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BlackRock and Vanguard are both known to be heavy investors in the bond market. How do their bond funds stack up against each other?

This comparison looks at two leading U.S. bond market ETFs: Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF (BND +0.11%) and iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF (AGG +0.09%). Both aim to provide broad, investment-grade exposure to taxable U.S. bonds, making them core options for investors seeking income and portfolio diversification.

Snapshot (cost & size)MetricBNDAGGIssuerVanguardISharesExpense ratio0.03%0.03%1-yr return (as of Jan. 24, 2026)3.11%3.2%Dividend yield3.85%3.88%Beta0.270.27AUM$384.63 billion$136.5 billionBeta measures price volatility relative to the S&P 500; beta is calculated from five-year weekly returns. The 1-yr return represents total return over the trailing 12 months.

BND and AGG have similar expense ratios and dividend yields, but AGG actually pays considerably more in dividends, because its current price per share is $100.11 (as of Jan. 24, 2026), while BND’s is $74.25.

Performance & risk comparisonMetricBNDAGGMax drawdown (5 y)-17.93%-17.83%Growth of $1,000 over 5 years$852$857What's insideWith a 22-year track record, AGG is an established ETF that tracks the total U.S. investment-grade bond market, with 13,067 holdings. About 74% of the ETF’s holdings are AA-rated bonds, the second-highest rating a bond can receive for safety from debt default.

BND is very similar to AGG, as both ETFs have around 50% of their total bond holdings comprised of U.S. government bonds. However, approximately 72% of BND’s bonds are AAA-rated, the highest rating.

What this means for investorsWith BND having a higher concentration of higher-rated bonds, it will be a less risky investment because it’s tied to bonds that are less likely to default. AGG, on the other hand, has more lower-rated bonds that have more potential to default, but there’s also more potential for yields to compensate for the increased risk it carries. Although AA bonds are very unlikely to default, so the risk gap isn’t significant.

When choosing between these two ETFs, it’s more about whether investors prefer a higher-risk/higher-reward approach to the bond market or a safer one.

Regardless, investors have to exercise more patience with bond ETFs, as the bond market arguably experienced its worst year in U.S. history in 2022, and it has been a slow climb back up in prices since then. Also, both ETFs pay dividends monthly, which may be a positive for investors who prefer more frequent payouts than the common quarterly frequency.

GlossaryETF (Exchange-traded fund): A fund that trades on stock exchanges, holding a basket of underlying assets like bonds or stocks.
Expense ratio: Annual fund operating costs expressed as a percentage of the fund’s average assets.
Dividend yield: Annual cash distributions from a fund divided by its current share price, shown as a percentage.
Assets under management (AUM): The total market value of all assets managed within a fund or investment product.
Beta: A measure of how much an investment’s price moves relative to a benchmark, often the S&P 500.
Max drawdown: The largest peak-to-trough decline in an investment’s value over a specific period.
Total return: Overall investment performance including price changes plus all interest and dividend payments, assuming reinvestment.
Investment-grade bonds: Bonds rated as relatively low risk of default by major credit rating agencies.
Yield: The income generated by a bond or fund, usually expressed as an annual percentage of its price.
Diversification: Spreading investments across many securities to reduce the impact of any single holding’s performance.
Taxable bond: A bond whose interest payments are subject to federal income tax, and sometimes state or local taxes.
Inflation-protected bonds: Bonds whose principal and interest payments adjust with inflation, helping preserve purchasing power.

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Investing in cryptocurrencies can be tricky, but these ETFs may make it simpler for investors to get involved in the booming market.

Both the Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC +0.12%) and CoinShares Bitcoin Mining ETF (WGMI +4.71%) offer exposure to Bitcoin (BTC 1.00%), but their approaches differ: FBTC tracks spot Bitcoin itself, while WGMI holds shares of companies tied to Bitcoin mining and infrastructure. This comparison unpacks their costs, performance, risks, and what’s inside to help clarify which ETF may appeal to a crypto-focused portfolio.

Snapshot (cost & size) MetricFBTCWGMIIssuerFidelityCoinSharesExpense ratio0.25%0.75%1-yr return (as of Jan. 24, 2026)-14.53%92.48%AUM$17.41 billion$341.93 millionBeta measures price volatility relative to the S&P 500; beta is calculated from five-year weekly returns. The 1-yr return represents total return over the trailing 12 months.

WGMI has a higher expense ratio, but it has shown significant price gains over the last 12 months, while FBTC has fallen in price.

Performance & risk comparisonMetricFBTCWGMIMax drawdown (2 y)-32.64%-62.79%Growth of $1,000 over 2 years$1,922$2,604What's insideWGMI currently invests in 25 companies, primarily in the technology sector. Its top holdings include IREN Ltd. (IREN +8.30%), Cipher Mining (CIFR +1.03%), and Hut 8 Corp. (HUT +5.62%) The fund has been trading for nearly four years and has increased in price by approximately 87.56% within that span.

FBTC, by contrast, is a single-asset trust that tracks the daily price of BTC using a Bitcoin price feed. Barely two years old, the ETF’s price has risen 85.57% since its inception.

What this means for investorsAs with most cryptocurrencies, investors must be aware of the risks associated with crypto-related ETFs. FBTC especially carries a higher risk because it’s been on the market for only 2 years and holds BTC solely. So the fund’s price can be highly volatile and reliant on the coin’s success, as cryptocurrencies are generally more volatile than stocks.

And while WGMI’s holdings are actual stocks, many of its top holdings are tied to the crypto market, so it can carry a higher risk than many other ETFs.

It should also be noted that no beta measurement is provided for either ETF. The beta measures price volatility relative to the S&P 500, and is often calculated from five-year weekly returns. And since both funds are less than five years old, that type of measurement isn’t applicable at the moment. They also don’t offer dividends.

What’s interesting with WGMI is that it may gradually become less of a Bitcoin mining ETF, as many mining companies, including those in the ETF, are actively transitioning to or incorporating high-performance computing (HPC) and AI data center operations.

Common reasons for transitions include diversifying revenue streams and/or moving away from mining, which has become increasingly controversial due to concerns about environmental impact. So if investors don’t mind the transition that WGMI is undergoing, it’s still a great option for indirect exposure to crypto.

GlossaryETF (Exchange-traded fund): A fund that trades on stock exchanges like a stock, holding a basket of assets.
Spot bitcoin ETF: An ETF that holds actual bitcoin, aiming to track its market price directly.
Bitcoin mining: The process of validating bitcoin transactions and creating new coins using specialized computing hardware.
Crypto-infrastructure companies: Businesses providing hardware, software, or services that support cryptocurrency networks and mining operations.
Expense ratio: Annual fund operating costs expressed as a percentage of the fund’s average assets.
Assets under management (AUM): The total market value of assets a fund or manager oversees for investors.
1-year return: The fund’s total percentage gain or loss over the most recent 12-month period.
Total return: Investment performance including price changes plus any income or distributions, assuming reinvestment.
Beta: A measure of an investment’s volatility compared with a benchmark index, typically the S&P 500.
Max drawdown: The largest peak-to-trough percentage loss over a specified time period.
Volatility: The degree to which an investment’s price moves up and down over time.
Diversification: Spreading investments across different assets to reduce the impact of any single holding’s performance.

