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XRP has completed a golden cross on its two-hour chart. The 200 SMA on the two-hour chart has fallen below the 50 MA, producing a golden cross. This signal comes at an unexpected time in the market with most cryptocurrencies, including XRP, trading in the red.

At the time of writing, XRP was trading down 0.80% in the last 24 hours to $1.35 and down 1.36% weekly. This follows a broader drop in the crypto market with $172 million liquidated in the last 24 hours.

XRP/USD 2-Hour Chart, Image By: TradingViewA lower-than-expected jobs report in the past week increased concerns about the economy, with traders looking ahead to the possibility of interest rate cuts at a Federal Reserve meeting later this month. Saturday's drop comes on the heels of a stronger dollar index, with most assets paired with the dollar falling.

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Price action in the crypto market has largely been driven by macro narratives rather than new catalysts, causing uncertainty with traders now focusing on key support and resistance levels amid sideways trading in the market.

XRP price to rebound?XRP is seeing quiet trade on Sunday with its volume dropping 36% in the last 24 hours to 1.32 billion, according to CoinMarketCap data.

Traders appear to be on the defensive as XRP's price drop since March 4 is entering its fourth day. XRP briefly rose to $1.37 on Sunday, before falling to $1.34 at press time.

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Traders are watching whether $1.34 holds as a support, as a rebound could target the next price levels near $1.36 and $1.37 and potentially $1.40, while a break lower may open the door to deeper support around $1.30 to $1.32.

It will be watched if positive potential might arise in the short term from the recently completed golden cross on the two-hour chart, but it is more likely XRP follows the direction of the market, which will also be watched.

Institutional flows remain mixed, with XRP-linked investment products seeing outflows while derivatives activity declined slightly. XRP ETFs saw outflows of $16.62 million on March 6. This suggests reduced speculative participation as the market digests recent volatility.

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Lighter faced persistent bearish pressure after failing to hold above $1.50. Since then, the altcoin traded inside a descending channel and touched $1.07.

At press time, Lighter [LIT] traded near $1.10, down 2.4% daily and extending weekly losses to roughly 23%.

Amid this pressure, the Lighter team attempted to counter selling momentum through a sustained token buyback program.

Lighter launched a token buyback program in early January and steadily repurchased LIT tokens from the open market.

Since then, the protocol bought back 7.48 million LIT tokens, worth about $12.67 million. In the most recent purchase, the team acquired 812,000 LIT for $1.06 million.

According to the team’s statement, the repurchased tokens represent around 3% of the circulating supply.

Notably, the protocol funds these buybacks using revenue generated across its products.

However, the network’s Revenue declined sharply in recent months.

Source: DeFiLlama

Daily Revenue previously reached peaks near $1.5 million, but recently fell closer to $100k–$120k levels.

Over the past day, Revenue stood near $122k, highlighting a sharp drop from earlier highs.

Even so, the team continued executing automated buybacks, signaling an ongoing commitment to stabilizing token demand.

Bearish sentiment still dominates the market Despite the buyback efforts, market sentiment remained largely bearish. On Binance derivatives markets, sellers dominated activity through most of the past month.

On the 8th of March, LIT recorded roughly 1.7 million in Sell Volume versus 1.28 million in Buy Volume.

Over the same period, Net Buy Volume dropped to –3.5 million, reflecting persistent selling pressure.

Source: Coinalyze

Historically, sustained sell-side dominance often precedes further downside as bearish momentum builds.

Source: DeFiLlama

Perpetual markets also signaled reduced participation. The Volume remained above $1 billion, but declined noticeably in recent days.

Perps Volume fell from roughly $3.1 billion to $1.1 billion within three days, marking a decline of about 64%.

This drop suggested traders reduced exposure while waiting for a clearer market direction.

Is $1 support at risk? Lighter continued showing downside momentum amid broader risk-off conditions across crypto markets. That environment encouraged holders to sell small rebounds, pushing LIT toward repeated lower lows.

Momentum indicators also reflected weakening bullish strength.

Source: TradingView

The Stochastic RSI formed a bearish crossover inside oversold territory and remained near the lower band. That structure indicated sustained seller control.

If selling pressure persists, LIT could break the $1 support and slide toward $0.96.

However, a recovery above $1.30 may shift momentum, where the Parabolic SAR currently sits.

Final Summary Lighter extended losses after failing to hold $1.50, trading near $1.10 within a persistent descending channel. The protocol bought back 7.48 million LIT tokens (~$12.67M) since January, equal to about 3% of the circulating supply.

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Securities Litigation Partner James (Josh) Wilson Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In Aquestive To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options

If you purchased or acquired securities in Aquestive between June 16, 2025 and January 8, 2026 and would like to discuss your legal rights, call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310).

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New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - March 8, 2026) - Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Aquestive Therapeutics, Inc. ("Aquestive" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: AQST) and reminds investors of the May 4, 2026 deadline to seek the role of lead plaintiff in a federal securities class action that has been filed against the Company.

Faruqi & Faruqi is a leading national securities law firm with offices in New York, Pennsylvania, California and Georgia. The firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors since its founding in 1995. See www.faruqilaw.com.

As detailed below, the complaint alleges that the Company and its executives violated federal securities laws by making false and/or misleading statements and/or failing to disclose that: Defendants provided investors with material information pertaining to the timeline for approval and launch for Aquestive's New Drug Application (NDA) for Anaphylm (Dibutepinephrine) sublingual film. Defendants' statements included, among other things, confidence in the Company's NDA submission and optimistic claims that Anaphylm would be approved by the Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) date, January 31, 2026. Defendants provided these overwhelmingly positive statements to investors while, at the same time, disseminating materially false and misleading statements and/or concealing material adverse facts concerning the true state of Aquestive's NDA for Anaphylm; pertinently, Aquestive concealed or otherwise minimized the significance of the human factors involved in the use and deployment of its sublingual film, such as packaging, use, administration, and labeling. Such statements absent these material facts caused Plaintiff and other shareholders to purchase Aquestive's securities at artificially inflated prices.

On January 9, 2026, Aquestive announced that, "As part of its ongoing review of the Company's NDA for Anaphylm, the FDA notified us that it had identified deficiencies in the NDA that preclude discussion of labeling and post-marketing commitments at this time." The Company added that "the notification did not specify the deficiencies."

Following the news, Aquestive's stock price dropped more than 37% on the same day.

The court-appointed lead plaintiff is the investor with the largest financial interest in the relief sought by the class who is adequate and typical of class members who directs and oversees the litigation on behalf of the putative class. Any member of the putative class may move the Court to serve as lead plaintiff through counsel of their choice, or may choose to do nothing and remain an absent class member. Your ability to share in any recovery is not affected by the decision to serve as a lead plaintiff or not.

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP also encourages anyone with information regarding Aquestive's conduct to contact the firm, including whistleblowers, former employees, shareholders and others.

To learn more about the Aquestive Therapeutics class action, go to www.faruqilaw.com/AQST or call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310).

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Nuclear energy could represent a $10 trillion market opportunity, according to Bank of America research. It's not hard to imagine why. The U.S. is leading the world in developing one of the most powerful, energy-intensive technologies that history has ever seen -- aka, artificial intelligence (AI). The power grid, however, is largely incapable of handling the electricity needs of these powerful machines and their data centers.

