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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.

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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Coeur Mining (CDE) Stock Before the Market Opens Dec. 26, 2025: New Gold Deal Updates, Latest Company News, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch

Coeur Mining (CDE) Stock Before the Market Opens Dec. 26, 2025: New Gold Deal Updates, Latest Company News, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch

Coeur Mining closed at $18.72 on Dec. 24, down 1.94%, with market cap near $12.4 billion. The company is advancing an all-stock acquisition of New Gold, offering 0.4959 Coeur shares per New Gold share. New Gold shareholders will vote on the deal January 27. Coeur’s stock remains volatile, trading well above spring lows but 20% below its October peak.
26 December 2025
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First Majestic Silver (AG) Stock: Key News, Forecasts, and What to Watch Before the Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025

First Majestic Silver (AG) Stock: Key News, Forecasts, and What to Watch Before the Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025

First Majestic Silver heads into the Dec. 26 U.S. session after silver hit a record $75/oz and AG shares closed Dec. 24 at $17.21, up about 213% year-to-date. The NYSE will trade as usual Friday, while the TSX remains closed for Boxing Day, focusing price action on the U.S. listing. The company recently announced a $60 million Del Toro mine sale and new financing and exploration updates.
26 December 2025
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Pan American Silver (PAAS) Stock: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch Before the Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025

Pan American Silver (PAAS) Stock: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch Before the Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025

Pan American Silver last closed at $53.83 on the NYSE as silver prices hit a record $69.44/oz, up 138% year-to-date. U.S. markets reopen Dec. 26, but the TSX remains closed for Boxing Day, so PAAS will trade only in New York. The company reported Q3 net earnings of $169.2 million and record cash flow. Thin holiday trading may increase volatility.
26 December 2025
IREN Stock Before the Market Opens Dec. 26, 2025: Microsoft’s $9.7B Deal, a $3.9B Financing Package, and What Analysts Expect Next

IREN Stock Before the Market Opens Dec. 26, 2025: Microsoft’s $9.7B Deal, a $3.9B Financing Package, and What Analysts Expect Next

IREN Limited (NASDAQ: IREN) last closed at $41.98 on Dec. 24, 2025, with a market cap near $13.8 billion and a 52-week range of $5.13 to $76.87. The stock remains volatile after a $9.7 billion, five-year Microsoft contract for AI infrastructure, with phased deployments at its Texas site through 2026. U.S. markets reopen Dec. 26 following the holiday closure.
26 December 2025
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Sidus Space (SIDU) Stock: The SHIELD “Golden Dome” Contract, $25M Share Offering, and What to Watch Before the Dec. 26, 2025 Market Open

Sidus Space (SIDU) Stock: The SHIELD “Golden Dome” Contract, $25M Share Offering, and What to Watch Before the Dec. 26, 2025 Market Open

Sidus Space shares face heavy trading at the Dec. 26 open after announcing a Missile Defense Agency SHIELD IDIQ contract award and closing a $25 million public offering. The company sold 19.23 million shares at $1.30 each, with proceeds earmarked for sales, marketing, and operations. The SHIELD contract ceiling is $151 billion, but revenue depends on future task orders.
26 December 2025
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NVIDIA Stock (NVDA) Before the Dec. 26, 2025 Market Open: Groq Inference Deal, China H200 Export Reset, Earnings Outlook, and Analyst Targets

NVIDIA Stock (NVDA) Before the Dec. 26, 2025 Market Open: Groq Inference Deal, China H200 Export Reset, Earnings Outlook, and Analyst Targets

NVIDIA shares last traded at $188.61, down 0.32% in a shortened Dec. 24 session before the Christmas break. The company announced a licensing deal with Groq for inference technology, hiring Groq’s founder and key executives. Reuters reports NVIDIA plans to ship H200 chips to China by mid-February, pending approval. U.S. lawmakers are pressing for scrutiny of NVIDIA’s export licensing.
26 December 2025
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Stock Market Today

Renesas stock price jumps again as $3 billion SiTime deal keeps traders hooked on 6723

Renesas stock price jumps again as $3 billion SiTime deal keeps traders hooked on 6723

8 February 2026
TOKYO, Feb 8, 2026, 10:10 JST — Market closed. Renesas Electronics shares ended Friday up 6.9% at 2,957.5 yen, extending a two-session rally that left the stock about 15% higher heading into the weekend. (Investing.com) With Tokyo shut on Sunday, the near-term question is simple: does that bounce hold when trading resumes on Monday, or does it fade once the headlines thin out? It matters now because Renesas sits deep in automotive and industrial supply chains, and its fresh guidance lands as investors try to map where chip demand is firming — and where it is still stuck. A notice
Moore Threads (688795) share price in focus after Pony.ai tie-up as China market reopens

Moore Threads (688795) share price in focus after Pony.ai tie-up as China market reopens

8 February 2026
Moore Threads’ Shanghai-listed shares closed up 0.45% at 536.99 yuan on Feb. 6 after announcing a strategic cooperation with Pony.ai on autonomous driving compute. Pony.ai plans to use Moore Threads’ MTT S5000 cards for L4 system training and targets over 3,000 Robotaxis by end-2026. Investors await further deal details as the market reopens Monday.
NXP stock heads into Monday after $3 billion credit line refresh — what to watch for NXPI

NXP stock heads into Monday after $3 billion credit line refresh — what to watch for NXPI

8 February 2026
NXP Semiconductors shares closed up 1% at $224.32 Friday after subsidiaries amended a $3 billion revolving credit deal with Barclays, maturing in 2031. The PHLX semiconductor index surged 5.7% as chip stocks rallied on AI spending signals from Amazon and Alphabet. NXP’s gain lagged peers like Monolithic Power, which rose 6.4%. Investors await U.S. jobs and inflation data next week.
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