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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.

Google stock (GOOG) rises after-hours on Apple’s Gemini-Siri deal as earnings near

Google stock (GOOG) rises after-hours on Apple’s Gemini-Siri deal as earnings near

New York, Jan 13, 2026, 16:16 EST — After-hours Alphabet Inc’s Class C shares (GOOG) jumped roughly 1.1% in after-hours action Tuesday, hitting $336.38 following a $332.73 close. The late surge followed news that Apple plans to integrate Google’s Gemini models into a revamped Siri and other AI features later this year under a multi-year deal. This marks a win…
13 January 2026
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Nvidia stock stays flat after China tightens H200 chip approvals; Eli Lilly $1B AI lab grabs attention

Nvidia stock stays flat after China tightens H200 chip approvals; Eli Lilly $1B AI lab grabs attention

New York, January 13, 2026, 4:03 PM ET — After-hours NVIDIA Corporation shares (NVDA) barely moved Tuesday following a report that China is restricting approvals for buying the company’s H200 AI chips. The stock last dipped 0.04% to $184.87 shortly after the close, after bouncing between $183.45 and $188.08. (Reuters) The China headlines are key because the H200 — a…
13 January 2026
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Apple stock slips after-hours as Creator Studio launch and Google Gemini tie-up reset the AI pitch

Apple stock slips after-hours as Creator Studio launch and Google Gemini tie-up reset the AI pitch

New York, Jan 13, 2026, 4:04 PM EST — After-hours Apple (AAPL.O) shares dipped Tuesday following the launch of “Apple Creator Studio,” a new subscription bundle that combines creative software with fresh AI features across its apps. The move marks a ramp-up in the company’s push into paid services. (Reuters) The stock last dipped 0.25% to $259.61, moving within a…
13 January 2026
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AMD stock jumps 7% after KeyBanc upgrade flags tight server chip supply

AMD stock jumps 7% after KeyBanc upgrade flags tight server chip supply

New York, Jan 13, 2026, 4:03 PM EST — After-hours Shares of Advanced Micro Devices rose roughly 7% Tuesday, defying a weaker overall market. The jump came after KeyBanc upgraded the chipmaker, citing evidence that demand for data-center processors is outpacing supply. This call is crucial as investors scramble to define what “AI infrastructure” spending will actually entail in 2026,…
13 January 2026
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Tesla stock slips after SEC filing on top exec pay; Wall Street parses inflation

Tesla stock slips after SEC filing on top exec pay; Wall Street parses inflation

New York, Jan 13, 2026, 16:03 EST — After-hours. Tesla shares dipped Tuesday after a new insider filing surfaced and an analyst issued a cautious outlook for 2026. Inflation figures kept hopes alive for rate cuts, supporting some appetite for growth stocks. (Tesla Investor Relations) The electric-vehicle maker’s shares slipped roughly 0.4% to close at $447.31, falling from Monday’s $448.96,…
13 January 2026
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IBM stock drops 3% even after BofA lifts target — what to watch before earnings

IBM stock drops 3% even after BofA lifts target — what to watch before earnings

New York, January 13, 2026, 15:44 EST — Regular session International Business Machines Corp shares slid about 3% on Tuesday, extending a pullback from last week’s levels as investors weighed fresh analyst caution and a risk-off turn across U.S. stocks. The move matters because IBM is coming off a strong 2025, and the bar for guidance has moved up with…
13 January 2026
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Disney stock slips even after new “Accumulate” call sets $130 target

Disney stock slips even after new “Accumulate” call sets $130 target

New York, Jan 13, 2026, 15:42 EST — Regular session Walt Disney shares slipped 0.4% in afternoon trading Tuesday, despite Phillip Securities kicking off coverage with an Accumulate rating and a $130 price target. (Tipranks) Timing is key. Investors spent the morning adjusting their rate expectations after U.S. inflation data revealed a 0.3% rise in consumer prices for December and…
13 January 2026
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Oklo stock slides in late trade as Meta nuclear deal meets insider selling and long timelines

Oklo stock slides in late trade as Meta nuclear deal meets insider selling and long timelines

New York, January 13, 2026, 3:27 PM ET — Regular session Oklo Inc. shares (OKLO) were down 3.3% at $99.10 in late afternoon trading on Tuesday, after swinging from an intraday high of $107.55 to a low of $98.04. The stock closed at $102.50 in the prior session. The pullback comes as nuclear-linked stocks stay headline-driven, with Big Tech hunting…
13 January 2026
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EchoStar stock slips as Crown Castle terminates DISH deal, raising fresh $3.5 billion overhang

EchoStar stock slips as Crown Castle terminates DISH deal, raising fresh $3.5 billion overhang

New York, Jan 13, 2026, 15:31 EST — Regular session Shares of EchoStar Corp slipped 2.6% to $122.79 in Tuesday afternoon trading. The drop came after Crown Castle announced it had ended its wireless infrastructure deal with EchoStar’s DISH Wireless unit due to a payment default. (GlobeNewswire) The dispute comes at a tricky time for EchoStar. The company is in…
13 January 2026
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KLA (KLAC) stock climbs after TD Cowen upgrade and $1,800 target

KLA (KLAC) stock climbs after TD Cowen upgrade and $1,800 target

New York, Jan 13, 2026, 15:35 EST — Regular session Shares of KLA Corp rose about 1.3% on Tuesday after TD Cowen upgraded the chip equipment maker to “buy” and sharply raised its price target. The stock was at $1,446.61 after touching an intraday high of $1,489.99. The move came against a softer tape. The S&P 500 tracker SPY and…
13 January 2026
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Vistra stock in focus as VST prices $2.25 billion notes; analysts cite Meta nuclear deal

Vistra stock in focus as VST prices $2.25 billion notes; analysts cite Meta nuclear deal

New York, Jan 13, 2026, 15:24 (EST) — Regular session Shares of Vistra Corp (VST.N) nudged up 0.2% to $172.95 on Tuesday, following the announcement that the power producer priced $2.25 billion in senior secured notes. The move aims to back its planned acquisition of Cogentrix. Vistra’s stock fluctuated between $170.85 and $177.76 during the session. The newly issued notes,…
13 January 2026
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Verizon stock slides after FCC loosens phone-unlocking rule as fraud fight takes center stage

Verizon stock slides after FCC loosens phone-unlocking rule as fraud fight takes center stage

NEW YORK, January 13, 2026, 15:19 ET — Regular session Shares of Verizon Communications Inc dropped roughly 2.5% to $38.86 in Tuesday’s afternoon session after U.S. regulators scrapped a rule requiring the carrier to unlock phones 60 days post-activation. Verizon told the Federal Communications Commission that the policy drove significant fraud and cost the company hundreds of millions, with about…
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Stock Market Today

  • Top 2 Vanguard ETFs to Buy During a 2026 Market Crash
    February 2, 2026, 3:48 PM EST. With recession fears mounting, experts highlight two Vanguard ETFs as strategic buys if the stock market crashes in 2026. The Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (VTI) offers broad diversification across 3,512 stocks, spanning various industries and company sizes, reducing volatility risks. Since 2001, VTI has delivered nearly 500% returns despite past downturns. The Vanguard Information Technology ETF (VGT), holding 320 tech sector stocks, often dips sharply in downturns, providing opportunities to buy high-value tech shares at discounts. VGT has surged approximately 1,500% since inception, underscoring tech's long-term growth potential. These ETFs combine diversification and growth prospects, positioning investors to manage risk while building wealth amid uncertainties.
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