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Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) Stock Slumps in Midday Trading: 800G AI Data-Center Momentum, Analyst Targets, and Key Risks Ahead

Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) Stock Slumps in Midday Trading: 800G AI Data-Center Momentum, Analyst Targets, and Key Risks Ahead

Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) shares fell about 7.9% to $37.75 by midday Friday in New York, after opening at $41.00 and hitting an intraday low near $37.65. Trading volume was heavy, with volatility fueled by high short interest—about 19.5% of float—and recent analyst notes. Broader U.S. indexes were little changed. The company recently announced its first major 800G transceiver order.
Broadcom Stock (AVGO) Holds Above $350 as Santa Rally Lifts Wall Street — AI Margins and VMware Risks Stay in Focus

Broadcom Stock (AVGO) Holds Above $350 as Santa Rally Lifts Wall Street — AI Margins and VMware Risks Stay in Focus

Broadcom shares traded around $352, up 0.6% late Friday morning in New York, amid thin post-Christmas volume. The stock’s moves follow Q4 revenue of $18.015 billion, up 28% year over year, and guidance for $19.1 billion in Q1 revenue, but management warned of gross-margin pressure from a heavier custom AI hardware mix. Major U.S. indexes hovered near record highs.
Zeta Global (ZETA) Stock Today: Marigold Deal, AI-Agent Momentum, and Wall Street Targets as Markets Reopen After Christmas

Zeta Global (ZETA) Stock Today: Marigold Deal, AI-Agent Momentum, and Wall Street Targets as Markets Reopen After Christmas

Zeta Global Holdings traded near $19.12 late Friday morning, little changed after opening at $19.05. The stock showed muted movement as U.S. markets reopened post-Christmas with light volume. Investors continue to weigh Zeta’s recent $325 million Marigold acquisition and raised guidance ahead of CES 2026.
Micron (MU) Stock Today: AI Memory Boom Keeps Micron in Focus as Wall Street Trades Near Records (New York Time: Dec. 26, 2025)

Micron (MU) Stock Today: AI Memory Boom Keeps Micron in Focus as Wall Street Trades Near Records (New York Time: Dec. 26, 2025)

Micron Technology shares traded around $285 late Friday morning in New York, down slightly after reaching $294.63 earlier in the session. The stock remains in focus following record fiscal Q1 results and guidance projecting Q2 revenue of $18.7 billion and gross margins near 68%. Broader indexes hovered near record highs in thin, post-holiday trading.
AI Stocks Today 26.12.2025: Nvidia Rallies on Groq Inference Deal as S&P 500 Hovers Near Records

AI Stocks Today 26.12.2025: Nvidia Rallies on Groq Inference Deal as S&P 500 Hovers Near Records

Nvidia agreed to a non-exclusive license for Groq’s AI inference technology and will hire Groq’s founder Jonathan Ross, President Sunny Madra, and other engineers. The S&P 500 touched an intraday record Friday, nearing 7,000, as AI megacaps led gains in thin post-holiday trading. Financial terms of the Nvidia-Groq deal were not disclosed. Groq will continue operating independently under CEO Simon Edwards.
Oracle Stock Heads for Worst Quarter Since 2001 as AI Spending Fears Collide With OpenAI, TikTok, and Hollywood Bets

Oracle Stock Heads for Worst Quarter Since 2001 as AI Spending Fears Collide With OpenAI, TikTok, and Hollywood Bets

Oracle shares have fallen about 30% this quarter, putting the stock on track for its steepest quarterly drop since 2001. Investors are concerned about the company’s ability to fund large AI data-center projects without straining its finances. Oracle reported fiscal Q2 revenue of $16.1 billion, up 14%, and a cloud backlog of $523 billion, up 438% year over year.
AI Bubble Fears Meet Record Highs: S&P 500 Near 7,000 as Big Tech’s AI Spending Surge Dominates December 26, 2025

AI Bubble Fears Meet Record Highs: S&P 500 Near 7,000 as Big Tech’s AI Spending Surge Dominates December 26, 2025

