Today: 12 April 2026

Lynas Rare Earths stock jumps 5% on price-floor chatter — what ASX:LYC investors watch next

Lynas Rare Earths stock jumps 5% on price-floor chatter — what ASX:LYC investors watch next

Lynas Rare Earths shares rose about 5% to A$16.01 on Wednesday, among the top gainers on the Australian market. The rally followed comments from Resources Minister Madeleine King on a possible government-backed price floor for critical minerals. Investors await details as Washington hosts talks on a U.S.-led alliance for critical minerals trade outside China’s supply chain.
4 February 2026
CSL Limited share price rises 2% on ASX — what to know ahead of Feb 11 results

CSL Limited share price rises 2% on ASX — what to know ahead of Feb 11 results

CSL shares rose 2.0% to A$181.70 on Wednesday, outperforming a flat health care sector as the ASX 200 gained 0.8%. Investors await CSL’s half-year results and interim dividend announcement on Feb. 11. The Reserve Bank of Australia raised rates to 3.85% this week, with another hike expected in May. CSL last cut its FY26 forecasts in October, citing weaker U.S. flu vaccination rates.
4 February 2026
Macquarie Group stock slips despite ASX rally as bank flags higher rates; Feb 10 briefing ahead

Macquarie Group stock slips despite ASX rally as bank flags higher rates; Feb 10 briefing ahead

Macquarie Group shares fell 1.4% to A$213.83, lagging the S&P/ASX 200’s 0.8% gain after the bank said it will raise variable home loan and deposit rates by 25 basis points from Feb. 20. The move follows the Reserve Bank of Australia’s first rate hike in two years. Investors await Macquarie’s operational briefing on Feb. 10 for updates on trading and rates.
4 February 2026
NAB share price jumps 2% after RBA hike — what traders watch next

NAB share price jumps 2% after RBA hike — what traders watch next

National Australia Bank shares rose 2.1% to A$43.93 Wednesday after the Reserve Bank of Australia lifted its cash rate by 25 basis points to 3.85%. Major banks, including NAB, announced matching increases to variable mortgage rates, their first such move in two years. Investors await the RBA’s meeting minutes on Feb. 17 and NAB’s trading update on Feb. 18.
BHP stock jumps nearly 5% as miners snap back — what investors watch before Feb. 17 results

BHP stock jumps nearly 5% as miners snap back — what investors watch before Feb. 17 results

BHP’s U.S. shares surged 4.8% to close near $72.74 Tuesday, with 5.1 million shares traded amid a broad rally in mining stocks. Rio Tinto and Vale also advanced, as commodities swung sharply on a stronger dollar and higher futures margin requirements. Investors await BHP’s half-year results due February 17. No new ASX updates from BHP since January 29.
Stock Market Today 04.02.2026

Stock Market Today 04.02.2026

India’s Sensex fell 225.69 points and Nifty50 dropped 87.65 as IT and metal stocks slumped, ending a three-day rally. Bitcoin hovered near $70,000, with institutional outflows and weak liquidity signaling a bear market. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index lost 1.27% as tech and metal shares declined, though Yum China and Miniso gained after earnings.
4 February 2026
SoFi stock slides as JPMorgan upgrade meets fresh price-target cuts

SoFi stock slides as JPMorgan upgrade meets fresh price-target cuts

SoFi Technologies shares fell 1.4% to $21.76 Tuesday after a volatile session with trading volume topping 92 million. JPMorgan upgraded the stock to Overweight, but UBS and Deutsche Bank trimmed their price targets. Traders await Wednesday’s delayed labor data and Fed minutes for rate signals. Other fintech stocks, including Upstart and LendingClub, also declined.
4 February 2026
Eaton stock whipsaws after earnings as 2026 outlook comes in light — what to know before Wednesday’s open

Eaton stock whipsaws after earnings as 2026 outlook comes in light — what to know before Wednesday’s open

Eaton shares closed up 0.9% at $362.53 after a volatile session, then slipped 0.3% in late trading. The company forecast 2026 adjusted profit below Wall Street’s midpoint, projecting $13.00–$13.50 per share. Quarterly revenue reached $7.06 billion, just under estimates. Eaton cited margin pressures and reaffirmed plans to spin off its vehicle and eMobility unit.
Home Depot stock beats Wall Street selloff as investors eye the next HD earnings read

Home Depot stock beats Wall Street selloff as investors eye the next HD earnings read

Home Depot shares rose 0.8% to $381.11 Tuesday, outperforming a falling market as the S&P 500 dropped 0.84% and the Nasdaq slid 1.43%. The company recently announced 800 job cuts at its Atlanta support center and a full-time office return for corporate staff. Home Depot reports fourth-quarter earnings Feb. 24, with investors focused on demand and comparable sales trends.

