Today: 28 June 2026

Shan Ahmed Khan

Shan Ahmed Khan is a senior markets reporter at TS2.tech, specializing in stocks, technology and macroeconomic trends. A graduate of the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), he previously worked in investment research and market analysis. His coverage helps readers understand the key developments influencing global financial markets and emerging industries.

Stock market today: Trump’s Greenland tariff U-turn lifts Dow futures and Europe shares

Stock market today: Trump’s Greenland tariff U-turn lifts Dow futures and Europe shares

U.S. stock index futures rose early Thursday after President Trump dropped plans for tariffs linked to Greenland, with S&P 500 e-minis up 0.60%, Nasdaq 100 e-minis up 0.87%, and Dow e-minis up 0.41%. European shares rebounded and volatility eased following steep losses earlier in the week. Investors are focused on upcoming U.S. PCE inflation data and a Federal Reserve meeting next week.
22 January 2026
Dow snaps back after Trump cools Greenland tariff threat; Asia rallies and gold slips from record

Dow snaps back after Trump cools Greenland tariff threat; Asia rallies and gold slips from record

Wall Street posted its strongest session in two months Wednesday after President Trump dropped tariff threats linked to Greenland, sending the S&P 500 up 1.16% and the Dow higher by 588 points. Asian markets followed, with South Korea’s Kospi briefly topping 5,000. Gold retreated from record highs as volatility eased. European shares and the euro also gained as investors awaited central bank decisions and key earnings.
22 January 2026
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AST SpaceMobile stock rises in premarket as BlueBird 7 gets late-February New Glenn launch window

AST SpaceMobile stock rises in premarket as BlueBird 7 gets late-February New Glenn launch window

AST SpaceMobile shares rose 3.1% to $106.75 in premarket trading Thursday after the company scheduled its BlueBird 7 satellite launch for late February aboard Blue Origin’s New Glenn-3 rocket. The stock had dropped nearly 8% the previous day. Blue Origin also announced its own TeraWave satellite system, intensifying competition in the sector.
22 January 2026
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Lemonade stock rises again premarket as Tesla FSD insurance discount grabs attention

Lemonade stock rises again premarket as Tesla FSD insurance discount grabs attention

Lemonade shares rose 2.5% to $87.50 in premarket trading Thursday after a 9.1% jump Wednesday, following the launch of an “Autonomous Car” insurance policy for Tesla vehicles using Full Self-Driving. JPMorgan disclosed a 5.9% stake in the insurer. The new product rolls out in Arizona Jan. 26, with plans to expand to Oregon.
22 January 2026
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Micron stock pops in premarket as new Wall Street call lands amid a memory-price squeeze

Micron stock pops in premarket as new Wall Street call lands amid a memory-price squeeze

Micron shares rose 2.2% to $397.75 premarket Thursday after William Blair upgraded the stock to “Outperform,” following a 6.6% surge Wednesday. Memory-chip prices are spiking amid AI demand, with some products up 1,000%, raising concerns that higher costs could curb PC and smartphone shipments. Micron plans to buy Powerchip’s P5 fab in Taiwan for $1.8 billion, aiming to boost DRAM output by late 2027.
22 January 2026
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Heating oil price today: ULSD futures slip after Arctic-blast rally as traders await U.S. inventories

Heating oil price today: ULSD futures slip after Arctic-blast rally as traders await U.S. inventories

NYMEX February ULSD futures fell 6.0 cents, or 2.5%, to $2.3703 a gallon by 7:03 a.m. EST Thursday, after a sharp weather-driven rally the previous day. The U.S. EIA’s weekly petroleum report is delayed until noon and 2 p.m. due to the holiday. Cold weather is forecast to hit the Northeast and Gulf Coast, with refineries monitoring operations. Crude and gasoline futures also slipped, while natural gas prices rose.
22 January 2026
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Lithium price jumps again as China spot hits 164,500 yuan; Albemarle in focus before U.S. open

Lithium price jumps again as China spot hits 164,500 yuan; Albemarle in focus before U.S. open

China’s battery-grade lithium carbonate price rose 3.8% to 164,500 yuan per ton on Thursday, extending its rebound. The Guangzhou Futures Exchange widened daily trading limits after repeated volatility. Albemarle shares gained 4.3% in U.S. trading Wednesday, while lithium ETF prices also climbed. Beijing will cut battery export VAT rebates from April, prompting expectations of increased near-term demand.
22 January 2026
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GE Aerospace earnings beat: 2026 profit forecast tops estimates as airlines keep engines in the shop

GE Aerospace earnings beat: 2026 profit forecast tops estimates as airlines keep engines in the shop

