Lumentum (LITE) Stock: Latest News, Forecasts, and Analyst Targets as AI Optics Volatility Spikes (Dec. 14, 2025)

Lumentum (LITE) Stock: Latest News, Forecasts, and Analyst Targets as AI Optics Volatility Spikes (Dec. 14, 2025)

Lumentum Holdings (NASDAQ: LITE) stock saw sharp volatility into Dec. 14, 2025. Here’s what’s driving the move, what analysts forecast next, and key AI optics catalysts to watch. Updated: Sunday, December 14, 2025 — U.S. markets are closed today, but Lumentum Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: LITE) is in focus after a dramatic late-week swing that underscored both the stock’s AI-infrastructure upside narrative and its valuation-driven volatility. On the most recent trading day (Friday, Dec. 12), Lumentum last traded around $324.35, down 12.83% (about -$47.74) versus the prior close, after trading as low as $319.29 and as high as $365.88. Reuters data
Walmart Stock (WMT) News and Forecast Today: Nasdaq-100 Snub, Analyst Targets, Dividend Dates, and 2026 Catalysts

Walmart Stock (WMT) News and Forecast Today: Nasdaq-100 Snub, Analyst Targets, Dividend Dates, and 2026 Catalysts

Updated: December 14, 2025 Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ: WMT) is ending 2025 with its stock near record levels—and with a fresh Wall Street narrative that increasingly treats the world’s largest retailer as a tech-enabled logistics and digital commerce platform, not “just” a big-box chain. That story gained momentum after Walmart’s historic move from the New York Stock Exchange to Nasdaq earlier this month. Reuters+1 But the most market-moving headline tied to that switch is what didn’t happen: Walmart narrowly missed eligibility for the Nasdaq-100’s annual reconstitution because its Nasdaq listing came too late for this year’s cutoff, according to coverage of
Bank of America (BAC) Stock News Today: Record High, Fed Rate Cut, Analyst Targets, and the 2026 Outlook (Dec. 14, 2025)

Bank of America (BAC) Stock News Today: Record High, Fed Rate Cut, Analyst Targets, and the 2026 Outlook (Dec. 14, 2025)

Updated: Sunday, December 14, 2025 Bank of America Corporation (NYSE: BAC) is ending 2025 with momentum. Shares closed at a record $55.14 on Friday, Dec. 12, a milestone the stock hadn’t reached since before the global financial crisis era. Barron’s+1 With markets closed Sunday, the key question for investors is whether BAC’s rally is “just a catch-up trade” after years of post-crisis baggage—or the start of a longer re-rating as rates fall, regulation potentially loosens, and management pushes ambitious profitability targets into 2026. Below is a full, publication-ready round-up of the latest BAC stock headlines and analysis as of Dec.
US Economic Calendar for Monday, December 15, 2025: Empire State Manufacturing, NAHB Housing Index, Fed Speeches, and Treasury Bill Auctions

US Economic Calendar for Monday, December 15, 2025: Empire State Manufacturing, NAHB Housing Index, Fed Speeches, and Treasury Bill Auctions

As markets head into the final full week of 2025, Monday’s U.S. economic calendar (December 15) delivers an early read on factory momentum via the New York Fed’s Empire State survey, a fresh pulse check on homebuilder confidence, and two closely watched Federal Reserve appearances—all against a backdrop of a newly reduced policy rate, renewed liquidity operations in Treasury bills, and lingering data disruptions tied to the 2025 federal funding lapse. Reuters+3Kiplinger+3Reuters+3 While Monday isn’t the heaviest day for “big ticket” macro releases, it’s an important setup session: investors are trying to price the Fed’s next steps after December’s quarter-point rate
Australia Economic Calendar for Monday, 15 December 2025: RBA Financial Stability Speech in Focus as China Data Tests the AUD

Australia Economic Calendar for Monday, 15 December 2025: RBA Financial Stability Speech in Focus as China Data Tests the AUD

