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CEO Changes News 14 December 2025 - 18 January 2026

Walmart stock in the spotlight after CEO shake-up — what to watch for WMT next week

Walmart stock in the spotlight after CEO shake-up — what to watch for WMT next week

New York, Jan 18, 2026, 06:04 EST — Market closed Walmart Inc’s shares are set to draw attention when U.S. markets open, following a leadership shakeup ahead of John Furner’s Feb. 1 takeover as CEO, succeeding Doug McMillon. The stock closed Friday up 0.4% at $119.70, after reaching a record earlier this week. (Reuters) The timing is crucial. A CEO change alone is one scenario; a sweeping overhaul just before that is quite different. Walmart investors value stability and want early hints about what will be centralized, what will be trimmed, and what won’t change. The company is pushing further
Lynas Rare Earths stock jumps after CEO retirement plan as rare-earth supply talks heat up

Lynas Rare Earths stock jumps after CEO retirement plan as rare-earth supply talks heat up

Sydney, Jan 14, 2026, 16:50 (AEDT) — After-hours Shares of Lynas Rare Earths Ltd (LYC.AX) climbed 3.3% on Wednesday, settling at A$15.56 after soaring to an intraday peak of A$16.00. This marked the third straight session of gains, pushing the stock roughly 5% higher since Monday’s close. (Investing.com) The move is significant since Lynas belongs to the exclusive group of rare earth producers outside China, just as governments scramble to secure supplies of these metals essential for high-strength magnets in electric vehicles, wind turbines, and defence systems. The announcement comes amid a leadership transition. Investors expect a CEO departure and
Teleflex (TFX) stock dives on CEO exit and revenue forecast cut — what investors watch next

Teleflex (TFX) stock dives on CEO exit and revenue forecast cut — what investors watch next

New York, January 8, 2026, 14:02 EST — Regular session Teleflex Incorporated shares slid 11.7% to $111.76 by mid-afternoon on Thursday after the medical device maker disclosed a CEO exit and trimmed its revenue forecast. The company said it was “the right time to transition leadership” as it pushes through a portfolio shift. Teleflex Investors The drop matters because Teleflex is in the middle of a reset it has sold to investors as a cleanup job: slim down the company and lean harder into critical-care products. In December, Teleflex agreed to sell three businesses for $2.03 billion to sharpen its
8 January 2026
Caterpillar stock drops more than 4% after-hours as CEO chair shift and AI push grab focus

Caterpillar stock drops more than 4% after-hours as CEO chair shift and AI push grab focus

New York, January 7, 2026, 18:37 EST — After-hours Caterpillar Inc shares fell 4.3% in after-hours trading on Wednesday to $596.52. The stock briefly dipped to $595.84 earlier in the session; after-hours trading is the stretch after the closing bell when liquidity can be thinner. The drop tracked a softer tone in U.S. equities, with the Dow down 0.94% and the S&P 500 off 0.34% as investors digested fresh labour-market readings and looked ahead to Friday’s government payrolls report. Caterpillar, a major supplier of construction and mining equipment and industrial engines, often trades as a read-through on big-ticket capital spending.
P&G stock drops today: Procter & Gamble slides as investors look to new CEO, next earnings

P&G stock drops today: Procter & Gamble slides as investors look to new CEO, next earnings

NEW YORK, Jan 2, 2026, 13:07 ET — Regular session Procter & Gamble shares fell 1.2% to $141.59 as of early afternoon trading on Friday. The stock was down $1.72 from its previous close after opening at $143.34, and it traded between $141.28 and $143.75 on volume of about 3.5 million shares. The move matters because P&G is a heavyweight in consumer staples — a defensive part of the market where demand for everyday essentials tends to be steadier when growth slows. Investors are repositioning into 2026 with the next U.S. jobs and inflation readings looming, data that can quickly
P&G stock slips after hours as investors eye Jan. 1 CEO change and Jan. 22 earnings

P&G stock slips after hours as investors eye Jan. 1 CEO change and Jan. 22 earnings

NEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 19:08 ET — After-hours Shares of The Procter & Gamble Company (PG) slipped 0.1% to $144.57 in after-hours trading on Monday, when stocks trade after the 4 p.m. ET close. The shares traded between $143.96 and $145.06 in the regular session, with about 7.7 million shares changing hands, according to market data. The quiet move comes as investors head into two near-term dates for the consumer-staples giant. Chief Operating Officer Shailesh Jejurikar is scheduled to take over as CEO on Jan. 1, and the company has set its fiscal second-quarter earnings conference call for Jan.
Lululemon Stock (LULU) Today: Holiday Discounts, CEO Transition, and Analyst Forecasts Ahead of Monday’s Market Open

Lululemon Stock (LULU) Today: Holiday Discounts, CEO Transition, and Analyst Forecasts Ahead of Monday’s Market Open

NEW YORK, Dec. 28, 2025, 3:52 p.m. ET — Market closed lululemon athletica inc. (NASDAQ: LULU) heads into the final trading week of 2025 with investors balancing two very different storylines: near-term pressure from aggressive year-end promotions, and a longer-term “reset” narrative driven by a CEO transition, activist attention, and a fresh buyback authorization. With U.S. equity markets shut for the weekend, LULU’s most recent trade sits near $208.97, after the stock fell 0.68% in Friday’s regular session (Dec. 26). StockAnalysis+1 Where LULU stands heading into Monday Friday’s close leaves Lululemon trading roughly 50% below its 52-week high near $423.32,
The Coca-Cola Company (KO) News, Forecasts and Analysis on Dec. 25, 2025: CEO Transition, Costa Coffee Talks, and 2026 Outlook

