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Artificial Intelligence 9 February 2026 - 10 February 2026

Amazon stock slips premarket as report flags AWS plan for an AI content marketplace

Amazon stock slips premarket as report flags AWS plan for an AI content marketplace

Amazon shares fell 0.8% to $208.72 in premarket trading Tuesday after a report said AWS is planning a marketplace for publishers to sell content to AI firms. The Information said AWS shared slides referencing the marketplace ahead of its conference. Amazon declined to comment on specifics. Investors are watching for details on licensing terms and costs as AI-related spending rises.
10 February 2026
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Salesforce quietly cuts under 1,000 jobs as Agentforce AI unit gets hit

Salesforce quietly cuts under 1,000 jobs as Agentforce AI unit gets hit

Salesforce cut fewer than 1,000 jobs in early February, affecting marketing, product management, data analytics, and its Agentforce AI product, Business Insider reported. At least nine employees posted about the layoffs on LinkedIn, and two confirmed the cuts to the publication. The company is set to report quarterly results on Feb. 25. Salesforce did not respond to requests for comment.
10 February 2026
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Cisco’s new AI networking chip puts Nvidia and Broadcom back in the AI stocks spotlight

Cisco’s new AI networking chip puts Nvidia and Broadcom back in the AI stocks spotlight

Cisco unveiled its Silicon One G300 networking chip for AI data centers Tuesday, targeting a market dominated by Nvidia and Broadcom. Cisco shares closed at a 52-week high Monday, up 2.3% to $86.78. The chip, built on TSMC’s 3-nanometer process, is set for release in the second half of 2026. Investors await Cisco’s earnings report on Feb. 11 for signs of AI demand.
10 February 2026
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India fintech MIDASX hits best quarter, turns cash-flow positive as it scales AI-led distribution

India fintech MIDASX hits best quarter, turns cash-flow positive as it scales AI-led distribution

MIDASX reported a 30% year-on-year revenue increase for Q3 FY25-26 and said its SaaS business reached break-even. The company said it now works with over 1,750 intermediaries managing more than ₹2.1 trillion in client assets. MIDASX plans to add over 25 product manufacturers and expand AI-led workflows in Q4. Headcount rose to more than 100, with a new Mumbai office opened.
10 February 2026
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Oracle stock snaps back after OpenAI upgrade call — $50 billion fundraising looms

Oracle stock snaps back after OpenAI upgrade call — $50 billion fundraising looms

Oracle shares jumped 9.7% to $156.59 Monday after D.A. Davidson upgraded the stock, citing easing concerns over its OpenAI exposure. Oracle plans to raise up to $50 billion in 2026 through debt and equity, including a $20 billion at-the-market share program. Melius Research downgraded Oracle, warning of cash flow risks and competition from Anthropic and Google. Microsoft and Nvidia also posted gains Monday.
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Compass Group share price stalls near 2026 low as AI worries keep CPG in focus

Compass Group share price stalls near 2026 low as AI worries keep CPG in focus

Compass Group shares slipped 0.14% to 2,078 pence in light Tuesday trading, after hitting a 2026 low last week. The company reaffirmed 2026 profit guidance and reported 7.3% organic revenue growth, but investor focus remains on AI risks and office catering demand. Compass will switch its London share trading currency to U.S. dollars on April 1. Half-year results are due May 11.
10 February 2026
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Snowflake stock price jumps nearly 5% as Jefferies calls AI fears “too harsh”

Snowflake stock price jumps nearly 5% as Jefferies calls AI fears “too harsh”

Snowflake shares rose 4.6% to $175.95 in after-hours trading Monday, outpacing other software stocks as the sector rebounded from last week’s selloff. Jefferies reiterated a Buy rating and $300 price target, calling the recent slide excessive. Investors await U.S. inflation data on Feb. 13 and Snowflake’s earnings report on Feb. 25. Trading volume reached about 8.8 million shares.
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AI stocks rebound after rout as Oracle jumps nearly 10% and Nvidia climbs

