Khadija Saeed

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

Merck Stock (MRK) News Today: BofA Raises Target to $120 as Winrevair Expansion and Dividend Date Spotlight 2026 Outlook

Merck Stock (MRK) News Today: BofA Raises Target to $120 as Winrevair Expansion and Dividend Date Spotlight 2026 Outlook

December 15, 2025 — Merck & Co., Inc. (NYSE: MRK) traded around $99.59 in Monday afternoon action, down about 0.23% on the day, as investors balanced a fresh wave of bullish analyst updates against a busy set of catalysts spanning Winrevair, Keytruda, vaccines, and headline regulatory scrutiny. The setup for MRK stock into year-end is increasingly about “what comes after Keytruda,” and the story is getting more layered: an expanded European pathway for Winrevair (sotatercept), a higher dividend heading into the ex-dividend date, and new legal and policy crosswinds around Merck’s newer product rollouts and the U.S. vaccine environment. What’s
Dell Technologies Stock (DELL) Today: Commercial PC Price Hikes, AI Server Momentum, Analyst Targets, and What to Watch Into 2026 (Dec. 15, 2025)

Dell Technologies Stock (DELL) Today: Commercial PC Price Hikes, AI Server Momentum, Analyst Targets, and What to Watch Into 2026 (Dec. 15, 2025)

Dell Technologies Inc. (NYSE: DELL) stock is in focus on Monday, December 15, 2025, as investors balance two powerful—and sometimes conflicting—forces: red-hot demand for AI infrastructure on one side, and a fast-moving memory price shock that’s pushing Dell toward broad commercial price increases on the other. As of 19:06 UTC (2:06 p.m. ET) on Dec. 15, DELL shares traded around $130.94, up about 0.74% on the day. Below is a detailed look at the latest Dell stock news, forecasts, and analyst takes circulating as of 15.12.2025, plus the key catalysts that could drive DELL shares into early 2026. What’s new
15 December 2025
AbbVie (ABBV) Stock News and Forecasts Today: BofA Cuts Price Target to $233 as Wall Street Debates 2026 Pipeline Catalysts

AbbVie (ABBV) Stock News and Forecasts Today: BofA Cuts Price Target to $233 as Wall Street Debates 2026 Pipeline Catalysts

AbbVie Inc. (NYSE: ABBV) stock traded higher on Monday, December 15, 2025, as investors balanced fresh analyst commentary with new exclusivity-related headlines tied to one of the company’s neuroscience brands. Shares were recently around $227, up roughly 1.7% on the session. For long-term shareholders, the bigger story remains AbbVie’s post-Humira transition: the company is leaning hard on immunology blockbusters Skyrizi and Rinvoq, while also building out oncology and neuroscience pipelines and maintaining an income-focused investor base through a growing dividend. PR Newswire+1 What’s moving AbbVie stock on Dec. 15, 2025 Two headlines stood out in Monday’s flow of AbbVie-related updates:
PepsiCo Stock (PEP) News on Dec. 15, 2025: Leadership Shake-Up, Elliott-Backed Turnaround Plan, and Fresh Analyst Forecasts

PepsiCo Stock (PEP) News on Dec. 15, 2025: Leadership Shake-Up, Elliott-Backed Turnaround Plan, and Fresh Analyst Forecasts

PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ: PEP) is back in the spotlight on Monday, December 15, 2025, as investors weigh a new executive reorganization alongside the company’s recently unveiled Elliott-backed growth and cost-cutting push that’s set to begin in 2026. The stock was trading around $151 per share in early afternoon market data cited by major market coverage. The Motley Fool While PepsiCo remains a defensive consumer-staples name for many portfolios, the conversation around PepsiCo stock has shifted from “steady compounder” to a more urgent question: can management re-accelerate North America growth without sacrificing profitability—and do it fast enough to satisfy an activist
15 December 2025
Synopsys (SNPS) Stock News Today: Earnings Momentum, Nvidia’s $2B Stake, and Wall Street Forecasts for 2026

