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monday.com Ltd. (MNDY) Q4 2025 Earnings Call February 9, 2026 8:30 AM EST

Company Participants

Byron Stephen - Director of Investor Relations
Roy Mann - Co-Founder, Co-CEO & Director
Eran Zinman - Co-Founder, Co-CEO & Director
Eliran Glazer - Chief Financial Officer
Casey George - Chief Revenue Officer

Conference Call Participants

Arjun Bhatia - William Blair & Company L.L.C., Research Division
Scott Berg - Needham & Company, LLC, Research Division
Ryan MacWilliams - Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, Research Division
Josh Baer - Morgan Stanley, Research Division
Mark Murphy - JPMorgan Chase & Co, Research Division
Brent Thill - Jefferies LLC, Research Division
Howard Ma - Guggenheim Securities, LLC, Research Division
Steven Enders - Citigroup Inc., Research Division
David Hynes - Canaccord Genuity Corp., Research Division
Damon Kogan
Aleksandr Zukin - Wolfe Research, LLC
William Fitzsimmons - Piper Sandler & Co., Research Division
Allan M. Verkhovski - BTIG, LLC, Research Division
Matthew Bullock - BofA Securities, Research Division
Taylor McGinnis - UBS Investment Bank, Research Division
Mark Schappel - Loop Capital Markets LLC, Research Division

Presentation

Operator

Good day. My name is Desiree, and I will be your conference operator today. At this time, I would like to welcome everyone to monday.com's Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2025 Earnings Conference Call. I would like to turn the call over to monday.com's Vice President of Investor Relations, Mr. Byron Stephen. Please go ahead.

Byron Stephen
Director of Investor Relations

Hello, everyone, and thank you for joining us on today's conference call to discuss the financial results for monday.com's fourth quarter and fiscal year 2025. Joining me today are Roy Mann and Eran Zinman, Co-CEOs of monday.com; Eliran Glazer, monday.com's CFO; and Casey George, monday.com's CRO. We released our results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2025 earlier today. You can find our quarterly shareholder letter, along with our investor presentation and a replay of today's webcast under the News and Events section of our IR website at ir.monday.com.

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WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds persons who invested in securities of SLM Corporation a/k/a Sallie Mae (NASDAQ: SLM) between July 25, 2025 and August 14, 2025, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the important February 17, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.

SO WHAT: If you purchased SLM 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.

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Key Takeaways MKTX reported Q4 adjusted EPS of $1.68, beating estimates, even as year-over-year EPS slipped 2.9%.MKTX revenues rose 3.5% on higher credit, emerging markets and Eurobonds trading volumes.MKTX lifted its quarterly dividend to 78 cents and authorized more buybacks via an ASR. MarketAxess Holdings Inc. (MKTX - Free Report) reported fourth-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings per share of $1.68, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 1.2%. However, the bottom line slipped 2.9% year over year.

Total revenues amounted to $209 million, which grew 3.5% year over year. Yet, the top line missed the consensus mark by 1.6%.

The quarterly results benefited on the back of solid growth in total revenues as a result of rising high-grade, high-yield, emerging markets and Eurobonds trading volumes. Commission revenues and gains in technology and post-trade services revenues also contributed to the upside. However, the upside was partly offset by rising expenses due to higher compensation and benefits, and general and administrative (G&A) costs.

MarketAxess’ Quarterly Operational UpdateCommission revenues improved 4% year over year to $181.3 million. However, the metric fell short of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $183 million and our estimate of $186.8 million. Information services revenues of $13.4 million grew 2% year over year. The metric missed the consensus mark of $14 million but surpassed our estimate of $13.2 million. Post-trade services revenues inched up 1% year over year to $11 million, while technology services revenues increased 2% year over year to $3.6 million.

Total expenses came in at $133.4 million, which escalated 9% year over year in the quarter under review due to higher employee compensation and benefits, technology and communication, professional and consulting fees, and G&A expenses. The metric was lower than our estimate of $137 million.

MarketAxess’ net income climbed 42% year over year to $92.4 million, higher than our estimate of $61 million. The net income margin of 44.1% improved 1,190 basis points year over year.

MarketAxess’ Trading VolumesThe high-grade trading volume of MarketAxess was $424.6 billion in the fourth quarter, which advanced 6% year over year but lagged the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $430.3 billion. The ADV of the same product category totaled $6.8 million, which rose 6% year over year and marginally missed the consensus mark. 

High-yield trading volume of $95.7 billion climbed 15% year over year, while ADV also rose 15% year over year to $1.5 billion. Other credit trading volume tumbled 4% year over year to $37.1 billion, whereas ADV for the same product category also declined 4% year over year to $597 million.

Trading volume and ADV of emerging markets rose 15% each on a year-over-year basis to $247.1 billion and $4 billion, respectively. The Eurobonds’ trading volume and ADV improved 20% each on a year-over-year basis.

The total credit trading volume of $958.5 billion advanced 11% year over year. Total credit ADV rose 11% to $15.4 billion and marginally beat the consensus mark. Total rates’ trading volume and ADV of this product category declined 17% each, respectively, on a year-over-year basis.

MarketAxess’ Balance Sheet (As of Dec. 31, 2025)MarketAxess exited the fourth quarter with cash and cash equivalents of $519.7 million, which fell 4.5% from the 2024-end level. Total assets of $1.8 billion inched up 1.1% from the figure at 2024-end.

The company had $220 million in outstanding borrowings under its credit facility at the fourth-quarter end. Total stockholders’ equity of $1.1 billion tumbled 17.5% from the 2024-end level.

MarketAxess’ Cash FlowsMarketAxess generated $158.6 million of net cash from operations in the fourth quarter, which slipped 10% year over year. Free cash flow plunged 33.8% year over year to $75.1 million.

MarketAxess’ Capital Deployment UpdateMarketAxess bought back shares worth $360 million in 2025. In December 2025, management sanctioned the repurchase of up to $400 million in additional common shares. The company subsequently entered into an accelerated share repurchase (ASR) agreement for $300 million, receiving 1,386,001 shares initially—representing 80% of the total expected based on the stock’s market price at execution. A leftover capacity of $205 million remained under the company’s authorized repurchase program as of Jan. 31, 2025. 

MKTX also approved a 2.6% hike in the quarterly cash dividend. The increased dividend, amounting to 78 cents per share, will be paid out on March 4, 2026, to shareholder of record as of Feb.18.

MKTX’s Full Year UpdateMarketAxess’ revenues of $846.3 million rose 4% from the 2024 figure. Adjusted earnings per share advanced 2% year over year to $7.39. Operating income of $341.8 inched up marginally year over year.

MarketAxess’ 2026 OutlookService revenues, which comprise Information Services, Post-Trade Services and Technology Services, are estimated to witness mid-single-digit percentage growth. Total expenses are anticipated to be between $530 million and $545 million for 2026. Capital expenditure is projected to be between $65 million and $75 million, while the adjusted effective tax rate is expected to lie between 24% and 26%.

MKTX’s 2026-2028 Financial TargetsIn the medium term, MarketAxess is targeting average annual total revenue growth within 8-9%, along with an average annual improvement in operating margin of 75-125 basis points.

The projections are also predicated on anticipated minimum average annual growth of approximately 6% in composite credit market ADV and around 5% in U.S. government bond TRACE market ADV.

MKTX’s Zacks RankMarketAxess currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

Other Finance Sector ReleasesOf the other Finance sector players that have reported fourth-quarter results so far, the bottom-line results of Synchrony Financial (SYF - Free Report) ,  Virtu Financial, Inc. (VIRT - Free Report) and Truist Financial Corporation (TFC - Free Report) beat the respective Zacks Consensus Estimate.