AI stocks rebound after rout as Oracle jumps nearly 10% and Nvidia climbs

Oracle jumped 9.8% to $156.59 after an analyst upgrade, leading gains in AI-linked tech stocks in late trading Monday. Nvidia rose 2.4%, AMD 3.6%, Broadcom 3.3%, and Microsoft 3.1%. The S&P 500 closed up 0.47%, Nasdaq 0.88%, and Dow 0.03%. Traders await U.S. payrolls Wednesday and CPI Friday for signals on Fed policy.
9 February 2026
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Broadcom stock jumps after-hours as AI spending focus returns to chipmakers

Broadcom stock jumps after-hours as AI spending focus returns to chipmakers

Broadcom shares rose 3.3% to $343.83 in after-hours trading Monday, following a volatile session. The move tracked gains across chip stocks as investors rotated back into AI hardware names. Broadcom is set to report fiscal first-quarter results on March 4 after the market close. Traders are also watching upcoming U.S. jobs data for further market direction.
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Microsoft stock jumps 3% as AI jitters ease — here’s what’s next for MSFT this week

Microsoft stock jumps 3% as AI jitters ease — here’s what’s next for MSFT this week

Microsoft shares climbed 3.1% to $413.68 Monday, valuing the company at about $3.59 trillion. The stock rebounded as software names rallied after last week’s selloff, despite concerns over rising capital spending and tight Azure capacity. Jefferies kept a Buy rating, but Stifel downgraded Microsoft, citing AI competition and supply constraints. OpenAI reportedly saw ChatGPT growth exceed 10% monthly, according to CNBC.
9 February 2026
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Meta stock climbs after EU targets WhatsApp AI lockout as traders eye jobs, CPI

Meta stock climbs after EU targets WhatsApp AI lockout as traders eye jobs, CPI

Meta shares rose 2.4% to $677.23 in after-hours trading Monday after EU regulators escalated a probe into WhatsApp’s limits on rival AI assistants. Brussels is considering interim measures that could force Meta to allow competing AI on WhatsApp. The move follows a January policy letting only Meta’s own assistant on the platform. Broader tech stocks also rebounded ahead of key U.S. economic data this week.
9 February 2026
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Amazon stock slips near close as AWS chip pact spotlights $200B AI spending bet

Amazon stock slips near close as AWS chip pact spotlights $200B AI spending bet

Amazon shares fell 0.5% to $209.19 Monday as investors weighed the company’s expanded chip deal with STMicroelectronics and a projected $200 billion in 2026 capital spending. AWS secured rights to buy up to 24.8 million ST shares over seven years, tied to chip purchases. About 80.8 million Amazon shares traded. U.S. jobs and inflation data due later this week could affect tech valuations.
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Nebius Group (NBIS) stock price jumps 8% as earnings week sharpens focus on AI cloud buildout

Nebius Group (NBIS) stock price jumps 8% as earnings week sharpens focus on AI cloud buildout

Nebius Group N.V. shares jumped 8.3% to $93.26 in heavy trading Monday, ahead of its quarterly results due Feb. 12. The Amsterdam-based AI cloud firm’s stock swung sharply as investors weighed execution risks on major GPU infrastructure contracts with Meta and Microsoft. Wall Street expects another loss, with consensus at a 44-cent per-share deficit on $232.2 million in revenue.
9 February 2026
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Coherent Corp stock jumps 7% after BofA lifts target to $250 as AI data-center spending stays in focus

Coherent Corp stock jumps 7% after BofA lifts target to $250 as AI data-center spending stays in focus

Coherent Corp shares jumped 7.2% to $244.13 Monday after Bank of America raised its price target to $250, maintaining a Neutral rating. The move followed volatile trading after earnings and comes as investors focus on AI-driven optical demand and upcoming U.S. inflation data. Other optical stocks also gained. Coherent forecast third-quarter revenue of $1.70–$1.84 billion and non-GAAP EPS of $1.28–$1.48.
9 February 2026
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Applied Digital stock jumps nearly 10% as AI data-center trade rebounds; what’s next for APLD

Applied Digital stock jumps nearly 10% as AI data-center trade rebounds; what’s next for APLD

