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Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - December 19, 2025) - SILICON METALS CORP. (CSE: SI) (FSE: X6U) ("Silicon Metals" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has the intention to complete a flow-through private placement of flow-through common shares for gross proceeds of up to $195,000 (the "Flow-Through Offering").

Pursuant to the Flow-Through Offering, the Company intends to issue up to 3,000,000 flow-through common shares at a price per share of $0.065. The Company intends to use the aggregate proceeds of the Flow-Through Offering to incur eligible exploration expenditures on its projects in British Columbia and Ontario. Finders' fees may be payable in connection with the Flow-Through Offering in accordance with the policies of the CSE.

All securities issued in connection with the Flow-through Offering will be subject to a statutory hold period expiring four months and one day after the date of issuance, as set out in National Instrument 45‐102 - Resale of Securities.

None of the securities sold in connection with the Offering will be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and no such securities may be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements. This news release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy nor shall there be any sale of the securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful.

About Silicon Metals Corp.

Silicon Metals Corp. is currently focused on exploration and development in Canada, namely British Columbia and Ontario. The Company's Maple Birch Project, located approximately 30km south-east of Sudbury, Ontario, is a high purity quartz pegmatite project with a 3,000 tonne per year production permit. The Company holds a 100% interest in the Crystal Hills Project, located approximately 40 km north of the city of North Bay, Ontario, Canada, which consists of five mineral claims comprised of eighteen (18) cells totalling approximately 400 hectares. The Company also holds an undivided 100% right, title, and interest in the exploration stage and now fully 5-year permitted Ptarmigan Silica Project, located approximately 130km from Prince George, British Columbia. The Company has also acquired an undivided 100% right, title, and interest in both the exploration stage Silica Ridge Silica Project located approximately 70kms southeast from the town of MacKenzie, British Columbia, as well as the exploration stage Longworth Silica Project located approximately 85km East from Prince George, British Columbia.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF

SILICON METALS CORP.

"Morgan Good"

Morgan Good
Chief Executive Officer and Director

For more information regarding this news release and any other details regarding the Company's future plans please contact:

Morgan Good, CEO and Director

Neither the CSE nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the CSE accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release).

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This release includes certain statements and information that may constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking statements relate to future events or future performance and reflect the expectations or beliefs of management of the Company regarding future events. Generally, forward-looking statements and information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "intends" or "anticipates", or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "should", "would" or "occur". This information and these statements, referred to herein as "forward‐looking statements", are not historical facts, are made as of the date of this news release and include without limitation, statements regarding the Offering (including completion and use of proceeds).

Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements and information contained in this news release. Readers are cautioned that the foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive.

In making the forward-looking statements in this news release, the Company has applied certain material assumptions, including without limitation, that the Company will be able to complete the Flow-Through Offering as anticipated, or at all, that the Company will be able to use the proceeds of the Flow-Through Offering as anticipated, and that the Company will have all the necessary resources, including personnel and capital to carry out its business plans.

These forward‐looking statements involve numerous risks and uncertainties, and actual results might differ materially from results suggested in any forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, among other things, that the Company may not receive regulatory approval for the Flow-Through Offering; that the Company may not be able to complete the Flow-Through Offering as anticipated, or at all; that the Company may not be able to use the proceeds of the Flow-Through Offering as anticipated; that the Company will be unable to carry out its business plans as disclosed; changes in applicable legislation impacting the Company's exploration plans; unanticipated costs; loss of key personnel; failure to raise the capital required to carry out the Company's business plans.

Although management of the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking statements or forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements and forward-looking information. Readers are cautioned that reliance on such information may not be appropriate for other purposes. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking statement, forward-looking information or financial out-look that are incorporated by reference herein, except in accordance with applicable securities laws. We seek safe harbor.

NOT FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES OR TO U.S. PERSONS

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Source: Silicon Metals Corp.

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PASADENA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--East West Bancorp, Inc. (“East West” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: EWBC), announced plans to host conference calls to review financial results on the following dates: Financial Period Earnings Release Date Conference Call Time Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Thursday, January 22, 2026 2 p.m. PT/5 p.m. ET First Quarter 2026 Tuesday, April 21, 2026 2 p.m. PT/5 p.m. ET The financial results are scheduled to be released after the market closes on the dates noted ab.

The streaming pioneer has opened three Netflix House, which offer “experiences” built around some of the company's most popular series. You better be a fan.

These tech giants are already massive, but that doesn't mean they've run out of opportunities to grow.

Are you worried that you've missed out on the opportunity to generate a great return from artificial intelligence (AI) stocks? There are still plenty of good and reasonably priced AI stocks you can add to your portfolio today. And many of them are already large, safe, and established players in tech.

Heading into 2026, three AI stocks that I think possess the most upside are Alphabet (GOOG +1.55%)(GOOGL +1.55%), Amazon (AMZN +0.26%), and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM +1.50%). Here's why it's not too late to invest in these three tech giants.

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Alphabet
It may come as a surprise to some that Alphabet is on this list. It is, after all, already one of the most valuable companies in the world. Its market cap of $3.7 trillion puts it not all that far behind the world's most valuable company, Nvidia, which is worth $4.3 trillion. Once a company gets that valuable, it becomes harder to keep the growth going.

The reason Alphabet still looks like a fantastic buy going into 2026 is that it can still go higher. For a while, investors were skeptical about its ability to continue to dominate in search, its core business, amid concerns that AI chatbots would steer users away from Google. And there may still be many skeptics out there, which is why Alphabet isn't the most valuable company in the world right now, which I believe is where it should rank given how massive its business is.

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AI has enabled Alphabet to enhance Google Search and add value for creators on YouTube. But don't forget that it also has a rapidly expanding robotaxi business in Waymo. Its cloud business is expanding, and the company is also making its own chips.

Its operations are far more diverse than many other AI stocks out there, including Nvidia's. And yet, Alphabet's stock trades at a forward price-to-earnings (P/E) multiple of 28. That's modest in comparison to the Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF where the average forward earnings multiple is just under 30. Alphabet should command a far higher premium than where it's at today, which is why, even at its current valuation, it can be a no-brainer buy heading into next year.

Amazon
Another obvious pick looks to be Amazon, whose valuation is $2.4 trillion, which remains firmly behind both Nvidia and Alphabet. Over the past 12 months, Amazon's stock price has actually declined by 4%. This is another example of an AI stock that may be worthy of a higher valuation.

