Today: 27 April 2026

Bigger tax refunds in 2026? IRS opens filing season as Trump tax breaks hit returns

Bigger tax refunds in 2026? IRS opens filing season as Trump tax breaks hit returns

The IRS began accepting 2025 federal tax returns Monday, requiring a new Schedule 1-A for several deductions under Trump’s tax law. Refunds may rise sharply, with the average projected at $3,800, as employers used outdated withholding tables. New deductions include extra amounts for seniors, reported tips, and overtime. The IRS urges e-filing and direct deposit to speed refunds.
26 January 2026
British American Tobacco share price ticks up after buyback update — what to watch before Feb 12 results

British American Tobacco share price ticks up after buyback update — what to watch before Feb 12 results

British American Tobacco shares rose 0.4% to 4,344 pence in early London trading Monday after the company disclosed it bought back 101,395 shares on Jan. 23 at prices between 4,295 and 4,339 pence. BAT extended its buyback program by up to £1.3 billion for 2026 and will cancel the repurchased shares. The board declared an interim dividend of 240.24 pence per share, with the final payment set for Feb. 4, 2026.
26 January 2026
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Aviva share price rebounds in early London trade after Friday’s slide — what’s next for AV.L

Aviva share price rebounds in early London trade after Friday’s slide — what’s next for AV.L

Aviva shares rose 1.8% to 630.4 pence in early London trading Monday, partially rebounding from Friday’s 5.17% drop. The stock remains about 11.6% below its Jan. 6 high after heavy trading late last week. Investors are watching for March 5 results and updates on the Direct Line integration. Aviva will launch unlimited 24/7 digital GP appointments for policyholders starting Jan. 29.
26 January 2026
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BP share price rises as oil firms on storm disruption and Iran risk, with earnings next in focus

BP share price rises as oil firms on storm disruption and Iran risk, with earnings next in focus

BP shares rose about 1% to 448.05 pence in early London trading Monday, tracking gains in oil and gas prices after U.S. winter storms cut output and geopolitical tensions lifted Brent crude to $66.30 a barrel. U.S. natural gas futures surged 70% over the week to $5.35 per MMBtu. BP’s earnings report is due Feb. 10, with investors focused on impairment charges and cash flow.
26 January 2026
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Glencore share price: production report and Rio Tinto deal clock keep GLEN.L in focus

Glencore share price: production report and Rio Tinto deal clock keep GLEN.L in focus

Glencore shares rose 2.2% Friday to 501 pence ahead of its full-year production report due Thursday. Rio Tinto is weighing a bid for Glencore, with a Feb. 5 deadline for a formal offer under UK takeover rules, according to Reuters. Barclays disclosed stakes in Glencore above the 1% threshold. Volatility in metals and currencies is rattling miners and traders.
26 January 2026
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Rolls-Royce share price today: what to watch before London opens for RR.L

Rolls-Royce share price today: what to watch before London opens for RR.L

Rolls-Royce shares closed 0.7% higher at 1,253p in London Friday, with trading volume at 37.1 million. The stock sits about 4% below its 52-week high, up 105% over the past year. Investors are watching a £200 million buyback running through Feb. 24 and full-year results due Feb. 26. Fresh warnings from Airbus have highlighted ongoing aviation supply-chain strains.
26 January 2026
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  • CIO Warns of Overlooked Risk Amid Stock Market's Record Rally
    April 27, 2026, 12:20 PM EDT. The stock market continues its record rally despite warnings from a Chief Investment Officer (CIO) about a key unseen risk. While investors celebrate gains, the CIO cautions that underlying vulnerabilities could challenge the market's strength. The rally's momentum may overshadow potential pitfalls, highlighting the importance of vigilance as conditions evolve. Market participants are urged to consider these risks in their strategies to avoid surprises in an unpredictable environment.

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RTX Raises 2026 Outlook on Missile Demand and Jet-Service Strength, but Stock Slides Again

RTX Stock Just Got Downgraded After an 11% Slide. The Earnings Beat Wasn’t Enough

27 April 2026
New York, April 27, 2026, 12:03 EDT RTX shares failed to mount much of a rebound on Monday after Erste Group Bank downgraded the aerospace and defense company to “hold” from “buy,” adding to pressure after a sharp selloff last week. The stock was recently at $174.16, little changed on the day, with an intraday range of $173.10 to $176.95. (Finviz) The downgrade matters because it landed less than a week after RTX delivered the kind of quarter that usually steadies a large defense name: higher sales, higher profit and a raised full-year forecast. Instead, investors are asking whether demand
Bill Ackman’s Uber Bet Just Got a $10 Billion Robotaxi Test

Bill Ackman’s Uber Bet Just Got a $10 Billion Robotaxi Test

27 April 2026
Uber shares rose about 2% Monday, trading near $76.17, after renewed focus on Bill Ackman’s stake and autonomous vehicle plans. Uber and Lucid agreed to buy at least 25,000 Lucid vehicles for robotaxi use, raising Uber’s total Lucid commitment to 35,000 units. An Uber subsidiary will purchase $200 million in Lucid stock. Competition from Waymo, Tesla, and Chinese rivals is intensifying.
Microsoft Stock Falls Ahead of Earnings as $18 Billion Australia AI Bet Runs Into Fresh Wall Street Doubts

Microsoft’s $357 Billion Question: Can Azure Prove AI Spending Is Paying Off?

27 April 2026
Microsoft will report fiscal Q3 results Wednesday, with focus on Azure growth and AI spending after a $357 billion market value loss last quarter. A new Microsoft-OpenAI deal announced Monday makes Microsoft’s OpenAI license non-exclusive and changes revenue-sharing terms. Analysts expect revenue near $81.4 billion. Microsoft guided for Azure and other cloud services growth of 37% to 38%, down from 39% last quarter.
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