Rockwool stock steadies today after Russia takeover shock — buyback and February report now in focus

Rockwool stock steadies today after Russia takeover shock — buyback and February report now in focus

Rockwool B shares rose 1.7% in Copenhagen Wednesday after plunging nearly 8% Tuesday on news the company lost control of four Russian factories due to a Kremlin decree. The group plans to write down 469 million euros in equity and de-consolidate the Russian units. Analysts flagged a significant earnings hit and risks to proprietary know-how. CEO Jes Munk Hansen called the takeover illegal and vowed legal action.
14 January 2026
Heating oil price today steadies near $2.25 as Iran risk collides with U.S. stockpile test

Heating oil price today steadies near $2.25 as Iran risk collides with U.S. stockpile test

U.S. heating oil futures rose to $2.2488 a gallon premarket Wednesday, up 0.46%, tracking gains in crude as unrest in Iran fueled supply concerns. The American Petroleum Institute reported a 4.34 million-barrel build in distillate stocks. More Venezuelan crude is arriving at U.S. ports, widening the WTI-Brent spread. Traders await the EIA’s weekly petroleum report at 10:30 a.m. EST.
Brent price today climbs again as Iran tensions deepen, traders eye U.S. stocks and Venezuela flows

Brent price today climbs again as Iran tensions deepen, traders eye U.S. stocks and Venezuela flows

Brent crude rose 1.3% to $66.31 a barrel by 1054 GMT Wednesday, its fifth straight gain, as tensions with Iran fueled supply concerns. U.S. WTI climbed 1.3% to $61.96. Tehran warned it could target U.S. bases in the Middle East if attacked, prompting some U.S. personnel in Qatar to evacuate, according to diplomatic sources. U.S. crude inventories rose by 5.23 million barrels last week, the API said.
14 January 2026
Gasoline price today: UGA stock rises before EIA data as RBOB futures firm

Gasoline price today: UGA stock rises before EIA data as RBOB futures firm

United States Gasoline Fund LP (UGA) rose 1.6% premarket to $65.73 as NYMEX RBOB gasoline futures edged up 0.35% to $1.8329 a gallon. API reported U.S. gasoline inventories jumped by 8.23 million barrels last week. Traders await Wednesday’s EIA petroleum status report for official inventory data. AAA listed the national average retail gasoline price at $2.84 a gallon.
Crude oil price climbs on Iran fears, lifting USO ETF and oil stocks before U.S. inventory data

Crude oil price climbs on Iran fears, lifting USO ETF and oil stocks before U.S. inventory data

The United States Oil Fund rose 2.5% to $73.48 in premarket trading Wednesday as crude prices extended gains, with Brent futures up 1.3% at $66.31 and WTI at $61.96. Iran-related supply risks kept a premium in oil prices. The WTI-Brent spread widened to $4.76, its largest since April, amid expectations of more Venezuelan imports. Traders awaited EIA stockpile data after API reported a 5.23 million barrel U.S. crude build.
14 January 2026
US economic calendar today: Retail sales and PPI loom as Wall Street futures slip ahead of bank earnings

US economic calendar today: Retail sales and PPI loom as Wall Street futures slip ahead of bank earnings

U.S. stock futures slipped early Wednesday, with S&P 500 E-minis down 0.17% and Nasdaq 100 E-minis off 0.22% before key bank earnings and economic data. JPMorgan reported a profit beat but shares fell after executives warned about credit-card rate caps. Palo Alto Networks and Fortinet dropped over 2% premarket. Traders awaited retail sales and producer price data for signals on inflation and consumer demand.
Mortgage rates today: Rocket stock slips as 30-year fixed moves back above 6%

Mortgage rates today: Rocket stock slips as 30-year fixed moves back above 6%

Rocket Companies shares fell 1.9% to $22.76 in early Wednesday trading as the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate climbed to 6.07%. Mortgage lenders and insurers, including loanDepot and MGIC Investment, also dropped. U.S. consumer prices rose 2.7% in December, keeping traders focused on inflation and upcoming economic data. Investors are watching for fresh mortgage-application numbers and inflation reports later in the day.
Nvidia stock braces for a China shock as customs blocks H200 AI chips despite U.S. export nod

Nvidia stock braces for a China shock as customs blocks H200 AI chips despite U.S. export nod

Nvidia shares rose 0.5% premarket to $185.81 after reports that China blocked imports of its H200 AI chips, despite recent U.S. approval for limited exports. Beijing warned local tech firms to avoid the chips unless necessary. Washington’s new rules require third-party testing and impose a 25% fee. Investors await further signals from both governments and fresh AI chip demand data.
14 January 2026
Infosys Q3 results: Profit hit by labour codes, but FY26 guidance gets a lift

Infosys Q3 results: Profit hit by labour codes, but FY26 guidance gets a lift

Infosys raised its FY26 revenue growth forecast to 3%-3.5% after Q3 revenue rose 8.9% to 454.79 billion rupees, but profit fell 2.2% due to a one-time 12.89 billion rupee charge from India’s new labour codes. Operating margin was 18.4%, adjusted to 21.2% excluding the provision. The company reported $4.8 billion in large-deal wins. Infosys shares closed up 0.6% ahead of earnings, but remain down 17% over the past year.

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Broadcom Stock Gets a Google AI Spend Lift as Jefferies Sees 60% Upside

Broadcom Stock Gets a Google AI Spend Lift as Jefferies Sees 60% Upside

7 February 2026
Google raised its 2026 capital expenditure forecast to $175 billion–$185 billion, with most spending expected on data-center chips. Broadcom shares rose about 2% after the announcement, while Nvidia and AMD slipped. Jefferies reiterated a buy rating on Broadcom, maintaining a $500 price target, implying a 62% upside from Wednesday’s close.
No $2,000 IRS stimulus check is coming in February 2026 — but Trump’s tariff-check talk keeps the rumors alive

No $2,000 IRS stimulus check is coming in February 2026 — but Trump’s tariff-check talk keeps the rumors alive

7 February 2026
The IRS has not announced new federal stimulus payments for February 2026, and Congress has not approved fresh checks. Trump told NBC he is considering $2,000 tariff rebate checks but has not committed, saying any payout would likely come later in 2026. The IRS warns taxpayers to ignore texts and emails about “stimulus payments” and verify notices through official channels.
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