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Khadija Saeed

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Qualcomm (QCOM) Stock Rises as Alphawave AI Deal Advances and Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Launches — November 28, 2025

Qualcomm (QCOM) Stock Rises as Alphawave AI Deal Advances and Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Launches — November 28, 2025

Qualcomm shares closed at $168.09 on November 28, up 1.8%, with trading volume about 40% below average. The company secured final Korean antitrust approval for its $2.4 billion Alphawave IP Group acquisition, expected to close by December 18. Alphawave announced a $20 million unsecured bridge loan from Qualcomm to support operations until the deal closes.
29 November 2025
Marvell Technology (MRVL) Stock Today: AI Pivot, Buybacks and Earnings Outlook — November 28, 2025

Marvell Technology (MRVL) Stock Today: AI Pivot, Buybacks and Earnings Outlook — November 28, 2025

Marvell Technology shares closed at $89.40 on November 28, valuing the company at about $77 billion. The stock rebounded in recent weeks as Wall Street anticipates Q3 FY26 earnings on December 2, with consensus revenue near $2.06 billion and EPS around $0.74–$0.75. Marvell has exited automotive, increased AI and data-center investment, and launched a $1 billion buyback.
Merck (MRK) Stock Rallies as Big Money Moves In and Dividend Rises – November 28, 2025 Update

Merck (MRK) Stock Rallies as Big Money Moves In and Dividend Rises – November 28, 2025 Update

Merck shares closed near $104.5 on Friday, close to a 52-week high, with market cap near $260 billion. Norges Bank disclosed a new $2.86 billion stake, while Groupama, SEB, and Boston Partners trimmed holdings. The stock jumped 21% in the past month, buoyed by new oncology approvals and bullish research. Merck’s trailing 12-month revenue stands at about $64 billion, with net income near $19 billion.
Nunavut’s $3 Billion Kivalliq Hydro‑Fibre Link Moves Forward as Manitoba Hydro Reviews Inuit‑Led Clean Energy Corridor

Nunavut’s $3 Billion Kivalliq Hydro‑Fibre Link Moves Forward as Manitoba Hydro Reviews Inuit‑Led Clean Energy Corridor

Manitoba Hydro confirmed it is reviewing a formal request to deliver hydroelectric power and fibre-optic broadband to five Nunavut communities via a new 1,200-kilometre line. The request, filed November 4 by Inuit-owned Nukik Corporation, asks the utility to study transmitting up to 150 MW from northern Manitoba. Nukik also announced regulatory certification and a commercial agreement with Nunavut’s Qulliq Energy Corporation.
28 November 2025
Bloom Energy (BE) Stock Soars on AI Power Deals and Analyst Upgrades – November 28, 2025 Update

Bloom Energy (BE) Stock Soars on AI Power Deals and Analyst Upgrades – November 28, 2025 Update

Bloom Energy shares jumped 8% to close near $109 on Friday, November 28, 2025, extending a year-to-date rally of over 317%. The move follows strong Q3 results, with revenue up 57% to $519 million and operating income turning positive. Investors are betting on Bloom’s $5 billion partnership with Brookfield to supply power for global AI data centers. Trading volume was below average despite the surge.
Exxon Mobil (XOM) Stock on November 28, 2025: Cash Flows, Dividend Hike and Big-Money Moves Explained

Exxon Mobil (XOM) Stock on November 28, 2025: Cash Flows, Dividend Hike and Big-Money Moves Explained

Exxon Mobil traded near $115.90 on Friday, with a market cap of about $485 billion and a forward dividend yield of 3.5–3.6%. Zacks reported Exxon’s Guyana output reached 700,000 barrels per day in Q3, with plans for further expansion. The company’s debt-to-equity ratio stands at 0.12. Shares are up roughly 13% over six months, matching the broader oil and gas sector.
28 November 2025
AbbVie Stock (ABBV) Today: Skyrizi’s Canada Win, Dividend Hike and Big-Money Moves — November 28, 2025

AbbVie Stock (ABBV) Today: Skyrizi’s Canada Win, Dividend Hike and Big-Money Moves — November 28, 2025

AbbVie closed Friday at $227.70, up 0.02% after a flat session. Canada’s drug agency recommended reimbursement for Skyrizi in ulcerative colitis, and AbbVie finalized a pricing deal with the national negotiator. Institutional investors adjusted positions, with some funds increasing and others reducing stakes. The stock’s year-to-date gain stands near 30–33%.
28 November 2025
Keystone Brewing Group on Brink of Administration: What It Means for Black Sheep, Purity and Hofmeister

Keystone Brewing Group on Brink of Administration: What It Means for Black Sheep, Purity and Hofmeister

Keystone Brewing Group, owner of Black Sheep, Purity, Magic Rock, Fourpure, and Hofmeister, filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators on 28 November, putting around 190 jobs and several major UK craft beer brands at risk. Black Sheep and Purity subsidiaries also filed notices. Hofmeister says lager supplies will continue through Christmas. The group is seeking a buyer or rescue plan amid falling sales.
28 November 2025
American Eagle Outfitters Stock Hits 52‑Week High as Q3 Earnings Loom – Can Celebrity Controversy Keep the Rally Alive?

American Eagle Outfitters Stock Hits 52‑Week High as Q3 Earnings Loom – Can Celebrity Controversy Keep the Rally Alive?