Australia’s economic calendar for Monday, 15 December 2025 is light on hard data, but far from dull. The local market’s main event is an RBA speech focused on financial stability, landing just days after the central bank’s hawkish “hold”on rates and against a backdrop of sticky inflation signals and capacity constraints flagged in business surveys. Reserve Bank of Australia At the same time, the day brings a heavy Asia-Pacific macro pulse via China’s activity data and Japan’s Tankan survey—key inputs for commodities, risk sentiment, and the Australian dollar (AUD) given Australia’s trade exposure. Westpac IQ Library Australia economic calendar: what’s scheduled for Monday, 15 December 2025 (AEDT) No major ABS economy releases are scheduled for Monday on
14 December 2025
Canada Economic Calendar for Monday, December 15, 2025: CPI, Housing Starts and Factory Data Set the Tone for CAD

Canada Economic Calendar for Monday, December 15, 2025: CPI, Housing Starts and Factory Data Set the Tone for CAD

Canada’s macro calendar for Monday, December 15, 2025 is front-loaded with market-moving releases that can quickly reset expectations for Bank of Canada policy, the Canadian dollar (CAD), and rate-sensitive sectors such as housing and consumer discretionary. The headline event is Statistics Canada’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) for November, landing just days after the Bank of Canada held its policy rate at 2.25% and reiterated that inflation has been contained near target—even as trade frictions and tariff-related restructuring keep uncertainty elevated. Bank of Canada+1 The backdrop going into Monday is already lively: the loonie has been firm, supported by a “policy divergence” narrative (markets weighing a BoC on hold versus
14 December 2025
UK Economic Calendar for Monday, 15 December 2025: Consumer Sentiment and House Prices in Focus Ahead of a High-Stakes BoE Week

UK Economic Calendar for Monday, 15 December 2025: Consumer Sentiment and House Prices in Focus Ahead of a High-Stakes BoE Week

Monday (15 December 2025) brings a lighter UK data slate than the rest of the week — but it’s far from irrelevant. With investors bracing for UK labour market figures (Tuesday), UK inflation (Wednesday), and the Bank of England (Thursday), even second-tier releases can shape early-week positioning in sterling (GBP), gilts, and UK rate expectations. S&P Global+1 The backdrop is tense: the UK economy stumbled in the run-up to the Autumn Budget, with output unexpectedly soft, while households and businesses have shown signs of caution heading into year-end. Reuters+1 Below is what’s on the UK economic calendar tomorrow, why it matters, and how it fits into the broader UK
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Goldman Sachs Stock (GS) Forecast and Outlook for 2026: M&A Rebound, AI Efficiency Push, and Wall Street Price Targets (Dec. 14, 2025)

Goldman Sachs Stock (GS) Forecast and Outlook for 2026: M&A Rebound, AI Efficiency Push, and Wall Street Price Targets (Dec. 14, 2025)

Goldman Sachs (NYSE: GS) is hovering near recent highs after a strong 2025 run. Here’s the latest news, forecasts, and analyst targets as of Dec. 14, 2025. Goldman Sachs stock is heading into mid-December in a familiar place for 2025: near the top of the market’s leaderboard, but with investors debating how much upside is still left after a powerful rally. As of the latest available trade/quote, The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE: GS) is around $888 after a sharp down day in the most recent session. StockAnalysis On Dec. 11, the stock printed an intraday high around $919, underscoring
Visa Stock News & Forecast (Dec. 14, 2025): Analyst Upgrades, Stablecoins, and Swipe-Fee Risks for V Shares

Visa Stock News & Forecast (Dec. 14, 2025): Analyst Upgrades, Stablecoins, and Swipe-Fee Risks for V Shares

Visa Inc. (NYSE: V) stock heads into the week of Dec. 15 after a sharp rebound that put the payments giant back in the spotlight for both growth investors and “quality compounder” buyers. Visa shares last closed at $347.83 on Friday, Dec. 12, up 0.64% on the day, with a 52-week range of $299.00 to $375.51, according to the company’s investor relations quote page. Visa Investor Relations The move capped a two-day surge that followed a run of underperformance versus the broader market—one reason multiple Wall Street desks have been re-rating Visa in December. At the same time, Visa’s story
Sandisk (SNDK) Stock News Today: Downgrade-Driven Selloff, Updated Analyst Forecasts, and What Investors Watch Next (Dec. 14, 2025)