The company is known primarily for its online marketplace and its cloud business, Amazon Web Services (AWS), which is a terrific growth driver. But in addition to that, Amazon also has a robotaxi business of its own, Zoox. It's not as big or popular as Waymo, but its toaster-designed vehicles look sleeker and more modern and could be more ideal for operating as robotaxis.

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Amazon has also been expanding its same-day delivery of fresh groceries to more markets recently, which can steal some market share from rival Walmart. Amazon has done a great job of predicting and anticipating purchases on its online marketplace, and replicating that success with groceries could make that an underrated opportunity where its AI capabilities can shine and give it an advantage.

Given the diversification of Amazon's business and plentiful growth opportunities, this is a stock that should also be worth more; it trades at a forward P/E of 27.

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
In contrast to the other tech giants listed above, there's Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing, or TSMC as it is also known. Its business is not as diversified, and that works to its advantage. TSMC makes chips for tech companies, including Nvidia. Its low-cost operations make it difficult for Intel and other rivals to compete. The Taiwan-based company plays an important role in the AI world due to the industry's dependence on its foundry.

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In its most recent quarterly report, for the quarter that ended on Sept. 30, TSMC's revenue rose by 30%, and its diluted per-share profit jumped by 39%. Not only has its growth been impressive, but it has incredibly strong operating margins of around 50%.

The stock has rallied more than 40% this year and has a $1.5 trillion market cap. But with a forward P/E of just under 24, it's the cheapest stock on this list.

B & T Capital Management DBA Alpha Capital Management increased its stake in Atlas Energy Solutions (AESI 1.81%) by 306,363 shares, boosting position value by approximately $2.64 million, according to the November 12, 2025, SEC filing.

What happenedAccording to a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission dated November 12, 2025, B & T Capital Management DBA Alpha Capital Management increased its holding in Atlas Energy Solutions (AESI 1.81%) by 306,363 shares over the prior quarter. The position was valued at $8,253,631 as of September 30, 2025, reflecting normal trading activity for the fund.

What else to knowThe trade increased the fund’s reportable position in Atlas Energy Solutions to 1.3092% of 13F assets under managementTop holdings after the filing:  NASDAQ: QQQ: $55,804,216 (8.9% of AUM)NASDAQ: VIGI: $26,343,220 (4.2% of AUM)NYSEMKT: BIL: $25,194,000 (4.0% of AUM)NYSEMKT: SCHX: $21,403,853 (3.4% of AUM)NYSEMKT: SCHG: $21,387,148 (3.4% of AUM)As of November 11, 2025, shares of Atlas Energy Solutions were priced at $10.18Stock fell 51.29% over the past year, underperforming the S&P 500 by 62.26 percentage pointsThe company has a 9.72% dividend yield and is priced at 62.10% below its 52-week highCompany overviewMetricValuePrice (as of market close 2025-11-11)$10.18Market Capitalization$1.26 billionRevenue (TTM)$1.12 billionDividend Yield9.72%Company snapshotProvides proppant and logistics services to the oil and natural gas industry, with operations concentrated in the Permian Basin of West Texas and New Mexico.Generates revenue primarily through the sale and delivery of proppant materials and integrated logistics solutions for hydraulic fracturing operations.Serves exploration and production companies operating in the Permian Basin, targeting upstream oil and gas producers as its core customer base.Atlas Energy Solutions is a leading provider of proppant and logistics services to the oil and gas sector, with a strategic focus on the Permian Basin. The company leverages integrated supply chain capabilities to support efficient hydraulic fracturing operations for major energy producers.

Foolish takeB&T Capital added to its holdings of Atlas Energy Solutions in Q3 2025, bringing its total stake to 725k shares worth about $8.25 million as of its Q3 filing. This additional 306k share purchase pushed the share of Atlas Energy in B&T’s portfolio to 1.3% of its total portfolio.

Atlas Energy Solutions is a company that provides proppant materials and logistics services to the oil and natural gas industry in West Texas and New Mexico. Although its business is tightly concentrated in this area, this region also produces approximately 45% of the total crude oil in the United States, giving it plenty of room to run when it comes to potential future income.

Companies like Atlas Energy Solutions have a mixed risk/reward profile. Although it is in a highly specialized field positioned in a lucrative location, because so much of its business comes from such a concentrated area, this can create a lot of risk should something go wrong in that particular area. Investors considering Atlas Energy Solutions should hedge with similar companies located in other regions or with wider global reach.

Glossary13F reportable assets under management (AUM): The total market value of securities a fund must disclose in quarterly SEC Form 13F filings.
Dividend yield: Annual dividend payments divided by the stock's current price, expressed as a percentage.
Proppant: Sand or similar materials used in hydraulic fracturing to keep underground rock fractures open, allowing oil or gas to flow.
Hydraulic fracturing: A technique using pressurized fluid to create fractures in rock, enhancing oil and gas extraction.
Permian Basin: A major oil- and gas-producing region in West Texas and southeastern New Mexico.
Upstream oil and gas producers: Companies involved in exploring for and extracting crude oil or natural gas.
Integrated logistics solutions: Coordinated services managing the transportation and delivery of materials throughout the supply chain.
TTM: The 12-month period ending with the most recent quarterly report.

Kristi Waterworth has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

DEUTZ Aktiengesellschaft (DEUZF) M&A Call December 17, 2025 7:00 PM EST

Company Participants

Sebastian Schulte - CEO & Chairman of Management Board

Conference Call Participants

Judith Benner - Airtime Software AG
Stefan Augustin - Warburg Research GmbH
Jorge González Sadornil - Hauck Aufhäuser Investment Banking

Presentation

Judith Benner
Airtime Software AG

Good morning, and welcome to DEUTZ's conference call on the acquisition of Frerk Aggregatebau GmbH. Please note that this call is being recorded, and a replay will be available on deutz.com later today. By participating in this call, you are consenting to this.

And now I am pleased to welcome DEUTZ's CEO, Sebastian Schulte, who will provide an overview of the acquired company, Frerk Aggregatebau GmbH and the transaction. Afterwards, we will open the floor for your questions. And for your information, we are planning this call to last 30 minutes.

As always, please note the disclaimer, especially regarding forward-looking statements. And with this, I'm handing over to you, Sebastian.

