Why Definium Therapeutics’ LSD-Based Drug Has Wall Street Watching 2026
Definium Therapeutics shares rose to $22.68 after Stifel and Piper Sandler initiated coverage with Buy ratings,
AEVEX Stock Jumps 35% After $320 Million Drone IPO as AVEX Tests Defense-Tech Demand
AEVEX shares closed at $26.93 in their NYSE debut, 35% above the $20 IPO price. The Solana Beach-based drone maker raised $320 million by selling 16 million shares. First-quarter revenue is estimated
SoFi Stock Runs Toward a Make-or-Break Earnings Test After a Volatile Week
SoFi Technologies shares closed up 2.1% at $19.43 Friday, with trading volume above 73 million ahead of its April 29 earnings report. The stock’s rise follows allegations from short seller Muddy Waters, which SoFi has denied. Investors are watching for signs of stable lending and fee revenue amid scrutiny of the company’s accounting. Affirm, Robinhood, and LendingClub also gained Friday.
American Airlines Rejects United Merger Talk as AAL Stock Faces Its Next Big Test
American Airlines said Friday it is not in merger talks with United Airlines and has no interest in a deal, following reports United’s CEO raised the idea with President Trump in February. American called a merger “negative for competition and for consumers.” Shares of both airlines rose before markets closed for the weekend. American will report first-quarter results April 23.
Tesla Terafab Hiring Push Puts Elon Musk’s AI Chip Bet on the Clock
Tesla is hiring semiconductor engineers in Taiwan for its Terafab AI chip project, days before reporting first-quarter results on April 22. Job postings list nine roles tied to advanced chipmaking, including 2-nanometer-class technology. Investors remain focused on Tesla’s AI spending as vehicle deliveries fell to 358,023 in the first quarter. Tesla shares closed Friday at $400.62, up 3%.
Netflix Stock Sinks After Weak Forecast as Reed Hastings Exit Raises Growth Questions
Netflix shares fell 9.8% Friday after a weak second-quarter forecast overshadowed a first-quarter profit boost and news that co-founder Reed Hastings will exit the board in 2026. The company projected Q2 revenue and earnings below analyst estimates, kept its 2026 outlook unchanged, and faces investor doubts over whether price hikes and ad revenue can offset slowing subscriber growth.
Intel Stock Hits Dot-Com-Era High. Now Comes the Earnings Test
Intel shares hit $70.32 Friday, their highest intraday level since 2000, before closing at $68.50 ahead of first-quarter results due April 23. Investors cited new AI chip deals with Google and a planned partnership with Elon Musk’s Terafab project. Intel also agreed to buy back a 49% stake in its Irish Fab 34 for $14.2 billion. Analyst targets rose, but most ratings remain cautious.
Nvidia Stock Faces a $20 Billion AI Chip Test as Cerebras Heads for IPO
Cerebras Systems filed for a U.S. IPO and reported 2025 revenue of $510 million, swinging to a profit of $1.38 per share from a loss a year earlier. Reuters cited a report that OpenAI agreed to pay Cerebras over $20 billion for servers, though this was unconfirmed. Nvidia shares closed up 1.7% at $201.68, valuing the company at about $4.53 trillion. Nvidia projected fiscal Q1 revenue of $78 billion.
US Stock Market Today: Live Updates 18.04.2026
LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 18, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 18, 2026, 7:24 PM EDT Silvercorp Metals Shares Surge 10.2% on Record 2026 Revenue and Raised 2027 Guidance April 18, 2026, 7:21 PM EDT. Silvercorp Metals (TSX:SVM) shares jumped 10.2% after reporting record unaudited fiscal 2026 revenue of US$438.1 million and issuing higher production guidance for 2027. The firm anticipates a 3% to 9% increase in ore processed and modest gains in silver, gold, lead, and zinc output next year. This signals a shift from volume pressure toward operational scaling, though risks from rising costs and potential regulatory disruptions in
NVIDIA Pushes Deeper Into Robotics as TSMC, ASML Signal AI Spending Boom Isn’t Cooling
Nvidia expanded its robotics partnership with Cadence Design Systems, integrating AI models and simulation engines for robot training. Nvidia shares rose 1.2% to $200.79 Friday, valuing the company at $4.53 trillion. TSMC and ASML raised 2026 sales forecasts as AI chip demand remains strong. U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren questioned Nvidia’s SchedMD acquisition, citing concerns over control of supercomputing software.