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Posted: January 25, 2026

Render [RENDER] saw a good start to 2026. It saw a price growth of 85% in the first week of January, far outstripping its artificial sector peers Chainlink [LINK] and Bittensor [TAO].

Since then, the Open Interest has tailed off by nearly 30%, Coinalyze data showed. While the breakout past the psychological $2 former resistance was encouraging, the price has come back to the same demand zone.

A recent AMBCrypto report measured the on-chain metrics of RENDER against another AI token, Artificial Superintelligence Alliance [FET]. The report found that Render metrics did not measure favorably to FET.

Moreover, the longer-term downtrend on the price chart remained unbroken.

Can RENDER bulls turn this situation around?

Source: RENDER/USDT on TradingView

The positive signs were there. The OBV made a new high when RENDER rallied to $2.71 two weeks ago, showing buyers were dominant in the market. The daily RSI also remained above neutral 50, showing upward momentum was not fully expunged by the retracement.

While the indicators and the stability above $2 in recent days were promising, they also warned of a precarious position for the bulls. The $2.94 swing high from November was not breached during the recent rally, which meant the long-term downtrend was unbroken.

Why traders should wait for a dip The liquidation map showed that the cumulative short liquidation leverage nearby could drag prices lower. The $1.86-$1.88 area could be a key short-term liquidity target that RENDER prices would be drawn to.

This area lies within the higher timeframe former supply zone from $1.68-$1.86 from November.

Therefore, traders can wait for a sweep of this region before looking to buy Render tokens. The cumulative long liquidation leverage above $2.15 could attract prices higher after a dip toward $1.80.

Final Thoughts Render’s early January rally measured just over 85%, but the token was unable to shift the 1-day swing structure bullishly. Traders should anticipate a price dip below $2 in the coming days, which would likely be followed by a rebound back above $2.15. Disclaimer: The information presented does not constitute financial, investment, trading, or other types of advice and is solely the writer’s opinion.

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Dogecoin is now trading sideways after dropping for seven consecutive days from Jan. 14 to 20. Since Jan. 20, Dogecoin's price has traded in a range between $0.12 and $0.129. This stabilization is reflected in the derivatives market as seen in the open interest.

According to CoinGlass data, Dogecoin's open interest came in at $1.41 billion, a 0.2% increase in the last 24 hours.

Although the increase seems small, it remains significant as it might point to stabilization after a massive sell-off since the past week.

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The price drop in the market saw derisking across the derivatives market, with open interest falling as a result.

The slight increase in open interest remains significant as leverage gets flushed out from the market, which might yield the stabilization needed for the price to aim for the next move.

At the time of writing, Dogecoin was still trading in the red, down 0.3% in the last 24 hours to $0.1242 and down nearly 10% weekly.

The broader crypto market is mostly trading in the red early Saturday with $292 million in liquidations in the last 24 hours, according to CoinGlass data.

The Federal Reserve's interest rate decision is awaited Jan. 28, which might spark volatility in the markets. Traders expect the Fed to hold rates steady, with only two quarter-point cuts anticipated in 2026.

Dogecoin newsCyber Hornet has filed for an S&P Crypto 10 ETF, which could be the first S&P-linked spot basket and includes Dogecoin.

The 21Shares Dogecoin ETF (TDOG) was listed on Nasdaq this week. This milestone builds on 21Shares' partnership with House of Doge, which began in April 2025.

In late 2025, 21Shares launched the 21Shares 2x Long Dogecoin ETF (TXXD), offering U.S. investors twice the daily exposure to Dogecoin, and introduced a Dogecoin ETP in Europe — the only one endorsed by the Dogecoin Foundation.

The developer team at Dogecoin Foundation and House of Doge has announced the "Such" app, expected in the first half of 2026. The Such app is anticipated to bring new ways to interact with and further utility to Dogecoin.

Dogecoin (DOGE) is showing signs of stabilization after experiencing seven consecutive days of price declines between January 14 and January 20. Following this sell-off, Dogecoin’s price has entered a consolidation phase, trading within a narrow range between $0.12 and $0.129 since January 20. This sideways movement suggests that selling pressure may be easing, allowing the market to reset after a volatile week.

This stabilization is also visible in the derivatives market. According to CoinGlass data, Dogecoin’s open interest currently stands at $1.41 billion, marking a modest 0.2% increase over the past 24 hours. While the rise may appear minor, it is notable in the context of a broader market derisking event, during which leverage was significantly flushed out. The slight uptick in open interest could indicate renewed confidence among traders and a potential foundation for Dogecoin’s next price move.

Despite these early signs of balance, Dogecoin remains under pressure in the short term. At the time of writing, DOGE is trading at approximately $0.1242, down 0.3% over the last 24 hours and nearly 10% on a weekly basis. The broader cryptocurrency market is also largely in the red, with around $292 million in liquidations recorded in the past day, according to CoinGlass. This cautious market sentiment reflects ongoing uncertainty as traders await macroeconomic signals.

One major catalyst on the horizon is the U.S. Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision scheduled for January 28. While markets widely expect rates to remain unchanged, any deviation from expectations could introduce fresh volatility across risk assets, including cryptocurrencies. Current projections suggest only two quarter-point rate cuts may occur in 2026, keeping monetary conditions relatively tight.

On the fundamental side, Dogecoin continues to gain institutional and ecosystem momentum. Cyber Hornet recently filed for an S&P Crypto 10 ETF that would include Dogecoin, potentially marking the first S&P-linked spot crypto basket. Meanwhile, the 21Shares Dogecoin ETF (TDOG) has been listed on Nasdaq, expanding regulated exposure for investors. Looking ahead, the Dogecoin Foundation and House of Doge plan to launch the “Such” app in the first half of 2026, aiming to enhance Dogecoin’s utility and user engagement.

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Bitcoin ETFs experienced a sharp reversal in momentum as significant outflows erased much of the recent gains, according to data from SoSo Value. Over a five-day period, nearly $1.72 billion exited spot Bitcoin ETFs, pushing total net asset value down to $115.88 billion from $124.56 billion recorded on January 16. This sustained withdrawal trend reflects a cooling sentiment among investors rather than a single-day shock.

BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) emerged as one of the largest contributors to the outflows, reporting $101.62 million in redemptions. Fidelity’s Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC) followed as the second-largest contributor, with $1.95 million in net outflows. As a result, cumulative net inflows across all Bitcoin ETFs declined to $56.49 billion from $57.82 billion, highlighting the impact of consistent redemptions over multiple sessions.

The outflow trend began on January 16, when $394.68 million left Bitcoin ETFs, ending a four-day inflow streak that had added $1.81 billion. After markets reopened on January 20 following the weekend, redemptions resumed immediately with $483.38 million in net outflows. Selling pressure intensified on January 21, which marked the largest single-day outflow at $708.71 million. Although outflows briefly slowed to $32.11 million on January 22, they accelerated again the following day.

Trading activity also weakened alongside the ETF outflows. Daily trading volume fell to $3.36 billion by January 23, down from $5.51 billion recorded just two days earlier, signaling reduced investor engagement.

Broader market indicators have reinforced the bearish outlook. A Coinbase Institutional survey revealed that 26% of institutional investors now believe the crypto market is in a bear phase, a sharp rise from September levels. On-chain data from CoinGlass showed the Coinbase Bitcoin Premium Index remained negative for nine consecutive days, while the Fear and Greed Index registered extreme fear at 25. Glassnode data further indicated persistent selling pressure, with much of Bitcoin’s circulating supply currently held at a loss, adding to downside risk despite Bitcoin trading around $89,400 at press time.

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Posted: January 25, 2026

Bitcoin [BTC] treasuries, led by Michael Saylor’s Strategy, scooped up 494,000 BTC in 2025, bringing their collective holdings to 1.13 million coins. 

According to Bitcoin For Corporations (BFC), corporate treasury firms scaled holdings despite BTC closing 2025 in the red, down 6.4%, and underperforming every asset class, including silver and gold. 

Source: X/BitcoinForCorps

The report added that although major Bitcoin buys slowed later in 2025 as market correction deepened, the treasury firms didn’t offload their stash. In fact, overall holdings climbed steadily, as shown by the chart. 

According to BFC, capital raising for BTC by the treasuries shifted to preferred stocks or the so-called ‘digital credit’ that offers variable interest rates. 

In fact, Strategy deployed five of its preferred stocks, which have since surpassed its convertible debt offerings, thereby reducing overall bankruptcy risk. Metaplanet also unveiled Mars and Mercury, while Strive issued SATA preferred stock to advance its capital-raising war chest. 

Treasuries hit 5% of total BTC supply Overall, the newly deployed mechanics allowed the corporate treasury firms to scale their holdings to 5.1% of the total BTC supply, according to Bitbo data. Out of this, Strategy represents two-thirds, or about 3.3%, at 709,715 BTC. 

Source: BitBo

In contrast, ETFs control 7.1% or nearly 1.5 million BTC as of early 2026, underscoring their lead in institutional demand. This has made the BTC price extremely sensitive to ETF flows. 

The collective demand from treasury firms and ETFs, as tracked by the 30-day average Apparent Demand Growth (ADG) metric, has been negative since December. This meant that even if treasury firms increased their holdings, the potential sell-off from ETFs could drag the market. 

Source: CryptoQuant

In fact, even the selling pressure from long-term holders (LTHs) or investors who have held BTC for more than 5 months had eased significantly in the past few months (blue line).

But the ADG remained negative, underscoring that steady ETF demand had yet to pick up momentum.  

In the Q2 2025 bull run, the explosive recovery from $74K to over $120K occurred when the Apparent Demand Growth metric turned positive (green bars). Put differently, the BTC price may remain muted below $100k until overall demand improves.  

Final Thoughts  BTC treasuries crossed 1 million coins, reaching 5% of the total BTC supply  Apparent Demand Growth has remained negative since December and continues to decline, suggesting prolonged price weakness for BTC. 

Authorities have not confirmed the exact amount missing, but a local report put the loss at $47.7 million, possibly stolen after an agency worker clicked a phishing link.

The Gwangju District Prosecutors’ Office recently discovered that the Bitcoin it had confiscated in a criminal case and stored as part of an investigation was no longer accessible, according to a report by a South Korean news outlet.

It is estimated that the losses are at “hundreds of billions of won,” though the exact figure has not been publicly confirmed.

Bitcoin Missing From Government Storage The incident reportedly came to light during a routine internal inspection of seized financial assets, a process that includes checking passwords and access information kept on removable storage devices such as USB drives. A prosecution official cited in local coverage said the loss may have occurred after someone accidentally accessed a so-called “fake site” while conducting the inspection. This has raised the possibility that the BTC was compromised through a scam link rather than a direct breach of a secured system.

Meanwhile, another local media, “The Chosun Daily,” reported that roughly 70 billion won (about $47.7 million) worth of Bitcoin was missing, and that the suspected cause was a phishing attack triggered when an agency worker visited a fraudulent website. The report stated that the wallet password or access credentials may have been exposed externally, which enabled attackers to drain the seized holdings.

Authorities are reportedly working to determine the circumstances of the loss and trace the whereabouts of the seized assets, but could not disclose specifics.

Phishing Threats Persist Phishing remains one of the most common tactics used to steal crypto, and they rely on spoofed websites or messages designed to trick victims into entering sensitive information such as private keys or login details. These scams threaten both individual and institutional crypto holders across the world.

Earlier this year, users of Ledger, the prominent France-based crypto hardware wallet company, were targeted in a phishing scam following a data breach at its e-commerce partner, Global-e. After Ledger confirmed that customer contact and order details were exposed, scammers sent personalized emails claiming a fake merger between Ledger and Trezor.

You may also like: GoMining Survey Shows 55% of Bitcoiners Never Use it for Real-World Payments Bitcoin Price in the Crosshairs Again as Trump Threatens Canada With 100% Tariffs Robert Kiyosaki Ignores BTC and ETH Prices – Here’s Why You Should Too The messages instructed users to “migrate” their wallets by entering 24-word recovery phrases on a spoofed site.

In December, Bitget CEO Gracy Chen warned of a rise in phishing scams using fake Zoom and Microsoft Teams meetings to steal crypto. Hackers send bogus links via Telegram or fake Calendly pages, then claim audio or connection issues during calls to trick victims into downloading malware. Chen urged users to verify meeting links, avoid installing software during calls, and report suspicious contacts immediately.

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The Robinhood Investor Index details which sectors and specific stocks investors are buying to start 2026.

Following the end of each calendar quarter, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) requires firms managing over $100 million in stocks to file a form 13F. This document itemizes which positions institutional investors bought and sold during the most recent quarter. While this can help everyday investors learn where the "smart money" is flowing, it's also a backward-looking analysis.

If you're looking for more real-time insight, you may want to check out the investor index on Robinhood Markets. Below, I'll detail the top five stocks held across Robinhood accounts and explain how these stocks can help you manage a well-balanced, diversified portfolio.