Applied Digital shares jumped 9.6% to $38.32 Monday afternoon, swinging between $33.48 and $39.33 on heavy volume. No new company news was posted. About a third of the float was sold short as of mid-January, heightening volatility. Traders are eyeing U.S. payrolls and CPI data later this week for further market direction.
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  • Standard Chartered Valuation Adjusted as Analysts Balance Earnings Optimism with Price Caution
    April 12, 2026, 6:04 AM EDT. Standard Chartered's (LSE:STAN) price targets have tightened, with a slight reduction in fair value from £19.25 to £18.96 amid mixed analyst views. JPMorgan remains confident with a 2,200 GBp target, while Citi's cautious Neutral rating reflects balanced upside and execution risks. Morgan Stanley's reset from 2,122 to 1,865 GBp signals revaluation against possible investor over-optimism. The bank's exposure to the Infini Capital probe and its crypto prime brokerage exploration add layers of risk and opportunity. Following a recent US$1.3 billion share repurchase, Standard Chartered announced a new US$1.5 billion buyback and a proposed final dividend of US$0.49 per share, signaling confidence in capital return to shareholders. These moves and evolving analyst stances highlight a shifting narrative investors should track closely.

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Bitcoin Price Today Slips After Iran Talks End Without Deal, but ETF Buyers Keep Showing Up

Bitcoin Price Today Slips After Iran Talks End Without Deal, but ETF Buyers Keep Showing Up

12 April 2026
Bitcoin fell 1.4% to $71,707 on Sunday after U.S.-Iran talks in Islamabad ended without a deal. Spot bitcoin ETFs logged net inflows last week, with BlackRock and Fidelity leading Friday’s buying. Morgan Stanley launched its MSBT fund on April 8, the first Wall Street bank to debut a bitcoin ETF. U.S. inflation data showed headline CPI up 3.3% in March, while core CPI rose 2.6%.
XRP Price Today: XRP Slips to $1.33 After Failed U.S.-Iran Talks Hit Crypto

XRP Price Today: XRP Slips to $1.33 After Failed U.S.-Iran Talks Hit Crypto

12 April 2026
XRP slipped about 1% to $1.33 on Sunday after U.S.-Iran peace talks in Islamabad ended without a deal, pressuring crypto markets. The token traded in a narrow range, with bitcoin and ether also weaker. XRP’s market cap stands at $81.7 billion, with $1.96 billion in daily volume. The token remains 63.5% below its all-time high.
Gold Price Today: Bullion Near $4,762 After Weekly Gain, but Failed Iran Talks Cloud Outlook

Gold Price Today: Bullion Near $4,762 After Weekly Gain, but Failed Iran Talks Cloud Outlook

12 April 2026
Spot gold steadied at $4,761.79 an ounce Friday after a third weekly gain, with U.S. futures at $4,787.40. The dollar posted its biggest weekly drop since January, making gold cheaper for non-U.S. buyers. U.S.-Iran talks ended without a deal, keeping geopolitical risks high. China’s central bank increased gold reserves for a 17th month, reaching 74.38 million ounces.
Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

US Stock Market Today: Live Updates 12.04.2026

12 April 2026
Futu Holdings (FUTU) rose 10.2% in the past week but trades 13.4% below its January level. Shares closed at $154.50, while analysts estimate intrinsic value at $245.48. The company posted a 92.2% return over 12 months. Valuation models indicate earnings exceed risk costs, supporting long-term growth projections.
India F-35 Deal Hits Pause: Lockheed Martin Says No Direct Talks, U.S. Door Still Open

India F-35 Deal Hits Pause: Lockheed Martin Says No Direct Talks, U.S. Door Still Open

11 April 2026
Lockheed Martin said it is not in direct talks with India over the F-35, clarifying that any approach must go through official U.S. and Indian channels under the Foreign Military Sales process. Indian officials confirmed no formal discussions on acquiring the F-35 have begun. India recently approved a $40 billion military upgrade, including other fighter jets, while Lockheed’s F-21 remains in a separate competition.
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