Today: 26 May 2026

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.
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
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%.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
Why IREN stock price is jumping today: Feb. 5 earnings set, 2x short ETF launches

Why IREN stock price is jumping today: Feb. 5 earnings set, 2x short ETF launches

IREN Limited shares jumped 7.2% to $56.04 Friday on heavy volume ahead of its Feb. 5 earnings release. The company recently disclosed a $9.7 billion Microsoft deal and aims for $3.4 billion in AI cloud revenue by late 2026. Tradr launched a leveraged ETF offering -200% of IREN’s daily move. Bitcoin traded near $89,255, with IREN’s rally seen as stock-specific.
Tesla stock slips after Autopilot is dropped in U.S., Canada as robotaxi push meets earnings week

Tesla stock slips after Autopilot is dropped in U.S., Canada as robotaxi push meets earnings week

Tesla shares slipped 0.1% to $448.96 late Friday after the company dropped its standard Autopilot package for new U.S. and Canadian buyers. Starting Feb. 14, only a $99-per-month Full Self-Driving (Supervised) subscription will be offered. New vehicles now include just traffic-aware cruise control. Investors await Tesla’s Jan. 28 earnings and updates on software adoption and robotaxi progress.
Critical Metals (CRML) stock jumps 10% as Saudi rare-earth talks resurface in filing

Critical Metals (CRML) stock jumps 10% as Saudi rare-earth talks resurface in filing

Critical Metals shares surged about 10% Friday after a filing disclosed a non-binding Saudi MoU and four non-binding offtake term sheets tied to its Tanbreez project. The stock closed at $20.34, up $1.88, with volume over 39 million shares. Traders are watching for binding contracts and further disclosures. The company holds a 42% stake in Tanbreez and aims to expand rare-earth processing.
23 January 2026
Why Voyager Technologies (VOYG) stock is up today: Wedbush Outperform call meets ISS drug-research deal

Why Voyager Technologies (VOYG) stock is up today: Wedbush Outperform call meets ISS drug-research deal

Voyager Technologies shares rose 6.4% to $36.80 Friday after Wedbush initiated coverage with an Outperform rating and $46 target. The move followed Voyager’s announcement of a new ISS drug-discovery payload deal with Space LiinTech. Trading volume reached 2.24 million shares. Voyager went public in June and is developing the NASA-backed Starlab space station.
23 January 2026
IBM stock slides in afternoon trade as investors brace for earnings and fresh security news

IBM stock slides in afternoon trade as investors brace for earnings and fresh security news

IBM shares fell 1.1% to $291.51 Friday, underperforming other tech giants as traders braced for next week’s earnings and 2026 guidance. IBM Consulting announced a new “quantum-safe” security partnership, while analysts highlighted renewed software growth and the pending $11 billion Confluent deal. The company reports Q4 results on Jan. 28.
Applied Digital (APLD) stock jumps nearly 9% on Delta Forge AI data center build — what to watch next

Applied Digital (APLD) stock jumps nearly 9% on Delta Forge AI data center build — what to watch next

Applied Digital shares rose about 9% to $37.90 Friday after breaking ground on its Delta Forge 1 AI data center campus in Louisiana, designed for 430 megawatts of utility power. A Roth note expects a major tenant lease at the site within months. The company aims for initial operations by mid-2027. Investors are watching for a signed lease and financing details.

Stock Market Today

  • Top TSX Growth Stocks With High Insider Ownership to Watch in May 2026
    May 26, 2026, 10:06 AM EDT. Investors are eyeing TSX growth stocks with significant insider ownership, signaling confidence in long-term prospects amid rising yields. Notable picks include Allied Gold (TSX:AAUC) with 15.8% insider ownership and a forecasted 32.5% annual revenue growth, despite a recent US$58.33 million Q1 2026 loss. Allied Gold trades below its fair value and aims for profitability within three years. Another highlighted stock is Canfor Corporation (TSX:CFP), holding 22.6% insider ownership, with expected earnings growth of 76.6% annually despite a C$72.1 million Q1 loss. Both companies offer growth potential and trade at discounts relative to their peers, making them attractive for investors focusing on high insider stakes to navigate current economic shifts.

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Vertiv Stock Tests AI Data-Center Rally as VRT Shares Hit Fresh Highs

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26 May 2026
New Age Alpha Advisors increased its Vertiv stake by 466% in Q4, while Intermede and Nixon Peabody Trust Co. cut holdings, recent 13F filings show. Vertiv raised its 2026 outlook after Q1 net sales rose 30% to $2.65 billion, driven by AI data center demand. Shares traded at $327.46 in early New York action, with a market cap near $128.4 billion. The stock remains priced at over 82 times earnings.
Apple Stock Falls After $300 Test: Why AAPL’s OpenAI Risk Is Back

Apple’s New $380 AI Call Has Wall Street Asking One Bigger Question

26 May 2026
Bank of America raised its Apple price target to $380 from $330, citing potential AI-driven revenue from Siri upgrades. Apple traded at $308.82 before the bell, fueling renewed speculation about a possible stock split, though none has been announced. Investors await more details at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference next month.
Robinhood Stock Slides After Crypto Slump Hits Earnings — What Investors Need to Know

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26 May 2026
Robinhood Markets is set to enter Canada after WonderFi Technologies said regulators cleared the sale of Coinsquare Capital Markets, with closing expected around June 1. The $179 million deal gives Robinhood access to Canadian crypto firms Bitbuy and Coinsquare. Shares traded at $73.64 premarket, valuing the company at $67.4 billion. Robinhood’s crypto revenue fell 47% last quarter, while net revenue rose 15% to $1.07 billion.
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