Author: Jordan

  The term ‘Islamic Social Finance’ refers to modes of finance that are rooted in Islamic ethics and intended for social benefit. These include Zakat (almsgiving), Waqf (endowments), Sadaqa (charity) as well as Qard Hasan (interest-free loans). When one defines ‘Islamic finance’, it is vitally important that Islamic social finance be included. Doing so achieves three crucial benefits. First, it expands the sector’s scale: the Islamic Development Bank Group (IsDB) estimates the potential of Zakat alone to be as much as US$1 trillion per year. The value of endowment assets — which include countless landmarks such as the Taj Mahal…

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Key findings for Liberty Media Corporation Series C Formula One Group Common Stock (NASDAQ: FWONK)Near-Term Weak Sentiment Could Test Mid-Term Strength Within Broader Long-Term Weak BiasA mid-channel oscillation pattern is in play.Exceptional 28.4:1 risk-reward setup targets 8.2% gain vs 0.3% riskSignals: 79.77 · 86.57 · 88.56 · 93.66 (bold = current price)Weak Sentiment is prevailing thus far — See current SIGNALS for positioning and risk parameters. Institutional Trading StrategiesOur AI models have generated three distinct trading strategies tailored to different risk profiles and holding periods. Each strategy incorporates sophisticated risk management parameters designed to optimize position sizing and minimize drawdown…

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Market volatility and evolving business dynamics are reshaping the mid-cap sector. Over the past decade, J.P. Morgan has prioritized this space, helping financial sponsors and middle market businesses build networks and navigate challenges. In this Q&A, John Richert, head of the J.P. Morgan Mid-Cap Investment Banking team, discusses how the mid-cap ecosystem has evolved over the past decade and shares some recent trends. Q: How has the mid-cap ecosystem changed over the past ten years? One important aspect is how the demographic landscape has changed. As more baby boomers face decisions about selling their businesses or passing them to the next generation,…

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SoFi Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SOFI) announced that it has priced an underwritten public offering of 54,545,454 shares of its common stock at a price of US$27.50 per share, for total gross proceeds of approximately US$1.5 billion, before deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and offering expenses payable by the company. In addition, SoFi has granted the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 8,181,818 shares of its common stock at the public offering price, less underwriting discounts and commissions. The offering is expected to close on December 8, 2025, subject to customary closing conditions. Latham & Watkins LLP…

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Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) reported its fiscal 2027 Q1 earnings on May 20, beating on both the top and bottom line. Revenue of $81.6 billion exceeded expectations of $78.8 billion, while earnings per share of $1.87 was higher than the $1.76 expected. Still, the stock price didn’t respond positively. When you’re a $5 trillion company, it just becomes increasingly difficult to impress the market. The stock price has climbed nearly 1,400% in the last five years, and many wonder whether the biggest gains have already been made. Will AI create the world’s first trillionaire? Our team just released a report on…

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BKV Corporation (BKV) (NYSE: BKV) has announced the pricing of its underwritten public offering of 6,000,000 shares of its common stock at a public offering price of US$26 per share. The total gross proceeds of the offering, before deducting underwriters’ discounts and commissions and estimated offering fees and expenses, are US$156 million. BKV has granted the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 900,000 shares from BKV at the public offering price, less underwriting discounts and commissions. The offering closed on December 3, 2025. Latham & Watkins advised the underwriters in the offering with a Capital Markets…

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Personal finance influencers are becoming increasingly popular on social media as people seek out straightforward, practical financial advice. While many influencers cater to a consumer-facing audience, some offer tips and strategies that are directed toward financial services professionals. Getting to know some of the most impactful personal finance influencers can be a terrific way to pick up tips on how to scale your business or glean valuable insights for your clients.SmartAsset’s Advisor Marketing Platform can help you add new clients at your desired pace. Sign up for a free demo today.Personal Finance Influencers Advisors Should KnowWhat defines someone as an influencer?…

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Much ink has been spilled over the last 15 years on a single notion that has dominated the conversation regarding global stock market performance: ‘US exceptionalism’. It’s not altogether surprising. Performance has indeed been ‘exceptional’, in terms of both magnitude and duration. Including dividends, the S&P 500 has returned close to 600% over that 15-year period whilst, say, the FTSE All-Share has returned under 200%. The US is the only country to have returned to its pre-pandemic potential growth path and has been the destination of choice for capital for some considerable time now. US stocks attained a peak of…

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Five steps to complete the infrastructure for a thriving social investment market in the UK Community finance has had a significant impact on some of the most disadvantaged communities, leveraging in millions of pounds of investment. The community finance sector – including credit unions, community development finance institutions (CDFIs), social enterprise finance funds, and community development venture capital funds (CDVC) – has a key role to play to revitalise local communities in partnership with other entities, such as financial institutions, housing associations, development trust associations, local authorities and Regional Development Agencies (RDAs). Community finance organisations are key components of the…

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