BlackRock Canada introduced the iShares Equity + Bitcoin ETF Portfolio (IBQT) on the Toronto Stock Exchange, allocating 97% to global equities and 3% to Bitcoin via underlying iShares ETFs. This product offers Canadian investors diversified exposure to stocks across multiple markets plus Bitcoin in a single, low-cost fund with a 0.22% management fee. The launch reflects BlackRock's strategy to integrate regulated Bitcoin exposure into broader portfolios rather than standalone crypto ETFs. Alongside IBQT, BlackRock also launched XINT, an international equity ETF excluding North America, expanding options for Canadian investors seeking global diversification.
Alkermes plc's drug ALKS7290 demonstrated significant improvement in ADHD symptoms in a Phase 1b trial, with patients showing a 14- to 19-point gain on a 54-point scale within two weeks. This outperforms typical placebo effects, which range from 6 to...
Morgan Stanley upgraded NNN REIT from Neutral to Overweight due to its stable income and strong financial health. The REIT boasts a 99.1% occupancy rate and 97.5% fixed-rate debt, ensuring steady rental income and protection against interest rate hik...
Arm's stock fluctuated significantly in 2026 due to shifts in customer demand and supply confidence for its silicon manufacturing. Despite steady demand figures, the stock fell earlier in the year due to supply concerns but rallied strongly in Septem...
Bob's Discount Furniture is showing robust growth despite tough market conditions, with a market cap of $2.07 billion. Management aims to expand to 500 showrooms by 2035, achieve 9% annual revenue growth, and reach EBITDA of $683.7 million through di...
Bitcoin surged past $86,000, gaining 6% in a day and pushing its market cap to $1.72 trillion, close to its 2026 opening price of $87,575. The rally was driven by a massive short squeeze liquidating over $454 million in short positions within 24 hour...
