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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.

ServiceNow stock climbs as OpenAI tie-up keeps AI agents in focus ahead of earnings

ServiceNow stock climbs as OpenAI tie-up keeps AI agents in focus ahead of earnings

ServiceNow shares rose 1.8% to $127.54 Thursday, recovering some ground after five straight days of losses. The company this week announced a three-year partnership with OpenAI, including direct integration of OpenAI models and new AI agent features. Analysts remain cautious ahead of Jan. 28 earnings, watching subscription trends and cRPO for signs of AI-driven growth.
22 January 2026
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OVO Energy faces £2.7m payout after Warm Home Discount delay — what vulnerable customers get now

OVO Energy faces £2.7m payout after Warm Home Discount delay — what vulnerable customers get now

Ofgem ordered OVO Energy to pay £2,765,200 in compensation after 11,646 customers received Warm Home Discount rebates more than 19 months late. Medically vulnerable customers will get an extra £150, and some prepayment meter users qualify for further payments. Ofgem said OVO missed the deadline due to an internal error. OVO apologised and said affected customers have now received compensation.
22 January 2026
FedEx stock gets fresh Argus ‘Strong Buy’ as analysts spar over freight spin-off

FedEx stock gets fresh Argus ‘Strong Buy’ as analysts spar over freight spin-off

Argus upgraded FedEx to “strong-buy” and raised its price target to $350, sending shares up 1.2% to $310.72 in New York on Thursday. Wolfe Research also lifted its target to $355 after reviewing the FedEx Freight spin-off filing, while Rothschild Redburn downgraded the stock to neutral. FedEx plans to spin off its freight unit by June 2026. Analyst price targets now range from $210 to $360.
22 January 2026
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Morgan Stanley stock rises as Wall Street’s tariff-relief rally rolls on, Fed meeting ahead

Morgan Stanley stock rises as Wall Street’s tariff-relief rally rolls on, Fed meeting ahead

Morgan Stanley shares rose 1.2% to close at $185.51 Thursday, tracking gains across major U.S. banks as tariff concerns eased and new economic data showed third-quarter GDP growth at 4.4%. Investors focused on the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting and possible changes to consumer credit policy. SpaceX is reportedly considering Morgan Stanley among banks for a potential $25 billion IPO.
22 January 2026
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FTAI Aviation stock swings on CFM56 parts deal — what traders watch next

FTAI Aviation stock swings on CFM56 parts deal — what traders watch next

FTAI Aviation shares rose 1% to $289.84 by early afternoon Thursday after announcing a multi-year materials deal with CFM International for CFM56 engine parts and repairs. The stock hit an intraday high of $308 before retreating. Financial terms were not disclosed. FTAI reports fourth-quarter results Feb. 25, with a conference call set for Feb. 26.
22 January 2026
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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Stock Market Today

  • US Stock Market Update April 5, 2026: Energy Disruption, Bank Stocks, and Market Signals
    April 5, 2026, 5:14 PM EDT. US stocks entered correction territory amid the Iran war and closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a passage handling 20% of global oil demand, triggering historic energy supply disruption and pushing gas prices higher. Analysts warn oil shocks often lead to significant market downturns, raising concerns of a broader crash under President Trump's administration. Barclays and Lloyds banks showed gains, with Barclays outperforming due to diversified operations but carrying more risk and volatility. Barclays trades at a lower forward P/E (7.75) versus Lloyds (9.95), but Lloyds offers a higher dividend yield. Analyst Andrew McElroy flagged technical signals in the S&P 500 pointing to shifts beyond chart patterns, suggesting traders stay alert amid changing market dynamics.
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