Today: 25 June 2026

Marcin Frąckiewicz

Marcin Frąckiewicz is the founder and CEO of TS2 Space, a satellite communications company serving customers around the world. A graduate of the Warsaw School of Economics (SGH), he has more than two decades of experience in telecommunications, satellite services and technology ventures. He writes about satellite communications, space technology, artificial intelligence and the stock market, with a particular focus on technology companies, semiconductors, emerging industries and the trends shaping global innovation.

Jared Isaacman NASA Today: Senate Confirms Billionaire Spaceflight Veteran as New NASA Administrator (Dec. 17, 2025)

Jared Isaacman NASA Today: Senate Confirms Billionaire Spaceflight Veteran as New NASA Administrator (Dec. 17, 2025)

The U.S. Senate confirmed Jared Isaacman as NASA administrator Wednesday in a 67–30 vote, ending a year of interim leadership. Isaacman, 42, is the billionaire founder of Shift4 and a private astronaut who led SpaceX’s Inspiration4 and Polaris Dawn missions. Sixteen Democrats joined 51 Republicans in support, with all 30 “no” votes from Democrats. Isaacman takes over as NASA pursues major Moon and Mars projects.
18 December 2025
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UK Stock Market Preview for 18 December 2025: BoE Rate Decision, Inflation Surprise, FTSE 100 Movers and Global Cues

UK Stock Market Preview for 18 December 2025: BoE Rate Decision, Inflation Surprise, FTSE 100 Movers and Global Cues

UK inflation fell to 3.2% in November, surprising markets and fueling expectations the Bank of England will cut rates at its decision today. The FTSE 100 rose Wednesday, led by banks and homebuilders, while sterling dropped and gilt yields fell. US stocks slid overnight on renewed tech sector concerns. The Bank of England’s policy announcement is due at noon.
17 December 2025
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ASX Today: What to Know Before the Australian Stock Market Opens (18 December 2025)

ASX Today: What to Know Before the Australian Stock Market Opens (18 December 2025)

The S&P/ASX 200 closed lower Wednesday, marking a three-day losing streak as banks dragged and miners offset some losses. Futures point to a flat or slightly weaker open Thursday amid global tech weakness and firmer commodity prices. Wall Street fell overnight, with the Nasdaq down 1.81% on renewed caution over AI and tech spending. Investors expect a cautious start and possible sector rotation early in the session.
17 December 2025
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India Stock Market Today: What to Know Before Nifty, Sensex Open on 18 December 2025 — GIFT Nifty, RBI-Rupee Moves, Oil Jump, SEBI Changes, Stocks to Watch

India Stock Market Today: What to Know Before Nifty, Sensex Open on 18 December 2025 — GIFT Nifty, RBI-Rupee Moves, Oil Jump, SEBI Changes, Stocks to Watch

Sensex fell 120.21 points to 84,559.65 and Nifty 50 slipped 41.55 points to 25,818.55 on Wednesday, marking a third straight decline. Market breadth stayed weak, with 2,498 NSE shares down versus 1,326 up. GIFT Nifty futures indicated a muted to mildly negative open for Thursday. US stocks dropped overnight, while Brent crude rose to $59.68 a barrel.
17 December 2025
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Singapore Stock Market Pre-Open: Key News, Forecasts and Stocks to Watch on SGX Today (18 Dec 2025)

Singapore Stock Market Pre-Open: Key News, Forecasts and Stocks to Watch on SGX Today (18 Dec 2025)

The Straits Times Index slipped 0.1% to 4,575.48 on Wednesday, with market breadth positive as gainers outnumbered losers 326 to 204. SATS rose 1.9% to S$3.72, while Thai Beverage fell 1.1% to 46.5 cents. Wall Street closed lower overnight, with the S&P 500 down 1.15% and Nasdaq off 1.8% amid renewed concerns over AI-related spending. Regional markets showed mixed performance.
17 December 2025
Dow Jones Today (Dec. 17, 2025): DJIA Drops to 47,885 as AI Funding Jitters Slam Nvidia and Caterpillar (Updated 4:40 PM EST)

Dow Jones Today (Dec. 17, 2025): DJIA Drops to 47,885 as AI Funding Jitters Slam Nvidia and Caterpillar (Updated 4:40 PM EST)

The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 228.29 points, or 0.47%, to 47,885.97 on Wednesday, marking a fourth straight loss. Technology and AI-linked stocks led declines after renewed concerns over AI spending and data-center financing. The Nasdaq dropped 1.81%, while energy and blue-chip names like Chevron and Procter & Gamble limited Dow losses. Caterpillar and Nvidia were among the biggest Dow laggards.
17 December 2025
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Global Stock Markets Today: S&P 500 and Nasdaq Slide on AI Funding Jitters as UK Shares Outperform (Updated 4:40 PM EST)

Global Stock Markets Today: S&P 500 and Nasdaq Slide on AI Funding Jitters as UK Shares Outperform (Updated 4:40 PM EST)

