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Beyond Moore’s Law: The Full Stack Driving AI in 2026

For decades, Moore’s Law was the definitive, tried and true method for describing the rate of change in computing, from a technical perspective and on a cost and performance curve. The impact of that one curve changed a…

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SpaceX Occupies Top, High-Conviction Holding in RONB ETF

The aerospace sector has evolved from a speculative frontier into a foundational pillar of modern global infrastructure. At the forefront of this technological shift is SpaceX, which has redefined the economics of space…

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The Emergence of Gold in a Multipolar World

Fundamentally, a dollar rally is applying downward pressure on gold, but it’s also building strength behind the curtain. A stronger dollar increases debt-servicing costs for foreign borrowers, tightens global market liq…

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US weekly jobless claims increase less than expected

Washington ― The number of Americans filing claims for unemployment benefits increased more than expected last week, but the underlying trend remained consistent with a stable labor market.

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Get Strong Yield Potential & Reliability With BBB CLOs

A new Federal Reserve chair and market uncertainty continue to emphasize an ongoing search for yield. In this case, corporate bonds are a default choice, but there’s another option that many may not be aware of. Mezzani…

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French economy grew 0.2 percent in second quarter

The war in Ukraine led to a rapid deterioration of the Euro Area economic outlook. As a result, The Conference Board downgraded estimates for growth for 2022 and 2023. Before the war, GDP growth in the Euro Area was exp…

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Spain’s economic growth accelerates to 0.7% in second quarter

After the recent falls, partly inspired by concerns about emerging markets, investors saw a tentative end to the selling today. But with the Turkish central bank set to consider a possible interest rate rise later tonig…

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South Korea export growth seen easing but chip boom to hold

The peace deal and partial resumption of oil flows reduce near-term inflation risks, giving some central banks (notably Taiwan and India) room to delay tightening. However, a broad pivot remains premature, as still-elev…

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How NDIV Generates Income in Volatile Markets

Oil markets have entered a period of heightened volatility. Geopolitical tensions, shifting supply expectations, and uncertain demand forecasts continue to weigh on investor sentiment. This environment can make traditio…

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Get More Out of Corporate Bonds: Pair These Synergistic ETFs

There are some serious opportunities and yields available in corporate bonds right now. For investors, the challenge is how to best access them. Thankfully, ETFs offer a variety of flexible, tradable strategies to help …

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How Autism Research ETF ASD Can Deliver for Your Portfolio

ETFs allow investors a plethora of ways to express themselves while also pursuing performance. With each passing year, new ETFs arrive to help investors meet their personal and financial goals. The Defiance Autism Impac…

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Inflation Isn’t Gone Yet: Give Real Asset ETFs a Chance

Considering that the Federal Reserve has been meeting this week, it’s safe to say that inflation is likely front-and-center on the minds of many advisors and investors. After all, energy prices and supply chain constrai…

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Thornburg Eyes International Stocks as US Market Narrows

A shrinking pool of stocks is powering most of Wall Street’s gains, making international equities worth a fresh look, according to Thornburg Investment Management. That shift is unfolding in the second half of 2026.

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ETFs in the Crosshairs Ahead of Microsoft & Meta Earnings

The AI narrative has moved beyond speculative software to capital-intensive physical infrastructure. With the infrastructure race in full swing, hyperscalers are increasingly investing in the buildout of the compute cap…

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Flashing Yellow Light Guides Three Rules

Since our last ‘Three Tactical Rules’ update on June 9th, the S&P 500 is up less than one percent. The stagnation by the equity index has been due to the cooling of the AI trade. Like the S&P 500, the Three Rules have a…

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Fed holds rates steady as three policymakers dissent for a hike

NEW YORK, July 29 (Reuters) – The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady on Wednesday, a choice that may intensify questions about how U.S. central bank chief Kevin Warsh will deliver on his commitment to bring infl…

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Reprogramming the Fed’s Reaction Function

The month following Fed Chair Warsh’s first meeting has seen no shortage of drama, as U.S./Iran hostilities resumed (then paused again), inflation surprised to the downside, and the market ascribed an increasing probabi…

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Cryptocurrencies: Bitcoin Inches Down 4% This Week

This weekly update tracks some of the largest cryptocurrencies by market share: Bitcoin and Ether. While both are considered high-risk assets, they possess foundational differences that investors should understand. We h…

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Crude Oil Inventories Drop Sharply, Surpassing Expectations

July 29, 2026, 3:59 AM EDT. CSL Limited ASX:CSL shares rose 3.5% to A$123.68 after the biotechnology firm unveiled fresh clinical trial pathways for Horizon 2. The update marks a step forward for the company’s research …

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ETF Prime: Alternative ETFs Punch Above Their Weight in 2026

Alternative ETFs and their growing role as portfolio diversifiers were the focus of this week’s ETF Prime. Host Nate Geraci welcomed Cinthia Murphy, director of research at VettaFi, followed by Matt Bartolini of State S…

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New Direxion ETF Suite Blends Income & Risk Management

On Wednesday, July 29, 2026, Direxion expanded its fund library with the launch of a new suite of ETF offerings. These new funds offer a new take on single-stock exposure, looking to provide income, total return, and ri…