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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.

Lam Research (LRCX) Stock: Key News, Analyst Forecasts, and Risks to Watch Before the Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025

Lam Research (LRCX) Stock: Key News, Analyst Forecasts, and Risks to Watch Before the Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025

Lam Research closed at $177.33 on Dec. 24 ahead of the Dec. 26 market open, with after-hours trading showing a slight uptick. The company reported $5.32 billion in revenue and $1.24 GAAP EPS last quarter. Management forecasts $5.20 billion ± $300 million in revenue for the current quarter. Headlines this week include CEO share sales and analyst price target increases.
26 December 2025
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McDonald’s Stock (NYSE: MCD) Before the Market Opens Dec. 26, 2025: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and Key Catalysts to Watch

McDonald’s Stock (NYSE: MCD) Before the Market Opens Dec. 26, 2025: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and Key Catalysts to Watch

McDonald’s shares closed at $313.33 on Dec. 24, near the upper half of their 52-week range, ahead of the first post-Christmas trading session. The company will implement stricter global franchising standards on Jan. 1, 2026, focusing on “value leadership” and franchise accountability. McDonald’s trades at about 26–27 times trailing earnings, with a dividend yield in the low-to-mid 2% range.
26 December 2025
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AppLovin (APP) Stock: Key News, Analyst Forecasts, and Risks to Know Before the Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025

AppLovin (APP) Stock: Key News, Analyst Forecasts, and Risks to Know Before the Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025

U.S. markets reopen Friday, Dec. 26, 2025, after the Christmas holiday, with AppLovin (NASDAQ: APP) trading near record highs around $727.50. The company faces regulatory scrutiny over data practices but enters the session with strong Q3 results and bullish analyst sentiment. Market cap stands near $240 billion, with high volatility expected due to thin post-holiday liquidity.
26 December 2025
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Salesforce (CRM) Stock: Key News, Earnings Guidance, Analyst Forecasts, and Risks to Watch Before the Dec. 26, 2025 Market Open

Salesforce (CRM) Stock: Key News, Earnings Guidance, Analyst Forecasts, and Risks to Watch Before the Dec. 26, 2025 Market Open

Salesforce closed at $265.26 on Dec. 24, up 0.7% in light holiday trading. The company recently raised its full-year FY26 guidance after reporting Q3 revenue of $10.3 billion, up 9% year-over-year, and highlighted strong adoption of its Agentforce AI products. Investors remain focused on whether AI-driven growth will sustain higher valuations. U.S. markets reopen Dec. 26 after the Christmas holiday.
26 December 2025
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RTX Stock: What to Know Before the U.S. Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025

RTX Stock: What to Know Before the U.S. Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025

RTX Corporation heads into the Dec. 26 session near its 52-week high after closing at $186.38 on Christmas Eve. The company secured a $1.7 billion contract to supply four Patriot missile systems to Spain, adding to recent defense wins. U.S. markets reopen Friday following the Christmas holiday, with RTX trading in a period of heightened liquidity and sensitivity to policy news.
26 December 2025
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American Express Stock (AXP): What to Know Before the U.S. Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025

American Express Stock (AXP): What to Know Before the U.S. Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025

American Express closed at $383.11 on Dec. 24, just below its 52-week high of $387.49, after a light-volume, holiday-shortened session. The company declared a $0.82 quarterly dividend, payable Feb. 10, 2026. Fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 earnings are scheduled for Jan. 30, 2026. Recent SEC filings show steady delinquency rates and slightly mixed net write-offs for U.S. consumer and small business loans.
26 December 2025
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Merck (MRK) Stock: Key News, Analyst Targets, and Catalysts to Know Before the Market Opens Dec. 26, 2025

Merck (MRK) Stock: Key News, Analyst Targets, and Catalysts to Know Before the Market Opens Dec. 26, 2025

U.S. stock markets were closed Dec. 25 for Christmas and will reopen Dec. 26 after an early close Dec. 24. Merck shares last traded near $106.45. The White House named Merck in new drug-pricing agreements announced Dec. 19, with Merck confirming plans for steep discounts on key diabetes drugs. Merck’s next earnings call is scheduled for Feb. 3, 2026.
26 December 2025
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Goldman Sachs Stock (GS): What to Know Before the U.S. Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025

Goldman Sachs Stock (GS): What to Know Before the U.S. Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025

Goldman Sachs closed at $910.78 on Dec. 24, 2025, just $0.25 below its all-time high. The stock enters the Dec. 26 session near record territory, following a 2025 rally fueled by surging M&A activity and optimism from CFO Denis Coleman. Goldman is also restructuring its investment banking group to focus on AI and digital infrastructure deals. Market cap stands near $273 billion.
26 December 2025
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Micron Technology (MU) Stock: What to Know Before the Market Opens Dec. 26, 2025

Micron Technology (MU) Stock: What to Know Before the Market Opens Dec. 26, 2025

U.S. markets reopen for a full session Friday after the Christmas holiday. Micron Technology shares closed at $286.68 on Dec. 24, up 3.8%, following a strong fiscal Q1 report and guidance that far exceeded analyst expectations. The company projected Q2 revenue of $18.7 billion and non-GAAP EPS of $8.42, nearly double consensus estimates. Traders are watching for continued momentum amid tight memory supply.
26 December 2025
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UnitedHealth Group (UNH) Stock: What to Know Before the U.S. Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025

UnitedHealth Group (UNH) Stock: What to Know Before the U.S. Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025

