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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.

Space and Defense Stocks: RTX, Lockheed, Boeing, Rocket Lab in Focus as Geopolitics and Year-End Trading Set Up Monday’s Session

Space and Defense Stocks: RTX, Lockheed, Boeing, Rocket Lab in Focus as Geopolitics and Year-End Trading Set Up Monday’s Session

China imposed sanctions late Friday on 20 U.S. defense firms and 10 individuals, including Boeing units, over arms sales to Taiwan. The move freezes assets in China and bans business with the targeted companies, though Reuters notes the impact may be mostly symbolic. U.S. markets are closed for the weekend and reopen Monday. Wall Street ended Friday near record highs in thin, post-holiday trading.
28 December 2025
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Quantum Computing Stocks: IonQ, Rigetti, D-Wave and QUBT Slide Into Year-End—What to Watch Before Monday’s Open

Quantum Computing Stocks: IonQ, Rigetti, D-Wave and QUBT Slide Into Year-End—What to Watch Before Monday’s Open

Quantum computing stocks fell sharply Friday despite a quiet broader market. IonQ dropped 7.6%, Rigetti 8.6%, D-Wave 8.1%, and Quantum Computing Inc. 6.5%. D-Wave’s latest quarter showed $3.7 million revenue and over 70% gross margin, but analysts flagged valuation concerns. Trading volumes remained thin ahead of year-end.
28 December 2025
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Rare Metals Stocks Outlook: Silver’s Record Run, Lithium Demand Warning, and Rare Earth Supply Chains in Focus Before Monday’s Open

Rare Metals Stocks Outlook: Silver’s Record Run, Lithium Demand Warning, and Rare Earth Supply Chains in Focus Before Monday’s Open

U.S. equity markets are closed Sunday after a volatile week for rare metals stocks. Silver hit a record $77.40/oz and platinum reached all-time highs, with U.S.-listed precious metal miners rising sharply. Tesla CEO Elon Musk warned high silver prices could hurt manufacturers. The S&P 500 ended Friday near records, with materials stocks leading gains.
28 December 2025
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Big Tech Stocks Today: Nvidia, Apple, Microsoft and the “Magnificent Seven” Face a Year-End Reality Check as Wall Street Nears S&P 500’s 7,000 Milestone

Big Tech Stocks Today: Nvidia, Apple, Microsoft and the “Magnificent Seven” Face a Year-End Reality Check as Wall Street Nears S&P 500’s 7,000 Milestone

The S&P 500 closed about 1% below 7,000 after eight straight monthly gains, its longest streak since 2017–2018. Big Tech now accounts for roughly 35% of the index, but recent gains have broadened to other sectors as technology shares fell over 3% since November. Investors await Fed minutes Tuesday for clues on future rate cuts after the central bank lowered rates by 75 basis points in late 2025.
28 December 2025
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EV Stocks Watch: Tesla Robotaxi Deadline Nears as Wall Street Eyes 7,000—What Investors Need Before Monday’s Open

EV Stocks Watch: Tesla Robotaxi Deadline Nears as Wall Street Eyes 7,000—What Investors Need Before Monday’s Open

U.S. equity markets are closed Sunday, with index futures set to reopen in the evening as investors brace for thin liquidity and potential volatility in EV stocks on Monday. The S&P 500 remains near record highs, while Tesla draws attention with a year-end push on Full Self-Driving technology and a possible robotaxi milestone in Austin.
28 December 2025
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Semiconductor Stocks Outlook: Memory Chip Shortage, AI Spending Debate, and What to Watch Before Monday’s Open

Semiconductor Stocks Outlook: Memory Chip Shortage, AI Spending Debate, and What to Watch Before Monday’s Open

A global memory-chip shortage is driving up prices, with some segments more than doubling since February, Reuters reports. The PHLX Semiconductor Index closed Friday at 7,207.64 after a quiet session, as investors watch for updates on AI infrastructure and Big Tech spending. Nvidia shares rose after agreeing to license technology from Groq and hire its CEO. U.S. markets reopen Monday.
28 December 2025
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Natural Gas Stocks Head Into Monday With Weather Whiplash, LNG Signals, and a Delayed EIA Storage Report in Focus

Natural Gas Stocks Head Into Monday With Weather Whiplash, LNG Signals, and a Delayed EIA Storage Report in Focus

U.S. natural gas futures climbed 9.6% to $4.366 per MMBtu for the week, ending a losing streak as forecasts turned colder for early January. Record production near 109.8 Bcf/d and strong LNG feedgas demand around 18.4 Bcf/d continue to weigh on the market. The delayed EIA storage report and resumed Freeport LNG operations remain in focus.
28 December 2025
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AI Stocks in Focus: Nvidia’s Groq Deal, Year-End Rally Risks, and What Investors Should Watch Next

