The Israeli military said its fighter jets killed Hamas’ military chief in Gaza, Mohammed Deif, in a strike in Khan Younis last month, according to a statement released Thursday. Israel’s claim that Deif was killed came nearly three weeks after it carried out the strike. During that time, Israeli officials said…
This week saw the major equity averages continue a confirmed pullback phase, with some of the biggest gainers in the first half of 2024 logging some major losses. Is this one of the most buyable dips of the year? Or is this just the beginning of a protracted decline with…
The S&P 500 index ($SPX) is a capitalization-weighted stock index. Many lesser capitalization blue-chip stocks that compose these 500 companies have been performance laggards. Though smaller companies in the index, these corporations are among the bluest of the blue-chip stocks. These prestigious corporations have been overshadowed by the immense mega-capitalization…
Nvidia (NVDA) was perhaps the most outstanding semiconductor trade of 2024. While some people might have missed out, there are still plenty of chances to get in. But it’s also wise to look for a diversified alternative. And to that end, the trade that’s flashing a potential opportunity is the…
Canadian wildfires are impacting mining companies in various areas, disrupting their activities. Explorers and producing companies operating in BC, Québec and Newfoundland and Labrador and are among those that have been affected during this year’s wildfire season, with activity starting as early as May. In BC, Osisko Development (TSXV:ODV,NYSE:ODV) suspended…
Investor Insight Prismo Metals presents a compelling investment opportunity with its strategic focus on high-grade precious and base metal exploration in Mexico and Arizona, leveraging advanced technology and maximizing shareholder value through targeted asset development. Overview Mexico’s Sinaloa state hosts several prolific silver and gold mines, including McEwen Mining’s (TSX:MUX)…
Brightstar Resources Ltd (ASX: BTR) (Brightstar) and Alto Metals Limited (ASX: AME) (Alto) are pleased to announce that they have entered into a binding Scheme Implementation Deed under which Alto agrees to propose a scheme of arrangement between Alto and its shareholders under Part 5.1 of the Corporations Act 2001…
The US Federal Reserve announced on Wednesday (July 31) that it will continue to hold its benchmark interest rate steady at 5.25 to 5.5 percent following the two day Federal Open Market Committee meeting. The central bank has now maintained its policy for one year since its last rate increase…
Graphene is often heralded as the “wonder material” of the 21st century, and investing in graphene companies offers investors exposure to a growing number of graphene applications across a diverse set of industries. In terms of size, Grand View Research is forecasting that the global graphene market will grow at…
Phosphate is mainly used in the form of fertilizer for crops and animal feed supplements. Only 5 percent of world phosphate production is used for other applications, such as corrosion prevention and detergents. Demand for phosphate fertilizers had created a US$54.6 billion market by 2023, and that figure is expected…