as high as possible on PepeNode’s mining leaderboard.

When PepeNode’s TGE (token generation event) completes and its virtual mining simulator goes live, rewards in the form of free $PEPENODE, $PEPE, and $FARTCOIN tokens will be distributed to the top players on the leaderboard.

The best part about PepeNode is that, unlike traditional crypto mining, it’s extremely affordable and doesn’t require any technical know-how to get started.

The only caveat is that you’ll need to experiment with different combinations of meme nodes, since each one carries unique characteristics, mining capabilities, and compatibility factors.

Currently in presale, PepeNode has already raised over $2M from early investors, with each token priced at just $0.0011272.

Based on our $PEPENODE price prediction, a $100 investment today could turn into $642 by the end of 2026, and potentially $2,300 by the end of 2030.

3. OFFICIAL TRUMP ($TRUMP) – Donald Trump’s Personal Meme Coin Preparing for a Leg Up

OFFICIAL TRUMP ($TRUMP) absolutely skyrocketed immediately after listing, coming from nowhere to become the 5th biggest meme coin in the world.

However, since then, Donald Trump’s declining popularity among market participants, largely due to his tariff wars, has led to a steady decline in $TRUMP’s price.

Now though, in light of the U.S.’s latest trade deal with China and Donald Trump’s pro-crypto moves, most notably his pardoning of the hyper-popular Binance founder CZ, a strong revival has taken place in his own meme coin, which is now up over 40% in the last 10 days.

Most importantly, $TRUMP has now broken out of a long-drawn downward-sloping resistance line and looks primed for a strong rally – one that could take it to around $24, representing a massive 220% gain from current levels.

Fancy some PolitFi meme coin action? Buy $TRUMP on Binance today.

Recap: With spot Solana ETFs posting record-breaking inflow numbers, the stage is set for low-cap coins to ride the trend. Top choices include Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER), PepeNode ($PEPENODE), and OFFICIAL TRUMP ($TRUMP).

Disclaimer: Invest in crypto only after doing your own research. The market is highly volatile and unpredictable. None of the above information is financial advice.

Authored by Krishi Chowdhary, Bitcoinist – https://bitcoinist.com/best-altcoins-to-buy-us-spot-solana-etfs-see-200m-inflows-first-week

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Dogecoin’s latest two-week chart analysis suggests the cryptocurrency could be gearing up for a new explosive rally. According to trader and market analyst Trader Tardigrade, the Relative Strength Index (RSI) for Dogecoin has settled at levels similar to those seen before price rallies in the past two years or so. 

This technical observation is based on Dogecoin’s steady uptrend along a long-standing support line since 2023 and points to its price action currently being in a possible early stage of accumulation before another leg upward.

Dogecoin RSI Now Showing Pre-Breakout Signals
The RSI is an indicator that has consistently aligned with Dogecoin’s strongest rallies in this cycle. According to the current 2-week candlestick setup shared by Trader Tardigrade, the RSI is currently trading stable within the same low range that has preceded Dogecoin’s previous upward rises since 2023. 

Each of the three major RSI dips, as shown on the price chart below, has coincided with price retests of the red ascending trendline. This event is notable because the first two dips were followed by significant upward movements in the Dogecoin price. Right now, the present RSI position is at its third dip, and it can be inferred that the meme coin may once again be approaching a launch point similar to those that led to past price surges.

The long-term support trendline drawn from mid-2023 has acted as a reliable price base for Dogecoin’s recovery cycles. Price action has tested this line multiple times without breaking below it, and this has led to the creation of higher highs and higher lows. 

Dogecoin 2W Candlestick Price Chart. Source: Trader Tardigrade On X

Although Dogecoin broke below the trendline in the middle of October, this breakdown was very brief with a long wick. Based on Dogecoin’s price action in October, the most recent interaction with this trendline is just above $0.17. This latest interaction has been highlighted with stability above this price level, and this is another early sign of technical strength.