What AI data centers need is an energy source that's reliable and independent from the grid. Bank of America rightly names small modular reactors (SMRs) as one of these sources. NuScale Power (SMR 4.02%) is currently the frontrunner in developing SMRs.

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SMRs are small nuclear reactors that can work together to generate adjustable amounts of electricity. They're generally pre-made in a factory -- which cuts down on assembly time -- and can function as "mini power plants" to supply clean, reliable power.

Several start-ups are working to develop SMRs. NuScale, however, is the only U.S. nuclear energy company with regulatory approval for an SMR design. Since the regulatory process is typically long, NuScale has a clear head start over competitors like Oklo.

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There is a limited demand for these reactors at the moment, and NuScale is working to match their needs. For instance, NuScale has a deal with the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) to deploy up to 6 gigawatts of SMRs across seven states. It's also working with RoPower to deploy six modules at a new SMR power plant in Romania.

The demand for clean, reliable power is growing. NuScale has challenges (like turning a profit), and it's not the only energy company targeting the data center space. Bloom Energy, for example, is also selling on-site power generation, and it's already working with customers in the data center space.

Could NuScale become a millionaire-maker stock? Not anytime soon. It has to become one of the most important nuclear energy companies in the country to get close. Right now, it's nowhere near that. It could drive value over the long run, but approach the stock cautiously as it will likely be volatile over the next half-decade.

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Fear sells. But seeing a headline about a copper shortage should excite investors, not scare them. Particularly, investors who have a long-term outlook for basic materials stocks, including mining stocks. The current age of many copper mines makes the case for several small-cap copper miners.

Here’s the situation. Copper mines, no matter how productive, have a shelf life. And many of the world’s largest copper mines are also the oldest. This doesn’t mean the mines won’t produce copper. But each of these mines will produce less copper per ton of rock moved.

But that supply shortfall is happening at the exact time when the world needs more copper, not less. That’s where the opportunity lies for some small-cap miners.

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Even under a "friendly" administration, building and permitting new mines is difficult, expensive, and takes a long time. That gives companies with existing operations or projects in development a built-in advantage—one that could result in rising asset valuations.

Adding to the bullish case is the fact that small-cap stocks have been out of favor. That's expected to change as investors look for growth in a lower interest rate environment. Here are three of the names for investors to consider.

Taseko Mines Expands Production in Tier-1 Jurisdictions Taseko Mines Today

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$7.20 -0.29 (-3.87%)

As of 03/6/2026 04:10 PM Eastern

52-Week Range$1.67▼

$9.25Price Target$5.00

First up is Taseko Mines Ltd. NYSEAMERICAN: TGB. This is a Canadian mining company based in Vancouver. The company already has a productive mining operation, its Gibraltar project in British Columbia. The mine is one of Canada’s largest open-pit copper producers. Taseko is guiding for output between 110 to 115 million pounds in 2026. That’s up from roughly 99 million pounds in 2025.

Adding to the bullish outlook, Taseko has started copper production at its Florence in-situ copper project in Arizona, another Tier-1 jurisdiction. On March 2, the company announced it had harvested its first copper cathodes from the Florence project. That’s the first new copper production from a greenfield facility in the United States since 2008.

Management expects Gibraltar’s higher-grade Connector pit to deliver stable production through at least 2029. If that assessment is correct, it will give the company time to ramp up production at Florence, adding to the long-term appeal of Taseko.

TGB stock recently closed near $7.50. That's above the consensus price target of roughly $5. However, that’s based on just two analysts. Institutional ownership is low, but has been rising in the last two quarters. If Taseko hits its production targets, analysts will likely raise their targets.

Talon Metals Offers High-Risk, High-Reward Potential Talon Metals Today

$6.45 +0.09 (+1.34%)

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52-Week Range$0.45▼

$6.50 Talon Metals Corp. OTCMKTS: TLOFF is a tiny company with big upside. This is another Canadian company. The company’s leading project, the Tamarack project in Minnesota, is a joint venture with Rio Tinto NYSE: RIO. For investors thinking of getting involved with Talon, having access to a major miner’s technology and financial backing should add some assurance.

Talon also operates the only nickel mine in the United States, the Eagle Mine and Humboldt Mill in Michigan. This connects the company to the battery and EV supply chain. Plus, the company has secured an extension from Rio Tinto’s Kennecott subsidiary to complete a feasibility study and additional spending to earn up to 60% ownership, with a key environmental review milestone expected in the first half of 2026.

TLOFF stock has been an incredible performer, with a gain of more than 990% over the last 12 months. It’s also up over 45% in 2026. The stock recently closed near $6.25, which is about 6.5% above the consensus price target of roughly $5.84.

Arizona Sonoran’s Acquisition Highlights Copper Value Arizona Sonoran Copper Today

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$6.70 One of the possibilities of investing in small-cap miners is growth through acquisition. However, there’s also growth by acquisition. And that’s the case with Arizona Sonoran Copper OTC: ASCUF. The company is being acquired by Hudbay Minerals NYSE: HBM.

Arizona Sonoran controls 100% of the brownfield Cactus copper project in Arizona. The acquisition will give Hudbay full control of the Cactus project.

When combined with Hudbay’s Copper World asset, it creates the third-largest copper district in North America and establishes a major hub for U.S. copper production. Cactus could add approximately 103,000 tonnes of annual copper production once developed, with proven and probable reserves of 5.3 billion pounds of copper over a 20-year mine life.

The boards of both companies approved the agreement, which is expected to close in the second quarter of this year. That may discourage direct investment in ASCUF stock. However, once the deal is finalized, each ASCUF share will be exchanged for 0.242 of a common share of HBM stock.

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NEW YORK, March 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --

WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of REGENXBIO, Inc. (NASDAQ: RGNX) between February 9, 2022 and January 27, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the important April 14, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.

SO WHAT: If you purchased REGENXBIO securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the REGENXBIO class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=53421 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than April 14, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved, at that time, the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs’ Bar. Many of the firm’s attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants provided investors with material information concerning REGENXBIO’s plan to develop and commercialize its product candidate RGX-111, a one-time gene therapy for the treatment of severe Mucopolysaccharidosis Type I, also known as Hurler syndrome. Defendants’ statements included, among other things, REGENXBIO’s positive assertions of RGX-111’s future trial success based on continuing positive biomarker and safety data from the ongoing PhaseI/II study. Defendants provided these overwhelmingly positive statements to investors while, at the same time, disseminating false and misleading statements and/or concealing material adverse facts concerning the efficacy and safety of its RGX-111 trial study. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

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Paramount Skydance (PSKY) has won the bidding war for Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), but at a steep cost with significant regulatory risk.

Vertiv Holdings (NYSE: VRT), a provider of critical digital infrastructure for data centers, has surged this year amid booming demand for AI-related power and cooling solutions. 

Indeed, the stock’s momentum comes amid growing fundamentals, making the equity a possible buy for investors.

As of press time, VRT stock was trading at $241, reflecting a year-to-date gain of approximately 49% from its 2025 year-end level.