Wall Street closed lower Wednesday, with the S&P 500 down 1.16% and the Nasdaq off 1.81%, as tech stocks fell on renewed concerns over AI buildout costs. London’s FTSE 100 rose 0.9% after UK inflation dropped to 3.2%. China’s Shanghai Composite gained 1.19%, while Japan’s Nikkei edged up 0.26%. The U.S. announced a blockade targeting Venezuelan oil tankers, rattling energy markets.
17 December 2025
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S&P 500 Today: Index Slides to 6,721 as AI Funding Jitters Hit Tech, Oil Pops on Venezuela Blockade (Updated 4:40 PM ET)

S&P 500 Today: Index Slides to 6,721 as AI Funding Jitters Hit Tech, Oil Pops on Venezuela Blockade (Updated 4:40 PM ET)

The S&P 500 dropped 1.16% to 6,721.43 on Wednesday, its fourth straight decline and lowest close in three weeks, led by a tech selloff as investors questioned AI sector spending and financing. Oracle slid 5.4% after a data center funding setback, while Nvidia and Broadcom also fell sharply. The Nasdaq lost 1.81%, and the Dow slipped 0.47%. Despite the slide, major indexes remain up double digits for 2025.
17 December 2025
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Nasdaq Stock Market Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Nasdaq Composite Slides 1.81% on AI Funding Jitters; Medline IPO Pops, Micron Jumps After Hours

Nasdaq Stock Market Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Nasdaq Composite Slides 1.81% on AI Funding Jitters; Medline IPO Pops, Micron Jumps After Hours

The Nasdaq Composite dropped 418.14 points, or 1.81%, to 22,693.32 on Wednesday, its lowest close in three weeks, as concerns over AI infrastructure spending hit tech and chip stocks. Oracle fell 5.4% after Blue Owl Capital reportedly withdrew from a $10 billion Michigan data center project. Decliners outnumbered advancers more than 2-to-1. Nvidia and Broadcom lost 3.8% and 4.5%, respectively.
17 December 2025
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US Stock Market Today (Dec. 17, 2025): S&P 500 and Nasdaq Sink as AI-Funding Jitters Hit Tech; Oil Rally Lifts Energy

US Stock Market Today (Dec. 17, 2025): S&P 500 and Nasdaq Sink as AI-Funding Jitters Hit Tech; Oil Rally Lifts Energy

The S&P 500 fell 1.2% and the Nasdaq dropped 1.8% Wednesday as tech and AI stocks slid to multi-week lows, led by a 5.4% drop in Oracle after a key funding deal collapsed. Energy shares rose as crude prices jumped following President Trump’s order to block Venezuelan oil tankers. The Dow lost 228 points, or 0.5%. Decliners outpaced advancers by 1.5-to-1 on the NYSE and 2.1-to-1 on the Nasdaq.
17 December 2025
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ETF Prices Today: SPY and IWM Edge Up, QQQ Slips as Oil, Gold and Silver Rally — December 17, 2025

ETF Prices Today: SPY and IWM Edge Up, QQQ Slips as Oil, Gold and Silver Rally — December 17, 2025

Broad U.S. equity ETFs edged higher on December 17, with SPY up 0.48% and VOO up 0.49%, while growth and momentum funds like ARKK fell 2.74%. Fed Governor Waller said policy remains restrictive but left room for rate cuts. Tech sentiment weakened after new turbulence in Oracle’s data-center financing. The Fed’s year-end liquidity moves helped calm funding markets.
17 December 2025
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Commodities Prices Today in US Markets (Dec. 17, 2025): Oil Jumps on Venezuela Blockade, Silver Breaks $66, Gold Forecasts Eye $5,000

Commodities Prices Today in US Markets (Dec. 17, 2025): Oil Jumps on Venezuela Blockade, Silver Breaks $66, Gold Forecasts Eye $5,000

Brent crude climbed to $59.91 after President Trump ordered a “complete blockade” of Venezuelan oil tankers. Gold hit $4,335/oz and silver neared $65.55/oz on renewed Fed rate-cut expectations. US crude inventories fell by 1.3 million barrels, while gasoline and distillate stocks increased. Wheat traded at $5.08½/bushel and soybeans at $10.62/bushel.
17 December 2025
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Big Tech Stocks Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Magnificent Seven Slide on AI Infrastructure Jitters as Amazon–OpenAI Talks and Fed Rate Outlook Take Center Stage

Big Tech Stocks Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Magnificent Seven Slide on AI Infrastructure Jitters as Amazon–OpenAI Talks and Fed Rate Outlook Take Center Stage

Big Tech stocks fell midday Wednesday, with Nvidia down 3.6% and Alphabet off 2.4%, after Oracle’s $10 billion Michigan data center project for OpenAI lost key funding. Amazon shares edged higher on reports of a potential $10 billion OpenAI investment. Semiconductor and AI-linked stocks led declines, with the VanEck Semiconductor ETF down 3%.
17 December 2025
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Space & Satellite Stocks Today: Rocket Lab (RKLB), Viasat (VSAT), Planet Labs (PL), Spire (SPIR), Iridium (IRDM) and Globalstar (GSAT) — News, Forecasts and Analysis for Dec. 17, 2025