QVC Bankruptcy Filing: Home-Shopping Pioneer Seeks Fast Chapter 11 to Cut More Than $5 Billion of Debt
QVC Group filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in Texas on Thursday, aiming to cut debt to $1.3 billion from $6.6 billion while keeping QVC and HSN running. The company reported an $2.4 billion net loss in 2025 and an 8% revenue drop. U.S. operations are affected; international units are not. QVC expects to exit bankruptcy in about 90 days and warned shareholders of a total loss.
Oil Prices Plunge, Dow Jones Jumps After Iran Reopens Strait of Hormuz (Reuters)
Oil prices dropped and U.S. stocks hit new records Friday after Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping during a 10-day ceasefire. Brent crude fell to $88.90 a barrel, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq set highs. Iran said passage is open but with restrictions, and the U.S. Navy warned of lingering mine threats. Major shipping lines remained cautious about resuming transit.
Intel Stock Hits Highest Since 2000 as Turnaround Rally Faces Earnings Test
Intel shares hit $70.32 intraday Friday, their highest since 2000, before trading near $68.75 as investors bet on an AI-driven turnaround. The stock surge follows new deals with Google and Tesla, and a $14.2 billion buyback of its Ireland plant stake. First-quarter results are due April 23. Analysts warn of weak PC demand and a $10.32 billion foundry loss in 2025.
Figma Stock Slides as Anthropic’s Claude Design Deepens Valuation Debate, Adobe Faces AI Scrutiny
Janet Yellen accused Donald Trump of undermining Federal Reserve independence, warning of unprecedented threats as Kevin Warsh heads into a contentious Senate confirmation. Trump vowed to fire Jerome Powell if he remains after his term ends May 15. Warsh’s nomination faces opposition from both parties, including ethics concerns over his financial disclosures. Bitcoin rose 4.5% to $77,447 amid broader market relief after Iran signaled the Strait of Hormuz would stay open.
US Stock Market Today: S&P 500, Nasdaq Hit Records as Oil Slides on Hormuz Reopening
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit new intraday records Friday after Iran said the Strait of Hormuz would stay open during a 10-day truce, sending oil below $90 a barrel. The Dow reached a two-month high, while Exxon and Chevron fell about 5% as crude dropped. American Airlines rose 8%. Shipping firms warned risks remain in the strait, with U.S. Navy citing unclear mine threats.
Oklo Stock Surges as White House Space Nuclear Plan and Board Overhaul Lift Reactor Shares
Oklo shares climbed 8.5% to $69.69 by midday Friday after the company overhauled its board and the White House called for faster space-reactor development. The board expanded to 11, adding Mark Peters and David Christian. NuScale Power and BWX Technologies also rose. Oklo’s market value hit $16.5 billion, despite no 2025 revenue and a $105.7 million net loss.
AMC Stock Jumps Nearly 20% on Super Mario Box Office Boost, but Debt Still Looms
AMC Entertainment shares surged nearly 20% Friday after the chain reported record Easter weekend revenue, with more than 6 million visitors and strong results from “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.” By midday, AMC traded at $1.93, up $0.32. Cinemark and Marcus also posted their best-ever Easter five-day box office. Despite the rally, AMC stock remains far below its 52-week high of $4.08.
Chevron Stock Falls Despite Supreme Court Win as Oil Prices Tumble on Hormuz Reopening
Chevron shares fell 3.8% to $180.99 by midday Friday after Iran said the Strait of Hormuz remained open, pushing oil prices lower. The drop followed Chevron’s warning last week of a potential $2.7 billion to $3.7 billion first-quarter earnings hit from temporary accounting effects. A Supreme Court win in Louisiana litigation failed to offset the selloff. Exxon and ConocoPhillips also declined.
Why the S&P 500 Keeps Hitting Records Even With Iran War Risks Still Unresolved
The S&P 500 rose 1.2% to 7,115 and Brent crude fell over 11% to below $88 after Iran said the Strait of Hormuz would remain open during the Lebanon ceasefire. Airlines surged while oil majors dropped. Investors shifted bets toward a possible Fed rate cut in December. Major shipping firms remained cautious, citing unresolved security concerns in the strait.
