Khadija Saeed

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

AMD Stock: What to Know Before the Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025 — China AI Chip Headlines, CES Catalyst, and Wall Street Forecasts

AMD Stock: What to Know Before the Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025 — China AI Chip Headlines, CES Catalyst, and Wall Street Forecasts

Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD) heads into Friday’s Dec. 26 session with investors balancing two powerful forces: a fast-moving China export narrative around AMD’s MI308 AI accelerators, and a steady drumbeat of demand signals from the broader AI infrastructure buildout. U.S. markets are set to reopen for a full trading day on Dec. 26 following the Christmas holiday, after the early close on Dec. 24—a detail that matters because holiday-thin liquidity can amplify headline-driven moves. Reuters Below is a comprehensive pre-market briefing—covering the latest news, the most relevant forecasts and analyst targets, the next catalysts, and the key risks that
Alibaba Stock (BABA) Before the Market Opens Dec. 26, 2025: Latest News, AI Chip Catalysts, Key Risks, and Analyst Targets

Alibaba Stock (BABA) Before the Market Opens Dec. 26, 2025: Latest News, AI Chip Catalysts, Key Risks, and Analyst Targets

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. (NYSE: BABA; HKEX: 9988) heads into the Dec. 26, 2025 U.S. trading session with a familiar mix of powerful narrative and persistent friction: AI-driven cloud momentum on one side, and e-commerce price wars + geopolitics/regulation on the other. For investors looking to position ahead of Friday’s open, the “what matters most” list is unusually clear right now—because several of the biggest near-term catalysts are headline-driven, not spreadsheet-driven: U.S.-China chip policy, China’s tightening stance on platform pricing behavior, and the market’s appetite for “China AI” exposure as global investors hunt alternatives to a potentially overheated U.S. AI
26 December 2025
Costco Stock (COST) Before Market Open Dec. 26, 2025: Earnings Takeaways, Tariff Headwinds, Analyst Targets, and the Next Catalysts

Costco Stock (COST) Before Market Open Dec. 26, 2025: Earnings Takeaways, Tariff Headwinds, Analyst Targets, and the Next Catalysts

U.S. markets reopen Friday, Dec. 26, 2025 for a full session, following an early close on Dec. 24 and the Christmas Day closure—even as federal offices were ordered shut for Dec. 24 and Dec. 26 (the exchanges are sticking to their normal schedule). Reuters For Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ: COST), the setup into the post-holiday session is defined by three big themes: (1) the company’s Q1 fiscal 2026 results and November sales trend, (2) tariff-related uncertainty and a closely watched legal fight to preserve potential duty refunds, and (3) a split Wall Street tape of upgrades/downgrades and price-target changes that
AbbVie Stock (ABBV) Before the Market Opens Dec. 26, 2025: Today’s News, Earnings Outlook, Dividend Update, and Analyst Forecasts

AbbVie Stock (ABBV) Before the Market Opens Dec. 26, 2025: Today’s News, Earnings Outlook, Dividend Update, and Analyst Forecasts

AbbVie Inc. (NYSE: ABBV) heads into the post‑Christmas session with shares near recent highs after a strong 2025 run. U.S. exchanges were closed Thursday, Dec. 25 for Christmas, following an early close on Wednesday, Dec. 24, and markets are scheduled to reopen for a full trading day on Friday, Dec. 26. Reuters With the holiday break compressing headlines into fewer sessions—and year‑end positioning often amplifying short‑term moves—investors watching AbbVie stock ahead of the Dec. 26 open are focused on a few durable storylines: Below is what to know before the bell on Friday, Dec. 26, 2025. ABBV stock price check:
26 December 2025
Bank of America (BAC) Stock: What to Know Before the Dec. 26, 2025 Market Open