DOGEUSD currently trading at $0.18. Chart: TradingView
What To Expect If The Pattern Holds
If this recurring structure between RSI and price maintains its consistency, Dogecoin could be about to embark on its third notable bullish run since early 2024. The most possible scenario is another rally that plays out over multiple weeks, as seen in the past two rallies.

The last rally saw the Dogecoin price just around $0.5 in December 2024. Therefore, another rally from this point will see the creation of another higher high above $0.5 at least. The projection within the analyst’s chart, which is based on how the last rally plays out, points to a target around $0.8.

At the time of writing, Dogecoin is trading at $0.1877, up by 0.5% in the past 24 hours. Reaching $0.8 will translate to new all-time highs and a 228% increase from the current price level. 

As long as the RSI holds its current base and the price stays above the ascending support, the sentiment surrounding Dogecoin may gradually shift from consolidation to rally alongside the rest of the crypto market.

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Elon Musk, the Tesla billionaire whose electric car company holds more than $1 billion worth of bitcoin, has again warned the U.S. is hurtling toward bankruptcy (just as U.S Treasury secretary Scott Bessent issued a surprise bitcoin endorsement).

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Musk, who has set crypto alarm bells ringing by moving some of the near-$1 billion worth of bitcoin he also controls via his rocket company SpaceX, helped U.S. president Donald Trump back into the White House last year with his dire warnings of imminent financial catastrophe.

Now, as traders brace for the “mother of all” Federal Reserve pivots, Musk has warned it’s not possible to solve the U.S. debt crisis without growing the economy at a fantastic pace—something that bitcoin supporters think will blow up the bitcoin price.

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Forbes‘This Is A Signal’—U.S. Treasury Secretary Sparks Wild Bitcoin Speculation As Traders Brace For Price ShockBy Billy Bambrough

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Tesla billionaire Elon Musk, the founder of Tesla and SpaceX, has warned the U.S. is heading for bankruptcy—something many bitcoin supporters think could turbo-charge the bitcoin price.

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“It would be accurate to say that even unless you could go like super draconian … on cutting waste waste and fraud which you can’t really do in a democratic country then …. there’s no way to solve the the the debt crisis,” Musk told podcaster Joe Rogan.

U.S. debt has skyrocketed in recent years following huge government spending through the Covid-era and lockdowns, with interest rates that were rapidly hiked to rein in inflation adding to the cost of servicing the ballooning $38 trillion U.S. debt pile.

“The interest on a national debt is bigger than the entire the entire military budget and growing. This is crazy,” Musk told Rogan during their marathon three-hour conversation.

Musk, who joined the Trump administration via his Doge department of government efficiency, dramatically fell out with president Donald Trump earlier this year over Trump’s signature tax and spend bill that’s expected to add trillions of dollars to the national debt over the next decade.

Musk then confirmed speculation his new America Party would adopt bitcoin, calling the U.S. dollar and other so-called fiat currencies that aren’t backed by assets, “hopeless.”

However, Musk appears to have since all-but given up on the idea of preventing the U.S. from falling into “bankruptcy” via cost-cutting.

“Even if you implement all these savings, you’re only delaying the day of reckoning for when America becomes goes bankrupt,” Musk said. “I came to the conclusion that the only way that the only way to get us out of the debt crisis and to prevent America from going bankrupt is AI and robotics. We need to grow the economy at a rate that allows us to pay off our debt."

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Forbes‘Get Ready’—Countdown To The ‘Mother-Of-All’ Fed Pivots Begins As The Bitcoin Price Suddenly SoarsBy Billy Bambrough

The bitcoin price has rocketed higher over the last few years, rising along with the soaring U.S. debt pile.

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The spiraling U.S. debt pile topped $38 trillion last month, up, $500 billion in October alone, according to analysts with The Kobeissi Letter.

“It is a horrible, no good situation,” Anthony Pompliano, a bitcoin and crypto influencer and the chief executive of Professional Capital Management, wrote in an emailed note.

