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Tesla stock ends at $411 as Musk’s 100GW solar push and China AI report set up Monday trade
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8 February 2026
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Tesla stock ends at $411 as Musk’s 100GW solar push and China AI report set up Monday trade

Tesla shares closed up 3.5% Friday at $411.11, trimming a weekly loss to 4.5%. A job posting showed Tesla aims to build 100GW of U.S. solar manufacturing by end-2028. Chinese media reported Tesla is running an AI training center in China focused on assisted driving. Shares were little changed after hours.
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Broadcom stock price jumps 7% on AI spending talk — what AVGO investors watch before Monday
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Broadcom stock price jumps 7% on AI spending talk — what AVGO investors watch before Monday

Broadcom shares closed Friday at $332.92, up 7.1% after chip stocks rallied on renewed optimism over AI data-center spending. The stock swung between $313.26 and $334.90 during the session. The next major event is Broadcom’s earnings report on March 4. Renault said it will appeal a German court ruling favoring Broadcom in a patent dispute over ethernet technology.
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Amazon stock price hit by $200 billion AI spending plan — what AMZN investors watch next

Amazon stock price hit by $200 billion AI spending plan — what AMZN investors watch next

Amazon shares fell 5.6% to $210.32 Friday after the company projected $200 billion in capital spending for 2026, up sharply from 2025. The drop came as investors questioned how quickly AI investments would pay off. Broader indexes rose, with the Dow closing above 50,000 and chip stocks rallying on AI demand. Markets await U.S. jobs and inflation data next week.
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Saudi Aramco stock slips at the close — why 2222 shares face a fresh oil test this week

Saudi Aramco stock slips at the close — why 2222 shares face a fresh oil test this week

Saudi Aramco shares closed down 0.39% at 25.50 riyals Sunday, as the Saudi market rose 0.3% on easing geopolitical tensions. Aramco set its March official selling price for Arab Light crude to Asia at parity with Oman/Dubai, down from a $0.30 premium. Brent crude ended last week at $68.05 a barrel. Iran said Sunday it would not accept a nuclear deal banning uranium enrichment on its soil.
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Nvidia stock jumps nearly 8% on AI spending race — what to watch before Monday

Nvidia stock jumps nearly 8% on AI spending race — what to watch before Monday

Nvidia shares jumped 7.9% to $185.41 Friday, leading a rally in chip stocks after Amazon announced a $200 billion capex plan for 2026. The PHLX semiconductor index rose 5.7%, with AMD up 8.3% and Broadcom gaining 7.1%. Nvidia reports quarterly results Feb. 25. CEO Jensen Huang said AI demand is “going through the roof.”
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Bitcoin price steadies above $70,000 as Trump-era crypto rally fades — and true believers won’t budge

Bitcoin price steadies above $70,000 as Trump-era crypto rally fades — and true believers won’t budge

Bitcoin traded near $71,287 Sunday after a volatile week that saw prices dip below $60,000, erasing gains since Trump’s 2024 re-election. Congress passed new stablecoin rules as the White House pushes crypto policy. Analysts cited reduced liquidity and leverage as drivers of sharp swings. U.S. stocks rebounded Friday, lifting bitcoin and crypto-linked shares.
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Microsoft stock hovers near $400 as AI spending nerves meet a big data week

Microsoft stock hovers near $400 as AI spending nerves meet a big data week

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8 February 2026
Microsoft closed Friday up 1.9% at $401.14, near the $400 mark after a turbulent week for tech stocks. Investors are weighing the impact of a $600 billion AI spending push on profits, while upcoming U.S. jobs and inflation data may affect rate expectations and tech valuations. Analyst Brad Reback downgraded Microsoft to “hold,” citing competition and margin concerns.
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Roivant Sciences stock rockets after brepocitinib Phase 2 win — what ROIV investors watch next

Roivant Sciences stock rockets after brepocitinib Phase 2 win — what ROIV investors watch next

