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Oct 19 2025FINANCE

Bitcoin ETFs Face Tough Week, but Schwab Clients Stay Active

This week, Bitcoin ETFs in the US faced a tough time with over $1. 2 billion leaving these funds. On Friday alone, the eleven spot Bitcoin ETFs saw $366. 6 million flow out. BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust had the biggest loss, with $268. 6 million leaving. Fidelity and Grayscale also saw big outf

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Oct 19 2025FINANCE

France's Credit Rating Takes Another Hit

France is in a bit of a pickle. For the third time in a year, its credit rating has been downgraded. This time, it's Standard & Poor's (S&P) that's lowered the rating. But why does this matter? Well, think of it like this: a credit rating is like a financial reputation. It tells others how reliable

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Oct 19 2025FINANCE

Debt Pile-Up: A Global Concern

Governments worldwide are in a bit of a pickle. They've been spending more than they earn, and the debt is piling up. This isn't new, but it's getting worse. Before the pandemic, global debt was already high, but now it's even higher. And it's not slowing down. Five years ago, when the pandemic hit

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Oct 19 2025FINANCE

Infosys: A Tech Stock to Watch?

Infosys, a major tech player, is grabbing attention from analysts. Recently, Ankur Rudra from J. P. Morgan suggested buying Infosys shares. He believes the stock could reach $22. 80, up from its last close at $16. 33. This isn't the only good news. Another analyst, Mira Patchera from TR | OpenAI – 4

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Oct 19 2025FINANCE

Recon Technology: What's the Deal with This Stock?

Recon Technology, a company that's been making waves in the market, has caught the eye of analysts. One of them, Tate Sullivan from Maxim Group, recently kept a Hold rating on the stock. This means Sullivan thinks the stock is okay but not a must-buy right now. The stock's price has been sitting at

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Oct 19 2025FINANCE

Walmart and AI: A Stock Market Story

The stock market is always full of surprises. Recently, Walmart has caught the attention of investors. This retail giant is now in a position that makes it an attractive buy. But why is this happening? Walmart is not alone. There are other stocks that are also worth watching. The market is volatile

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Oct 18 2025FINANCE

Old Debts and Modern Money: Lessons from the Past

In the world of finance, history often repeats itself. A bond from 1734 in Silesia is a perfect example. This old bond is teaching us about how countries handle money and debts. It's also giving clues about what might happen with Russia's frozen assets today. Back in the 1700s, Silesia was a region

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Oct 18 2025FINANCE

Bank Stocks Take a Hit: What's Shaking Up the Market?

The stock market is feeling the heat today, especially bank stocks. The Nasdaq 100 futures are down, and the VIX "fear" index has spiked. This is the highest it's been since last April when President Trump announced new tariffs. Two banks, Zions Bancorporation and Western Alliance Bank, revealed th

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Oct 17 2025FINANCE

Why Grocery Bills Are Squeezing Your Budget

Shopping for groceries these days can feel like a hit to the wallet. Prices have been climbing, and it's not just a temporary blip. The pandemic shook up the world, and its ripples are still affecting what we pay at the checkout counter. First off, let's talk about the basics: supply and demand. Wh

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Oct 17 2025FINANCE

Retail Traders Keep the Market Afloat with Massive Options Trading

On a recent Friday, the stock market saw a significant drop, but something unusual happened. Retail traders, or regular people trading stocks, showed up in force. They bought a ton of options, making it the busiest day ever for options trading. Over 108 million contracts were traded, which is a huge

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