American Eagle shares surged to a 52-week high near $20.55 this week, up nearly 88% over six months, outpacing retail peers. The rally follows a viral, controversial Sydney Sweeney denim campaign and a holiday push with Martha Stewart. Analysts’ average 12-month price target sits below current levels, with most rating the stock “Hold.” AI models rate the stock a sell despite recent gains.
Virgin Australia Becomes First Aussie Airline to Embed ChatGPT as OpenAI Lands Wesfarmers Enterprise Deal

Virgin Australia Becomes First Aussie Airline to Embed ChatGPT as OpenAI Lands Wesfarmers Enterprise Deal

Virgin Australia announced a formal partnership with OpenAI on November 28, becoming the first Australian airline to integrate ChatGPT into its flight search and booking systems. The deal includes plans for a Virgin Australia app inside ChatGPT and secure staff access to enterprise-grade AI tools. The same day, Wesfarmers signed a separate enterprise-wide agreement with OpenAI.
Analog Devices (ADI) Stock Near Record High as Wall Street Weighs Earnings Momentum, AI Upside and Rich Valuation – November 28, 2025

Analog Devices (ADI) Stock Near Record High as Wall Street Weighs Earnings Momentum, AI Upside and Rich Valuation – November 28, 2025

Analog Devices shares rose 3% to around $265 Friday, nearing a 52-week high, after beating Q4 estimates and issuing strong guidance. Fiscal Q4 revenue climbed 26% to $3.08 billion, with non-GAAP EPS at $2.26. Market cap stands near $130 billion. Wall Street rates the stock a “Moderate Buy” with an average price target of $281.87.
Procter & Gamble (PG) Stock on November 28, 2025: Institutional Buying Wave Meets Defensive Dividend Appeal

Procter & Gamble (PG) Stock on November 28, 2025: Institutional Buying Wave Meets Defensive Dividend Appeal

Procter & Gamble closed at $148.16 on Friday, down 0.06%, with shares trading between $147.18 and $148.71. Norges Bank disclosed a new stake of about 32 million shares, valued near $5.1 billion. PG shares are down roughly 11% year-to-date and about 15% over the past year, lagging the S&P 500. The company faces ongoing restructuring, a CEO transition, and legal challenges.
28 November 2025
Booking Holdings Inc. (BKNG) Stock on November 28, 2025: Institutional Flows, Short Interest Shift and What It Means for Investors

Booking Holdings Inc. (BKNG) Stock on November 28, 2025: Institutional Flows, Short Interest Shift and What It Means for Investors

Booking Holdings shares closed at $4,914.69 on Friday, valuing the company at about $158.4 billion. Institutional investors filed mixed 13F updates, while new data showed short interest in BKNG declined. The stock remains down about 5.5% over the past year, underperforming the S&P 500 despite strong Q3 results and a new dividend.
28 November 2025
Johnson & Johnson Stock (JNJ) Near Record Highs: Halda Deal, Spin‑Off Plans and Talc Risks on November 28, 2025

Johnson & Johnson Stock (JNJ) Near Record Highs: Halda Deal, Spin‑Off Plans and Talc Risks on November 28, 2025

Johnson & Johnson shares closed just below a 52-week high near $208 on November 28, giving the company a $500 billion market cap. The stock is up 17.6% over three months and 43% year-to-date, far outpacing the S&P 500. Recent moves include a $3.05 billion Halda Therapeutics acquisition and plans to spin off DePuy Synthes. Norway’s sovereign wealth fund has taken a multibillion-dollar stake.
Autodesk (ADSK) Stock Today: UBS Hikes Price Target to $400 as Analysts Upgrade Forecasts

Autodesk (ADSK) Stock Today: UBS Hikes Price Target to $400 as Analysts Upgrade Forecasts

Autodesk shares closed at $303.34 on Friday, up 0.65%, extending gains after a strong Q3 earnings beat and raised guidance earlier in the week. UBS raised its price target to $400 and reiterated a Buy rating, citing “consistent execution.” DA Davidson boosted its FY2026 EPS estimate to $7.22 and maintained a Buy rating with a $375 target. Market capitalization stands near $64 billion.
28 November 2025
Boeing Stock Today (NYSE: BA): Price Climbs to $189 as Defense Deals Offset Starliner Setback – November 28, 2025

Boeing Stock Today (NYSE: BA): Price Climbs to $189 as Defense Deals Offset Starliner Setback – November 28, 2025

Boeing shares closed at $189.00 on Friday, up 1.1% in a holiday-shortened session after securing over $7 billion in new U.S. defense contracts. Trading volume was about 3.7 million shares, below average. The stock remains 22% below its 52-week high and the company is still loss-making on a trailing 12-month basis. Investors balanced contract wins against ongoing space and safety concerns.
Intuit (INTU) Stock Edges Higher After Earnings Beat and AI Partnership: Price, Outlook and Key Drivers on November 28, 2025

Intuit (INTU) Stock Edges Higher After Earnings Beat and AI Partnership: Price, Outlook and Key Drivers on November 28, 2025

Intuit Inc. closed at $634.08 on November 28, up 0.8% from Wednesday, trading between $626.50 and $634.92 on light volume. The stock remains about 22% below its July 52-week high of $813.70. Market cap stands near $176 billion, with a trailing P/E of 44 and a dividend yield of 0.7%. Q1 FY26 revenue rose 18% to $3.9 billion, with GAAP operating income up 97%.
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