Bogdan Stojkov

European defense stocks surged further on March 3, driven by heightened military spending commitments across the continent. Leading the charge is Rheinmetall AG (ETR: RHM), which is now up almost 12% at midday timestamp. The German powerhouse continues to soar, with a current price of €1,128.50 (just under $1,182). Following closely are Thales SA (EPA: HO) from France, up by over 13%, and BAE Systems plc (LON: BA) from the UK, which gained around 14% on Monday, March 3.

Renowned U.S. economist Peter Schiff, sharply criticized the idea of including XRP in the United States Cryptocurrency Strategic Reserve, questioning its purpose amid broader discussions about digital assets in the American economy. In a March 2, 2025, post on X, Schiff acknowledged the logic behind a Bitcoin (BTC) reserve, likening it to its digital gold narrative, but expressed his disapproval at the inclusion of the token, ‘what’s the rationale for an XRP reserve?

The United States Attorney General’s recent letter to Kash Patel stirred headlines, as she demanded the full release of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents, accusing the FBI of withholding critical files. With her name all over the news, we decided to explore Pam Bondi’s net worth by going over her assets and investments in the following piece. Stocks Stay up-to-date on the trading activity of US Congress members.