Bank of America (BAC) Stock: What to Know Before the Dec. 26, 2025 Market Open

Date: December 25, 2025 Bank of America Corporation (NYSE: BAC) heads into Friday’s December 26, 2025 session with a rare mix of catalysts: a holiday-thinned trading backdrop, a dividend payment date, and a market still digesting the Federal Reserve’s late-2025 rate cuts—while investors look ahead to Bank of America’s Q4 earnings in mid-January. Below is what matters most before the bell, based on the latest company updates, major-market developments, and current analyst expectations. Key takeaways for BAC stock before Friday’s open 1) Where Bank of America stock stands heading into Dec. 26 As of the last U.S. trading day (Dec.
26 December 2025
Netflix Stock (NFLX) Before Market Open Dec. 26, 2025: Warner Bros Deal Fallout, Financing Moves, Earnings Date, and Wall Street Targets

Netflix Stock (NFLX) Before Market Open Dec. 26, 2025: Warner Bros Deal Fallout, Financing Moves, Earnings Date, and Wall Street Targets

U.S. markets reopen for a full trading session on Friday, Dec. 26, 2025, after the Christmas Day holiday—following an early close on Dec. 24. ReutersFor Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ: NFLX), the post-holiday setup is unusually headline-driven: investors are weighing a transformative (and controversial) Warner Bros. acquisition plan, the debt package underpinning it, and the likelihood that regulators stretch the timeline into late 2026. Below is what to know heading into the bell—based on the latest filings, company statements, and analyst commentary available as of Dec. 25, 2025. Where NFLX stands heading into Friday’s open Netflix was around $93.64 in the latest
Palantir (PLTR) Stock: Key News, Earnings Outlook, Analyst Forecasts, and Risks to Watch Before the Dec. 26, 2025 Market Open

Palantir (PLTR) Stock: Key News, Earnings Outlook, Analyst Forecasts, and Risks to Watch Before the Dec. 26, 2025 Market Open

U.S. stock markets reopen for a regular full trading day on Friday, Dec. 26, 2025, following the Christmas Day closure—an important calendar detail because post-holiday sessions often bring lighter liquidity and headline-driven moves. Reuters For Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ: PLTR), the setup heading into the Dec. 26 open is a familiar mix: a stock with outsized momentum, big government and defense catalysts, and a valuation debate that hasn’t gone away. Below is what matters most going into the next session—news, numbers, forecasts, and the risks that can surprise traders at the open. Market setup for Friday, Dec. 26: normal hours, but
Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) Stock: What to Know Before the Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025

Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) Stock: What to Know Before the Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025

U.S. markets reopen for a full session on Friday, Dec. 26, 2025, following the Christmas Day closure—after a holiday-shortened early close on Wednesday, Dec. 24. New York Stock Exchange+1 For Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) investors, the post-holiday open comes with a familiar mix of defensive-stock appeal and headline risk—especially around talc litigation, Washington drug-pricing pressure, and the company’s portfolio reshaping plans. Below is a detailed, publication-ready rundown of the most important news, forecasts, and analysis to know before the bell. JNJ stock snapshot heading into Friday’s open Because U.S. markets were closed on Thursday, Dec. 25, the last meaningful
26 December 2025
Exxon Mobil (XOM) Stock: What to Know Before the Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025

Exxon Mobil (XOM) Stock: What to Know Before the Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025

Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE: XOM) heads into Friday’s (Dec. 26, 2025) market open with its stock trading near recent highs—but with several fast-moving headlines in the background, from Russia-related legacy assets to a potentially major Iraq deal, plus a fresh long-term growth plan that’s reshaping the company’s investment narrative. Because U.S. markets were closed on Christmas Day, the most recent trading session for Exxon was the holiday-shortened Dec. 24 session. XOM closed at $119.22 on Dec. 24 with about 6.14 million shares traded—lighter-than-normal activity that can matter when liquidity returns post-holiday. Yahoo Finance Below is what investors should watch into
26 December 2025
Christmas Supermarket Opening Times 2025: What’s Open in the UK and Ireland on Boxing Day, and What Happens Before New Year

Christmas Supermarket Opening Times 2025: What’s Open in the UK and Ireland on Boxing Day, and What Happens Before New Year

