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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.

Micron Technology (MU) Outlook 2026: Record Q1 Earnings, AI Memory Shortage, and the Latest Analyst Forecasts (Dec. 25, 2025)

Micron Technology (MU) Outlook 2026: Record Q1 Earnings, AI Memory Shortage, and the Latest Analyst Forecasts (Dec. 25, 2025)

Micron Technology reported record fiscal Q1 2026 revenue of $13.6 billion, up 57% year over year, and issued guidance for Q2 that exceeded Wall Street expectations. The company raised fiscal 2026 capital spending to about $20 billion and said its entire 2026 supply of high-bandwidth memory is sold out. Analysts raised price targets, with Rosenblatt setting a $500 target. Micron shares surged following the December 17 earnings release.
25 December 2025
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GE Aerospace (NYSE: GE) on Dec. 25, 2025: Analyst Upgrades, LEAP Engine Inspections, and 2026 Outlook in Focus

GE Aerospace (NYSE: GE) on Dec. 25, 2025: Analyst Upgrades, LEAP Engine Inspections, and 2026 Outlook in Focus

GE Aerospace shares extended a five-day rally in late December, boosted by new analyst coverage and Citigroup’s Buy rating with a $386 price target. Investor focus remains on strong aftermarket services demand and raised 2025 profit guidance. Regulators have expanded inspection requirements for CFM LEAP engines operating in dusty conditions.
25 December 2025
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Procter & Gamble (PG) News Today: CEO Transition Nears, Prague “Artemis” Expansion, and Wall Street Forecasts (Dec. 25, 2025)

Procter & Gamble (PG) News Today: CEO Transition Nears, Prague “Artemis” Expansion, and Wall Street Forecasts (Dec. 25, 2025)

Procter & Gamble will appoint Shailesh Jejurikar as CEO on January 1, 2026, with Jon Moeller moving to executive chairman. Swedbank AB increased its stake in the company, while Rep. Ed Case disclosed a small stock sale. Analysts adjusted price targets after a recent pullback. P&G is also advancing a new logistics and production hub near Prague.
25 December 2025
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Home Depot (HD) News on December 25, 2025: Fiscal 2026 Forecast, Q3 Earnings, Pro Strategy, and the Latest Risk Signals

Home Depot (HD) News on December 25, 2025: Fiscal 2026 Forecast, Q3 Earnings, Pro Strategy, and the Latest Risk Signals

Home Depot stores in the U.S. are closed December 25 for Christmas, with normal operations to resume after the holiday. The company’s latest guidance projects fiscal 2026 sales growth of 2.5% to 4.5% and flat to 2% comparable sales, trailing Wall Street expectations. Executives continue to emphasize a focus on professional customers amid a slow home improvement market.
25 December 2025
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AMD Stock News Today (Dec. 25, 2025): China AI Chip Exports, OpenAI’s 6‑Gigawatt Deal, Zen 6 Signals, and Wall Street Forecasts

AMD Stock News Today (Dec. 25, 2025): China AI Chip Exports, OpenAI’s 6‑Gigawatt Deal, Zen 6 Signals, and Wall Street Forecasts

AMD shares last traded at $215.04 on December 24, with volume near 8 million. The company has secured licenses to ship some MI308 AI chips to China, agreeing to pay a 15% fee to the U.S. government, according to Reuters. Large China-based buyers, including Alibaba, are reportedly evaluating significant orders. U.S. policy continues to restrict high-end chip exports, with Chinese projects encouraged to favor domestic suppliers.
25 December 2025
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Utilities Stocks Outlook 2026: AI Data Centers, Fed Rate Cuts and Rising Power Bills Put the Sector Back in Focus

Utilities Stocks Outlook 2026: AI Data Centers, Fed Rate Cuts and Rising Power Bills Put the Sector Back in Focus

U.S. utilities stocks end 2025 under scrutiny as electricity bills rise and grid operators warn of supply shortfalls. The Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLU) shows a forward P/E of about 19.6 and yield near 2.7%, with NextEra Energy as its largest holding. Power demand is set to hit record highs in 2025 and 2026, fueled by data centers and electrification. Investors are watching which companies can grow without sparking political backlash.
25 December 2025
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Real Estate Stocks Outlook 2026: REITs, Homebuilders and Property Shares Enter a New Rate Regime After December’s Fed Cut

Real Estate Stocks Outlook 2026: REITs, Homebuilders and Property Shares Enter a New Rate Regime After December’s Fed Cut

The average U.S. 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell to 6.18% as of December 24, 2025, according to Freddie Mac, down from 6.85% a year earlier. The Federal Reserve cut rates earlier in December and projects a policy rate of 3.4% by end-2026. Housing affordability remains tight, and commercial real estate fundamentals vary by property type. Forecasters see 2026 mortgage rates between 5.77% and 6.18%.
25 December 2025
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Basic Materials Stocks on Dec. 25, 2025: Copper at Record Highs, Steel Trade Frictions, and the 2026 Outlook for Metals, Mining, and Chemicals

