Today: 16 May 2026

Khadija Saeed

A dedicated markets reporter, she covers stocks, macroeconomics, and major business developments with a sharp eye for detail and accuracy.

Dow Jones Price Today: Index Jumps Nearly 900 Points as Oil Tumbles on Iran Pause

Dow Jones Price Today: Index Jumps Nearly 900 Points as Oil Tumbles on Iran Pause

The Dow Jones jumped 888 points to 46,465.56 after President Trump postponed planned U.S. strikes on Iranian power plants. U.S. crude fell 8.6% to $89.80 a barrel, easing pressure on stocks and yields. Major indexes headed for their biggest daily gains since February 6. Iran denied talks with Washington, raising doubts about the rally’s durability.
23 March 2026
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US Stock Market Today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Surge as Oil Tumbles on Iran Reprieve

US Stock Market Today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Surge as Oil Tumbles on Iran Reprieve

U.S. stocks surged Monday, with the Dow up over 1,000 points and oil prices tumbling after President Trump postponed strikes on Iranian power plants. Brent crude fell 8%, easing fears of a prolonged supply shock. Travel and bank shares led gains, while the S&P 500 banking index rose 1.8%. Iran denied talks with Washington and Israeli strikes continued.
23 March 2026
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IonQ Revenue Surge Puts Quantum Stocks Back in Focus, but QTUM ETF Shows Why Hype May Be Ahead

IonQ Revenue Surge Puts Quantum Stocks Back in Focus, but QTUM ETF Shows Why Hype May Be Ahead

IonQ reported 2025 revenue of $130 million, far ahead of D-Wave’s $24.6 million and Rigetti’s $7.1 million. IonQ shares rose about 4% by midday Monday, with Rigetti and D-Wave also higher. The Defiance Quantum ETF (QTUM) gained over 2% and now holds more than $3.5 billion in assets, though its four U.S. quantum stocks make up less than 3% of the fund.
23 March 2026
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Verizon Stock Near 52-Week High as Fresh 13F Coverage Shows Split Among Institutional Investors

Verizon Stock Near 52-Week High as Fresh 13F Coverage Shows Split Among Institutional Investors

Nordea Investment Management cut its Verizon stake by 1.4 million shares in Q4 2025, while Wealth Enhancement and St. Louis Financial Planners increased holdings. Verizon shares traded near a 52-week high Monday after raising its 2026 earnings forecast and dividend. The company reported Q4 adjusted earnings of $1.09 a share and expects up to 1 million net postpaid phone additions in 2026.
23 March 2026
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American Airlines stock (AAL) rises as oil falls after Trump delays strikes on Iranian power plants

American Airlines stock (AAL) rises as oil falls after Trump delays strikes on Iranian power plants

American Airlines shares rose 3.6% to $10.81 Monday after oil prices fell when President Trump announced a five-day delay in planned U.S. strikes on Iranian power plants. The stock had touched $11.40 earlier. Other major airlines also gained over 3%. Jet fuel costs remain volatile, with analysts warning that rising prices could sharply reduce airline profits.
23 March 2026
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Ondas (ONDS) Stock Rises After 2026 Revenue Target More Than Doubles, World View Deal Expands Defense Push

Ondas (ONDS) Stock Rises After 2026 Revenue Target More Than Doubles, World View Deal Expands Defense Push

Ondas shares rose 2.6% to $10.32 Monday after the company raised its 2026 revenue target to at least $375 million and announced a $150 million deal to acquire World View Enterprises. Fourth-quarter revenue jumped 629% to $30.1 million, while net loss widened to $101 million due to an $82.2 million non-cash charge. The World View deal adds high-altitude ISR capabilities.
23 March 2026
Oklo Stock Rises After First NRC License, but Cash Burn Keeps Pressure On