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8 February 2026
Roivant Sciences shares surged 22% to $25.82 Friday after the company reported positive Phase 2 data for brepocitinib in cutaneous sarcoidosis and filed for U.S. approval in dermatomyositis. Trading volume exceeded 24 million shares. Roivant posted a quarterly loss of $313.7 million on $2 million in revenue, with $4.5 billion in cash and equivalents.
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Applied Digital stock surges 25% to $34.95 — what APLD investors are watching next week

Applied Digital stock surges 25% to $34.95 — what APLD investors are watching next week

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8 February 2026
Applied Digital shares surged 25.5% to $34.95 Friday, with 44.7 million shares traded after a volatile session. The move followed renewed interest in AI-linked infrastructure stocks and outpaced gains in peers like Core Scientific and Digital Realty. The company recently reported $126.6 million in quarterly revenue and signed major data center leases with hyperscale clients.
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Archer Aviation stock jumps 12% into the weekend as small caps lead — what to watch next

Archer Aviation stock jumps 12% into the weekend as small caps lead — what to watch next

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8 February 2026
Archer Aviation shares jumped 12.5% to $7.30 Friday, with 50.5 million shares traded as small-cap stocks rallied and tech lagged. ARK Investment Management disclosed a 5.4% stake in Archer on Feb. 3. The company, which has not posted revenue, remains sensitive to sentiment and funding risks. Traders await U.S. jobs data Feb. 11 and inflation data Feb. 13.
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Big Tech’s $630B AI data-center spending surge is squeezing chips, electricians — and investor patience

Big Tech’s $630B AI data-center spending surge is squeezing chips, electricians — and investor patience

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8 February 2026
Amazon shares fell 9% Friday after announcing a $200 billion capital spending plan for 2026. Alphabet and Meta also outlined record capex, raising concerns about free cash flow and forcing potential cuts to buybacks or increased borrowing. Investors punished several tech stocks, including Amazon, Alphabet, Meta, ServiceNow, and Salesforce, while Nvidia rose. The surge in AI infrastructure spending is straining supply chains and power capacity.
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New MEXC safety review puts proof-of-reserves and withdrawal locks in the spotlight

New MEXC safety review puts proof-of-reserves and withdrawal locks in the spotlight

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8 February 2026
A security review published Sunday highlighted MEXC’s use of withdrawal locks, two-factor authentication, and an account-freeze tool to counter account takeovers. MEXC restricts service in the U.S., Singapore, and other major markets. The company’s guides detail whitelist-based withdrawal controls and anti-phishing codes. Proof-of-reserves reports, often cited by exchanges, may not reveal all risks, according to U.S. audit authorities.
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AMD stock jumped Friday on AI-spending signals — here’s what to watch before Monday’s open

AMD stock jumped Friday on AI-spending signals — here’s what to watch before Monday’s open

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8 February 2026
AMD shares jumped 8.2% to $208.44 Friday, leading a rally in chip stocks after Amazon and Alphabet signaled higher data-center spending. Nvidia gained 7.8%, Broadcom rose 7.1%, and the PHLX semiconductor index climbed 5.7%. The sector’s rebound followed a midweek drop after AMD’s revenue forecast disappointed. U.S. jobs and inflation data next week could sway markets further.
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Apple stock heads into Monday with iPhone price question back on the table

Apple stock heads into Monday with iPhone price question back on the table

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8 February 2026
Apple closed at $275.97 Friday, last indicated up 0.8% at $278.12. A global memory-chip shortage is raising questions about whether Apple will hike iPhone prices or absorb higher costs. CEO Tim Cook warned of rising chip prices but gave no details on Apple’s response. Traders are watching upcoming U.S. payrolls and inflation data that could affect rate-cut expectations.
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Strategy Inc (MSTR) stock rebounds 26% as bitcoin steadies near $71,000 — what traders watch next

