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.

XRP Price Today (Dec. 17, 2025): XRP Trades Near $1.89 as ETF Inflows Top $1B and CME Launches New XRP Futures

XRP Price Today (Dec. 17, 2025): XRP Trades Near $1.89 as ETF Inflows Top $1B and CME Launches New XRP Futures

XRP traded around $1.89 midday Wednesday, holding below the $2.00 mark despite CME Group’s Dec. 15 launch of Spot‑Quoted XRP futures and growth in U.S.-listed spot XRP ETFs. The token’s price ranged from $1.88 to $1.98, with analysts citing cautious sentiment and repeated failures to sustain moves above $2. A daily close below $1.90 could signal further downside, according to FXStreet.
17 December 2025
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JPMorgan Chase Stock News Today (Dec. 17, 2025): JPM Holds Near $318 as $350B Treasury Shift, Credit Headlines, and Analyst Forecasts Shape 2026 Outlook

JPMorgan Chase Stock News Today (Dec. 17, 2025): JPM Holds Near $318 as $350B Treasury Shift, Credit Headlines, and Analyst Forecasts Shape 2026 Outlook

JPMorgan Chase shares rose 0.75% to $317.92 by mid-morning Wednesday after reports the bank moved nearly $350 billion from its Federal Reserve account into U.S. Treasuries since late 2023. The shift is seen as a bet on falling interest rates. A Reuters item on a bankrupt auto dealer also renewed attention to JPMorgan’s credit risk.
17 December 2025
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Bitcoin Price Today (Dec. 17, 2025, 12:25 UTC): BTC Hovers Near $87K as ETF Outflows, Fed Uncertainty, and Corporate Buying Collide

Bitcoin Price Today (Dec. 17, 2025, 12:25 UTC): BTC Hovers Near $87K as ETF Outflows, Fed Uncertainty, and Corporate Buying Collide

Bitcoin traded near $86,517 on Wednesday, over 30% below its October peak. U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs saw two days of outflows, with $357.6 million withdrawn Dec. 15 and $277.2 million on Dec. 16. Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) disclosed another large Bitcoin purchase on Dec. 15. Market focus remains on Federal Reserve signals and upcoming inflation data.
17 December 2025
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Pfizer Stock (PFE) Today: 2026 Guidance Triggers Fresh Scrutiny—News, Forecasts, Analyst Targets and Dividend Outlook (Dec. 17, 2025)

Pfizer Stock (PFE) Today: 2026 Guidance Triggers Fresh Scrutiny—News, Forecasts, Analyst Targets and Dividend Outlook (Dec. 17, 2025)

Pfizer shares traded near $25.50 Wednesday after the company issued 2026 revenue guidance of $59.5–$62.5 billion and forecast adjusted EPS of $2.80–$3.00, below Wall Street expectations. The company also cut its 2025 revenue outlook to about $62 billion. Shares fell about 5% after the update. Pfizer cited lower COVID product sales and ongoing patent losses as key headwinds.
17 December 2025
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Robinhood (HOOD) Stock Rises as Prediction Markets Expand and “Cortex” AI Nears Launch — News, Analyst Forecasts and Outlook (Dec. 17, 2025)

Robinhood (HOOD) Stock Rises as Prediction Markets Expand and “Cortex” AI Nears Launch — News, Analyst Forecasts and Outlook (Dec. 17, 2025)

Robinhood shares rose 2% to $121.82 after the company expanded its sports-focused event contracts, including new bets on individual football player performance. The firm also launched “preset combos,” allowing users to bundle multiple predictions into a single contract. Over 1 million customers have traded 11 billion contracts since late 2024, according to Axios. Regulators are increasing scrutiny as these products resemble sports betting.
17 December 2025
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ServiceNow Stock (NYSE: NOW) Today: Armis Deal Buzz, Analyst Price Targets, and the 5-for-1 Split — What Investors Are Watching on Dec. 17, 2025

