Today: 15 March 2026
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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.

Blackstone stock (BX) closes higher — what to watch after Trump’s housing push and a Barclays call

Blackstone stock (BX) closes higher — what to watch after Trump’s housing push and a Barclays call

Blackstone shares rose 1.49% to $157.62 Friday, outpacing the S&P 500’s 0.65% gain. Barclays cut its price target to $171 but kept an Equal Weight rating. President Trump ordered Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to buy $200 billion in mortgage-backed securities to lower rates. Mortgage rates have fallen to about 6.2% from nearly 8% earlier in 2024.
11 January 2026
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Airbus SE stock faces a Monday test: what to know before the next session

Airbus SE stock faces a Monday test: what to know before the next session

Airbus shares closed at 215.10 euros on Friday, down 0.05%, as investors awaited the company’s audited 2025 orders and deliveries report due Jan. 12. Industry sources told Reuters Airbus delivered 793 aircraft last year, topping its revised target after supplier issues. The stock has gained about 8% year to date. Airbus declined to comment ahead of the official release.
11 January 2026
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Sensex’s five-day slide puts 12 BSE 100 stocks in a rare losing streak as VIX drops

Sensex’s five-day slide puts 12 BSE 100 stocks in a rare losing streak as VIX drops

Twelve BSE 100 stocks fell every session for the week ending Jan. 9, with Suzlon Energy down 9%. The Sensex lost 2.55% in its sharpest weekly drop in over three months, led by oil, gas, and mid-cap declines. The U.S. dollar rose after jobs data, while Fed funds futures showed a 95% chance rates stay steady this month. The Supreme Court delayed a decision on Trump-era tariffs as refund concerns grew.
11 January 2026
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Lyon drivers face Fourviere tunnel shutdowns this week — what closes and when

Lyon drivers face Fourviere tunnel shutdowns this week — what closes and when

Lyon’s Fourvière tunnel and major motorway sections will close overnight next week for maintenance, with detours in place and delays expected. The A7 south of Lyon loses a lane for viaduct repairs until May, affecting 150,000 vehicles daily. The city’s main coach station moves from Perrache to Gerland on Jan. 12 due to renovation work. Authorities warn closures may cause congestion beyond scheduled hours.
11 January 2026
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Disney stock on Monday watch: Iger’s China meeting, CES ad tools and a Jan. 15 dividend

Disney stock on Monday watch: Iger’s China meeting, CES ad tools and a Jan. 15 dividend

Disney shares rose 1.5% to $115.88 after CEO Bob Iger met China’s Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang, who urged more Disney investment in China. The company showcased new AI-powered ad tools at CES in Las Vegas. Disney’s Experiences segment faces cost pressures, with a $1.8 billion cruise ship overhaul delayed to March 2026. Shares closed about 7% below their 52-week high on lower-than-average volume.
11 January 2026
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Citigroup stock faces Trump’s 10% credit-card rate cap as Citi earnings near

Citigroup stock faces Trump’s 10% credit-card rate cap as Citi earnings near

Citi shares closed Friday up 0.6% at $121.32 after President Trump proposed a one-year 10% cap on credit-card interest rates starting Jan. 20. Citi will report fourth-quarter earnings Jan. 14, following inflation data due the day before. The proposed cap is far below the current average card rate of 19.65%. Bank stocks, including Citi, are trading at their highest valuations since 2008.
11 January 2026
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AppLovin stock jumps on Benchmark “top idea” call — what to watch for APP this week

AppLovin stock jumps on Benchmark “top idea” call — what to watch for APP this week

AppLovin shares jumped 5% to $647.72 Friday after Benchmark analyst Mike Hickey named it his 2026 EDM Top Idea and reaffirmed a $775 price target. The stock traded between $612.65 and $649.51 on volume of 3.6 million shares. AppLovin ended 2025 up 108% after selling its gaming unit to Tripledot Studios. The company faces an SEC probe into data practices and reports Q4 earnings Feb. 11.
11 January 2026
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McDonald’s stock heads into CPI week after Friday dip — what’s next for MCD

McDonald’s stock heads into CPI week after Friday dip — what’s next for MCD

McDonald’s shares closed at $307.32 on Friday, down 0.51%, trailing gains in other major restaurant stocks. About 3 million shares changed hands ahead of key U.S. inflation and retail sales reports next week. The company is testing new menu items in the UK and Ireland, including a “Big Arch” burger and a “secret menu.” Investors remain focused on foot traffic and pricing power as inflation data looms.
11 January 2026
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Shopify stock set for Monday test after Google AI shopping protocol reveal