Sebastian Schulte
CEO & Chairman of Management Board

Yes. Thank you very much. And also from my side, good morning, in the last week before Christmas to our analysts and investors call. Because yesterday, we signed an SPA to acquire Frerk Aggregatebau in Northern Germany. And Frerk, as I will point out later, is an established German system integrator. And the rationale, and again, I will point that out later in more detail, is to really build up or strengthen our position as DEUTZ in an extremely fast-growing market for backup power solutions, particularly in the field of data centers, critical infrastructure. So all verticals which are growing strongly and where we have a very, very strong right to play and right to win.

What I will cover in this morning's short presentation is the market perspective, tell you a bit

PIMCO Enhanced Short Maturity Active ETF remains a tactical cash-plus vehicle, offering slightly higher yields than money market funds amid falling rates. MINT's ultra-short 0.24-year duration and active management provide capital preservation and incremental carry, primarily via investment-grade US dollar debt. Recent rate cuts from 4% to 3.5% have pressured MINT's yield and dividend growth, with further cuts likely to narrow its yield advantage over T-bills.

, /PRNewswire/ -- Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP announces that the F5 class action lawsuit – captioned Smith v. F5, Inc., No. 25-cv-02619 (W.D. Wash.) – seeks to represent purchasers or acquirers of F5, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIV) securities and charges F5 and certain of F5's top executives with violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

If you suffered substantial losses and wish to serve as lead plaintiff of the F5 class action lawsuit, please provide your information here:

https://www.rgrdlaw.com/cases-f5-inc-class-action-lawsuit-ffiv.html

You can also contact attorneys J.C. Sanchez or Jennifer N. Caringal of Robbins Geller by calling 800/449-4900 or via e-mail at [email protected].  Lead plaintiff motions for the F5 class action lawsuit must be filed with the court no later than February 17, 2026.

CASE ALLEGATIONS: F5 is a global multi-cloud application security and delivery company which enables customers to deploy, secure, and operate applications on-premises or via public cloud.

The F5 class action lawsuit alleges that throughout the Class Period, defendants 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.  The complaint alleges that 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.

The F5 class action lawsuit further alleges that on October 15, 2025, F5 disclosed that "[i]n August 2025, we learned a highly sophisticated nation-state threat actor maintained long-term, persistent access to, and downloaded files from, certain F5 systems.  These systems included our BIG-IP product development environment and engineering knowledge management platforms."  On this news, the price of F5 stock fell nearly 14% over two trading days, according to the complaint.

Then, on October 27, 2025, the F5 class action lawsuit further alleges that F5 published its fourth quarter fiscal year 2025 results, providing significantly below-market growth expectations for fiscal 2026 due in significant part to the security breach as F5 announced expected reductions to sales and renewals, elongated sales cycles, terminated projections, and increased expenses attributed to ongoing remediation efforts.  Defendants also allegedly disclosed that BIG-IP, the product that was the subject of the security breach, is F5's highest revenue product.  On this news, the price of F5 stock fell nearly 11% over two trading days, according to the complaint.

THE LEAD PLAINTIFF PROCESS: The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 permits any investor who purchased or acquired F5 securities during the Class Period to seek appointment as lead plaintiff in the F5 class action lawsuit.  A lead plaintiff is generally the movant with the greatest financial interest in the relief sought by the putative class who is also typical and adequate of the putative class.  A lead plaintiff acts on behalf of all other class members in directing the F5 investor class action lawsuit.  The lead plaintiff can select a law firm of its choice to litigate the F5 shareholder class action lawsuit.  An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff of the F5 class action lawsuit.

ABOUT ROBBINS GELLER: Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP is one of the world's leading law firms representing investors in securities fraud and shareholder litigation.  Our Firm has been ranked #1 in the ISS Securities Class Action Services rankings for four out of the last five years for securing the most monetary relief for investors.  In 2024, we recovered over $2.5 billion for investors in securities-related class action cases – more than the next five law firms combined, according to ISS.  With 200 lawyers in 10 offices, Robbins Geller is one of the largest plaintiffs' firms in the world, and the Firm's attorneys have obtained many of the largest securities class action recoveries in history, including the largest ever – $7.2 billion – in In re Enron Corp. Sec. Litig.  Please visit the following page for more information:

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On-chain data shows the Ethereum exchange netflow has witnessed a negative spike during the past week, a potential sign that investors have been accumulating.

Ethereum Exchange Netflow Has Been Red For The Past Week
As pointed out by institutional DeFi solutions provider Sentora in a new post on X, Ethereum has seen net outflows from exchanges in the past week. The indicator of relevance here is the “Exchange Netflow,” which measures the net amount of ETH that’s moving into or out of wallets connected with centralized exchanges.

When the value of this metric is positive, it means the investors are depositing a net number of tokens to these platforms. As one of the main reasons why holders deposit their coins to exchanges is for selling-related purposes, this kind of trend can be bearish for the asset’s price.

On the other hand, the indicator being below zero suggests outflows are dominating the inflows on exchanges. Such a trend can be a sign that investors are in a phase of accumulation, which can naturally be bullish for the cryptocurrency.

As the data shared by Sentora shows, Ethereum has seen a weekly Exchange Netflow value of -$978.45 million, indicating that traders have made a massive amount of net withdrawals.

The weekly change in the ETH network fees and Exchange Netflow | Source: Sentora on X
The significant outflows have come as Ethereum has witnessed a decline during the past week. As Sentora explains:

This signals aggressive accumulation where investors are likely “buying the dip” and withdrawing assets to cold storage or on-chain environments, tightening the liquid supply despite the negative price momentum.

The price drawdown in the past week has also accompanied a drop in the total transaction fees on the network, meaning that transfer activity has gone down. The blockchain saw about $2.64 million in fees over the last week, which is more than 15% down week-over-week.

ETH Saw A Brief Visit Under $2,800 Before Rebounding
Ethereum observed a decline to $2,780 on Thursday, but the asset was able to bounce back as it’s now floating just under $3,000.

The trend in the price of the coin over the last five days | Source: ETHUSDT on TradingView
Interestingly, ETH’s bottom was around the same level as a major on-chain supply cluster, as a chart shared by analyst Ali Martinez in an X post shows.

