Today: 28 April 2026

Khadija Saeed

A dedicated markets reporter, she covers stocks, macroeconomics, and major business developments with a sharp eye for detail and accuracy.

Microsoft Stock (MSFT) After Hours on Dec. 19, 2025: Closing Price, Late Trading Moves, and What to Watch Before the Next Opening Bell

Microsoft Stock (MSFT) After Hours on Dec. 19, 2025: Closing Price, Late Trading Moves, and What to Watch Before the Next Opening Bell

Microsoft shares closed at $485.92 Friday, up 0.4%, then slipped to around $485 in after-hours trading on volume of 16.3 million shares. The session was shaped by AI-driven gains and heavy options expirations, with about $7.1 trillion in contracts expiring. Microsoft’s market cap stood near $3.85 trillion. The S&P 500 rose 0.9%, Nasdaq 1.3%.
20 December 2025
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Carvana (CVNA) Stock After Hours Today, Dec. 19, 2025: Why Shares Slipped, New Price Targets, and What to Watch Before the Next Market Open

Carvana (CVNA) Stock After Hours Today, Dec. 19, 2025: Why Shares Slipped, New Price Targets, and What to Watch Before the Next Market Open

Carvana shares closed down 3.33% at $450.22 on Friday, December 19, after a volatile session tied to triple witching and ahead of its S&P 500 inclusion next week. Volume surged to about 28.5 million shares. The stock edged up to $451.01 in after-hours trading. Carvana joins the S&P 500 before the market opens Monday, December 22.
20 December 2025
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CRH PLC Stock After the Bell (Dec. 19, 2025): Shares Slip on Triple Witching Volume Ahead of S&P 500 Entry — What to Know Before the Next Market Open

CRH PLC Stock After the Bell (Dec. 19, 2025): Shares Slip on Triple Witching Volume Ahead of S&P 500 Entry — What to Know Before the Next Market Open

CRH plc shares closed at $124.42 Friday, down 2.16%, with volume surging to about 120 million amid “triple witching” and index rebalancing. The company disclosed a repurchase of 31,200 shares on Dec. 18 at an average price of $126.57. CRH is set to join the S&P 500 before trading opens on Dec. 22, 2025. No major earnings or deal news was reported.
20 December 2025
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Natural Gas Prices Today (Dec. 19, 2025, 04:54): Henry Hub Whipsaws on Weather vs LNG Exports, Europe’s TTF Firms, and Asia LNG Slides to a 20‑Month Low

Natural Gas Prices Today (Dec. 19, 2025, 04:54): Henry Hub Whipsaws on Weather vs LNG Exports, Europe’s TTF Firms, and Asia LNG Slides to a 20‑Month Low

U.S. natural gas futures rose 2% Friday to $3.984/MMBtu, rebounding from lows despite forecasts for warmer weather and falling demand. European TTF climbed to €28.05/MWh on weaker wind output, while Asian spot LNG dropped to $9.50/MMBtu, its lowest since April. U.S. LNG export feedgas held near record highs at 18.5 bcfd, offsetting softer domestic consumption.
20 December 2025
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Micron (MU) Stock After Hours on Dec. 19, 2025: Record Close, Surging Price Targets, and What to Watch Before the Next Market Open

Micron (MU) Stock After Hours on Dec. 19, 2025: Record Close, Surging Price Targets, and What to Watch Before the Next Market Open

Micron shares closed Friday at $265.92, up nearly 7%, and rose to about $267.49 in after-hours trading. The stock hit an intraday high near $268 as investors reacted to strong Q1 results and guidance, including forecast February-quarter revenue of $18.7 billion and adjusted EPS of $8.42, both well above analyst expectations. U.S. markets reopen Monday, December 22.
20 December 2025
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Apple Stock After Hours Today (Dec. 19, 2025): AAPL Closes Higher, Dips in Extended Trading — Key News, Forecasts, and What to Watch Before the Next Market Open

Apple Stock After Hours Today (Dec. 19, 2025): AAPL Closes Higher, Dips in Extended Trading — Key News, Forecasts, and What to Watch Before the Next Market Open

Apple closed at $273.67 Friday, up 0.54%, then slipped to $272.71 in after-hours trading. Volume surged to 142.55 million shares as over $7 trillion in contracts expired on a “triple witching” day. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq also climbed, led by tech gains. A U.S. appeals court agreed to review a proposed App Store class action.
20 December 2025
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Tesla Stock After Hours Today (Dec. 19, 2025): TSLA Closes Near $481 as Musk Pay Ruling, California DMV Pressure, and New Analyst Targets Shape Monday’s Setup

