Today: 8 July 2026

AstraZeneca stock faces a new test: Iraq terrorism lawsuit revived with NYSE move days away

AstraZeneca stock faces a new test: Iraq terrorism lawsuit revived with NYSE move days away

London, January 24, 2026, 19:48 GMT — Markets have closed A U.S. appeals court on Friday revived a lawsuit accusing AstraZeneca and several major drug and medical-device companies of funneling millions in cash and medical supplies to fund terrorism in Iraq. The plaintiffs claim the firms made corrupt payments to Jaysh al‑Mahdi, a militia backed by Hezbollah, to win contracts from the Iraqi Health Ministry. They are seeking unspecified damages under the U.S. Anti‑Terrorism Act.
StubHub lawsuit deadline just passed: what’s next in the IPO cash-flow class action

StubHub lawsuit deadline just passed: what’s next in the IPO cash-flow class action

The deadline for investors to step forward as lead plaintiff in a U.S. securities class action tied to StubHub Holdings’ IPO disclosures ended Friday, shareholder-rights firm Hagens Berman said. Reed Kathrein, a partner at the firm, noted they are probing whether StubHub’s IPO documents should have revealed the vendor delayed payment issue. In U.S. securities class actions, a judge appoints the lead plaintiff to represent the entire class. This investor usually selects the law firm and drives the litigation strategy, including negotiations over any settlements.
24 January 2026
Chevron stock price: Venezuela repair plan and Tengiz shutdown put CVX in the spotlight

Chevron stock price: Venezuela repair plan and Tengiz shutdown put CVX in the spotlight

New York, January 24, 2026, 14:14 EST — Market closed. Chevron Corp’s stock will attract attention once U.S. markets reopen after Bloomberg News, citing senior U.S. officials, reported that Washington is negotiating with Chevron and oilfield service companies on fast repairs to boost Venezuela’s crude output. Reuters has not independently confirmed this report, and neither the White House nor the companies involved immediately replied to requests for comment. On Friday, Chevron shares closed up just 0.04%, at $166.72.
LVMH stock (MC.PA) slips into earnings week: what to watch when Paris reopens

LVMH stock (MC.PA) slips into earnings week: what to watch when Paris reopens

Paris, January 24, 2026, 20:13 CET — The market has closed. Shares of Paris-listed LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE slipped 0.72% to finish at 591.40 euros on Friday, down 4.30 euros. The stock fluctuated between 586.20 and 596.50 euros on volume of around 307,456 shares, still far from its 52-week peak of 762.70 euros. France’s CAC 40 index edged down 0.07%.
Utilities stocks brace for Fed week as XLU slides and yields stay high

Utilities stocks brace for Fed week as XLU slides and yields stay high

New York, Jan 24, 2026, 13:36 EST — Market closed. U.S. utilities stocks ended the week under pressure, with the Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF slipping to $42.56 on Friday, down 0.35% for the day and roughly 2% lower on the week. XLU, which follows a group of S&P 500 utilities, often serves as a go-to gauge for the sector’s daily moves.

Stock Market Today

  • AI Bonds Slide After Amazon Unveils $25 Billion Debt Offering
    July 7, 2026, 6:44 PM EDT. AI-related bonds fell on Tuesday after Amazon.com said it plans to raise $25 billion in debt. The company wants to use the funds for its artificial intelligence expansion. Some investors are pulling back on AI-linked debt as funding requirements mount.
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