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5 Undervalued Price-to-Book Stocks Worth Buying in August

There are several different ways to find value stocks. Among these, the most popular are the price-to-earnings ratio (P/E) and the price-to-sales ratio (P/S). However, investors often overlook the price-to-book ratio (P/B ratio), which, though used less often, is also an easy-to-use valuation tool …

JPMorgan, Goldman, Invesco Test Blockchain Across Wall Street

JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs, Invesco, and Citadel Securities, along with nearly 40 other firms, conducted a four-hour test in July to assess the viability of tokenized assets on blockchain networks. Overseen by the DTCC, the exercise involved trading stocks and Treasuries, posting collateral, and meeting …

Nvidia and Broadcom Deepen AI Financing Push — But Wolfe Sees Long-Term Risks

NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA) and Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:AVGO), two of the world's largest chipmakers, are tapping debt and private capital markets to fund the AI infrastructure boom. These massive financial commitments coming from some of the biggest names in the market signal exceptionally-strong AI compute …

OPKO Health Expands Strategic Relationship with HealthCare Royalty Through $125 Million Notes Issuance Secured by Mazdutide Royalty Interests

OPKO Health, Inc. Transaction provides additional non-dilutive capital and enhanced financial flexibility while preserving meaningful long-term royalty upside MIAMI, Fla., Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OPKO Health, Inc. (NASDAQ: OPK) today announced the expansion of its financing relationship with HealthCare Royalty, a business …

Could Brookfield Asset Management (TSX:BAM) Change Course With This $500 Billion AI Push?

Make better investment decisions with Simply Wall St's easy, visual tools that give you a competitive edge. Brookfield Asset Management (TSX:BAM) is partnering with Nvidia and other major Wall Street firms on a planned US$500b AI infrastructure financing initiative. The partnership aims to mobilize …

What Is Invesco QQQ ETF? Nasdaq-100 Holdings, Strategy, Fees and Risks

The Invesco QQQ ETF (QQQ) tracks the Nasdaq-100 Index, comprising 100 of the largest non-financial companies listed on Nasdaq. While often perceived as a technology ETF, QQQ includes diverse sectors like consumer discretionary and healthcare, and its structure changed in late 2025 from a …

Invesco Real Estate Closes on $3.2 Billion in Loan Commitments in H1 2026

DALLAS, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Invesco Real Estate, the $86 billion global real estate investment platform of Invesco Ltd., closed on $3.2 billion of loan commitments globally in the first half of 2026. Reflecting continued momentum, the commitments represented a 112% increase in …

T. ROWE PRICE ADVANCES AI STRATEGY WITH LEADERSHIP MODEL BUILT TO ACCELERATE AND SCALE EXECUTION

T. Rowe Price announced leadership enhancements to accelerate and scale its artificial intelligence (AI) strategy, focusing on responsible adoption and translating AI innovation into value for clients and the business. The firm is expanding its Investment AI Solutions and establishing a dedicated AI strategy …

Invesco Real Estate Makes 33 Loan Commitments Across Two Continents

Invesco Real Estate, Invesco's global real estate investment platform, closed $3.2 billion in loan commitments in the first half of 2026, marking a 112% increase from H1 2025. These commitments include 33 floating-rate senior loans across North America and Europe, with a strong focus …

Oppenheimer Adjusts PT on Crescent Capital BDC to $14 From $16, Maintains Perform Rating

Oppenheimer has lowered its price target for Crescent Capital BDC (CCAP) to $14 from $16, while keeping a "Perform" rating on the stock. This adjustment comes shortly after B. Riley also revised its price target for CCAP to $12.50 from $13.50, maintaining a "Neutral" …

Update: US Equity Futures Mostly Flat Pre-Bell as Traders Evaluate Further Inflation Data

(Updates with economic data, recent oil price movement, world markets' overview and corporate stock movements.)US equity futures were mostly flat pre-bell Thursday as traders evaluated another key inflation report, after yesterday's July consumer inflation reading matched Silver Upgrade to read this MT Newswires article …

