Today: 3 May 2026

Valaris Limited Stock (NYSE: VAL) Slides on Dec. 16, 2025 as Shell Brazil Deal, Backlog, and Analyst Targets Come Into Focus

Valaris Limited Stock (NYSE: VAL) Slides on Dec. 16, 2025 as Shell Brazil Deal, Backlog, and Analyst Targets Come Into Focus

Valaris shares fell about 8% Tuesday, trading in the high-$40s after a multi-year drillship contract award from Shell offshore Brazil. The contract, announced Dec. 11, is valued at roughly $300 million and starts in 2027. The stock remains well above its 52-week low but is down sharply from recent highs. No single negative headline drove the selloff.
16 December 2025
·
AI Stocks Today: Nvidia, Broadcom, Oracle and Big Tech React to AI “Bubble” Fears as Fresh U.S. Jobs Data Hits Markets (Dec. 16, 2025)

AI Stocks Today: Nvidia, Broadcom, Oracle and Big Tech React to AI “Bubble” Fears as Fresh U.S. Jobs Data Hits Markets (Dec. 16, 2025)

Oracle rose 1.83% to $188.31 by midday Tuesday, leading gains among major AI stocks, while Nvidia was flat and Alphabet dropped 1.6%. U.S. indexes turned lower after a delayed November jobs report showed unemployment at 4.6%, the highest since July 2021, despite stronger job creation. Investors weighed skepticism over AI spending against shifting interest-rate expectations.
16 December 2025
···········
Energy Stocks Slide Today as Oil Drops Below $60: Exxon, Chevron, Refiners and Oil Services Sink (Dec. 16, 2025 — 1:45 p.m. ET Update)

Energy Stocks Slide Today as Oil Drops Below $60: Exxon, Chevron, Refiners and Oil Services Sink (Dec. 16, 2025 — 1:45 p.m. ET Update)

U.S. energy stocks fell sharply Tuesday as Brent crude dropped below $60 and WTI hit multi-year lows. Major names including Exxon Mobil, Chevron, and Marathon Petroleum lost between 2% and nearly 5% intraday. Traders cited optimism over Russia–Ukraine peace talks and weak China data as key drivers. Energy sector ETFs and oilfield services stocks posted some of the steepest declines.
16 December 2025
···············
Big Tech Stocks Today: Magnificent Seven Mixed After Jobs Data, With Tesla and Meta Outperforming (US Market, Dec. 16, 2025)

Big Tech Stocks Today: Magnificent Seven Mixed After Jobs Data, With Tesla and Meta Outperforming (US Market, Dec. 16, 2025)

Tesla and Meta rose while Alphabet led declines in early afternoon trading Tuesday, as investors weighed a U.S. jobs report showing 64,000 new payrolls and a 4.6% unemployment rate. Nvidia hovered near flat. The S&P 500 ETF was down 0.62%. Debate continued over the durability of AI infrastructure spending amid shifting expectations for 2026 rate cuts.
16 December 2025
········
Oceaneering International (OII) Stock News Today: Why Shares Fell on Dec. 16, 2025 — Forecasts, Analyst Targets, and What Investors Are Watching

Oceaneering International (OII) Stock News Today: Why Shares Fell on Dec. 16, 2025 — Forecasts, Analyst Targets, and What Investors Are Watching

Oceaneering International shares fell about 6.4% to $24.21 in afternoon trading Tuesday, extending a recent decline from the high-$27 range earlier in December. The drop followed a cautious “Hold” consensus from analysts and company guidance pointing to 2026 growth in its defense segment, with early-year weakness expected in energy markets. Trading volume was below average.
16 December 2025
Semiconductor Stocks Today (Dec. 16, 2025): Nvidia, Broadcom, Micron and Chip Equipment Makers Drive Midday Moves on Wall Street

Semiconductor Stocks Today (Dec. 16, 2025): Nvidia, Broadcom, Micron and Chip Equipment Makers Drive Midday Moves on Wall Street

U.S.-listed semiconductor stocks traded mixed midday Tuesday, with the iShares Semiconductor ETF down 1.16% and VanEck Semiconductor ETF off 0.71%. Nvidia and AMD edged higher, while Micron and Qualcomm fell over 2%. Investors weighed a shutdown-delayed jobs report, new chip equipment forecasts, and uncertainty over AI profitability. Major U.S. indexes were modestly lower as rate expectations shifted.
16 December 2025
············
Nebius Group (NBIS) Stock Slides as AI “Neocloud” Volatility Returns: News, Forecasts and Analysis for Dec. 16, 2025

Nebius Group (NBIS) Stock Slides as AI “Neocloud” Volatility Returns: News, Forecasts and Analysis for Dec. 16, 2025

