Infosys Stock News Today (Dec 21, 2025): INFY’s “Mystery” ADR Spike, Company Clarification, and Analyst Forecasts Ahead of Q3 Results

Infosys Stock News Today (Dec 21, 2025): INFY’s “Mystery” ADR Spike, Company Clarification, and Analyst Forecasts Ahead of Q3 Results

Infosys ADRs on the NYSE surged as much as 56% intraday on December 19, 2025, triggering two volatility halts and trading over 100 million shares. The company said no material events required disclosure, and its India-listed shares showed little movement. No explanation for the spike has been confirmed. Investors await Infosys’ next earnings report in mid-January.
Plug Power Stock (NASDAQ: PLUG) Update — Dec. 21, 2025: Namibia Green Hydrogen Milestone, NASA Contract, and Fresh Financing Reshape the 2026 Forecast

Plug Power Stock (NASDAQ: PLUG) Update — Dec. 21, 2025: Namibia Green Hydrogen Milestone, NASA Contract, and Fresh Financing Reshape the 2026 Forecast

Plug Power shares closed at $2.20 on Dec. 19, 2025, down 2.65% with trading volume at 133 million, well above average. The company announced installation of a 5MW electrolyzer at Namibia’s Walvis Bay, Africa’s first integrated commercial green hydrogen site. Plug also began a contract to supply up to 218,000 kg of liquid hydrogen to NASA in Ohio, valued at up to $2.8 million.
Warner Bros. Discovery Stock (NASDAQ: WBD): Netflix Deal vs. Paramount Bid, Analyst Forecasts, and What Matters Next (Dec. 21, 2025)

Warner Bros. Discovery Stock (NASDAQ: WBD): Netflix Deal vs. Paramount Bid, Analyst Forecasts, and What Matters Next (Dec. 21, 2025)

Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. stock has turned into one of the market’s most event-driven media trades heading into year-end. Instead of debating streaming churn or the next tentpole slate, investors are now weighing deal certainty, regulatory timelines, and the fine print in rival offers. As of the most recent market close, WBD shares finished at $27.77 (Friday, Dec. 19) after heavy recent volume, sitting just below the $30 level that has effectively become the headline “takeout” reference point in the ongoing takeover battle. StockAnalysis Below is a full roundup of the latest news, forecasts, and analysis shaping Warner Bros. Discovery
Amicus Therapeutics (FOLD) Stock Today: BioMarin’s $14.50 Cash Buyout, Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and What Comes Next (Dec. 21, 2025)

Amicus Therapeutics (FOLD) Stock Today: BioMarin’s $14.50 Cash Buyout, Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and What Comes Next (Dec. 21, 2025)

BioMarin Pharmaceutical agreed to acquire Amicus Therapeutics for $14.50 per share in cash, valuing Amicus at $4.8 billion. Amicus closed at $14.20 on Dec. 19, just below the buyout price. The deal, approved by both boards, is expected to close in Q2 2026 pending regulatory and shareholder approval. BioMarin plans to fund the purchase with cash and about $3.7 billion in new debt.
BigBear.ai (BBAI) Stock News, Forecasts and Analysis (Dec. 21, 2025): Why the Defense-AI Trade Is Back in Focus

BigBear.ai (BBAI) Stock News, Forecasts and Analysis (Dec. 21, 2025): Why the Defense-AI Trade Is Back in Focus

BigBear.ai shares jumped about 11% to close at $6.26 Friday, with trading volume topping 200 million shares. The surge followed news of a partnership with C Speed to integrate AI into border security systems, announced December 18. The company also recently opened an office in Abu Dhabi, expanding its Middle East presence. Markets were closed Sunday, December 21.
NVIDIA Stock (NVDA) News and Forecast for Dec. 21, 2025: China H200 Export Review, Intel Deal Clearance, and $275 Wall Street Targets

NVIDIA Stock (NVDA) News and Forecast for Dec. 21, 2025: China H200 Export Review, Intel Deal Clearance, and $275 Wall Street Targets

Nvidia shares closed at $180.99 after a sharp late-week rally, trading over 300 million shares as U.S. regulators began reviewing possible H200 AI chip exports to China. The review could open a key market for Nvidia, but faces political pushback over national security concerns. The H200, slower than Nvidia’s latest chips, has not previously been cleared for sale in China.
Apple Inc. Stock (AAPL) News, Forecasts and Analyst Targets: Siri 2.0, iPhone 17 Momentum, and App Store Risks — Updated Dec. 21, 2025

Apple Inc. Stock (AAPL) News, Forecasts and Analyst Targets: Siri 2.0, iPhone 17 Momentum, and App Store Risks — Updated Dec. 21, 2025

Apple shares last traded near $273.67, below their 52-week high, with analysts’ average 12-month target at $287.71. Market focus remains on iPhone 17 demand, AI integration, and App Store regulation. Morgan Stanley raised its price target to $315 but warned of rising memory costs. U.S. markets were closed Dec. 21 for the weekend.
21 December 2025
Pfizer Stock (PFE) in Focus: 2026 Guidance, Drug-Price Deal Pressures, and Pipeline Catalysts Investors Are Watching

