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The Vanguard Small-Cap Value ETF (VBR +0.20%) provides low-cost exposure to small-cap value stocks, while the iShares S&P Mid-Cap 400 Value ETF (IJJ 0.01%) offers a similar value focus but targets the mid-cap segment of the market. Both funds use passive, index-tracking strategies to find companies trading at a discount relative to their fundamentals. The choice between them often comes down to an investor’s preference for the relative stability of mid-cap stocks versus the greater diversification — and greater volatility — that comes with small-caps.Snapshot (cost & size)MetricIJJVBRIssueriSharesVanguardExpense ratio0.18%0.05%1-year return (as of July 2, 2026)17.17%23.61%Dividend yield1.65%1.76%Beta1.021.01AUM$8.5 billion$65.5 billionBeta measures price…

Toronto, Ontario–(Newsfile Corp. – July 3, 2026) – Corton Capital Inc. (“Corton Capital”) today announced the filing of a preliminary simplified prospectus dated June 26, 2026 in respect of the Corton Theta™ Alpha Fund (“Theta Fund”). The Theta Fund is a pooled fund currently available only by private placement under the name Theta™ Alpha Fund; the fund intends to change its name to Corton Theta™ Alpha Fund on or before the filing of the proposed final simplified prospectus with respect to the fund. A receipt for the Theta Fund’s preliminary prospectus has been issued by the securities regulators in…

TAMPA, Fla. — The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has announced 14 changes to the Federal Housing Administration’s single-family mortgage insurance program, saying the updates are designed to reduce regulatory burdens, lower administrative costs for lenders and make the mortgage process more efficient. The policy changes affect several areas of FHA lending, including the agency’s renovation loan program, contractor payment schedules, and appraisal requirements. Callen Jones, a Tampa Bay real estate agent and broker, said many consumers misunderstand what an FHA loan is and who can use one. “People think that it’s a specific program for first-time buyers.…

Is INTR a good stock to buy? We came across a bullish thesis on Inter & Co, Inc. on Emerging Value’s Substack. In this article, we will summarize the bulls’ thesis on INTR. Inter & Co, Inc.’s share was trading at $5.38 as of June 29th. INTR’s trailing and forward P/E were 8.86 and 9.79 respectively according to Yahoo Finance. DLocal (DLO) Climbs 9.4% as Revenues Break Past $1 Billion Inter&Co (INTR) is a Brazilian fintech and digital banking platform operating within one of the most attractive emerging market valuation environments, currently trading at a market capitalization of approximately 2.4 billion USD…

Karlie Kloss kept the gold simple for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding at Madison Square Garden on Friday, arriving in a strapless Tove column from the British label’s fall 2026 collection. Karlie Kloss in a liquid gold Tove dress and Joshua Kushner in SoHo on Friday in New York City. GC Images The satin gathered into a narrow twist just off-center at the neckline, then opened into a broad diagonal fold across the bodice. A second panel dropped almost straight toward the floor, while softer folds broke up the close line through the waist and hips. The gown loosened…

A person counts South Sudanese pound banknotes in Juba, South Sudan, on Sunday, June 6, 2021. [Photo: Adrienne Surprenant/Bloomberg via Getty Images]JUBA — South Sudan’s Council of Ministers, chaired by President Salva Kiir Mayardit, on Friday approved the proposed Resource Envelope and Expenditure Framework for the 2026/2027 fiscal year amounting to SSP 11.3 trillion. According to a statement from the Office of the President, the approval followed a presentation by the Minister of Finance and Planning, Daniel Ayulo Kuol, who outlined projected government revenues and planned expenditures for the upcoming fiscal year. “The Council of Ministers, chaired by President Salva…

Newmark Group Inc (ISIN US65158A1088) operates as a major participant in the commercial real estate services industry, offering brokerage, advisory and related solutions across key property markets in the United States and internationally. The company’s performance is closely tied to transaction activity, capital markets conditions and broader real estate fundamentals, which have been reshaped in recent years by higher interest rates and evolving demand for office and mixed-use space.For many investors, Newmark’s positioning alongside large U.S.-listed peers underlines its exposure to core commercial property cycles such as leasing, investment sales and structured finance. The company’s results typically reflect trends in…

All 2-year fixed rates have been reduced by 0.25%, and all 5-year fixed rates have been cut by 0.10%.  Together has cut rates across its fixed-rate product range and expanded its criteria to support more borrowers.  All 2-year fixed rates have been reduced by 0.25%, and all 5-year fixed rates have been cut by 0.10%.  Rates now start from 7.70% for consumer buy-to-let (CBTL) first charge 5-year fixed, 7.89% for residential first charge 5-year fixed, 8.54% for buy-to-let (BTL) first charge 5-year fixed, and 8.99% for semi-commercial first charge 5-year fixed. The changes apply across residential first and second charge,…

By Amanda Stephenson and Robert Harvey CALGARY/LONDON, July 3 (Reuters) – Oil prices were little changed for the week as traders held on to hopes for a successful outcome from attempts to secure peace between the U.S. and Iran.  were up 14 cents, or 0.19%, at $71.94 a barrel by 2:31 p.m. ET (1831 GMT), ending the week just 5 cents lower than last Friday’s close. was up 9 cents, or 0.13%, at $68.78 a barrel. Trading was light as U.S. markets were closed ahead of the U.S. Independence Day holiday on Saturday. On Thursday, the two oil benchmarks had hit…

Investors seeking steady financial exposure face a choice between niche mortgage specialist Essent Group (NYSE:ESNT) and the diversified property and casualty giant Progressive (NYSE:PGR) as they head into 2026. While both companies operate as insurers, they occupy very different corners of the financial landscape. Essent protects lenders against mortgage defaults, whereas Progressive provides broad coverage for vehicles and homes. This comparison evaluates which business model provides the better balance of growth and stability for your holdings. The case for Essent Essent Group provides private mortgage insurance to mortgage lenders, including depository institutions and credit unions. The company focuses on single-family…