Synchrony Financial reported fourth-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $2.18, which surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 8.1%. The bottom line increased from $1.91 per share a year ago. Net interest income was $4.8 billion, which grew 3.7% year over year. However, it missed the consensus mark by 0.6%. Retailer share arrangements of Synchrony advanced 19% year over year to $1.1 billion in the quarter under review. Total loan receivables of $103.8 billion slipped 0.9% year over year. 

Total deposits dipped 1.1% year over year to $81.1 billion. Synchrony’s purchase volume rose 3.2% year over year to $49.5 billion. Interest and fees on loans totaled $5.5 billion, which increased 1% year over year. Net interest margin improved 82 basis points (bps) year over year to 15.8% in the fourth quarter. Home & Auto period-end loan receivables decreased 5.4% year over year in the fourth quarter. Purchase volume tumbled 1.6% year over year. Digital period-end loan receivables rose 2.4% year over year. Purchase volume increased 5.8% year over year. Interest and fees on loans rose 5.1% year over year. Diversified & Value period-end loan receivables increased 1.8% year over year in the quarter under review. 

Virtu Financial’s fourth-quarter adjusted EPS of $1.85 beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 44.8%. The bottom line increased 62.3% year over year. Adjusted Net Trading Income rose 34% year over year to $613.4 million, exceeding the consensus estimate by 18.2%. Revenues from commissions, net, and technology services rose 12.1% year over year to $157.4 million. Interest and dividend income of $143.9 million increased 16.3% year over year. Adjusted EBITDA increased 55.9% year over year to $442 million. 

Adjusted EBITDA margin improved year over year to 72.1% from 61.9%. In the Market Making segment, adjusted net trading income totaled $488.67 million in the fourth quarter, climbing 40.5% year over year. The unit’s revenues increased 13.7% year over year to $803.4 million. The Execution Services unit recorded adjusted net trading income of $124.8 million in the quarter under review. The unit’s total revenues rose 15.8% year over year to $158.2 million. 

Truist Financial reported fourth-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings of $1.12 per share, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.09. In the prior-year quarter, the company posted earnings of 91 cents. Total revenues in the quarter were $5.25 billion, up 3.7% year over year. The top line missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $5.27 billion. Quarterly tax-equivalent NII increased 3% year over year to $3.75 billion.  The net interest margin (NIM) remained unchanged from the prior-year quarter at 3.07%. 

Non-interest income was $1.55 billion, up 5.2% year over year. Non-interest expenses were $3.17 billion, up 4.4% year over year. The adjusted efficiency ratio was 54.9%, down from 57.7% in the prior-year quarter. As of Dec. 31, 2025, total average deposits were $396 billion, down marginally on a sequential basis. Average loans and leases held for investment of $324.8 billion rose 1.3% from the previous quarter. As of Dec. 31, 2025, total non-performing assets (NPAs) were $1.63 billion, up 10.6% from a year ago. However, net charge-offs were 0.57% of average loans and leases, down two bps from the prior-year quarter. 

Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. (MPAA) Q3 2026 Earnings Call February 9, 2026 1:00 PM EST

Company Participants

Gary Maier - Vice President of Corporate Communications and Investor Relations
Selwyn Joffe - Chairman, President & CEO
David Lee - Chief Financial Officer

Conference Call Participants

Brian Nagel - Oppenheimer & Co. Inc., Research Division
Derek Soderberg - Cantor Fitzgerald & Co., Research Division

Presentation

Operator

Thank you for standing by, and welcome to the Motorcar Parts of America Inc. Fiscal 2026 Third Quarter Conference Call and webcast. [Operator Instructions] I'd now like to turn the call over to Gary Maier, Vice President, Corporate Communications and Investor Relations. You may begin.

Gary Maier
Vice President of Corporate Communications and Investor Relations

Thank you, Rob. Thanks, everyone, for joining us for our call today for our Fiscal 2026 3rd quarter. Before I turn the call over to Selwyn Joffe, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer; and David Lee, the company's Chief Financial Officer, I'd like to remind everyone of the safe harbor statement included in today's press release.

The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 provides a safe harbor for certain forward-looking statements, including statements made during today's conference call. Such forward-looking statements are based on the company's current expectations and beliefs concerning future developments and their potential effects on the company.

There can be no assurance that future developments affecting the company will be those anticipated by Motorcar Parts of America. Actual results may differ from these projected in the forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties, some of which are beyond the control of the company and are subject to change based upon various factors.

In particular, expectations about anticipated future growth and opportunities with customers may not be achieved. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or

Key Takeaways AVO has built a global sourcing network across Mexico, Peru and beyond to supply customers year-round.Peruvian production complements Mexican supply, supporting expansion in Europe and Asia and steadier volumes.Global sourcing raises weather, geopolitical and logistics risks, making execution critical to margins. Mission Produce, Inc. (AVO - Free Report) has spent years building a global sourcing platform designed to reduce volatility and unlock consistent growth in a market defined by seasonality and disruption. With operations spanning key producing regions such as Mexico, Peru and beyond, the company has positioned itself as a year-round supplier capable of serving major retail and foodservice customers across multiple continents. As this strategy matures, the critical question is whether Mission Produce is now ready to fully deliver on the high expectations embedded in its global sourcing ambitions.

Early signs point to meaningful progress. Diversified sourcing has allowed Mission Produce to better manage supply swings, offset regional weather disruptions and maintain steadier volumes throughout the year. Peruvian production, in particular, has become an increasingly important complement to Mexican supply, enabling Mission Produce to support international expansion in Europe and Asia while reinforcing its North American presence. This flexibility enhances customer reliability and strengthens long-term relationships, especially with large retailers that value consistency over short-term pricing advantages.

However, global sourcing also brings complexity and risk. Weather variability, geopolitical uncertainty and logistics costs can quickly pressure margins if not carefully managed. Mission Produce’s ability to translate sourcing scale into sustainable profitability will depend on disciplined execution, data-driven allocation of fruit across markets and continued investment in infrastructure. If the company can balance these moving parts effectively, its global sourcing platform may evolve from a strategic aspiration into a durable competitive moat, supporting growth even as the broader producte market remains volatile.

CTVA & DOLE: Powering Global Sourcing ResilienceCorteva, Inc. (CTVA - Free Report) and Dole plc (DOLE - Free Report) are approaching global sourcing from different positions in the value chain, but both play critical roles in strengthening supply reliability and resilience across the global food system.

Corteva’s global footprint positions it as a key enabler of agricultural sourcing rather than a direct supplier of produce. Through advanced seed genetics, crop protection and digital farming solutions, the company supports growers across major agricultural regions, helping stabilize yields and reduce production risk. This technology-driven approach strengthens global supply reliability, allowing Corteva to play an important role in meeting worldwide food demand even as climate variability and input cost pressures intensify.

Dole’s global sourcing strategy is central to its identity as a fresh-produce leader. By operating across multiple growing regions and seasons, the company can balance supply availability, manage regional disruptions and deliver consistent products to key markets. Its vertically integrated model, spanning farming, logistics and distribution, enhances flexibility and reliability, positioning Dole to capitalize on global sourcing opportunities while mitigating risks tied to weather, tariffs and transportation costs.

AVO’s Price Performance, Valuation & EstimatesShares of Mission Produce have gained 11.4% in the last three months compared with the industry’s growth of 12.6%.

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From a valuation standpoint, AVO trades at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 21.98X, significantly above the industry’s average of 14.31X.