AI Stocks in Focus: Nvidia’s Groq Deal, Year-End Rally Risks, and What Investors Should Watch Next

Nvidia has signed a non-exclusive licensing deal with AI chip startup Groq, with several Groq executives joining Nvidia, but Groq will remain independent. Michael Burry has taken a bearish position against Nvidia and Palantir, calling the AI sector a bubble. The S&P 500 is near record highs after a quiet session. Markets are closed for the weekend; investors await futures and new catalysts ahead of Monday’s open.
28 December 2025
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Bitcoin Price Today: BTC Holds Near $88,000 as U.S. Stock Market Closed; ETF Outflows and Holiday Liquidity Keep Traders on Watch

Bitcoin Price Today: BTC Holds Near $88,000 as U.S. Stock Market Closed; ETF Outflows and Holiday Liquidity Keep Traders on Watch

Bitcoin hovered near $87,856 Sunday afternoon in New York, trading in a narrow range after U.S.-listed spot Bitcoin ETFs saw $782 million in net outflows over Christmas week. U.S. stock markets remained closed for the weekend, with major indexes ending Friday’s session slightly lower on thin volume. Gold and silver touched fresh highs late in the week. BlackRock’s IBIT led Friday’s ETF redemptions with nearly $193 million.
28 December 2025
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Silver Price Today Holds Near $79 Record High as Fed Rate-Cut Bets and China Export Rules Stir Supply Fears

Silver Price Today Holds Near $79 Record High as Fed Rate-Cut Bets and China Export Rules Stir Supply Fears

Spot silver hovered near $79.3 per ounce in midday New York trading Sunday, close to record highs after a sharp late-week surge. U.S. stock markets remain closed, but CME Globex silver futures reopen Sunday evening. The rally follows expectations for Fed easing, a weaker dollar, and new Chinese export rules for 2026–2027. Silver has outperformed gold in 2025, with thin markets adding to volatility.
28 December 2025
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Global Stock Markets Today: S&P 500 Near 7,000 as Fed Minutes, Oil Slump and Record Metals Set the Tone for Year-End Trading

Global Stock Markets Today: S&P 500 Near 7,000 as Fed Minutes, Oil Slump and Record Metals Set the Tone for Year-End Trading

U.S. stock markets are closed for the weekend after the Dow ended Friday at 48,710.97, the S&P 500 at 6,929.94, and the Nasdaq at 23,593.10. Trading volume was light, with about 10.22 billion shares changing hands versus a 20-day average of 15.98 billion. Investors await Fed meeting minutes and a possible announcement on the next Fed chair. The “Santa Claus rally” period continues through Jan. 5.
28 December 2025
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US Stock Market Today: Wall Street Closed Sunday as S&P 500 Nears 7,000 — Key News, Fed Minutes Preview, and What to Watch Before Monday’s Open

US Stock Market Today: Wall Street Closed Sunday as S&P 500 Nears 7,000 — Key News, Fed Minutes Preview, and What to Watch Before Monday’s Open

U.S. markets are closed Sunday after the Dow ended Friday at 48,710.97, down 20.19 points, and the S&P 500 slipped 2.11 points to 6,929.94. Nasdaq fell 20.21 points to 23,593.10. All three indexes posted weekly gains, with the S&P 500 up 1.4%. Trading volume Friday was sharply below average as the year-end “Santa Claus rally” period began.
28 December 2025
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Dow Jones today: DJIA holds near record highs as markets close for the weekend and investors brace for Fed minutes, thin year-end trading

Dow Jones today: DJIA holds near record highs as markets close for the weekend and investors brace for Fed minutes, thin year-end trading

The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 20.19 points to 48,710.97 on Friday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq also edging lower in light, holiday trading. U.S. exchange volume fell to 10.22 billion shares, well below the 20-day average. Markets remain near record highs heading into the final sessions of 2025, with traders watching for signs of a continued Santa Claus rally.
28 December 2025
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Canada Flight Delays Hit Toronto and Vancouver Amid Deep Freeze: Live Airport Tracker Tips, Passenger Rights, and How to Use Air Canada Aeroplan to Rebook Smarter

Canada Flight Delays Hit Toronto and Vancouver Amid Deep Freeze: Live Airport Tracker Tips, Passenger Rights, and How to Use Air Canada Aeroplan to Rebook Smarter

Severe winter weather triggered 67 flight cancellations and 437 delays at Canadian airports on December 28, 2025, according to Travel And Tour World. Toronto Pearson saw the highest disruption, with Air Canada, Porter, WestJet, and regional airlines affected. Temperatures dropped below -40°C in parts of northern Canada, straining airport operations and de-icing capacity. NAV CANADA warned of ongoing delays as conditions persist.
28 December 2025
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Brian Moynihan’s 2026 Outlook: How Bank of America Sees AI Boosting Growth, While Consumer Confidence, Tariffs, and Copper Set the Tone for Markets