“The only thing I know to do is opt-out of the broken system with some portion of my economic value. The higher the national debt goes, the higher bitcoin will go. And it doesn’t appear either of them will stop any time soon.”

On Sunday, Nov. 2, bitcoin is coasting along at $110,896 to $111,087 over the past 60 minutes, securing a market cap of $2.21 trillion and churning out a 24-hour trading volume of $32.63 billion. The intraday price range flirted between $109,713 and $111,129, teasing breakout watchers but ultimately keeping its cards close to the vest.

Compounding dividends can lead to life-changing returns.

It can be fun to bet on small, speculative growth stocks to make quick bucks in the market. But if you want to sleep easier at night, look for well-established, dividend-paying companies that can give you a reliable income for years or even decades into the future.

Let's explore some reasons why Realty Income Corporation (O +0.59%) and Phillip Morris International (PM 0.99%) could make excellent long-term buys.

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Income Realty Corporation
It is often said that real estate is one of the most reliable investments because everyone needs a place to live and do business, and the world isn't making any new land -- unless, of course, the Arctic melts or something. That said, betting on this industry can be challenging because of issues like property taxes, repairs, and bad tenants. Real estate investment trusts (REITs) like Realty Income Corp allow investors to bypass these challenges while getting exposure to the upside.

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The company holds a diversified portfolio of commercial real estate assets, boasting a significant allocation to relatively safe industries like grocery stores, dollars stores, and auto repair shops, which can maintain demand even in a bad economy. This characteristic can make the company's operations somewhat recession-resistant, which is a crucial advantage in this increasingly uncertain economy.

Realty Income further boosts its safety through triple-net leases where the tenant is responsible for property-level operating costs like property taxes, insurance, and maintenance. This strategy helps protect Realty Income from inflation while making its revenue streams more predictable long term.

With a forward price-to-earnings (P/E) multiple of 37, Realty Income trades at a sharp premium to the S&P 500 average of 22. But you get what you pay for, and the company's size and track record make it stand out from smaller, less established alternatives. Realty Income sweetens the deal with a market-trouncing dividend yield of 5.5%, which it has managed to increase 131 times since its initial public offering (IPO) in 1994.

Phillip Morris International
It may seem hard to believe now, but during the mid-20th century, the tobacco industry generated explosive cumulative growth, akin to big tech today. While those days of heady expansion are over (mainly because of regulation and increasing health consciousness), the industry is still a cash cow because of its relatively low costs, brand stickiness, and addictive nature. Phillip Morris aims to future-proof its business through an aggressive pivot to alternative forms of nicotine.

As of the third quarter, smoke-free products accounted for a whopping 41% ($4.4 billion) of Phillip Morris's net revenue. And this side of the business enjoys encouraging growth drivers from Iqos, its proprietary heated tobacco platform. The recent acquisition of Swedish Match further strengthens Phillip Morris's position in the smoke-free segment and has expanded its global distribution network, especially in the U.S. market.

With a forward price-to-earnings (P/E) multiple of 18.8, Phillip Morris shares trade at a reasonable valuation, which is a big plus for fundamentals-focused investors because it leaves room for future growth. And when it comes to dividends, the company also stands out with a dividend yield of 4.01% compared to the S&P 500 average of just 1.13%.

Don't underestimate compounding returns
It can be tempting to hunt for the next explosive stock that promises to make you a millionaire overnight. But volatility is usually a two-way street. And over the long term, the stock market has averaged a yearly return of 10% despite all the ups and downs. With that in mind, investors can benefit from buy-and-forget stocks built to stand the test of time.

With dividend yields of 5.6% and 4% annually, Realty Income Corporation and Phillip Morris International take you halfway to the market's average return, while also offering significant potential for capital appreciation because of their stable, recession-resistant business models.

The problem with bubbles is you never know when they will pop or how long the fallout will linger.

Investment bubbles have distinct phases, with the last one being the most painful. Indeed, the excitement can get so fevered that a bubble's collapse can be deep and even take the entire market down along with it. It looks like artificial intelligence (AI) may be a building bubble, with Nvidia (NVDA 0.20%) the poster child for the technology.

