ASML stock just hit another record after Bernstein’s upgrade puts AI memory spending in the spotlight

ASML stock just hit another record after Bernstein’s upgrade puts AI memory spending in the spotlight

AMSTERDAM, Jan 5, 2026, 16:32 CET ASML shares touched a new record on Monday after Bernstein upgraded the Dutch chipmaking equipment maker, pushing its price target sharply higher and extending a run that has turned the stock into one of Europe’s standout technology winners. The upgrade matters now because the next leg of the AI buildout is shifting from compute…
Tim Cook’s Nike Stock Buy Sparks Fresh Buzz as Shares Climb Again

Tim Cook’s Nike Stock Buy Sparks Fresh Buzz as Shares Climb Again

New York, January 5, 2026, 10:36 EST Nike shares rose about 2.7% to $65.00 in morning trading on Monday, extending a recent rebound that has drawn fresh attention to insider buying at the sportswear company. The moves matter because insider purchases — executives and directors buying with their own money — are closely watched as a barometer of confidence, especially…
Sandisk stock rises on chip-shortage bets as SNDK heads into Jan. 29 earnings

Sandisk stock rises on chip-shortage bets as SNDK heads into Jan. 29 earnings

NEW YORK, January 5, 2026, 09:44 EST — Regular session Sandisk Corp (SNDK.O) shares rose 2.6% in early trading on Monday, extending a rally in U.S. memory and storage names after reports that chip shortages could translate into higher prices. Micron Technology (MU.O) was up 2.8% and Western Digital (WDC.O) gained 3.1%, Reuters reported. Reuters The move matters because memory…
Netflix stock edges higher as CFRA downgrades on Warner Bros. deal risk

Netflix stock edges higher as CFRA downgrades on Warner Bros. deal risk

New York, Jan 5, 2026, 10:36 (EST) — Regular session Netflix, Inc. shares rose about 1% to $91.90 on Monday, despite a fresh downgrade that flagged mounting risks around the company’s planned acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery assets. The stock traded between $90.50 and $92.26 in morning dealings. The call keeps focus on the balance-sheet and regulatory questions hanging over…
GE Aerospace earnings preview: Jan. 22 report to test the rally after a 52-week surge

GE Aerospace earnings preview: Jan. 22 report to test the rally after a 52-week surge

New York, Jan 5, 2026, 10:34 EST GE Aerospace will report fiscal fourth-quarter results on Jan. 22, with investors watching whether the jet-engine maker can extend its profit streak after a strong run in the stock. The report matters now because expectations have reset higher across the aerospace supply chain, and GE’s shares have become a referendum on whether engine…
Broadcom (AVGO) stock slides while chip peers rally — what’s weighing on shares now

Broadcom (AVGO) stock slides while chip peers rally — what’s weighing on shares now

New York, Jan 5, 2026, 10:24 (EST) — Regular session Broadcom Inc shares slid on Monday, bucking a broader lift in chip stocks as investors kept a tight focus on the cost of the AI buildout and what it means for margins across the sector. The move matters because Broadcom sits at the center of the AI infrastructure trade, selling…
Enbridge’s 6% dividend pitch meets insider selling as investors size up the pipeline giant

Enbridge’s 6% dividend pitch meets insider selling as investors size up the pipeline giant

Calgary, Jan 5, 2026, 08:19 MST Enbridge Inc’s president, Gregory Ebel, sold about C$22 million worth of shares over the past year, a transaction completed at roughly C$66.72 per share, according to a Simply Wall St analysis published on Monday. The same analysis said insiders have been net sellers, with no recorded purchases in the last quarter. Simply Wall St…
AST SpaceMobile stock rises as BlueBird 7 reaches Florida, keeping ASTS launch timeline in focus

AST SpaceMobile stock rises as BlueBird 7 reaches Florida, keeping ASTS launch timeline in focus

New York, January 5, 2026, 10:02 a.m. ET — Regular session AST SpaceMobile, Inc. shares rose in morning trade on Monday, with investors digesting fresh signs the satellite maker is pushing its next launch along. The stock was up 1.1% at $84.43, after trading between $81.22 and $85.63; it closed at $83.47 on Friday. The move matters because AST’s valuation…
EQT stock slides as natural gas prices slump — EIA storage report is the next test

EQT stock slides as natural gas prices slump — EIA storage report is the next test

New York, January 5, 2026, 10:25 EST — Regular session EQT Corp shares fell 4.2% to $51.20 in morning trading on Monday, tracking a slide in U.S. natural gas prices at the start of the week. The move matters because producers like EQT sell into a market where winter heating demand can swing quickly with weather forecasts. In January, a…
AMD stock rises in premarket as Lisa Su’s CES keynote puts AI chips in focus

AMD stock rises in premarket as Lisa Su’s CES keynote puts AI chips in focus

New York, January 5, 2026, 09:17 EST — Premarket Shares of Advanced Micro Devices (AMD.O) were up 2.8% at $229.73 in premarket trading, before Wall Street’s opening bell at 9:30 a.m. ET. The stock ended the last session at $223.47. Stooq The move puts attention back on CES, where chipmakers and hardware suppliers use early-January stages to reset expectations for…
Nvidia stock edges up as CES 2026 puts AI chip demand back in the spotlight

Nvidia stock edges up as CES 2026 puts AI chip demand back in the spotlight

New York, January 5, 2026, 10:18 (EST) — Regular session Nvidia (NVDA.O) shares rose about 0.7% on Monday to $190.12, holding near the day’s high of $193.58 as investors positioned ahead of CEO Jensen Huang’s CES appearance later in the day. The stock has traded between $189.48 and $193.58 so far. The early move matters because Nvidia often sets the…

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  • Middle Eastern Penny Stocks: Bank of Sharjah and E7 Group Financial Insights
    January 22, 2026, 12:22 AM EST. As Gulf markets gain momentum before earnings season, investors eye Middle Eastern penny stocks for potential growth. Bank of Sharjah P.J.S.C. stands out with a 262.7% earnings surge, surpassing the sector growth, despite a high bad loan ratio of 6.6% and a modest 12.1% return on equity. Its Price-to-Earnings ratio of 7.5 suggests undervaluation versus the market average. Meanwhile, E7 Group PJSC operates in printing and packaging with a market cap of AED 2.16 billion, showing steady revenue streams. These smaller companies offer described financial health ratings up to six stars, signaling robust fundamentals amid a shifting landscape. Such firms may present attractive options for investors seeking exposure to emerging sectors in the UAE stock markets as regional economies recover and grow.
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