VRT YTD stock price chart. Source: Finbold The stock is also seeing renewed momentum after it was announced that Vertiv will join the S&P 500 index, effective before the opening of trading on March 23, as part of the quarterly rebalance.

The addition also includes Lumentum Holdings, Coherent, and EchoStar. 

Notably, index inclusion is expected to drive increased visibility and potential inflows from passive funds tracking the benchmark.

Vertiv fundamentals  Several factors position Vertiv as a compelling buy for growth-oriented investors. Foremost is its strategic exposure to the AI data center ecosystem, where it dominates in power management, liquid cooling, and thermal solutions essential for hyperscale computing.

Partnerships with industry leaders like Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) and recent collaborations with Generate Capital and Hut 8 point to its role in scaling AI deployments.

At the same time, the company’s fourth-quarter 2025 results were exceptional, with net sales up 23% year over year, organic orders surging 252%, and a record backlog of $15 billion providing strong revenue visibility into 2026 and beyond.

Guidance for 2026 projects revenue of $13.25 billion to $13.75 billion, implying 27% to 29% organic growth, and adjusted EPS growth of about 43% at the midpoint.

Additionally, Vertiv’s upcoming inclusion in the S&P 500 index is expected to enhance liquidity, attract passive fund inflows, and increase institutional interest.

VRT stock risks  Despite these strengths, several risks could temper enthusiasm and potentially pressure the stock price. Valuation is a primary concern, with a trailing price-to-earnings ratio of 70 to 74 times and a forward P/E in the mid-30s to mid-40s, significantly above peer averages in the electrical equipment sector and the broader U.S. market.

Meanwhile, Vertiv’s heavy reliance on AI and hyperscaler capex cycles introduces cyclical risk; any moderation in data center buildouts could impact order growth and backlog conversion.

Execution challenges, such as supply chain disruptions, capacity ramp-ups, or delays in new facilities, pose threats to meeting guidance. Competition in the data center infrastructure space is intensifying, with peers potentially eroding market share.

Meanwhile, insider selling, including a recent $51 million disposal by an independent director, may signal caution at current levels.

The stock’s high beta amplifies volatility, as seen in recent swings tied to AI market sentiment, while broader risks such as interest rate changes or energy policy shifts affecting data center power demand could also weigh on the stock.

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Key Points:Brent crude surged above $90 as Middle East conflict disrupted energy infrastructure and threatened shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.Production cuts across Gulf producers are tightening global supply while strong economic activity increases the risk of higher inflation.Technical analysis suggests WTI oil could target $110 first and potentially move toward $125–$150.

Oil prices surged as the conflict in the Middle East started to disrupt energy supply and shipping routes across the Gulf. Brent oil (BCO) surged above $90 a barrel after threats to energy infrastructure increased fears of supply shortages.

In my opinion, this change in the geopolitical and supply backdrop is the recipe for further crude oil price gains in the coming weeks. This article will discuss the key supply disruptions, production cuts, inflation risks and technical levels that may influence the next move in oil markets.

Middle East Conflict Triggers a Global Supply Shock Brent crude oil jumped above $90 a barrel as the war in the Middle East shifted from a geopolitical risk to a real supply disruption. Iranian attacks on energy facilities have already forced Qatar to shut down its liquefied natural gas production. They have also forced Saudi Arabia to suspend operations at its largest oil refinery.

These attacks have had people concerned that the conflict could physically damage energy facilities across the Gulf. When supply infrastructure is a target during war, energy markets typically respond very quickly. Because there is a greater risk of shocks in the form of sudden supply shortages.

Shipping risks have also been on the rise throughout the region. Charter rates are increasing dramatically as traders fear attacks on vessels by Iranian drones, missiles and fast attack boats. Higher freight costs raise the cost of transporting crude oil and refined products. They also discourage shipping companies from venturing into perilous waters.

This combination means there is less available shipping capacity. It becomes more difficult for producers to transport oil to global markets. As a result, supply disruptions can have a more immediate impact than production cuts alone.

The situation around the Strait of Hormuz is most important factor in supporting oil prices. The war has nearly blocked this narrow waterway to maritime traffic after Iranian threats against ships. The Strait of Hormuz links the Persian Gulf to open seas and is the primary export route for the largest oil producing region in the world.

Once shipping slows down through this corridor there is an immediate tightening of global supply. This disruption sent crude prices to surge above $90 a barrel. This surge raises the risk of higher global inflation.

Forced Production Cuts Across the Gulf According to Wall Street Journal, the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait had begun to curb oil production as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz affects the flow of supplies and fills storage facilities. Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. said it is managing offshore production levels to deal with storage requirements. Kuwait Petroleum Corp. also cut output at oil fields and refineries after Iranian threats against safe passage through Hormuz.

Kuwait started to reduce output by some 100,000 barrels per day early Saturday. The reduction is nearly triple on Sunday. This implies that cuts may be up to around 300,000 barrels per day or higher depending on storage levels and the situation around Hormuz.

Kuwait produced about 2.57 million barrels per day in January and relies completely on the Strait of Hormuz for exports. This is a heavy dependence that makes the country vulnerable as there are not many alternative routes from where shipments can come.

The UAE is in a better position but is still facing pressure. The country produced more than 3.5 million barrels per day in January as OPEC’s third largest producer. It is able to bypass Hormuz via a 1.5 million barrel per day pipeline to Fujairah on the western coast and also take advantage of international storage facilities.

Disruptions are spreading in the region. Iraq has begun to withhold production for storage tank saturation. Saudi Arabia shut its largest refinery and Qatar closed the world’s largest liquefied natural gas export plant after drone attacks. Saudi Arabia has diversified some of its crude exports to Yanbu on the Red Sea but this route is not capable of completely replacing exports that usually pass through the Strait of Hormuz.

Inflation Risks Rise as Oil Shock Hits the Global Economy The current supply shock is already having an impact on consumers all over the world. Asian refiners are beginning to report shortages as shipments from the Gulf slow down. When there are fewer cargoes available to the market, refiners must scale down operations or seek out other supplies. This situation makes energy more expensive not only for businesses but also for households.

Strong Economic Growth Increases Inflation Pressure At the same time, the global economy is still showing signs of growth. This causes inflationary effect of higher oil prices to be stronger as energy demand is still firm. The ISM Manufacturing PMI is 52.4% which signifies mild expansion of industrial sector.

However, pressures on costs are increasing rapidly. The manufacturing prices paid index has increased to 70.5% which reflects strong increases in production costs.

The services industry is also growing. The ISM Services PMI has increased to 56.1% which is the highest level since July 2022. This implies that economic activity is high despite rising energy prices.

When both manufacturing and services are still growing higher oil prices can be transmitted more easily through the economy.

Businesses are already being hit with higher costs. A survey conducted by the New York Fed finds that average health insurance costs for manufacturers rose 14.2% while service firms experienced a rise of 12.9%. When operating costs increase, companies will be even more sensitive to higher energy prices. This will further increase inflation.

History Shows Oil Wars Trigger Inflation Surges History shows that wars in key energy areas have frequently resulted in spikes in inflation. In 1973, Yom Kippur War and the Arab oil embargo resulted in a surge in CPI to 12.2% by November 1974.