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1. Nvidia According to Robinhood's data, the top opportunity investors are choosing right now is large-cap electronic technology stocks. With that in mind, is it any surprise that the top allocation in this category is Nvidia (NVDA +1.53%)?

Over the last three years, Nvidia has blossomed into a full-stack artificial intelligence (AI) giant across both hardware and software ecosystems. The company's graphics processing units (GPUs) and CUDA software platform are heavily utilized by major hyperscalers across the artificial intelligence (AI) value chain.

Considering capital expenditure (capex) budgets are expected to accelerate in 2026 and through the remainder of the decade, I suspect growth investors will not only continue holding Nvidia stock, but choose to double down on the AI infrastructure king.

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2. Amazon The top position in Robinhood's retail category is Amazon (AMZN +2.12%). While most investors may view Amazon through the lens of e-commerce or cloud computing, the company has many more layers.

Amazon also operates across streaming, advertising, consumer electronics, subscriptions, grocery delivery, gaming, robotics, medical and pharmacy services, and even autonomous vehicles and broadband services.

In addition to AI-driven tailwinds, Amazon could witness a surge from its cost-friendly marketplace given some murky economic headlines featuring stubborn inflation and high unemployment.

To me, Amazon is a unique balance between growth and value right now and has proven to be a durable, resilient moneymaker during any economic cycle.

3. Tesla The top stock in the consumer durables vertical on Robinhood is Tesla (TSLA 0.07%). As you likely know, Tesla is a pioneer in both the electric vehicle (EV) and sustainable energy markets.

What investors may not understand, however, is that Tesla's EV business is headed for declining sales for a second straight year. Rising competition overseas in combination with some diminishing brand equity given Elon Musk's political rhetoric has taken its toll on the core business.

This raises the question: Why is Tesla stock so popular? I see two primary reasons.

First, Tesla tends to exhibit characteristics of a meme stock -- often witnessing pronounced volatility based on the latest headline or social media post from Musk.

Broadly speaking, retail investors -- which is Robinhood's primary end user -- have a higher appetite for risk given their lack of a fiduciary responsibility. This is all to say that, in my eyes, Tesla might be a popular choice among day traders using the Robinhood app.

In addition, Musk is on a mission to transform Tesla from a car business to a tech-enabled services platform. His plan is to build a fleet of autonomous systems spanning cars and robots.

While Tesla's ambitions in these fields, often referred to by codenames Optimus (for its robotics) and Cybercab (for its autonomous vehicle), have so far been limited, each of these moonshots could usher in additional trillions in value should the company pull off its mission.

All told, I think Tesla is a speculative stock that investors are willing to hold given its asymmetric risk-reward profile.

4. Apple Following Nvidia in the electronic technology category is Apple (AAPL 0.13%). Unlike Nvidia, however, Apple shouldn't be viewed as a hypergrowth AI play.

Instead, Apple's 2 billion+ install base provides the company with nearly unmatched customer lock-in. While the company's growth profile isn't as robust as it once was, Apple remains an enormously profitable enterprise.

If you're looking for a safe haven stock in an otherwise volatile sector such as technology, I can't think of a better example than Apple. The company is basically a royalty play on the consumer electronics industry, earning higher fees and margins every few years as customers upgrade their devices.

To me, Apple is a great blue chip stock to own and serves as a complement to less predictable growth stocks.

5. Ford The second-largest position in the consumer durables category behind Tesla is Ford Motor Company (F 1.09%). While Ford is not the name that often surfaces when you think about market-beating returns, the company still has plenty of compelling attributes.

In particular, Ford offers investors a generous 4.5% dividend yield and often supplements this distribution through special dividends. In addition, the company's forward price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 9 is well below that of the broader market -- with the S&P 500's forward P/E hovering around 24 at the time of this writing.

Given the company's reasonable price point and reliable passive income stream, Ford is a solid choice for value investors.

New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - January 24, 2026) - WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, continues to investigate potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of America's Car-Mart, Inc. (NASDAQ: CRMT) resulting from allegations that America's Car-Mart may have issued materially misleading business information to the investing public.

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On this news, America's Car-Mart's stock fell 18.2% on September 4, 2025.

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"We are so proud and grateful to our shareholders, and we want them to be loud and proud," said Shlomo Bleier, Chief Executive Officer of Elektros Inc. "This giveaway is our way of putting a smile on people's faces and saying thank you. First and foremost, we thank God, and we thank each and every shareholder for believing in Elektros as we continue paving the way in this massive paradigm shift toward clean energy. We are excited to send up to three complimentary T‑shirts-absolutely free-to our beloved shareholders."

Lithium remains one of the most critical materials powering the future of electrification-supporting electric vehicles, grid storage, and next‑generation battery technologies. As Elektros advances its hard‑rock lithium development initiatives in Sierra Leone, the Company believes it is positioned in a sector that is central to global energy security and long‑term innovation.

Industry leaders continue to emphasize lithium's strategic importance. Elon Musk has previously highlighted lithium's role in modern batteries, noting it is essential for scaling the technologies that drive electric mobility and energy storage.

Market observers and major manufacturers also continue to point to lithium's growing demand across the global supply chain as electrification accelerates.

Elektros will continue to provide updates as it progresses its operational plans and executes its strategy to responsibly develop hard‑rock lithium resources.

Benzinga has described lithium as a "critical mineral" tied closely to the electrification and battery‑materials narrative. (Benzinga)

Reuters has reported that demand for battery metals including lithium is expected to rise sharply over the coming years as electrification accelerates. (Reuters)

Bloomberg has noted that lithium demand is increasingly supported not only by electric vehicles, but also by fast‑growing grid‑scale energy storage. (Bloomberg)

About Elektros, Inc.

Elektros Inc. (OTC PINK:ELEK) is focused on developing an artisanal hard‑rock lithium mining operation in Sierra Leone, Africa. The Company's business plan includes exploration, development, and the eventual export of hard‑rock lithium to lithium refineries in the United States.

Website: www.elektros.energy

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This press release contains forward‑looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. These statements are based on current expectations and assumptions and are not guarantees of future performance. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward‑looking statements. Elektros Inc. undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward‑looking statements. For additional information, please refer to the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission at www.sec.gov.

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NEW YORK, Jan. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --

WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of Coupang, Inc. (NYSE: CPNG) between August 6, 2025 and December 16, 2025, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the important February 17, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline in the securities class action first filed by the Firm.