The S&P 500 closed out 2025 near a record, less than 1% from 7,000, after an eighth straight monthly gain. Technology stocks cooled since November, but gains in financials, transports, healthcare, and small caps offset the dip. The Fed cut rates by 75 basis points in 2025, bringing its benchmark to 3.50%–3.75%. Gold and silver hit new highs, with silver topping $75 per ounce for the first time.
Broadcom Stock (AVGO) News Today: AI Backlog, VMware, Dividend, and Analyst Forecasts for 2026 (Dec. 26, 2025)

Broadcom Stock (AVGO) News Today: AI Backlog, VMware, Dividend, and Analyst Forecasts for 2026 (Dec. 26, 2025)

Broadcom shares traded near $350 early Friday, down from early-December highs despite strong Q4 results and upbeat 2026 revenue guidance. The company reported $18.015 billion in Q4 revenue, up 28% year over year, but warned that rising AI chip sales could pressure gross margins. CEO Hock Tan cited a 74% jump in AI semiconductor revenue. Investors are weighing margin risks as AI demand reshapes the business.
Oracle Stock (ORCL) Before the Market Opens Friday, Dec. 26, 2025: TikTok Deal Tailwinds, AI Capex Fears, and Wall Street’s Next Read

Oracle Stock (ORCL) Before the Market Opens Friday, Dec. 26, 2025: TikTok Deal Tailwinds, AI Capex Fears, and Wall Street’s Next Read

Oracle shares closed at $197.49 on Dec. 24, down 43% from their 52-week high. NYSE and Nasdaq will operate normally Dec. 26, despite a federal closure order. Oracle faces scrutiny over AI data-center spending and its role in TikTok’s new U.S. joint venture, as investors weigh cash burn against contract backlog.
Meta Stock (META) Before Market Open Dec. 26, 2025: WhatsApp AI Antitrust Pressure, Wall Street Targets, and the 2026 Spending Debate

Meta Stock (META) Before Market Open Dec. 26, 2025: WhatsApp AI Antitrust Pressure, Wall Street Targets, and the 2026 Spending Debate

Italy’s antitrust authority ordered Meta to suspend WhatsApp terms that could block rival AI chatbots, citing suspected abuse of dominance. Meta plans to appeal, calling the decision flawed. The stock last traded near $667.55, with regular U.S. trading set to resume Friday after the Christmas break. European regulatory pressure remains a focus for investors.
Apple Stock (AAPL) Before the Market Opens Dec. 26, 2025: Latest News, iPhone Demand Signals, AI “Siri 2.0” Watchpoints, and Key Risks

Apple Stock (AAPL) Before the Market Opens Dec. 26, 2025: Latest News, iPhone Demand Signals, AI “Siri 2.0” Watchpoints, and Key Risks

U.S. markets are closed Dec. 25 for Christmas, with trading set to resume Dec. 26. Apple last traded at $273.81, about 5% below its Dec. 3 high, and holds a $4.05 trillion market cap. November data from China showed foreign-branded phone shipments, including iPhones, jumped 128.4% year-over-year. Holiday-adjacent sessions often see thin trading and amplified moves.
Shopify (SHOP) News Today: Institutional Buying, Analyst Forecasts, and AI “Agentic Storefronts” Shape the 2026 Outlook

Shopify (SHOP) News Today: Institutional Buying, Analyst Forecasts, and AI “Agentic Storefronts” Shape the 2026 Outlook

Shopify closed at $169.45 on NASDAQ December 24, near multi-month highs and up 57.6% year-to-date. SEC filings show Norden Group LLC increased its stake by 126% in Q3, while Milestone Asset Management LLC raised its position by 195%. Institutional ownership stands at about 69.3%. Analyst targets cluster in the high $170s, with ratings split between “Hold” and “Buy.”
AppLovin (APP) Stock News and Forecast on Dec. 25, 2025: AI Ad-Tech Momentum, Rising Price Targets, and the 2026 Catalysts Analysts Are Watching