Space & Satellite Stocks Today: Rocket Lab (RKLB), Viasat (VSAT), Planet Labs (PL), Spire (SPIR), Iridium (IRDM) and Globalstar (GSAT) — News, Forecasts and Analysis for Dec. 17, 2025

Rocket Lab advanced its next Electron launch for the U.S. Space Force to December 18, highlighting demand for rapid government missions. Space and satellite stocks fell midday as the Nasdaq dropped and Fed comments signaled continued restrictive policy. Shares of major defense contractors also declined after reports of possible White House action on shareholder payouts.
17 December 2025
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Semiconductor Stocks Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Nvidia, Broadcom, Micron in Focus as AI Chip Competition Heats Up

Semiconductor Stocks Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Nvidia, Broadcom, Micron in Focus as AI Chip Competition Heats Up

The PHLX Semiconductor Index fell 2.48% to 6,785.77 on December 17, 2025, as chip stocks led market declines amid tech sector weakness. Investors reacted to headlines including Amazon-OpenAI investment talks, Google’s efforts to challenge Nvidia, and geopolitical pressures on manufacturing. Traders awaited Micron’s earnings after the close.
17 December 2025
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AI Stocks Today (US Market): Amazon–OpenAI Talks, Oracle’s Data-Center Shock, and the New Threat to Nvidia’s CUDA Edge (Dec. 17, 2025)

AI Stocks Today (US Market): Amazon–OpenAI Talks, Oracle’s Data-Center Shock, and the New Threat to Nvidia’s CUDA Edge (Dec. 17, 2025)

Amazon is in talks to invest about $10 billion in OpenAI, potentially valuing the company above $500 billion, according to sources. Early Wednesday trading saw major indexes only modestly higher, with volatility as investors weighed AI spending and financing risks. Oracle’s data-center funding issue raised caution, while the Nasdaq resumed a pullback amid renewed “AI bubble” concerns.
17 December 2025
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Defense Technology Stocks Today: US Defense Contractors, AI, Drones and Cyber Names React to Policy Risk and 2026 Spending Tailwinds (Dec. 17, 2025)

Defense Technology Stocks Today: US Defense Contractors, AI, Drones and Cyber Names React to Policy Risk and 2026 Spending Tailwinds (Dec. 17, 2025)

Shares of major U.S. defense contractors fell in premarket trading Wednesday after reports the Trump administration is preparing an executive order to restrict dividends, buybacks, and executive pay for firms with over-budget or delayed programs. Meanwhile, the Senate moved closer to passing a $901 billion defense bill, including a 3.8% troop pay raise, signaling continued high defense spending into 2026.
17 December 2025
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EV Stocks Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Tesla’s California Autopilot Case, Ford’s $6.5B Battery Deal Exit, and Fresh Catalysts for EVgo, QuantumScape, Rivian, and Lucid

EV Stocks Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Tesla’s California Autopilot Case, Ford’s $6.5B Battery Deal Exit, and Fresh Catalysts for EVgo, QuantumScape, Rivian, and Lucid

Tesla shares fell 2.5% to $477.59 by midday after California’s DMV paused a 30-day suspension of the company’s sales and manufacturing licenses over “Autopilot” marketing. Ford dropped 2.1% after scrapping a major battery supply deal. Rivian and QuantumScape rose 1.3% and 3%, respectively. Broader EV stocks moved on regulatory and policy headlines.
17 December 2025
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Stock Market Today

  • Kalshi Eyes $40 Billion Valuation Ahead of IPO Preparation
    June 25, 2026, 1:30 PM EDT. Prediction market Kalshi aims to raise capital at a $40 billion valuation, nearly doubling its last $22 billion funding round. The firm plans to finish fundraising by Q3 2024 while gearing up for an IPO possibly in 2027, subject to market conditions. Kalshi leads the prediction market sector, outpacing rival Polymarket valued at $15 billion. These platforms let investors bet on real-world events, including elections and sports. Unlike Polymarket, which uses blockchain technology and operates outside U.S. regulatory reach, Kalshi runs as a federally regulated U.S. exchange. Increased competition comes from entrants like Robinhood and DraftKings. Kalshi's IPO preparation signals growing investor interest in the prediction market industry.

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Qualcomm gains $16 billion as AI data-center bet faces watchful market

Qualcomm gains $16 billion as AI data-center bet faces watchful market

25 June 2026
QUALCOMM (QCOM) surged 7.6% to $212.34, adding $16 billion in market value after raising its fiscal 2029 non-handset revenue target to $40 billion, including over $15 billion from data centers, with Microsoft and Meta named as customers; the stock later gave back much of its early gains.
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