ServiceNow Stock (NYSE: NOW) Today: Armis Deal Buzz, Analyst Price Targets, and the 5-for-1 Split — What Investors Are Watching on Dec. 17, 2025

ServiceNow shares rose 3.3% to $806.62 as of 15:36 UTC Wednesday, rebounding after an earlier selloff tied to unconfirmed reports of advanced talks to acquire cybersecurity firm Armis for up to $7 billion. The move follows a wave of analyst actions and comes ahead of a 5-for-1 stock split, with split-adjusted trading set for December 18.
17 December 2025
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Palantir Stock (PLTR) News Today: Tech Force Buzz, Navy ShipOS Deal, and Analyst Targets in Focus (Dec. 17, 2025)

Palantir Stock (PLTR) News Today: Tech Force Buzz, Navy ShipOS Deal, and Analyst Targets in Focus (Dec. 17, 2025)

Palantir shares traded at $184–$185 in late morning Wednesday, down 1%–2%. Bank of America reiterated a $255 price target, citing government tech modernization efforts that list Palantir as a partner. The stock is up 142% year-to-date, but valuation and legal risks remain concerns. The U.S. Navy is deploying Palantir’s platforms in its ShipOS initiative.
17 December 2025
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Gold Price Today at 12:10 (Dec. 17, 2025): Spot Gold Near $4,333 as Fed Cut Bets and $5,000 Forecasts Fuel the Rally

Gold Price Today at 12:10 (Dec. 17, 2025): Spot Gold Near $4,333 as Fed Cut Bets and $5,000 Forecasts Fuel the Rally

Spot gold hovered near $4,333 per ounce around 12:10, up about 0.7% on the day, holding above $4,300 as investors weighed US labor data and inflation signals. Intraday trading ranged from $4,302 to $4,349. Renewed expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts and geopolitical tensions supported prices. US gold futures also traded higher in early US hours.
17 December 2025
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Global Stock Markets Today (Dec. 17, 2025, 12:09 GMT): Europe Climbs on UK Inflation Surprise as Investors Brace for CPI and Central Bank Decisions

Global Stock Markets Today (Dec. 17, 2025, 12:09 GMT): Europe Climbs on UK Inflation Surprise as Investors Brace for CPI and Central Bank Decisions

European stocks climbed Wednesday after UK inflation fell to 3.2% in November, fueling expectations of a Bank of England rate cut. The STOXX 600 rose 0.4%, led by banks, energy, and miners. Sterling weakened and gilt yields dropped as traders priced in a 25-basis-point cut. Asian markets saw selective gains amid optimism in AI and chips, while Japan faced bond-market stress.
17 December 2025
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US Stock Market Today at 11:59 a.m. ET: S&P 500 and Dow Slip as AI Stocks Slide Again, Oil Jumps on Venezuela Blockade

US Stock Market Today at 11:59 a.m. ET: S&P 500 and Dow Slip as AI Stocks Slide Again, Oil Jumps on Venezuela Blockade

The S&P 500 fell 0.8% and the Nasdaq dropped 1.25% late Wednesday morning as declines in AI-linked mega-caps like Nvidia and Oracle outweighed gains in energy stocks. Oil prices rose after President Trump ordered a blockade of sanctioned tankers into Venezuela, lifting U.S. crude by 1.5% to $56 a barrel. Most stocks traded higher, but losses in heavyweight tech names dragged major indexes lower.
17 December 2025
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S&P 500 Index Today (Dec. 17, 2025, 11:47 a.m. ET): Wall Street Slips as AI Stocks Weigh, Oil Rebounds, and Fed-Cut Debate Intensifies

S&P 500 Index Today (Dec. 17, 2025, 11:47 a.m. ET): Wall Street Slips as AI Stocks Weigh, Oil Rebounds, and Fed-Cut Debate Intensifies

