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Cloud Computing 20 December 2025 - 2 January 2026

Amazon stock slips today in premarket as Brookfield cloud push keeps AI spending under scrutiny

Amazon stock slips today in premarket as Brookfield cloud push keeps AI spending under scrutiny

Amazon shares fell 0.7% to $230.82 in premarket trading Friday, as megacap tech stocks started 2026 lower. The move followed news that Brookfield is launching Radiant, a cloud business leasing chips to AI developers, intensifying competition in cloud infrastructure. Investors are watching for Amazon’s next earnings and AWS demand signals. Broader market sentiment was muted, with Nasdaq and S&P 500 ETFs also down before the open.
2 January 2026
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Oracle stock forecast 2026: AI spending scrutiny and new cloud challengers put ORCL in focus

Oracle stock forecast 2026: AI spending scrutiny and new cloud challengers put ORCL in focus

Brookfield is launching a cloud business to lease chips to AI developers, backed by a $10 billion fund, The Information reported. Oracle shares swung sharply in late 2025 as investors questioned its $15 billion increase in expected capital expenditures for fiscal 2026. SoftBank completed a $41 billion investment in OpenAI, which, with Oracle and others, is planning a multi-year data-center project called Stargate.
2 January 2026
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Amazon stock forecast 2026: Analysts map 20%-plus upside for AMZN as cloud spending comes under scrutinyNEW YORK, January 1, 2026, 16:56 ET

Amazon stock forecast 2026: Analysts map 20%-plus upside for AMZN as cloud spending comes under scrutinyNEW YORK, January 1, 2026, 16:56 ET

Wall Street analysts project Amazon shares could rise 23% in 2026, with an average 12-month price target of $284.70 and expected revenue of $811.23 billion. AWS remains the main profit driver, accounting for about 60% of operating income, while capital spending is set to increase. Competition from Microsoft, Google, and Brookfield’s new Radiant cloud business adds pressure on margins and efficiency.
1 January 2026
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Cloud computing stocks today: Microsoft, Oracle slip as Wall Street shuts for New Year’s Day

Cloud computing stocks today: Microsoft, Oracle slip as Wall Street shuts for New Year’s Day

U.S. stock markets are closed Thursday for New Year’s Day and reopen Friday. Cloud-focused ETFs SKYY and WCLD last traded about 1% lower, with Microsoft down 0.8% and Oracle off 1.2%. The S&P 500 ended 2025 up 16.39% and the Nasdaq up 20.36%, despite a late pullback in tech shares. Key economic data and the Fed’s first 2026 meeting are scheduled for January.
1 January 2026
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Applied Digital’s ChronoScale plan: Cloud spin-off and Ekso tie-up puts AI GPUs in focus

Applied Digital’s ChronoScale plan: Cloud spin-off and Ekso tie-up puts AI GPUs in focus

Applied Digital will spin out its cloud unit and merge it with Ekso Bionics to form ChronoScale, with Applied owning about 97% of the new company and Ekso shareholders holding about 3%, according to filings. The deal is based on a non-binding term sheet and aims to close in the first half of 2026. Applied Digital shares rose 2.4% after the announcement, while Ekso shares jumped 103%.
31 December 2025
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Applied Digital stock rises premarket as ChronoScale cloud spinout with Ekso draws investor focus

Applied Digital stock rises premarket as ChronoScale cloud spinout with Ekso draws investor focus

Applied Digital shares rose about 1% to $24.31 premarket Wednesday after a non-binding term sheet proposed combining its cloud unit with Ekso Bionics to form ChronoScale. Applied Digital would own 97% of the new company if the deal closes, expected in the first half of 2026. Investors await further deal details and the Jan. 7 earnings report. The stock closed Tuesday at $24.08, down 2.9%.
31 December 2025
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Applied Digital stock slides after ChronoScale cloud spinout plan with Ekso; APLD traders eye Jan. 7 earnings

Applied Digital stock slides after ChronoScale cloud spinout plan with Ekso; APLD traders eye Jan. 7 earnings

Applied Digital shares fell 2.9% to $24.08 Tuesday after the company announced a non-binding term sheet to combine its cloud unit with Ekso Bionics and form a new company, ChronoScale. The stock traded between $24.03 and $26.33 on heavy volume. Applied Digital’s next earnings report is due Jan. 7.
31 December 2025
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Ekso Bionics stock nearly doubles as Applied Digital cloud deal points to ChronoScale pivot

