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2026-09-02 12:56 • GlobeNewswire Inc. Positive Axe Cap view: Bullish

Canva has launched recurring subscription payments in South Africa through Capitec Pay, an account-to-account payment method, in partnership with EBANX. This milestone addresses a significant market gap, as only 8-10% of South African adults own credit cards, excluding 44 million people from traditional subscription services. The integration makes Canva the first international company to offer this payment option on Capitec's platform, which serves 26 million clients.

Axe note: Canva’s move to offer subscription payments via Capitec Pay opens digital services to millions of South Africans without credit cards.

2026-09-02 11:35 • The Motley Fool Positive Axe Cap view: Selective

Suzanne L. Helen, a member of a group at Mohawk Industries, sold 1,000 shares for $139,480 on August 14, 2026. Despite the sale, Helen maintains indirect ownership of approximately 148,000 shares worth $20.7 million, indicating continued confidence in the company. The sale appears routine, capitalizing on the stock's 14.4% year-to-date gain, and should not concern shareholders.

Axe note: Mohawk Industries insider sells shares after solid gains, but keeps big holdings.

2026-09-02 11:25 • The Motley Fool Positive Axe Cap view: Selective

The Invesco KBW Bank ETF (KBWB) outperforms iShares U.S. Financials ETF (IYF) on 1-year returns (26.7% vs 10.8%) and dividend yield (1.9% vs 1.4%), but carries higher volatility due to its concentrated focus on 26 banking stocks. IYF offers greater stability through diversification across 140+ financial holdings, making it suitable for risk-averse investors, while KBWB appeals to those seeking higher income and growth potential.

Axe note: Focused bank ETFs like KBWB offer yield but come with volatility South African investors must weigh carefully.