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Bitwise Chainlink ETF gains $1.5M weekly inflows despite 48% loss since January launch

The Bitwise Chainlink ETF (CLNK) continues to attract $1.5 million in weekly inflows, accumulating $25 million in assets under management, despite a significant 48% loss since its launch in January 2026. This consistent inflow suggests investor confidence in Chainlink's role in decentralized finance and its long-term potential, even as the LINK token price has yet to fully recover. The ETF provides regulated access to the LINK token, appealing to investors who prefer not to manage crypto wallets directly.

PPluang

Banking & Finance1 Sept

KeyCorp preferred shares offer stable dividends but cautious allocation advised due to interest rate risks.

KeyCorp offers four series of preferred shares, with the fixed-rate series KEY.PR.J and KEY.PR.K providing better value due to trading at a discount and lower call risk. The floating-rate KEY.PR.I is less attractive for new investments due to higher call risk and trading at par. Investors are advised to be cautious given interest rate uncertainties and modest yield premiums, suggesting small position sizes or waiting for clearer interest rate signals before further allocation.

PPluang

Banking & Finance1 Sept

GOLY ETF's leveraged gold income strategy falters in 2026, losing value despite gold gains.

The Strategy Shares Gold Enhanced Yield ETF (GOLY), which aimed to provide gold exposure and monthly income through bonds and gold swaps, has significantly underperformed in 2026. Despite modest gains in gold prices, GOLY lost over 20% year-to-date due to rising financing costs and leverage, with its monthly distributions also declining. This contrasts with simpler gold ETFs like GLD, suggesting that the complex, leveraged strategy for a non-yielding asset like gold has proven costly and risky for investors.

PPluang

Banking & Finance1 Sept

GPIX ETF offers high monthly income but limits gains in strong S&P 500 rallies due to call option strategy.

The Goldman Sachs S&P 500 Premium Income ETF (GPIX) provides high monthly income by selling S&P 500 call options, but this strategy caps potential gains during strong market rallies. While attractive for income-focused investors, especially in stable or moderately rising markets, it sacrifices some market participation compared to traditional S&P 500 ETFs like SPY and may involve tax complexities. The article suggests it suits those prioritizing steady income over maximum growth.

PPluang

Banking & Finance1 Sept

HSBC Stock And 2 Global Bank Picks for Trade and Rate Rule Changes

This article identifies three global banking stocks—Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria (BBVA), Banco Santander (SAN), and HSBC Holdings (HSBA)—that are well-positioned to navigate the evolving landscape of trade, interest rates, and compliance regulations. These banks offer diversified operations, significant digital banking investments, and varying risk-reward profiles due to their exposure to emerging markets and credit quality considerations. The analysis emphasizes that careful stock selection is crucial as policy changes can rapidly shift market leadership.

SSimply Wall Street

Banking & Finance15 Aug

Convert 1 TQQQ (ProShares UltraPro QQQ (Dinari Tokenized ETF)) to KZT (Kazakhstani Tenge)

This page on Bybit facilitates the conversion of ProShares UltraPro QQQ (Dinari Tokenized ETF) (TQQQ) to Kazakhstani Tenge (KZT). It provides real-time exchange rates, a historical calculator, and details about TQQQ, including its current circulating supply. Users can convert TQQQ to KZT with zero fees, buy TQQQ with fiat, trade TQQQ/USDT on Spot, and earn on TQQQ through various Bybit financial products.

BBybit

Banking & Finance1 Sept

Johnson & Johnson gains 28% YTD but trades at premium; hold rating advised amid risks and strong pharma growth.

Johnson & Johnson has seen a 28% year-to-date return in 2026, outperforming market benchmarks. Despite strong Q2 results and upgraded guidance driven by pharmaceutical growth, the stock is now trading at a premium valuation. Analysts recommend a "hold" rating due to potential MedTech softness, ongoing litigation, and macroeconomic uncertainties, despite its technical uptrend.

PPluang

Banking & Finance1 Sept

Ameriprise Financial’s Dawn Brockman sells $263,815 in stock By Investing.com

Dawn M. Brockman, Senior Vice President and Controller at Ameriprise Financial (NASDAQ:AMP), sold 472 shares of common stock for approximately $263,815 on August 10, 2026. Following the sale, she directly holds 713 shares and indirectly holds an estimated 146.793 shares through a 401(k) plan. The sale occurred while AMP stock traded near its 52-week high, despite being considered undervalued according to InvestingPro analysis, and after the company reported strong Q2 2026 earnings exceeding analyst expectations.

IInvesting.com Nigeria

Banking & Finance1 Sept

KeyCorp posts strong Q2 with 10% net interest income rise and $700M share buybacks boosting shares.

KeyCorp reported strong second-quarter results, with net interest income increasing by 10% and an aggressive share buyback program exceeding $700 million. This performance has made the common shares more attractive for investors seeking dividend and growth opportunities. The bank also announced it would redeem $525M in Series D preferred shares, while other preferred shares offer stable dividends but require cautious allocation due to interest rate risks.

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