SO WHAT: If you purchased Coupang 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 Coupang class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=8383 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 February 17, 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 litigate 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 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 throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Coupang had inadequate cybersecurity protocols that allowed a former employee to access sensitive customer information for nearly six months without being detected; (2) this subjected Coupang to a materially heightened risk of regulatory and legal scrutiny; (3) When defendants became aware that Coupang had been subjected to this data breach, they did not report it in a current report filing (to be filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”)) in compliance with applicable reporting rules; and (4) as a result, defendants’ public statements were materially false and/or misleading at all times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

To join the Coupang class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=8383 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.

No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor’s ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.

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New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - January 24, 2026) - WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of F5, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIV) between October 28, 2024 and October 27, 2025, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important February 17, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.

SO WHAT: If you purchased F5 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 F5 class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=46672 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 February 17, 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 litigate 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 throughout the Class Period created the false impression that they possessed reliable information pertaining to F5's projected revenue outlook and anticipated growth while also minimizing risk from seasonality and macroeconomic fluctuations. In truth, F5's optimistic claims, touting its purported best-in-industry security and overall emphasis and confidence in F5's ability to meet and capitalize on the growing security needs for its clientele fell short of reality; F5 was, at the time, the subject of a significant security incident, placing its clientele's security and F5's future prospects at significant risk. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

To join the F5 class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=46672 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.

No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.

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It looks like Berkshire Hathaway may be moving on from this long-struggling stock.

Greg Abel took over as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A 0.72%) (BRK.B 1.14%) for longtime CEO Warren Buffett just a few weeks ago. And already, there are indications that Abel has made his first major move as the head of the conglomerate. At the same time, he may be addressing what many believe may have been one of Buffett's biggest missteps in recent years.

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According to an SEC document filed Tuesday, it appears that Abel and Berkshire Hathaway may be dumping Kraft Heinz (KHC +2.13%) -- the ninth-largest holding in the conglomerate's $267 billion portfolio.

Berkshire Hathaway owns about 325 million shares of Kraft Heinz, amounting to about an $8.5 billion stake, which makes up roughly 3.2% of the Berkshire portfolio. Also, Berkshire is the largest shareholder in Kraft Heinz, owning 27.5% of the shares.

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The 8-K filing by Kraft Heinz was to note the potential resale by Berkshire Hathaway of up to 325,442,152 shares of Kraft Heinz common stock -- which would be Berkshire's entire position. Kraft Heinz made this filing pursuant to contractual terms that it would register for potential resale by the "selling stockholder."

It notes that this does not necessarily mean the selling stockholder will choose to sell any shares; it just provides the legal mechanism to do so. But it seems likely, all things considered.

Kraft Heinz has been on a long, strange trip since 2015 There is a long history between Berkshire Hathaway and Kraft Heinz. In fact, when Kraft Heinz merged in 2015, Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway were the architects of the deal. Berkshire owned HJ Heinz, which was a private company, and it merged with Kraft in a $46 billion deal to form Kraft Heinz.

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The merger was pretty much doomed from the start, for a variety of reasons that I won't dive into, but much has been written about it. Berkshire's partner in the merger, 3G Capital, began shedding its 16% stake years ago and completely sold out of it in late 2023. But Berkshire Hathaway held on, hoping, perhaps, for a turnaround.

The stock price has pretty much been in free fall since 2015, dropping from over $90 per share in 2017 to its current $22.40 per-share price. That works out to a 10-year average annualized return of about -11% per year for Kraft Heinz stock.

The last straw for Berkshire The final straw for Berkshire Hathaway likely came last September when Kraft Heinz announced it was splitting back up -- going back to two separate public companies, kind of like before the merger, although this time, both will be public.

This did not sit well with Buffett, who noted his disappointment with the split.

While it may be a tough pill to swallow, it seems like a no-brainer (to double down on the idioms). It seems to be long past the time for Berkshire Hathaway to move on from Kraft Heinz, certainly now that the company is splitting anyway, and invest that capital somewhere else.

Stay tuned for Berkshire Hathaway's next earnings report on Feb. 23 for any more details on this potential move, or any others, as Abel settles in as CEO.

AI has weighed on this sector, but it could be a major growth catalyst.

Artificial intelligence (AI) holds a lot of promise for businesses. Many investors see generative AI unlocking significant productivity gains and saving lots of money on overhead.

A growing narrative among investors is that businesses will be able to replace many of their enterprise software packages with a single powerful AI tool. As a result, many software stocks have seen their share prices collapse, as investors lose faith in their ability to grow revenue and earnings long term.

The iShares Expanded Tech-Software Sector ETF (IGV +0.79%) has dropped 18% from its high reached last fall. But revenue growth among its components remains relatively strong, and the impact of AI on its business seems to be a net positive so far and for the foreseeable future. As such, it could be a great way to invest in artificial intelligence despite the growing concern that AI will negatively affect many of the businesses in the fund.

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What's inside the ETF? The iShares Expanded Tech-Software Sector ETF tracks a group of North American software companies. Its biggest components are some of the biggest winners from the excitement around artificial intelligence, including Microsoft, Palantir Technologies, and Oracle. Those three combine to account for about a quarter of the ETF's value.

But the remaining three-quarters of the exchange-traded fund hasn't all been as blessed by AI investors. Stocks such as Salesforce, Intuit, and Adobe are also found in its top 10 holdings. Fears that AI could displace the need for their software have negatively affected the earnings multiples investors are willing to pay for those stocks.

But concerns that a single generative AI application can displace specific pieces of enterprise and professional software are overblown. You wouldn't hire a generalist to do a specialist's job, especially when the price difference is relatively negligible for an enterprise. Few managers are going to risk their jobs by trying to transition a company from its current set of software solutions to a new AI solution because it could potentially save a few bucks for the company.

NYSEMKT: IGViShares Trust - iShares Expanded Tech-Software Sector ETF

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Meanwhile, most software providers are working to integrate AI capabilities into their offerings. Not only has that made them more competitive and compelling for new customers, but it can also increase the overall revenue per seat.

AI investors have seen the impact of integrating generative AI into Microsoft's and Palantir's enterprise software offerings. Palantir's AI Platform has rapidly expanded its use cases and lowered the learning curve, enabling tremendous sales growth. While the results might not be quite as dramatic at other software companies, new generative AI features have been a great way to grow revenue for most over the past few years.

For investors who want a simple way to invest in the beaten-down software industry, expecting the current narrative to fade and real financial results to win out, the iShares ETF provides an easy way to do so.

Adam Levy has positions in Adobe, Microsoft, and Salesforce. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Adobe, Intuit, Microsoft, Oracle, Palantir Technologies, and Salesforce. The Motley Fool recommends the following options: long January 2026 $395 calls on Microsoft, long January 2028 $330 calls on Adobe, short January 2026 $405 calls on Microsoft, and short January 2028 $340 calls on Adobe. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

The stock market tends to reward time and consistency.

