In a move that has sent shockwaves through financial markets and energized the cryptocurrency sector, former President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at allowing Americans to invest in alternative assets—including Bitcoin and other digital currencies—through their 401(k) retirement accounts. The announcement triggered a sharp rally in Bitcoin prices and a surge in crypto-related… Continue reading Trump Greenlights Crypto in 401(k)s, Sparking Market Rally

In a landmark environmental settlement, three major chemical manufacturers—Chemours, DuPont de Nemours, and Corteva—have agreed to pay $875 million to the state of New Jersey to resolve claims related to the contamination of soil, water, and public health with toxic “forever chemicals” known as PFAS. The settlement stems from long-standing allegations that the companies knowingly… Continue reading Major Chemical Companies to Pay $875 Million Over PFAS, “Forever Chemicals”, Contamination Claims

Buckle up, we’ve got a lot of Quarterly Reports all week so take some extra time to comb through the list. If you know the stock ticker use the search function, “ctrl+f”, to quickly see if the company is slated to report this week. Have fun and we’ll you in the contests. Medium-cap Small-cap Large-cap… Continue reading Upcoming Quarterly Reports 8/4 – 8/8 2025 (Week 33)

On July 30, 2025, JPMorgan Chase and Coinbase announced a landmark partnership that will allow Chase customers to link their bank accounts directly to Coinbase wallets and, beginning this fall, to fund those wallets using their Chase credit cards. What drove this collaboration was a convergence of factors: an accelerating demand from traditional banking clients… Continue reading Banking on Crypto: JPMorgan and Coinbase Forge Direct Account Link

PayPal’s “Pay with Crypto” feature, officially unveiled on July 28, 2025, represents a significant step in bridging digital assets and mainstream commerce. Designed for U.S.-based merchants (excluding New York), this capability enables retailers to accept more than 100 different cryptocurrencies—ranging from Bitcoin and Ethereum to stablecoins like USDT, USDC, as well as XRP, BNB, and… Continue reading PayPal’s New “Pay with Crypto” Feature

In a high-profile debut on the New York Stock Exchange earlier this month, Donald Trump Jr.–backed gun retailer GrabAGun made its public entrance under the ticker symbol PEW. Marketed as a modern, mobile-friendly firearms platform and self-described “Amazon of guns,” the company’s IPO has drawn significant attention from both investors and critics. Yet despite its… Continue reading Trump Jr.-Backed GrabAGun Goes Public: A Rocky Start for the ‘Amazon of Guns’

We’ve got a big list for next week.  Lots of major players are reporting this week so check your Large-cap investments and keep an eye on those dates. Get your info and Get your Share here at MarketDraft. Medium-cap Small-cap Large-cap 07/28/25 WELL Welltower WM Waste Management CDNS Cadence Design Systems EPD Enterprise Products Partners… Continue reading Upcoming Quarterly Reports 7/28 – 8/1 2025 (Week 32)

Senegalese-born R&B star Akon (Aliaune Thiam) long cast himself as a champion of African development. In 2018 he announced a $6 billion “Akon City” – a futuristic, solar-powered metropolis along Senegal’s Atlantic coast – to be funded by his own digital token, Akoin. The project was backed at the highest levels: media reports noted that Senegal’s… Continue reading Akon City’s Crypto Dream Collapses in Senegal

The GENIUS Act—short for Growing and Enhancing New Innovations for UpSkilling—was passed with bipartisan support as part of a broader legislative push to strengthen the U.S. education pipeline and equip Americans with future-ready skills. The act aims to increase access to STEM education, particularly in underserved communities, and enhance partnerships between educational institutions and industry… Continue reading The GENIUS Act – The Short and Simple

We’re getting back into the reporting season so buckle up and get ready folks. Get your info and Get your Share here at MarketDraft. Medium-cap Small-cap Large-cap 07/21/25 VZ Verizon Communications ROP Roper Technologies NXPI NXP Semiconductors RYAAY Ryanair WRB W.R. Berkley STLD Steel Dynamics DPZ Domino’s Pizza ARE Alexandria Real Estate Equities CCK Crown… Continue reading Upcoming Quarterly Reports 7/21 – 7/25 2025 (Week 31)