The Iran-Iraq war in 1980 sent CPI to around 14.59%. During the 1990 Gulf War, CPI increased to more than 6.0%. In all cases, surging oil prices played a major role in spurring inflation.

Oil prices also surged strongly after the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021. When Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022 energy markets once again tightened and annual CPI rose to about 9.0%. These examples show that conflicts in energy regions result in broader inflation due to higher energy costs that impact nearly every sector of the economy.

Technical Structure Points to Oil Rally Toward $110 and Beyond The long-term picture for the WTI crude oil remains strongly bullish, as seen in the monthly chart below. It is observed that the WTI crude oil has been trading within the descending channel since July 2008 high at $147.27. However, the bottom in April 2020 during the COVID-19 crisis has produced a strong base, and the record high was marked at a strong resistance at $129.42 in March 2022.

The correction from 2022 has produced a bottom during the last quarter of 2025 at the midline of the descending channel pattern and initiated a strong rebound from this level. This strong rebound has taken WTI oil prices to $90, which is seen as resistance from September 2023.

The strong weekly close on Friday indicates that immediate target for oil remains $110, which is the resistance of the descending channel pattern. However, this resistance will likely be broken based on the ongoing supply shortages and production cuts which are unlikely to be resolved soon. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz and physical supply disruptions will be reflected in oil during next few weeks.

A break above $110 will take oil prices towards $125 to $130, which is the resistance of the March 2022 highs. However, a break above the March 2022 highs will take the oil prices towards $150, which is the July 2008 highs.

Brent Oil also shows a strong breakout from the descending trendline at $72 and then the 200 SMA on the weekly chart at $80. This breakout points to an immediate target of $100 in Brent Oil. However, a break above $100 is likely and will take Brent prices towards $125 to $135. This is the minimum target of the supply shortage in the oil market.

In Closing The recent increase in oil prices is primarily caused by increasing conflict in the Middle East and disruptions to global energy supply. The attacks on energy facilities and production cuts by several Gulf producers are reducing the amount of supply available to global markets.

At the same time, economic activity is very strong and business costs are increasing. This indicates that higher oil prices could easily push inflation higher. These conditions provide conducive environment for oil prices to stay high in the near term.

The technical outlook is also pointing in the same direction. WTI crude oil has rallied strongly from the middle of its long-term descending channel. The price is moving towards the key resistance of $110. A break above this level could open the door to a move towards $125-$130. A break above $130 will take the prices towards $150, which is near the July 2008 highs.

Brent crude has also broken above its descending trendline and the 200 SMA, around $80. This breakout points to the next target around $100. If supply disruptions persist and tensions in the Middle East have not been resolved, oil prices may continue to move higher over the coming weeks. However, if conflict subsides or shipping through the Strait of Hormuz returns to normal, the current risk premium in oil could begin to drop.

Based on the above discussion, oil prices will likely be supported in the short term and will continue to move towards the $150 region in the next few weeks.

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New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - March 8, 2026) - Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Ardent Health, Inc. ("Ardent" or the "Company") (NYSE: ARDT) and reminds investors of the March 9, 2026 deadline to seek the role of lead plaintiff in a federal securities class action that has been filed against the Company.

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As detailed below, the complaint alleges that the Company and its executives violated federal securities laws by making false and/or misleading statements and/or failing to disclose that: During the Class Period, Defendants publicly reported the Company's accounts receivable on a quarterly basis. They further stated that Ardent Health employed an active monitoring process to determine the collectability of its accounts receivable, and that this process included "detailed reviews of historical collections" as a "primary source of information." Further, Defendants represented that Ardent Health considered "trends in federal and state governmental healthcare coverage" and that its "management determines [when an] account is uncollectible, at which time the account is written off

On November 12, 2025, after market hours, Ardent Health revealed a $43 million decrease in third quarter 2025 revenue. The decrease resulted from revised determinations of accounts receivable collectability after the Company transitioned to a new revenue accounting system and from purported "recently completed hindsight evaluations of historical collection trends." The new system—called the Kodiak RCA net revenue platform—provided management with "additional information to more precisely" determine accounts receivable collectability, including "more timely consideration of payor denial and payment trends." Defendant Lumsdaine revealed that the new system "recognizes reserves earlier in an account's life cycle" compared to the Company's prior -5- collectability framework, which "had utilized a 180-day cliff at which time an account became fully reserved."

Ardent Health also announced a cut to 2025 EBITDA guidance of $57.5 million at the midpoint, or about 9.6%, from $575 million – $625 million to $530 million – $555 million because of "persistent industry-wide cost pressures," including "payer denials." In addition, Ardent Health recorded a $54 million increase in professional liability reserves "with respect to recent settlements and ongoing litigation arising from a limited set of claims between 2019 and 2022 in New Mexico" as well as "consideration of broader industry trends, including social inflationary pressures."

On this news, the price of Ardent Health stock fell $4.75 per share, or nearly 34%, from $14.05 per share on November 12, 2025, to close at $9.30 per share on November 13, 2025, on unusually heavy trading volume.

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New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - March 8, 2026) - Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against BellRing Brands, Inc. ("BellRing" or the "Company") (NYSE: BRBR) and reminds investors of the March 23, 2026 deadline to seek the role of lead plaintiff in a federal securities class action that has been filed against the Company.

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As detailed below, the complaint alleges that the Company and its executives violated federal securities laws by making false and/or misleading statements and/or failing to disclose that: the strength, sustainability, and drivers of BellRing's sales growth, as well as the impact of competition on the demand for the Company's products.

On May 5, 2025, after market hours, BellRing revealed that starting in Q2 2025, "several key retailers lowered their weeks of supply on hand," which would create a headwind to Q3 2025 growth. The Company also announced it was expanding promotions to boost sales and "offset [] third quarter reductions in retailer trade inventory levels."

On this news, the price of BellRing stock declined $14.88 per share, or 19%, from $78.43 per share on May 5, 2025, to close at $63.55 per share on May 6, 2025, on unusually heavy trading volume.

Then, on August 4, 2025, after market hours, BellRing announced disappointing quarterly consumption of Premier Protein RTD Shakes, which had been expected to outpace shipments by a wider margin given previously announced retailer destocking, but instead came "more in line" with shipments.

On this news, the price of BellRing Brands stock fell $17.46 per share, or nearly 33%, from $53.64 per share on August 4, 2025, to $36.18 per share on August 5, 2025.

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Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP also encourages anyone with information regarding BellRing's conduct to contact the firm, including whistleblowers, former employees, shareholders and others.

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NEW YORK, March 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --

WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of BellRing Brands, Inc. (NYSE: BRBR) between November 19, 2024 and August 4, 2025, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the important March 23, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.