Will Nvidia be a safe bet even if the AI bubble deflates?

What does a bubble look like?
Broadly speaking, there are five different phases to an investment bubble. Using artificial intelligence as the example here, displacement was when the new technology came on the scene. The boom has been taking place, as investors rush in to buy AI-related stocks, bidding up their prices. Euphoria is the next stage, which is when investors start to make irrational decisions in the belief that AI-related stocks can only go up.

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It's worthwhile to take a quick pause here, because there are very clear signs that AI is in this stage. An example is Opendoor Technologies (OPEN +5.86%), which had fallen into penny stock land not too long ago. It was even forced to plan a reverse stock split to regain compliance with exchange listing rules. At least, until the company brought in a new CEO who just so happened to talk about using AI to turn the house-flipping company's fortunes around.

Despite nothing at all having actually been changed at the company when he talked about using AI, the stock skyrocketed just on the incoming CEO's comments. That's the type of thing that happens when a bubble is in the euphoria stage.

The fourth stage of a bubble is the peak. It is hard to know when this comes along, but it sounds like what it is. Stock prices reach a point where investors start to question whether the good times can continue, and a few start to take profits. That is often, sometimes quickly, followed by the final stage of collapse. This is when the rest of the market follows the early money out the door, and stock prices plunge.

At this point, AI hasn't reached stages four and five, with stage four being more of a point in time than an actual lengthened period of time.

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Nvidia is at the core of the AI revolution with its high-tech computer chips in high demand. They are the "brains" that power AI. AI will always need high-powered chips, so it may seem reasonable to think that Nvidia can weather the AI bubble popping. That's not likely.

The problem with bubbles is that investors get so excited that they are willing to buy just about anything and pay just about any price. Still, you could easily argue that Nvidia's valuation isn't outlandish right now, perhaps highlighting that the stock's price-to-earnings ratio is actually below its five-year average. That fact probably won't matter when the peak is reached and the bubble collapses. That's because in the collapse, investors will sell anything related to AI just to get out of the investment theme.

Greed pumps the bubble up and fear deflates it. But as is so often true on Wall Street, these emotions swing the pendulum to the extreme. And even good businesses lose massive amounts of value that can take decades to rebuild.

Take Cisco Systems (CSCO +0.27%) as an example. The dot.com bubble burst at the turn of the century. Some 25 years later, the stock still hasn't regained its peak valuation. Even if Nvidia avoids that outcome, it is highly unlikely it will be able to sidestep the AI collapse that will happen when the bubble finally deflates. In fact, given the increasing importance of AI-related stocks to the performance of the broader market, Wall Street will be lucky if it avoids a deep and painful bear market.

To put a number on that, Nvidia, Apple (AAPL 0.31%), and Microsoft (MSFT 1.51%) make up 21% of the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC). That's just three of the 500 or so stocks in the index, and they all have an AI component to them. Technology, meanwhile, accounts for nearly 35% of assets. If AI goes south, it is unlikely that Nvidia will avoid the pain, and it is highly likely that there will be a bear market, too.

There's no way to know when the bubble bursts
The big problem here is that there's no way to know when the AI bubble will burst. Bubbles have a habit of lasting longer than you believe possible. If you own Nvidia and have large profits in the stock, the best course of action may be to simply take some money off the table by selling a portion of your position. That way, you lock in some gains but still allow yourself the opportunity to participate if the stock keeps rising.

Just prepare yourself for the bubble bursting, which could come at any time and happen very, very quickly.

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The semiconductor bellwether's latest quarterly report points toward a bright future and the potential for more upside in the coming year.

ASML Holding (ASML 1.49%) is one of the most important companies in the global semiconductor supply chain. It makes the machines that help chipmakers and foundries print advanced chips that power several artificial intelligence (AI)-focused applications, ranging from data centers to smartphones to computers to cars, among other things.