Synopsys (SNPS) Stock News Today: Earnings Momentum, Nvidia’s $2B Stake, and Wall Street Forecasts for 2026

December 15, 2025 — Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS) is back in the spotlight as investors weigh a fast-moving mix of catalysts: a fresh wave of upward earnings-estimate revisions, post-earnings re-rating debate after the company’s latest guidance, the strategic implications of NVIDIA’s $2 billion equity investment, and renewed attention on a securities class action deadline later this month. Synopsys Investor Relations+3Finviz+3GlobeNewswire+3 As of 19:02 UTC on Monday, Dec. 15, 2025, Synopsys shares traded around $460.04, up roughly 1.6% on the day, after moving between $452.11 and $470.39. What’s happening with Synopsys stock on Dec. 15, 2025? Today’s Synopsys coverage clusters around
Citigroup Stock (NYSE: C) News Today, Dec. 15, 2025: Shares Push Toward 2008 Highs as JPMorgan Upgrade, Banamex Sale Update and BlackRock Wealth Deal Take Center Stage

Citigroup Stock (NYSE: C) News Today, Dec. 15, 2025: Shares Push Toward 2008 Highs as JPMorgan Upgrade, Banamex Sale Update and BlackRock Wealth Deal Take Center Stage

Citigroup Inc. (NYSE: C) stock started the week in focus for both momentum traders and long-term investors, with shares hovering near a fresh 12‑month high as Wall Street digests a cluster of catalysts: a major analyst upgrade, new developments tied to Citi’s multi‑year restructuring, and a wealth-management partnership that hands more portfolio execution to BlackRock. As of 19:03 UTC on Monday, December 15, 2025, Citigroup shares were at $113.28, up $1.48 (+1.32%) on the day, after trading between $112.23 and $113.50. Below is what’s driving the move, what analysts are forecasting next, and the key catalysts investors are watching into
15 December 2025
Charles Schwab Stock (NYSE: SCHW) News, Forecasts and Analysis for Dec. 15, 2025

Charles Schwab Stock (NYSE: SCHW) News, Forecasts and Analysis for Dec. 15, 2025

Charles Schwab Corporation (The) stock is starting the week in focus after the company rolled out fresh trading-platform enhancements aimed at active investors—while Wall Street continues to debate how much upside remains after a strong 2025 run. As of the latest available pricing on December 15, 2025, SCHW traded at $95.66, down $0.99 (-1.02%) on the day, with an intraday range of $95.06–$97.24. Below is a detailed look at what’s driving Charles Schwab stock right now, what analysts are forecasting, and what investors are watching into 2026. What’s happening with Charles Schwab stock today 1) Schwab just upgraded its trading
15 December 2025
ServiceNow (NOW) Stock Plunges on $7B Armis Deal Talk and KeyBanc Downgrade — News, Forecasts, and What Investors Are Watching on Dec. 15, 2025

ServiceNow (NOW) Stock Plunges on $7B Armis Deal Talk and KeyBanc Downgrade — News, Forecasts, and What Investors Are Watching on Dec. 15, 2025

ServiceNow, Inc. (NYSE: NOW) is in the spotlight on December 15, 2025, after a sharp selloff that pushed the enterprise software leader to one of its steepest declines in months. The trigger: reports that ServiceNow is in advanced talks to buy IoT/OT cybersecurity firm Armis in a deal that could reach $7 billion, alongside a notable KeyBanc downgrade that amplified an already jittery debate about how AI could reshape (and potentially disrupt) traditional SaaS economics. Reuters+2Barron’s+2 Below is a detailed, publication-ready breakdown of today’s biggest headlines, the most important analyst takes, and the most widely cited forecasts for ServiceNow stock
15 December 2025
Coca-Cola Stock (NYSE: KO) News Today: Costa Coffee Sale Talks, CEO Succession, Dividend, and Analyst Price Targets (Dec. 15, 2025)

Coca-Cola Stock (NYSE: KO) News Today: Costa Coffee Sale Talks, CEO Succession, Dividend, and Analyst Price Targets (Dec. 15, 2025)