Most people wouldn't turn down the chance to hit the $800,000 mark, especially if they could do so relatively passively. It's not something that will happen overnight, but with consistency and patience, an ETF like the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD 0.14%) can help make it happen at its current pace.

As an added bonus, hitting that mark could mean $24,000 in annual dividend payouts. That's money that can be put to good use, especially during retirement. It's the gift that keeps on giving.

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Why invest in SCHD? SCHD mirrors the Dow Jones U.S. Dividend 100 Index, which picks its companies based on financial stability, strong cash flow, and a proven track record. It's why SCHD contains many "boring" businesses rather than younger, "flashier" companies. Over 19% of its holdings are energy companies, and over 12% are industrial companies.

Its top five holdings are Lockheed Martin (4.63%), Chevron (4.19%), Merck & Co. (4.11%), Home Depot (4.07%), and Bristol Myers Squibb (4.05%)

These companies may not produce triple-digit returns in a short period, but they provide reliability that you should value in dividend stocks. This is especially true when you're investing long-term, which should always be the goal with dividend stocks and ETFs. Since SCHD's criteria act as a natural vetter, you don't have to worry much about yield traps.

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How SCHD can get you to $800,000 Since SCHD began trading in October 2011, it averaged 12.6% annual total returns. Past results don't guarantee future performance, but if we assume it maintains a 12% annual average, $500 monthly investments could grow to over $800,000 in just over 25 years.

With those same assumptions, here's how much $500 monthly could grow to in a different number of years:

Years InvestedAccount Value15$222,60020$429,30025$792,60030$1.43 million35$2.55 million Table by author. Account values are rounded down to the nearest and account for SCHD's 0.06% expense ratio.

SCHD has also averaged a dividend yield of around 2.8% since inception and 3.2% in the past decade. If we meet in the middle and assume its yield remains 3%, an $800,000 position in SCHD would pay out $24,000 annually.

Again, these are assumptions, and there's no way to predict SCHD's performance or long-term yield. But more than anything, it shows the power of compound earnings in investing. With time on your side, you can be rewarded nicely for consistency.

Stefon Walters has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Bristol Myers Squibb, Chevron, Home Depot, and Merck. The Motley Fool recommends Lockheed Martin. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

NEW YORK, Jan. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --

WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of Klarna Group plc (NYSE: KLAR) pursuant and/or traceable to the registration statement and related prospectus (collectively, the “Registration Statement”) issued in connection with Klarna’s September 2025 initial public offering (the “IPO”), of the important February 20, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline in the securities class action first filed by the Firm.

SO WHAT: If you purchased Klarna securities 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 Klarna class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=48971 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 February 20, 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 litigate 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, the Registration Statement contained false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Defendants materially understated the risk that Klarna’s loss reserves would materially go up within a few months of the IPO, which they either knew of or should have known of given the risk profile of many individuals agreeing to Klarna’s buy now, pay later (“BNPL”) loans; and (2); as a result, defendants’ public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times and negligently prepared. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

To join the Klarna class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=48971 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.

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Large insider purchases are typically viewed positively by the market.

Although it's been several years since GameStop (GME 0.65%) truly went parabolic, the stock has stayed in the limelight and maintained a fervent crowd ever since. Chewy founder Ryan Cohen got involved in the stock in the early days of meme mania, but didn't become CEO until late 2023.

Cohen has been trying to figure out the company's direction, especially considering that the brick-and-mortar video game strategy is clearly a declining business. But it's also clear that Cohen is a big believer in GameStop's future.

Recently, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings revealed that Cohen had purchased 500,000 shares of GameStop stock, at an average cost of approximately $21.12 per share. That's a total purchase price of over $10.5 million. Cohen now owns over 9% of the company's outstanding shares.

Insider buying like this tends to signal bullish sentiment. Is it time for investors to take another look at this famous meme stock?

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Is GameStop becoming a promising company? Since becoming CEO, Cohen has tried several strategies to revitalize the business. GameStop has waded into the world of collectibles and used firm capital to purchase Bitcoin, mimicking a Bitcoin treasury strategy. The stock is down about 21% over the past year.

Through the first nearly 10 months of 2025, GameStop has seen about a 5% decline in hardware, its largest business, which involves selling video game consoles and other related hardware. The company's software business, which now accounts for the smallest share of revenue, has seen revenue plummet 27% year over year. However, GameStop's collectibles business, which includes the sale of apparel, toys, trading cards, and gadgets, has seen revenue grow 55% in this period.

GameStop has also been reducing expenses and selling off assets by shrinking its brick-and-mortar footprint. Through the first nearly 10 months of the year, the company significantly increased operating cash flow and generated $0.67 of diluted earnings per share, much improved from the same period a year ago.

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Ultimately, GameStop's financials are in much better shape. The hardware business is not seeing a significant decline; the software business continues to leak; and collectibles is showing strong growth. Investors will be tasked with determining at what point, if at all, revenue can inflect and return to growth.

Only one Wall Street analyst covers GameStop, according to Yahoo! Finance. This analyst projects nearly $1 of EPS in 2026 and total revenue of $4.16 billion, both of which reflect year-over-year growth. With a $9.7 billion market cap, that means GameStop trades at about 2.3 times revenue and close to 22 times forward earnings.

While GameStop can likely continue to cut costs, the earnings multiple seems rich for a company that has yet to stabilize revenue in its largest business and is still trying to figure out its future. The situation has improved, but I'm still avoiding it right now.

It comes as no surprise that all three of them are capitalizing on relatively new, but game-changing, developments.

Got some money you're looking to invest in growth, but you're leery of following the herd into a crowded trade? That leeriness is understandable. The market is undeniably top-heavy right now, meaning shares of a small handful of its very biggest and best-known companies have raced far too high, leaving them -- and the market as a whole -- at risk of a sizable pullback. You may well be better off steering clear of the most obvious picks at this time.

That doesn't mean you should simply avoid the whole market here, however, or, for that matter, avoid growth stocks. You just need to be pickier about your prospects and shop around for names that aren't currently on everyone's radar.

With that as the backdrop, here's a rundown of three growth stocks you can feel good about buying right now, with each offering more upside than downside for the foreseeable future.

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SoundHound AI It's been a wild ride for SoundHound AI (SOUN 5.18%) shares over the past couple of years. The stock soared in 2024, when interest in its AI-powered voice/conversational platform started to gel. Before the end of that year, restaurants using its Smart Ordering tech had collectively processed over 100 million voice-based sales.

As is so often the case with a new technology, though, the market's not sure how much leeway to give this name. Investors' euphoria faded in early 2025, then was rekindled in the latter half of last year when broader AI mania took on a life of its own, before fading again beginning in October despite its new partnership with restaurant ordering tech outfit OpenTable forged in the meantime. Investors really seem to be struggling with the company's continued losses.