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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for AVO’s fiscal 2026 earnings suggests a year-over-year decline of 10.13%, while that for fiscal 2027 indicates growth of 4.23%. The company’s EPS estimates for fiscal 2026 and 2027 have remained stable in the past seven days.

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AVO stock currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

Recruit Holdings Co., Ltd. (RCRUY) Q3 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

MIAMI, FLORIDA / ACCESS Newswire / February 9, 2026 / TGI SOLAR POWER GROUP (OTCMarkets:TSPG) ("TGI"), a diversified technology and environmentally efficient real estate development company, hereby announces the dissolution of the previously announced agreement to acquire Shelly North Carolina, Inc. (January 23, 2023).

Following the completion of requisite due diligence reviews, TGI Solar Power elected not to proceed with the acquisition. Consequently, the two groups will remain separate entities with no integration of operations or management. This planned acquisition was never reflected as executed in TGI's financial statements.

About TGI Solar: TGI SOLAR POWER GROUP INC. is a diversified holding company. TGI's strategy is to acquire innovative and patented technologies, components, processes, designs, and methods with commercial value that provide a competitive market advantage and generate shareholder value.

Safe Harbor Statement: Statements contained herein that are not historical are forward-looking statements under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual operating results to materially differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Such statements include, but are not limited to, certain delays beyond the company's control with respect to market conditions.

For more information:

Samuel Epstein
[email protected]

SOURCE: TGI Solar Power Group, Inc.

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Earnings GrowthArguably nothing is more important than earnings growth, as surging profit levels is what most investors are after. For growth investors, double-digit earnings growth is highly preferable, as it is often perceived as an indication of strong prospects (and stock price gains) for the company under consideration.

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There have been upward revisions in current-year earnings estimates for Wesco International. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the current year has surged 0.2% over the past month.

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

This combination indicates that Wesco International is a potential outperformer and a solid choice for growth investors.

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Bottom LineCharles Schwab has not only earned a Growth Score of B based on a number of factors, including the ones discussed above, but it also carries a Zacks Rank #2 because of the positive earnings estimate revisions.

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SummaryNetskope is recommended as a buy at $12.60, with valuation highly compressed due to sector-wide fears over Anthropic’s Cowork and overall concerns that software business models are at risk.NTSK’s leading SASE and CASB technology, especially in AI/ML-driven data loss prevention, drives market share gains and strong customer adoption.Recent results show Netskope to have achieved 33% revenue growth, 118% net retention, improved margins, and positive free cash flow, with cautious guidance likely conservative.Despite macro and execution risks, NTSK’s differentiated technology and AI security positioning support expectations for consistent beat-and-raise quarters and positive alpha. JHVEPhoto/iStock Editorial via Getty Images

Netskope - A significant market share gainer at the frontier of cyber security The great sector rotation has unearthed some unlikely valuations. It is as though some reverse tsunami had left a seabed with artifacts

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MIAMI, Feb. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chris-Craft, America’s Boatbuilder Since 1874, will unveil the all-new Launch 27 at the Discover Boating® Miami International Boat Show®, February 11–15 at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Reimagined from bow to stern, the next-generation Launch 27 blends modern performance with timeless design, offering boaters a more refined, more connected and more effortless experience on the water.

For more than 25 years, the Launch 27 has been one of the most beloved models in the Chris-Craft portfolio—known for its iconic silhouette, smooth ride and unmistakable craftsmanship. The newly redesigned model elevates everything owners love: richer materials, enhanced comfort, and advanced technology that brings luxury and usability together in a fresh, contemporary expression of a Chris-Craft classic.

“The Launch 27 has long been an iconic model in the Chris-Craft portfolio, and we set out to thoughtfully reimagine the boat—building upon its timeless foundation of classic elegance, design excellence, and exceptional craftsmanship,” said Ron Berman, engineering lead at Chris-Craft. “Our goal was to seamlessly integrate the latest marine technologies to elevate performance, comfort and the overall on-water experience.

The exterior design of the Launch 27 has a sleek sporty profile, combining stainless steel, teak and hardware for an elegant appearance. A cross-curve glass windshield blends seamlessly into the design.

The interior is spacious with abundant seating and puts passenger experience above all else. Every detail of the upholstery design has been elevated. The cockpit includes folding steps with grab rail system that provide easy access to and from the cockpit. Additionally, the cockpit includes large storage compartments beneath the seat cushions, a teak table and recessed side storage with cup holders and accent lighting. Wrap around seating in the bow area provides a spacious and comfortable seating arrangement. Standard on the Launch 27 is a concealed Bimini top that stows neatly out of sight when not in use, ensuring maximum comfort without compromising the boat’s clean lines. For the first time, customers can also opt for a power Bimini that deploys at the push of a button—an innovative feature designed to make time on the water easier and more enjoyable.

The Launch 27’s helm provides the feeling of driving a sports car with classic and sporty touchpoints. The Innovative Chris-Craft User interface elevates the experience with a new Garmin 1543 XSV Ultrawide display that allows for audio, switching, engine data, sonar and navigation information integration in a single Interface. The standard audio system includes a Fusion source unit and 4 JL Sport grill M3 speakers. The available premium audio system delivers an elevated listening experience, featuring custom‑tuned JL Audio speakers engineered exclusively for Chris‑Craft.

Celebrated for bringing the family together in style, the boat features a full beam wrap around swim platform with a manual swim step and safety interlock function. The engine hatch includes fixed sun pads and removable center section for easy access to the cockpit.

“As we celebrate America’s 250th birthday this year, it’s worth noting that the Chris-Craft story is an American story,” said Chris-Craft President Steve Heese. “For more than 150 years, we have carved out a proud place in our nation’s history and in the hearts of boat lovers around the world. We are committed to building on this legacy by investing in new technologies and designs that expand our offerings and upholding the Chris-Craft standards of excellence in boat design,”

For more information about the Launch 27 from Chris-Craft, visit www.chriscraft.com. To see the boat at its world debut at the Miami International Boat Show, please visit the Miami Beach Convention Center – MB 1966.

ABOUT CHRIS-CRAFT
Chris-Craft, America's Boatbuilder Since 1874, leads the industry in craftsmanship and quality which represents the company's enduring devotion to its proud past. Chris-Craft is headquartered in Sarasota, Florida and has developed the following sterndrive and outboard power boat models for the 2026 Collection: The Sportster, Launch, Launch GT, Calypso and the Catalina; which range in length from 25 to 35 feet. For more information, please visit: www.chriscraft.com. Chris-Craft is a fully owned subsidiary of Winnebago Industries (NYSE: WGO), a 68-year-old manufacturer of innovative outdoor lifestyle products.

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Grosse Pointe, Michigan, Feb. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Broad Arrow Auctions, driven by Hagerty (NYSE: HGTY), is delighted to announce an exciting lineup of game-changing cars of the 1990s and 2000s for its upcoming Amelia Auction. Set for March 6-7 at the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island in Florida, Broad Arrow’s two-day sale is the official auction of the renowned Amelia Concours and will feature more than 150 exceptional cars on the shores of the Atlantic, making for an incredible week for the international community of collectors and driving enthusiasts.