Tesla Stock After Hours Today (Dec. 19, 2025): TSLA Closes Near $481 as Musk Pay Ruling, California DMV Pressure, and New Analyst Targets Shape Monday’s Setup

Tesla closed Friday at $481.20, down 0.45%, after trading between $474.72 and $490.49. The stock edged up to about $482.52 in after-hours trading. The Delaware Supreme Court reinstated Elon Musk’s 2018 pay package late Friday, restoring options to acquire roughly 304 million shares.
19 December 2025
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NVIDIA Stock After Hours Today (Dec. 19, 2025): NVDA Jumps on China H200 Export Review, Intel Deal Clearance, and Fresh Price Targets—What to Know Before the Next Market Open

NVIDIA Stock After Hours Today (Dec. 19, 2025): NVDA Jumps on China H200 Export Review, Intel Deal Clearance, and Fresh Price Targets—What to Know Before the Next Market Open

NVIDIA shares jumped 3.85% to $180.99 Friday after a Reuters report said the Trump administration is reviewing whether to allow H200 chip sales to China, potentially reversing Biden-era restrictions. Trading volume hit 323.4 million shares. The Commerce Department has sent Nvidia’s license applications to multiple agencies, with a final decision expected from President Trump. Markets reopen Monday at 9:30 a.m. ET.
19 December 2025
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Silver Price Today at 4:49 PM ET (19 Dec 2025): XAG/USD Near $67 as Record Rally Extends on Rate-Cut Bets and Tight Supply

Silver Price Today at 4:49 PM ET (19 Dec 2025): XAG/USD Near $67 as Record Rally Extends on Rate-Cut Bets and Tight Supply

Spot silver surged to a record high near $67.45 per ounce in late New York trading Friday, closing around $67.17–$67.38/oz at 4:49 PM ET. The metal jumped 2.6% on the day and is up about 8.4% for the week, gaining roughly 132% year-to-date. Traders cited Fed rate-cut expectations, strong ETF inflows, and retail buying amid tight supply.
19 December 2025
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Gold Price Today (Dec. 19, 2025, 4:48 PM ET): Spot Gold Near $4,338 as Fed-Cut Bets Clash With a Firmer Dollar; 2026 Forecasts Point to $4,450–$5,000

Gold Price Today (Dec. 19, 2025, 4:48 PM ET): Spot Gold Near $4,338 as Fed-Cut Bets Clash With a Firmer Dollar; 2026 Forecasts Point to $4,450–$5,000

Spot gold held near record highs at $4,338.20 per ounce at 4:48 p.m. ET Friday, as softer U.S. inflation data and rate cut bets clashed with a firm dollar. U.S. gold futures settled at $4,387.3. The U.S. dollar index stood at 98.62, while silver hit a record intraday high of $67.45 per ounce before closing at $67.14.
19 December 2025
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Global Stock Markets Today (Dec. 19, 2025): AI Stocks Lift Wall Street, Europe Closes at a Record, BOJ Hike Hits the Yen

Global Stock Markets Today (Dec. 19, 2025): AI Stocks Lift Wall Street, Europe Closes at a Record, BOJ Hike Hits the Yen

The S&P 500 rose 0.9% and the Nasdaq gained 1.3% Friday as investors bought technology and AI shares, shrugging off central bank signals and U.S. data disruptions. The STOXX 600 closed at a record high after the Bank of Japan raised rates to a 30-year peak, sending the yen sharply lower. Nvidia, Broadcom, and Oracle led gains, while Nike fell on tariff concerns.
19 December 2025
Chipotle Stock (CMG) News on Dec. 19, 2025: High‑Protein Menu, Buybacks, and Wall Street Forecasts Ahead of Q4 Earnings

Chipotle Stock (CMG) News on Dec. 19, 2025: High‑Protein Menu, Buybacks, and Wall Street Forecasts Ahead of Q4 Earnings

Chipotle shares traded near $37.82 on December 19, 2025, with a $52.5 billion market cap and a trailing P/E of 34. The company announced a High Protein Menu launching December 23 in the U.S. and Canada. Evercore ISI reiterated an Outperform rating and raised Q4 EPS estimates. Voya Investment Management reduced its CMG position in Q3, while analysts debated the impact of slowing traffic and new menu items.
19 December 2025
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Analog Devices Stock (NASDAQ: ADI) News and Forecasts for Dec. 19, 2025: Price Targets Rise as AI Infrastructure and Industrial Demand Rebound

Analog Devices Stock (NASDAQ: ADI) News and Forecasts for Dec. 19, 2025: Price Targets Rise as AI Infrastructure and Industrial Demand Rebound

