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Khadija Saeed

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

Goldman Sachs stock rises as a $16 billion debt deal lands and IPO chatter builds

Goldman Sachs stock rises as a $16 billion debt deal lands and IPO chatter builds

Goldman Sachs shares rose 1.8% to $969.88 in midday New York trading Thursday, leading gains among major U.S. banks after President Trump eased tariff threats on Europe. The move followed a $16 billion debt issuance by Goldman and an internal reshuffle naming Ben Frost chairman of investment banking. SpaceX reportedly contacted Goldman and other banks about roles for a possible IPO, but no decisions were disclosed.
22 January 2026
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Bank of America stock climbs as 10% credit-card cap talk hits Wall Street

Bank of America stock climbs as 10% credit-card cap talk hits Wall Street

Bank of America shares rose about 2% to $53.09 Thursday after reports the bank and Citigroup may launch credit cards with a 10% interest-rate cap. The White House and Trump have called for a one-year 10% cap, drawing criticism from bank executives. Investors are watching Congress and the Fed’s Jan. 27–28 meeting for further signals. Citigroup, Wells Fargo, and JPMorgan shares also gained.
22 January 2026
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Intuit stock (INTU) rebounds 3% after slide as Morgan Stanley flags TurboTax, QuickBooks growth runway

Intuit stock (INTU) rebounds 3% after slide as Morgan Stanley flags TurboTax, QuickBooks growth runway

Intuit shares rose 3.3% to $542.10 by midday Thursday, rebounding from recent lows as traders focused on tax-season demand and upcoming earnings. Morgan Stanley cited a “credible path to 20% growth” driven by mid-market accounting and assisted tax expansion. The S&P 500 ETF gained 0.8%, while the Nasdaq-100 rose 0.9%. Wells Fargo recently downgraded Intuit and cut its price target to $700.
22 January 2026
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Mastercard stock dips as rate-cap talk returns and investors brace for earnings

Mastercard stock dips as rate-cap talk returns and investors brace for earnings

Mastercard shares fell about 0.5% to $525.03 by midday Thursday, lagging the broader market as political pressure on credit-card rates and swipe fees intensified ahead of its Jan. 29 earnings. President Trump renewed calls to cap card interest rates at 10% for a year, rattling card-related stocks. Visa shares were flat, while American Express rose over 2%. Merchant groups continued to oppose a proposed swipe fee settlement.
22 January 2026
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MercadoLibre stock jumps nearly 4% — what traders are watching next

MercadoLibre stock jumps nearly 4% — what traders are watching next

MercadoLibre shares rose 3.9% to $2,138.17 by midday Thursday, rebounding from earlier losses as interest in Latin American fintech stocks increased. The move comes ahead of a Jan. 27 investor event in São Paulo and provisional Q4 results set for Feb. 24. Investors are watching Brazil’s PicPay IPO plans and new economic data from Argentina. Competition in Brazil remains intense, with MercadoLibre boosting shipping incentives.
22 January 2026
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Johnson & Johnson stock price rises today as investors weigh 2026 outlook — and talc lawsuit clock

Johnson & Johnson stock price rises today as investors weigh 2026 outlook — and talc lawsuit clock

Johnson & Johnson shares rose 1.1% to $220.36 Thursday after the company posted fourth-quarter sales of $24.564 billion and adjusted EPS of $2.46, beating forecasts. J&J projected 2026 adjusted EPS of $11.43–$11.63 and sales up to $101 billion. The company warned of a $500 million tariff hit and ongoing legal risks from talc lawsuits. Investors reacted to declining Stelara sales and competition in medical devices.
22 January 2026
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Costco stock slips from near-$1,000 as investors digest fresh SEC filing and dividend

Costco stock slips from near-$1,000 as investors digest fresh SEC filing and dividend

Costco shares fell about 1% Thursday, ending a five-day rally and pulling back from recent highs near $1,000. An SEC filing showed shareholders approved board nominees, KPMG as auditor, and executive pay, while rejecting a proposal for a greenwashing risk audit. The board declared a $1.30 quarterly dividend, payable Feb. 13 to holders as of Jan. 30. Costco’s next earnings report is scheduled for March 5.
22 January 2026
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Salesforce stock rebounds as Dow firms; Benioff’s Davos AI warning keeps CRM in focus

Salesforce stock rebounds as Dow firms; Benioff’s Davos AI warning keeps CRM in focus

Salesforce shares rose 1.7% to $225.25 Thursday, rebounding after a 3.1% drop earlier in the week. The move followed eased U.S.-Europe tariff tensions and steady economic data. CEO Marc Benioff called for stricter AI chatbot rules at Davos, while a Salesforce client, Eightfold, faces a lawsuit over alleged credit-reporting violations. Salesforce’s next earnings report is expected Feb. 25, according to MarketBeat.
22 January 2026
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Stock Market Today

  • Mixed Analyst Views Shift InterContinental Hotels Group (LSE:IHG) Investment Narrative
    March 12, 2026, 3:48 AM EDT. InterContinental Hotels Group (LSE:IHG) sees a shift in investment outlook amid mixed analyst opinions. Simply Wall St lowered its Fair Value estimate slightly from $153.14 to $146.69. Price targets vary widely, from Citi's $115 with a Sell rating to BofA's $160 with a Buy rating. UBS highlights advantages from AI integration, while Morgan Stanley notes balanced growth prospects tied to revenue per available room (RevPAR) and unit expansion. Citi remains cautious on mid-term growth despite raising its target. Peel Hunt moved to Hold from Add, reflecting less upside after recent rallies. Meanwhile, IHG proposes a 2025 final dividend of 125.9¢ and initiates a $950 million share repurchase program, signaling confidence. The mixed appraisal underscores the evolving view on IHG shares as investors weigh risks and growth factors.

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Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

Stock Market Today 12.03.2026

12 March 2026
LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: March 12, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: March 12, 2026, 3:54 AM EDT Mixed Analyst Views Shift InterContinental Hotels Group (LSE:IHG) Investment Narrative March 12, 2026, 3:48 AM EDT. InterContinental Hotels Group (LSE:IHG) sees a shift in investment outlook amid mixed analyst opinions. Simply Wall St lowered its **Fair Value** estimate slightly from $153.14 to $146.69. Price targets vary widely, from Citi's $115 with a **Sell** rating to BofA's $160 with a **Buy** rating. UBS highlights advantages from AI integration, while Morgan Stanley notes balanced growth prospects tied to revenue per available room (RevPAR) and unit expansion. Citi
XRP Price Today: Ripple’s Australia License Push Keeps XRP Near $1.40

XRP Price Today: Ripple’s Australia License Push Keeps XRP Near $1.40

11 March 2026
XRP traded near $1.40, down 1.4% Wednesday, after Ripple announced plans to acquire BC Payments Australia to secure an Australian Financial Services Licence. The move comes as Australia tightens licensing rules for digital-asset firms. Broader crypto markets remained cautious amid concerns over oil prices, Iran, and U.S. inflation. Ripple’s deal is pending completion.
Natural Gas Price Today: Europe Gas Holds Firm as Brussels Weighs Cap After Qatar Shock

Natural Gas Price Today: Europe Gas Holds Firm as Brussels Weighs Cap After Qatar Shock

11 March 2026
European natural gas prices held near 48 euros per megawatt hour Wednesday as Shell declared force majeure on Qatari LNG cargoes, with disruptions expected to hit from April. Asia is bidding up for replacement fuel, while Brussels considers subsidies or a price cap. LNG Canada increased shipments, but analysts warn Europe’s gas storage could end March far below average if Qatari supply issues persist.
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