Ekso Bionics stock nearly doubles as Applied Digital cloud deal points to ChronoScale pivot

Ekso Bionics shares closed up 94% at $10.58 after announcing a deal outline to combine Applied Digital’s cloud unit with EKSO. Applied Digital would own about 97% of the merged company, leaving EKSO holders with roughly 3% before any deal financing, according to a filing. The stock’s market value reached about $36 million. Traders await definitive terms and SEC filings.
30 December 2025
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Applied Digital (APLD) stock lifts in premarket after ChronoScale cloud spinout plan with EKSO

Applied Digital (APLD) stock lifts in premarket after ChronoScale cloud spinout plan with EKSO

Applied Digital shares rose 2% in premarket trading after announcing plans to spin out its cloud business into ChronoScale and combine it with EKSO Bionics. Applied Digital expects to own about 97% of the new company, which targets a first-half 2026 closing. The cloud unit reported $75.2 million in trailing 12-month revenue as of August 31. EKSO shares jumped 38% after hours Monday.
30 December 2025
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Cloud Computing Stocks Stock: Global X Cloud Computing ETF (CLOU) News, Forecasts, and the Setup Before Monday’s Open

Cloud Computing Stocks Stock: Global X Cloud Computing ETF (CLOU) News, Forecasts, and the Setup Before Monday’s Open

U.S. stock markets closed nearly flat Friday, with the Dow down 0.04%, S&P 500 off 0.03%, and Nasdaq losing 0.09%. The Global X Cloud Computing ETF (CLOU) ended at $22.92, up 0.17%, while SKYY and WCLD also posted small gains. Trading was light ahead of year-end, with investors watching for volatility in cloud stocks as rate sensitivity and AI-driven demand remain in focus.
27 December 2025
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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.
25 December 2025
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Palo Alto Networks (PANW) Stock News Today: Google Cloud’s Near-$10 Billion Deal, AI-Security Momentum, and Analyst Forecasts (Dec. 22, 2025)

Palo Alto Networks (PANW) Stock News Today: Google Cloud’s Near-$10 Billion Deal, AI-Security Momentum, and Analyst Forecasts (Dec. 22, 2025)

Palo Alto Networks shares rose 1.5% to $189.65 on Dec. 22 after news of an expanded Google Cloud partnership, reportedly worth nearly $10 billion over several years. The deal includes integrating Palo Alto’s AI security tools with Google Cloud services and expanding firewall and SASE deployments. Analysts highlighted the partnership’s potential to drive recurring revenue but noted execution risks remain.
22 December 2025
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Alphabet (GOOG) Class C Stock Today: Google Cloud’s $10B Security Push, Gemini 3 Momentum, and 2026 Analyst Targets (Dec. 22, 2025)

Alphabet (GOOG) Class C Stock Today: Google Cloud’s $10B Security Push, Gemini 3 Momentum, and 2026 Analyst Targets (Dec. 22, 2025)

Alphabet Class C shares traded around $308–$309 midday Monday, with market cap near $3.7 trillion after a strong 2025 run. Q3 revenue topped $100 billion for the first time, up 16% year over year. The company raised its 2025 capex outlook to $91–$93 billion, citing AI and cloud investments. Shares remain off their late-November high of $328.67.
22 December 2025
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Microsoft Stock (MSFT) News Today: AI “Copilot” Push, Azure Growth, and Wall Street’s 2026 Forecasts (Dec. 22, 2025)

Microsoft Stock (MSFT) News Today: AI “Copilot” Push, Azure Growth, and Wall Street’s 2026 Forecasts (Dec. 22, 2025)

Microsoft shares traded near $486 on December 22, 2025, holding above spring lows but below the July peak of $555.45. Analysts at Wedbush and Evercore highlighted optimism for AI-driven growth and Azure in 2026. CEO Satya Nadella is reportedly pushing for faster Copilot improvements. A year-end tech rebound is supporting sentiment across AI stocks.
22 December 2025
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Palo Alto Networks (PANW) Stock Week Ahead: Google Cloud’s ‘$10B’ Partnership, Analyst Targets, and Key Catalysts for Dec. 22–26, 2025

