Xero share price jumps on AI push and fresh US payments numbers — here’s what investors watch next

Xero share price jumps on AI push and fresh US payments numbers — here’s what investors watch next

Xero shares rose 2.6% to A$96.10 after an investor briefing outlined AI and U.S. payments plans. The company expects Melio to reach adjusted-EBITDA breakeven by H2 FY28. BillPay payments revenue jumped 74% to NZ$158 million in FY25, while U.S. gross margin slipped to 38%. Xero will update its guidance framework with full-year results on May 14.
Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

Stock Market Today 03.02.2026

Insider selling by U.S. executives hit a five-year high as the S&P 500 topped 7,000, raising correction fears amid warnings from the IMF and Northern Trust. Infosys shares fell over 6%, dragging Sensex and Nifty lower after weakness in U.S. tech stocks. Nintendo shares dropped 10% on chip shortage concerns despite strong Switch sales. Gulf markets rose ahead of earnings, supported by non-oil growth and higher oil output.
3 February 2026
PayPal stock (PYPL) slips near lows ahead of earnings — what traders watch Tuesday

PayPal stock (PYPL) slips near lows ahead of earnings — what traders watch Tuesday

PayPal shares fell 0.7% to $52.33 Monday ahead of its quarterly earnings report, due before Tuesday’s market open. Analysts expect earnings of $1.29 per share on $8.79 billion revenue, with focus on branded checkout growth and margin forecasts for 2026. Investors are watching for signs of slowing market share and management’s plans for product investment. The company’s earnings webcast is set for 8:00 a.m. ET Tuesday.
IBM stock price jumps 2.6% as CEO share filing and new bond paperwork hit the tape

IBM stock price jumps 2.6% as CEO share filing and new bond paperwork hit the tape

IBM shares rose $8.01, or 2.6%, to close at $314.73 Monday after the company projected over 5% revenue growth for 2026 and announced a $1.68 quarterly dividend. CEO Arvind Krishna received 83,028 shares via performance units and sold 41,133 for tax withholding, according to an SEC filing. IBM also disclosed new debt offerings totaling €3.5 billion and $3.25 billion. The Dow gained 1.05% as U.S. stocks closed higher.
3 February 2026

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Broadcom Stock Gets a Google AI Spend Lift as Jefferies Sees 60% Upside

Broadcom Stock Gets a Google AI Spend Lift as Jefferies Sees 60% Upside

7 February 2026
Google raised its 2026 capital expenditure forecast to $175 billion–$185 billion, with most spending expected on data-center chips. Broadcom shares rose about 2% after the announcement, while Nvidia and AMD slipped. Jefferies reiterated a buy rating on Broadcom, maintaining a $500 price target, implying a 62% upside from Wednesday’s close.
No $2,000 IRS stimulus check is coming in February 2026 — but Trump’s tariff-check talk keeps the rumors alive

No $2,000 IRS stimulus check is coming in February 2026 — but Trump’s tariff-check talk keeps the rumors alive

7 February 2026
The IRS has not announced new federal stimulus payments for February 2026, and Congress has not approved fresh checks. Trump told NBC he is considering $2,000 tariff rebate checks but has not committed, saying any payout would likely come later in 2026. The IRS warns taxpayers to ignore texts and emails about “stimulus payments” and verify notices through official channels.
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