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Barclays shares in focus as bank makes first stablecoin bet with Ubyx stake

Barclays shares in focus as bank makes first stablecoin bet with Ubyx stake

Barclays said it bought a stake in U.S. stablecoin-settlement firm Ubyx, marking its first investment in a stablecoin company. The bank declined to disclose the amount. Barclays shares closed Tuesday at 488.40 pence, near a 52-week high, after the bank also repurchased 2.45 million shares for cancellation. Investors await Barclays’ final results on Feb. 10 for further details.
7 January 2026
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BILL stock drops 7% to start 2026 as rate jitters hit fintech; KBW lifts target

BILL stock drops 7% to start 2026 as rate jitters hit fintech; KBW lifts target

BILL Holdings shares fell 7.3% to $50.56 on Friday, underperforming as investors rotated out of growth stocks amid rising Treasury yields. The drop followed a Keefe Bruyette price target hike to $60 with a neutral rating. BILL’s 52-week range is $36.56 to $100.02. The company last reported quarterly revenue of $395.7 million and has not confirmed its next earnings date.
4 January 2026
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Coinbase stock rises after Brian Armstrong maps 2026 ‘everything exchange’ push

Coinbase stock rises after Brian Armstrong maps 2026 ‘everything exchange’ push

Coinbase shares rose 4.6% to $236.53 Friday after CEO Brian Armstrong outlined a 2026 plan to expand into multi-asset trading, stablecoin payments, and onchain adoption. The update comes as U.S. lawmakers debate new crypto rules and traders await key economic data next week. Bitcoin traded near $89,932 Saturday. Coinbase’s Friday range was $226.03 to $238.47.
3 January 2026
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SoFi stock price today: SOFI slips in premarket as rate-cut bets set the tone for fintechs

SoFi stock price today: SOFI slips in premarket as rate-cut bets set the tone for fintechs

SoFi shares fell 1.4% to $26.18 in premarket trading Friday, tracking declines in other fintech lenders. S&P 500 futures rose 0.6% and Nasdaq futures gained 1% as U.S. markets opened 2026. Investors are watching next week’s U.S. jobs report and the start of earnings season for direction. SoFi’s next earnings date is tentatively set for Jan. 26.
2 January 2026
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Al-Arafah Islami Bank, Provati Insurance sign deal to digitise premium payments in Bangladesh

Al-Arafah Islami Bank, Provati Insurance sign deal to digitise premium payments in Bangladesh

Al-Arafah Islami Bank and Provati Insurance signed a memorandum of understanding to develop digital premium collection and real-time reporting, the companies said Tuesday. The partnership will focus on data security and faster financial reconciliation. No financial terms or rollout timeline were disclosed. Senior executives from both firms attended the signing in Dhaka.
31 December 2025
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Intuit’s TurboTax and QuickBooks move toward USDC stablecoin payments in Circle deal

Intuit’s TurboTax and QuickBooks move toward USDC stablecoin payments in Circle deal

Intuit has signed a multi-year deal with Circle to integrate USDC stablecoin infrastructure into TurboTax, QuickBooks, and Credit Karma, aiming for faster, lower-cost payments and refunds. The company says stablecoins will enable round-the-clock, programmable transactions. Intuit is also expanding into enterprise software with an AI-native ERP platform and a partnership with advisory firm Rehmann.
29 December 2025
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SoFi Technologies (SOFI) Stock: Weekend Pause Near $27 as Wall Street Weighs 2026 Upside, Valuation Risk, and SoFiUSD Catalyst

SoFi Technologies (SOFI) Stock: Weekend Pause Near $27 as Wall Street Weighs 2026 Upside, Valuation Risk, and SoFiUSD Catalyst

SoFi Technologies shares closed at $27.07 Friday, down 1.6% in light post-holiday trading. The stock traded between $27.03 and $27.55, with volume far below normal levels. Analysts remain split, with recent price targets ranging from $31 to $36 and debate focused on growth versus valuation. SoFi’s December equity offering at $27 continues to influence trading.
28 December 2025
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PayPal Stock (PYPL) Holds Near $60 Into the Weekend as Analysts Debate Checkout Growth, Venmo Momentum, and PayPal Bank Plan

PayPal Stock (PYPL) Holds Near $60 Into the Weekend as Analysts Debate Checkout Growth, Venmo Momentum, and PayPal Bank Plan

PayPal shares closed Friday at $59.97, down 0.12%, after trading between $59.54 and $60.11 on light volume ahead of the holiday weekend. Wall Street’s consensus rating remains Hold, with a 12-month price target average of $78.29, according to MarketBeat. No major company-specific news emerged in the past 48 hours. U.S. markets are closed for the weekend.
27 December 2025
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SoFi Technologies Stock (SOFI) Update: Stablecoin “SoFiUSD,” $1.5B Share Offering, and What to Watch Before Monday’s Open

SoFi Technologies Stock (SOFI) Update: Stablecoin “SoFiUSD,” $1.5B Share Offering, and What to Watch Before Monday’s Open

SoFi Technologies shares last traded at $27.07, down 1.6% Friday, with about 24.7 million shares changing hands. The move follows SoFi’s December 18 launch of SoFiUSD, a fully reserved stablecoin issued by SoFi Bank. The company has reported several profitable quarters and is expanding into tech and crypto infrastructure. U.S. stock markets are closed for the weekend.
27 December 2025
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SoFi Technologies (SOFI) Stock News: Stablecoin Push, Share Offering Fallout, and Analyst Forecasts Before Markets Reopen