Pfizer Stock (PFE) in Focus: 2026 Guidance, Drug-Price Deal Pressures, and Pipeline Catalysts Investors Are Watching

Pfizer forecast 2026 revenue of $59.5–$62.5 billion and adjusted EPS of $2.80–$3.00, both below Wall Street estimates. The company expects a $1.5 billion drop in COVID product sales and another $1.5 billion hit from patent expirations. Pfizer signed a Medicaid pricing deal with the Trump administration, warning of margin compression. Shares closed at $25.25 on Dec. 19.
NuScale Power Stock (NYSE: SMR) News, Forecasts and Analysis on Dec. 21, 2025: Dilution Vote, TVA Catalysts, and Analyst Targets

NuScale Power Stock (NYSE: SMR) News, Forecasts and Analysis on Dec. 21, 2025: Dilution Vote, TVA Catalysts, and Analyst Targets

NuScale Power shares closed at $16.07 on Dec. 19 after a 12% drop over five sessions, marked by sharp declines on Dec. 12 and Dec. 17. Investors reacted to news that shareholders approved a doubling of authorized Class A shares at a Dec. 16 special meeting, expanding the company’s capacity to raise capital through equity issuance.
21 December 2025
Uber Stock (UBER) News and Forecasts for December 21, 2025: FTC Lawsuit, Robotaxi Rollout, and Analyst Price Targets

Uber Stock (UBER) News and Forecasts for December 21, 2025: FTC Lawsuit, Robotaxi Rollout, and Analyst Price Targets

Uber shares last traded at $79.31 as the company faces heightened legal risk from an expanded FTC and state lawsuit over Uber One subscription practices. The complaint alleges unauthorized charges and difficult cancellation, which Uber denies. The litigation has weighed on the stock, even as Uber pushes ahead with robotaxi launches and AI-driven expansion beyond ride-hailing.
Rigetti Computing Stock (RGTI) News Today: Analyst Price Targets, Fresh Forecasts, and What Matters for 2026 (Dec. 21, 2025)

Rigetti Computing Stock (RGTI) News Today: Analyst Price Targets, Fresh Forecasts, and What Matters for 2026 (Dec. 21, 2025)

Rigetti Computing (RGTI) closed at $23.76 on Dec. 19, up 4.12%, with trading volume near 31.9 million shares. Wall Street coverage intensified last week, with Wedbush rating Rigetti Outperform at a $35 target, Jefferies at Hold with $30, and Mizuho at Outperform with a $50 target. The company’s balance sheet is notably liquid after significant capital raises in 2025.
21 December 2025
Walmart Stock (WMT) News and Forecast: Dec. 21, 2025 Update on Price, Analyst Targets, and 2026 Catalysts

Walmart Stock (WMT) News and Forecast: Dec. 21, 2025 Update on Price, Analyst Targets, and 2026 Catalysts

Walmart shares last traded at $114.36, near the top of their 52-week range, after heavy volume ahead of year-end. CEO Doug McMillon will retire Jan. 31, 2026, with John Furner set to take over. The company recently switched its stock listing from NYSE to Nasdaq. Investors are watching legal, regulatory, and business developments closely.
Verizon Stock (VZ) News Today: Frontier Deal Approvals, 5G Tower Partnership, Dividend Outlook and 2026 Catalysts (Dec. 21, 2025)

Verizon Stock (VZ) News Today: Frontier Deal Approvals, 5G Tower Partnership, Dividend Outlook and 2026 Catalysts (Dec. 21, 2025)

Verizon shares closed at $39.82 Friday, near the low end of their 52-week range. New York regulators approved Verizon’s acquisition of Frontier Communications, while California review is ongoing. Verizon also announced a new tower partnership with Array Digital Infrastructure and redeemed several tranches of debt. The company is seeking to raise about $10 billion in bonds to fund the Frontier deal.
21 December 2025
DWP Christmas Payments 2025: Full List of Early Universal Credit and Benefit Dates, Jobcentre Opening Times and £10 Christmas Bonus

DWP Christmas Payments 2025: Full List of Early Universal Credit and Benefit Dates, Jobcentre Opening Times and £10 Christmas Bonus

Millions of UK benefit and pension payments will arrive earlier than usual over Christmas and New Year due to bank holidays, according to the Department for Work and Pensions. Universal Credit due 25 or 26 December will be paid on 24 December; other DWP benefits due 24–26 December will be paid on 23 December. Jobcentre Plus and helplines will operate reduced hours on certain days.
21 December 2025
Visa Stock (NYSE: V) News and Forecasts on Dec. 21, 2025: Stablecoin Settlement, Swipe-Fee Litigation, and Wall Street’s 2026 Outlook

Visa Stock (NYSE: V) News and Forecasts on Dec. 21, 2025: Stablecoin Settlement, Swipe-Fee Litigation, and Wall Street’s 2026 Outlook