How the current URPD of ETH looks | Source: @ali_charts on X
In the graph, Martinez has attached the data of the Ethereum UTXO Realized Price Distribution (URPD) from on-chain analytics firm Glassnode. This metric basically tells us how much ETH supply was last transacted at the various price levels that the coin has visited in its history.

There is a huge supply zone located at $2,772 on the URPD, suggesting a large amount of investors have their cost basis at it. Generally, such levels act as a support boundary during downtrends, as traders who purchased there buy the dip to defend it.

Featured image from Dall-E, Sentora.com, chart from TradingView.com

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TRON DAO has announced a major cross-chain integration with Base, allowing TRX to be bridged directly into the Base ecosystem via LayerZero. 

The move positions TRON within one of the fastest-growing L2 environments, opening its token to new liquidity routes, DeFi activity, and a new wave of users outside its existing ecosystem. 

But despite the significance of the announcement, TRX’s price has yet to reflect any meaningful shift.

TRON enters the Coinbase ecosystem through Base
With the new integration, users can now bridge TRX into Base and trade it through decentralized exchanges such as Aerodrome. For TRON, this represents one of the most important expansions of its network footprint in years.

Bringing this level of activity to Base gives the L2 a new flow of potential liquidity, while giving TRON users their first native access point into Coinbase’s expanding decentralized ecosystem. 

Justin Sun called the integration “a meaningful step toward making blockchain networks operate more seamlessly together,” emphasizing shared goals around scale and interoperability.

The Base connection could become bullish, but TRX price has not reacted yet
Despite the significance of this development, TRX remains muted on the charts. The token trades around $0.28, locked inside a tight consolidation after months of downward pressure.

Source: TradingView

1. TRX remains range-bound with no breakout yet
The 12H chart shows TRX struggling to break above the $0.29–$0.305 resistance zone. The structure is still neutral-to-bearish, and momentum remains weak. For sentiment to reverse, TRX needs a clean move above the early-December swing highs.

2. Money flow remains weak despite the announcement
The Chaikin Money Flow [CMF] sits around –0.12, indicating more capital is flowing out of TRX than into it. This suggests the integration has not yet sparked renewed accumulation among traders or large holders.

Historically, TRX rallies when inflows turn positive for several days — something that has not happened yet.

3. Price impact depends entirely on real liquidity, not narrative
If the integration drives:

TRX liquidity pools on Aerodrome
Actual TRX inflows bridging onto Base
Higher trading volumes from Base users
Expanded cross-chain settlement flows

…then TRX could break out of its range and flip sentiment.

But without that activity, the market is treating the news as neutral rather than immediately bullish.

What to watch next for TRON
If Base becomes a meaningful liquidity extension for TRON — similar to how it uplifted other assets earlier this year — the medium-term price impact could be significant. 

But for now, traders remain cautious, waiting for real usage data rather than reacting to the announcement alone.

Final Thoughts

The TRON–Base integration is strategically transformative, but TRX price remains stagnant until real liquidity and demand begin flowing through Base.
A breakout above $0.305 would be the first clear signal that the market is pricing in this new cross-chain expansion.

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The Cardano network is showing signs of activity as on-chain data reveals a sharp increase in transactions tied to the movement of $NIGHT tokens. 

Transaction data surrounding $NIGHT tokens has now grown into new milestones in just a few weeks after launch. Although the entire market conditions are far from bullish, the surge in transaction count points to a structural increase in real activity on the Cardano blockchain.

NIGHT Token Activity Sparks A Transaction Surge On Cardano
The momentum traces back to data highlighted by blockchain explorer Cexplorer.io on the social media platform X. On Wednesday, the platform flagged that Cardano had processed over 122,000 transactions that contained the $NIGHT token, the native asset of the Midnight network. That figure has since adjusted, and transaction activity has been increasing since then. 

At the time of writing, the number of recorded transactions containing $NIGHT stands at 141,363, which indicates continued movement across wallets since their launch. This pattern shows that users are actively interacting with the token following its launch and that Cardano’s base layer is handling meaningful throughput tied directly to user engagement.

What The Data Says About The Network’s Health
The recent transaction data paints a more encouraging picture for Cardano, particularly in light of the long-standing narrative that the network lacks organic on-chain activity. For years, the network has often been dismissed as a so-called ghost chain, with critics arguing about its organic usage. 

This perception has also carried over into Cardano’s DeFi metrics, where co-founder Charles Hoskinson has previously pointed to a gap between on-chain application usage and the roughly 1.3 million users actively participating in Cardano’s staking system.

Furthermore, the creation of Midnight and its native token NIGHT is positive for Cardano as a deliberate expansion of its ecosystem. Midnight was designed as a privacy-focused blockchain that works alongside the network to address long-standing concerns around confidential computation and data protection while still aligning with regulatory and compliance expectations. 

The Midnight sidechain uses zero-knowledge cryptography, and developers can build applications where sensitive information can still be private while allowing selective disclosure when needed. This approach positions Midnight as a practical privacy layer that fits into real-world use cases.

The design and launch mechanics for Midnight and NIGHT make it so that community members needed to claim their token allocations through an official redemption portal and wait for them to thaw or unlock according to a predetermined schedule before they could be moved or fully utilized. 

On-chain activity tied to $NIGHT is one positive to look at amidst the current state of the Cardano network and its price action, which has been under persistent bearish pressure. ADA is trading at a 2025 low around the mid-$0.30s, which is indicative of the selling pressure across the entire crypto market.

AD trading at $0.36 on the 1D chart | Source: ADAUSDT on Tradingview.com
Featured image from Adobe Stock, chart from Tradingview.com

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More capital is coming to the ledger.

XRP (XRP +6.72%) might be down by 22% in the last 12 months, but there's plenty of reason to be hopeful for its performance in 2026.

I predict three things in particular for this coin next year. Investors probably shouldn't be expecting a run to the moon, but all three of my predictions are at least somewhat bullish, and I expect XRP's price to rise from where it is now as a result.

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1. There will be at least two more big institutional pilots
Ripple, the company that issues XRP and operates the RippleNet payment service, will likely announce at least two additional pilot programs with recognizable financial institutions or payment processors in 2026.

For example, Ripple has recently highlighted bank adoption tied to its payments stack, including a European bank partnership announcement in December 2025, and I'm predicting that more collaborations of that type are on the way but will be even bigger than before.

