SCHD Offers a Higher Yield While FDVV Grows Faster — Positive

FDVV  SCHD   The Motley Fool — December 21, 2025

SCHD offers a significantly lower expense ratio and a higher dividend yield than FDVV FDVV has delivered stronger one-year total returns, but SCHD experienced a shallower 5-year drawdown Sector allocations differ: FDVV leans into technology, while SCHD focuses more on energy, consumer staples, and healthcare These 10 Stocks Could Mint the Next Wave of Millionaires ›

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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating whether the sale of Clearwater Analytics Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CWAN) to Permira and Warburg Pincus for $24.55 per share in cash is fair to Clearwater shareholders. Halper Sadeh encourages Clearwater shareholders to click here to learn more about their legal rights and options or contact Daniel Sadeh or Zachary Halper at (212) 763-0060 or [email protected] or [email protected]. The investigation.

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One of Elon Musk's Old Enemies Joins the Race to Run GM — Neutral

GM   WSJ — December 21, 2025

Robotics guru Sterling Anderson is now one of General Motors' top executives—and shaking up the ranks.

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POET Technologies Is Lighting Up The AI Data Center Bottleneck — Positive

POET  POETD   Seeking Alpha — December 21, 2025

Poet Technologies sits at the center of the AI-driven data center transformation with its patented optical interposer platform. POET's technology enables faster, cheaper, and more energy-efficient data transfer, directly addressing hyperscaler needs as AI workloads surge. With $150M in cash, no debt, and major manufacturing partners, POET is well-capitalized to scale operations and pursue growth opportunities.

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Nvidia: Only A 3% Premium For The Most Important Company In AI — Positive

NVDA   Seeking Alpha — December 21, 2025

Valuation still reasonable: Nvidia trades at ~24x forward earnings. That's only ~3% above the S&P 500 average, despite vastly superior revenue, EPS growth, and margins. Fundamentals remain exceptional: 12 straight earnings double-beats, ~65% YoY data-center growth, and ~74% gross margins underscore dominant execution. Concentration isn't market peak: Heavy weighting in the Magnificent 7 suggests the bull market hasn't broadened yet, leaving room for further upside if recession is avoided.

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Gold Should Have A Record Year In 2026 And SGDM Is What Everyone's Missing — Positive

SGDM   Seeking Alpha — December 21, 2025

Sprott Gold Miners ETF offers diversified gold miner exposure, tracking a factor-based index emphasizing quality and value. SGDM is positioned to outperform spot gold and traditional gold miner ETFs if the gold rally continues into 2026. The ETF tilts toward companies with higher revenue, free cash flow yields, and lower debt-to-equity, enhancing upside in rising gold price environments.

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Oil prices gain on US interception of Venezuelan oil tanker over weekend — Positive

BNO  DBO  GUSH  IEO  OIH  OIL  PXJ  UCO  USO  XOP   Reuters — December 21, 2025

Oil prices climbed in early trade on Monday after the U.S. intercepted a Venezuelan oil tanker over the weekend.

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VGT holds a much larger asset base and slightly more holdings than FTEC, but both funds track the same sector with near-identical allocations. FTEC comes in with a marginally lower expense ratio, while VGT offers a slightly higher dividend yield.

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What Investors Should Consider When Choosing a Growth ETF Like VUG — Neutral

VUG   The Motley Fool — December 21, 2025

Growth ETFs are designed to earn above-average returns over time. Maintaining a long-term perspective is crucial, as these investments are susceptible to short-term fluctuations.

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10% Yield Vs. 13% Yield: Why I Prefer Hercules Over Trinity Capital Today — Positive

TRIN   Seeking Alpha — December 21, 2025

Hercules Capital and Trinity Capital are leading BDCs specializing in venture lending to innovation-driven small and medium businesses. As the Fed cuts interest rates, BDC companies face the risk of margin compression. However, HTGC and TRIN are better positioned to adapt to these changes, which supports my 'Buy' rating for both.

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NEW YORK, Dec. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP reminds purchasers or acquirers of Jayud Global Logistics Limited (NASDAQ: JYD) (“Jayud”) that a federal securities class action has been filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York. The action is filed against Jayud Global Logistics Limited and additional Defendants with a class period of April 21, 2023 – April 30, 2025, inclusive (the “Class Period”).

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NEW YORK, Dec. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP reminds purchasers or acquirers of Gauzy Ltd. (NASDAQ: GAUZ) (“Gauzy”) that a federal securities class action has been filed on behalf of investors who purchased Gauzy between March 11, 2025 through November 13, 2025, inclusive (the “Class Period”).

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WICHITA, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Textron Aviation Defense awarded contract to deliver Beechcraft T-6JP Texan II integrated training system to Japan's Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF).

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TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--General Mills Recalls Select Pillsbury Pizza Pops Products Dated June 9, 2026 to June 14, 2026.

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Oil Rises Amid Growing U.S.-Venezuela Tensions — Positive

BNO  DBO  GUSH  IEO  OIH  OIL  PXJ  UCO  USO  XOP   WSJ — December 21, 2025

Oil rose in the early Asian session amid growing U.S.-Venezuela tensions that may lead to supply disruptions.

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SINGAPORE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE:ICE), a leading global provider of technology and data, today announced that Nanhua Singapore Pte. Ltd. (Nanhua Singapore) has become a member of ICE Futures Singapore and ICE Clear Singapore. With these appointments, Nanhua Singapore can trade and clear its own business and clients' business. “We are pleased to join ICE in Singapore, as becoming a member allows Nanhua Singapore to strengthen our trading and global clearing capabilitie.

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Singapore state-owned investor Temasek is also part of the deal to acquire the fintech software company, while investor group Francisco Partners is supporting the acquisition.

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Why Is Everyone Talking About Broadcom Stock Right Now? — Positive

AVGO   The Motley Fool — December 21, 2025

Broadcom (AVGO +3.12%) is gaining market share in the lucrative data center industry.

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Why I Am Never Selling VTI -- Even During a Market Crash — Negative

VTI   The Motley Fool — December 21, 2025

The Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF tracks the performance of the entire U.S. stock market. Ample diversification can help limit risk during market slumps.

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Is There a Future for RIVN? — Positive

RIVN   The Motley Fool — December 21, 2025

Rivian is down more than 80% since its IPO. Improving financials, technology innovations, and brand awareness are propelling the company in a positive direction.

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