Oklo Stock Rises After First NRC License, but Cash Burn Keeps Pressure On

Oklo shares rose nearly 5% Monday after the company secured its first Nuclear Regulatory Commission license and disclosed a wider 2025 net loss of $105.7 million. The stock traded at $56.59, valuing Oklo at about $16.5 billion. Oklo’s Atomic Alchemy unit also received a materials license, allowing commercial isotope sales from Idaho. Wall Street analysts trimmed price targets following the annual report.
23 March 2026
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Can Vanguard’s VTI ETF Really Turn $1,000 Into $1.39 Million? Why the Total Stock Market Fund Is Back in Focus

Can Vanguard’s VTI ETF Really Turn $1,000 Into $1.39 Million? Why the Total Stock Market Fund Is Back in Focus

Vanguard’s Total Stock Market ETF (VTI) traded at $327.69 in New York Monday, up $7.35, as Wall Street rebounded after President Trump postponed strikes on Iranian infrastructure. VTI held $586.3 billion in assets as of Feb. 28 with a 0.03% expense ratio. Despite recent declines—down 4.45% year to date—analysts highlighted long-term growth potential based on past decade averages.
23 March 2026
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GE Aerospace Stock Gets Fresh Institutional Backing as New Filings Show Wall Street Split

GE Aerospace Stock Gets Fresh Institutional Backing as New Filings Show Wall Street Split

Avior Wealth Management and Harbor Investment Advisory increased their GE Aerospace holdings in the fourth quarter, ending with shares valued at $3.56 million and $3.16 million, according to SEC filings. GE Aerospace reported 20% revenue growth and announced a $1 billion U.S. investment with 5,000 new jobs. Shares rose about 4% Monday in New York. Institutional ownership stands near 74.8%.
23 March 2026
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Nasdaq Composite Rebounds as Oil Tumbles; Merlin Gains After Index Addition

Nasdaq Composite Rebounds as Oil Tumbles; Merlin Gains After Index Addition

The Nasdaq Composite rose 1.77% to 22,033.90 Monday as oil prices plunged after President Donald Trump said U.S. strikes on Iranian power plants were postponed. Brent crude dropped nearly 10% to $101.28 a barrel. Newly listed Merlin Inc. gained after joining the index. Iranian media disputed Trump’s statement.
23 March 2026
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Boeing Stock Debate Widens as Bullish $290 Target Meets Debt, Certification Risk

Boeing Stock Debate Widens as Bullish $290 Target Meets Debt, Certification Risk

Boeing shares climbed $4.30 to $199.42 Monday as debate over the company's valuation intensified. AI models on TipRanks showed sharp disagreement, while Tigress Financial raised its 12-month target to $290. Boeing aims to boost 737 MAX output and deliver about 500 jets in 2026, but certification delays and profit recovery remain concerns. The FAA advanced 777-9 testing last week.
23 March 2026
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Microsoft Stock Selloff Sparks Fresh Buy Calls, but AI Spending Risks Linger

Microsoft Stock Selloff Sparks Fresh Buy Calls, but AI Spending Risks Linger

Microsoft shares rose 1% to $385.71 in early New York trading Monday after bullish analyst commentary, despite ongoing concerns over the payoff from its heavy AI spending. Morningstar and Evercore set price targets near $600, while some analysts warned margin pressure could persist through 2026. Microsoft’s contracted cloud backlog more than doubled to $625 billion last quarter. Investors remain cautious amid inflation and rising yields.
23 March 2026
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Trump’s Iran Pause Sparks Stock Rally, but Wall Street’s TACO Trade May Be Over

Trump’s Iran Pause Sparks Stock Rally, but Wall Street’s TACO Trade May Be Over

President Trump postponed planned strikes on Iranian energy sites for five days after talks with Tehran, triggering a stock rally and sharp drop in oil prices Monday. Brent crude fell as much as 15% to $96 a barrel, while Dow futures rose 1.42%. The Strait of Hormuz remains closed to normal shipping, with global oil supply down by at least 12 million barrels a day, according to Reuters.
23 March 2026
Super Micro Stock Price Today: SMCI Slips Again as Export-Control Case Spurs Downgrades