SO WHAT: If you purchased BellRing securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the BellRing class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=51444 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than March 23, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved, at that time, the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs’ Bar. Many of the firm’s attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, BellRing develops, markets, and sells “convenient nutrition” products such as ready-to-drink (“RTD”) protein shakes primarily under the brand name Premier Protein. During the Class Period, defendants represented that sales growth reflected increased end-consumer demand, attributing results to “organic growth,” “distribution gains,” “incremental promotional activity,” and “[s]trong macro tailwinds around protein” among other factors. At the same time, defendants downplayed the impact of competition on demand, insisting BellRing was not experiencing any significant changes in competition, and that in the RTD category particularly, BellRing possessed a “competitive moat,” given that “the ready-to-drink category is just highly complex” and the products are “hard to formulate.” As alleged, in truth, BellRing’s reported sales during the Class Period were driven by its key customers stockpiling inventory and did not reflect increased end-consumer demand or brand momentum. Following the destocking, BellRing admitted that competitive pressures were materially weakening demand. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

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Bond yields are one option for passive income investors, but they’re definitely not the only possibility. Sure, you can get a yield of around 4% from 10-year U.S. Treasury bonds, but you can probably achieve better returns with dividend-paying stocks.

Bear in mind, you can get both share-price gains and dividend payments from some stocks. Consequently, if you put your money in dividend stocks, you have a chance at beating the predictable returns from government bonds.

Besides, it’s very likely that government bond yields will get slashed this year and/or next year. So, if you’re willing to sacrifice predictability in a quest for superior returns, check out these four outstanding dividend stock picks with decent yields and powerful growth potential.

Lockheed Martin (LMT) Recent geopolitical events have put aerospace and defense contractors in the spotlight. A beneficiary of international conflicts is Lockheed Martin (NYSE:LMT), a well-established defense contractor for public-sector and private clients.

Mind you, this list isn’t populated with stocks that pay yields exceeding 4% (which is what you might get from government bonds). Instead, we’re concentrating on stocks which could easily beat 4% yearly returns through dividend distributions and share-price appreciation.

Lockheed Martin stock is a perfect example of this. After holding LMT shares for a full year, you should expect to get a forward dividend yield of 2.06%.

Then, to outperform a 4% bond, Lockheed Martin stock would only need to rise more than 2%. That’s very likely since Lockheed Martin is a revenue-rich and profitable defense business.

Don’t just take my word for it, though. As the data will show, Lockheed Martin’s sales improved from $67.571 billion in 2023 to $71.043 billion in 2024, to $75.048 billion in 2025.

All told, Lockheed Martin reported $5.017 billion in net earnings for 2025. With cash and cash equivalents totaling $4.121 billion at the end of last year, it’s fair to say that Lockheed Martin should be able to pay out dividends for the foreseeable future.

Cisco Systems (CSCO) Next, we’re going to diversify into the technology sector with Cisco Systems (NASDAQ:CSCO) stock. To give you some background info, Cisco Systems is a communications/networking products provider with a market capitalization exceeding $300 billion.

The company’s most recently released quarterly financial report indicates that Cisco Systems booked $14.883 billion in revenue for the three months ended October 25, 2025. That’s a notable improvement over the $13.841 billion that Cisco Systems generated in the year-earlier period.

Furthermore, Cisco Systems grew its net income from $2.711 billion in the year-earlier quarter to $2.86 billion in the three months ended October 25, 2025. That’s not blockbuster growth, but it is a positive sign that Cisco Systems is in stable financial condition.

In all likelihood, CSCO stock will gain value in the coming quarters. Along with that, investors can expect Cisco Systems to deliver an annualized dividend yield of 2.1%; this ought to make it easy to outperform bonds when all is said and done.

Bank of America (BAC) Switching over to the financial sector, another way to possibly beat government bonds is by investing in Bank of America (NYSE:BAC). Since BAC stock is already anticipated to provide a 2.25% annual dividend yield, you wouldn’t need much share-price growth to come out ahead.

Can investors feel secure with shares of a banking behemoth like Bank of America? The facts look favorable, as Bank of America’s revenue expanded its revenue from $26.5 billion in 2024’s fourth quarter to $28.4 billion in the fourth quarter of 2025.

During the same time frame, Bank of America’s net income increased from $6.8 billion to $7.6 billion. Suffice it to say, then, that Bank of America is flush with capital and sensible investors can hold BAC stock with confidence.

Yum! Brands (YUM) Even if you’re not familiar with Yum! Brands (NYSE:YUM), you will surely know its famous fast-food brand names. These include Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, and KFC.

These brands have survived the ups and downs of America’s economy throughout the years. YUM stock might not be 100% recession-proof, but it’s less volatile than many other large-cap stocks out there.

Yum! Brands’ 2025 results drive home the point that this is a successful consumer-goods business. During that year, the company recorded GAAP-measured earnings of $1.91 per share, versus $1.49 per share in 2024.

In other words, YUM stock isn’t just a safety play; it’s also a possible vehicle for growth. Plus, Yum! Brands currently offers a 1.89% forward annual dividend yield, indicating an excellent chance for investors to achieve superior overall returns to a basic bonds buy-and-hold strategy.

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Bitcoin price is approaching a critical decision zone. One analyst warns the market cannot afford to lose the $63,000 zone ($63,700 to be exact), a break that could trigger a deeper decline.

Yet at the same time, the daily chart is quietly forming a bullish cup-and-handle pattern that points to a rally toward $88,000. With bullish structure and rising risk levels colliding, the next move could define Bitcoin’s short-term trend.

Expert Flags $63,700 Risk Even as a Bullish Setup FormsThe warning comes from Alphractal founder Joao Wedson, who recently highlighted $63,700 as a critical on-chain structural level for Bitcoin. The analysis states that losing that level could trigger a broader redistribution phase in the market.

If the level breaks, Wedson identifies a few potential downside zones: $57,000 and $52,400 being the nearest ones. He also notes that these levels adjust daily based on investor activity across the blockchain, meaning these dynamic thresholds can move around a bit.

Bitcoin cannot lose $63,700 ⚠️

If this key on-chain level breaks, it could trigger a new downside move in the market.

The next risk levels would be:

• $57,000
• $52,400
• $48,700 (worst-case scenario)

It is important to note that these levels are dynamic and update daily,… pic.twitter.com/nnMojP9PqZ

— Joao Wedson (@joao_wedson) March 7, 2026 However, the Bitcoin price chart currently tells a different story.

On the daily timeframe, Bitcoin appears to be shaping a cup-and-handle formation that began forming around February 8 and completed its cup phase near March 4. The market is now consolidating within the handle portion of the pattern.

If Bitcoin breaks the neckline near $74,500, the pattern projects a potential 18% rally toward the $88,100 region.

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Bullish BTC Pattern: TradingViewThis creates a key contradiction: the bullish breakout sits over 10% above current prices, while the critical support level flagged by the expert analyst lies only a few levels below

So while the chart structure looks constructive, the closer risk level could determine the market’s next move. To get a deeper sense of things, we now move on-chain.

Whales and Mid-Term Holders Are AccumulatingOn-chain activity currently leans bullish.

One of the strongest signals comes from Bitcoin’s Holder Net Position Change, which tracks accumulation by wallets holding coins for 155 days or longer. When this metric rises, it typically signals investors are choosing to hold rather than sell.

Since February 8, when the cup formation began developing, this metric has increased sharply. The 30-day net position change moved from roughly 5,434 BTC to more than 41,107 BTC by March 7. That’s a 650% rise, while the cup formed.

BTC Hodlers: GlassnodeThis sharp rise suggests that mid-to-long-term holders have been accumulating during Bitcoin’s consolidation, reinforcing the idea that investors are positioning for a potential breakout or at least a rebound.