Leading latest entries for the Amelia Auction is a series of cultural icons of the 1990s and 2000s, that together make up perhaps the ultimate track-inspired performance garage of the millennium era. The group is crowned by a 1996 Nissan NISMO 400R (Estimate: $900,000 - $1,100,000), a “forbidden fruit” in North America until 2021, which had steadily garnered an underground following of enthusiasts for years via its appearance in the video game racing series Gran Turismo. First appearing in the series’ inaugural entry on Sony’s PlayStation in 1998, the 400R was one of the hardest cars to unlock in-game as well as one of the fastest. This quickly gave the 400R, which most Americans had never heard of before, a cult-like reputation, exposing millions of car enthusiasts from a multi-generational background to this ultra-rare Nissan that wouldn’t appear on Western shores until decades later. 

The Nissan NISMO 400R is sacred among Japanese car collectors who are enamored by the venerable Skyline GT-R. Nissan Motorsports International (NISMO), fresh from their Le Mans campaign with the GT-R LM, introduced the limited-run 400R in 1995 as a road-legal dissertation on what they had learned through their endurance racing ventures. Hand built at Nissan’s Omori factory, this special beast’s 400R model name denotes the reported horsepower output from its fully renovated RB26DETT twin-turbocharged 2.6-liter inline-six engine- enlarged to 2.8 liters, fitted with larger N1 turbochargers, and labeled the RBX-GT2. The 400R’s arsenal of mechanical and aerodynamic upgrades propelled the 400R from zero-to-60 mph in four seconds and to a top speed of 186 mph; a road-legal track monster with supercar performance.  

The NISMO 400R on offer in Broad Arrow’s 2026 Amelia Auction is number 8 of a mere 44 examples produced, and one of only a handful believed to be in the U.S. It is finished in QM1 White over a black NISMO interior with red stitching and covered limited mileage under nearly three decades of Japanese ownership before it was imported to the U.S. in 2024. Carefully maintained, recently serviced, and showing 16,313 kilometers (10,136 miles), this is among the rarest and most desirable GT-Rs ever produced. Watch the NISMO 400R on track here.

Joining the Nissan in Amellia Island is the production counterpart of another Gran Turismo star that was also unavailable stateside when new, a 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK DTM AMG Cabriolet (Estimate: $550,000 - $650,000). One of AMG’s most potent creations, the CLK DTM AMG originally launched in 2004 as a coupe, celebrating the brand’s triumphs in the Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft (DTM) series. All 100 coupes sold out immediately, and in 2005, Mercedes followed up with an even rarer Cabriolet version. Limited to just 80 units, the CLK DTM AMG Cabriolet became the world’s fastest four-seat convertible with a top speed of 186 mph, drawing high-profile owners including Juan Pablo Montoya and Mika Häkkinen. 

Developed by HWA AG and AMG, the car was powered by a 5.4-liter supercharged V8, producing 582 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque. It could sprint from zero-to-62 mph in just four seconds, with its performance matched by an aggressive design inspired by the DTM race car. The interior featured racing-inspired luxury, fitted with leather-clad AMG sport bucket seats, a suede-trimmed racing steering wheel, and four-point harnesses.

Delivered new in Germany, the example on offer at Broad Arrow’s 2026 Amelia Auction is finished in Iridium Silver, echoing the legendary Silver Arrow racers, while the interior is appointed in Black Alcantara. The car passed to a new caretaker in New Zealand from 2011 until 2024, when the current owner exported the car to the U.S. It was certified to be EPA and CARB compliant in October 2024. Today, this rarely seen car displays just 5,460 miles. With its motorsport pedigree, top-down thrills, and exclusivity, this is the pinnacle of the track-focused CLK lineage.

“Broad Arrow caters to collectors of all segments, with a decided focus on what today’s most active buyers and the rising generation of collectors are looking for,” said Barney Ruprecht, Vice-President of Auctions for Broad Arrow. “This focus is on full display in our 2026 Amelia Auction, with a lineup of cars that made a significant cultural impact in the Y2K era and that elicit youthful memories for a whole generation of our clients. You could essentially build the Gran Turismo garage of your dreams at our Amelia Auction, with more exciting cars that fit the bill to come.”

Additional thrilling millennium-era performance cars on offer at Broad Arrow’s 2026 Amelia Auction include:

An impressively low-mileage 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (Estimate: $575,000 - $650,000), showing just 1,257 km (781 miles) from new and finished in its original Spa Silver over a Smoke Grey leather interior. With just 281 examples ever built, the XJ220 was the world’s fastest production car on debut, blending Le Mans-bred engineering with dramatic design.A stellar example of Ford's “Pace Car for an Entire Company,” a 2005 Ford GT (Estimate: $450,000 - $550,000 | Offered Without Reserve) fitted with all four available options from new. Finished in popular Midnight Blue Metallic with White racing stripes, it shows just 4,169 miles at the time of cataloging.An exceedingly rare 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL 70 AMG (Estimate: $260,000 - $280,000), which remains a prized find among AMG collectors today. A combination of the AMG-crafted 7.0-liter V12 with low-mileage originality and the added appeal of the panoramic hardtop makes this an ultimate AMG collectible.A 2001 RUF RGT (Estimate: $250,000 - $280,000), RUF's uncaged interpretation of the 996-generation 911 GT3 and one of just 17 examples built by RUF in Pfaffenhausen. Finished in special order Mandarina Perlado over a two-tone red and tan interior, it is equipped with all-wheel drive, rare two-piece RUF wheels by OZ Racing, and air conditioning.A wonderfully specified 2004 Ferrari 360 Modena (Estimate: $180,000 - $220,000 | Offered Without Reserve) in Giallo Modena over Nero leather. Equipped with the desirable six-speed gated manual transmission and routinely serviced, this car was accepted for Ferrari Classiche certification and awaits its “Red Book”.A fantastic example of the modern-day successor to the 507, a 2002 BMW Z8 (Estimate: $140,000 - $160,000 | Offered Without Reserve). Offering a potent V8 mated to an engaging six-speed manual transmission, this highly collectible car shows just 36,386 miles at cataloging.A meticulously maintained 1997 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S (Estimate: $130,000 - $160,000 | Offered Without Reserve) offered from 22 years of ownership with its current caretaker. This highly collectible, widebody, all-wheel drive 911 is optioned with both Aerokit I and II and powered by Porsche's final air-cooled, naturally aspirated flat-six mated to a six-speed manual transmission. Additional information on all lots offered in Broad Arrow’s 2026 Amelia Auction is available at broadarrowauctions.com. Limited consignment opportunities remain. Interested consignors are invited to speak with a Broad Arrow car specialist by emailing [email protected] or by calling +1-313-312-0780.

Members of the press on official editorial assignment, along with qualified content creators, are invited to apply for media credentials to attend Broad Arrow’s Amelia preview and auction by writing to the Broad Arrow Press Team at [email protected].

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1996 Nissan NISMO 400R (Credit – Anthony Purcell/Courtesy of Broad Arrow).2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK DTM AMG Cabriolet (Credit – Ted7/Courtesy of Broad Arrow).1993 Jaguar XJ220 (Credit – Courtesy of Broad Arrow).1997 Mercedes-Benz SL 70 AMG (Credit – Jasen Delgado/Courtesy of Broad Arrow). About Broad Arrow Auctions

Broad Arrow Auctions, driven by Hagerty (NYSE: HGTY), is a leading global collector car auction house founded in 2021 by industry veterans. As the fastest-growing auction house in its segment, Broad Arrow connects exceptional collector cars with enthusiasts worldwide through flagship events including The Monterey Auction, The Amelia Auction (the official auction of The Amelia Concours), The Porsche Auction in collaboration with Air | Water by Luftgekühlt, the Las Vegas Auction in partnership with Concours at Wynn Las Vegas, as well as international auctions held in partnership with Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, Zoute Grand Prix, and Auto Zürich.

Learn more at broadarrowauctions.com and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and X. 

