Welcome back to Morning Trade Live. It's time now for the big picture. Let's welcome in Cooper Howlet, director of fixed income research and strategy, Schwab Center for Financial Research.Busy morning here, Coupe. Obviously, we had some data and we'd be talking about this if we didn't have the Middle East headlines. So, how are you tying it all together this morning because it feels like the macro element is being largely overshadowed by, you know, the the headlines coming through from the Middle East today ...

Bangladesh has been a global leader in financial inclusion through microcredit and Mobile Financial Services (MFS). Millions of people now have access to loans and digital wallets. However, having access to financial services does not always mean people are financially empowered. The talk compares two women: Sheila, a young online entrepreneur who benefits from digital finance, and her mother, who is stuck in a cycle of microcredit debt. This shows that many people still lack financial knowledge and proper ...

Core Insights - OppFi, Inc. (NYSE: OPFI) reported record revenue of $597.1 million for FY25, with adjusted net income of $139.8 million and adjusted EPS of $1.59, reflecting year-over-year increases of 13.5%, 69.1%, and $0.64 respectively [1] - GAAP net income rose by 74.4% to $146.2 million, driven by Model 6, risk-based pricing, and improved operating discipline [1] - The company repurchased $15.5 million of shares at an average price of $10.04, with $20.9 million remaining under authorization, indicating a strong capital return strategy [1] Financial Performance - FY25 was characterized as a breakout year with record revenue, earnings, and margin expansion, highlighting stronger scale and pricing discipline [8] - The company demonstrated improved capital flexibility, strong free cash flow, ample liquidity, and lower funding costs, which enhanced financial flexibility [8] - FY26 guidance indicates continued momentum with expectations of solid growth, despite recent credit pressures being viewed as temporary [8]

Core Insights - The PGIM Jennison Financial Services Fund outperformed the S&P Composite 1500 Financials index, which had a return of 2.0% in Q4 2025 [3]. Group 1 - The fund advanced in performance during the quarter [3].

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SoFi Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:SOFI) is capturing significant market attention this week as its momentum score surged from 39.06 to 63.72.Momentum Spikes, Growth Remains Elite For SOFIThis rapid week-on-week improvement in its percentile ranking follows a flurry of high-impact news, including a landmark stablecoin settlement partnership with Mastercard Inc. (NYSE:MA) and a massive show of confidence from the company's top leadership.While SOFI's price trend is currently flagged as downward in the short and ...

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Core Viewpoint - Beneficient has appointed Mack H. Hicks to its Board of Directors, aiming to leverage his extensive experience in private equity and corporate acquisitions to enhance the company's growth and value creation strategies [1][4]. Company Overview - Beneficient (Nasdaq: BENF) is a technology-enabled platform that provides exit opportunities and primary capital solutions, along with trust and custody services for holders of alternative assets [1][6]. - The company focuses on democratizing the global alternative asset investment market for mid-to-high net worth individuals, small-to-midsized institutions, and General Partners [6]. Leadership Appointment - Mack H. Hicks is the CEO of Hicks Holdings LLC and has a background in private equity and real estate investments, continuing the legacy of his late father, Thomas O. Hicks [2][3]. - Hicks has a history of sourcing and managing corporate acquisitions and currently serves on multiple boards, enhancing his qualifications for the role [3]. Financial Developments - On October 19, 2023, Beneficient entered into a credit agreement with HH-BDH LLC, borrowing approximately $27.5 million, which has since been repaid in full [4]. - An amendment to the credit agreement was made on March 10, 2026, allowing for the satisfaction of approximately $1.66 million in accrued interest and fees through stock issuance and deferred cash payments, aimed at increasing financial flexibility [5].

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