Sandisk (SNDK) Stock News Today: Downgrade-Driven Selloff, Updated Analyst Forecasts, and What Investors Watch Next (Dec. 14, 2025)

Sandisk stock (NASDAQ: SNDK) heads into the Dec. 15 open after a sharp Friday drop. Here’s what drove the move, the latest Wall Street targets, and key catalysts for 2026. MarketScreener Sandisk Corporation (Nasdaq: SNDK) is ending the weekend under a brighter spotlight than usual—just not for the reasons shareholders hoped. On Friday, December 12, the stock closed at $206.18, down 14.66% in a single session, and market commentary over the weekend has focused on two converging forces: a broader tech selloff tied to renewed “AI trade” anxiety and a company-specific analyst downgrade that hit sentiment after an extraordinary 2025
Strategy Inc (MSTR) Stock News, Forecasts and Analysis for Dec. 14, 2025: Nasdaq 100 Stays, MSCI Decision Looms, Bitcoin Buys Continue

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UnitedHealth Group (UNH) Stock News and Forecasts on Dec. 14, 2025: DOJ-Amedisys Deal, Optum Opioid Lawsuit, Earnings Date, and Analyst Targets

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Updated: December 14, 2025 UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE: UNH) is ending the weekend with a rare combination for a Dow heavyweight: a near-term relief catalyst (a key court-approved DOJ settlement tied to the Amedisys deal) alongside fresh legal headline risk (West Virginia’s opioid-related lawsuit targeting Optum). Add an upcoming full-year 2025 earnings release with 2026 guidance in late January, and UNH stock enters the final stretch of 2025 as one of the market’s most closely watched healthcare bellwethers. Department of Justice+2Reuters+2 Below is the full roundup of the most current news, forecasts, and analyst commentary available as of 14.12.2025, plus

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LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: February 7, 2026, 12:00 AM ESTUpdated: February 7, 2026, 12:11 AM EST CleanSpark (CLSK) Shares Show Volatility Amid Bitcoin Mining Growth Prospects February 7, 2026, 12:02 AM EST. CleanSpark (CLSK), a bitcoin mining firm, saw a sharp 21.96% rise in one day after a 35.26% decline over 90 days. The company posted $785 million in annual revenue but a net loss of $267 million. Despite recent share price volatility, analysts estimate a fair value of $23.16 per share, more than double the current $10.08 price, reflecting expectations of expansion in mining capacity and improved margins. The valuation
Seagate (STX) stock jumps nearly 6% as Citi hikes target — what to watch next week

Seagate (STX) stock jumps nearly 6% as Citi hikes target — what to watch next week

7 February 2026
Seagate shares rose 5.9% to $429.32 Friday after Citigroup raised its price target to $480 and reiterated a buy rating. The gain ended a two-day slide but left the stock 6.6% below its Feb. 3 high. CEO Dave Mosley sold 20,000 shares on Feb. 2 under a pre-arranged plan, SEC filings show. U.S. jobs and inflation data next week are seen as key tests for tech stocks.
Cummins (CMI) stock price rebounds after earnings whipsaw as investors eye data-center power demand

Cummins (CMI) stock price rebounds after earnings whipsaw as investors eye data-center power demand

7 February 2026
Cummins shares jumped 6.8% to $577.73 Friday, recovering from a nearly 9% post-earnings drop the day before. The company reported Q4 revenue up 1% to $8.54 billion, took a $218 million charge tied to its hydrogen business, and guided for 2026 EBITDA of 17–18% of sales. Demand for data center generators offset weakness in North American truck markets. Analyst reaction was mixed; Truist raised its price target.
Corning stock hits first record close since 2000 as jobs, CPI data loom

Corning stock hits first record close since 2000 as jobs, CPI data loom

7 February 2026
Corning shares surged 8.3% to $122.16 Friday, their highest close since the dot-com era, after Meta agreed to buy up to $6 billion in fiber-optic cables. The stock is up 40% since late 2025, fueled by strong first-quarter guidance and AI data-center demand. Insiders sold shares following the rally, SEC filings show. Investors await next week’s U.S. jobs and inflation data for rate signals.
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