Ford stock ticks up as USMCA fight flares again — what investors watch next

Ford stock ticks up as USMCA fight flares again — what investors watch next

New York, Jan 15, 2026, 09:46 ET — Regular session. Ford Motor’s stock climbed roughly 0.7% to $13.94 in early Thursday trades as the company’s outlook on the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) caught investors’ attention ahead of a scheduled review later this year. General Motors inched up 0.2%, Tesla added about 1%, while Stellantis fell 1.2%. Ford CEO Jim Farley called the trade deal essential, referring to North America as an “integrated manufacturing system” while urging changes. Executive chair Bill Ford flagged concerns about “regulatory whiplash.” Both highlighted affordability, with Bill Ford pointing to a $30,000 electric pickup planned for
Bitcoin price today: BTC slips under $96,000 as Coinbase, Strategy stocks drop on Senate crypto bill delay

Bitcoin price today: BTC slips under $96,000 as Coinbase, Strategy stocks drop on Senate crypto bill delay

NEW YORK, Jan 15, 2026, 10:10 EST — Regular session Bitcoin dipped under $96,000 Thursday, while U.S.-listed crypto stocks pulled back following a Senate delay on a key crypto bill that cooled this week’s momentum. Bitcoin dropped roughly 0.5% to $95,964 after reaching an intraday peak of $97,758. Coinbase Global fell around 3%, and Strategy lost close to 3%. Miners Marathon Digital and Riot Platforms also slid, with BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) trading down about 1.6%. The sell-off hit because Washington was expected to edge closer to new crypto market rules this week. But the Senate Banking Committee
American Airlines stock rebounds as oil slides and credit-card cap worries linger

American Airlines stock rebounds as oil slides and credit-card cap worries linger

New York, January 15, 2026, 09:53 EST — Regular session American Airlines Group Inc (AAL.O) shares rose 3.4% to $15.66 by 9:39 a.m. EST on Thursday, with about 3.5 million shares traded. The stock’s bounce matters because airlines have been swinging with crude and with policy headlines that could touch the rewards ecosystem that carriers and banks share. The next few weeks also bring a fresh read on demand and pricing power as the sector moves through earnings. Oil prices fell more than 2% after Trump’s comments helped cool fears of a wider Iran conflict, while U.S. inventory data showed
Gold price slips from record, nudging GLD and Newmont lower in early trade

Gold price slips from record, nudging GLD and Newmont lower in early trade

New York, January 15, 2026, 10:06 EST — Regular session Gold-linked ETFs and miners slipped Thursday as bullion eased off record peaks. SPDR Gold Shares (GLD) dropped 0.5%, VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX) lost 0.3%, and Newmont (NEM) edged down 0.1% in early New York hours. Spot gold slid 0.3% to $4,607.59 an ounce by 9:32 a.m. ET, after hitting $4,642.72 the day before. Meanwhile, U.S. February futures fell 0.5% to $4,612.50. The retreat came as the dollar climbed, pushing the dollar index to its highest level since Dec. 2, driven by jobless claims beating forecasts and President Donald Trump’s
Tesla stock rises as Musk puts a Feb. 14 deadline on buying Full Self-Driving outright

Tesla stock rises as Musk puts a Feb. 14 deadline on buying Full Self-Driving outright

New York, Jan 15, 2026, 10:16 EST — Regular session Tesla shares climbed Thursday following CEO Elon Musk’s announcement that the company plans to eliminate the one-time purchase option for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software next month, switching buyers exclusively to a subscription model. (The Independent) This shift is key as investors now see Tesla more as a software and services company than just an automaker, especially with its quarterly results due later this month. Subscription income tends to be more stable than one-time sales, but it also raises sharper scrutiny on Tesla’s safety and self-driving promises. (The Independent) Musk
Dow Jones today: DIA edges up as TSMC’s record profit lifts chips and bank earnings roll in

Dow Jones today: DIA edges up as TSMC’s record profit lifts chips and bank earnings roll in

New York, Jan 15, 2026, 10:10 ET — Regular session The SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF (DIA), tracking the Dow’s 30 blue-chip stocks, climbed roughly 0.2% in morning trading Thursday. Chip stocks edged higher following a strong earnings report from Taiwan Semiconductor. This shift is significant as the Dow has relied heavily on a handful of big names in tech and financials this week. Traders are now weighing if this earnings season can sustain the rally without a steep decline in rate-cut expectations. This follows a tough stretch for bank shares and another round of selling in expensive growth
Exxon Mobil stock slips as oil plunges; Venezuela crude and UK gas deal loom for XOM

Exxon Mobil stock slips as oil plunges; Venezuela crude and UK gas deal loom for XOM

