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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.

Intel and AMD stocks jump after KeyBanc upgrade flags “sold out” AI server chips

Intel and AMD stocks jump after KeyBanc upgrade flags “sold out” AI server chips

New York, January 13, 2026, 10:26 (EST) Intel and Advanced Micro Devices shares climbed in early U.S. trading on Tuesday after KeyBanc Capital Markets upgraded both chipmakers, arguing demand from big cloud data-center buyers is running ahead of supply. The move matters because investors have been hunting for more winners from the AI buildout beyond the usual suspects. A call that server chips are effectively booked out for 2026 feeds that narrative — and suggests pricing power is back in parts of the market. It also lands at a time when supply constraints are shifting from a nuisance to a
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Alphabet stock cracks $4 trillion as Apple taps Gemini for Siri overhaul

Alphabet stock cracks $4 trillion as Apple taps Gemini for Siri overhaul

New York, January 13, 2026, 10:14 EST Alphabet Inc briefly touched a $4 trillion market cap on Monday, joining the ranks of mega-cap tech giants hitting that benchmark as investors rallied behind its expanded AI efforts. This move is key because Alphabet has long battled a straightforward perception issue: it helped kickstart the AI era but watched others steal the limelight. Partnering with Apple now embeds Google’s Gemini models into a device network that’s in countless pockets, every day. Alphabet’s class A shares jumped up to 1.7% early on, hitting a record $334.04, but later pared those gains. Market capitalization,
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Cipher Mining stock pops as bitcoin firms, with CEO due at Needham fireside chat

Cipher Mining stock pops as bitcoin firms, with CEO due at Needham fireside chat

New York, Jan 13, 2026, 10:11 EST — Regular session Cipher Mining Inc shares jumped 6.6% to $18.84 Tuesday morning, extending gains amid a choppy run for U.S.-listed bitcoin miners as bitcoin itself showed strength. Cipher CEO Tyler Page is set to speak at 3 p.m. ET during a fireside chat at Needham & Company’s Growth Conference, the company announced in a recent post. (LinkedIn) Why it matters now: Cipher is pushing beyond bitcoin mining into high-performance computing (HPC) hosting — renting out power and space for AI and other intensive tasks. Investors want to see if it can follow
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CleanSpark stock nudges higher as bitcoin firms; traders eye next catalyst for CLSK

CleanSpark stock nudges higher as bitcoin firms; traders eye next catalyst for CLSK

NEW YORK, Jan 13, 2026, 10:17 EST — Regular session CleanSpark shares rose 1.8% to $12.18 on Tuesday, buoyed by a roughly 1.8% gain in bitcoin that boosted appetite for crypto-related stocks. Marathon Digital held steady, while Riot Platforms ticked up slightly, highlighting how miner stocks can quickly diverge as traders shift focus among them. This matters because miners frequently act as a high-volatility stand-in for bitcoin. When bitcoin strengthens, miners can surge sharply; when it falls, they tend to plunge quickly as investors adjust their expectations for future cash flow. CleanSpark is pushing to broaden its market beyond just
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Why Super Micro (SMCI) stock is sliding as Wall Street digests CPI and its NRF retail AI pitch

Why Super Micro (SMCI) stock is sliding as Wall Street digests CPI and its NRF retail AI pitch

New York, Jan 13, 2026, 09:50 ET — Regular session Shares of Super Micro Computer, Inc. (SMCI.O) slipped 2.6% to $29.33 Tuesday morning, surrendering earlier gains as investors pulled back from higher-growth hardware stocks. The move followed U.S. consumer prices ticking up as forecast in December, reinforcing the idea the Federal Reserve can hold rates steady. The CPI climbed 0.3% for the month, with core CPI — excluding food and energy — up 0.2%, according to Reuters. (Reuters) Here’s why it matters for Super Micro at the moment: the stock moves like a high-beta play tied to AI server spending
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Ford stock barely budges as Trump heads to Dearborn; what investors watch next

Ford stock barely budges as Trump heads to Dearborn; what investors watch next

Detroit, Jan 13, 2026, 09:59 EST — Regular session Ford Motor (NYSE: F) dipped 0.2% to $14.01 in early Tuesday trading. The stock gained renewed focus after the White House announced President Donald Trump will tour Ford’s F-150 plant in Dearborn and speak in Detroit as the Auto Show kicks off its first week. Sandy Baruah, CEO of the Detroit Regional Chamber, emphasized the industry’s desire for “a pathway forward” on trade with Mexico and Canada. (Reuters) Why it matters now: Automakers are rapidly adjusting product plans as Washington reshapes emissions and incentive policies. General Motors CEO Mary Barra noted
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Apple stock today: Creator Studio debut and Gemini Siri deal keep AAPL in play ahead of earnings

Apple stock today: Creator Studio debut and Gemini Siri deal keep AAPL in play ahead of earnings