AppLovin (APP) Stock News and Forecast on Dec. 25, 2025: AI Ad-Tech Momentum, Rising Price Targets, and the 2026 Catalysts Analysts Are Watching

AppLovin shares closed at $727.50 on Dec. 24, near 52-week highs, with U.S. markets shut for Christmas. MarketBeat flagged new institutional buying, while Trefis set a bullish price target of $945 but noted high valuation risks. ChartMill highlighted a potential technical breakout. The stock has surged in 2025, outpacing peers and drawing debate over its premium.
Goldman Sachs (GS) on Dec. 25, 2025: Dealmaking Tailwinds, an ETF Power Play, AI-Driven Efficiency—and Big 2026 Forecasts

Goldman Sachs (GS) on Dec. 25, 2025: Dealmaking Tailwinds, an ETF Power Play, AI-Driven Efficiency—and Big 2026 Forecasts

Goldman Sachs shares last traded at $910.78 on December 24, with U.S. markets closed for Christmas. The firm has scheduled its Q4 2025 earnings release for January 15, 2026. CFO Denis Coleman said M&A momentum is expected to extend into 2026, with 2025 on track to be the second-biggest year for announced deals. Goldman also agreed to acquire Innovator Capital Management for about $2 billion.
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International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) News, Forecasts and Analysis for Dec. 25, 2025: Confluent Deal, AI Momentum and What Comes Next

International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) News, Forecasts and Analysis for Dec. 25, 2025: Confluent Deal, AI Momentum and What Comes Next

IBM shares traded near $304 on Dec. 25, with a market cap of about $284 billion and a consensus “Moderate Buy” rating, though average price targets now sit below the stock price. Institutional filings show mixed activity, with some firms cutting and others raising stakes. Analysts remain split on valuation, with some calling IBM “ultra expensive” and others seeing it as fairly valued. The next earnings report is scheduled for Jan. 28, 2026.
Cisco Systems (CSCO) News on Dec. 25, 2025: AI Networking Tailwinds, FY2026 Forecasts, and a Critical Email-Security Zero-Day

Cisco Systems (CSCO) News on Dec. 25, 2025: AI Networking Tailwinds, FY2026 Forecasts, and a Critical Email-Security Zero-Day

Cisco raised its FY2026 outlook on strong AI-driven networking demand, reporting solid Q1 results and increased hyperscaler orders. Meanwhile, a critical zero-day vulnerability, CVE-2025-20393, is being actively exploited against Cisco email security appliances, with U.S. agencies requiring urgent mitigation. Cisco became aware of the attack in early December, with incidents traced to a suspected Chinese threat actor.
Utilities Stocks Outlook 2026: AI Data Centers, Fed Rate Cuts and Rising Power Bills Put the Sector Back in Focus

Utilities Stocks Outlook 2026: AI Data Centers, Fed Rate Cuts and Rising Power Bills Put the Sector Back in Focus

U.S. utilities stocks end 2025 under scrutiny as electricity bills rise and grid operators warn of supply shortfalls. The Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLU) shows a forward P/E of about 19.6 and yield near 2.7%, with NextEra Energy as its largest holding. Power demand is set to hit record highs in 2025 and 2026, fueled by data centers and electrification. Investors are watching which companies can grow without sparking political backlash.
Cloud Computing Stocks Outlook 2026: The Biggest Winners, Risks, and Fresh Analyst Calls as AI Supercharges the Cloud (Dec. 25, 2025)

Cloud Computing Stocks Outlook 2026: The Biggest Winners, Risks, and Fresh Analyst Calls as AI Supercharges the Cloud (Dec. 25, 2025)

Global cloud infrastructure spending reached $102.6 billion in Q3 2025, up 25% from a year earlier, with AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud taking 66% of the market. Tech firms issued $428.3 billion in bonds in 2025 to fund AI and cloud expansion, while credit markets show rising caution. AWS posted 20% revenue growth, Azure 40%, and Google Cloud 36% for the quarter.
AI Stocks Today (Dec. 25, 2025): Nvidia’s Groq Deal, Meta’s WhatsApp Probe, and the 2026 AI Spending Forecasts Moving Markets

