Today: 18 May 2026

Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500 futures steady as Iran war keeps oil in focus; bitcoin jumps back to $74,000

Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500 futures steady as Iran war keeps oil in focus; bitcoin jumps back to $74,000

U.S. stock futures were little changed early Thursday as the U.S.-Israeli air war with Iran entered its sixth day, keeping focus on oil and inflation. Dow futures slipped 0.16%, S&P 500 futures edged down 0.01%. Oil prices rose, with Brent at $83.12 a barrel. Bitcoin hit a one-month high as traders watched Washington’s crypto bill debate.
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Hong Kong’s 2,000-Tonne Gold Vault Plan Gets Fresh Incentives as China Eyes Bullion Pricing Power

Hong Kong’s 2,000-Tonne Gold Vault Plan Gets Fresh Incentives as China Eyes Bullion Pricing Power

Hong Kong will offer support for gold refiners seeking LBMA certification and boost cross-border trade with mainland China, InvestHK said Thursday. The government aims to raise storage capacity to over 2,000 metric tons within three years. Beijing plans to manage overcapacity in heavy industries and expand strategic mineral stockpiles. China has increased gold reserves for 15 consecutive months through January.
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South Korea’s KOSPI jumps 10% as Iran war lifts oil toward $84 and rattles global markets

South Korea’s KOSPI jumps 10% as Iran war lifts oil toward $84 and rattles global markets

South Korea’s KOSPI surged nearly 10% after President Lee Jae Myung activated a $68 billion market stabilisation fund. Brent crude briefly topped $84 a barrel as Iran’s missile attack on Israel disrupted shipping, halting tanker traffic in the Strait of Hormuz. Bond yields and the dollar rose as traders scaled back expectations for near-term rate cuts. Qatar declared force majeure on gas exports, warning of at least a month’s disruption.
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Ondas Inc lands $20 million border drone order as national autonomous program kicks off

Ondas Inc lands $20 million border drone order as national autonomous program kicks off

Ondas Inc’s Airobotics unit received a $20 million initial purchase order as prime contractor for a national border-protection drone program, triggering development and phased deployment. The company has not disclosed the customer or country. Shares closed up 4.9% at $10.51 on Wednesday. The order is part of a multi-year framework and involves integrating drones, software, and ground infrastructure.
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AppLovin hints at upside in gaming-ads growth target as investors look for a new catalyst

AppLovin hints at upside in gaming-ads growth target as investors look for a new catalyst

AppLovin CFO Matt Stumpf said the company sees “potential upside” to its 20%-30% gaming ad growth target at a Morgan Stanley conference, a day after shares jumped about 10%. AppLovin-owned Adjust reported Tripledot Studios moved over 30 live games to its platform without disrupting campaigns. AppLovin posted $1.658 billion in Q4 revenue and guided Q1 revenue between $1.745 billion and $1.775 billion.
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Marvell earnings today: What could swing MRVL stock after the bell

Marvell earnings today: What could swing MRVL stock after the bell

Marvell Technology shares rose 0.8% to $78.09 in premarket trading Thursday ahead of its earnings report due after the U.S. market close. Analysts expect adjusted earnings of 79 cents a share on $2.21 billion in revenue, up from a year ago. Options traders are pricing an 11% swing in the stock after results. Marvell completed its XConn Technologies purchase in February, expecting revenue contribution in fiscal 2027.
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Astera Labs stock in focus after insider sale filing and fresh margin headwind talk

Astera Labs stock in focus after insider sale filing and fresh margin headwind talk

Astera Labs general counsel Philip Mazzara sold 10,000 shares for about $1.17 million on March 2, according to a Form 4 filing. CEO Jitendra Mohan downplayed concerns over a potential AI spending slowdown in 2027. CFO Mike Tate warned of a 200-basis-point gross margin headwind starting in the June quarter, citing an Amazon warrant and product mix. Shares rose 3.6% in premarket trading Thursday.
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BW stock jumps after Babcock & Wilcox gets $2.4 billion green light to build AI data-center power project

BW stock jumps after Babcock & Wilcox gets $2.4 billion green light to build AI data-center power project

Babcock & Wilcox received full notice to proceed on a $2.4 billion contract to supply equipment for Applied Digital’s AI data center campuses. The deal includes four 300-megawatt natural gas-fired boiler and generator systems. Shares rose nearly 31% after B&W reported fourth-quarter revenue of $161 million, beating analyst estimates. A securities filing set a fixed fee of about $434.8 million plus variable charges.
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Veeva earnings: $3.6 billion outlook and buyback plan as AI agents roll out

Veeva earnings: $3.6 billion outlook and buyback plan as AI agents roll out

Veeva Systems reported fourth-quarter revenue up 16% to $836 million and adjusted earnings of $2.06 per share, beating analyst expectations. The company forecast fiscal 2027 revenue of $3.585 billion to $3.6 billion and launched a $2 billion share buyback, purchasing $180 million in stock in the quarter. Cash and short-term investments totaled $6.6 billion at year-end.
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  • ChatGPT Predicts XRP Price Range for 2027 Amid Evolving Market and Regulatory Factors
    May 17, 2026, 6:18 PM EDT. ChatGPT forecasted XRP's price between $2.50 and $10 by 2027, based on market, regulatory, and adoption factors. The base case assumes a steady Bitcoin (BTC) uptrend and gradual XRP adoption, projecting $4.00 to $6.50. A bullish scenario with strong BTC cycles and institutional inflows could push XRP to $6.50-$10. Conversely, bear conditions marked by reduced liquidity and crypto interest might pull prices down to $2.50-$4. XRP's role in cross-border payments and improved U.S. regulatory clarity, including live spot XRP ETFs, are pivotal factors attracting institutional capital and enhancing liquidity going forward.

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18 May 2026
Exxon Mobil closed Friday at $157.92, up 3.4%, after a surge in crude prices lifted energy stocks. Brent crude settled at $109.26 a barrel and WTI at $105.42, both jumping on concerns over shipping near the Strait of Hormuz. A Texas jury found Exxon not liable in a long-running investor lawsuit. Trading resumes Monday; U.S. markets are closed for the weekend.
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