The reason this is bullish is that a successful pilot program can validate institutional workflows and assess operational feasibility in a way that later encourages both the piloting organization as well as its peers to adopt the chain as a piece of financial technology. However, a key question is whether these pilots will require meaningful balances and transfers held on the chain, or whether XRP will be used mostly as optional plumbing for paying chain fees. It isn't possible to know the answer in advance, as different businesses will want to use the chain for different purposes.

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My second prediction is that the value of tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) on the XRPL will grow sharply in 2026, with tokenized U.S. Treasuries leading the way. The chain's base of stablecoins will also see a lot of growth.

Today, there are $213 million in tokenized assets held on the XRPL for the purpose of distribution or trading, and $322 million in stablecoin value. At the start of 2025, there were just $5 million in tokenized assets. Until the December 2024 launch of RLUSD, Ripple's dollar-backed stablecoin on the XRPL, there wasn't all that much in the way of stablecoin value either. Today, RLUSD alone has a market cap of more than $1.3 billion spread across a handful of different networks including the XRPL.

Treasuries will lead the next leg of on-chain asset growth because they're the financial system's favorite cash equivalent to use as collateral, and stablecoins will also grow because they make settlement and treasury operations easier across borders and across counterparties. Especially considering Wall Street's increasing interest in blockchain-based asset management over the last 18 months, a doubling or tripling of stablecoin and tokenized asset value on the network in 2026 is thus very plausible.

Of course, it's also possible that capital holders will ultimately prefer to park their assets on a competing blockchain.

3. One type of institutional buyer will ebb, but another type will boom
In 2026, I predict that the XRP digital asset treasury (DAT) company phenomenon will lose most of its remaining (and already quite diminished) momentum.

In case you missed it, a crypto treasury company, or DAT, is essentially a business that raises money (often via issuing stock or taking out debt) to accumulate a crypto asset. When the stock market loves the asset's story, inflows often surge, and the coin's price rises alongside the DAT stock prices. When sentiment sours, inflows can slow, stop, or become outflows. We've been in a more bearish period in crypto for the last few months, and so the gold rush of new treasurers emerging is almost certainly over.

Nonetheless, I also predict that the more durable buyer base in 2026 will be the new and expanding crop of XRP exchange-traded funds (ETFs). With the first of these ETFs launching in late November, there's now a new and easy way for retirement or brokerage investors to accumulate XRP without needing to set up a compatible crypto wallet. Right now, after less than a month on the market, those ETFs now control around $1.2 billion in assets, making them among the most successful crypto ETF launches to date.

But there is some evidence that this success is happening unusually early, which might portend even larger inflows in the future. The first Ethereum ETFs brought very underwhelming inflows for its first nine months or so before starting to pick up speed.

So if the XRP ETFs follow this pattern, the tail end of 2026 will be when they start to bring in larger and larger volumes of capital, which will likely boost XRP's price.

TRON DAO announced that it has integrated with Base, the Ethereum Layer 2 network backed by Coinbase, enabling cross-chain access for TRX through LayerZero, according to an official statement.

The integration allows users to bridge TRX onto Base and interact with the network’s on-chain environment. As a result, TRX can now be traded on Base-native decentralized exchanges, including Aerodrome, expanding the token’s accessibility beyond the TRON network.

This development increases interoperability between the two ecosystems by connecting TRON’s existing liquidity and user base with Base’s low-fee and high-throughput infrastructure. The move reduces friction for users seeking to move assets across chains without relying on centralized intermediaries.

TRON founder Justin Sun said the integration supports a broader industry shift toward shared blockchain rails rather than isolated networks. By enabling smoother cross-chain flows, the setup aims to support practical use cases such as trading, settlement, and application development.

The TRON–Base connection also aligns with efforts to simplify transitions between traditional financial systems and on-chain platforms, as lower costs and faster settlement remain key factors for adoption.

Source: TRON DAO announcement

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The Bitcoin price has experienced a significant correction after reaching all-time highs above $126,000 in October, currently trading just above $87,900. This marks a notable 30% decline over the past few months. 

Despite this setback, analysts at Citi express optimism for the cryptocurrency’s future, forecasting that its value will continue to rise through 2026.

Optimistic Bitcoin Price Predictions
According to Citi’s analysts, the base case for the Bitcoin price is set at $143,000, reflecting a potential 62% increase from current levels. In a more bullish scenario, the cryptocurrency could surge to over $189,000, indicating a substantial 114% increase. 

Conversely, the analysts also present a bear case for the leading crypto, with an estimated price around $78,500, which would represent an additional 10.6% decline from current trading levels.

The forecast from Citi relies on the assumption that investor adoption will persist, particularly with an influx of funds into exchange-traded funds (ETFs) projected to reach $15 billion. This influx is seen as a catalyst that could significantly boost the Bitcoin price. 

Furthermore, ongoing negotiations in the US Senate regarding their version of the crypto market structure bill, namely the CLARITY Act, which aims to regulate Bitcoin under the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), is anticipated to enhance market adoption.

In contrast to Bitcoin, analysts express concerns regarding Ethereum’s (ETH) potential for growth. They argue that Ethereum, being viewed more as “programmable money,” has seen decreased activity, which has resulted in its current trading price of just below $3,000—40% below its all-time high of $4,964.

Additional Catalyst For Price Growth
Chris Neiger, an analyst at The Motley Fool, also attaches bullish predictions to the Bitcoin price future, highlighting that recent US job data reflects an unemployment rate increase to 4.6%, the highest since 2021. 

He asserted that if the Federal Reserve (Fed) chose to lower interest rates by 2026, the Bitcoin price could benefit since lower rates typically enhance the cryptocurrency’s value by making borrowing more affordable.

In November, JPMorgan provided a more conservative estimate, suggesting that Bitcoin could reach $170,000 by 2026, with potential upside expected over the next six to twelve months. 

Meanwhile, even more aggressive predictions from market researcher Fundstrat forecast the Bitcoin price could soar between $200,000 and $250,000 by the end of 2026, largely driven by the mainstream adoption of ETFs.

Additionally, the establishment of the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve by the federal government has encouraged states to consider similar initiatives.

Neiger concludes that just as ETFs have contributed to the credibility of cryptocurrencies and facilitated price increases, the formation of state-level Bitcoin reserves could serve as another critical driver propelling Bitcoin’s value higher in 2026.