The S&P 500 hovered near 6,760 late Wednesday morning, down 0.6% and on track for a fourth straight decline. Mega-cap and AI-linked stocks slid, with Nvidia among the biggest drags, while energy shares rose as oil prices rebounded on geopolitical news. The index traded between 6,742 and 6,812 after closing at 6,800.26 Tuesday.
17 December 2025
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Dow Jones Today (Dec. 17, 2025): DJIA at 11:45 a.m. ET, Key News Drivers, Forecasts, and Market Outlook Since Dec. 15

Dow Jones Today (Dec. 17, 2025): DJIA at 11:45 a.m. ET, Key News Drivers, Forecasts, and Market Outlook Since Dec. 15

The Dow Jones Industrial Average stood at 48,051.78 at 11:45 a.m. ET Wednesday, down 62.48 points. Shares linked to AI fell after Oracle’s data-center funding setback, while energy stocks rose as oil prices rebounded on U.S. action against Venezuelan tankers. Salesforce and Procter & Gamble lifted the index earlier; Caterpillar and NVIDIA weighed it down later.
17 December 2025
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Netflix Stock (NFLX) Jumps on Warner Bros. Discovery Board Decision: Today’s News, Analyst Forecasts, and 2026 Outlook (Dec. 17, 2025)

Netflix Stock (NFLX) Jumps on Warner Bros. Discovery Board Decision: Today’s News, Analyst Forecasts, and 2026 Outlook (Dec. 17, 2025)

Warner Bros. Discovery’s board on Dec. 17 rejected Paramount Skydance’s hostile takeover bid and reaffirmed support for its agreed merger with Netflix. Netflix shares rose 2.6% to $97.07 as of 15:21 UTC. The WBD board called Paramount’s offer “illusory” and cited concerns over financing. The board’s stance clarified the deal landscape but left regulatory hurdles unresolved.
17 December 2025
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Costco Stock (COST) Today: News, Analyst Forecasts, and What’s Driving Shares on December 17, 2025

Costco Stock (COST) Today: News, Analyst Forecasts, and What’s Driving Shares on December 17, 2025

Costco shares hovered near a 12-month low on December 17, trading around $862 after a rare analyst downgrade and debate over membership renewal rates. The company’s Q1 fiscal 2026 results beat expectations, with net sales up 8.2% to $65.98 billion and membership fees rising, but renewal rates dipped slightly. Investors cited valuation concerns and a lack of new catalysts for the stock’s decline.
17 December 2025
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Micron Technology (MU) Stock on Dec. 17, 2025: Earnings Preview, Analyst Forecasts, and What’s Driving Wall Street’s Bullish Reset

Micron Technology (MU) Stock on Dec. 17, 2025: Earnings Preview, Analyst Forecasts, and What’s Driving Wall Street’s Bullish Reset

Micron Technology will report fiscal Q1 2026 results after markets close Wednesday, with an earnings call at 4:30 p.m. ET. Shares traded near $234.55 by mid-morning amid heavy volatility and analyst upgrades. Wall Street expects revenue of about $12.9 billion and adjusted EPS of $3.96. The stock has surged in 2025 on optimism over tight supply, rising memory prices, and AI-driven demand.
17 December 2025
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Oracle Stock Today (ORCL): Blue Owl Funding Snag Puts $10B Michigan AI Data Center in Spotlight — News, Forecasts, and Analyst Outlook (Dec. 17, 2025)

Oracle Stock Today (ORCL): Blue Owl Funding Snag Puts $10B Michigan AI Data Center in Spotlight — News, Forecasts, and Analyst Outlook (Dec. 17, 2025)

Oracle shares fell 3.8% to $181.45 midday Wednesday after reports that Blue Owl Capital will not back a $10 billion Michigan data center project tied to OpenAI. Oracle said talks remain “on schedule.” The Wall Street Journal highlighted investor concerns over Oracle’s $523 billion AI backlog and execution risks. Citizens reiterated a $342 price target.
17 December 2025
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Alphabet (GOOG) Class C Stock News Today: Waymo’s $100B+ Funding Talks, Gemini Expansion, and Fresh Analyst Targets (Dec. 17, 2025)