Basic Materials Stocks on Dec. 25, 2025: Copper at Record Highs, Steel Trade Frictions, and the 2026 Outlook for Metals, Mining, and Chemicals

Copper surged above $12,000 per tonne, hitting record highs amid tariff concerns and supply disruptions. U.S. markets remained closed for Christmas, with light trading expected to continue through the week. Materials stocks lagged, down about 0.32% in a holiday-thin session, while Financials led gains. Asian markets traded mixed; China shares rose, Japan’s Nikkei edged up, and oil prices slipped.
25 December 2025
Energy Stocks Outlook 2026: Dec. 25, 2025 News Roundup on Oil Prices, LNG, Natural Gas and Sanctions

Energy Stocks Outlook 2026: Dec. 25, 2025 News Roundup on Oil Prices, LNG, Natural Gas and Sanctions

Brent crude settled near $61–$62 per barrel and WTI at $58, with forecasts pointing to a 2026 oil surplus and weaker prices. The U.S. EIA projects Brent averaging $55 and WTI $51 in 2026 as global inventories rise. Geopolitical moves involving Venezuela, Russia, and European sanctions continue to inject volatility, especially in LNG and shipping stocks.
25 December 2025
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Industrials Stocks Outlook 2026: Today’s News, Forecasts, and Key Catalysts Shaping Industrial Stocks on Dec. 25, 2025

Industrials Stocks Outlook 2026: Today’s News, Forecasts, and Key Catalysts Shaping Industrial Stocks on Dec. 25, 2025

The Dow and S&P 500 closed at record highs in a shortened session Dec. 24 before U.S. markets shut for Christmas. Industrials stocks remain in focus as investors weigh Fed rate cut expectations, mixed manufacturing data, and ongoing investment in defense and AI-driven infrastructure. Trading volumes were thin ahead of the holiday. The Fed cut rates by 25 basis points on Dec. 10.
25 December 2025
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Healthcare Stocks Outlook (Dec. 25, 2025): Wegovy Pill Breakthrough, FDA Approvals, and a New Wave of M&A Heading Into 2026

Healthcare Stocks Outlook (Dec. 25, 2025): Wegovy Pill Breakthrough, FDA Approvals, and a New Wave of M&A Heading Into 2026

The FDA approved Novo Nordisk’s oral Wegovy pill for chronic weight management, marking the first U.S. approval of an oral GLP‑1 for obesity. The decision sent biotech shares higher and intensified competition in the obesity drug market. U.S. markets were closed for Christmas. Novo Nordisk plans a U.S. launch in early January 2026.
25 December 2025
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Financial Services Stocks Outlook (Dec. 25, 2025): Bank Stocks, Insurance Shares and Fintech Enter 2026 With Rates, Regulation and Digital Payments in Focus

Financial Services Stocks Outlook (Dec. 25, 2025): Bank Stocks, Insurance Shares and Fintech Enter 2026 With Rates, Regulation and Digital Payments in Focus

The Dow and S&P 500 closed at record highs in the final U.S. session before Christmas, with financial stocks among the top performers. Central banks cut rates 32 times in 2025, fueling momentum for financials into 2026. Trading volumes were thin ahead of the holiday, and U.S. markets are closed Thursday for Christmas Day.
25 December 2025
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Technology Stocks Today (Dec. 25, 2025): Nvidia’s Groq Move, Apple’s China Signal, and the 2026 Tech Stock Forecast Wall Street Is Debating

Technology Stocks Today (Dec. 25, 2025): Nvidia’s Groq Move, Apple’s China Signal, and the 2026 Tech Stock Forecast Wall Street Is Debating

Nvidia has licensed inference chip technology from startup Groq and will hire Groq’s CEO Jonathan Ross and other senior staff. U.S. equity markets are closed for Christmas after the Dow and S&P 500 hit record highs in a thinly traded Dec. 24 session. Tech stocks remain in focus as investors assess AI sector leadership and 2026 growth forecasts. Asian markets were mixed, with Japan’s Nikkei rising.
25 December 2025
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Cloud Computing Stocks Outlook 2026: The Biggest Winners, Risks, and Fresh Analyst Calls as AI Supercharges the Cloud (Dec. 25, 2025)

Cloud Computing Stocks Outlook 2026: The Biggest Winners, Risks, and Fresh Analyst Calls as AI Supercharges the Cloud (Dec. 25, 2025)

Global cloud infrastructure spending reached $102.6 billion in Q3 2025, up 25% from a year earlier, with AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud taking 66% of the market. Tech firms issued $428.3 billion in bonds in 2025 to fund AI and cloud expansion, while credit markets show rising caution. AWS posted 20% revenue growth, Azure 40%, and Google Cloud 36% for the quarter.
25 December 2025
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Data Center Stocks in 2025: AI Capex Forecasts, Power Constraints, and the 2026 Outlook (Dec. 25, 2025)

Data Center Stocks in 2025: AI Capex Forecasts, Power Constraints, and the 2026 Outlook (Dec. 25, 2025)