Shopify stock set for Monday test after Google AI shopping protocol reveal

Shopify and Google announced a new “Universal Commerce Protocol” on Sunday, enabling AI agents to complete purchases inside chat tools like Google Search’s AI Mode and Gemini. Shopify shares closed down 2.26% at $164.48 on Friday, despite the S&P 500 hitting a record high. Google CEO Sundar Pichai said the protocol is open and backed by major retailers. Traders await Monday’s open and U.S. inflation data on Tuesday.
11 January 2026
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Reliance Industries stock set for Monday test after Ambani’s ₹7 trillion Gujarat pledge, Jio AI push

Reliance Industries stock set for Monday test after Ambani’s ₹7 trillion Gujarat pledge, Jio AI push

Mukesh Ambani pledged ₹7 trillion investment in Gujarat over five years, focusing on clean energy and an AI-ready data centre in Jamnagar. Reliance shares closed Friday at ₹1,475.30, up 0.3% for the day but down 6% year-to-date. Investors await Reliance’s quarterly earnings on Jan. 16. The stock saw its steepest weekly drop since October 2024 last week, falling 7.4% amid tariff and crude supply concerns.
11 January 2026
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T-Mobile stock: TMUS eyes $2 billion bond sale as FCC Supreme Court fight and plan pricing loom

T-Mobile stock: TMUS eyes $2 billion bond sale as FCC Supreme Court fight and plan pricing loom

T-Mobile US shares closed up 1.3% at $200.56 after its unit announced a $2 billion senior notes offering to refinance debt. The company launches a new “Better Value” plan Jan. 14 at $140 for three lines. The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a challenge to FCC fines, including an $80 million penalty against T-Mobile. Investors await T-Mobile’s earnings and capital markets update on Feb. 11.
11 January 2026
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China Mobile Limited Class A stock (600941) on watch: AI “infrastructure edge” talk meets China data week

China Mobile Limited Class A stock (600941) on watch: AI “infrastructure edge” talk meets China data week

China Mobile’s Class A shares closed flat at 100.12 yuan in Shanghai Monday. Weekend remarks from Chinese AI experts highlighted China’s edge in electricity and network infrastructure, drawing investor focus to telecom stocks. Key December trade and credit data are due later this week. China reported 4.83 million 5G base stations and 1.19 billion 5G users by November.
11 January 2026
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Thermo Fisher stock rises as Stifel lifts target; JPM conference and Jan. 29 earnings in focus

Thermo Fisher stock rises as Stifel lifts target; JPM conference and Jan. 29 earnings in focus

Thermo Fisher Scientific shares rose 2.04% to $618.86 Friday after Stifel raised its price target to $700 and reiterated a buy rating. CEO Marc Casper will present at the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference on Jan. 13. The company plans to close its Asheville, North Carolina site by the end of 2026, affecting up to 421 jobs. Investors await quarterly results due Jan. 29.
11 January 2026
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RBC stock: What to know before markets reopen after Canada’s jobs report

RBC stock: What to know before markets reopen after Canada’s jobs report

Canada’s unemployment rate rose to 6.8% in December, despite 8,200 new jobs, Statistics Canada said Friday. Royal Bank of Canada shares closed up 0.2% in Toronto at C$235.52, while the U.S. listing slipped 0.2% to $169.19. The Canadian dollar fell 0.3% for its biggest weekly drop in nearly a year. Investors are watching for U.S. Supreme Court rulings Jan. 14 and the Bank of Canada meeting Jan. 28.
11 January 2026
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Stock Market Today

  • Indian Stock Market Faces Sharp Weekly Losses; Sensex and Nifty 50 Under Pressure Amid Geopolitical Tensions
    March 15, 2026, 5:18 AM EDT. The Indian stock market saw a sharp correction last week with the BSE Sensex dropping 5.52% to 74,563.92 and the Nifty 50 falling 5.31% to 23,151.10 amid escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia and rising crude oil prices. Concerns over the Strait of Hormuz's closure triggered fears of supply disruptions, weakening risk appetite. Expert Vinod Nair highlighted that market moves will hinge on conflict developments, crude trends, and inflation impacts. Ajit Mishra urged caution, recommending selective sector exposure and strict risk management amid volatility. Technically, the Sensex tests key support near 74,000 and faces resistance around 75,600. Market recovery depends on geopolitical easing, crude price stabilisation, and clearer demand signals.
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