Whale behavior also supports this view.

The number of Bitcoin entities holding at least 1,000 BTC has gradually increased since February 21. During that period, the count rose from 1,264 addresses to around 1,280, approaching the highest levels seen, month-on-month.

Despite the short-term pullback between March 4 and March 5 (where the whale address count dipped a bit), the overall trend in whale addresses continued rising.

BTC Whales: GlassnodeTaken together, both metrics suggest that larger investors and committed holders are quietly adding exposure, aligning with the bullish chart pattern. However, not every long-term cohort shares the same optimism.

Some Long-Term Bitcoin Holders Are Quietly Reducing ExposureWhile whales and mid-term holders are accumulating, another group appears to be moving in the opposite direction.

Data from Bitcoin HODL Waves, which track how long coins have remained dormant, shows that the 3-year to 5-year holder cohort has been declining.

This group held roughly 11.49% of Bitcoin’s circulating supply on February 5. By March 7, that share had fallen to about 10.94%

OG Holders Keep Dumping: GlassnodeAlthough the percentage change looks small, it represents a meaningful shift when applied to Bitcoin’s fixed supply. A decline in this cohort indicates that some older coins are re-entering circulation, suggesting that a portion of longer-term holders may be distributing.

This creates an unusual dynamic. While whales and mid-term holders are accumulating, older holders appear less convinced about adding further exposure, introducing a subtle source of supply pressure.

That divergence makes the key support levels highlighted by Wedson even more relevant.

Why the $63,000 Level Could Decide the Next Bitcoin Price MoveA broader Fibonacci retracement analysis from the late-January decline to the March rally also highlights the on-chain levels flagged by Wedson. These levels might not be evident at first glance, as the cup structure leans bullish. These levels become clearer when the broader 33% BTC decline between Jan. 28 and Feb. 6 is considered.

The chart reveals a support zone around $63,300. This closely aligns with the $63,700 level flagged by the Alphractal analysis (courtesy of the dynamic nature of the thresholds).

If those supports fail, the next Fibonacci levels appear near $56,700 (Wedson’s $57,000 level) and $52,000 (Wedson’s $52,400 zone), matching the downside zones highlighted in the expert’s warning.

Bitcoin Price Analysis: TradingViewIn other words, both the on-chain analysis and the broader technical structure converge around the same critical region. For Bitcoin to regain strong bullish momentum, the market would need to reclaim the neckline near $74,100. That move could confirm the cup-and-handle breakout and push the Bitcoin price toward the $88,100 target.

Until then, the Bitcoin price remains caught between accumulating whales, cautious long-term holders, and a weak support zone.

Whether the $63,000 support zone holds or breaks may determine whether the next move is a rally toward new highs—or a deeper correction first.

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Dogecoin has challenged the $0.1 technical and psychological resistance level twice since the 25th of February. On both occasions, the memecoin was unable to break this supply zone.

Dogecoin was down 1.24% in the past 24 hours, according to CoinMarketCap, but the Open Interest has increased by 4.6%.

A closer look at the data showed that the Funding Rate has been negative since Friday, the 6th of March.

Additionally, the OI has been rising even as prices slipped lower. The Spot CVD was in a downtrend and neared the local lows.

Speculative and Spot market participants seemed convinced Dogecoin [DOGE] prices would go lower in the short-term.

The social media engagement has been relatively positive over the past month. The Weighted Sentiment saw sharp spikes in recent weeks, showing bullish online engagement.

In fact, the most recent spike in positive engagement and higher Social Volume came on the 4th of March, as the leading memecoin approached the pivotal $0.1 supply zone.

At the same time, the 30-day MVRV briefly rose to positive territory.

It appeared that the crowd was wrong to get excited. Short-term holders chose to take profits, and participants watched as prices fell back toward the $0.088 support zone.

What’s next for Dogecoin?

Source: DOGE/USDT on TradingView

The long-term swing structure was bearish. The Fibonacci retracement levels showed that $0.117, $0.109, and $0.103 were key retracements.

This meant that the recent attempts to reclaim $0.1 were signals to sell DOGE, not expect a breakout.

At the time of writing, the $0.088 support from February was under attack. The steady drop in OBV in recent weeks, the long-term bearish trend, and the RSI’s inability to climb above neutral 50 meant sellers were in control.

Further losses appear likely.

Traders’ call to action- Expect a drop below the local support The Liquidation Map highlighted the large cluster of long liquidations from $0.084-$0.088.

These high-leverage liquidations are likely to be swept in the coming days, especially if Bitcoin [BTC] continues its bearish momentum and falls to the $63k-$65k local support zone.

Final Summary Dogecoin speculators appeared increasingly willing to short the memecoin over the past 48 hours. Increase in social volume and positive engagement online did little to keep the short-term bullish momentum up last week. A drop below the $0.088 support appears imminent. Disclaimer: The information presented does not constitute financial, investment, trading, or other types of advice and is solely the writer’s opinion.

US markets move in seconds when the jobs report hits. February payrolls fell by 92,000 jobs, the unemployment rate rose to 4.4%, and prior months were revised down by 69,000.

Together, that's 161,000 fewer jobs than the numbers showed at the start of the year.

But the number traders react to first often isn't the one that lasts, because even bigger revisions can arrive months later.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics has already marked down US job growth by 862,000 for the year through March 2025, raising the possibility that markets and the Federal Reserve are reacting to a labor market that looks stronger in headlines than it does in the final data.

The number markets trade isn't the final numberThat's the real story inside every monthly payroll release. Investors treat the jobs report as one of the most important macro prints, and for good reason.

The second a jobs report lands, treasury yields move, stock-index futures reprice, the dollar swings, and expectations for Fed cuts or delays get rewritten within minutes.

However, the number driving that first reaction is only an estimate. It's built from a survey, revised as more employer responses come in, and benchmarked later against a much broader set of payroll records.

That means the labor market that traders price in real time is often a draft. Sometimes the later edits are small, but sometimes they change the whole picture.

February was weak, even before the resetFebruary's report was soft on its own. BLS said total nonfarm payroll employment fell by 92,000 in the month, while the unemployment rate rose to 4.4%. Health care lost 28,000 jobs, partly because of strike activity, and physician offices alone lost 37,000. Information shed 11,000 jobs.

Federal government employment fell by 10,000 and is now down by 330,000 from its October 2024 peak. Transportation and warehousing lost 11,000 jobs, with couriers and messengers down 17,000.

There was still wage growth in the report. Average hourly earnings rose 0.4% in February and 3.8% from a year earlier.

That matters because it keeps one part of the Fed's inflation problem alive even as hiring cools. A labor market can weaken and still produce wage pressure, especially when job growth is slowing from levels that had supported consumer spending for a long stretch.

However, revisions for previous months significantly weakened the report.

December was revised from a gain of 48,000 jobs to a loss of 17,000, and January was revised from 130,000 to 126,000.

Together, those changes subtracted 69,000 jobs from the earlier picture.

Investors are always trying to identify direction, and downward revisions tell them the labor market had already been losing momentum before the latest report landed.