The daily chart shows BTC’s price trading below the crucial $90,000 level. Source: BTCUSDT on TradingView.com
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NEAR Protocol has integrated with Solana as of December 19, 2025, an event that has captured the attention of the cryptocurrency sector. This development could potentially influence the market dynamics by providing additional liquidity, which traders hope might counteract the recent downward trends observed in NEAR’s market performance.

The integration allows NEAR to leverage Solana’s high-speed transaction capabilities, which is expected to enhance the functionality and appeal of NEAR among traders and developers. Solana is renowned for its scalability and low-cost transaction processing, making it an attractive platform for blockchains seeking to improve their operational efficiency. This move could position NEAR more competitively in the crowded digital asset market, potentially attracting new users and developers to its ecosystem.

From a business perspective, the collaboration between NEAR and Solana is strategic. Solana’s fast transaction speeds and ability to handle high throughput may address some of the scalability challenges that NEAR has faced. By tapping into Solana’s infrastructure, NEAR could enhance its transaction processing capabilities, potentially leading to increased adoption and utility of its native token. This could be particularly significant as both networks aim to capture a larger share of decentralized finance (DeFi) and Web3 projects.

In terms of regional implications, this development may bolster the presence of both networks in key markets where blockchain technology is rapidly evolving, such as Asia and North America. The integration can also facilitate cross-chain functionalities, which are increasingly in demand as users and developers seek more interoperable blockchain solutions. As NEAR continues to expand its footprint, collaborations like this are crucial in keeping pace with competitors that are similarly seeking strategic alliances to fortify their market positions.

However, the move is not without potential risks and challenges. The integration requires seamless technical execution and ongoing maintenance to ensure stability and security. Any disruptions could affect user confidence and market perception. Additionally, the broader cryptocurrency market remains volatile, and external factors such as regulatory changes, macroeconomic shifts, or competition from other blockchains could impact the success of NEAR’s integration with Solana.

Furthermore, while the collaboration might increase liquidity and improve transactional capabilities, there is no guarantee that it will lead to a significant reversal in bearish market trends. The cryptocurrency market is influenced by a myriad of factors, including investor sentiment, regulatory news, and technological advancements. Therefore, while the integration could positively impact NEAR’s market activity, it is not a panacea for all market challenges.

Investors and market observers will be closely watching how this development unfolds and its impact on NEAR’s market valuation. As NEAR joins the ranks of projects leveraging Solana’s infrastructure, it remains to be seen how effectively the integration will drive user engagement and adoption in the coming months.

Looking ahead, the success of this integration could influence NEAR’s strategic planning and market strategy. If it results in increased user adoption and market performance, NEAR may seek further collaborations or enhancements to its platform to maintain momentum. Conversely, if challenges arise, it may prompt a reassessment of current strategies or the exploration of alternative technological solutions.

In terms of the timeline, the integration is now live, and the initial market reactions are being monitored. The next steps will involve ongoing assessments of the performance improvements and user engagement metrics. As the integration matures, NEAR’s team will likely provide updates on its impact and any future plans for further collaborations or technological advancements to enhance its platform’s offerings.

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Solana price continues to attract market attention as institutional participation and evolving technical structure converge. Recent developments show that SOL is increasingly being viewed not just as a speculative asset, but as a strategic component in long-term corporate treasury planning. This shift in perception is occurring alongside signs of stabilization and potential directional change in Solana’s price action.

Institutional relevance for Solana price strengthened following the formal collaboration between Mangocueticals and Cube Group to establish a $100 million SOL treasury strategy. Under this agreement, SOL will be treated as a balance-sheet reserve asset rather than a short-term trading position. This distinction is important, as it reflects growing confidence in Solana as a programmable settlement asset suitable for corporate finance applications. Cube Group’s role in execution, custody, and compliance further reinforces the operational credibility of this initiative, while Mangocueticals benefits from treasury diversification and regulatory alignment as a Nasdaq-listed entity. The move reflects a broader trend of institutions adopting scalable blockchain networks for long-horizon capital allocation, increasing the fundamental relevance of Solana price over time.

From a technical perspective, Solana price recently exited a corrective phase that was defined by a falling channel and lower highs. Selling pressure previously capped upside momentum, but downside exhaustion became evident when buyers successfully defended the $117.70 support zone. This defense triggered a recovery that saw SOL reclaim the channel midline and break above descending resistance. Currently trading near $125–$126, Solana price is consolidating around the former resistance at $129.81, now acting as a key structural pivot.

Momentum indicators support a neutral-to-constructive outlook, with the RSI hovering around the 50 level, signaling balance rather than weakness. The formation of higher lows against horizontal resistance suggests improving market structure. If support holds, upside targets at $139.10 and $143.86 remain technically active, with a sustained breakout above $143.86 opening a path toward the $150 resistance zone, a level associated with prior supply and range expansion.

Overall, Solana price reflects a convergence of institutional treasury adoption and improving technical conditions, positioning SOL for potential continuation rather than renewed corrective pressure.

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Speculation is growing in the crypto market after Arthur Hayes, co-founder of BitMEX and a well-known crypto macro commentator, transferred 508 ETH to Galaxy Digital, according to on-chain data from Arkham. The move surprised many observers, especially given Hayes’ recent and strongly bullish stance on Ethereum and its long-term institutional potential.

Blockchain data indicates the Ethereum transfer originated from a wallet linked to Hayes and was sent to a Galaxy Digital deposit address. While transfers to institutional trading desks do not automatically signal an immediate sale, such activity is often associated with liquidity provisioning, portfolio rebalancing, or potential over-the-counter execution. As a result, the transaction has fueled Ethereum sell speculation, particularly given the current market environment.

The timing is notable. Ethereum is trading just below the psychologically important $3,000 level after a volatile December marked by spot ETH ETF outflows, shifting derivatives positioning, and compressed implied volatility. These conditions suggest market caution rather than outright panic. Despite the transfer, Hayes reportedly still controls more than 4,500 ETH, meaning any sale would likely represent tactical portfolio management rather than a full exit from Ethereum.

Only days before the transaction, Hayes laid out one of his strongest bullish theses on Ethereum. He argued that major financial institutions are increasingly accepting that private blockchains are not viable for real security and usage. According to Hayes, stablecoins are the key catalyst making Ethereum understandable and usable for traditional finance, paving the way for banks to build Web3 infrastructure on a public blockchain, with Ethereum as the preferred settlement and security layer.

