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Dow Jones today: Intel’s warning knocks the Dow as traders line up Fed week and Big Tech earnings

Dow Jones today: Intel’s warning knocks the Dow as traders line up Fed week and Big Tech earnings

The Dow fell 288.51 points, or 0.58%, to 49,095.50 Friday after Intel’s weak outlook pressured the index. The S&P 500 edged up 0.03%, while the Nasdaq gained 0.27%. Investors shifted to safe havens as tariff news and earnings jitters fueled volatility. Next week brings a Fed rate decision and key tech earnings.
23 January 2026
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Intel stock price plunges 17% after weak outlook, putting the chip turnaround back on trial

Intel stock price plunges 17% after weak outlook, putting the chip turnaround back on trial

Intel shares plunged 17% to $45.07 in after-hours trading Friday after the company warned of supply constraints for server chips and issued a weaker-than-expected first-quarter outlook. The stock touched $44.45 at its low, with nearly 291 million shares traded. Intel forecast Q1 revenue of $11.7–$12.7 billion and adjusted EPS of zero. Investors now await the Fed’s Jan. 28 decision and next week’s tech earnings.
23 January 2026
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Apple stock slips after hours as China discounts and India antitrust fight sharpen focus ahead of earnings

Apple stock slips after hours as China discounts and India antitrust fight sharpen focus ahead of earnings

Apple shares slipped 0.15% to $248.04 in after-hours trading Friday as investors weighed China iPhone discounts and regulatory risks in India. Apple has asked an Indian court to block access to its global financials in an antitrust probe, warning of possible fines up to $38 billion. The company will report quarterly earnings Jan. 29. The Dow closed down 0.58%, with the S&P 500 flat and Nasdaq up 0.27%.
23 January 2026
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Broadcom stock slips (AVGO) after Intel’s forecast shakes chip mood; Fed and Big Tech earnings ahead

Broadcom stock slips (AVGO) after Intel’s forecast shakes chip mood; Fed and Big Tech earnings ahead

Broadcom shares fell 1.7% to $320.05 in after-hours trading Friday, tracking declines in chip stocks after Intel’s weak outlook. The U.S. government announced a new procurement deal offering federal agencies discounts of up to 64% on Broadcom’s VMware software through May 2027. Investors are watching for further moves as tech earnings and macroeconomic data approach next week.
23 January 2026
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AMD stock price climbs after Intel flags AI server chip strain — what investors watch next

AMD stock price climbs after Intel flags AI server chip strain — what investors watch next

AMD shares rose 2.3% to $259.65 in after-hours trading Friday following Intel’s warning of server chip shortages for AI data centers. Intel projected quarterly revenue below forecasts, citing unexpected demand. The Nasdaq stock saw heavy volume, with traders watching for AMD’s earnings on Feb. 3 and the Fed decision next week. Nvidia gained after reports of new Chinese orders for its AI chips.
23 January 2026
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Meta stock ticks up after teen AI character pause as earnings week nears

Meta stock ticks up after teen AI character pause as earnings week nears

Meta shares rose 1.7% to $658.65 in after-hours trading after announcing it will suspend teens’ access to its AI characters worldwide in coming weeks. Meta plans to release quarterly results Jan. 28. Britain’s Ofcom opened an investigation into Meta over WhatsApp information. A Brazilian court suspended a ban on Meta restricting third-party AI tools on WhatsApp Business.
23 January 2026
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Intel stock sinks 17% as weak forecast reignites worries over AI chip supply crunch

Intel stock sinks 17% as weak forecast reignites worries over AI chip supply crunch

Intel shares fell 17% Friday to $45.11 after a weak outlook and ongoing supply chain problems. The selloff wiped out January gains and put over $35 billion in market value at risk. Intel reported Q4 revenue of $13.7 billion and forecast Q1 sales of $11.7–$12.7 billion with a projected EPS of $(0.21). CEO Lip-Bu Tan cited unmet demand; CFO David Zinsner expects supply to hit a low in Q1.
23 January 2026
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Micron stock closes higher near $400 as HSBC lifts target to $500 on memory-price crunch

Micron stock closes higher near $400 as HSBC lifts target to $500 on memory-price crunch

Micron shares closed up 0.5% at $399.58 after swinging between $390.80 and $411.90. HSBC raised its price target to $500, citing stronger DRAM pricing and demand. Rising memory costs are pressuring PC and phone makers, with IDC forecasting a 4.9% drop in PC shipments and a 2% fall in smartphones for 2026. Micron shareholders approved a charter amendment limiting some officer liability.
23 January 2026
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Microsoft stock price jumps nearly 4% — what Wall Street is watching before next week’s earnings

Microsoft stock price jumps nearly 4% — what Wall Street is watching before next week’s earnings

Microsoft shares rose 3.8% to $468.31 Friday, lifting its market value to about $3.85 trillion as the broader market stayed flat. The move came despite a lingering Microsoft 365 outage, which the company said was resolved after reports peaked at over 15,000. Investors are watching next week’s tech earnings and the Federal Reserve decision for further direction.
23 January 2026
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Nvidia stock gains on China H200 chip order report — what moves NVDA next

Nvidia stock gains on China H200 chip order report — what moves NVDA next

Nvidia shares closed up 1.5% at $187.53 after reports that Chinese regulators told Alibaba and others to prepare orders for H200 AI chips. U.S. officials have approved H200 exports to China with strict conditions, while Beijing has signaled “in-principle” approval for major tech firms. Uncertainty remains after Chinese customs blocked earlier H200 shipments. Nvidia reports earnings Feb. 25.
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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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