About Hagerty, Inc. (NYSE: HGTY)

Hagerty is a company built by drivers for drivers, protecting 2.7 million vehicles in the United States, Canada and the UK. We make it easier and more enjoyable for enthusiasts to drive and celebrate the machines they love through innovative insurance products, live and digital auctions, engaging media and events, as well as the Hagerty Drivers Club, the world’s largest community of car lovers.  

For more information, please visit www.hagerty.com or www.newsroom.hagerty.com.   

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1996 Nissan NISMO 400R set for Broad Arrow's 2026 Amelia Auction on March 6-7. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK DTM AMG Cabriolet set for Broad Arrow's 2026 Amelia Auction on March 6-7.

1996 Nissan NISMO 400R set for Broad Arrow's 2026 Amelia Auction on March 6-7. Credit – Anthony Purcell/Courtesy of Broad Arrow 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK DTM AMG Cabriolet set for Broad Arrow's 2026 Amelia Auction on March 6-7. Credit – Ted7/Courtesy of Broad Arrow

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Weekly Economic Snapshot: Jobs Data Softens While Consumer Sentiment Rises The U.S. labor market showed further signs of cooling last week as private sector hiring slowed and job openings reached their lowest levels in over five years. While a brief government shutdown delayed official federal employment data, private reports and turnover summaries reinforced a narrative of diminishing demand for workers. Despite these softening conditions, consumer sentiment provided a modest bright spot, inching to its highest point since last summer. As the S&P 500 continues to hover near record highs, investors are now looking toward a packed data week, including the delayed BLS jobs report and fresh inflation figures, to gauge the Federal Reserve’s next move.

ADP Employment Report Due to a brief partial government shutdown last week, the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ (BLS) monthly jobs report was postponed until this coming Wednesday. Consequently, the ADP private sector employment report took center stage in assessing the current labor market.

The January ADP employment report showed the private sector added 22,000 jobs last month, missing the projected 46,000 by more than half. This represents a significant decline from the 37,000 jobs added in December, signaling a continued slowdown in private sector hiring.

The job gains were most notable among mid-size businesses (those with 50-249 employees), which added 37,000 jobs. In contrast, small businesses with 20-49 employees experienced the largest loss, shedding 30,000 jobs.

Job Openings and Labor Turnover Summary (JOLTS) The cooling narrative was further supported by the latest JOLTS report, which showed job openings falling for a third consecutive month in December. Openings dropped to 6.542 million, the lowest level since September 2020 and significantly below the expected 7.200 million vacancies.

Crucially, the job openings-to-unemployed-workers ratio fell to 0.87, its lowest point in nearly four years. This shift indicates that there are now more unemployed individuals seeking work than there are available job openings.

Michigan Consumer Sentiment In a slight reversal of the labor market’s gloom, consumer sentiment rose for a third straight month in February. The University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index inched up 0.9 points to 57.3, outperforming the forecasted 55.0. However, this six-month peak offers little relief as sentiment remains historically low, currently sitting in the 3rd percentile of the series’ history.

The “current conditions” subcomponent rose for a second straight month, while the “expectations” subcomponent fell for the first time in four months. However, optimism is still tempered by ongoing price pressures and a perceived weakening in labor markets. On the inflation front, near-term expectations cooled for a sixth straight month, dropping from 4.0% in January to 3.5% in February. Long-term expectations rose for a second straight month, inching up from 3.3% to 3.4% for the five-year outlook.

The Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLY) is tied to consumer sentiment.

Market Reactions The S&P 500 experienced a mid-week slump before rebounding on Friday with its strongest single-day gain since May. The index ended the week down -0.1% but remains within reach of a new record high. As a result, the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) fell -0.2% last week. Meanwhile, the S&P Equal Weight Index was up 2.1% from the previous week and the Invesco S&P 500® Equal Weight ETF (RSP) rose 2.1%.

The 10-year Treasury yield finished the week at 4.22%, while the 2-year note finished at 3.50%.

The CME FedWatch Tool currently indicates an 82% likelihood that the Fed will hold rates steady at their next meeting, compared to a 18% likelihood of a 25 basis point cut. Markets are currently projecting two 25 basis point cuts for 2026, coming at the June and September meetings, and none in 2027.

Economic Data in the Week Ahead Monday: No notable data Tuesday: Retail Sales (Dec), NFIB Small Business Optimism Index (Jan) Wednesday: BLS Employment Report (Jan) Thursday: Weekly Jobless Claims, Existing Home Sales (Jan) Friday: Consumer Price Index (Jan) Originally published on Advisor Perspectives

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SANTA CLARA, Calif., Feb. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) announced that Ariel Kelman has been appointed Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, effective immediately. Kelman will lead the AMD global marketing organization, overseeing brand, communications, events, developer relations and go-to-market strategy.

Kelman will report to Ruth Cotter, Senior Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer, and will work closely with the AMD executive team to deepen engagement with customers, partners, developers and the broader technology ecosystem as AMD continues to scale its product and solutions leadership.

“Ariel is a proven marketing leader with deep experience building brands, driving marketing impact at scale and connecting innovation to customer value,” said Cotter. “As AMD continues to expand our portfolio and deliver industry-leading high-performance and AI solutions across data center, embedded, client and gaming, Ariel’s leadership will be instrumental in sharpening our storytelling, advancing our marketing organization and accelerating our momentum.”

Kelman brings more than two decades of experience leading global marketing organizations at some of the world’s most respected enterprise and technology companies. Most recently, he served as president and CMO at Salesforce, where he led the company’s global marketing organization. He also held senior leadership roles at Amazon Web Services and Oracle, where he helped scale and modernize global marketing teams during periods of rapid growth.

“I’m thrilled to join AMD at such an exciting moment in the company’s journey,” said Kelman. “I’m looking forward to working with the team to elevate the AMD brand, deepen engagement with customers and partners and capture the massive AI data center opportunity enabled by AMD’s uniquely differentiated products. That combination is what energizes me most.”

About AMD
AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) drives innovation in high-performance and AI computing to solve the world’s most important challenges. Today, AMD technology powers billions of experiences across cloud and AI infrastructure, embedded systems, AI PCs and gaming. With a broad portfolio of AI-optimized CPUs, GPUs, networking and software, AMD delivers full-stack AI solutions that provide the performance and scalability needed for a new era of intelligent computing. Learn more at www.amd.com.

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Key Takeaways PLSE reported 100% procedural success at six months and 96% at one year in a 150-patient AF cohort.Pulse Biosciences showed short procedures and 1.3% serious adverse events, with 9.8-minute fluoroscopy.PLSE plans pivotal IDE studies in Europe and the U.S., following positive feasibility results for nPulse. Pulse Biosciences (PLSE - Free Report) recently announced late-breaking data from its first-in-human feasibility study of the nPulse Cardiac Catheter System using Nanosecond Pulsed Field Ablation energy. Presented at the 31st Annual AF Symposium 2026 in Boston, the study showed effective atrial fibrillation treatment in a cohort of 150 patients, with short procedural durations and minimal incidence of adverse effects. Among evaluable patients, the study reported 100% procedural success at six months and 96% at one year post-procedure.

Management stated that the dataset represents a significant development for the company, underscoring a strong combination of workflow efficiencies and clinical outcome improvements. Study findings support the safety profile, efficacy, lesion quality and procedural speed of the nPulse Cardiac Catheter Ablation System, positioning the platform as a differentiated first-in-class technology with potential best-in-class performance. Management announced plans to initiate pivotal IDE studies that will expand patient treatment in Europe and the United States.