Alphabet (GOOG) Class C Stock News Today: Waymo’s $100B+ Funding Talks, Gemini Expansion, and Fresh Analyst Targets (Dec. 17, 2025)

Alphabet Class C shares fell 1.8% to around $302 Wednesday amid volatile trading, with the company’s market cap near $3.7 trillion. Waymo is in talks to raise over $10 billion at a valuation of at least $100 billion, Reuters reported. Google also launched an experimental AI agent, “CC,” for paid U.S. and Canadian users.
17 December 2025
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Amazon Stock (AMZN) Today: $10B OpenAI Investment Talks, Trainium Chip Catalyst, and Analyst Forecasts (Dec. 17, 2025)

Amazon Stock (AMZN) Today: $10B OpenAI Investment Talks, Trainium Chip Catalyst, and Analyst Forecasts (Dec. 17, 2025)

Amazon is in talks to invest about $10 billion in OpenAI, according to multiple reports on Dec. 17. The potential deal could see OpenAI adopt Amazon’s Trainium AI chips and deepen its use of AWS. AMZN traded near $222.56 as of 14:19 UTC, up about 1.4% in early trading after the news. Microsoft’s existing stake and cloud exclusivity remain a factor in negotiations.
17 December 2025
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Stock Market Today

  • LSEG Cancels 1.24 Million Shares After Latest Buyback Tranche
    April 28, 2026, 11:56 AM EDT. London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) repurchased and cancelled over 1.24 million ordinary shares between April 20-24, 2026, reducing its share count to 494 million. The buyback, executed via Goldman Sachs International, involved shares priced between £93.40 and £100.30. This cancellation reflects LSEG's focus on capital returns and balance-sheet efficiency. The updated share count adjusts voting rights and disclosure thresholds under the UK's FCA transparency rules. Analysts maintain a positive outlook; TipRanks' AI Analyst rates LSEG as 'Outperform' due to strong revenue growth, margin expansion, and buybacks despite concerns over valuation. LSEG operates global financial market infrastructure and data services. The company's market capitalization stands at £49.35 billion with a strong buy technical sentiment signal.

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Microsoft Stock Today: Why MSFT Is Flat Before a Crucial Azure Earnings Test

Microsoft Stock Today: Why MSFT Is Flat Before a Crucial Azure Earnings Test

28 April 2026
Microsoft shares edged up 0.3% to $426.14 Tuesday as investors awaited fiscal third-quarter results due Wednesday. The company’s revised OpenAI deal allows OpenAI to serve customers on any cloud, ending Microsoft’s exclusive rights but keeping it as primary partner. Azure revenue is expected to rise about 40% for the quarter. Microsoft will receive a 20% cut of OpenAI revenue through 2030.
Amazon Stock Today: Why AMZN Is Slipping Before a High-Stakes AI Earnings Test

Amazon Stock Today: Why AMZN Is Slipping Before a High-Stakes AI Earnings Test

28 April 2026
Amazon shares slipped 0.4% to $260.11 Tuesday as investors awaited first-quarter results, due after Wednesday’s close alongside reports from Alphabet, Microsoft, and Meta. Analysts expect AWS revenue to rise nearly 26% to $36.8 billion, with total revenue seen at $177 billion. Wall Street is focused on whether AWS growth justifies Amazon’s heavy AI infrastructure spending.
AMD Stock Drops Today as OpenAI Worries Hit the AI Chip Trade Before Earnings

AMD Stock Drops Today as OpenAI Worries Hit the AI Chip Trade Before Earnings

28 April 2026
AMD shares fell 4.2% to $320.66 Tuesday after a report said OpenAI missed user and revenue targets, raising concerns about future data-center spending. Northland Capital downgraded AMD less than a week before its earnings report. The selloff spread to other AI chip stocks, including Nvidia and Arm Holdings. OpenAI and AMD have a multi-year GPU supply agreement set to begin later in 2026.
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