The iShares International Select Dividend ETF (IDV) saw strong returns in 2025, largely due to a weaker US dollar. However, recent performance has slowed as the US dollar strengthens, reducing currency benefits. The fund's portfolio, heavily weighted in financials and utilities, lacks strong catalysts for growth. Additionally, the portfolio yield has dropped closer to 4.5%, weakening its income appeal compared to historical levels. Analysts rate IDV as a Hold, recognizing its valuation and diversification but seeing limited near-term upside potential.
Crédit Agricole d'Ile-de-France is issuing social shares through its local cooperative banks to broaden its membership base and ensure the sustainability of its capital. These shares, valued at €1.53 each, grant voting rights and annual interest, wit...
Piq Energy secured an oversubscribed $5 million seed funding led by Active Impact Investments to advance its AI-driven grid planning platform. This platform helps utilities and developers automate complex engineering workflows to connect new energy p...
Heilind Electronics now offers GCT USB4220 and USB4225 USB Type-C vertical connectors, featuring a shared 24-pin footprint that supports both USB 2.0 and USB 3.2 Gen 2 standards without PCB redesign. These connectors provide flexible height profiles ...
BlackRock withdrew 883.6 Bitcoin worth about $54.8 million from Coinbase Prime, reflecting a custody adjustment rather than a sell-off. This move is part of a broader pattern linked to its iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), the largest U.S. spot Bitcoin E...
Oregon's Public Utility Commission has implemented a new rule increasing electricity rates for data centers by an average of 29%, while residential and other commercial customers see slight decreases. This change, part of the POWER Act, aims to make ...