GE Aerospace forecast 2026 adjusted EPS of $7.10 to $7.40, above Wall Street estimates, citing strong demand for parts and maintenance as airlines keep older planes flying. Fourth-quarter adjusted EPS rose to $1.57, with revenue up 20% to $11.9 billion. Shares jumped nearly 4% premarket. GE reported a $190 billion backlog and record LEAP engine deliveries.
22 January 2026
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Brent oil price slips to $64 as risk premium ebbs; U.S. inventories loom

Brent oil price slips to $64 as risk premium ebbs; U.S. inventories loom

Brent crude fell 1.6% to $64.17 a barrel as easing geopolitical tensions shifted focus to rising inventories. The IEA forecasts a Q1 surplus of 4.25 million bpd, but major producers downplay glut concerns. U.S. crude stocks rose by 3.04 million barrels last week. Traders await U.S. inventory data Thursday and an OPEC+ meeting on Feb. 1.
22 January 2026
Oil prices today: Brent and WTI slide as Trump cools Greenland, Iran talk; inventories back in focus

Oil prices today: Brent and WTI slide as Trump cools Greenland, Iran talk; inventories back in focus

Brent crude fell 0.9% to $64.63 a barrel Thursday, with U.S. WTI down the same to $60.08, as traders eased geopolitical risk bets after Trump softened his stance on Greenland and Iran. The International Energy Agency projects a global oil surplus in early 2026, while U.S. crude inventories rose by 3.04 million barrels last week. Kazakhstan’s Tengiz oilfield remains shut after a Jan. 18 fire.
22 January 2026
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National Grid’s North Wales grid upgrade clears a planning hurdle — what the Pentir–Trawsfynydd plans include

National Grid’s North Wales grid upgrade clears a planning hurdle — what the Pentir–Trawsfynydd plans include

National Grid said four planning applications for its Pentir-to-Trawsfynydd electricity upgrade in north Wales have been validated by local authorities. The project includes a 5.8-km cable replacement under the Glaslyn Estuary and a new substation south of Bryncir. Construction could begin in summer 2026 if approved, with full operation targeted for 2030.
22 January 2026
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HMRC’s Tax Fine Shake-Up: Penalty Points Loom as Making Tax Digital Hits Landlords

HMRC’s Tax Fine Shake-Up: Penalty Points Loom as Making Tax Digital Hits Landlords

HMRC will replace instant late-filing fines with a penalty-points system for Making Tax Digital taxpayers from April 6. Landlords and sole traders earning over £50,000 must comply first, but a survey shows most landlords feel unprepared. A £200 penalty will apply only after repeated missed deadlines. Industry groups are urging the government to soften penalties during the transition.
22 January 2026
Mortgage rates today: 30-year fixed holds near 6.1% as refi demand jumps, markets await inflation data

Mortgage rates today: 30-year fixed holds near 6.1% as refi demand jumps, markets await inflation data

The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate stood at 6.13% early Thursday, with refinance rates at 6.50%, Bankrate reported. Mortgage applications jumped 14.1% last week as rates dipped, while contracts to buy existing homes fell 9.3% in December, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association and National Association of Realtors. The 10-year Treasury yield ended Wednesday at 4.26%.
22 January 2026
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Bitcoin price today: BTC steadies near $90,000 after Trump drops Greenland tariff threat

Bitcoin price today: BTC steadies near $90,000 after Trump drops Greenland tariff threat

Bitcoin rose 0.8% to $89,874 in premarket trading Thursday, holding just below $90,000 after swinging between $87,304 and $90,379. U.S. President Trump’s retreat from Greenland-related tariffs spurred a brief rally in risk assets. Japan’s bond selloff continued, with 30-year yields hitting a record 3.88% this week. Options data shows traders remain cautious, with a 30% chance of bitcoin dropping below $80,000 by late June.
22 January 2026
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  • M&G Emerges as a Leading FTSE 100 Dividend Stock: Five Key Reasons
    June 28, 2026, 5:41 AM EDT. M&G (LSE:MNG) has become one of the FTSE 100's top dividend stocks since its 2019 spin-off from Prudential, with annual dividend increases reflecting resilience and robust cash flows. Its dividend yield has averaged 6.3%, significantly outpacing the FTSE 100 average of 3-4%. The company's strong Solvency II capital ratio and a conservative cash-flow-to-payout ratio of 63% support a progressive and sustainable dividend policy. Despite competitive pressures from peers like Aviva and Legal & General, M&G's solid execution and brand strength underpin confidence in ongoing dividend growth. Investors are advised to consider these factors carefully before buying shares.

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