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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.

AMD Stock (NASDAQ: AMD) Today: China AI-Chip Catalyst, OpenAI Deal, and Analyst Price Targets as Wall Street Trades Dec. 26

AMD Stock (NASDAQ: AMD) Today: China AI-Chip Catalyst, OpenAI Deal, and Analyst Price Targets as Wall Street Trades Dec. 26

AMD shares rose 0.3% to $215.68 midday Friday in thin post-holiday trading. Investors are weighing new momentum in AMD’s AI roadmap and China-compliant accelerators, alongside policy costs and updated Wall Street targets. CEO Lisa Su confirmed licenses to ship MI308 chips to China, with a 15% U.S. fee if exports proceed. The broader market and semiconductor sector are both slightly positive.
26 December 2025
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Palantir Stock (PLTR) Today: Price Moves, Navy ShipOS Catalyst, Nvidia Partnership, and What Investors Are Watching Into Year‑End

Palantir Stock (PLTR) Today: Price Moves, Navy ShipOS Catalyst, Nvidia Partnership, and What Investors Are Watching Into Year‑End

New York time check: It is 11:52 a.m. ET on Friday, December 26, 2025—and U.S. markets are open in a typically thin post‑holiday session. Palantir Technologies (ticker: PLTR) is once again in the spotlight as investors weigh two big narratives that have defined the stock’s outsized 2025 run: (1) accelerating demand for Palantir’s AI-enabled software platforms and (2) a rising list of government and critical‑infrastructure programs where Palantir is embedded in operational workflows. As of late morning trading, PLTR is around $191, down about 1%–1.5% on the day, after moving between roughly $189 and $196. MarketBeat Meanwhile, the broader tape
26 December 2025
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NVIDIA Stock (NVDA) Today: Groq Deal, China H200 Exports, Analyst Targets, and What to Watch Into the Close

NVIDIA Stock (NVDA) Today: Groq Deal, China H200 Exports, Analyst Targets, and What to Watch Into the Close

NVIDIA shares rose 1.4% to $191.26 late Friday morning after announcing a non-exclusive inference technology licensing deal with AI chip startup Groq. Groq’s founder and key executives will join NVIDIA, but Groq will remain independent. The agreement is not a full acquisition, drawing regulatory scrutiny over talent and IP transfers. Trading volume remained thin as major indexes hovered near record highs.
26 December 2025
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Broadcom Stock (AVGO) Holds Above $350 as Santa Rally Lifts Wall Street — AI Margins and VMware Risks Stay in Focus

Broadcom Stock (AVGO) Holds Above $350 as Santa Rally Lifts Wall Street — AI Margins and VMware Risks Stay in Focus

Broadcom shares traded around $352, up 0.6% late Friday morning in New York, amid thin post-Christmas volume. The stock’s moves follow Q4 revenue of $18.015 billion, up 28% year over year, and guidance for $19.1 billion in Q1 revenue, but management warned of gross-margin pressure from a heavier custom AI hardware mix. Major U.S. indexes hovered near record highs.
26 December 2025
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Micron (MU) Stock Today: AI Memory Boom Keeps Micron in Focus as Wall Street Trades Near Records (New York Time: Dec. 26, 2025)

Micron (MU) Stock Today: AI Memory Boom Keeps Micron in Focus as Wall Street Trades Near Records (New York Time: Dec. 26, 2025)

Micron Technology shares traded around $285 late Friday morning in New York, down slightly after reaching $294.63 earlier in the session. The stock remains in focus following record fiscal Q1 results and guidance projecting Q2 revenue of $18.7 billion and gross margins near 68%. Broader indexes hovered near record highs in thin, post-holiday trading.
26 December 2025
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Tesla Stock Today (TSLA): NHTSA Probe, Robotaxi Momentum, and Q4 Delivery Forecasts Shape a High-Stakes Year-End Session

Tesla Stock Today (TSLA): NHTSA Probe, Robotaxi Momentum, and Q4 Delivery Forecasts Shape a High-Stakes Year-End Session

Tesla shares fell 1.6% to $477.66 late Friday morning in New York, underperforming a mostly flat broader market. The drop follows news that U.S. regulators have opened a defect investigation into over 179,000 Model 3 cars over emergency door release concerns. Trading volume remains subdued in the post-holiday session.
26 December 2025
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Natural Gas Price Today (26.12.2025): Henry Hub Futures Rise on Colder Forecasts as LNG Flows Stay Near Record Highs

Natural Gas Price Today (26.12.2025): Henry Hub Futures Rise on Colder Forecasts as LNG Flows Stay Near Record Highs

