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Down 32% or More in 2026, Are Any of These Top Cryptocurrencies Worth Buying Right Now?

Key Points Though it has taken a steep decline from its 2025 highs, XRP could rebound if the Clarity Act passes this year. Cardano continues to underperform, due to ongoing weakness in decentralized finance. The meme coin market has become extremely saturated, limiting Dogecoin’s upside potential. 10 stocks we like better than XRP › Thus

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Here’s why the Bloom Energy stock is losing momentum despite its growth

Bloom Energy stock has slumped sharply in recent weeks, falling from its year-to-date high of $350 to around $200. The stock has declined for seven consecutive sessions, reaching its lowest level since August 3. Its technical indicators suggest that further downside may be ahead, while persistent valuation concerns continue to weigh on investor sentiment. Bloom

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Buy the Dip: This Dividend-Growth Giant Just Dropped 14%

TC Energy (TSX:TRP) recently gave back some of its gains after a massive rally that saw the stock price double in the past three years. Investors who missed the rebound are wondering if TRP stock is now oversold and good to buy for a self-directed Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) or Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

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2 Optical Stocks to Buy After Tuesday’s Selloff

Key Points Lumentum’s fiscal fourth-quarter revenue rose 109% year over year to $1.01 billion. Coherent’s revenue rose 34% to a record $2.05 billion. Lumentum fell 9.9% and Coherent 12.8% on Tuesday as AI stocks sold off across the board. 10 stocks we like better than Lumentum › Tuesday, Aug. 18, was rough on the artificial

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Here’s why the Nikkei 225 Index is slumping as Japan 30-year bond yield jump

The Nikkei 225 Index fell sharply on Wednesday, hitting its lowest level since August 10 as Japanese government bond yields surged and technology stocks came under pressure. Investors are also weighing growing expectations for a Bank of Japan rate hike and renewed concerns about US-Iran tensions. The index fell to around 65,684 in early trading,

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Why I’m Adding to This Dividend Stock Right Now

When it comes to investing in dividend stocks, savvier investors ignore high-yielding dividends and look beyond them. Instead, they seek companies that have track records of reliably paying and growing distributions for years. The dividend growth history matters more than yields alone because it provides valuable proof that a company has the ability and commitment

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Where Will Workday Stock Be in 5 Years If Silver Lake Doesn’t Buy It?

Key Points Reuters reported last Thursday that Silver Lake has held talks to take Workday private, and the shares jumped nearly 18%. Workday’s revenue is up 13.3% over the past year, with net income up about 74%. The talks are reported as ongoing, with no price or terms disclosed and no assurance of a deal.

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Klarna stock has crawled back ahead of earnings: buy, sell, or hold?

Klarna stock has rebounded modestly ever since publishing its financial results in February this year. It has rebounded from the year-to-date low of $12.30 in February to the current $20.68. This rebound will be put to the test next week when the company publishes its financial results, which will provide color on its business. Klarna

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Why I’m Holding This 2.49%-Yielding TSX Stock for Decades

Stock market downturns can be terrifying for investors, especially with the high cost of living, and it keeps getting worse. In times like these, stock market investing can be the only way to make sure you can stay afloat and plan for a good retirement. Unfortunately, identifying the right investments to navigate the volatile market is

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Ellington Financial (EFC) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

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