Hayes acknowledged privacy concerns but suggested these would be solved at the application or Layer-2 level, while Ethereum continues to anchor security. He also offered a long-term valuation outlook, suggesting ETH could reach $20,000 by the end of the current cycle, potentially by the next U.S. presidential election.

For now, Hayes’ on-chain activity appears to reflect short-term positioning rather than a change in conviction. His core thesis remains unchanged: Ethereum stands to benefit if stablecoins and institutional on-chain finance continue to scale, even as the market waits for that narrative to fully play out.

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The Bank of Japan raised its benchmark interest rate to 0.75% on Dec. 18, marking the highest level since 1995, according to statements from the central bank.

Governor Kazuo Ueda characterized the move as a departure from the “ultra-accommodative” monetary policy that has supported global risk-taking for decades.

Summary

Market analysts indicated the rate increase represents a test of global funding mechanisms.
If the Fed shifts to rate cuts while Japan continues raising rates, the U.S.-Japan interest-rate spread would compress, eroding the economic foundations of global leverage.
Bitcoin has maintained levels above recent intraday support despite the monetary policy shifts.

Bitcoin prices were little changed after the announcement, but analysts warned of longer-term risks tied to shifts in global funding.

The rate increase is testing the yen carry trade, which has long supported leverage across assets including crypto.

If Japan continues tightening while the U.S. moves toward rate cuts in 2026, the narrowing U.S.–Japan rate gap could unwind carry trades, trigger capital repatriation to Japan, and pressure risk assets.

Rising Japanese bond yields above 2% and high FX hedging costs are already making domestic bonds more attractive, potentially diverting capital away from U.S. assets and Bitcoin.

Source: CoinGecko
CryptoQuant data shows American investors sold Bitcoin following the Bank of Japan announcement. The Coinbase premium gap, measuring the spread between the USD pair on Coinbase and the USDT pair on Binance, moved into negative territory during U.S. trading hours. See below.

U.S. investors are hitting the sell button hard 💥

The Coinbase Premium Gap is now at -$57—signaling aggressive selling pressure from American traders. pic.twitter.com/gRCPSVvf1o

— Maartunn (@JA_Maartun) December 19, 2025

A negative premium indicates Coinbase, where U.S. institutional trading volume dominates, traded at a discount to offshore venues, suggesting portfolio risk reduction.

Guilherme Tavares, chief executive of i3 Invest, stated that the combination of rising Japanese yields and Bitcoin’s price stability serves as a cautionary signal. “Liquidity has been crucial lately. With long term yields so high in Japan, risky assets are finally starting to show more weakness,” Tavares said. He noted that the correlation between Japanese 40-year bonds and Bitcoin has recently reached extreme lows, indicating the asset may be losing macro support.

Bitcoin has maintained levels above recent intraday support despite the monetary policy shifts.

Timothy Misir, head of research at BRN, characterized the situation as a “macro stalemate” in comments to CryptoSlate.

“US data argues for easing. Japan just tightened. Crypto is caught in between,” Misir stated, describing recent price action as “positioning stress” rather than fundamental capitulation.

Bank of Japan remains limited by Japan’s heavy debt and balance sheet, keeping real rates negative despite the hike to 0.75%. Negative real rates are deliberate policy, likely leading to yen weakness and higher Bitcoin prices over time.

If Japanese insurers pull back from hedged U.S. Treasuries due to high FX costs, the Fed will likely absorb more debt and cap yields, a dynamic that could ultimately be bullish for Bitcoin.

Ripple strengthened its institutional crypto footprint by expanding a strategic partnership that boosts execution, clearing, and balance-sheet support, signaling accelerating demand from sophisticated firms for scalable digital-asset market infrastructure. Ripple Expands Prime Brokerage Ties as Institutional Crypto Demand Grows Institutional momentum in crypto market infrastructure accelerated with a high-profile expansion. Ripple announced Dec.

Capital flows across major crypto assets have started to diverge sharply as valuation signals, ETF demand, and supply behavior paint different pictures for Bitcoin[BTC], Ethereum [ETH], and Ripple [XRP].

BTC has slipped into a historically rare valuation range based on the NVT Golden Cross. However, network activity has not collapsed. 

ETH, meanwhile, is seeing notable exchange withdrawals and large treasury movements, even as ETH spot ETFs post net outflows. 

XRP stands apart. Its spot ETFs continue to attract daily inflows, building sizable assets under management. Together, these signals suggest investors are positioning selectively. 

Rather than broad risk-on behavior, capital appears to rotate based on valuation, supply dynamics, and regulatory clarity. 

These shifts now frame the debate around which of these large-cap assets holds the strongest setup heading into 2026.

Bitcoin valuation signals flash rare reset
Bitcoin’s on-chain valuation metrics have entered a range historically linked to major market resets. The NVT Golden Cross shows price declining faster than actual network usage. 

This divergence has appeared only a handful of times. In previous cycles, forced selling and deleveraging defined the early stages. 

However, long-term holders absorbed supply as fear intensified. The current setup shows similar traits. 

Network activity remains intact. Therefore, valuation compression reflects price adjustment rather than structural weakness. 

As selling pressure fades, accumulation behavior often follows. Still, this signal does not imply immediate upside. 

It highlights a recalibration phase where BTC trades at a discount relative to usage. Historically, such conditions preceded transitions toward steadier accumulation environments.

Source: X

Ethereum supply tightens despite ETF pressure
Ethereum’s supply behavior presents a contrasting picture. Large entities have withdrawn substantial ETH volumes from Binance over several days. 

Resolve Labs alone removed over 13,000 ETH within a week. At the same time, Bitmine added more than 30,000 ETH in a single transaction. 

These movements point to redeployment rather than distribution. However, ETH spot ETFs recorded net outflows. 

This contrast matters. ETF selling reflects portfolio rebalancing instead of outright bearish conviction. 

Meanwhile, on-chain transfers show ETH moving into treasuries and liquidity structures. Therefore, exchange balances continue to tighten. 

This divergence suggests Ethereum faces near-term pressure from ETF mechanics, yet underlying supply dynamics remain constructive.

XRP ETFs attract persistent institutional demand
XRP continues to stand out within the ETF landscape. Spot XRP ETFs have logged inflows every day since launch. Total net assets have now surpassed $1.16 billion.