Likely Trend of PLSE Stock Following the NewsShares of PLSE have gained 51.6% since the announcement on Thursday. Over the past six months, shares of the company have climbed 39.5% against the industry’s 0.4% decline. However, the S&P 500 has risen 11% during the same time frame.

In the long run, Pulse Biosciences’ encouraging first-in-human feasibility data for its nPulse Cardiac Catheter System is likely to strengthen the company’s clinical and commercial outlook. High procedural success rates, low serious adverse incidents and short procedure times support the platform’s safety, efficacy and workflow advantages, positioning the technology as a differentiated entrant in the expanding pulsed field ablation market. Positive physician feedback and continued patient enrollment across European centers enhance clinical validation and adoption prospects. The planned initiation of a pivotal IDE study in the United States represents a key regulatory and commercialization milestone, which could accelerate market entry, improve investor sentiment and expand long-term revenue opportunities for the company.

PLSE currently has a market capitalization of $1.41 billion.

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More on the nPulse Cardiac Catheter Feasibility StudyKey study outcomes demonstrated a 100% procedural success rate at six months among evaluable patients and a 96% success rate at one year. Procedural metrics included an average of 16.1 applications per procedure. Total procedure and fluoroscopy times were 65 ± 28 minutes and 9.8 ± 5.8 minutes, respectively, and left atrial dwell time was 21.0 ± 13.3 minutes. Safety findings showed a low 1.3% incidence of serious adverse events related to the primary endpoint.

The ongoing first-in-human trial is designed to assess the initial safety and efficacy of the nPulse Cardiac Catheter System for AF treatment (NCT06696170). 165 patients have been treated across nine European centers, including sites in Prague, Hasselt and Rome. Patients in the initial treatment cohort have been evaluated by remapping at approximately three months and rhythm outcomes at six and twelve months post-ablation, forming a comprehensive dataset for early performance assessment.

Dr. Vivek Reddy, Director of Cardiac Arrhythmia Services at Mount Sinai Fuster Heart Hospital, noted that the six- and twelve-month results indicate a favorable safety profile and durable pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) using the nPulse Cardiac Catheter Ablation System, suggesting potential to improve atrial fibrillation treatment. He added that the system’s conformable catheter design, differentiated energy delivery and zero-rotation workflow support efficient procedures and competitive performance relative to other AF feasibility studies.

According to Dr. David Kenigsberg, Chief Medical Officer, Electrophysiology at Pulse Biosciences, the study outcomes position the nPulse Cardiac Catheter as a potential first-in-class platform for atrial fibrillation treatment, with PVI results exceeding typical recurrence expectations. He noted that the nanosecond PFA energy platform, integrated with 3D mapping, may enable precise and durable pulmonary vein isolation.

Industry Prospects Favoring the MarketGoing by the data provided by Precedence Research, the pulsed field ablation market is valued at $1.6 billion in 2026 and is expected to witness a CAGR of 33.2% through 2033. Factors like the rising prevalence of arrhythmias, the demand for minimally invasive cardiac interventions and the adoption of tissue-selective, non-thermal ablation technologies are driving the market’s growth.

Other NewsIn December 2025, Pulse Biosciences announced that the FDA had approved an Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) for its nPulse Cardiac Catheter Ablation System, enabling initiation of the NANOPULSE-AF clinical study for the treatment of paroxysmal atrial fibrillation. The single-arm, multicenter, prospective study will evaluate the primary safety and effectiveness of the nsPFA catheter system in patients with recurrent, drug-resistant symptomatic PAF. The study is expected to enroll up to 145 patients across approximately 30 sites, including three international centers.

PLSE’s Zacks Rank & Stocks to ConsiderCurrently, PLSE carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).

Some better-ranked stocks from the broader medical space are Veracyte (VCYT - Free Report) , Intuitive Surgical (ISRG - Free Report) and Masimo Corporation (MASI - Free Report) .

Veracyte, sporting a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) at present, reported third-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of 51 cents, which surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 59.4%. Revenues of $131.8 million beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 5.5%. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

VCYT has an estimated earnings recession rate of 3% for 2026 compared with the industry’s 17.4% rise. The company beat earnings estimates in the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 45.1%.

Intuitive Surgical, sporting a Zacks Rank #1 at present, reported fourth-quarter 2025 adjusted EPS of $2.53, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 12.4%. Revenues of $2.87 billion surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 4.7%.

ISRG has an estimated long-term earnings growth rate of 15.7% for 2026 compared with the industry’s 12.7% rise. The company beat earnings estimates in the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 13.2%.

Masimo, currently carrying a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reported a third-quarter 2025 adjusted EPS of $1.32, which surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 10.9%. Revenues of $371.5 million beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 1.3%.

MASI has an estimated long-term earnings growth rate of 17.1% compared with the industry’s 12.7% rise. The company’s earnings beat estimates in the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 12.4%.

CME announced the beginning of Cardano, Stellar, and Chainlink futures. The relatively older altcoins arrive just as CME posted peak trading volumes in January. 

CME announced the long-awaited futures for Cardano, Stellar, and Chainlink. The three altcoins were prominent during previous altcoin bull markets, but are now more subdued following the 2026 downturn. 

Despite this, CME adds more crypto assets following the trading record in January. CME has also shown confidence in the crypto market by announcing a CME coin. 

The futures were announced first on January 15, selecting crypto coins that were relatively stable, but barely broke out during the 2025 bull market. The new futures will offer ADA futures equivalent to 100,000 ADA, or micro-futures for 10,000 ADA. 

Cardano futures are now live on @CMEGroup.

A monumental step for institutional adoption. https://t.co/CYtyCJ9ilF pic.twitter.com/Sudj4npZn0

— Cardano Foundation (@Cardano_CF) February 9, 2026

The contracts for Chainlink will be for 5,000 LINK and 250 LINK. Stellar Lumens will trade in futures for 250,000 XLM or 12,500 XLM. 

Cardano, Stellar and Chainlink still trade near lows Following the CME futures news, ADA traded at $0.26, ranked 13th among crypto assets. 

LINK traded near its lows at $8.68, ranked 18th among crypto assets. Despite the key role of Chainlink for oracle data in DeFi and exchanges, LINK traded as a utility token, failing to break out to $50 again. 

XLM traded at $0.15, remaining within its usual range. Stellar’s ambitions to rival Ripple brought it more significant exposure, but the project lagged in adoption. 

The biggest problem for Cardano and Stellar is that they lag behind other protocols in building an app-based economy or attracting developers. Stellar only carries $172M in value locked, while Cardano drew in $127M. Both chains spoke of their institutional appeal, and Stellar had multiple partnerships for cross-border payments, including with IBM. 

Despite this, the assets did not regain the initial appeal of their early pumps. Cardano spent most of its time preparing for hard forks, while the chain was barely used for apps. 

CME adds cult tokens, but will they gain mass appeal?  ADA, XLM, and LINK have behaved as cult tokens in the past few years, becoming some of the most widely mentioned tickers. Despite this, newer crypto-native cohorts have shifted to new asset types. 

CME futures may be used to hedge the risk of actual tokens, similar to using more complex derivative strategies for BTC. 

On social media, the mindshare of ADA fell by 26% in the past day to 0.2%. The mindshare of XLM rose by 50% up to 0.1%. LINK has the highest mindshare of the three at 0.4%, recently increasing by 68%. 

ADA is not yet oversold, based on its RSI index, and is showing a ‘wait’ signal. XLM is showing overbought signals, while LINK sentiment is neutral, but the token shows a ‘sell’ signal. The tokens track the overall bearish market sentiment, and the CME futures may be used to offset the downside risks.

