Today: 29 April 2026

P&G stock rises as Wall Street slides on tariff fears; earnings next on deck

P&G stock rises as Wall Street slides on tariff fears; earnings next on deck

Procter & Gamble shares rose 1.4% to $146.49 despite a broad market selloff triggered by new U.S. tariff threats on European imports. Barclays raised its price target to $155 but warned recent gains reflect defensive buying, not stronger fundamentals. Investors await P&G’s Jan. 22 earnings call for updates on pricing, costs, and demand. The Cboe Volatility Index hit an eight-week high as traders shifted to consumer staples.
Dow Jones sinks 500 points as Trump’s Greenland tariff threat rattles Wall Street

Dow Jones sinks 500 points as Trump’s Greenland tariff threat rattles Wall Street

The Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged 582.97 points by midday Tuesday after President Trump announced new tariffs on imports from eight NATO allies, triggering a broad selloff. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq also fell, with declines in tech, banking, and industrial stocks. European leaders plan an emergency summit Thursday in response. The Cboe Volatility Index spiked to its highest level in eight weeks.
20 January 2026
3M stock price tumbles on 2026 profit outlook, tariffs back in focus

3M stock price tumbles on 2026 profit outlook, tariffs back in focus

3M shares fell 7.4% to $155.30 after its 2026 adjusted earnings forecast missed analyst estimates, citing possible extra costs from new U.S. tariffs on European goods. The company projected 2026 adjusted EPS of $8.50 to $8.70, below the $8.61 consensus. CEO Bill Brown warned of challenges in roofing granules and auto aftermarket segments. Fourth-quarter adjusted earnings reached $1.83 per share on $6.0 billion in sales.
20 January 2026
Caterpillar stock slides on tariff jitters as Oppenheimer lifts target — what to watch next

Caterpillar stock slides on tariff jitters as Oppenheimer lifts target — what to watch next

Caterpillar shares fell nearly 3% Tuesday to $629.03, extending losses as U.S. stocks slid on renewed tariff worries. The stock traded ex-dividend, making new buyers ineligible for the upcoming $1.51 payout. Oppenheimer raised its price target to $700, but sector pressure persisted. Investors await Caterpillar’s Jan. 29 earnings report for signs of demand and pricing strength.
20 January 2026
Natural gas price surge jolts UNG and producers as U.S. cold snaps back into view

Natural gas price surge jolts UNG and producers as U.S. cold snaps back into view

NYMEX February natural gas futures jumped 25.2% Tuesday to $3.885/mmBtu, the steepest daily gain since January 2022, as traders covered shorts on colder U.S. forecasts. Next-day cash prices in New York soared nearly 200% to $11.76/mmBtu, while West Texas Waha prices stayed below zero. U.S. LNG export flows matched record highs, and gas-linked funds rallied sharply.
20 January 2026
Bitcoin price drops below $90,000 as tariff fears hit risk assets; Strategy keeps buying

Bitcoin price drops below $90,000 as tariff fears hit risk assets; Strategy keeps buying

Bitcoin fell 3.8% to $89,480 Tuesday, dropping below $90,000 as traders reacted to new U.S.-Europe tariff threats and a broader risk-off move. Strategy disclosed $2.13 billion in bitcoin purchases over eight days, while its shares slid 7.4%. Crypto-linked stocks and the dollar also weakened. About $865 million in crypto liquidations occurred as prices dropped.
Nebius (NBIS) stock slides 7% as Israel opens AI supercomputer access — what investors watch next

Nebius (NBIS) stock slides 7% as Israel opens AI supercomputer access — what investors watch next

Nebius Group shares fell 7.4% to $100.65 in early Tuesday trading, underperforming the broader tech sector. The drop followed news that Israel’s Innovation Authority launched its AI supercomputer, built by Nebius, with access now live for companies and researchers. Nebius reported $146.1 million in quarterly revenue but posted losses over $100 million as capital spending surged.
Uber stock slides as KeyBanc trims target — and a new Israel push lands on traders’ screens

Uber stock slides as KeyBanc trims target — and a new Israel push lands on traders’ screens

Uber shares fell 2% to $83.18 Tuesday as U.S. stocks slid after new tariff threats from President Trump. KeyBanc trimmed its Uber price target to $105, citing uncertainty over autonomous vehicles, but kept an Overweight rating. An Israeli committee approved a bill to allow Uber and Lyft to operate in Israel, pending parliamentary approval. Investors await Uber’s earnings report on Feb. 4.
Coinbase stock slides as bitcoin slips under $90,000; Bermuda “onchain economy” plan in focus

Coinbase stock slides as bitcoin slips under $90,000; Bermuda “onchain economy” plan in focus

Coinbase Global shares fell 5.2% to $228.68 Tuesday as bitcoin dropped 3.6% and ether lost 6.7%. The decline followed renewed market jitters over President Trump’s Greenland bid and tariff threats. Coinbase also reported delays for some users on the Ronin Network. The company’s Q4 and full-year earnings are due February 12.
Honeywell stock (HON) slips as tariff jitters sweep Wall Street; Quantinuum IPO report in focus

Honeywell stock (HON) slips as tariff jitters sweep Wall Street; Quantinuum IPO report in focus

