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Mar 11 2026FINANCE

Ligand’s Stock Rises After Bank of America Adds a Buy Rating

Bank of America has added Ligand Pharmaceuticals to its list of stocks it recommends buying, setting a new price target at $244. The move comes as the bank highlights Ligand’s business model, which focuses on high‑margin products and a lower level of risk compared to many other biopharma companies.

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Mar 06 2026FINANCE

Tokenized Securities Get Same Capital Treatment as Traditional Ones

Banks and regulators have announced that digital versions of securities, known as tokenized securities, will be treated exactly like their conventional counterparts when it comes to capital requirements. The Federal Reserve, the FDIC, and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency explained that

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Jan 27 2026FINANCE

AI in Banking: New Challenges and Opportunities

Banks are diving into AI, and it's a big deal. For the third year, it's the hottest trend in finance. But it's not all smooth sailing. AI brings both benefits and risks. On one hand, it boosts efficiency and improves customer service. On the other, it opens doors to fraud, deepfakes, and voice cloni

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Jan 23 2026BUSINESS

Banks Face Funding Challenges Amid Global Tensions

Banks in the euro area might struggle to get money from markets, especially in dollars and other foreign currencies, if global tensions keep rising. This warning came from the European Systemic Risk Board (ESRB) on a Thursday. Recently, things got tense between Europe and the U. S. over President T

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Jan 17 2026FINANCE

Credit Card Rate Cap: Banks Brace for Trump's Bold Move

Banks are in a tough spot right now. President Trump has suggested capping credit card interest rates at 10% for a year. This idea has caused quite a stir in the finance world. Banks are trying to figure out what to do next. The problem is, there's no clear plan on how this cap would work. The Whit

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Dec 26 2025CELEBRITIES

A Cozy Christmas for Taylor and Travis

Christmas brought a mix of joy and disappointment for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. Despite the Kansas City Chiefs losing their game, the couple enjoyed a quiet holiday together. Taylor showed up to support Travis at Arrowhead Stadium. She wore a stylish red bomber jacket over a black outfit, comp

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Dec 26 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Snoop Dogg Brings Festive Vibes to NFL Christmas Showdown

Christmas Day brought a special treat for music and sports fans alike. Snoop Dogg took the stage during the halftime of the Detroit Lions versus Minnesota Vikings game, part of Netflix's NFL Christmas Gameday Live. The event was a mix of music genres, featuring hip-hop, country, K-pop, and classical

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Dec 26 2025SPORTS

Christmas Day Quarterback Surprises: Meet the Unlikely Heroes

Christmas Day in the NFL is usually a big deal, with top teams and star quarterbacks stealing the show. But this year, things are quite different. Out of the six teams playing, only one is still in the running for the playoffs. The others? Well, they're just hanging on. Injuries have really shaken

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Dec 26 2025SPORTS

Christmas Football Showdown: What You Need to Know

Christmas Day isn't just about presents and turkey anymore. Football has snuck its way into the holiday fun. This year, three big games are happening. Let's break it down. First up, the Dallas Cowboys and Washington Commanders face off. This game kicks off at 1 p. m. ET. You can catch it on Netflix

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Dec 26 2025OPINION

Christmas Through the Ages: A Journey of Love and Hate

Christmas is a time of joy, but it's also a time of reflection. It's a time to think about the past and the present. It's a time to think about the good and the bad. It's a time to think about love and hate. The holiday season is a time of giving and receiving. It's a time of family and friends. It

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