Ether has traders split between a long term “supercycle” setup and a short term trendline fight. Meanwhile, charts show ETH holding key support near $2,000 as it tries to push higher.

Ethereum Supercycle Talk Rises as ETH Stays in a Long RangeEther’s long stretch of sideways trading has revived “supercycle” chatter after analyst Bitcoinsensus shared an ETH/USD TradingView chart on X that compares today’s structure with earlier cycle bases. The chart highlights past periods where ETH moved flat for months, then broke higher and delivered outsized gains, and it argues the current consolidation could be building a similar floor rather than signaling weakness.

Ethereum Weekly ETH U.S. Dollar Chart: Source: Bitcoinsensus (@Bitcoinsensus)

The graphic marks several historical “base” zones followed by sharp upside expansions. In those earlier cycles, ETH spent extended time absorbing selling pressure, then shifted into trend once price cleared a defined range ceiling on the weekly chart. As a result, the analyst frames the present market as another long reset phase that could precede a large move if buyers regain control at the top of the range.

At the same time, the current structure still looks range bound rather than directional. The chart shows ETH spending much of 2023 through early 2026 moving within a wide band, with rebounds from lower support areas and repeated pullbacks that kept price from sustaining a breakout. Therefore, the historical pattern in the chart suggests a possible setup, but it does not confirm a new cycle leg until ETH decisively leaves the range on strong weekly closes.

Ethereum Tests Downtrend Line as Analyst Keeps $2,000 to $2,075 Support in FocusMeanwhile, Ether moved back into a key technical test as it pressed against a descending trendline on a short-term ETHUSD chart shared by More Crypto Online on X. The analyst said Ethereum is “now testing the first trendline,” while the broader recovery attempt stays intact as long as price holds above a tightened support band.

Ethereum Short Term ETHUSD 10 Minute Chart: Source: More Crypto Online (@Morecryptoonl)

More Crypto Online said the micro support zone now sits between about $2,000 and $2,075. Price traded near $2,128 on the chart snapshot, which kept ETH above that nearby floor. As a result, the analyst described the move as a direct recovery rally that remains in place while the upper support zone holds.

The chart also shows two shaded support areas. The higher band clusters around the low-$2,000 region, while the lower band extends into the high-$1,800s, with labels near roughly $1,932, $1,886, and $1,822. Therefore, the setup frames the trendline as the immediate hurdle and the $2,000–$2,075 area as the closest level that needs to stay defended to avoid a deeper pullback into the lower support box.

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Bitcoin took a beating. The cryptocurrency tumbled from $81,500 to $60,000 in just days during February 2026, and now everyone’s scrambling to Google for answers about what the hell just happened to their digital gold.

Google Trends data shows Bitcoin searches hit their highest peak in over a year during the first week of February. The timing isn’t coincidental – people started frantically typing “Bitcoin” into search bars right as the price began its nosedive. Investors, casual observers, and probably a lot of panicked crypto bros all wanted to know why their portfolios were bleeding red. The correlation between Bitcoin’s market meltdown and public curiosity is pretty much undeniable at this point.

Nobody saw this coming.

The crypto community got blindsided by the rapid sell-off that knocked Bitcoin off its $81,500 throne. One day traders were celebrating new highs, the next they’re watching their gains evaporate faster than morning dew. But here’s the thing – even when Bitcoin crashes, it still commands attention like no other digital asset can. People can’t look away from a good train wreck, and Bitcoin’s volatility delivers that drama in spades.

Search activity doesn’t necessarily mean people are buying or selling though. Most folks are probably just trying to figure out what’s happening and whether they should panic or see this as a buying opportunity. The data basically shows that Bitcoin still has this weird magnetic pull on public interest, even when it’s tanking hard.

Google won’t spill details about specific search terms or which regions are driving the surge. That’s frustrating.

We’re left guessing whether people are searching “Bitcoin crash,” “buy Bitcoin dip,” or “how to sell Bitcoin fast.” The lack of granular data makes it tough to read the tea leaves on market sentiment.

JPMorgan analysts jumped in on February 5 with their take. They warned that Bitcoin’s sudden drop could trigger margin calls for leveraged traders, which would pile more selling pressure onto an already stressed market. When traders get margin calls, they’re forced to sell positions to cover their bets – and that creates a nasty downward spiral that can accelerate price declines.

The New York Stock Exchange saw trading volumes spike for Bitcoin-related financial products on February 7. Institutional players weren’t sitting on their hands – they were actively trading the volatility, probably looking for arbitrage plays or trying to hedge their existing crypto exposure. Wall Street doesn’t sleep when there’s money to be made from chaos.

Binance felt the heat too. The exchange’s systems slowed down on February 6 because so many people were trying to trade at once. They put out a statement promising to beef up their infrastructure, but it shows how Bitcoin volatility can break even the biggest crypto platforms when panic sets in.

Cathie Wood from ARK Investment Management tried to calm nerves during a February 8 webcast. She basically said this volatility is normal for Bitcoin and that long-term believers should view crashes as buying opportunities. Wood’s been bullish on Bitcoin for years, so her optimism isn’t surprising, but her voice carries weight with institutional investors.

Coinbase reported a 20% jump in new user sign-ups compared to the previous week on February 9. That’s interesting – while existing investors might be panicking, new people are actually joining the platform. Maybe they’re bargain hunters, or maybe the media coverage around Bitcoin’s crash is creating FOMO among people who missed previous rallies.

The SEC got bombarded with questions from institutional investors that same day. They wanted to understand how Bitcoin’s wild price swings might affect regulated investment products tied to the cryptocurrency. The SEC hasn’t said much yet, but all those inquiries show that traditional finance is paying close attention to crypto volatility.

Elon Musk couldn’t resist chiming in on February 10. He tweeted that Bitcoin’s price action was “a wild ride,” which is pretty typical Musk – casual but loaded with implications since Tesla holds Bitcoin on its balance sheet. His tweets still move markets, and this one probably added fuel to the ongoing speculation about where Bitcoin heads next.

The Bank of England decided to weigh in on February 11 with warnings about cryptocurrency risks to financial stability. They’re basically telling investors to be careful, which is central banker speak for “this stuff is dangerous and unpredictable.” Traditional financial institutions are clearly nervous about crypto’s growing influence and the potential spillover effects from major price swings.

Bitcoin’s dominance in the crypto space means its volatility affects everything else. When Bitcoin crashes, altcoins usually follow, and when Bitcoin surges, it lifts the entire sector. The recent price action and search spike prove that Bitcoin remains the undisputed king of digital assets, for better or worse.

Market analysts and Bitcoin developers have been notably quiet about the recent events. Their silence is kind of telling – maybe they’re waiting to see how things play out before making bold predictions or offering explanations for the crash.

The crypto landscape keeps shifting, and Bitcoin’s ability to generate massive public interest during both rallies and crashes shows its staying power. Whether that’s good or bad depends on your perspective, but it’s definitely not boring.

The crash exposed how thinly traded Bitcoin remains during overnight hours and weekends. Major institutional players like MicroStrategy and Marathon Digital Holdings saw their stock prices plummet alongside Bitcoin, with MicroStrategy dropping 15% on February 6 alone. These companies hold massive Bitcoin reserves on their balance sheets, making them essentially leveraged plays on the cryptocurrency. When Bitcoin moves, they amplify those swings for traditional stock investors.