Coca-Cola Company (The) stock (NYSE: KO) is back in the spotlight on December 15, 2025, as investors balance deal chatter around Costa Coffee, a high-profile CEO transition, and a dividend payday—all while Wall Street’s consensus outlook continues to point to modest upside from current trading levels. As of the latest U.S. session update, KO traded around $70.72, up about 0.28% on the day, after moving between $70.30 and $71.31. Below is a full, publication-ready roundup of today’s key Coca-Cola stock news, company guidance, and the most-cited analyst forecasts and price targets shaping sentiment around KO right now. KO stock price
Eaton Stock (ETN) News and Forecast: What’s Driving Eaton Corporation plc Shares on Dec. 15, 2025

Eaton Stock (ETN) News and Forecast: What’s Driving Eaton Corporation plc Shares on Dec. 15, 2025

Dec. 15, 2025 — Eaton Corporation plc (NYSE: ETN) is back in the spotlight as investors weigh a fresh wave of data-center expansion news, a notable analyst upgrade, and a busy period of executive and acquisition-related updates that are reshaping the company’s long-term growth narrative. After a volatile stretch for industrial and electrification-linked stocks, Eaton shares were trading around the mid-$330s on Monday, with several market trackers showing ETN near $334 intraday. MarketBeat+1 Below is a detailed, up-to-date look at the biggest Eaton stock headlines and what they could mean for ETN’s outlook into 2026. Eaton stock price check: where
15 December 2025
Intuit (INTU) Stock News Today (Dec. 15, 2025): Wolfe Cuts Target to $830 as Investors Weigh AI Momentum, Insider Selling, and Tax-Season Setup

Intuit (INTU) Stock News Today (Dec. 15, 2025): Wolfe Cuts Target to $830 as Investors Weigh AI Momentum, Insider Selling, and Tax-Season Setup

Intuit Inc. (NASDAQ: INTU) stock is back in focus on December 15, 2025, as Wall Street recalibrates expectations for the TurboTax and QuickBooks owner heading into the heart of U.S. tax season. Shares were trading around $659 in the latest session, down roughly 1.8% after a choppy stretch that saw strong up-days last week followed by renewed selling pressure today. Investing.com The day’s headline catalyst is a fresh analyst move from Wolfe Research, which lowered its price target on Intuit to $830 from $870 while maintaining an Outperform rating—a sign that bullish long-term conviction remains, even as near-term valuation and
15 December 2025
Coherent Corp. (COHR) Stock: JPMorgan Raises Target to $215 as AI Data-Center Catalysts Drive Fresh Focus (Dec. 15, 2025)

Coherent Corp. (COHR) Stock: JPMorgan Raises Target to $215 as AI Data-Center Catalysts Drive Fresh Focus (Dec. 15, 2025)

As of Monday, December 15, 2025, Coherent Corp. (NYSE: COHR) is back in the spotlight after a new wave of analyst commentary and product momentum rekindled investor interest in the photonics and advanced materials name. The stock traded around $180 in the latest session, with an intraday range roughly spanning the mid-$170s to low-$180s, as traders weighed upbeat growth narratives against ongoing volatility in AI-linked equities. What’s powering the renewed attention is a clear convergence of themes that matter to the market right now: AI data-center buildouts, next-generation optical networking (including “multi-rail” infrastructure), and silicon carbide (SiC) materials that address
15 December 2025

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Bradesco stock drops on 2026 guidance — what BBDC4 investors watch next week

Bradesco stock drops on 2026 guidance — what BBDC4 investors watch next week

7 February 2026
Bradesco’s preferred shares fell 2.55% to 20.61 reais Friday after the bank issued 2026 guidance pointing to slower growth in some areas. Fourth-quarter recurring net income rose 20.6% to 6.5 billion reais, with 2025 ROAE at 15.2%. The Ibovespa closed up 0.45%. Bradesco ADRs ended down 0.5% at $3.98 in New York.
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.
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