New York, Jan 15, 2026, 10:09 EST — Regular session Exxon Mobil Corp shares slipped Thursday morning, following a broader retreat in oil-related stocks. The stock fell 0.4%, settling at $129.63. This shift is crucial now, as the market has prioritized oil prices above all else. For Exxon, fluctuations in crude can rapidly alter forecasts for cash flow, share buybacks, and the company’s spending capacity without sacrificing returns. Company-specific headlines arrived at a tricky moment, as investors pivot toward earnings season. Now, the key trigger won’t be one standout story but rather how oil prices behave during the upcoming reports.
Citigroup stock rises 3% as earnings hangover fades and price targets climb

Citigroup stock rises 3% as earnings hangover fades and price targets climb

New York, January 15, 2026, 10:14 EST — Regular session Citigroup shares climbed roughly 3.3% to $116.11 in early Thursday trading, rallying past other major U.S. banks following a mixed initial response to its quarterly results. Investors remain torn on Citi’s value if its overhaul delivers more consistent profits — and whether political and regulatory hurdles will curb potential gains. The stock has shifted quickly from a “fix-it” narrative to a “prove it” challenge. The deal market’s comeback is a key draw. “We are seeing an accelerating pipeline in M&A and IPOs,” Morgan Stanley CFO Sharon Yeshaya told Reuters. Citi,
Nvidia stock today: NVDA rises in premarket as China drafts rules for H200 chip buys

Nvidia stock today: NVDA rises in premarket as China drafts rules for H200 chip buys

New York, Jan 15, 2026, 08:51 EST — Premarket Nvidia Corp (NVDA) shares climbed 1.8% in Thursday premarket trading to $186.40, rebounding after a 1.4% drop on Wednesday, according to MarketWatch. The move followed a Nikkei Asia report saying China is drafting rules to limit how many advanced AI chips local companies can import from suppliers like Nvidia. Reuters, unable to confirm the Nikkei report, added that Beijing has instructed some firms to pause purchases of Nvidia’s H200 chips, with customs reportedly blocking shipments, sources told Reuters. (MarketWatch) Washington is reopening the pipeline, and that’s why the tug-of-war is heating
Intel stock slips in premarket after KeyBanc’s “sold out” call sets up next week’s earnings

Intel stock slips in premarket after KeyBanc’s “sold out” call sets up next week’s earnings

New York, Jan 15, 2026, 08:53 (EST) — Premarket Intel shares were down about 0.5% in premarket trading on Thursday at $48.48, after rising 3% in the prior session to close at $48.72. (MarketWatch) The stock’s latest run followed a KeyBanc Capital Markets upgrade to “overweight,” alongside a $60 price target, arguing demand tied to artificial intelligence data centers has tightened supply for next year. Intel jumped nearly 9% on Tuesday after the note, with Advanced Micro Devices also climbing. (Investopedia) KeyBanc analyst John Vinh said Intel was “largely sold out” in server central processing units (CPUs) for 2026, and
Ondas Holdings (ONDS) stock slips premarket as investors weigh $1B raise and Friday’s Investor Day

Ondas Holdings (ONDS) stock slips premarket as investors weigh $1B raise and Friday’s Investor Day

New York, Jan 15, 2026, 09:08 EST — Premarket Shares of Ondas Holdings Inc fell 2.6% in U.S. premarket trading Thursday, last seen at $13.56, down from a $13.92 close the day before. The pullback spotlights a financing move that might boost the share count significantly, while also giving the company a hefty cash cushion. That combination can fuel growth initiatives but may weigh on this small-cap stock until investors get clarity on the next steps. “What’s next” comes fast. Ondas holds a company event on Friday, offering a rare chance for management to lay out numbers and priorities clearly
AMD stock rises after ‘sold out’ server-chip call, with tariffs and earnings in view

AMD stock rises after ‘sold out’ server-chip call, with tariffs and earnings in view

NEW YORK, Jan 15, 2026, 09:46 EST — Regular session Advanced Micro Devices (AMD.O) shares climbed 3.3% to $230.96 early Thursday, buoyed by a wider surge in semiconductor stocks. The rally followed Taiwan Semiconductor’s optimistic spending forecast, which reignited interest in AI-related plays. (Reuters) The move matters now because investors are zeroing in on any signals about 2026 data-center demand, whether it’s foundry spending or whispers of new orders. For AMD, this comes amid debate over whether it can convert AI accelerator hype into consistent revenue and margin growth, while Nvidia continues to lead the pack. The next milestone is

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AST SpaceMobile stock bounces late Friday as AT&T plays down Amazon Leo threat and a new 2x short ETF hits tape

AST SpaceMobile stock bounces late Friday as AT&T plays down Amazon Leo threat and a new 2x short ETF hits tape

7 February 2026
AST SpaceMobile shares jumped 9.1% to $101.79 Friday after a volatile week, with 15.9 million shares traded. AT&T said it will use Amazon Leo’s satellite network to reach business customers outside its terrestrial footprint but stated this will not affect its partnership with AST. A new 2x short ETF tied to ASTS, ticker ASTN, began trading on Cboe. AST’s next “BlueBird 7” satellite launch is set for late February on Blue Origin’s New Glenn.
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