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Ford stock slips on report of BYD hybrid-battery talks as politics crowd the trade

Ford stock slips on report of BYD hybrid-battery talks as politics crowd the trade

New York, January 16, 2026, 11:13 ET — During the regular session Ford Motor shares slipped about 0.9% to $13.68 on Friday following a report that the automaker is in talks with China’s BYD over a battery supply deal for certain hybrid models. (https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/F/) (https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/ford-byd-talks-hybrid-vehicle-battery-deal-wsj-reports-2026-01-15/) The chatter matters now because Ford is pushing harder into hybrids — gas-electric models — to protect margins amid a slowdown in full electric adoption. Batteries remain a major expense even for hybrids, and securing supply deals could heavily influence pricing and production strategies. This comes at a sensitive time for manufacturers operating internationally. Any
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Walmart stock slips as CEO shake-up lands ahead of Nasdaq-100 entry

Walmart stock slips as CEO shake-up lands ahead of Nasdaq-100 entry

New York, Jan 16, 2026, 11:09 EST — Market open for regular trading. Shares of Walmart Inc. dipped 0.3% to $118.82 on Friday following the company’s announcement of new leadership changes ahead of its CEO handover. Walmart tapped longtime executive David Guggina to lead its U.S. operations, taking over for John Furner, who is set to become CEO later this month. In a regulatory filing, the company detailed Furner’s compensation package, which includes a $1.5 million base salary and a one-time stock award worth $10 million. (Reuters) Why it matters now: Walmart U.S. remains the company’s main driver, with investors
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American Airlines stock slides as United rivalry at O’Hare sharpens — what to watch next

American Airlines stock slides as United rivalry at O’Hare sharpens — what to watch next

New York, January 16, 2026, 10:20 EST — Regular session Shares of American Airlines Group Inc dropped roughly 1% on Friday as investors weighed a tougher battle with United Airlines at Chicago’s O’Hare. The hub’s capacity, gate availability, and corporate contracts remain key factors that could shift pricing power. Timing is crucial. Airlines are pushing premium seating and loyalty programs to keep profits steady, but contested hubs can quickly turn that approach into a race to the bottom on prices. American is treating Chicago as a proving ground. The airline is working to rebuild its presence there just as the
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Callan JMB stock dips in premarket after 275% surge on Attune deal

Callan JMB stock dips in premarket after 275% surge on Attune deal

New York, January 16, 2026, 07:29 ET — Premarket Callan JMB Inc shares plunged 24.5% in premarket trading on Friday, following a steep, news-fueled surge the previous day. Shares fell to $3.17 by 7:04 a.m. ET, slipping $1.03 from Thursday’s close of $4.20. (Investing.com) The pullback is significant since Thursday’s rally thrust this lightly capitalized stock back into the spotlight, with trading volume surging well beyond its usual pace. Now, the focus turns to whether the company can convert its headline-grabbing announcement into actual federal or commercial contracts. Callan JMB ended Thursday up 275% from its previous close, with the
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Ford’s BYD hybrid battery talks ignite U.S. backlash as Ford pivots from EV bets

Ford’s BYD hybrid battery talks ignite U.S. backlash as Ford pivots from EV bets

DETROIT, Jan 16, 2026, 07:07 (EST) Ford Motor is in talks with China’s BYD about buying batteries for its hybrid vehicles, the Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday. One option under discussion would have Ford use BYD batteries for vehicles sold outside the United States. White House trade adviser Peter Navarro attacked the idea on X, writing: “What could go wrong here?” (Reuters) The talks matter because Ford is leaning harder into hybrids as demand for fully electric vehicles softens and costs stay high. Batteries remain one of the biggest expenses in any electrified car, and cheaper supply can swing
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Uber stock dips after hours as Kroger rolls out grocery delivery across Uber Eats nationwide

Uber stock dips after hours as Kroger rolls out grocery delivery across Uber Eats nationwide

New York, Jan 15, 2026, 19:34 EST — After-hours Shares of Uber Technologies Inc dipped 0.3% to $84.38 in after-hours trading Thursday, following the launch of grocery delivery at nearly 2,700 Kroger stores via Uber Eats and other Uber apps. Earlier in the day, the stock swung between $82.76 and $86.35. (Uber Investor Relations) The launch leans into a straightforward concept: groceries drive repeat purchases. This is key for Uber’s delivery segment, where investors focus on how often customers order and whether subscription perks boost loyalty. Grocery delivery is tough. Orders are bulky, picking eats into costs, and shoppers hunt
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Visa stock dips after UK fee-cap ruling as stablecoin push builds into earnings

Visa stock dips after UK fee-cap ruling as stablecoin push builds into earnings

New York, Jan 15, 2026, 17:59 EST — After-hours Visa Inc (V) shares dipped 0.4% in after-hours trading Thursday, following a UK court ruling against Visa, Mastercard, and British fintech Revolut. Judge John Cavanagh upheld the Payments Systems Regulator’s authority to cap cross-border card fees, citing concerns that interchange fees were “unduly high.” David Geale, PSR managing director, said the judgment “confirms our powers to ensure card payment costs are fair for UK businesses and consumers.” Visa, meanwhile, cautioned that such caps could “negatively impact the value people and businesses receive” from card payments. (Reuters) The ruling comes at a
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Oracle stock slides on bondholder lawsuit over AI debt plans as UK defence cloud deal lands

Oracle stock slides on bondholder lawsuit over AI debt plans as UK defence cloud deal lands