UnitedHealth Group shares last traded at $327.58 before the Christmas break, with markets reopening Dec. 26. The company faces ongoing federal scrutiny over Medicare billing and is implementing 23 operational changes after external audits, including reviews of its HouseCalls and Optum Rx units. Investors remain focused on regulatory risk and the pace of operational reforms.
26 December 2025
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Coca-Cola Stock (KO) Before the Dec. 26, 2025 Market Open: Key News, Forecasts, and What Investors Are Watching

Coca-Cola Stock (KO) Before the Dec. 26, 2025 Market Open: Key News, Forecasts, and What Investors Are Watching

Coca-Cola shares last traded at $70.11 before the Christmas break, with markets reopening Dec. 26. The company named Henrique Braun as incoming CEO, effective March 31, 2026, as James Quincey shifts to executive chairman. The board raised the quarterly dividend to $0.51 per share, marking a 63rd consecutive annual increase. Investors are also watching developments in Costa Coffee sale talks and changes in Africa bottling operations.
26 December 2025
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BP’s $10.1bn Castrol Deal: Stonepeak Buys 65% Stake as Castrol India Open Offer Sets ₹194.04 Price

BP’s $10.1bn Castrol Deal: Stonepeak Buys 65% Stake as Castrol India Open Offer Sets ₹194.04 Price

BP will sell 65% of Castrol to Stonepeak for an enterprise value of $10.1 billion, retaining a 35% stake. Stonepeak and CPPIB must launch an open offer for up to 26% of Castrol India at ₹194.04 per share, a slight premium to recent prices. BP expects $6 billion in net proceeds, aiming to cut debt. The deal is set to close by end-2026, pending approvals.
26 December 2025
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Chevron (CVX) Stock: What to Know Before the U.S. Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025 — Oil Prices, Venezuela Risk, New Catalysts, and Analyst Targets

Chevron (CVX) Stock: What to Know Before the U.S. Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025 — Oil Prices, Venezuela Risk, New Catalysts, and Analyst Targets

Chevron closed Dec. 24 at $150.50, near the midpoint of its 52-week range. Oil prices rebounded about 6% since Dec. 16 but remain down sharply for the year, with Brent at $62.24 and WTI at $58.29. Chevron continues U.S. shipments from Venezuela despite broader export disruptions and operational issues at PDVSA.
26 December 2025
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Cisco Stock (CSCO): What to Know Before the Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025 — AI Orders, Raised Outlook, Dividend, and Security Headlines

Cisco Stock (CSCO): What to Know Before the Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025 — AI Orders, Raised Outlook, Dividend, and Security Headlines

Cisco closed at $78.02 on Dec. 24, just below its recent high of $80.25, ahead of the Dec. 26 market reopen. The company reported Q1 revenue of $14.9 billion, up 8% year over year, and raised its outlook on strong AI-networking demand. A high-severity cybersecurity issue tied to Cisco email security appliances is also drawing investor attention.
26 December 2025
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Procter & Gamble (PG) Stock: CEO Change, January Earnings Date, Tariff Outlook and Analyst Targets to Watch Before the Dec. 26, 2025 Market Open

Procter & Gamble (PG) Stock: CEO Change, January Earnings Date, Tariff Outlook and Analyst Targets to Watch Before the Dec. 26, 2025 Market Open

U.S. stocks reopen Friday, Dec. 26, after the Christmas holiday, with Procter & Gamble last indicated at $144.49 following a 2025 decline of over 13% amid consumer and competition concerns. P&G’s CEO transition to Shailesh Jejurikar takes effect Jan. 1, with Jon Moeller becoming Executive Chairman. The company’s next earnings call is set for Jan. 22, 2026.
26 December 2025
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Stock Market Today

  • Stock Market Outlook Under President Donald Trump: Historical Forecasting Tool Weighs In
    April 26, 2026, 1:07 AM EDT. Since the late 1890s, U.S. stocks have risen in 26 of 33 presidential terms, including double-digit returns under President Donald Trump. During Trump's first term, the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq gained 57%, 70%, and 142%, respectively, continuing strong into his second term. While many factors fuel these gains, technological advances like AI and quantum computing contribute significantly. Analysts anticipate AI alone could create $15.7 trillion in global economic value by 2030. Additionally, S&P 500 earnings have consistently beaten forecasts, driving stock indexes higher. Trump's 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act also played a role by lowering corporate income taxes. Despite skepticism about continued rises, a forecasting tool with 155 years of data offers insight into possible trends ahead, but no tool guarantees market outcomes.

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LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 26, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 26, 2026, 1:13 AM EDT Stock Market Outlook Under President Donald Trump: Historical Forecasting Tool Weighs In April 26, 2026, 1:07 AM EDT. Since the late 1890s, U.S. stocks have risen in 26 of 33 presidential terms, including **double-digit returns** under President Donald Trump. During Trump's first term, the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq gained 57%, 70%, and 142%, respectively, continuing strong into his second term. While many factors fuel these gains, technological advances like **AI and quantum computing** contribute significantly. Analysts anticipate AI alone could create $15.7 trillion
Lockheed Martin Gets Golden Dome Opening as Profit Worries Bite

Lockheed Martin Gets Golden Dome Opening as Profit Worries Bite

26 April 2026
Lockheed Martin was named among firms awarded up to $3.2 billion for President Trump’s Golden Dome space-based missile interceptor plan, Space Systems Command said. The company reported weaker first-quarter results, with $18 billion in sales and negative free cash flow. Space Force aims to show initial interceptor capability in 2028. Golden Dome’s total cost is projected at $185 billion.
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