The Dutch company has clocked respectable gains of 49% on the stock market in the past year, though it is worth noting that almost all of those gains have arrived in the past three months. ASML stock struggled for traction last year owing to various factors such as the ban on the sale of its machines to China, followed by the tariff-fueled trade war and the slower-than-expected recovery in certain semiconductor niches.

However, the stock has picked up impressive momentum of late thanks to its improving 2026 outlook. But will it be able to sustain this trajectory over the next year?

ASML is now confident of achieving growth in 2026
ASML stock took a big hit a year ago after the company's guidance for 2025 disappointed investors. The chip bellwether said its revenue for this year would land between 30 billion euros and 35 billion euros, which was the lower half of its original guidance range of 30 billion euros to 40 billion euros.

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Again, investors were spooked earlier this year when ASML said it couldn't "confirm" if it would report growth in 2026. Management's cautiousness was driven by macroeconomic and geopolitical concerns, which can be attributed to tariff-related concerns. However, ASML changed its tone when it released its third-quarter results recently.

The company stated in its press release that it "does not expect 2026 total net sales to be below 2025." That's not surprising, as ASML has witnessed a nice pickup in the value of orders it received last quarter. Its net bookings, which refer to system sales orders for which the company has received written authorizations, came in at 5.4 billion euros last quarter. That was a major improvement over the year-ago period's bookings of 2.6 billion euros.

It is worth noting that two-thirds of ASML's bookings were for its extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography systems last quarter, coming in at 3.6 billion euros. That's a massive leap from the year-ago period, when ASML received 1.4 billion euros worth of orders for its EUV machines.

It is easy to see why the demand for the company's EUV systems has shot up remarkably. These machines enable chipmakers and foundries to manufacture advanced chips using small process nodes below 7 nanometers (nm). The chips that are being used in AI data centers, smartphones, and computers are all manufactured on process nodes measuring 3nm to 5nm in size.

That's the reason why foundry giant TSMC, which is one of ASML's customers, got 60% of its Q3 revenue from fabricating 3nm and 5nm chips for its customers. Another point worth noting is that 87% of TSMC's revenue last quarter came from selling chips for high-performance computing and smartphone applications.

The good part is that both of these markets are on track to grow nicely in 2026. Market research firm Gartner forecasts an increase of 51% in shipments of generative AI smartphones next year. Meanwhile, Citigroup is now expecting AI infrastructure capital spending by big tech companies to hit $490 billion in 2026, compared to its prior estimate of $420 billion.

That would be a big increase over 2025's estimated big tech capital expenditures of $364 billion. This heavy spending is going to be a tailwind for ASML as it is likely to receive more orders for advanced chipmaking equipment. In fact, TSMC pointed out on its latest earnings call that 70% of its $41 billion capital spending for 2025 will be directed at advanced process nodes.

As such, it won't be surprising to see ASML eventually upgrading its guidance for 2026 in the coming months.

Investors can expect the stock to head higher in the coming year
ASML's median 12-month price target is $1,140, as per 40 analysts who cover the stock. That points toward a potential jump of 7% from current levels. Consensus estimates are projecting an increase of just 5% in ASML's earnings in 2026, which would be a step down from its estimated 2025 earnings growth of 28%.

But then, investors should note that 17 analysts have raised their earnings expectations for 2026 in the past month. The company's improving order inflow and the solid spending that's expected on AI chips used in data centers and other devices next year should allow ASML to continue building its momentum and clock stronger growth than what analysts are expecting.

So, don't be surprised to see ASML exceeding its 12-month price target in the next year, which is why it would be a good idea to continue holding this AI stock in anticipation of more upside.

GM's EV sales could take a hit in Q4, but a cheap stock price and decent dividend should keep GM stock safe.

In case you hadn't heard, General Motors (GM +0.61%) had a fabulous third quarter.

Non-GAAP (adjusted) earnings came in well above expectations, and sales, while down 0.3% year over year, also topped forecasts from Wall Street analysts. GM scored $48.6 billion in total sales for the quarter, and then raised guidance for the rest of this year.