Nebius Group shares fell 3.2% to $78.54 Tuesday, extending a two-day slide after dropping 7.5% Monday on heavy volume. The stock has swung between $76.95 and $81.88 intraday, with nearly 9.5 million shares traded. Investors remain divided after Nebius landed major AI infrastructure contracts with Microsoft, worth up to $19.4 billion, and Meta, valued at about $3 billion.
16 December 2025
··
EV Stocks Today: Tesla Near Record High on Driverless Robotaxi Tests as Ford’s $19.5B EV Reset and a Charging Lawsuit Jolt the Sector (Dec. 16, 2025)

EV Stocks Today: Tesla Near Record High on Driverless Robotaxi Tests as Ford’s $19.5B EV Reset and a Charging Lawsuit Jolt the Sector (Dec. 16, 2025)

Tesla shares rose 0.5% to $477.89 intraday Tuesday, nearing record highs after Elon Musk confirmed testing of robotaxis without safety monitors. Broader EV stocks fell, with Rivian down 3.9%, Lucid off 4.0%, and ChargePoint sliding 6.4%, as investors weighed Ford’s strategy shift and policy uncertainty on charging infrastructure. General Motors slipped 0.7%; Ford was flat.
16 December 2025
···········
SoFi Stock (SOFI) News Today: $1.5B Share Offering Fallout, Analyst Targets, and 2026 Forecasts (Dec. 16, 2025)

SoFi Stock (SOFI) News Today: $1.5B Share Offering Fallout, Analyst Targets, and 2026 Forecasts (Dec. 16, 2025)

SoFi Technologies shares traded near $26.16 Tuesday, up 1.3% after a volatile session, following a $1.5 billion equity offering of 54.5 million shares at $27.50 each. The stock remains about 20% below its November all-time high. Analysts issued mixed outlooks as new product launches and dilution concerns drove trading. Underwriters have a 30-day option to purchase 8.2 million more shares.
16 December 2025
·
Home Depot Stock (NYSE: HD) Update on Dec. 16, 2025: Analyst Price Targets, 2026 Outlook, and the Headlines Moving Shares

Home Depot Stock (NYSE: HD) Update on Dec. 16, 2025: Analyst Price Targets, 2026 Outlook, and the Headlines Moving Shares

Home Depot shares traded between $352 and $359 midday Tuesday after Daiwa Capital Markets raised its price target to $360 and kept a Neutral rating. The stock remains near the lower end of its 52-week range, following volatility sparked by last week’s Investor and Analyst Conference and ongoing cybersecurity concerns. Wall Street’s average 12-month price target sits near $400.
16 December 2025
·
Coca-Cola Stock (KO) News and Forecasts for Dec. 16, 2025: Analyst Targets, Dividend Outlook, and Key Catalysts

Coca-Cola Stock (KO) News and Forecasts for Dec. 16, 2025: Analyst Targets, Dividend Outlook, and Key Catalysts

Coca-Cola shares traded near $70.84 midday Tuesday, down 0.18%, with a session range between $70.54 and $71.30. The stock moved little as investors weighed recent CEO transition news and regulatory scrutiny over sugary drinks. Coca-Cola also announced its sixth FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour, set to begin January 2026 in Riyadh. The S&P 500 consumer staples sector has lagged broader market gains this year.
16 December 2025
Corcept Therapeutics (CORT) Stock Drops on Dec. 16, 2025: UBS Neutral Call, Relacorilant FDA Catalyst, and Updated Price Targets

Corcept Therapeutics (CORT) Stock Drops on Dec. 16, 2025: UBS Neutral Call, Relacorilant FDA Catalyst, and Updated Price Targets

Corcept Therapeutics shares fell 9% to $79.44 on December 16, 2025, after UBS initiated coverage at Neutral with a $95 target, citing valuation concerns. The stock had surged about 75% year-to-date. No major clinical or regulatory news drove the drop. Trading volume reached approximately 1.27 million shares.
16 December 2025
···
PBF Energy Stock Slides on Refinery Headlines: Today’s News, Analyst Forecasts, and Outlook for NYSE:PBF (December 16, 2025)

PBF Energy Stock Slides on Refinery Headlines: Today’s News, Analyst Forecasts, and Outlook for NYSE:PBF (December 16, 2025)

PBF Energy shares fell about 9% to $27.13 Tuesday after a fire at its Torrance, California refinery and new regulatory scrutiny at its Delaware City plant. The Torrance incident was contained Sunday, but traders cited ongoing operational and compliance risks. Reports highlighted recent emissions violations and new monitoring mandates in Delaware.
16 December 2025
··
Sanmina Stock (SANM) Slumps on Dec. 16, 2025 After Houston Energy Factory Expansion and Končar Transformer Deal

