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Marathon Digital Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:MARA) announced the completion of privately negotiated convertible note exchanges, reducing its long-term debt by 56%. The company exchanged $417 million worth of notes for 31.7 million newly issued shares of common stock. As a result, Marathon's combined cash and bitcoin holdings now exceed its convertible debt.

Portfolio Pulse from Adam Eckert

September 21, 2023 | 12:47 pm

AKTX

Akari Therapeutics (NASDAQ:AKTX) has announced a private placement of its equity securities with existing investors, including Chairman Dr. Ray Prudo and CEO Rachelle Jacques, expected to generate $2 million. The company also received a $2.5 million R&D tax credit from the UK. The private placement will involve the issuance of unregistered American Depository Shares (ADSs) at $3.30 per ADS. The closing is expected on September 22, 2023.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

September 21, 2023 | 12:22 pm

RIG

Nauticus Robotics has secured a term loan agreement with existing stakeholders Transocean, ATW Partners, Material Impact, and RCB Equities. The agreement provides up to $20M in secured term loans.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

September 21, 2023 | 11:37 am

EWU

The U.K. has decided to keep its interest rate unchanged at 5.25%, against an estimated 5.50%.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

September 21, 2023 | 11:10 am

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The Federal Reserve maintained the federal funds rate within the 5.25% to 5.5% range, causing a decline in overall sentiment among U.S. investors and a drop in U.S. stocks. General Mills Inc reported better-than-expected earnings for its first quarter. Investors are awaiting earnings results from FactSet Research Systems Inc., Darden Restaurants, Inc., and Scholastic Corporation.

Portfolio Pulse from Lisa Levin

September 21, 2023 | 7:19 am

IAUX

i-80 Gold has announced a $20 million gold prepay accordion with Orion Mine Finance. The deal will provide i-80 Gold with additional capital for its operations.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

September 21, 2023 | 5:53 am

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Following a $1.8 billion money laundering scandal last month, Singapore-based banks have increased scrutiny towards clients of Chinese origin with foreign passports. Several financial institutions are re-evaluating new account applications and transactions related to these clients. Banks involved in the scandal include Credit Suisse, Julius Baer Group Ltd., Citigroup Inc., Oversea-Chinese Banking Corp., and United Overseas Bank Ltd. The Monetary Authority of Singapore is in discussions with these institutions regarding the potentially contaminated funds.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Neuro

September 21, 2023 | 5:30 am

TSLA

Tesla Inc's shares are trading lower, down by 1.1% to $263.70, in line with the broader market following the Federal Reserve's decision. The company, which relies on borrowing for various purposes, could face higher borrowing costs if the Federal Reserve hints at future rate hikes. Tesla has historically burned through significant amounts of cash and carries substantial debt, so higher interest rates could increase its interest expenses, potentially impacting profitability and cash flow.

Portfolio Pulse from Henry Khederian

September 20, 2023 | 7:55 pm

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GOOGL

Alphabet Inc's shares are trading lower due to the Federal Reserve's decision to maintain the federal funds rate at its existing range of 5.25% to 5.5%. Higher interest rates can lead to increased borrowing costs for businesses, potentially affecting Alphabet's operational costs and corporate profits.

Portfolio Pulse from Henry Khederian

September 20, 2023 | 7:52 pm