Super Micro Stock Price Today: SMCI Slips Again as Export-Control Case Spurs Downgrades

Super Micro Computer shares fell further Monday after a 33% drop Friday, following an export-control indictment naming three former associates. Federal prosecutors allege $2.5 billion in U.S.-made AI servers were illegally routed to China. The company placed two executives on leave, cut ties with a contractor, and named DeAnna Luna acting chief compliance officer. Analysts downgraded the stock and warned of possible business fallout.
23 March 2026
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Oil Prices Tumble, Dow Futures Jump After Trump Delays Iran Energy Strikes

Oil Prices Tumble, Dow Futures Jump After Trump Delays Iran Energy Strikes

NASA is considering expanding SpaceX Starship’s role in Artemis moon missions, potentially reducing Boeing’s involvement, Bloomberg reported. The agency has already dropped Boeing’s upgraded upper stage and Mobile Launcher 2, affecting a $2 billion contract. Artemis II, the first crewed SLS flight, is targeting an April 1 launch. Boeing shares fell $6.01 to $195.12 before Monday’s open.
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Stock Market Today

  • Rogers Warns on Stocks with 50x P/E Ratios and No Dividends Amid High Risks
    May 16, 2026, 6:15 AM EDT. Wolf Report analyst criticizes stocks trading at extremely high price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios of 50 times or more without offering dividend yields. He highlights significant risks associated with such valuations, especially in European and Scandinavian markets. The analyst, who owns shares of some mentioned stocks, advises investors to conduct thorough due diligence and consult tax professionals due to withholding tax complexities in international investments. He cautions against short-term and options trading for less experienced investors due to elevated risks. This perspective underscores concerns over market exuberance and the importance of risk awareness when investing in high P/E, non-dividend-paying stocks.

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Markets Drop Fed Rate Cut Bets for 2026

Markets Drop Fed Rate Cut Bets for 2026

16 May 2026
Prediction-market odds for no Federal Reserve rate cuts in 2026 jumped to 69% on Polymarket and 68% on Kalshi. U.S. stocks fell over 1% Friday as oil prices and Treasury yields climbed, pressuring technology shares. CME FedWatch now shows a 60% chance of higher rates by January. Near-term markets still expect no change at the June Fed meeting.
Stocks Fall Friday as Traders Watch for Next Shoe to Drop

Stocks Fall Friday as Traders Watch for Next Shoe to Drop

16 May 2026
The S&P 500 fell 1.24% to 7,408.50 Friday as inflation concerns hit U.S. stocks, with chip shares leading declines and Treasury yields climbing. Consumer prices rose 3.8% in April, the largest annual gain since May 2023, while oil prices surged over 3% on renewed Strait of Hormuz worries. Prediction markets show a 98% chance the Fed will hold rates steady at its June meeting.
Wall Street Focuses on Key Event as U.S. Stocks Slip This Week

Wall Street Focuses on Key Event as U.S. Stocks Slip This Week

16 May 2026
U.S. stocks fell Friday, with the S&P 500 down 1.2% and the Nasdaq off 1.5%, as the 10-year Treasury yield climbed to 4.597% and Brent crude hit $109 a barrel. Prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket both showed about a 70% chance of no Fed rate cuts in 2026. Investors shifted focus to inflation risks and the bond market after recent AI-driven gains.
Stocks take a breather after oil spike, Nvidia in focus

Stocks take a breather after oil spike, Nvidia in focus

16 May 2026
U.S. stocks fell Friday as rising oil prices and Treasury yields ended Wall Street’s AI-driven rally, with the S&P 500 dropping 1.24% and the Nasdaq down 1.54%. The S&P 500 still posted a 0.1% weekly gain, but the Russell 2000 slid 2.4%. April consumer prices rose 0.6%, the largest annual gain since May 2023. Investors now see a 60% chance of a Fed rate hike by January.
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