Sanmina Stock (SANM) Slumps on Dec. 16, 2025 After Houston Energy Factory Expansion and Končar Transformer Deal

Sanmina shares fell 8.85% to $144.17 Tuesday after the company announced plans for a new Houston factory focused on power-grid equipment and a transformer co-design deal with Croatia’s Končar Group. The stock drop followed concerns about capital spending and cash flow, as production at the new facility is not expected to begin until 2027.
16 December 2025
·
AbbVie Stock (ABBV) News, Forecasts and Analysis for Dec. 16, 2025: BofA Trims Target as Pipeline Catalysts Stay in Focus

AbbVie Stock (ABBV) News, Forecasts and Analysis for Dec. 16, 2025: BofA Trims Target as Pipeline Catalysts Stay in Focus

AbbVie shares fell 2.2% to $222.44 as of 17:54 UTC Tuesday after Bank of America cut its price target to $233 from $248 and kept a Neutral rating. The stock had traded near the top of its 52-week range before the drop. Analysts remain divided, with consensus 12-month targets ranging from $190 to $289. No major company-specific news drove the decline.
16 December 2025
··
Navan (NAVN) Stock Sinks on Q3 Earnings and CFO Exit: Guidance, Analyst Price Targets, and Forecasts for 2026 (Dec. 16, 2025)

Navan (NAVN) Stock Sinks on Q3 Earnings and CFO Exit: Guidance, Analyst Price Targets, and Forecasts for 2026 (Dec. 16, 2025)

Navan shares fell 17%–18% by midday Tuesday after the company reported a larger-than-expected GAAP net loss and announced CFO Amy Butte will step down January 9, 2026. The stock has dropped over 40% since its IPO, cutting market value below $3 billion. Q3 revenue rose 29% to $195 million, but GAAP net loss reached $225 million, driven by $103 million in stock-based compensation and a $97 million debt extinguishment charge.
16 December 2025
·
Vertiv (VRT) Stock News Today (Dec. 16, 2025): Why Shares Fell, What Analysts Forecast, and What to Watch Next

Vertiv (VRT) Stock News Today (Dec. 16, 2025): Why Shares Fell, What Analysts Forecast, and What to Watch Next

Vertiv Holdings shares closed at about $158 on December 16, 2025, down more than 2% after a volatile session. The drop followed a nearly 10% decline on December 12, triggered by a Wolfe Research downgrade and disappointment over missing S&P 500 inclusion. The stock’s 52-week range is roughly $53.60 to $202.45. Investors cited valuation concerns and rapid sentiment shifts as key factors in recent trading.
16 December 2025
·
1 … 1,158 1,159 1,160 1,161 1,162 … 1,893

Stock Market Today

  • 3 Risky Stocks Under $10 to Watch Out For in 2024
    May 3, 2026, 2:30 PM EDT. Stocks under $10 often attract investors due to their growth potential and lower option premiums. However, not all are bargains. Opendoor (NASDAQ:OPEN) trades at $5.33 but faces declining home sales and potential free cash flow margin drops. Optimum Communications (NYSE:OPTU) at $1.59 struggles with subscriber growth and high debt, risking dilution. SoundHound AI (NASDAQ:SOUN), priced at $7.97, grapples with low gross margins and negative free cash flow amid stiff competition. These companies pose significant risks due to shaky fundamentals and strategic challenges. Investors should exercise caution and consider alternatives with stronger financial health.

Latest article

TSMC’s Longtan Comeback: Taiwan Semiconductor’s Next AI Chip Bet Faces a Land Test

TSMC’s Longtan Comeback: Taiwan Semiconductor’s Next AI Chip Bet Faces a Land Test

3 May 2026
A suspended Longtan Science Park expansion in Taiwan has been revived, potentially allowing TSMC to build next-generation chip plants, Economic Daily News reported. The proposed 104-hectare site could attract up to NT$600 billion in investment but faces land, approval, and environmental challenges. TSMC’s first-quarter net income rose 58.3% to NT$572.48 billion amid strong AI chip demand. A public hearing was held for the project in April.
Gas Prices Hit $4.45, Pushing Electric Cars Back Into the Budget Fight

Gas Prices Hit $4.45, Pushing Electric Cars Back Into the Budget Fight

3 May 2026
U.S. average gasoline prices climbed to $4.446 a gallon Sunday, up 35 cents in a week and $1.275 from a year ago, according to AAA. EV sales fell 27% in the first quarter, but Cox Automotive reported a jump in shopper interest as fuel costs surged. In Delta, Ohio, gas briefly dropped to $2.63 before spiking to $4.79. The average new EV price in March was $54,508, with discounts nearing $8,000, Kelley Blue Book said.
Go toTop