Analog Devices shares traded near $275.88 Friday, close to recent highs after a strong Q4 and positive 2026 outlook. Truist raised its price target to $291, while Zacks lifted its Q1 2026 EPS estimate to $2.29. Voya Investment Management increased its stake by 22.3% in Q3. Reports indicate ADI may raise prices up to 30% on some products in February 2026.
19 December 2025
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Pfizer Stock (PFE) News Today: 2026 Guidance, Analyst Price Targets, Dividend Outlook and Key Catalysts on Dec. 19, 2025

Pfizer Stock (PFE) News Today: 2026 Guidance, Analyst Price Targets, Dividend Outlook and Key Catalysts on Dec. 19, 2025

Pfizer shares closed at $25.37 on Dec. 19, 2025, up 1.3% with volume near 43.5 million. The company forecast 2026 revenue of $59.5–$62.5 billion and adjusted EPS of $2.80–$3.00, citing lower COVID product sales and patent expirations as key drags. Investors tracked a positive bladder cancer trial and new U.S. drug-pricing rules affecting Pfizer’s portfolio.
19 December 2025
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SoFi Technologies Stock (SOFI) Today: SoFiUSD Stablecoin Launch, Analyst Targets, and Key Risks to Watch on Dec. 19, 2025

SoFi Technologies Stock (SOFI) Today: SoFiUSD Stablecoin Launch, Analyst Targets, and Key Risks to Watch on Dec. 19, 2025

SoFi Technologies launched SoFiUSD, a U.S. dollar stablecoin issued by SoFi Bank, on Dec. 19, 2025, pushing the company further into blockchain payments. SOFI shares rose about 2.2% to $27.13 in late trading, with volume near 85 million. The stablecoin, backed 1:1 with cash reserves, debuted on Ethereum, with plans for wider rollout. SoFi says retail access will follow in the coming months.
19 December 2025
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Adobe Stock (ADBE) News Today: AI Video Push, Lawsuit Risk, Analyst Forecasts and Price Outlook on Dec. 19, 2025

Adobe Stock (ADBE) News Today: AI Video Push, Lawsuit Risk, Analyst Forecasts and Price Outlook on Dec. 19, 2025

Adobe shares traded near $355 on Dec. 19, 2025, after a volatile year marked by AI developments and copyright litigation. The company reported record Q4 revenue of $6.19 billion and full-year revenue of $23.77 billion, with 11% annual growth. Investors remain focused on legal risks and the impact of generative AI on Adobe’s business model.
19 December 2025
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CRH plc Stock (NYSE: CRH) in Focus: Buyback Update, S&P 500 Addition, Analyst Price Targets and 2025 Outlook (Dec. 19, 2025)

CRH plc Stock (NYSE: CRH) in Focus: Buyback Update, S&P 500 Addition, Analyst Price Targets and 2025 Outlook (Dec. 19, 2025)

CRH plc said it repurchased 31,200 shares on December 18 at an average price of $126.57, cancelling the shares as part of its $300 million buyback program. The company will join the S&P 500 before trading opens on December 22. CRH shares last traded around $127. After cancellation, CRH will have about 669 million ordinary shares in issue and 38 million in treasury.
19 December 2025
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  • Cenovus Energy Outperforms Market with Strong Earnings Outlook
    April 27, 2026, 8:14 PM EDT. Cenovus Energy (CVE) gained 1.86% to $26.78, outpacing the S&P 500's 0.12% rise. Despite a 1.98% drop over the past month, CVE exceeded the Oils-Energy sector's 2.71% loss. Analysts expect a 75% increase in earnings per share (EPS) to $0.56 this quarter, though revenue forecasts show a slight 0.01% decline to $9.26 billion. For the full year, projections include EPS of $2.28 (+48.05%) and revenue of $35.99 billion (+1.22%). Cenovus holds a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy), reflecting positive analyst revisions and strong sector performance. The stock trades with a forward price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 11.51, below the industry average of 13.12, suggesting potential undervaluation.

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US Stock Market Today: S&P 500, Nasdaq Hit Records as After-Hours Trading Edges Higher

US Stock Market Today: S&P 500, Nasdaq Hit Records as After-Hours Trading Edges Higher

28 April 2026
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed at record highs Monday, while the Dow slipped 62.67 points to 49,168.04. After-hours, major U.S. indexes edged up less than 0.2%. Nvidia jumped 4% to a new high, topping $5 trillion in value, while Domino’s Pizza fell after forecasting weaker 2026 growth. Investors await Big Tech earnings and a Federal Reserve decision this week.
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