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This stock's inability to start and sustain forward progress, however, may have less to do with ongoing losses than you might think.

The fact is, there's nothing happening here that hasn't happened to most young technology companies and their stocks. Names like Tesla and Block (formerly known as Square) come to mind. It took these outfits years to work their way out of the red and into the black, and their stocks were wildly volatile in the interim. But it was worth it in the long run. SoundHound should be too, particularly in light of Precedence Research's prediction that the global voice-based AI agent market is set to grow at an average annualized pace of nearly 18% through 2035. SoundHound AI is positioned to capture at least its fair share of this long-term growth.

Perhaps more important to interested investors, this young stock's initial volatility may have finally run its full course. From here, also like we saw from Tesla and Block, SoundHound shares may now start moving more in step with the company's march toward profitability.

Viking Therapeutics There's no denying Viking Therapeutics (VKTX 5.49%) was late to the weight-loss drug party that players like Eli Lilly (LLY 2.12%) and Novo Nordisk (NVO +0.05%) already attended. Indeed, Lilly and Novo are even showing signs of post-party hangover, in the form of weakness, since the excitement surrounding these then-new weight-loss drugs peaked in 2024 (as Viking shares themselves did, latching onto the broader movement's buzz at that time).

There may be a strategic advantage to being a second-mover -- or even a third-mover -- in a nascent industry, though. Not only does it mean you're able to learn from the first-movers' missteps and successes, but it also gives you additional time to come up with a better product. It also means you're entering a more seasoned and discriminating market, where consumers are ready and willing to test-drive options that just weren't available in the business's infancy.

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To this end, Viking's lead weight-loss drug candidate VK2735 may be based on the same basic GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) science that Eli Lilly's Zepbound and Novo Nordisk's Ozempic are. Because it also targets (GIP) (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide) receptors, however, it's believed that it could be a more effective and more tolerable weight-loss treatment than early alternatives that only focus on GLP-1.

It's flexible too, with an injectable form currently in phase 3 trials, while an orally administered form is currently in phase 2 testing.

Only time will tell what sort of reception Viking Therapeutics' obesity drugs will get. For what it's worth, though, whatever's in the cards whenever it's due for this pharmaceutical outfit, analysts believe practically none of it is currently reflected in the stock's value. The current one-year consensus price target of $93.39 is nearly 200% above this ticker's present price.

Vistra Finally, add Vistra (VST 0.15%) to your list of growth stocks to buy now if you've got $1,000 you're ready to put to work for a while.

Some might debate whether or not it's a growth stock at all. Vistra is a utility outfit and an energy wholesaler. But both are typically categorized as value industries. It's not even a cutting-edge utility outfit that's ushering in a new era of electricity production using clean, renewable sources like solar or wind. Over half of the power it generates comes from natural gas, while another 20% still comes from coal. In the meantime, most of its recent and projected double-digit revenue growth stems from past and future acquisitions rather than the organic expansion of its existing businesses.

There are a couple of critical details that really bolster the bullish thesis here, however.

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First, while it's far from being its biggest business, Vistra owns and operates a significant number of nuclear reactors that can quickly meet the growing need for electricity that infrastructure-intensive alternatives like solar, wind, and hydro just won't be able to anytime soon. Indeed, the company's six nuclear reactors at four different sites generate about one-fifth of its total power output right now. Perhaps more importantly, Vistra has the proven experience necessary to secure the permits needed to add new nuclear power facilities when and where they're needed. It matters simply because the International Atomic Energy Agency believes worldwide nuclear power output could double between now and 2050.

Here's the other reason Vistra is a growth name in an industry that isn't exactly known for growth: Geography. Most of the company's operations are in Texas, California, New York, and Illinois, where a big chunk of the nation's newest artificial intelligence data centers are popping up. In this vein, it recently inked a nuclear power supply purchase agreement with Facebook parent Meta Platforms, if that tells you anything.

Coinbase appears to have a bright future in 2026.

Coinbase Global (COIN 2.77%) is set to report its fourth-quarter fiscal 2025 earnings results on Feb. 12, 2026.

Do clearer U.S. crypto regulations and accelerating institutional adoption of cryptocurrencies make this stock a buy ahead of its earnings results? Let's find out.

Improving financials In the third quarter, Coinbase generated $1.9 billion in revenue, $801 million in adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA), and $433 million in net income. The company's subscription and services segment generated $747 million in revenue, accounting for nearly 40% of the total revenue.

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Management expects fourth-quarter subscription and services revenue to be in the range of $710 million to $790 million. This implies that the company's revenue mix is shifting toward higher-quality, recurring streams, rather than relying primarily on volatile trading activity.

Improving business mix Coinbase Institutional has positioned itself as a custodian for the majority of U.S. spot Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The company served as a custodian for nine out of 11 Bitcoin ETFs and eight out of nine Ethereum ETFs in 2024. Major institutional players such as BlackRock (BLK 0.86%) and Pantera Capital have also shifted large amounts of cryptocurrency to the Coinbase Prime platform. All this is translating into higher custody, settlement, and prime brokerage fees for Coinbase, regardless of short-term swings in cryptocurrency prices.

Coinbase's Ethereum Layer-2 blockchain network, Base, is emerging as a new revenue source. The Ethereum Layer-2 network is built on top of the main Ethereum blockchain (Layer-1) to move transactions away from the congested base network and process them faster and at lower cost, while relying on the underlying security and decentralization features of the main Ethereum network. Base had become one of the largest L2 networks based on total value locked as of January 2025.

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Coinbase monetizes the Base network in several ways. It earns revenue directly through sequencer fees, which are charges for processing and bundling transactions on the L2 network. The company also benefits indirectly as developers and users building applications on Base often rely on its other services, such as custody, trading, and stablecoins. This generates additional fee-based revenue for the company across the broader ecosystem.

New opportunities Derivatives can represent another solid growth avenue, accounting for 80% of total crypto trading volume, far larger than spot trading. In August 2025, the company completed the acquisition of Deribit, one of the world's largest crypto options platforms with more than 75% share in the non-U.S. options market. In the third quarter, Deribit contributed $52 million to Coinbase's revenue, and the company aims to integrate spot, futures, and options more closely over the coming quarters. Coinbase also plans to leverage this acquisition to expand its share of the U.S. options market over multiple quarters.

Valuation Coinbase trades at nearly 36.1 times forward earnings, which appears rich. However, the valuation seems justified as revenue is not tied only to spot trading. Instead, the revenue mix is shifting toward more recurring sources, including custody, stablecoins, prime brokerage, subscriptions, and derivatives.

Yet, the stock remains sensitive to cryptocurrency prices, trading volumes, and regulatory changes.