GM sold 710,000 vehicles in the U.S. in Q3 -- the best result of any automaker. Year to date, sales are up 20% year over year at 2.2 million vehicles. All things considered, "no one is in a stronger position for a changing U.S. market than GM," according to GM North American President Duncan Aldred.

And part of the reason for that is the Chevrolet Equinox electric SUV.

Introducing GM's most successful EV
Excluding only models from Tesla, GM's Chevy Equinox has become "the best-selling EV in the U.S.," says electric cars news site Electrek. The Equinox EV has real sales momentum, scoring more than 25,000 sales in Q3 alone -- nearly as many as it sold in Q1 and Q2 combined.

Partly, this was a function of EV shoppers rushing to place their orders before the federal government shut down its EV income tax credit at the end of the quarter. But it's also a function of the vehicle's quality. As Electrek points out, the Equinox EV boasts a 319-mile range fully charged (that's roughly equivalent to the range of Tesla's Model Y electric SUV), but has a starting MSRP under $35,000 -- $5,000 less than the cheapest Model Y available.

Even without much help from "incentives," says Electrek, the Equinox EV "has been GM's biggest hit," moving 25,085 units in Q3 alone, thanks largely to its average sales price beating those of most other top-selling EVs.

But for GM, this good news is about to turn into some bad news.

Taxes and credits and recalls (oh my!)
GM's most obvious problem with the Equinox is also one of the biggest reasons the SUV sold so well in Q3. The $7,500 government tax credit that encouraged car shoppers to bite the bullet and buy a new Equinox EV before the credit expired at the end of Q3... has now expired. Removing this government incentive is almost certain to diminish demand for the Equinox EV -- indeed, for all EVs -- in Q4 and beyond.

But it turns out Chevrolet has a second problem with the Equinox EV, above and beyond rebate quirks and U.S. tax law: Just last week, the U.S. National Highway Transport Safety Administration announced a recall on the Equinox EV.

In a notice dated Oct. 16, NHTSA announced the recall of 22,914 Cadillac Optic and Chevrolet Equinox EV vehicles from the 2025-2026 model years. (Also built by GM, but at the luxury Cadillac division, the electric Optic SUV is essentially an upgraded, premium version of the Equinox EV, sharing the same platform and the same battery technology.)

GM sold 4,886 Optiqs in Q3, by the way. Add these to the 25,085 Equinoxes sold in the quarter, then divide the total into the 22,914 Optiqs and Equinox EVs recalled... and effectively 76% of GM's Q3 sales of these two models just got recalled.

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Now the good news is that this isn't necessarily GM's fault. According to NHTSA, it's recalling only Optiq and Equinox EVs "equipped with 21-inch Continental all-season tires," because "one or more of these tires may experience partial or full tread detachment." That makes it sound like this is a problem caused by the tires' manufacturer, Germany's Continental AG, and not by GM.

It also doesn't sound like a particularly difficult problem to fix, as NHTSA says all a car owner needs to do is bring the affected EV into a GM dealership to have the tires examined and replaced if necessary -- free of charge. So not much more complicated or time consuming than a tire rotation.

Still, getting tagged with a recall notice may take some wind out of GM's sales and depress sales of the Equinox temporarily -- at a time, right after the expiration of the government tax credits, when sales were already bound to be slow.

So what does this mean for GM, and for GM stock investors? Up until the recall announcement, analysts polled by S&P Global Market Intelligence were expecting GM to book $185.8 billion in sales this year, and earn $8.77 per share on those sales. A sharper-than-expected slowdown in EV sales on GM's most popular EV could blunt those numbers a bit.

All this said, with GM stock selling for less than 8 times earnings, expected to grow earnings 8.5% annually over the next five years, and paying a modest 0.9% dividend yield, the stock looks cheap to me. Even in the face of this recall announcement, I think it's probably safe to continue to own GM stock.

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