Brian Moynihan’s 2026 Outlook: How Bank of America Sees AI Boosting Growth, While Consumer Confidence, Tariffs, and Copper Set the Tone for Markets

Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan said U.S. consumer spending rose 4% to 4.5% over the holiday period, despite concerns about inflation. He told CBS that all income groups increased spending, and projected 2.4% U.S. GDP growth in 2026. Moynihan cited AI as a growing economic driver but warned of risks from policy uncertainty, geopolitics, and infrastructure constraints.
28 December 2025
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Visa Stock (NYSE: V) Holds Near $355 With Markets Closed: Key Headlines, Analyst Targets, and What to Watch Before Monday’s Open

Visa Stock (NYSE: V) Holds Near $355 With Markets Closed: Key Headlines, Analyst Targets, and What to Watch Before Monday’s Open

Visa shares closed at $355.00 on Friday, Dec. 26, unchanged for the day and about 5% below their 52-week high. U.S. markets are shut for the weekend, with trading set to resume Monday amid thin volumes and anticipation of Federal Reserve meeting minutes. Recent SEC filings showed Covéa Finance trimmed its Visa stake in Q3, while other firms adjusted positions. Visa reported U.S. holiday retail spending rose 4.2% year-over-year through Dec. 21.
28 December 2025
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Coupang Stock (CPNG) News: Founder Bom Kim Apologizes for Data Leak as Shares Rebound—What to Watch Before Monday’s Market Open

Coupang Stock (CPNG) News: Founder Bom Kim Apologizes for Data Leak as Shares Rebound—What to Watch Before Monday’s Market Open

Coupang founder Bom Kim issued his first public apology Sunday for a customer data leak affecting about 3,000 accounts in South Korea and pledged compensation. Coupang said the data, stored by a former employee, was not sold or transferred and included no payment information. U.S. markets were closed; Coupang shares last traded at $24.27, up 6.45% on Friday.
28 December 2025
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Stock Market Today

  • Ryder System Shares Rally Amid Valuation Debate
    April 25, 2026, 7:30 AM EDT. Ryder System (NYSE: R) shares surged to $253.34, marking an 88.32% total return over one year and 24.41% in the past month. Despite strong price momentum, the stock trades about 12% above the most followed fair value estimate of $226.56, suggesting it may be overvalued. The company benefits from a transformed business model focused on high-margin contracts and strong cash flow, enabling growth and shareholder returns. Its price-to-earnings ratio of 19.9 times is below the U.S. Transportation sector average of 41.5 times but above Ryder's own fair ratio of 17.9 times, indicating some premium. Investors should weigh potential earnings growth against risks like weak freight markets and used vehicle pricing pressure. Analysts recommend reviewing these factors carefully before deciding on further investment.

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Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

US Stock Market Today: Live Updates 25.04.2026

25 April 2026
LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 25, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 25, 2026, 7:36 AM EDT Ryder System Shares Rally Amid Valuation Debate April 25, 2026, 7:30 AM EDT. Ryder System (NYSE: R) shares surged to $253.34, marking an 88.32% total return over one year and 24.41% in the past month. Despite strong price momentum, the stock trades about 12% above the most followed fair value estimate of $226.56, suggesting it may be overvalued. The company benefits from a transformed business model focused on high-margin contracts and strong cash flow, enabling growth and shareholder returns. Its price-to-earnings ratio of 19.9 times
LightPath Technologies Stock Just Hit a 52-Week High. Here’s Why LPTH Is Back in Focus

LightPath Technologies Stock Just Hit a 52-Week High. Here’s Why LPTH Is Back in Focus

25 April 2026
LightPath Technologies shares closed up 10.05% at $16.09 in Orlando Friday, after hitting $16.53 and surpassing recent analyst targets. Trading volume jumped to 6.35 million shares. The company reported a $97.8 million backlog and second-quarter revenue of $16.4 million, up 120% from a year earlier. Recent orders and investor focus center on defense optics and infrared camera systems.
Wolfspeed Stock Jumps 13% Before May 5 Earnings Test

Wolfspeed Stock Jumps 13% Before May 5 Earnings Test

25 April 2026
Wolfspeed shares surged 13.36% to $31.23 on Friday, with trading volume hitting 8.4 million shares ahead of its May 5 earnings report. The chipmaker recently cut its debt by about $97 million and lowered annual interest expense by $62 million after refinancing in March. Wolfspeed reported a $151 million net loss last quarter and expects negative gross margins to continue.
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