New York, January 13, 2026, 09:53 EST — Regular session Apple Inc shares edged down in early Tuesday trading following the launch of “Apple Creator Studio,” a new subscription package targeting creators with AI-enhanced tools across its apps. The stock slipped roughly 0.1% to $260.05, after finishing Monday at $260.25. (Reuters) Timing is crucial for Apple investors. The company aims to prove that fresh software features and subscription services can sustain revenue growth despite fluctuating hardware demand. The news arrives as the market zeroes in on Apple’s AI ambitions. Some investors have been holding out for a clearer payoff from
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AMD stock jumps on KeyBanc upgrade as analyst flags tight 2026 server CPU supply

AMD stock jumps on KeyBanc upgrade as analyst flags tight 2026 server CPU supply

New York, Jan 13, 2026, 09:47 ET — Regular session Shares of Advanced Micro Devices climbed sharply in early Tuesday trading following an upgrade from KeyBanc, pushing the AI-focused chipmaker higher amid a robust start to 2026 for semiconductor stocks. AMD rose roughly 5.6% to $219.37, after closing Monday at $207.69. (Reuters) The call matters now as investors race to figure out if the surge in AI capacity is still driving orders for data-center gear or if that demand has just been pulled forward. AMD’s earnings next month are expected to shed light on this — and probably shift outlooks
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IREN stock rises again as Bernstein’s “top AI pick” call meets a bitcoin rebound

IREN stock rises again as Bernstein’s “top AI pick” call meets a bitcoin rebound

New York, Jan 13, 2026, 09:55 (ET) — Regular session IREN Limited (IREN) shares rose about 1.9% to $51.28 in early Nasdaq trade on Tuesday, extending a rally that gathered pace at the start of the week. The move matters now because IREN sits at the crossroads of two crowded trades — crypto-linked cash flows and the rush to add AI computing capacity — and both are prone to sudden reversals. After Monday’s surge, investors are pressing the company’s story harder: can it line up funding, build capacity on time and keep the Microsoft contract on track without leaning too
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Hong Kong market watchdog David Webb dies at 60, leaving small investors without their loudest critic

Hong Kong market watchdog David Webb dies at 60, leaving small investors without their loudest critic

Hong Kong, January 13, 2026, 22:15 (HKT) Hong Kong activist investor David Webb, best known for running the Webb-site.com database and for his “Enigma Network” stock report, has died aged 60, according to a notice posted on one of his social media accounts. The post said he “passed away peacefully in Hong Kong” from metastatic prostate cancer. (South China Morning Post) Webb built a following among investors and market professionals by publishing blunt critiques of companies and regulators, and by compiling corporate and market data that was free to the public. In 2020, he said he would step back after
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Opendoor stock drifts in premarket after CPI keeps rate path in focus (OPEN)

Opendoor stock drifts in premarket after CPI keeps rate path in focus (OPEN)

New York, January 13, 2026, 09:09 EST — Premarket update Opendoor Technologies shares slipped 3.5% to $7.02 in premarket Tuesday, deepening the slide before the open. Why it matters now: Opendoor’s performance hinges on housing demand and financing conditions, with its stock often reflecting changes in rate expectations. Investors look to inflation data to anticipate the Fed’s next move—and the potential impact on mortgage rates and home sales. U.S. consumer prices climbed as anticipated in December, leaving markets fixed on the Fed’s likely decision to keep rates steady at 3.50%-3.75% during its Jan. 27-28 meeting. Core CPI, which excludes food
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Archer Aviation stock ticks up before the open as investors eye today’s Needham conference slot

Archer Aviation stock ticks up before the open as investors eye today’s Needham conference slot

New York, January 13, 2026, 09:16 (ET) — Premarket action underway Shares of Archer Aviation Inc (ACHR) ticked up 0.6% to $8.86 in premarket trading Tuesday, ahead of the company’s scheduled presentation at Needham’s Growth Conference. Archer is set to speak at 11:45 a.m. ET. (Wall Street Webcasting) The conference slot is crucial as Archer remains in build-out mode, with investors focusing heavily on milestones like certification, flight testing, and manufacturing plans to value the company. Even a slight shift in tone on any of these points can sway the stock, particularly in the light volume of early trading. The
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Stock Market Today

Carvana stock jumps 5% to $403.67 — here’s what CVNA traders are watching next

Carvana stock jumps 5% to $403.67 — here’s what CVNA traders are watching next

7 February 2026
Carvana shares rose 5.21% Friday to $403.67, rebounding after recent volatility sparked by a short-seller report from Gotham City Research. The company denied allegations of overstated earnings and undisclosed ties to DriveTime. Carvana will report Q4 and full-year 2025 results after markets close on Feb. 18. The January U.S. CPI report is scheduled for Feb. 13.
Confluent stock hugs IBM’s $31 bid — here’s what investors watch next week

Confluent stock hugs IBM’s $31 bid — here’s what investors watch next week

7 February 2026
Confluent shares closed at $30.57 Friday, 43 cents below IBM’s $31-per-share cash offer, ahead of key events next week. The company will report earnings Feb. 11 without a call or outlook, and shareholders vote on the merger Feb. 12. Confluent disclosed 17 demand letters and two lawsuits over proxy disclosures but denies wrongdoing. The IBM deal values Confluent at $11 billion.
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