U.S. markets are closed for Christmas after an early close on December 24. Microsoft plans a $400 million data center near San Antonio, with completion expected by 2028, according to local reports. Goldman Sachs projects AI companies may invest over $500 billion in 2026, as power demand from data centers drives new records, per the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
25 December 2025
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Night Sky Today (Dec. 25, 2025): Christmas Crescent Moon Near Saturn as Jupiter Shines Like a “Christmas Star”

Night Sky Today (Dec. 25, 2025): Christmas Crescent Moon Near Saturn as Jupiter Shines Like a “Christmas Star”

A waxing crescent Moon and Saturn appear low in the southwest after sunset on December 25, while Jupiter rises in the east and dominates the night sky. The Moon sets before midnight for most U.S. locations, leaving darker skies for late-night viewing and possible Ursid meteors. Aurora forecasts remain below storm levels despite recent solar wind activity.
25 December 2025
Comet 3I/ATLAS Today (Dec. 25, 2025): Latest Updates, Skywatching Forecast, and What Scientists Expect Next

Comet 3I/ATLAS Today (Dec. 25, 2025): Latest Updates, Skywatching Forecast, and What Scientists Expect Next

Comet 3I/ATLAS, the third confirmed interstellar object, is receding from Earth after its closest approach on Dec. 19, 2025, at 1.8 AU. As of Dec. 25, it sits in Leo, about 1.814 AU from Earth and 2.463 AU from the Sun, moving away at 9.56 km/s. NASA and ESA spacecraft continue to monitor its dust jets and spectra. The comet remains too faint for naked-eye viewing but is accessible to telescopes.
25 December 2025
Space and Defense Stocks Outlook for 2026: Rocket Lab, Lockheed, RTX, AST SpaceMobile and the Golden Dome Catalyst

Space and Defense Stocks Outlook for 2026: Rocket Lab, Lockheed, RTX, AST SpaceMobile and the Golden Dome Catalyst

U.S. Space Force’s Space Development Agency awarded $3.5 billion to Lockheed Martin, Rocket Lab, Northrop Grumman, and L3Harris for 72 missile-tracking satellites, with launches aimed for fiscal 2029. Defense and space stocks drew focus over the holiday, as investors weighed new contracts, rising export demand, and Washington’s scrutiny of contractor performance and payouts. U.S. markets remain closed for Christmas.
25 December 2025
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Quantum Computing Stocks on Dec. 25, 2025: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and 2026 Outlook for IonQ, D-Wave, Rigetti and QUBT

Quantum Computing Stocks on Dec. 25, 2025: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and 2026 Outlook for IonQ, D-Wave, Rigetti and QUBT

U.S. stock markets were closed Dec. 25, but short interest in quantum computing stocks remained high. D-Wave Quantum’s short interest rose to 41.81 million shares, or 12.12% of float, up 3.95% from the last report. Rigetti Computing’s short interest fell slightly to 43.49 million shares, or 13.24% of float. Investors are watching institutional moves and new research forecasts as volatility persists.
25 December 2025
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Rare Metals Stocks on Dec. 25, 2025: Rare Earth and Antimony Shares in Focus as China Addresses Magnet Export Controls and 2026 Forecasts

Rare Metals Stocks on Dec. 25, 2025: Rare Earth and Antimony Shares in Focus as China Addresses Magnet Export Controls and 2026 Forecasts

China’s Commerce Ministry said Dec. 25 it will “actively promote and facilitate compliant trade” on rare-earth magnet exports but gave no sign of easing export curbs. Investors remain focused on supply security as U.S. and Chinese policy moves continue to drive sharp swings in rare metals stocks. The U.S. Geological Survey flagged elevated risks in key minerals including gallium and tungsten.
25 December 2025
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Stock Market Today

  • Indian Stock Market Outlook: Sensex and Nifty 50 Face Uncertainty Amid US-Iran Tensions
    April 26, 2026, 3:59 AM EDT. Indian equity markets paused after two weeks of gains, with the Nifty 50 falling 1.87% below 23,900 on rising crude prices and geopolitical tensions. Experts predict a tentative Monday opening gap-up, but warn of a fragile market environment driven by oil prices, geopolitical clarity, and corporate earnings. The Sensex fell 2.33% last week; analysts highlight 77,000 as a critical resistance for a bullish reversal, with support at 76,500 and 76,000. For Nifty 50, resistance lies between 24,000 and 24,350, with support at 23,800 and 23,700, and a breakdown below 23,500 could lead to further declines. Traders are urged to manage risks amid expected volatility amid ongoing US-Iran developments.

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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 26.04.2026

26 April 2026
LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 26, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 26, 2026, 3:59 AM EDT Indian Stock Market Outlook: Sensex and Nifty 50 Face Uncertainty Amid US-Iran Tensions April 26, 2026, 3:59 AM EDT. **Indian equity markets** paused after two weeks of gains, with the Nifty 50 falling 1.87% below 23,900 on rising crude prices and geopolitical tensions. Experts predict a tentative Monday opening gap-up, but warn of a **fragile market** environment driven by oil prices, geopolitical clarity, and corporate earnings. The Sensex fell 2.33% last week; analysts highlight 77,000 as a critical resistance for a bullish reversal, with support
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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