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PSLV stock slides 6% as silver selloff bites — what to watch before Friday’s reopen

PSLV stock slides 6% as silver selloff bites — what to watch before Friday’s reopen

Sprott Physical Silver Trust units fell 6.2% to $23.65 at Wednesday’s close, tracking a 7.1% drop in spot silver. The fund ended at a 3.8% discount to net asset value, with 210.7 million ounces of silver held. CME Group raised futures margin requirements for the second time in a week after volatile trading. U.S. markets were closed Thursday for the holiday.
2 January 2026
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BigBear.ai stock: $250 million Ask Sage deal closes as markets shut for New Year’s Day

BigBear.ai stock: $250 million Ask Sage deal closes as markets shut for New Year’s Day

BigBear.ai said it closed its $250 million cash acquisition of Ask Sage after markets shut Dec. 31. BBAI shares last traded at $5.40, down 1.7%, with U.S. markets closed for New Year’s Day. The company expects Ask Sage to add $25 million in annual recurring revenue in 2025. Investors are watching for integration signals as markets reopen Friday.
2 January 2026
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China’s 55% beef tariff hits Australia as China caps imports for 2026

China’s 55% beef tariff hits Australia as China caps imports for 2026

China imposed a 55% tariff on beef imports exceeding new quotas from Jan. 1, 2026, affecting Australia, Brazil, and the U.S. Australia’s beef exports to China could drop by a third, costing the sector about $1 billion, according to industry groups. The three-year safeguard system sets a 2026 quota of 205,000 metric tons for Australia. Beijing said the move aims to protect its domestic industry.
2 January 2026
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Boeing’s $2.04 billion B-52 engine upgrade contract puts Port San Antonio in the spotlight

Boeing’s $2.04 billion B-52 engine upgrade contract puts Port San Antonio in the spotlight

Boeing secured a $2.04 billion U.S. Air Force contract to integrate and test new engines on two B-52 bombers, with work at Port San Antonio and three other sites. The project, part of the B-52 Commercial Engine Replacement Program, is scheduled to finish by May 31, 2033. Initial funding of $35.8 million will support research and testing in fiscal 2026.
2 January 2026
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Chili’s jabs at McDonald’s ‘value meals’ with $10.99 deal as diners watch prices

Chili’s jabs at McDonald’s ‘value meals’ with $10.99 deal as diners watch prices

Chili’s Grill & Bar promoted a $10.99 burger meal on X this week, criticizing fast-food value bundles as lacking real value. The campaign comes as restaurant brands compete for price-sensitive diners. Chili’s parent Brinker International has gained ground with lower-income customers, according to Reuters. Separately, Chili’s closed its Orlando airport location after 22 years, airport officials said.
2 January 2026
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Pentagon awards Lockheed $328.5 million Taiwan contract for IR sensor pods as China drills escalate

Pentagon awards Lockheed $328.5 million Taiwan contract for IR sensor pods as China drills escalate

The Pentagon awarded Lockheed Martin a contract worth up to $328.5 million to supply Taiwan with 55 Legion Enhanced Infrared Search and Track sensor pods and related equipment. The deal comes as Taiwan remains on alert following large-scale Chinese military drills near the island. Work will be performed in Orlando, Florida, and is expected to finish by June 2031. $157.3 million was obligated at the time of award.
2 January 2026
Intel stock price today: INTC slips into New Year holiday as Nvidia stake, earnings loom

Intel stock price today: INTC slips into New Year holiday as Nvidia stake, earnings loom

Intel shares closed down 1.1% at $36.90 as U.S. markets ended 2025 lower in thin holiday trading. The stock gained about 84% for the year, among the S&P 500’s top performers. Nvidia disclosed a $5 billion purchase of Intel shares in late December, buying 214.7 million shares at $23.28 each. U.S. markets reopen Friday after the New Year’s holiday.
2 January 2026
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Nvidia stock today: China H200 surge drives TSMC talks as CES and earnings loom

Nvidia stock today: China H200 surge drives TSMC talks as CES and earnings loom

Nvidia closed down 0.55% at $186.50 on Dec. 31 as Reuters reported the company asked TSMC to expand H200 AI chip production after Chinese firms ordered over 2 million units for 2026. Beijing has not yet approved H200 shipments. Nvidia priced the chips at about $27,000 each for China. ByteDance may spend up to $14.3 billion on Nvidia chips if sales are allowed, according to the South China Morning Post.
2 January 2026
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Vertiv stock ends 2025 down 1.5% as markets shut for New Year’s — what to watch next

Vertiv stock ends 2025 down 1.5% as markets shut for New Year’s — what to watch next

Vertiv Holdings closed 2025 down 1.5% at $162.01, trading between $161.52 and $165.69 on volume of 2.6 million shares. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq each slipped over 0.7% in thin holiday trading. Vertiv’s October guidance projected 2025 net sales of up to $10.24 billion and adjusted EPS as high as $4.13. Investors await early-January data and Vertiv’s performance against its raised outlook.
2 January 2026
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Pan American Silver stock slips into 2026 as bullion cools; Galleon financing in focus

Pan American Silver stock slips into 2026 as bullion cools; Galleon financing in focus

Pan American Silver shares closed down 1.7% at $51.81 on Dec. 31, as bullion prices eased from record highs. Galleon Gold announced a $46 million credit facility from Pan American, with an initial $11 million draw to buy back a royalty at its West Cache project. Investors are watching silver prices, U.S. economic data, and Pan American’s Feb. 18 results. U.S. markets were closed Thursday for New Year’s Day.
2 January 2026
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Boeing stock jumps 2.6% to $243 — what Wall Street is watching before Monday

Boeing stock jumps 2.6% to $243 — what Wall Street is watching before Monday

8 February 2026
Boeing shares closed up 2.6% at $243.03 Friday, buoyed by reports of possible major aircraft orders from Saudi Arabia and India. India’s trade minister said a $70–80 billion Boeing deal could be signed by March. Supply-chain delays and regulatory scrutiny remain key risks. Boeing’s chief engineer sold over 10,000 shares earlier in the week.
Verizon stock snaps seven-day winning streak — what to watch for VZ into the new week

Verizon stock snaps seven-day winning streak — what to watch for VZ into the new week

8 February 2026
Verizon shares fell 1.7% to $46.31 on Friday, ending a seven-day rally and lagging a broad market rebound. The drop follows a leadership shakeup in the consumer unit, with Sowmyanarayan Sampath stepping down and Alfonso Villanueva named interim chief. Investors await delayed U.S. jobs and inflation data next week, which could affect rate-sensitive stocks.
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