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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.

Dow Jones today: DJIA slips in thin year-end trade as Fed minutes loom

Dow Jones today: DJIA slips in thin year-end trade as Fed minutes loom

The Dow slipped 0.12% to 48,404.49 by early afternoon Tuesday, with financials and tech stocks weighing and communication services rising after Meta’s AI acquisition. Investors awaited Federal Reserve minutes due at 2 p.m. ET, following a recent rate cut that split policymakers. Treasury yields edged up, with the 10-year near 4.13%. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq were little changed in thin, year-end trading.
30 December 2025
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Target stock slips today as activist pressure stays in focus — what investors are watching next

Target stock slips today as activist pressure stays in focus — what investors are watching next

Target shares fell 0.7% to $97.38 in midday trading Tuesday, underperforming a weaker retail sector. The move follows reports that hedge fund Toms Capital Investment Management has taken a significant, undisclosed stake as Target prepares for a CEO transition in February. Investors await filings that could reveal TCIM’s intentions. Target shares are down more than 28% in 2025.
30 December 2025
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IREN stock slips today as year-end tech jitters hit AI data-center plays

IREN stock slips today as year-end tech jitters hit AI data-center plays

IREN shares dropped 1.4% to $38.87 by midday Tuesday, underperforming bitcoin, which rose 0.7%. The move follows IREN’s early-December share sale and $2.3 billion convertible note issue, fueling investor focus on funding and dilution. Trading volume reached about 10.7 million shares. Core Scientific fell 1.2%, while Marathon Digital was little changed.
30 December 2025
Newmont stock rises as gold rebounds; Raymond James lifts $111 target

Newmont stock rises as gold rebounds; Raymond James lifts $111 target

Newmont Corp shares climbed 2.2% to $102.00 in midday trading Tuesday, rebounding after a 5.6% drop Monday as gold prices steadied. Spot gold rose 0.9% to $4,369.59 an ounce, recovering from its sharpest daily loss since October. Raymond James raised its price target on Newmont to $111. CEO Tom Palmer will step down Dec. 31, with Natascha Viljoen set to take over Jan. 1.
30 December 2025
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AST SpaceMobile stock jumps 6% today as launch cadence and insider buy lift sentiment

AST SpaceMobile stock jumps 6% today as launch cadence and insider buy lift sentiment

AST SpaceMobile shares climbed 6.5% to $76.09 in midday trading Tuesday after the company said its BlueBird 6 satellite is expected to begin operations in the coming weeks. COO Shanti B. Gupta outlined plans for faster launches into early 2026. Director Keith Larson bought 625 shares last week under a pre-arranged plan, according to a U.S. regulatory filing.
30 December 2025
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PepsiCo (PEP) stock edges lower today as Fed minutes loom and leadership shuffle takes effect

PepsiCo (PEP) stock edges lower today as Fed minutes loom and leadership shuffle takes effect

PepsiCo shares slipped 0.1% to $144.10 in midday trading Tuesday, mirroring a slight dip in the consumer staples sector. The company named Steven Williams as global chief commercial officer and Ram Krishnan as CEO of North America, both effective Dec. 28. PepsiCo expects 2026 organic revenue growth of 2% to 4% and core EPS up 4% to 6%. Elliott Management reportedly holds a $4 billion stake and is nearing a settlement with PepsiCo.
30 December 2025
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Lumentum stock rebounds today after Monday slide as year-end trading stays thin

Lumentum stock rebounds today after Monday slide as year-end trading stays thin

Lumentum shares rose 1.3% to $377.59 in midday trading Tuesday, recovering part of Monday’s 4.65% slide. Trading volume was about 800,000 shares, with the stock moving between $370 and $380.32. Optical-component peers were mixed, as Applied Optoelectronics gained and IPG Photonics slipped. Investors cited thin holiday liquidity and awaited U.S. economic data for direction.
30 December 2025
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Bank of America (BAC) stock today: Shares slip as Fed minutes, year-end funding strains grab focus

Bank of America (BAC) stock today: Shares slip as Fed minutes, year-end funding strains grab focus

Bank of America shares slipped 0.2% to $55.23 by late morning Tuesday, with about 6.5 million shares traded. Peers including JPMorgan, Wells Fargo, and Citigroup also fell as U.S. stocks edged lower in thin year-end trading. Banks borrowed $25.95 billion from the Fed’s repo facility Monday, one of the largest uses since 2021, New York Fed data showed. Investors awaited Fed minutes for clues on 2026 rate policy.
30 December 2025
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  • 3 Top Refining & Marketing MLPs to Buy for Growth Ahead
    April 24, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT. The Zacks Oil and Gas - Refining & Marketing Master Limited Partnerships (MLPs) sector blends stability with income appeal. These MLPs operate across storage, logistics, and fuel distribution, creating diverse revenue streams that help smooth earnings through volatile markets. Key players Global Partners (GLP), Suburban Propane (SPH), and CrossAmerica Partners (CAPL) stand out for stable operations and growth potential. MLPs combine tax benefits of partnerships with liquidity of public securities, operating terminals and transportation services for refined products like gasoline and jet fuel. The insider mix of activities offsets market cycles, while volatile fuel prices offer margin expansion opportunities. Despite high capital needs, consistent cash flows and reasonable valuations support a positive short-term outlook for investors seeking steady returns.

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Reuben Brothers and Joby Aviation announced plans for an air-taxi vertiport at Park Elm Residences at Century Plaza in Los Angeles, using the South Tower’s helipad and adding charging and a passenger lounge. The project requires local, state, and federal approvals. Joby is still seeking commercial certification for its electric aircraft. Residents would be able to book flights within the Los Angeles area.
MaxLinear Stock Jumps 67% as AI Data-Center Demand Powers Outlook

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MaxLinear shares jumped 67% to $57.30 in early Friday trading after first-quarter revenue rose 43% to $137.2 million, beating estimates. The company projected second-quarter revenue of $160 million to $170 million, citing strong demand for optical data-center chips used in AI infrastructure.
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