Christmas Day (Thursday, 25 December 2025) has arrived — and with it, the annual wave of “we’ve run out of…” moments. Across the UK and Ireland, the big supermarkets are largely shut today, while Boxing Day / St Stephen’s Day (Friday, 26 December 2025) brings a patchwork of reduced hours, region-by-region exceptions, and a growing trend of major chains choosing to stay closed. Below is a practical, up-to-date guide to Christmas 2025 supermarket opening times — including what happened on Christmas Eve, what’s expected on Boxing Day, and what to plan for between 27 December and New Year’s Day (1
26 December 2025
Mastercard Stock (NYSE: MA): Key News, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch Before the Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025

Mastercard Stock (NYSE: MA): Key News, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch Before the Market Opens on Dec. 26, 2025

U.S. equities reopen for a full session on Friday, Dec. 26, 2025, after the Christmas holiday closure—despite the federal government’s holiday schedule for Dec. 24 and Dec. 26 not changing market hours. Reuters For Mastercard Incorporated (NYSE: MA), the day-after-holiday trade lands with a busy backdrop: fresh legal headlines around card fees, a newly boosted dividend and a sizable new buyback authorization, and a steady stream of product partnerships aimed at expanding beyond “just cards” into tokenization, identity, AI-enabled commerce, and blockchain-linked payment rails. Business Wire Below is what investors typically want in hand before the opening bell on Dec.
26 December 2025
Business Class Upgrades 2025: Qatar Airways Qsuite, Singapore Airlines and the New Seat Race Reshaping Premium Travel

Business Class Upgrades 2025: Qatar Airways Qsuite, Singapore Airlines and the New Seat Race Reshaping Premium Travel

December 25, 2025 is shaping up to be a telling snapshot of where premium flying is headed: fully enclosed suites and smarter sleep tech at the top end, and a widening “middle premium” tier where airlines experiment with new cabins, paid upgrades, and fresh ways to monetize comfort. Across travel and aviation coverage published today, the theme is clear: business class in 2025 isn’t just about lie-flat beds anymore. It’s about privacy, productivity, personalization, and consistency—plus a growing ecosystem of upgrades that airlines increasingly sell rather than give away. Travel And Tour World Below is what’s driving the business-class arms
26 December 2025

Stock Market Today

Stellantis stock slides 24% after €22 billion EV reset kills 2026 dividend — what to watch next

Stellantis stock slides 24% after €22 billion EV reset kills 2026 dividend — what to watch next

7 February 2026
Stellantis shares plunged 23.7% to $7.28 Friday after the company disclosed about €22.2 billion in charges tied to a reset of its electric-vehicle strategy and said it will skip its 2026 dividend. The automaker flagged a preliminary net loss of €19–21 billion for the second half of 2025. Shares rose 1.6% in late after-hours trading. Investors await Feb. 26 results and a May 21 Investor Day.
Intel stock jumps on China server CPU delays as traders map the week ahead

Intel stock jumps on China server CPU delays as traders map the week ahead

7 February 2026
Intel shares rose 4.87% to $50.59 Friday, trailing gains by Nvidia and Broadcom as chip stocks rallied. Sources said Intel and AMD warned Chinese customers of longer waits and higher prices for some server CPUs, with Intel lead times reaching six months. Intel said China accounts for over 20% of its revenue. Investors await key U.S. jobs and inflation data next week.
IRS tax refund delays? Watchdog flags staffing crunch as 2026 filing season ramps up

IRS tax refund delays? Watchdog flags staffing crunch as 2026 filing season ramps up

7 February 2026
IRS staffing has dropped to 2021 levels as the 2026 tax filing season begins, according to a Treasury watchdog. The agency faces a backlog of about 2 million returns, 129% above pre-pandemic levels. Most e-filers using direct deposit still get refunds within 21 days, but paper filings and amended returns could see delays. The IRS lowered its call-answer target to 70% for this season.
Plug Power stock jumps 12% after vote setback, with Feb 17 share decision in focus

Plug Power stock jumps 12% after vote setback, with Feb 17 share decision in focus

7 February 2026
Plug Power shares rose 11.6% Friday to $2.08 after a sharp drop the previous day, as attention shifted to a Feb. 17 shareholder vote on expanding authorized shares. The company failed to secure enough votes earlier this week and is urging overseas holders to participate. CEO Andy Marsh cited difficulties for European investors in casting ballots. A reverse stock split remains possible if the proposal fails.
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