New York, Jan 15, 2026, 5:26 PM EST — After-hours Oracle Corp shares dropped 1.9% Thursday and saw little movement after hours, as investors digested a bondholder lawsuit targeting the company’s debt strategy tied to its AI expansion. (Investing.com) Timing is key as Oracle doubles down on AI-driven cloud growth—a move that demands serious capital. Once investors begin debating funding and disclosure, tensions can quickly spread from bonds to shares. The lawsuit boils down to whether Oracle was transparent enough with investors about how it intended to fund the infrastructure supporting its largest AI deals. Rising borrowing costs or stricter
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Netflix stock slips after hours as Sony film deal lands and Warner bid fight heats up

Netflix stock slips after hours as Sony film deal lands and Warner bid fight heats up

New York, Jan 15, 2026, 17:27 EST — After-hours Netflix (NFLX) shares dipped 0.6% to $88.05 in after-hours trading Thursday following news that the streamer secured a multi-year global deal to stream Sony Pictures films after their theatrical release. (Reuters) The timing is crucial. Netflix is set to report earnings next week, with investors focused on whether adding more licensed movies will boost viewership and back its ad strategy without hurting margins. Attention is also on whether a contentious bid for Warner Bros Discovery assets will drag on, pushing costs higher. (Morningstar) Netflix will be the exclusive streaming platform for
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Talen Energy stock jumps after $3.45 billion natural-gas plant deal lifts PJM bet

Talen Energy stock jumps after $3.45 billion natural-gas plant deal lifts PJM bet

New York, January 15, 2026, 17:08 EST — After-hours Talen Energy shares jumped 11.8% to $419.07 in after-hours trading Thursday, following its deal to acquire 2.6 gigawatts of natural gas-fired generating capacity from Energy Capital Partners for $3.45 billion. Evercore ISI analyst Nicholas Amicucci called the transaction a sign of “tremendous value” in existing PJM assets. (Reuters) The timing couldn’t be clearer. U.S. power demand is set to hit record levels in 2026, driven by data centers linked to AI and cryptocurrency ramping up usage, alongside rising consumption from homes and businesses. (Reuters) Talen is doubling down on the squeeze
15 January 2026
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Microsoft stock dips after Swiss watchdog probes licensing fees as earnings loom

Microsoft stock dips after Swiss watchdog probes licensing fees as earnings loom

NEW YORK, Jan 15, 2026, 16:09 EST — After-hours Shares of Microsoft Corp dipped 0.6% on Thursday, ending the day at $456.45. The drop came after Switzerland’s competition authority launched a preliminary investigation into the company’s licensing fees. (Reuters) The probe comes as investors watch closely how Microsoft bankrolls its AI expansion—and how much pricing leverage it can maintain in software and cloud deals without triggering regulatory scrutiny. (Reuters) Earnings season is picking up pace. Microsoft will release its fiscal second-quarter results after the market closes on Jan. 28, followed by a webcast at 2:30 p.m. Pacific time. (Source) The
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Philip Morris stock edges up after PMI flags $20B+ U.S. investment push, FDA ZYN review ahead

Philip Morris stock edges up after PMI flags $20B+ U.S. investment push, FDA ZYN review ahead

NEW YORK, Jan 15, 2026, 15:42 EST — Regular session. Philip Morris International Inc shares climbed Thursday after the company revealed it has poured over $20 billion into U.S.-related investments since 2022, with more spending on the horizon. The stock added $1.40, or roughly 0.8%, reaching $172.48 in afternoon trading. (Business Wire) The update arrives as investors seek signs that the tobacco giant’s growth is tilting toward “smoke-free” offerings — nicotine pouches and heated tobacco — over conventional cigarettes. In the U.S., regulators still hold the keys, making timing just as crucial as capturing market share. Philip Morris revealed that
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Stock Market Today

Seagate (STX) stock jumps nearly 6% as Citi hikes target — what to watch next week

Seagate (STX) stock jumps nearly 6% as Citi hikes target — what to watch next week

7 February 2026
Seagate shares rose 5.9% to $429.32 Friday after Citigroup raised its price target to $480 and reiterated a buy rating. The gain ended a two-day slide but left the stock 6.6% below its Feb. 3 high. CEO Dave Mosley sold 20,000 shares on Feb. 2 under a pre-arranged plan, SEC filings show. U.S. jobs and inflation data next week are seen as key tests for tech stocks.
Cummins (CMI) stock price rebounds after earnings whipsaw as investors eye data-center power demand

Cummins (CMI) stock price rebounds after earnings whipsaw as investors eye data-center power demand

7 February 2026
Cummins shares jumped 6.8% to $577.73 Friday, recovering from a nearly 9% post-earnings drop the day before. The company reported Q4 revenue up 1% to $8.54 billion, took a $218 million charge tied to its hydrogen business, and guided for 2026 EBITDA of 17–18% of sales. Demand for data center generators offset weakness in North American truck markets. Analyst reaction was mixed; Truist raised its price target.
Corning stock hits first record close since 2000 as jobs, CPI data loom

Corning stock hits first record close since 2000 as jobs, CPI data loom

7 February 2026
Corning shares surged 8.3% to $122.16 Friday, their highest close since the dot-com era, after Meta agreed to buy up to $6 billion in fiber-optic cables. The stock is up 40% since late 2025, fueled by strong first-quarter guidance and AI data-center demand. Insiders sold shares following the rally, SEC filings show. Investors await next week’s U.S. jobs and inflation data for rate signals.
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