Principal Financial stock holds firm as consensus points to limited upside

Principal Financial Group (PFG) stock is trading above analyst consensus targets, closing at $113.77 against a target of $105.83, indicating limited upside according to the Street. The company, operating in the insurance and retirement services sector, exhibits lower volatility with a beta of 0.88, …

Westwood Energy ETF Reports 11.3% Annualized Distribution Rate

The Westwood Salient Enhanced Energy Income ETF (WEEI) has surpassed $100 million in assets under management, reflecting growing investor demand for income and diversified energy exposure. The actively managed fund, which invests across the full energy value chain, boasts an annualized distribution rate of …

Westwood Salient Enhanced Energy Income ETF (WEEI) Surpasses $100 Million in Assets

The Westwood Salient Enhanced Energy Income ETF (WEEI) has exceeded $100 million in assets under management, demonstrating growing demand for its strategy. This ETF, part of Westwood's Enhanced Income Series™, combines dividend yield and options premiums from covered calls with potential equity appreciation across …

Bank of America Forecasts Strong Price Appreciation for Merit Medical Systems (NASDAQ:MMSI) Stock

Bank of America has raised its price target for Merit Medical Systems (NASDAQ:MMSI) to $97 from $92, while maintaining a "neutral" rating, indicating a potential 6.36% upside. The company recently surpassed quarterly earnings expectations, reporting $1.19 EPS against a $0.96 consensus and revenue of …

Invesco Ltd. - Invesco Ltd: Form 8.3 - Prologis Inc; Public dealing disclosure

Invesco Ltd. has filed a Public Dealing Disclosure Form 8.3 concerning Prologis, Inc., as required by Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code. The disclosure details Invesco's interests and short positions in Prologis's relevant securities, showing ownership and/or control of 10,980,533 shares (1.15%) and short …

Crypto’s Wall Street Era Arrives as Retail Buzz, Liquidity Fade

(Bloomberg) -- Gracy Chen doesn't want to run just a crypto exchange anymore. Most Read from Bloomberg Walter Sells Lakers, Seeks More Cash to Pay Loans Amid DOJ Probe Anthropic Said in Talks to Buy Startup Decart for $6 Billion Phoebe Gates Knew Phia …

Mount Logan Capital Inc. Establishes Direct Insurance Origination

Mount Logan Capital Inc. announced that its subsidiary, Ability Insurance Company, has launched its initial suite of multi-year guaranteed annuity (MYGA) products, marking Mount Logan's entry into direct insurance origination. This move is a strategic expansion aimed at growing assets under management, fee-related earnings, …

Liquidity Mapping Around (TSLX) Price Events

This article analyzes Sixth Street Specialty Lending Inc. (TSLX) using AI models to provide trading strategies and multi-timeframe signal analysis. Key findings indicate strong near and mid-term sentiment but a weak long-term outlook, with no resistance levels above the current price suggesting upside potential. …

Eagle Point Income Company GAAP NII of $0.37 misses by $0.10

* Eagle Point Income Company press release [https://seekingalpha.com/pr/20618062-eagle-point-income-company-inc-announces-second-quarter-2026-financial-results-and-fourth] (EIC [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/EIC]): Q2 GAAP NII of $0.37 misses by $0.10. * Net asset value (“NAV”) per common share of $12.52 as of June 30, 2026, compared to $11.99 as of March 31, 2026. * GAAP net …

Royalty Management Q2 Results: Sales rise 38% to $1.832M

How Steve Potash Digitized The World's Libraries

Steve Potash was fed up with shuffling forms and documents when he began his career as a lawyer. So he developed technology to do the job for him. Continue Reading

Eagle Point Income Q2 Results: GAAP NII beats estimate

* Eagle Point Income Company press release [https://seekingalpha.com/pr/20618062-eagle-point-income-company-inc-announces-second-quarter-2026-financial-results-and-fourth] (EIC [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/EIC]): Q2 GAAP NII of $0.37 misses by $0.10. * Net asset value (“NAV”) per common share of $12.52 as of June 30, 2026, compared to $11.99 as of March 31, 2026. * GAAP net …