The 862,000-job revision changes the storyThen comes the larger reset. In its annual benchmark process, BLS reduced the March 2025 level of total nonfarm payroll employment by 862,000 on a not seasonally adjusted basis. On a seasonally adjusted basis, the March 2025 revision was 898,000 lower.

This kind of technical distinction matters to only economists. But the broader takeaway is much simpler: the labor market looked materially stronger in real time than it did once BLS compared the survey estimate with fuller employment records.

That large a number is no minor statistical cleanup. It's a reminder that one of the most market-sensitive data releases in the world is not a direct count of every US job. The first number is a high-quality estimate built for speed; the latter benchmark is the one that's built for completeness.

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But when the gap between the two becomes this wide, it starts shaping the macro story.

The benchmark revision also changes how investors should think about the last year. A labor market that appeared resilient in real time helped support the case that the economy could live with restrictive rates.

A labor market that turns out to have created far fewer jobs makes that reading less secure. The data completely changed the balance of the argument.

Why does the data change so much?The monthly payroll figure comes from the Current Employment Statistics survey, which samples employers rather than counting every payroll in the country. While it's very large and incredibly useful, it's still just a sample.

Monthly revisions happen because additional employer reports arrive after the first release, and seasonal factors are recalculated.

The annual benchmark goes even further by aligning the survey with the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages, which is based largely on unemployment insurance tax records and covers most of the payroll universe.

That creates an unavoidable tension for markets. Traders need a number immediately, so they trade the estimate. The Fed has to work with the same real-time information even while knowing later revisions may reshape it.

There's no practical solution or alternative to this. Some of the biggest market moves each month are based on numbers that may look meaningfully different once the data is more complete.

This is why payroll revisions aren't an obscure technical issue. They affect the story investors tell themselves about growth, inflation, and rates. If the labor market looked stronger in the first print than it does in the benchmarked data, then yields, risk sentiment, and rate expectations may all have been set against an economy that was softer than it appeared.

Nonetheless, the initial payroll figure still matters because it's timely, and timeliness has value. But the benchmark exists because the first number is not the final number, and because speed and completeness are not the same thing.

February's payroll decline matters, the rise in unemployment to 4.4% matters, and the downward revisions to prior months matter. The 862,000-job benchmark cut may matter the most, because it says the labor market that shaped so much of last year's macro debate looked firmer in the headline data than it does in the fuller count.

In markets, the first number gets traded. In labor data, it's not always the one that lasts.

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Key Takeaways Jeffrey Wilcke, an Ethereum co-founder, deposited 79,258 ETH (approximately $157M) to Kraken on March 7 Co-founder Vitalik Buterin offloaded 17,196 ETH (around $35M) during February, contributing to insider selling concerns Since the beginning of 2026, ETH has declined 34%, currently hovering between $1,944 and $1,976 Spot Ethereum ETFs witnessed $82.85M in net outflows during one trading session, with Fidelity’s FETH responsible for $67.57M Market observers suggest ETH might decline to $1,800 or potentially $1,500 if critical support zones fail On March 7, Ethereum co-founder Jeffrey Wilcke deposited 79,258 ETH onto the Kraken trading platform. At the time of execution, this transaction represented roughly $157 million in value.

⚡️JUST IN: ETHEREUM CO-FOUNDER MOVES $157M IN ETH

LookOnChain flagged that Ethereum co-founder Jeffrey Wilcke deposited 79,176 $ETH ($157M) to Kraken in the past hour. pic.twitter.com/sacIBRDNYq

— Coin Bureau (@coinbureau) March 7, 2026

Blockchain monitoring service Lookonchain detected the activity spread across four separate wallet addresses. These addresses had remained dormant for approximately seven months prior to this movement.

Analysts from SpotOnChain observed a circular transaction pattern in the data. These identical wallets had previously withdrawn the exact same ETH quantity from Kraken around 10 months earlier, during a period when ETH traded near the $2,600 mark.

This pattern indicates the tokens were likely held in custodial storage and are now being returned to the exchange, presumably for liquidation. Wilcke maintains control of 27,241 ETH stored on-chain, currently valued at approximately $53.56 million.

In recent years, Wilcke has distanced himself from direct Ethereum development activities. His current focus centers on private gaming projects.

Vitalik Buterin’s Recent Sales During February, Vitalik Buterin liquidated 17,196 ETH, generating approximately $34.96 million. This volume surpassed his publicly announced intention to sell 16,384 ETH.

🚨 BREAKING

VITALIK BUTERIN JUST STARTED DUMPING ETHEREUM AGAIN.

AFTER YEARS OF HODLING, HE’S NONSTOP SELLING MILLIONS OF $ETH DIRECTLY FROM HIS MAIN WALLET.

WHAT’S GOING ON?? pic.twitter.com/IRrNGUuFek

— 0xNobler (@CryptoNobler) February 23, 2026

Buterin explained the proceeds would fund open-source initiatives spanning software and hardware development in sectors including finance, governance, and biotechnology. He began 2026 controlling more than 240,000 ETH and currently maintains approximately 224,000 ETH.

Additionally, a historic Ethereum ICO-era wallet became active after extended dormancy. This wallet, silent for 10.6 years, transferred 100.275 ETH. The original investment during the ICO amounted to merely $124.

Ethereum Price Struggles Continue Since the start of 2026, ETH has experienced a 34% decline. Recent trading has kept the asset confined between $1,944 and $1,990.

Ethereum (ETH) Price Earlier this week, ETH mounted a recovery from approximately $1,900, reaching a temporary peak around $2,180 on March 5. However, this upward momentum proved short-lived, with prices retreating beneath the $2,000 threshold.

$ETH – The price has rejected at the lost high-timeframe support range I marked in some of my prior PAT Updates, which also aligns with the 2D Bull Market Support Band sitting at $2.18K.

On the mid-term, it seems that since early February the price may be forming a rising wedge,… pic.twitter.com/D5RYDuXm5N

— Luca (@CrypticTrades_) March 6, 2026

Near-term support appears established around $1,960. The critical psychological barrier remains at $2,000, while a more substantial resistance zone exists between $2,040 and $2,080.

Ethereum spot exchange-traded funds experienced $82.85 million in net withdrawals during a single trading day. Fidelity’s FETH product accounted for $67.57 million of this exodus. FETH’s total cumulative outflows have now surpassed $218 million.

Polymarket analysts estimate a 67% likelihood that ETH will decline to $1,800. A technical market analyst identified an ascending wedge formation developing since early February, projecting $1,500 as the subsequent major support level should this pattern fail.

Corporate treasury buyers have also reduced their ETH accumulation activity as prices have deteriorated. The next significant support area is projected between $1,850 and $1,900.

TLDR: ZEC surged over 700% from sub-$50 levels, briefly hitting $750 and nearing a $10 billion market cap in 2025. Winklevoss Capital and Cypherpunk Technologies poured over $76 million into ZEC during the peak privacy narrative rally. Zcash DeFi TVL collapsed from $30 million to under $2 million weeks before the governance crisis became public news. ECC’s full leadership resigned in January 2026, triggering an instant 14–25% price drop and a $7 billion valuation loss.  ZEC, the native token of Zcash’s privacy protocol, experienced one of crypto’s sharpest reversals in recent memory.