Unlike Bitcoin and Ethereum, XRP shows limited flow volatility. Instead, capital enters steadily. This pattern points to institutionally driven exposure rather than short-term speculation. 

Moreover, inflows persist despite broader market uncertainty. Therefore, XRP’s ETF demand reflects deliberate allocation behavior. 

The consistency contrasts sharply with episodic BTC and ETH flows. This behavior signals confidence in XRP’s positioning within regulated frameworks. 

While price action often lags flows, sustained accumulation through ETFs has historically preceded structural repricing phases.

Which crypto leads into 2026?
Each asset now follows a distinct trajectory. Bitcoin trades at a valuation discount relative to network usage, a condition historically linked to accumulation phases. 

Ethereum shows tightening supply through on-chain movements, despite ETF-related selling pressure. 

XRP, meanwhile, attracts steady institutional inflows through spot ETFs. These signals suggest different strengths rather than a single universal winner. 

If valuation normalization takes the lead, Bitcoin is likely to regain momentum. If, instead, network deployment and supply absorption prove more influential, Ethereum stands to benefit.

Meanwhile, if regulated capital flows become the key driver, XRP could gain an advantage. As 2026 approaches, the outcome will hinge on which of these forces ultimately guides institutional allocation decisions.

Final Thoughts

Bitcoin and Ethereum reflect valuation and supply recalibration rather than outright capital exit.
XRP’s consistent ETF inflows highlight structurally different institutional positioning.

Bristol Myers Squibb (BMY - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $54.19, demonstrating a +1.61% change from the preceding day's closing price. The stock exceeded the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.88% for the day. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.38%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 1.31%.

Heading into today, shares of the biopharmaceutical company had gained 16.09% over the past month, outpacing the Medical sector's gain of 1.2% and the S&P 500's gain of 2.48%.

The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Bristol Myers Squibb in its upcoming release. The company is slated to reveal its earnings on February 5, 2026. It is anticipated that the company will report an EPS of $1.71, marking a 2.4% rise compared to the same quarter of the previous year. In the meantime, our current consensus estimate forecasts the revenue to be $12.28 billion, indicating a 0.49% decline compared to the corresponding quarter of the prior year.

BMY's full-year Zacks Consensus Estimates are calling for earnings of $6.51 per share and revenue of $47.91 billion. These results would represent year-over-year changes of +466.09% and -0.81%, respectively.

It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Bristol Myers Squibb. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.

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Powell Industries (POWL - Free Report) closed at $332.66 in the latest trading session, marking a +1.19% move from the prior day. This change outpaced the S&P 500's 0.88% gain on the day. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.38%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, added 1.31%.

Shares of the energy equipment company witnessed a gain of 11.69% over the previous month, beating the performance of the Industrial Products sector with its gain of 3.72%, and the S&P 500's gain of 2.48%.

The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Powell Industries in its upcoming release. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $2.85, showcasing a 0.35% downward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. Simultaneously, our latest consensus estimate expects the revenue to be $257.47 million, showing a 6.64% escalation compared to the year-ago quarter.

For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $15.27 per share and a revenue of $1.18 billion, representing changes of +2.76% and +6.63%, respectively, from the prior year.

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In the latest trading session, Shopify (SHOP - Free Report) closed at $169.57, marking a +1.66% move from the previous day. The stock outpaced the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.88%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.38%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 1.31%.

Heading into today, shares of the cloud-based commerce company had gained 15.39% over the past month, outpacing the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 1.49% and the S&P 500's gain of 2.48%.

The upcoming earnings release of Shopify will be of great interest to investors. The company's earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be $0.5, reflecting a 13.64% increase from the same quarter last year. Meanwhile, the latest consensus estimate predicts the revenue to be $3.58 billion, indicating a 27.13% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year.

For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $1.45 per share and revenue of $11.45 billion, which would represent changes of +11.54% and +28.96%, respectively, from the prior year.

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Roblox (RBLX - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $81.94, demonstrating a -2.35% change from the preceding day's closing price. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.88%. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.38%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 1.31%.

Prior to today's trading, shares of the online gaming platform had lost 8.5% lagged the Consumer Discretionary sector's gain of 1.52% and the S&P 500's gain of 2.48%.

The upcoming earnings release of Roblox will be of great interest to investors. It is anticipated that the company will report an EPS of -$0.5, marking a 51.52% fall compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Our most recent consensus estimate is calling for quarterly revenue of $2.07 billion, up 52.11% from the year-ago period.

For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of -$1.59 per share and a revenue of $6.64 billion, representing changes of -10.42% and +51.88%, respectively, from the prior year.

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In the latest trading session, Southern Copper (SCCO - Free Report) closed at $144.00, marking a +1.21% move from the previous day. The stock's change was more than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.88%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.38%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 1.31%.

Heading into today, shares of the miner had gained 18.55% over the past month, outpacing the Basic Materials sector's gain of 8.3% and the S&P 500's gain of 2.48%.

Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of Southern Copper in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $1.54, showcasing a 52.48% upward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $3.68 billion, reflecting a 32.06% rise from the equivalent quarter last year.

In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $5.27 per share and a revenue of $13.12 billion, indicating changes of +21.71% and +14.78%, respectively, from the former year.

Investors should also take note of any recent adjustments to analyst estimates for Southern Copper. These revisions help to show the ever-changing nature of near-term business trends. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the business outlook.

Empirical research indicates that these revisions in estimates have a direct correlation with impending stock price performance. To utilize this, we have created the Zacks Rank, a proprietary model that integrates these estimate changes and provides a functional rating system.

The Zacks Rank system, ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), possesses a remarkable history of outdoing, externally audited, with #1 stocks returning an average annual gain of +25% since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has witnessed a 2.39% increase. Right now, Southern Copper possesses a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy).

In terms of valuation, Southern Copper is presently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 26.98. This represents a discount compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 30.35.

Investors should also note that SCCO has a PEG ratio of 1.31 right now. The PEG ratio is similar to the widely-used P/E ratio, but this metric also takes the company's expected earnings growth rate into account. The Mining - Non Ferrous industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.08 as trading concluded yesterday.

The Mining - Non Ferrous industry is part of the Basic Materials sector. At present, this industry carries a Zacks Industry Rank of 103, placing it within the top 42% of over 250 industries.

The Zacks Industry Rank gauges the strength of our industry groups by measuring the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks within the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.

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