Honeywell shares fell 1.7% to $215.57 as U.S. stocks dropped after President Trump threatened new tariffs on eight European countries over Greenland. The Cboe Volatility Index jumped to an eight-week high above 20. Bloomberg reported Honeywell-backed Quantinuum is working with Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan on a potential IPO. Honeywell is set to report fourth-quarter results on Jan. 29.
20 January 2026
Qualcomm stock drops as tariff fears shake tech — here’s what QCOM traders are watching

Qualcomm stock drops as tariff fears shake tech — here’s what QCOM traders are watching

Qualcomm shares fell 2.4% to $155.63 by midday Tuesday, leading losses in chip stocks after new U.S. tariff threats on Europe triggered a global tech sell-off. The iShares Semiconductor ETF slipped 0.6%, with Broadcom and Nvidia also down, while AMD and Intel rose. Investors shifted to safer assets as volatility spiked to an eight-week high. Qualcomm’s earnings report in early February remains in focus.
20 January 2026
Cisco (CSCO) stock price slips as tariff jitters hit tech — even with a Wi‑Fi 7 campus deal

Cisco (CSCO) stock price slips as tariff jitters hit tech — even with a Wi‑Fi 7 campus deal

Cisco shares fell 1.6% to $74.01 midday Tuesday, underperforming a broad tech selloff after new U.S. tariff threats. The drop followed Morgan Stanley’s downgrade of U.S. IT hardware, citing weak demand and higher costs. Earlier, Cisco announced a multi-year Wi‑Fi 7 rollout deal with Georgetown University. Arista Networks and Palo Alto Networks also declined.
20 January 2026
Why UMC stock is up 16% today: 8-inch price hike talk meets Taiwan’s CPO buzz

Why UMC stock is up 16% today: 8-inch price hike talk meets Taiwan’s CPO buzz

United Microelectronics Corp shares jumped 16% Tuesday, closing at $10.82 and leading semiconductor gains as U.S. markets fell. Taipei-listed UMC hit the daily limit before settling up 6-7%, fueled by rumors of 8-inch wafer price hikes. Foreign investors remained net buyers, and UMC confirmed its Singapore Fab 12i P3 expansion is moving toward mass production by 2027. Investors await UMC’s earnings report on Jan. 28.
HYMC stock jumps nearly 17% as silver breaks $95 — what’s driving Hycroft Mining today

HYMC stock jumps nearly 17% as silver breaks $95 — what’s driving Hycroft Mining today

Hycroft Mining shares jumped 16.8% to $40.45 Tuesday as gold hit $4,700 an ounce and silver reached $95, both record highs. Canadian investor Eric Sprott exercised over 4.6 million warrants and bought 200,000 shares last week. Hycroft, which owns a large Nevada mine, has no current production and warned it needs more funding to advance development. Trading volume neared 3 million shares by midday.

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  • Land Securities Group's Investment Outlook Shifts Amid Mixed Analyst Ratings
    April 29, 2026, 2:54 PM EDT. Land Securities Group (LSE:LAND) sees varied analyst outlooks. Goldman Sachs upgraded the stock with a fair value near £7.01, indicating optimism about fundamentals. Morgan Stanley maintains an Equal Weight rating, suggesting a balanced view with targets around £6.70. Meanwhile, Citi trimmed its price target by 23 GBp, signaling caution. Recent leasing deals, including bp's lease at Timber Square and strong tenant interest at MYO Kings Cross, underscore ongoing demand for Landsec's London office spaces. Timber Square's net zero design with Europe's tallest hybrid timber and steel building aligns with sustainability trends, potentially affecting future valuations. Investors should balance bullish upgrades against cautious price cuts as the investment story evolves.

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FuelCell Energy Stock Jumps As AI Power Bet Gets Fresh Boost From Bloom Energy

FuelCell Energy Stock Jumps As AI Power Bet Gets Fresh Boost From Bloom Energy

29 April 2026
DANBURY, Conn., April 29, 2026, 3:04 p.m. ET FuelCell Energy shares jumped on Wednesday, lifted by a broader fuel-cell rally after rival Bloom Energy raised its 2026 outlook and reported a surge in revenue tied to demand for on-site power from data centers. FuelCell shares were recently at $12.69, up $2.75 from Tuesday’s close, with volume above 13 million shares. The move matters now because the market is again treating fuel-cell suppliers as part of the AI infrastructure trade. Data centers need large amounts of steady electricity, and grid delays have pushed some operators to look at on-site generation, including
Plug Power Stock Jumps Before Earnings As Hydrogen Rally Gets New Spark

Plug Power Stock Jumps Before Earnings As Hydrogen Rally Gets New Spark

29 April 2026
Plug Power shares rose about 10% to $3.33 Wednesday, trading on heavy volume after Clear Street raised its price target and Bloom Energy reported strong results. Plug will report first-quarter earnings May 11, as investors watch for signs that cost cuts and new orders are improving margins. The company recently won a major electrolyzer contract for a Québec project. Bloom Energy shares surged 23% after posting a 130% revenue jump.
Why Rising Dragon Acquisition Stock Surged as RDAC Seeks More Time for HZJL SPAC Deal

Why Rising Dragon Acquisition Stock Surged as RDAC Seeks More Time for HZJL SPAC Deal

29 April 2026
Rising Dragon Acquisition Corp. shares surged over 400% to $21.72 Wednesday after the SPAC proposed extending its merger deadline with HZJL Cayman Limited. The company called a May 28 shareholder meeting to vote on extending the deadline by up to 15 months. Rising Dragon’s board urged shareholders to approve the extension. The HZJL merger has not closed.
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