The Coca-Cola Company (KO) News, Forecasts and Analysis on Dec. 25, 2025: CEO Transition, Costa Coffee Talks, and 2026 Outlook

Published: December 25, 2025 As 2025 closes, The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO) is entering 2026 with three storylines shaping investor expectations: a major leadership transition, fresh signals that Coca-Cola is still willing to reshape its portfolio and bottling footprint, and a market debate over whether KO’s “defensive growth” profile is fully priced—or still has runway. While U.S. markets are closed for Christmas, the news cycle isn’t. On December 25, 2025, new investor analysis focused on Coca-Cola’s Zero Sugar momentum and valuation, while marketing coverage revisited why Coke’s Christmas branding still functions like a global cultural asset—now evolving with AI-era production.
Procter & Gamble (PG) Stock Today: Analyst Upgrades, Tariff Pressures, and a CEO Change Set the Tone for 2026

Procter & Gamble (PG) Stock Today: Analyst Upgrades, Tariff Pressures, and a CEO Change Set the Tone for 2026

December 24, 2025 — Procter & Gamble (NYSE: PG) is ending 2025 in a familiar role for markets: a defensive bellwether that investors watch closely for clues about consumer demand, pricing power, and how quickly households are trading down—or trading up—when the economy gets choppy. On December 24, 2025, with U.S. markets operating in a holiday-shortened session and broad indexes still hovering near record territory, P&G stock is trying to stabilize after a rough stretch that pushed shares toward early-December lows. Investopedia+1 Below is what’s moving Procter & Gamble stock right now, what Wall Street is forecasting, and the specific
Woodside Energy Group Ltd Stock (ASX:WDS, NYSE:WDS) Drops as CEO Meg O’Neill Exits for BP: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch Next

Woodside Energy Group Ltd Stock (ASX:WDS, NYSE:WDS) Drops as CEO Meg O’Neill Exits for BP: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch Next

Woodside Energy Group Ltd stock pulled back on Thursday, 18 December 2025, after the company confirmed a sudden leadership change: CEO and Managing Director Meg O’Neill has resigned to take the top job at BP, triggering an immediate CEO succession process at Australia’s largest oil and gas producer. Woodside+1 The market’s first reaction was straightforward: uncertainty costs money—at least in the short run. Woodside shares finished the day down about 2.6% at A$22.80, as the energy sector lagged on the ASX. Market Index+1 But for investors, the bigger story isn’t just the CEO headline—it’s timing. Woodside is deep into a
BP PLC Stock News Today (Dec. 18, 2025): CEO Shake‑Up, Meg O’Neill Named Successor, and Why BP Shares Are Back in Play

BP PLC Stock News Today (Dec. 18, 2025): CEO Shake‑Up, Meg O’Neill Named Successor, and Why BP Shares Are Back in Play

BP PLC stock (LSE: BP.; NYSE: BP) is the kind of name that can drift into the background when oil is boring and the strategy is stable. December 18, 2025 is not one of those days. A surprise leadership change has put BP back on traders’ “must-watch” screens: BP confirmed that CEO Murray Auchincloss is stepping down effective today (Thursday, Dec. 18), with long-time BP executive Carol Howle taking over as interim CEO. The board has appointed Woodside Energy chief Meg O’Neill as the next permanent CEO, effective April 1, 2026. Investegate+2Reuters+2 BP’s London-listed shares were trading around the mid‑420s
Coca-Cola Stock (KO) Outlook: CEO Transition, Costa Coffee Sale Talks, Dividend, and What to Watch Next Week (Updated Dec. 14, 2025)

Coca-Cola Stock (KO) Outlook: CEO Transition, Costa Coffee Sale Talks, Dividend, and What to Watch Next Week (Updated Dec. 14, 2025)

Updated Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025 (markets closed). Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) ended last week at $70.52, up about 0.7% week-over-week, as investors digested two headline catalysts: a planned CEO handoff in 2026 and last-ditch negotiations to salvage a Costa Coffee sale. With KO also heading into a dividend week and a data-heavy macro calendar that could swing rates and the U.S. dollar, the setup for the week ahead is a classic “defensive stalwart meets event risk” story. Fintel Below is a detailed, publication-ready look at Coca-Cola stock this week, the latest KO news, and the week-ahead outlook—including analyst forecasts, technical levels,

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Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

Stock Market Today 07.02.2026

7 February 2026
LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: February 7, 2026, 12:00 AM ESTUpdated: February 7, 2026, 12:24 AM EST Dollar Dips as Stocks Rally and US Data Influences Fed Rate Expectations February 7, 2026, 12:18 AM EST. The **dollar index** fell 0.17%, pressured by a rebound in equity markets reducing demand for the safe-haven currency. Weaker-than-expected U.S. labor market data raised the odds of a Fed rate cut to 18% for March, though consumer sentiment improved to a six-month high, limiting losses. Hawkish comments from Atlanta Fed's Raphael Bostic emphasized maintaining restrictive monetary policy. The dollar faces medium-term weakness amid expectations for rate cuts
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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