Bill Ackman's Pershing Square buys Netflix, 5 other stocks in 2026

Bill Ackman's Pershing Square Inc. disclosed on Wednesday that it had taken a new position in Netflix stock, returning to the streaming company after a loss-making investment in 2022, and added five other new positions in the first half of 2026. As of June …

FS KKR Capital (NYSE:FSK) Rating Increased to Hold at Zacks Research

Zacks Research has upgraded FS KKR Capital (NYSE:FSK) from a "strong sell" to a "hold" rating. Despite this upgrade, the broader analyst consensus remains "Reduce" with an average price target of $11.21. The company recently reported strong quarterly earnings, beating analyst estimates for both …

SLR Investment (NASDAQ:SLRC) Upgraded by Zacks Research to Hold Rating

Zacks Research upgraded SLR Investment (NASDAQ:SLRC) from a "strong sell" to a "hold" rating, though the broader analyst consensus remains a "Hold" with an average price target of $14.10. Other analysts, including JPMorgan and Wells Fargo, have maintained "underweight" ratings and lowered price targets, …

Here's What We Like About Sprott's (TSE:SII) Upcoming Dividend

Sprott Inc. (TSE:SII) is set to trade ex-dividend soon, with a dividend payment of US$0.40 per share scheduled for September 1st. The company boasts a comfortable payout ratio of 39% of its profit, indicating a sustainable dividend, and has shown strong earnings growth of …

Chicago Atlantic BDC (LIEN) details Q2 2026 results release and REFI merger filing

Chicago Atlantic BDC (LIEN) has released its Q2 2026 financial results, which include a press release and earnings presentation from August 13, 2026. The company also provided an update on its proposed merger with Chicago Atlantic Real Estate Finance, Inc. (REFI), which was unanimously …

Chicago Atlantic BDC, Inc. Declares $0.34 Cash Dividend for Third Quarter 2026

Chicago Atlantic BDC, Inc. (NASDAQ: LIEN) has announced a cash dividend of $0.34 per share for the quarter ending September 30, 2026. The record date for this dividend is September 25, 2026, with the payment date set for October 9, 2026. The company specializes …

Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund faces worsening results, likely dividend cut ahead.

Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund (MSDL) experienced a challenging Q2 2026, marked by declining dividend coverage, a decrease in net asset value (NAV), and a doubling of non-accrual loans. These issues suggest a high probability of another dividend reduction. An analyst previously downgraded MSDL …

Lincoln National Corporation (LNC) Stock Forecasts

An Argus report from August 12, 2026, has lowered the target price for Lincoln National Corporation (LNC) stock to $47.00. The company, which operates various insurance and retirement businesses, is currently trading at $45.28. The report provides an overview of LNC's operating segments, including …

Runway Growth Finance (NASDAQ:RWAY) Upgraded by Zacks Research to "Hold" Rating

Zacks Research upgraded Runway Growth Finance (NASDAQ:RWAY) from a "strong sell" to a "hold" rating, though overall analyst sentiment remains mixed. The company recently exceeded quarterly earnings and revenue expectations. Institutional investors currently hold approximately 64.61% of RWAY shares.

Brookfield's Q2 earnings beat estimates on strong asset management, wealth solutions (BN:NYSE)

Discipline and Rules-Based Execution in TPVG Response

An AI analysis for Triplepoint Venture Growth Bdc Corp. (NASDAQ: TPVG) indicates strong near and mid-term sentiment but a weak long-term outlook. The report identifies a mid-channel oscillation pattern and highlights an exceptional 29.5:1 risk-reward short setup targeting a 10.6% downside. It also provides …

Form 8K Apollo Global Management LLC Class A For: 13 August

This article announces that Apollo Global Management LLC Class A has filed a Form 8K on August 13. The filing is a standard regulatory disclosure document used to report significant events that shareholders should know about.