Alphabet Stock Gets Fresh ‘Undervalued’ Calls Ahead of Google’s High-Stakes Earnings
Alphabet shares traded near $337 Friday ahead of its April 29 earnings report, rising 0.4% in late-morning New York trading. The company may boost 2026 capital spending to as much as $185 billion, with Google Cloud revenue up 48% last quarter. Broadcom recently signed a deal to supply Google’s custom AI chips through 2031. The European Commission proposed new rules requiring Google to share search data with rivals.
Broadcom stock rises as Goldman keeps $480 target after Meta AI chip deal
Broadcom shares rose 1.2% to $403.18 Friday after Goldman Sachs reiterated a buy rating and $480 price target, citing Meta’s expanded AI chip partnership. Meta extended its Broadcom deal through 2029, with an initial compute commitment over 1 gigawatt. The agreement follows recent custom chip wins with Google and Anthropic. Analysts flagged risk from Broadcom’s growing reliance on a few large customers.
XRP Price Today: XRP Climbs to $1.44 as ETF Inflows, Risk-On Mood Lift Ripple-Linked Token
XRP climbed to about $1.44 in early New York trading Friday, up 2.5% in 24 hours with turnover over $4 billion, outpacing bitcoin and ether. U.S.-listed spot XRP ETFs saw $17 million in net inflows on April 15, the highest since February. Ripple announced a partnership with Kyobo Life Insurance for Korea’s first tokenised government bond settlement project. XRP remains about 60% below its all-time high.
Bitcoin Price Today Holds Above $75,000 as Iran Talk Hopes and Wall Street’s Crypto Push Steady BTC
Bitcoin traded at $75,576 early Friday, up 1.1% and holding above the $75,000 mark seen as a key test for its rebound. Ether rose 0.3% to $2,352.08. Charles Schwab announced phased spot crypto trading, and Goldman Sachs filed to launch its first bitcoin ETF. Blockchain data showed investors taking profits near $75,000, despite continued institutional demand.
Gold Price Today Near $4,784 as Weaker Dollar Keeps Bullion on Track for Fourth Weekly Gain
Gold hovered near $4,784 an ounce Friday, set for a fourth weekly gain despite easing 0.1% by 0815 GMT. A 10-day Lebanon-Israel ceasefire and possible U.S.-Iran talks kept investors watching for diplomatic progress. Indian gold imports stalled as banks await new government authorization, leaving over 5 tons stuck at customs. Spot silver rose 0.7% to $78.97, platinum held steady, and palladium slipped 0.1%.
UK Stock Market Today: FTSE 100 Slips as Oil Cushions London Shares, Workspace Tumbles
London’s FTSE 100 fell 0.18% to 10,570.49 on Friday, trailing gains in Paris and Frankfurt as investors grew cautious ahead of Iran conflict talks. Workspace shares plunged 14% after warning of lower 2027 profits. Tesco, easyJet, and Dunelm flagged pressure from the conflict and consumer pullback. Brent crude hovered near $98, supporting oil stocks but keeping broader sentiment fragile.
US Stock Market Before Open Today: S&P 500 Futures Hold Near Records as Oil Falls and Netflix Slumps
U.S. stock futures were steady early Friday, with the S&P 500 near record highs as oil fell below $100 on hopes for renewed U.S.-Iran talks. Netflix shares dropped after weak guidance and news that chairman Reed Hastings will not seek re-election. The Nasdaq closed at a record for a 12th straight session Thursday. Treasury yields held near 4.32% as markets bet the Federal Reserve will stay on hold this year.