Considering all these factors, long-term investors who are confident about continued cryptocurrency adoption and can tolerate share price volatility can pick a small stake in this stock ahead of mid-February.

Here’s why bitcoin’s is failing its role as a 'safe haven' versus goldBitcoin behaves more like an "ATM" during uncertain times, with investors quickly selling it to raise cash. Jan 24, 2026, 9:00 p.m.

In theory, bitcoin should thrive during times of uncertainty as it’s sound money that’s censorship-resistant. In practice, it’s becoming the first thing investors sell when push comes to shove.

As geopolitical tensions flared over the past week, following Trump’s threats of tariffs against NATO allies over Greenland and speculation of potential military action in the Arctic, markets pulled back, and volatility spiked.

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Since Jan. 18, after Trump first threatened tariffs in his push for Greenland acquisition, bitcoin has lost 6.6% of its value, while gold has moved up 8.6% to new highs near $5,000.

The reason lies in how each asset fits into portfolios during times of stress. Bitcoin’s always-on trading, deep liquidity, and instant settlement make it an easy asset to offload when investors need to raise cash quickly.

Gold, despite being less accessible, tends to be held rather than sold. This makes bitcoin behave more like an “ATM” during periods of panic, undermining its reputation as digital gold, according to NYDIG’s Global Head of Research, Greg Cipolaro.

“Under periods of stress and uncertainty, liquidity preference dominates, and this dynamic hurts bitcoin far more than gold,” Cipolaro wrote.

“Despite being liquid for its size, bitcoin remains more volatile and reflexively sold as leverage is unwound. As a result, in risk-off environments, it is frequently used to raise cash, reduce VAR, and de-risk portfolios regardless of its long-term narrative, while gold continues to function as a true liquidity sink,” he added.

Large holders aren’t helping either.

Central banks have been buying gold at record levels, creating strong structural demand. Meanwhile, long-term bitcoin holders are selling according ot NYDIG’s report.

Onchain data shows that vintage coins are continuing to move toward exchanges, suggesting a steady stream of selling. This “seller overhang” dampens price support. “The opposite dynamic is playing out in gold. Large holders, particularly central banks, continue to accumulate the metal,” Cipolaro added.

Adding to the mismatch is how markets are pricing risk. The current turbulence is seen as episodic, driven by tariffs, policy threats, and short-term shocks. Gold has long served as a hedge for that kind of uncertainty.

Bitcoin, by contrast, is better suited to longer-term concerns, like fiat debasement or sovereign debt crises.

“Gold excels in moments of immediate confidence loss, war risk, and fiat debasement that does not involve a full system break,” Cipolaro added.

“Bitcoin, by contrast, is better suited to hedging long-run monetary and geopolitical disorder and slow-moving trust erosion that unfolds over years, not weeks. As long as markets believe the present risks are dangerous but not yet foundational, gold remains the preferred hedge.”

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It's about a lot more than "zooming out." Supply overhangs and investor "muscle memory" regarding gold help explain bitcoin's poor absolute and relative performance.

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Bitcoin has failed so far to act as an inflation hedge or safe-haven asset, lagging badly behind gold, which has surged amid high inflation, wars, and interest rate uncertainty.Crypto advocates argue that bitcoin’s weakness reflects a temporary supply overhang, investor “muscle memory” favoring familiar precious metals and its correlation with risk assets, rather than a collapse in long-term demand.Many bitcoin proponents still see BTC as a superior long-term store of value and “digital gold,” predicting that, once traditional hard assets are overbought, capital will rotate into bitcoin, allowing it to “catch up” to gold.

U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds posted their worst week since February 2025, with $1.33 billion in net outflows across a shortened four-day trading week, according to SoSoValue data.

The outflows mark a sharp reversal from the prior week, when the same funds attracted $1.42 billion in net inflows. Markets were closed Monday for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday, leaving only four trading sessions.

Wednesday delivered the heaviest blow, with $709 million exiting bitcoin ETFs in a single session, followed by $483 million in outflows on Tuesday, per SoSoValue. The bleeding slowed toward the end of the week, with Thursday and Friday seeing $32 million and $104 million in redemptions, respectively.

The week's outflows represent the largest weekly redemptions since late February 2025, when bitcoin ETFs shed $2.61 billion during a volatile stretch that saw bitcoin fall from its then-all-time high above $109,000 to below $80,000. That period, which analysts dubbed the "February Freeze," included a record single-day outflow of $1.14 billion on Feb. 25.

BlackRock's IBIT, the largest spot bitcoin ETF by assets, recorded outflows on each of the four trading days last week, according to SoSoValue data. IBIT saw its heaviest redemptions on Tuesday and Wednesday, contributing significantly to the overall weekly decline. The fund holds approximately $69.75 billion in net assets and represents roughly 3.9% of bitcoin's total supply.

Despite the recent outflows, cumulative net inflows into U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs since their January 2024 launch remain at $56.5 billion, with total net assets standing at approximately $115.9 billion.

Ethereum ETFs follow suitSpot ETFs mirrored their bitcoin counterparts, posting $611 million in net outflows for the week. Wednesday was also the worst session for ether products, with $298 million in redemptions, followed by $230 million on Tuesday, per SoSoValue.

The week's ether ETF outflows represent a significant reversal from the prior week, which saw $479 million in net inflows driven by strong performances from BlackRock's ETHA and Grayscale funds.

Total Ethereum ETF net assets now stand at approximately $17.7 billion, with cumulative net inflows of $12.3 billion since the products launched in July 2024.

Solana and XRP ETFs buck the trendWhile bitcoin and ether funds bled capital, spot Solana ETFs continued their positive momentum, attracting $9.6 million in net inflows over the four trading days, per SoSoValue. The products have now seen inflows for multiple consecutive weeks, with Bitwise's BSOL maintaining its position as the category leader by assets under management.

Spot XRP ETFs had a more mixed week, posting a net outflow of $40.6 million. Tuesday saw $53 million leave the funds, though the products recovered modest inflows of $7 million to $3 million on the remaining days. The outflows follow ETFs' first daily net outflow since their mid-November debut, which occurred during the first week of January.

"Crypto has been weaker relative to other asset classes, with investors feeling more comfortable taking positions in stocks than in crypto," Min Jung, Research Associate at Presto Research, previously told The Block. "That dynamic appears to be continuing, and is reflected in both price action and ETF flows."

The ETF outflows come as on-chain data signals a broader shift in market dynamics. holders have begun realizing net losses for the first time since October 2023, according to a CryptoQuant report published Thursday. The firm said the market has transitioned from a "profit-taking" phase to a "loss-realization" phase over the past 30 days, with cumulative realized losses totaling approximately 69,000 BTC since Dec. 23. CryptoQuant noted the current on-chain structure resembles patterns observed during the 2021-2022 bull-to-bear transition.

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