El Salvador’s government stayed unusually quiet during the selloff, despite holding over 2,700 Bitcoin as legal tender reserves. President Nayib Bukele, who typically tweets about Bitcoin purchases during dips, went radio silent this time. The country’s Bitcoin experiment faces real pressure when crashes like this threaten their national treasury. Meanwhile, the Chicago Mercantile Exchange saw Bitcoin futures trading volumes surge 340% compared to the previous week, as institutional traders rushed to hedge or speculate on the volatility.

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In brief South Korean regulators are investigating Bithumb after the exchange mistakenly credited users $43 billion in Bitcoin. The error triggered a sell-off that crashed Bitcoin’s price on Bithumb, prompting the company to offer compensation. Officials said the incident exposed serious structural and regulatory weaknesses in crypto exchanges. South Korean regulators have begun investigations into Bithumb, days after the crypto exchange accidentally sent some $43 billion worth of Bitcoin to hundreds of customer accounts.

At a Monday press conference, the head of South Korea’s Financial Supervisory Service told reporters that the error “laid bare the structural problems of virtual asset exchanges’ ledger systems.” The regulator has begun onsite inspections of Bithumb’s operations, according to local reports.

Late last week, Bithumb erroneously airdropped hundreds of customers as much as 2,000 BTC each (a sum worth $140 million at writing) instead of 2,000 Korean won ($1.37). The transfers only occurred on the company’s internal ledgers, and did not involve actual on-chain Bitcoin movements.

But nonetheless, the massive error led to a huge sell-off of paper Bitcoin that temporarily depressed the token’s listed price on Bithumb’s platform, falling as low as $55,000.

On Sunday, Bithumb CEO Lee Jae-won announced a compensation plan for users impacted by the mistake. All users who were connected to the exchange’s app or website during the time of the incident will receive 20,000 won ($13.73). Customers who sold Bitcoin at an erroneously listed low price will be paid 100% of the selling price, plus 10% consolation money. And, beginning today, the platform will charge zero trading fees to all customers, for the next week.

The CEO added that 99.7% of the overpaid Bitcoin has been recovered. The missing 0.3%—worth $123.4 million at writing—was repaid with company assets, he said.

“We will never forget that the value of Bithumb's future growth lies solely in the trust of our customers,” Lee said. “Bithumb will continue to protect our customers' assets with the utmost safety under any circumstances.”

Despite Bithumb’s assurances, the episode has created quite a political stir in Korea. The head of the country’s Financial Supervisory Service said the exchange’s error revealed “fundamental weaknesses” and “regulatory blind spots" that must be remedied via digital asset legislation.

A spokesperson for Korea’s ruling Democratic Party said over the weekend that Bithumb’s accidental Bitcoin giveaway “clearly exposes structural vulnerabilities" in the operation of crypto exchanges, and is “by no means a minor issue.”

“Establishing a real-time verification system between ledger transactions and actual blockchain assets, along with multi-verification procedures and an internal control system capable of simultaneously blocking human and system errors, is a task that can no longer be postponed,” the spokesperson said.

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BNB is facing intensified selling pressure amid broader cryptocurrency market volatility, despite its price bouncing off the critical support level of $615.

Traders are now weighing bearish technical signals against potential bullish rebounds, with broader market optimism and Binance ecosystem developments key to the token’s near-term trajectory.

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BNB’s price tested a daily low of $615 on Monday, with intraday losses of 3% from its session highs near $650.

Current levels are well below recent highs of $1,000.

While buyers stepped in to prevent a dip to the $600 mark, the declines of 20% over the past week aligned with a breach below a declining channel.

If the ensuing weakness continues to limit upside momentum, BNB will be at risk of additional downside.

However, if sellers show exhaustion amid positive news around Binance and the crypto market, a decisive close above $650 could allow for retests above $700.  

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Analysts see a confirmed break below the $600 mark as a trigger that could propel BNB toward the $530-$550 level.

On the daily chart, this marks part of a broader accumulation zone that encompasses the $500-$700 range.

Prices in the potential dip zone offer a historically resilient support band that has previously drawn buyers.

This means that a likely breach here might allow bears to test year lows near $517. Long-term rot could bring 2024 support around $460 into play.

BNB price chart by TradingViewBNB accelerated its dip amid Bitcoin’s crash to below $60,000, and while BTC hovers near $70k, recent crowd chat around Binance has not helped the native BNB token.

From comments regarding the October 10, 2025, crypto crash to discussions around Binance founder Changpeng Zhao and World Liberty Financial, it’s been a series of negative takes. Amid the latest crypto sell-off, BNB looked poised for a meltdown.

As BNB’s downward spiral persists, sellers are increasingly focusing on the psychological and technical support at $600, viewing it as the next potential breach point.

Current trading levels around $620-630 place the token precariously close to this threshold, with intraday lows already testing sub-$620 territories.

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Despite these bearish risks, BNB’s fundamentals remain supportive, with ongoing Binance Chain activity and potential regulatory tailwinds offering bulls a defensive foothold.

Quarterly burns and the pivot of the exchange’s $1 billion SAFU fund are another likely catalyst.

Binance also remains the top exchange by total assets and spot trading volume, outpacing the likes of OKX and Bybit.

What may help BNB in the coming months is also broader altcoin bounces. Analysts see resilience at key levels, bullish divergences, and high volumes as pointers. 

While declines into weakness are likely, Bitmine’s Tom Lee has predicted a V-shaped recovery for Ethereum. If this happens, most other alts will print explosive moves.

Software firm turned Bitcoin treasury company Strategy added another tranche of BTC last week, expanding its holdings even as the digital asset’s price fell hard in recent weeks and finally crashed to nearly $60,000.

Strategy Now Owns 3.4% Of Total Bitcoin Supply Led by Executive Chairman Michael Saylor, the Tysons Corner, Virginia-based firm spent $90 million on Bitcoin between Feb. 2 and Feb. 8, while adding roughly 1,142 Bitcoin to its stockpile at an average price of $78,815 each, according to a Monday regulatory filing. 

The largest corporate holder of Bitcoin now owns 714,644 Bitcoin, a sum worth $62.7 billion, with the premier crypto recently changing hands around $69,292, according to CoinGecko. The asset’s price dipped below Strategy’s average purchase price of $76,000 last week.

The total haul has been acquired since 2020 for approximately $54 billion, at an average price of $76,056 per coin. For perspective, Strategy’s holdings are equivalent to around 3.4% of Bitcoin’s entire 21 million supply, but imply roughly $4.8 billion of unrealized losses following the latest crypto market rout.

Strategy’s latest purchase was funded primarily through the issuance of its MSTR class A common stock. The company sold roughly 616,715 MSTR shares for roughly $89.5 million, and issued no preferred shares during the week. 

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Saylor, known for his buy-and-never-sell attitude toward Bitcoin, hinted at Strategy’s Bitcoin purchase, writing on X: “Orange Dots Matter.” 

The acquisition follows a buy earlier this month, when Strategy scooped up 855 BTC for $75 million.

Strategy On Strong Financial Footing, Says CEO Speaking during Strategy’s latest earnings call, Strategy President and CEO Phong Le assured investors that the company’s balance sheet remains resilient despite Bitcoin’s drawdown. Lee indicated that the apex crypto would need to plunge to $8,000 and stay at that level for five to six years before it would seriously jeopardize the company’s ability to meet its convertible debt obligations. 

“In the extreme downside, if we were to have a 90% decline in Bitcoin price and the price was $8,000, that it the point at which out Bitcoin reserve equals our net debt, and will not be able to then pay off our convertibles using our Bitcoin reserve, and we’d either look at restructuring, issuing additional equity, issuingh additional debt,” Le postulated.