AI Stocks Today (Dec. 25, 2025): Nvidia’s Groq Deal, Meta’s WhatsApp Probe, and the 2026 AI Spending Forecasts Moving Markets

Nvidia has agreed to license inference chip technology from Groq and hire key Groq executives, signaling a shift in the AI chip market. Italy’s antitrust authority ordered Meta to halt WhatsApp terms that could block rival AI chatbots. U.S. markets are closed for Christmas after the Dow and S&P 500 hit record highs. Investors are watching whether AI-related corporate earnings can keep pace with infrastructure spending.
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  • Ferrari Shares Dip Below $400: A Buying Opportunity for Long-Term Investors?
    June 6, 2026, 1:50 AM EDT. Ferrari (NYSE: RACE) shares have fallen 33% from their July peak, trading under $400 since November. The luxury automaker's outlook projects 5% annual revenue growth through 2030. Market reactions to Ferrari's first fully electric vehicle, the Luce, with 1,035 horsepower and a starting price of $640,000, have been mixed due to its unconventional design. Despite this, Ferrari maintains strong brand exclusivity and reported a robust 29.7% operating margin in Q1 2026, well above industry norms. The company's deliberate supply control sustains high demand and stability, even in recessions. With a price-to-earnings ratio near a five-year low, Ferrari's stock presents an attractive valuation for long-term investors seeking exposure to luxury automotive growth.

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Rigetti Stock Drops After Quantum Surge Stalls on Wall Street Rate Jolt

Rigetti Stock Drops After Quantum Surge Stalls on Wall Street Rate Jolt

6 June 2026
Rigetti Computing plunged 14.5% to $20.68 as tech stocks tumbled after strong May payrolls fueled fears of prolonged high U.S. rates, pressuring long-duration names; the selloff highlights risks tied to government funding, potential equity dilution, and uncertain commercial milestones, with Rigetti posting a $26 million Q1 operating loss and $4.4 million revenue despite recent product and funding announcements.
POET Technologies Stock Drops Sharply as Investors Watch

POET Technologies Stock Drops Sharply as Investors Watch

6 June 2026
POET Technologies plunged 23% to $11.86 amid a semiconductor selloff, as investors weighed execution risks after a $400 million capital raise, a $50 million Lumilens order, and recent turbulence from Marvell’s canceled purchase orders, with dilution and tax-status questions adding pressure.
Flex grabs S&P 500 spot but shares drop

Flex grabs S&P 500 spot but shares drop

6 June 2026
Flex will join the S&P 500 on June 22, drawing investor focus to its surging AI data-center power unit and planned spin-off, even as shares fell 4.8% to $151.92 amid a tech selloff; CPI sales jumped 38% to $6.61 billion in fiscal 2026, now 24% of total revenue, but margin slipped 100 basis points due to ramp-up costs and product mix.
Intel shares hit as AI chip slump wipes out $1.3 trillion

Intel shares hit as AI chip slump wipes out $1.3 trillion

6 June 2026
Intel plunged 11.4% to $99.17 on heavy volume as the PHLX Semiconductor Index suffered its worst drop since March 2020, wiping out $1.3 trillion in U.S. chipmaker market value, overshadowing Intel’s new AI partnership with Foxconn amid sector-wide selling triggered by Broadcom’s guidance and renewed Fed rate hike fears.
Gas Bulls’ Storage Bump Fizzles on Weather Shift

Gas Bulls’ Storage Bump Fizzles on Weather Shift

6 June 2026
U.S. natural gas futures fell 3.2% to $3.229/MMBtu Friday as weather models cut expected cooling demand, erasing a two-day rally sparked by a smaller-than-expected storage build and hotter forecasts; inventories remain above average but the surplus is narrowing, with traders watching if heat and exports can offset near-record production and ongoing LNG plant maintenance.
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