Strategy Inc (MSTR) stock rebounds 26% as bitcoin steadies near $71,000 — what traders watch next

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8 February 2026
Strategy Inc shares jumped 26.1% Friday to $134.93, recovering from a 17.1% drop the day before as bitcoin rebounded above $70,000. The company holds 713,502 bitcoins, bought at an average of $76,052 each. Bitcoin traded near $70,864 early Sunday after swinging from $60,018 to over $70,000 on Friday. Options markets showed heavy demand for downside protection ahead of the Feb. 27 expiry.
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American Airlines stock: pilots, oil and U.S. data in focus for AAL ahead of Monday

American Airlines stock: pilots, oil and U.S. data in focus for AAL ahead of Monday

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8 February 2026
American Airlines shares jumped 7.6% to $15.24 Friday as airline stocks rallied and the Dow closed above 50,000 for the first time. CEO Robert Isom agreed to meet pilots’ union leaders after recent storm disruptions and labor tensions. Oil prices rose on Middle East supply fears. American warned the January storm could cut Q1 revenue by up to $200 million.
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Robinhood stock jumps 14% on bitcoin bounce, putting HOOD in focus ahead of earnings

Robinhood stock jumps 14% on bitcoin bounce, putting HOOD in focus ahead of earnings

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8 February 2026
Robinhood shares jumped nearly 14% Friday to $82.82, rebounding after a three-day slide as bitcoin climbed above $70,000. Truist Securities lowered its price target on Robinhood to $130 but kept a Buy rating. Investors await the company’s earnings report on Feb. 10 for updates on trading demand and crypto exposure. Coinbase also gained as U.S. stocks posted strong gains.
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Alphabet stock sinks on AI spending fears — what to watch for Google shares next week

Alphabet stock sinks on AI spending fears — what to watch for Google shares next week

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8 February 2026
Alphabet shares fell 2.5% to $322.86 Friday, lagging a broader tech rally as investors reacted to reports the company may double AI infrastructure spending this year. The Dow closed above 50,000 for the first time. Wall Street is shifting focus from AI demos to cash flow, putting pressure on Big Tech. Key U.S. jobs and inflation data are expected this week.
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Palantir stock rebounds into the weekend — what could move PLTR next week

Palantir stock rebounds into the weekend — what could move PLTR next week

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8 February 2026
Palantir shares closed up 4.5% at $135.90 on Friday after a volatile week, rebounding from earlier double-digit losses. The stock swung sharply following its quarterly report, which showed Q4 revenue up 70% to $1.41 billion and a 2026 forecast of up to $7.2 billion. Director Alexander D. Moore sold 20,000 shares on Feb. 2, SEC filings show. UK officials are calling for a pause on Palantir’s NHS and defense contracts.
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Kenvue stock price holds near $18 as KVUE heads into a dividend date and Feb. 17 results

Kenvue stock price holds near $18 as KVUE heads into a dividend date and Feb. 17 results

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8 February 2026
Kenvue shares closed at $18.13 on Friday, about $1 below the implied $19.15 value of Kimberly-Clark’s pending cash-and-stock takeover. Shareholders of both companies overwhelmingly approved the deal, which is expected to close in the second half of 2026 pending regulatory review. Kenvue will report earnings on Feb. 17 without a conference call. The board declared a $0.2075 dividend, payable Feb. 25.
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Bitmine Immersion Technologies stock jumps 18% into weekend as crypto steadies — what to watch Monday

Bitmine Immersion Technologies stock jumps 18% into weekend as crypto steadies — what to watch Monday

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8 February 2026
Bitmine Immersion Technologies shares jumped 17.6% to $20.47 Friday, rebounding after four days of losses. Bitcoin and ether both surged over 10%, but demand for downside protection in crypto options remained high. Bitmine’s stock tracked crypto moves closely, reflecting its large ether and bitcoin holdings. About 74 million Bitmine shares traded in a session that saw the stock swing between $18.70 and $20.70.
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