NYMEX January 2026 natural gas traded near $4.34/MMBtu Friday morning, up on the session amid thin holiday volume and colder early-January forecasts. Market sources cited strong LNG demand and rising heating degree days, but also noted near-record Lower 48 production at 109.8 bcfd. Contract expiration at month’s end is adding volatility.
26 December 2025
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AI Stocks Today 26.12.2025: Nvidia Rallies on Groq Inference Deal as S&P 500 Hovers Near Records

AI Stocks Today 26.12.2025: Nvidia Rallies on Groq Inference Deal as S&P 500 Hovers Near Records

Nvidia agreed to a non-exclusive license for Groq’s AI inference technology and will hire Groq’s founder Jonathan Ross, President Sunny Madra, and other engineers. The S&P 500 touched an intraday record Friday, nearing 7,000, as AI megacaps led gains in thin post-holiday trading. Financial terms of the Nvidia-Groq deal were not disclosed. Groq will continue operating independently under CEO Simon Edwards.
26 December 2025
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US Stock Market Today (26.12.2025, 10:14 a.m. EST): S&P 500 Nears 7,000 in Thin Post‑Christmas Trade as 2026 Outlook Takes Center Stage

US Stock Market Today (26.12.2025, 10:14 a.m. EST): S&P 500 Nears 7,000 in Thin Post‑Christmas Trade as 2026 Outlook Takes Center Stage

NEW YORK — 26.12.2025 — U.S. stocks were quiet but resilient in mid‑morning trading Friday, with Wall Street largely hovering near record territory as investors leaned into a familiar late‑December script: thin holiday volume, “Santa Claus rally” seasonality, and a growing tug‑of‑war over what 2026 will deliver for rates, earnings, and the AI boom. MarketScreener+1 Market snapshot at 10:14 a.m. EST: flat-to-firm, with record levels still in view By mid‑morning, the major indexes were edging higher by fractions, reflecting more “positioning and patience” than aggressive risk‑taking in the post‑Christmas lull. ETFs tracking the big benchmarks told the same story: minimal
26 December 2025
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Global Stock Markets Today (26.12.2025): Wall Street Near Record Highs as Asia Advances and Holiday Trading Stays Thin

Global Stock Markets Today (26.12.2025): Wall Street Near Record Highs as Asia Advances and Holiday Trading Stays Thin

Global stocks edged higher Friday in thin post-holiday trading, with the S&P 500 near 6,939 and the Nasdaq at 23,646. Japan’s Nikkei 225 rose 0.7% as the Topix hit a record. Most European markets stayed closed for holidays, focusing activity in the U.S. and Asia. Investors watched for a possible S&P 500 push to 7,000 and tracked expectations for further Fed rate cuts in 2026.
26 December 2025
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Dow Jones Today (26.12.2025): DJIA Hovers Near 48,700 in Thin Post‑Christmas Trading as Fed-Cut Bets Stay in Focus

Dow Jones Today (26.12.2025): DJIA Hovers Near 48,700 in Thin Post‑Christmas Trading as Fed-Cut Bets Stay in Focus

The Dow Jones Industrial Average hovered near 48,698, down 0.07% in late-morning trading Friday, following a quiet, low-volume session after the Christmas holiday. The index stayed within a narrow range, flat to slightly lower versus Wednesday’s record close. Few major headlines or economic releases shaped the session. Investors looked ahead to next week’s Federal Reserve meeting minutes.
26 December 2025
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NVIDIA Stock (NVDA) 26.12.2025: Groq Inference Licensing Deal, Analyst Targets, and What to Watch Before the Next Market Open

NVIDIA Stock (NVDA) 26.12.2025: Groq Inference Licensing Deal, Analyst Targets, and What to Watch Before the Next Market Open

NVIDIA shares traded near $189.89 early Friday after confirming a non-exclusive AI inference technology licensing deal with Groq. Groq remains independent, with key executives joining NVIDIA. Reports cite a potential $20 billion value for the arrangement, though terms remain undisclosed. Trading volumes were thin following the holiday.
26 December 2025
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Tesla Stock (TSLA) After the Bell Today 26.12.2025: NHTSA Model 3 Door Probe, Robotaxi Deadline Buzz, and What to Watch Before the Next Market Open

Tesla Stock (TSLA) After the Bell Today 26.12.2025: NHTSA Model 3 Door Probe, Robotaxi Deadline Buzz, and What to Watch Before the Next Market Open

