Articles for tag: Blockchain, Technology

April 6, 2025

Ron Finklestien

Cryptocurrency Market Overview: Highlights and Trends from Q1 2025

Cryptocurrency Market Faces Tough Start in 2025 Amidst Volatility The first quarter of 2025 proved challenging for the cryptocurrency market. Bitcoin, the sector’s flagship cryptocurrency, recorded its worst Q1 performance in seven years, marked by significant volatility and a consistent downward trend. This decline was mirrored by other major altcoins, including Ethereum, which also experienced considerable losses. At the beginning of Q1, the market was buoyed by optimistic sentiment following the recent US presidential election. President Donald Trump’s anticipated crypto-friendly policies initially spurred enthusiasm, pushing Bitcoin to an all-time high of US$108,786 on January 20, the day of his inauguration.

April 6, 2025

Ron Finklestien

Crypto Market Update: Potential IPO Delays for Circle, Klarna, and Chime Due to Market Instability

Crypto Market Daily Recap: Bitcoin and Altcoins Surge on April 4 Bitcoin and Ethereum Price Movements As of 9:00 p.m. UTC, Bitcoin (BTC) has risen to US$83,879.15, marking a 2.3 percent increase in the last 24 hours. On this trading day, Bitcoin’s price varied between a low of US$81,950.04 and a high of US$84,497.52. Chart via TradingView. Bitcoin performance, April 4, 2025. The cryptocurrency market displayed signs of recovery as Friday’s trading session closed. Recent announcements by US President Donald Trump regarding new global tariffs have caused instability in financial markets, particularly affecting risk assets. Ethereum (ETH) is currently priced

April 5, 2025

Ron Finklestien

Jones Soda Q4 Loss Widens Y/Y as Sales Drop & Expenses Climb

Shares of Jones Soda Co. JSDA have fallen 6.8% since releasing fourth-quarter 2024 results, underperforming the S&P 500 index’s 1.1% growth. Over the past month, the stock declined 19% compared with the S&P 500’s 3.1% slide. Earnings & Revenue Performance The company posted a significant year-over-year decline in fourth-quarter revenues to $2.8 million from $3.5 million as distribution transitions and the loss of a key discount retail customer took a toll. The net loss widened sharply to $4.6 million, or 4 cents per share, from $1.5 million, or 2 cents per share, in the prior year. Adjusted EBITDA deteriorated year

April 4, 2025

Ron Finklestien

Maximizing Deductions: Why My Home Office Is the Ultimate Tax Break

Unlocking Home Office Tax Deductions: My Journey to Savings There’s a profound sense of relief when you’re doing your taxes, and suddenly the number indicating what you owe flips to a refund. My husband and I experienced this firsthand. One moment, it showed we owed the IRS $500, and the next, we were greeted with a refund—a genuine surprise after years of no refunds in our household. We sat there in disbelief, thinking, “Did that really just happen?” Indeed, it did, thanks to my home office. For clarity, this wasn’t a dubious tax trick I stumbled upon; it was a

April 4, 2025

Ron Finklestien

Top Momentum Stocks to Consider Purchasing on April 4th

Three Stocks to Watch: April 4 Buy Recommendations Here are three stocks with a buy rank and strong momentum characteristics for investors to consider today, April 4: Futu Holdings Limited (FUTU) This digital securities brokerage company holds a Zacks Rank #1 and has seen the Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings rise by 11.6% over the past 60 days. Futu Holdings Limited Sponsored ADR Price and Consensus Futu Holdings Limited Sponsored ADR price-consensus-chart | Futu Holdings Limited Sponsored ADR Quote Futu Holdings Limited’s shares increased by 20.7% over the last three months. In the same period, the S&P

April 4, 2025

Ron Finklestien

Top Income Stocks to Invest in for April 4th

Three Dividend Stocks to Buy Now: April 4 Insights Investors looking for strong income characteristics should consider these three stocks that currently hold a buy rating as of April 4: Hang Seng Bank Limited (HSNGY) This provider of banking and financial services has seen its Zacks Consensus Estimate for current year earnings rise by 5.8% over the past 60 days. The company is a Zacks Rank #1 and boasts a notable dividend yield of 11.4%, well above the industry average of 3.7%. Hang Seng Bank Ltd. Price and Consensus Hang Seng Bank Ltd. price-consensus-chart | Hang Seng Bank Ltd. Quote

April 3, 2025

Ron Finklestien

MLP Sees Revenue Surge but Faces Increased Losses in 2024

Maui Land & Pineapple Company Sees Revenue Growth Amid Wider Losses Shares of Maui Land & Pineapple Company, Inc. (MLP) have declined by 1.1% since the announcement of its 2024 financial results. This contrasts with the S&P 500 index, which has experienced a 0.4% gain during the same period. Over the past month, the stock has dropped 11%, in comparison to a 2.7% decline for the S&P 500. Revenue Growth Despite Net Loss For the year ending December 31, 2024, Maui Land & Pineapple reported operating revenues of $11.57 million, indicating a 25% increase from $9.29 million in 2023. This

April 3, 2025

Ron Finklestien

Top Dividend Stocks to Consider for April 3rd

Three Promising Stocks with Strong Income Characteristics Here are three stocks showing a buy rank and robust income features for investors to consider today, April 3: Alexander’s, Inc. (ALX) This real estate investment trust has seen the Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings increase by 15% over the past 60 days. Price and Consensus for Alexander’s, Inc. Alexander’s, Inc. price-consensus-chart | Alexander’s, Inc. Quote This Zacks Rank #1 company boasts a dividend yield of 8.5%, significant compared to the industry average of 5.0%. Dividend Yield (TTM) for Alexander’s, Inc. Alexander’s, Inc. dividend-yield-ttm | Alexander’s, Inc. Quote Broadcom Inc.

April 2, 2025

Ron Finklestien

TAYD Stock Rises 2% as Backlog Increases Despite Year-Over-Year Q3 Earnings Drop

Taylor Devices Shows Resilience Amid Earnings Setback Shares of Taylor Devices, Inc. (TAYD) have increased by 1.9% since the company announced its earnings for the quarter ended February 28, 2025. In contrast, the S&P 500 index experienced a 1.1% drop during the same period. Over the last month, Taylor’s stock rose by 4.8%, while the S&P 500 has declined by 3.9%. Access the Zacks Earnings Calendar for market updates and insights. Financial Performance Overview In the fiscal third quarter ending February 28, 2025, Taylor Devices reported earnings per share (EPS) of 64 cents, down from 82 cents in the same

April 2, 2025

Ron Finklestien

Top Momentum Stocks to Consider for April 2nd

Investors looking for promising opportunities today, April 2nd, may consider three stocks that have strong buy ratings and momentum indicators: Top Three Stocks to Buy Now with Strong Momentum AerSale Corporation (ASLE) AerSale Corporation, which specializes in aftermarket commercial aircraft, engines, and parts, holds a Zacks Rank #1. Over the past 60 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the company’s current-year earnings has increased by 62.5%. AerSale Corporation Price and Consensus AerSale Corporation price-consensus-chart | AerSale Corporation Quote AerSale’s shares experienced a gain of 23.6% in the last three months, contrasting with the S&P 500’s decline of 5.2%. The company