Over just a few months, the asset gained over 700%, drew billions in institutional capital, then shed most of its value.

ZEC Rally Built on Privacy Narrative and Institutional Demand From sub-$50 levels in late summer 2025, ZEC surged more than 700% within a matter of weeks. The token climbed to $400 in October before briefly touching a peak near $750 in November.

That pace placed it among the top performers across the entire crypto market. It also briefly overtook Monero in market capitalization, pushing total valuation close to $10 billion.

The surge was not purely speculative. Privacy had returned as one of the most discussed themes in the industry. A report from a16z’s State of Crypto documented a notable rise in online searches around privacy-focused tools.

Remember when $ZEC was supposed to lead Privacy and be the next big thing?

> Currently under $200
> Trigger started by core team resignation
> Lost over $7 billion in valuation

But even before the big drop, there were signs 👀

Did we ignore them or the team made it smooth?

👉… pic.twitter.com/PHs7WeU78i

— Our Crypto Talk (@ourcryptotalk) March 8, 2026

Prominent figures like Arthur Hayes and Naval Ravikant backed the concept of privacy-first transactions, framing it as a natural evolution beyond standard crypto infrastructure.

Institutional capital moved in quickly after that narrative gained ground. Cypherpunk Technologies purchased $18 million in ZEC.

Winklevoss Capital added more than $58 million, while Grayscale reopened its Zcash Trust to buyers. These purchases collectively created a strong base and helped sustain upward momentum.

The November 2025 halving further shaped market conditions. Block rewards dropped from 3.125 to 1.5625 ZEC per block.

Separately, the ZIP-1015 lockbox mechanism redirected 12% of rewards going forward. Together, these supply-side changes reinforced the bullish case during that period.

TVL Collapse and Governance Crisis Erased $7 Billion in Value Even before any governance news emerged, early warning signs appeared within the ecosystem. At the rally’s peak, Zcash DeFi recorded over $30 million in total value locked.

That figure fell to under $2 million within weeks. Prices, however, remained elevated, creating a visible gap between on-chain activity and market valuation.

That kind of disconnect tends to precede broader corrections in crypto markets. When capital exits an ecosystem quietly, it often reflects weakened conviction among active participants. The token price held on sentiment alone, while actual on-chain usage told a different story.

The breaking point arrived in January 2026. The entire leadership team of the Electric Coin Company resigned following a governance conflict with the Zcash Bootstrap nonprofit board.

As @ourcryptotalk reported, prices fell between 14% and 25% almost immediately after the announcement surfaced.

Despite the resignations, Zcash’s core protocol continued operating without interruption. The departing developers formed a new independent company and resumed work on privacy tools, including continued development of the Zashi wallet.

However, market confidence had already shifted. ZEC’s valuation fell from nearly $10 billion to around $3 billion, erasing over $7 billion in total market value across the period.

A major Made In USA coin is flashing fresh downside risk even as activity across its network grows rapidly. The token is already down about 11% year-to-date and roughly 58% over the past year.

Now, a bearish chart pattern has appeared just as capital locked on the network jumps nearly 50%, creating a rare clash between improving fundamentals and weakening price action.

Bearish Breakdown Appears Even as Network Capital ExpandsThe project in question is Hedera, with a native token named HBAR.

Recently, HBAR slipped below the neckline of a head-and-shoulders pattern, a technical formation that often signals trend reversals. This breakdown occurred on March 7 and immediately exposed the asset to further downside risk.

What makes the move unusual is that the weakness appeared just as Hedera’s network metrics improved sharply.

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HBAR Price Structure: TradingViewAccording to DeFiLlama data, the network’s Total Value Locked (TVL)—the total value of assets deposited in decentralized applications—has climbed from roughly $38.6 million on February 16 to about $60.4 million at press time. That represents over a 50% increase in just a few weeks for this Made in USA project.

Normally, rising TVL suggests growing network usage and stronger investor confidence. More capital entering decentralized applications usually supports the price of the underlying token.

Made In USA Project’s DeFi Outperformance: DefillamaBut HBAR’s chart is telling a different story.

Instead of strengthening alongside the rising TVL, the token is weakening technically. This divergence suggests the market is currently prioritizing technical structure over improving fundamentals, which often happens during broader bearish phases.

While the chart breakdown signals risk, momentum indicators show that some traders are still trying to buy the dip.

Dip Buyers Continue Accumulating HBARDespite the bearish pattern, retail traders linked to this Made in USA coin appear to be stepping into the market. One signal pointing to this behavior comes from the Money Flow Index (MFI). The MFI measures buying and selling pressure by combining price movement with trading volume. Traders often interpret it as a proxy for dip-buying activity, because rising MFI usually indicates buyers stepping in during pullbacks.

Between February 5 and March 7, HBAR’s price gradually trended higher. During the same period, the MFI also formed a rising trend, showing that traders were consistently buying the dips.

Dip Buyers In Play: TradingViewNear-term exchange flow data reinforces this signal. Since March 5 (despite price weakness), this Made in USA coin has recorded persistent exchange outflows, meaning tokens have been leaving exchanges rather than moving onto them.

Even after the head-and-shoulders breakdown on March 7, this pattern did not reverse. The latest recorded outflow shows roughly $526,770 worth of HBAR leaving exchanges, suggesting that some traders are still accumulating despite the weakening technical structure.

HBAR Buyers Active: CoinglassTaken together, the rising MFI and continued exchange outflows indicate that retail traders are still attempting to buy the dip or even guess the bottom for this Made in USA coin. However, retail buying alone does not necessarily stabilize a market. Larger capital flows often determine whether a trend ultimately reverses or continues downward.

That is where the next signal becomes critical.

Capital Outflows and Price Structure Now AlignThe Chaikin Money Flow (CMF) indicator provides insight into how larger capital is behaving. CMF tracks whether capital is entering or leaving an asset by combining price movement with volume. Traders often use it as a proxy for large-investor activity.

Recently, CMF fell below the zero line, which signals that capital outflows have begun to outweigh retail inflows. At the same time, the indicator also broke below an ascending trendline that had supported the market since early February. That trendline previously represented steady inflows helping support HBAR’s price.

Once CMF breaks such a structure, it often suggests that larger capital is stepping away from the market, even if retail traders continue buying. However, CMF overall continues to rise with the price, which shows the big money outflows aren’t as aggressive, yet.

Big Money Flow Weakens: TradingViewYet, this creates a weak setup. Retail dip buyers remain active, but the broader flow of capital is weakening (already moving out), which increases the risk that the technical breakdown continues playing out.

The HBAR price structure reflects this risk clearly.

Following the neckline break, the head-and-shoulders pattern projects a potential move toward $0.079. From the neckline, this represents roughly an 18% downside move, while from current levels near $0.094, the remaining risk is about 15%.

For bullish momentum to return, HBAR would need to reclaim the $0.101 level, which has repeatedly rejected price advances since late February. A stronger recovery would require a break above $0.106, while the entire bearish pattern becomes invalid above $0.107.

HBAR Price Analysis: TradingViewIf the token fails to reclaim $0.095 quickly, the downside structure remains intact. In that case, the next support zones appear near $0.091 and $0.082, before the full head-and-shoulders target around $0.079 comes into focus.