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Shan Ahmed Khan

As a journalist focused on finance and the stock market, he delivers fast, reliable, and easy-to-understand coverage of market news.

GameStop stock slides premarket as Ryan Cohen flags ‘big’ acquisition plan — what to watch next

GameStop stock slides premarket as Ryan Cohen flags ‘big’ acquisition plan — what to watch next

GameStop shares fell 3.6% to $22.81 in premarket trading after CEO Ryan Cohen told the Wall Street Journal he is considering a major acquisition in consumer or retail. Investors are watching for filings detailing the deal’s terms and timeline. GameStop has closed 590 U.S. stores in fiscal 2024 and plans more closures in 2025. A shareholder vote on Cohen’s incentive plan is expected in March or April.
30 January 2026
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Apple stock (AAPL) ticks higher before the bell after iPhone-driven outlook — but supply risks loom

Apple stock (AAPL) ticks higher before the bell after iPhone-driven outlook — but supply risks loom

Apple shares rose 0.6% in premarket trading after reporting quarterly revenue of $143.8 billion and earnings per share of $2.84. The company raised its revenue outlook but warned of supply constraints and higher memory costs. Nikkei Asia reported Apple may delay the standard iPhone 18 to 2027, focusing on premium models. Wearables sales lagged due to AirPods Pro 3 supply issues.
30 January 2026
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Strategy (MSTR) stock slides nearly 10% in premarket as bitcoin sinks again

Strategy (MSTR) stock slides nearly 10% in premarket as bitcoin sinks again

Strategy Inc shares fell 9.7% to $143.19 in premarket trading Friday, tracking a sharp drop in bitcoin. The company holds 712,647 bitcoin, making its stock highly sensitive to crypto swings. Investors await Strategy’s fourth-quarter earnings, due Feb. 5. Bitcoin’s decline followed rumors of a possible change at the Fed and broader risk-off sentiment.
30 January 2026
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SanDisk (SNDK) stock price surges in premarket after upbeat forecast, Kioxia supply deal

SanDisk (SNDK) stock price surges in premarket after upbeat forecast, Kioxia supply deal

Sandisk shares soared 18.9% to $641.18 in premarket trading Friday after the company raised its profit outlook and extended key supply deals with Kioxia. The flash-memory maker reported fiscal Q2 revenue up 61% year-over-year to $3.03 billion, with net income at $803 million. CEO David Goeckeler cited strong AI-driven demand from data centers.
30 January 2026
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Haleon share price rises in London as HLN stock turns to February results

Haleon share price rises in London as HLN stock turns to February results

Haleon shares rose 0.6% to 373.8 pence in early London trading Friday ahead of an anticipated update on its operating-model reset. Europe’s STOXX 600 index added 0.1% as investors awaited U.S. policy signals and corporate earnings. Haleon Pakistan this week announced a £3.58 million upgrade to its Panadol Liquid packaging line. Investors are seeking clarity on Haleon’s organic revenue growth and margin outlook.
30 January 2026
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Antofagasta plc share price drops 5% after copper’s record spike — what to watch next

Antofagasta plc share price drops 5% after copper’s record spike — what to watch next

Antofagasta shares fell 5.4% to 3,583 pence in early London trading Friday as copper prices dropped 2.78% to $13,278.50 a tonne after Thursday’s record high. The miner reported Q4 copper output up 9% quarter-on-quarter, but full-year production slipped 1.6% to 653,700 tonnes. Antofagasta kept its 2026 output forecast and set capital spending at $3.4 billion.
30 January 2026
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Diageo stock rises in London after Remy Cointreau surprise, with Feb results next test

Diageo stock rises in London after Remy Cointreau surprise, with Feb results next test

Diageo shares rose nearly 2% to 1,670 pence in early London trading Friday after Rémy Cointreau’s quarterly sales beat forecasts, lifting spirits stocks. Traders cited improved sector sentiment, but Diageo’s interim results on Feb. 25 remain a key focus. The company previously warned of flat or declining sales for fiscal 2026 and is reviewing its China assets.
30 January 2026
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National Grid share price edges up in London trade as rate outlook and UK grid approvals stay in focus

National Grid share price edges up in London trade as rate outlook and UK grid approvals stay in focus

National Grid shares rose 0.1% to 1,231.5 pence in early London trading Friday, near their 52-week high. Investors are watching UK interest rate forecasts and the outcome of Sea Link project hearings, which end Friday with a consent decision expected by mid-2026. Ofgem’s next price control period starts April 2026. The Bank of England’s rate decision is due Feb. 5.
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Stock Market Today

  • Honeywell (HON) Reports Mixed Q1 Earnings Ahead of SpaceX IPO
    April 26, 2026, 3:11 PM EDT. Honeywell International Inc. (NASDAQ:HON) reported a mixed first-quarter fiscal 2026, beating earnings expectations with a non-GAAP EPS of $2.45 but missing revenue estimates by $140 million, reaching $9.14 billion. Orders increased 7%, signaling steady demand. The firm plans to spin off its aerospace business in a move expected to complete by June 29, 2026. Full-year 2026 guidance remains stable, projecting sales between $38.8 billion and $39.8 billion with adjusted EPS between $10.35 and $10.65. Honeywell secured a new contract with Bechtel Energy to supply LNG process technology for NextDecade's Rio Grande export facility. The company's diversified operations span industrial automation, aerospace, and energy solutions across major global markets. Despite Honeywell's solid outlook, some AI stocks may offer higher upside and lower risk ahead of the SpaceX IPO.

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AeroVironment Stock Watch: Navy Laser Test Puts AVAV Back in Drone-Defense Focus

AeroVironment Stock Watch: Navy Laser Test Puts AVAV Back in Drone-Defense Focus

26 April 2026
AeroVironment’s LOCUST Laser Weapon System shot down multiple drones during a U.S. Navy carrier test on the USS George H.W. Bush, according to Pentagon records. The test comes as U.S. forces seek cheaper counter-drone options. AeroVironment shares fell 2.8% to $196.28 following the news. The company recently agreed to acquire BlueHalo in a $4.1 billion all-stock deal.
Why Circle Internet Group Stock Is Back Under the Microscope Before Earnings

Why Circle Internet Group Stock Is Back Under the Microscope Before Earnings

26 April 2026
Circle shares closed at $99.66, down 0.4%, as investors await first-quarter results due May 11. The company faces a proposed class-action lawsuit over alleged negligence tied to the April 1 Drift Protocol hack, where attackers reportedly moved $230 million in USDC. USDC circulation rose 72% year-on-year to $75.3 billion in Q4. MarketBeat lists Circle’s average 12-month price target at $127.24.
Vistra Stock Pops 4.8% as VST’s AI Power Trade Faces Its Next Test

Vistra Stock Pops 4.8% as VST’s AI Power Trade Faces Its Next Test

26 April 2026
Vistra Corp. shares rose 4.8% to $164.35 Friday, outpacing major utility peers despite lighter trading volume. The company is set to report first-quarter results May 7 and hold its annual shareholder meeting April 29. Vistra has guided to 2026 adjusted EBITDA of $6.8–$7.6 billion, excluding Cogentrix. The stock remains 25% below its 52-week high.
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