U.S. regulators have opened a defect investigation into the 2022 Tesla Model 3, focusing on the accessibility of emergency door releases. Tesla shares traded slightly higher Friday near $486 in thin post-holiday volume, as investors weighed regulatory scrutiny against optimism over the company’s autonomy and AI roadmap. The regular session was still underway as of press time.
26 December 2025
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Lenskart Invests ₹18.6 Crore in South Korea’s iiNeer for 29.24% Stake as Stock Jumps After Christmas Market Holiday

Lenskart Invests ₹18.6 Crore in South Korea’s iiNeer for 29.24% Stake as Stock Jumps After Christmas Market Holiday

Lenskart Solutions’ Singapore unit will acquire a 29.24% stake in South Korea’s iiNeer Corp. for KRW 3 billion (₹18.6 crore), aiming to boost in-house optical hardware capabilities. The announcement, made during India’s Christmas market holiday, sent Lenskart shares up nearly 4% to ₹470 when trading resumed on December 26. The deal is expected to close by January 31, 2026.
26 December 2025
Applied Digital Corporation (APLD) Stock: Key News, Earnings Date, Analyst Targets, and Risks to Know Before the Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025

Applied Digital Corporation (APLD) Stock: Key News, Earnings Date, Analyst Targets, and Risks to Know Before the Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025

Applied Digital last traded at $25.72 ahead of the next U.S. session, with investors watching its $5 billion, 15-year lease at Polaris Forge 2 and expanded CoreWeave contracts at Polaris Forge 1. The company expects initial capacity at Polaris Forge 2 to come online in 2026. U.S. markets reopen Dec. 26 after the holiday break.
26 December 2025
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Robinhood Stock (HOOD) Before the Dec. 26, 2025 Market Open: Latest News, Key Catalysts, Analyst Forecasts, and Risks to Watch

Robinhood Stock (HOOD) Before the Dec. 26, 2025 Market Open: Latest News, Key Catalysts, Analyst Forecasts, and Risks to Watch

U.S. markets reopen December 26 after the Christmas break, with Robinhood (HOOD) entering the first full post-holiday session at $120.44 per share and a $127 billion market cap. The company agreed to buy a 90% stake in LedgerX with Susquehanna, aiming to expand into prediction markets and futures, and recently launched new sports event contracts.
26 December 2025
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AMD Stock Before the Market Opens Dec. 26, 2025: China MI308 Signals, OpenAI Deal Timeline, Helios Roadmap, and Wall Street Forecasts

AMD Stock Before the Market Opens Dec. 26, 2025: China MI308 Signals, OpenAI Deal Timeline, Helios Roadmap, and Wall Street Forecasts

AMD closed at $214.63 on Dec. 24 ahead of the Dec. 26 U.S. market reopen, with volume near 8 million shares. CEO Lisa Su met China’s commerce minister in Beijing as AMD seeks to ship MI308 chips to China under a U.S. license and 15% fee. Reports indicate Alibaba is considering a major MI308 order. Markets may see thin liquidity and headline-driven swings post-holiday.
26 December 2025
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Hecla Mining (HL) Stock Before the Market Opens Dec. 26, 2025: Latest News, Forecasts, Analyst Targets, and What to Watch

Hecla Mining (HL) Stock Before the Market Opens Dec. 26, 2025: Latest News, Forecasts, Analyst Targets, and What to Watch

Hecla Mining shares traded near $19.83 after joining the S&P MidCap 400 effective Dec. 22. The company recently reported record Q3 revenue and received federal approval for new Nevada exploration. U.S. markets reopen Dec. 26 following the Christmas holiday, with traders watching for thin liquidity and possible sharp price swings.
26 December 2025
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CBA share price: Commonwealth Bank stock steadies after ASX selloff as earnings loom

CBA share price: Commonwealth Bank stock steadies after ASX selloff as earnings loom

8 February 2026
Commonwealth Bank of Australia closed Friday down 0.23% at A$158.91, outperforming a 2.03% drop in the S&P/ASX 200. Investors await CBA’s half-year results on Feb. 11 and commentary from CEO Matt Comyn. The Reserve Bank’s recent cash-rate hike to 3.85% and upcoming mortgage repricing are in focus. CBA flagged A$68 million in provisions and A$53 million in non-recurring income items.
Boeing stock jumps 2.6% to $243 — what Wall Street is watching before Monday

Boeing stock jumps 2.6% to $243 — what Wall Street is watching before Monday

8 February 2026
Boeing shares closed up 2.6% at $243.03 Friday, buoyed by reports of possible major aircraft orders from Saudi Arabia and India. India’s trade minister said a $70–80 billion Boeing deal could be signed by March. Supply-chain delays and regulatory scrutiny remain key risks. Boeing’s chief engineer sold over 10,000 shares earlier in the week.
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