US Stock Market Today: Live Updates 17.04.2026
LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 17, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 17, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT Meghan Markle Highlights Vulnerability and Joy at Sydney Girls' Weekend Retreat April 17, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT. Meghan Markle joined a Sydney beach weekend retreat designed for women seeking **connection, growth, and joy**. Hosted by Gemma O'Neill of the Her Best Life podcast, the event charged VIP guests **$2,285** for direct engagement with Markle. Drawing around 300 attendees, the retreat emphasized **female empowerment and celebration**. O'Neill praised Markle's resilience in public life, spotlighting her ability to rise despite challenges. Markle spent two hours at the
Hims & Hers Health Stock Jumps as FDA Reconsiders Peptide Restrictions
Hims & Hers Health shares rose to $26.65 Thursday after the FDA said it would reconsider restrictions on several peptides, removing 12 from a high-risk list and scheduling a July review of seven more. The move follows Hims’ March decision to stop advertising compounded GLP-1 drugs and expand branded offerings through Novo Nordisk. The company acquired a California peptide facility last year to bolster supply.
NuScale Power Stock Whipsaws After U.S. Opens Door to Nuclear Loans, Space Reactor Push
NuScale Power shares jumped to $13.23 before falling back to $11.52 Thursday after the White House ordered NASA to start a space-reactor program and Energy Secretary Chris Wright said initial U.S. reactors would likely get federal loans. NuScale remains the only U.S. firm with an approved small modular reactor design but has yet to secure firm orders or financing.
SoFi Technologies Stock Rises as FedNow Instant Transfers Set Up April 29 Earnings Test
SoFi Technologies shares rose 1.5% Thursday after launching instant bank transfers via its Galileo platform, allowing money to move between SoFi and outside banks in seconds. The stock traded near $19.08 in New York. Investors await first-quarter results April 29, with SoFi guiding to $1.04 billion in adjusted net revenue and 12 cents per share in adjusted earnings.
D-Wave Quantum Stock Jumps Again as Nvidia’s Ising Launch Reignites Quantum Rally
D-Wave Quantum shares climbed about 5% Thursday, extending a 22.6% surge after Nvidia launched Ising, a new AI model family for quantum computing. D-Wave traded at $21.81, up from last year’s lows, and reported 2025 revenue of $24.6 million with first-quarter 2026 bookings topping $32.8 million. The company completed its $250 million Quantum Circuits acquisition in January. Market cap stood near $8.4 billion.
US Stock Market Today: S&P 500, Nasdaq Hit Record Highs as Wall Street Bets on Ceasefire, Earnings
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit new intraday highs Thursday, with the S&P 500 up 0.27% and the Nasdaq rising 0.38% by late morning. Strong earnings from major banks and tech optimism fueled gains, while oil prices climbed as traders doubted progress in Middle East talks. Jobless claims fell to 207,000, but U.S. manufacturing output slipped 0.1% in March.
Intel Launches Lower-Cost 18A PC Chips as Analysts Lift Targets Ahead of Earnings
Intel launched its Core Series 3 mobile processors Thursday, bringing its 18A chipmaking process to mainstream laptops and edge systems. Shares rose 4.2% to $67.69 after the announcement. More than 70 device designs from partners including Acer, HP, and Samsung are expected in coming months. Wall Street raised price targets but some analysts cautioned about ongoing challenges and competition from AMD and TSMC.
IonQ Stock Extends Rally After DARPA Win and Quantum Networking Breakthrough
IonQ shares climbed 2.8% to $44.46 by midday Thursday after announcing a DARPA contract under the new HARQ program and linking two commercial quantum systems with photons. The company reported 2025 revenue of $130 million and projected up to $245 million for 2026. Peers Rigetti and D-Wave Quantum also gained after Nvidia launched new AI models for quantum calibration and error correction.
NVIDIA Corporation Deepens Robotics Push With Cadence as AI Chip Demand Holds Up
Nvidia and Cadence Design Systems announced a partnership Wednesday to combine Cadence's physics engines with Nvidia AI models for training robots in virtual environments. Nvidia shares traded at $198.95 Thursday, holding a $4.53 trillion market value, while Cadence gained 1.1%. The collaboration was unveiled at a Cadence event in Santa Clara.
Boeing Targets 26 Satellite Deliveries in 2026 With New Resolute Platform
Boeing and Millennium Space Systems unveiled the Resolute mid-class satellite platform and announced plans to deliver 26 satellites in 2026. The move follows pressure from military buyers to accelerate production and comes as Amazon agreed to buy Globalstar for $11.57 billion to compete with SpaceX’s Starlink. Boeing shares fell about 2.5% in midday New York trading.