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  • Qnity Electronics Stock Gains 53.7% YTD Amid Valuation Debate
    April 12, 2026, 5:30 PM EDT. Qnity Electronics (Q) shares surged 53.7% year to date, driven by strong demand in semiconductor materials. The stock trades at $130.65, about 7% below analyst targets and sports a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 39.5x, slightly under the U.S. semiconductor sector average of 41.3x but well below the peer group average of 72.8x. Despite this seeming valuation discount, a discounted cash flow (DCF) model values the stock at $65.96, signaling potential overvaluation. Qnity reported $4.75 billion in revenue and net income of $692 million, with earnings growth forecasted at 14.05% annually. Risks remain, including the company's recent spin-off activities and reliance on cyclical semiconductor spending. Investors face a nuanced decision balancing strong momentum against contrasting valuation metrics.

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Bitcoin Price Today Slips After Iran Talks End Without Deal, but ETF Buyers Keep Showing Up

Bitcoin Price Today Slips After Iran Talks End Without Deal, but ETF Buyers Keep Showing Up

12 April 2026
Bitcoin fell 1.4% to $71,707 on Sunday after U.S.-Iran talks in Islamabad ended without a deal. Spot bitcoin ETFs logged net inflows last week, with BlackRock and Fidelity leading Friday’s buying. Morgan Stanley launched its MSBT fund on April 8, the first Wall Street bank to debut a bitcoin ETF. U.S. inflation data showed headline CPI up 3.3% in March, while core CPI rose 2.6%.
XRP Price Today: XRP Slips to $1.33 After Failed U.S.-Iran Talks Hit Crypto

XRP Price Today: XRP Slips to $1.33 After Failed U.S.-Iran Talks Hit Crypto

12 April 2026
XRP slipped about 1% to $1.33 on Sunday after U.S.-Iran peace talks in Islamabad ended without a deal, pressuring crypto markets. The token traded in a narrow range, with bitcoin and ether also weaker. XRP’s market cap stands at $81.7 billion, with $1.96 billion in daily volume. The token remains 63.5% below its all-time high.
Gold Price Today: Bullion Near $4,762 After Weekly Gain, but Failed Iran Talks Cloud Outlook

Gold Price Today: Bullion Near $4,762 After Weekly Gain, but Failed Iran Talks Cloud Outlook

12 April 2026
Spot gold steadied at $4,761.79 an ounce Friday after a third weekly gain, with U.S. futures at $4,787.40. The dollar posted its biggest weekly drop since January, making gold cheaper for non-U.S. buyers. U.S.-Iran talks ended without a deal, keeping geopolitical risks high. China’s central bank increased gold reserves for a 17th month, reaching 74.38 million ounces.
Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

US Stock Market Today: Live Updates 12.04.2026

12 April 2026
Futu Holdings (FUTU) rose 10.2% in the past week but trades 13.4% below its January level. Shares closed at $154.50, while analysts estimate intrinsic value at $245.48. The company posted a 92.2% return over 12 months. Valuation models indicate earnings exceed risk costs, supporting long-term growth projections.
India F-35 Deal Hits Pause: Lockheed Martin Says No Direct Talks, U.S. Door Still Open

India F-35 Deal Hits Pause: Lockheed Martin Says No Direct Talks, U.S. Door Still Open

11 April 2026
Lockheed Martin said it is not in direct talks with India over the F-35, clarifying that any approach must go through official U.S. and Indian channels under the Foreign Military Sales process. Indian officials confirmed no formal discussions on acquiring the F-35 have begun. India recently approved a $40 billion military upgrade, including other fighter jets, while Lockheed’s F-21 remains in a separate competition.
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