Visa closed Friday at $349.25, up 0.94%, as the company expanded USDC stablecoin settlement to U.S. partners, including Cross River Bank and Lead Bank. Visa reported a $3.5 billion annualized run rate for stablecoin settlement and plans broader rollout in 2026. The week also brought continued merchant-fee litigation and regulatory scrutiny.
21 December 2025
IonQ Stock (IONQ) News and Forecasts on Dec. 21, 2025: New Europe Deals, Fresh Wall Street Coverage, and What Comes Next

IonQ Stock (IONQ) News and Forecasts on Dec. 21, 2025: New Europe Deals, Fresh Wall Street Coverage, and What Comes Next

IonQ, Inc. (NYSE: IONQ) is closing out 2025 back in the center of the “quantum trade,” driven by a mix of company announcements in Europe and a wave of new Wall Street coverage that put big numbers on a still-early industry. As of the latest available trading data heading into Sunday, December 21, 2025, IonQ shares were recently around $48.48 after a volatile week that included sharp up-and-down moves. StockAnalysis This week’s IonQ story, in one sentence: the company is stacking up partnerships and government-adjacent milestones, while analysts argue over whether the stock’s long-term potential justifies today’s valuation. Reuters+3IonQ+3IonQ Investors+3
21 December 2025
Lloyds Banking Group (LLOY.L) Stock News and Forecasts: Buybacks, Rate Cuts, Motor Finance Risk and What Analysts Expect Next

Lloyds Banking Group (LLOY.L) Stock News and Forecasts: Buybacks, Rate Cuts, Motor Finance Risk and What Analysts Expect Next

Lloyds shares closed at 97.42p on Friday, 19 December 2025, just below their 52-week high and up around 79% over the past year. Trading volume surged above average as the Bank of England cut rates to 3.75% and signaled more reductions if inflation stays in check. Lloyds’ structural hedge has helped stabilize earnings during the shifting rate cycle.
21 December 2025
Rolls-Royce Holdings Stock (RR.L) Forecast & News: £200m Buyback, Defence Momentum and the 2026 Outlook

Rolls-Royce Holdings Stock (RR.L) Forecast & News: £200m Buyback, Defence Momentum and the 2026 Outlook

Rolls-Royce shares closed at £11.70 on December 19, just below their 52-week high, after announcing a new £200 million interim share buyback to run through February 2026. The company completed a £1 billion buyback in November and will update on further capital returns with full-year results due February 26. Shares remain near the top of their recent range.
21 December 2025
BP plc Stock News and Forecasts (Dec. 21, 2025): Meg O’Neill Named CEO, Buyback Questions, and Analyst Targets for BP.L and NYSE:BP

BP plc Stock News and Forecasts (Dec. 21, 2025): Meg O’Neill Named CEO, Buyback Questions, and Analyst Targets for BP.L and NYSE:BP

BP named Meg O’Neill, current Woodside Energy CEO, as its next chief executive effective April 1, 2026, marking the company’s first external CEO hire in over a century. BP shares closed at 424.85p in London and $33.94 in New York on Dec. 19. Markets remain focused on O’Neill’s potential strategy changes and renewed takeover speculation. Carol Howle will serve as interim CEO until O’Neill takes over.
21 December 2025

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Montage Technology Class A stock slides — traders now fixate on its Hong Kong debut

Montage Technology Class A stock slides — traders now fixate on its Hong Kong debut

8 February 2026
Montage Technology’s Shanghai-listed shares fell 2.74% to 163.54 yuan Friday, extending losses before its Hong Kong debut. The company priced its H-share sale at HK$106.89, raising about HK$6.90 billion. Hong Kong’s public tranche was 707 times subscribed. In grey market trading, shares traded around HK$152.5, 43% above the offer price.
Suzhou TFC Optical (300394.SZ) stock: 3 signals to watch before China’s short, pre-holiday week

Suzhou TFC Optical (300394.SZ) stock: 3 signals to watch before China’s short, pre-holiday week

8 February 2026
Suzhou TFC Optical closed up 0.4% at 252.97 yuan Friday after heavy trading and sharp swings, ranking as the No. 2 most-traded Shenzhen stock via Stock Connect. Margin financing and securities lending fell, with net margin selling of 419 million yuan. Shanghai and Shenzhen markets will close Feb. 16–23 for the Spring Festival. The company expects 2025 net profit to rise 40–60% year-on-year.
GigaDevice Semiconductor stock price: What to watch for 603986 A-shares as memory crunch bites

GigaDevice Semiconductor stock price: What to watch for 603986 A-shares as memory crunch bites

8 February 2026
GigaDevice Semiconductor’s Class A shares closed at 276.17 yuan in Shanghai, down 0.6% Friday. The company faces a Feb. 11 shareholder vote on related-party transaction limits and an overseas auditor. Investors are watching for fallout from the global memory-chip shortage, which has pushed prices higher across the supply chain. GigaDevice’s shares have nearly doubled over the past year.
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