SoFi Technologies (SOFI) Stock News: Stablecoin Push, Share Offering Fallout, and Analyst Forecasts Before Markets Reopen

SoFi shares closed at $27.07 on Friday, down 1.6%, after a session with about 24.7 million shares traded. The drop follows a $1.5 billion equity raise and comes as investors weigh expansion efforts against dilution concerns. U.S. markets were quiet post-Christmas, with indexes near record highs and thin trading. SoFi’s year-to-date gain remains in the mid- to high-70% range.
27 December 2025
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Hong Kong Targets 2026 Licensing Law for Crypto Dealers and Custodians as Insurers Face New Capital Charges

Hong Kong Targets 2026 Licensing Law for Crypto Dealers and Custodians as Insurers Face New Capital Charges

Hong Kong regulators confirmed new legislative proposals to require mandatory licensing for virtual asset dealers and custodians by 2026. A separate consultation opened on rules for crypto advisory and management services. The insurance regulator is also considering a capital framework allowing insurers to hold crypto under strict conditions. The moves expand oversight as the city seeks to attract institutional players to its digital asset market.
25 December 2025
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Financial Services Stocks Outlook (Dec. 25, 2025): Bank Stocks, Insurance Shares and Fintech Enter 2026 With Rates, Regulation and Digital Payments in Focus

Financial Services Stocks Outlook (Dec. 25, 2025): Bank Stocks, Insurance Shares and Fintech Enter 2026 With Rates, Regulation and Digital Payments in Focus

The Dow and S&P 500 closed at record highs in the final U.S. session before Christmas, with financial stocks among the top performers. Central banks cut rates 32 times in 2025, fueling momentum for financials into 2026. Trading volumes were thin ahead of the holiday, and U.S. markets are closed Thursday for Christmas Day.
25 December 2025
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Opendoor Technologies (OPEN) Stock News and Forecasts for Dec. 24, 2025: Mortgage Expansion, AI Pivot, and Analyst Targets

Opendoor Technologies (OPEN) Stock News and Forecasts for Dec. 24, 2025: Mortgage Expansion, AI Pivot, and Analyst Targets

Opendoor Technologies traded around $6.16 in a quiet Dec. 24, 2025 session after announcing the acquisition of Homebuyer.com and naming its founder Dan Green as Director of Mortgage Growth. The company signaled plans to accelerate iBuying and expand mortgage offerings, while investors weighed the impact of ongoing leadership changes and a challenging U.S. housing market.
24 December 2025
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SoFi Stock News Today (Dec. 23, 2025): SoFiUSD Stablecoin, $1.5B Share Offering, and Wall Street Forecasts for SOFI

SoFi Stock News Today (Dec. 23, 2025): SoFiUSD Stablecoin, $1.5B Share Offering, and Wall Street Forecasts for SOFI

SoFi Technologies shares traded near $27 on Dec. 23, 2025, after a year marked by the launch of its SoFiUSD stablecoin and the return of consumer crypto trading. The company completed a $1.5 billion stock offering, boosting capital but diluting shareholders. SoFiUSD is fully reserved and issued by SoFi Bank, with broader rollout planned. SoFi Crypto now operates under the bank’s national charter.
23 December 2025
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  • Top 3 Cryptocurrencies to Hedge Against Rising U.S. Debt and Inflation Risks
    May 1, 2026, 4:37 PM EDT. The U.S. government's interest payments have surged to $970 billion in 2025, surpassing national defense spending and raising concerns of increased money printing or "the big print." This scenario suggests rising inflation, potentially eroding the dollar's value. Fiscal experts project deficits above $2 trillion annually, limiting spending flexibility. Investors increasingly consider inflation-hedging assets. Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC), Zcash (ZEC), and tokenized gold through Tether Gold (XAUT) offer protection. Bitcoin's capped supply combats inflation, Zcash provides privacy features, and tokenized gold represents tangible value. Allocating to these assets can help investors prepare for prolonged inflation pressures driven by U.S. fiscal dynamics.

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Oracle Stock Jumps After Pentagon AI Win, OpenAI Reassurance

Oracle Stock Jumps After Pentagon AI Win, OpenAI Reassurance

1 May 2026
Oracle shares jumped 6.4% to $171.74 after the U.S. War Department cleared the company to deploy AI on classified military networks. The move eased investor concerns over Oracle’s exposure to OpenAI and its costly AI data-center expansion. Trading volume topped 22 million shares in late New York trading.
Zoom Communications Stock Jumps as May 21 Earnings Test Puts AI Plan on Clock

Zoom Communications Stock Jumps as May 21 Earnings Test Puts AI Plan on Clock

1 May 2026
Zoom shares rose 6.6% to $103.60 Friday, trading over 4.7 million shares. The company will report first-quarter fiscal 2027 results on May 21 and hold its virtual annual meeting on June 11, where shareholders will vote on directors, auditor, and executive pay. Fourth-quarter revenue reached $1.247 billion, up 5.3% year-over-year.
GameStop’s $9 Billion Cash Pile Just Put Its Stock Back In Play

GameStop’s $9 Billion Cash Pile Just Put Its Stock Back In Play

1 May 2026
GameStop shares rose to $26.61 Friday in New York, extending gains above the 200-day moving average as investors speculated on CEO Ryan Cohen’s plans for $9 billion in cash and securities. Fiscal fourth-quarter results showed net sales down to $1.104 billion, but operating income climbed to $135.2 million. Collectibles revenue jumped 47.7% year over year, now making up 29.2% of sales.
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