Palo Alto Networks (PANW) Stock Week Ahead: Google Cloud’s ‘$10B’ Partnership, Analyst Targets, and Key Catalysts for Dec. 22–26, 2025

Reuters reported Dec. 19 that Google Cloud and Palo Alto Networks expanded their partnership in a deal valued near $10 billion, described as Google Cloud’s largest-ever security services agreement. The arrangement includes migrating Palo Alto services to Google Cloud and developing new AI-driven cybersecurity products. PANW closed at $186.88 on Dec. 19, about 16% below its 52-week high. Financial terms were not confirmed by company executives.
21 December 2025
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Cloud Computing Stocks: December 21, 2025 News, Forecasts and 2026 Outlook for Amazon, Microsoft, Alphabet, and Oracle

Cloud Computing Stocks: December 21, 2025 News, Forecasts and 2026 Outlook for Amazon, Microsoft, Alphabet, and Oracle

Cloud computing stocks ended 2025 under pressure as investors questioned the sustainability of AI infrastructure spending and demanded clearer returns. Data-center dealmaking hit record highs through November, but analysts say markets now reward capital discipline over pure growth. Major cloud providers face scrutiny over debt, financing, and monetization as the sector enters 2026.
21 December 2025
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Alphabet (GOOG) Class C Stock Week Ahead: Google Cloud’s $10B Security Deal, Waymo Funding Buzz, and Antitrust Risk in Focus (Dec. 22–26, 2025)

Alphabet (GOOG) Class C Stock Week Ahead: Google Cloud’s $10B Security Deal, Waymo Funding Buzz, and Antitrust Risk in Focus (Dec. 22–26, 2025)

Alphabet’s Class C shares (GOOG) closed at $308.61 on Dec. 19, about 6% below their 52-week high. Google Cloud announced a security partnership with Palo Alto Networks valued near $10 billion, its largest to date. Waymo is reportedly seeking funding at a $100 billion-plus valuation. The holiday-shortened trading week may see increased volatility on major headlines.
21 December 2025
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Palo Alto Networks (PANW) Stock on Dec. 20, 2025: Google Cloud Deal Near $10B, Latest Forecasts, and What’s Next for Investors

Palo Alto Networks (PANW) Stock on Dec. 20, 2025: Google Cloud Deal Near $10B, Latest Forecasts, and What’s Next for Investors

Palo Alto Networks shares closed at $186.88 on Dec. 19 after announcing an expanded partnership with Google Cloud, reportedly worth nearly $10 billion over several years. The deal includes new AI security integrations and Palo Alto migrating workloads to Google Cloud. Analyst targets remain above current prices, but some cite valuation concerns.
20 December 2025
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Cloud Computing Stocks Outlook Dec. 20, 2025: AI Data Center Boom Powers Microsoft, Amazon, Alphabet—and Tests Oracle

Cloud Computing Stocks Outlook Dec. 20, 2025: AI Data Center Boom Powers Microsoft, Amazon, Alphabet—and Tests Oracle

Data-center dealmaking in 2025 set a new record, with over 100 transactions totaling nearly $61 billion, according to S&P Global. Wall Street now estimates hyperscaler AI capital spending will reach $527 billion in 2026, per Goldman Sachs. Microsoft continues to face AI infrastructure shortages, projecting supply constraints through June 2026 despite ongoing expansion efforts.
20 December 2025
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Alphabet Class C Stock (GOOG) News on 20.12.2025: Cloud’s $10B Palo Alto Deal, AI Chip Push, and Wall Street Forecasts

Alphabet Class C Stock (GOOG) News on 20.12.2025: Cloud’s $10B Palo Alto Deal, AI Chip Push, and Wall Street Forecasts

Alphabet’s Class C shares (GOOG) closed Friday, Dec. 19, at $308.61, up 1.60%, with trading volume above average. The stock remains near its 52-week high of $328.67, set in late November. Alphabet’s market value stands near $3.7 trillion. Google Cloud’s expanded security partnership with Palo Alto Networks, valued at nearly $10 billion, marked the week’s biggest catalyst.
20 December 2025
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  • Vulcan Materials (VMC) Shares Show Slight Undervaluation After Recent Decline
    March 21, 2026, 9:21 PM EDT. Vulcan Materials (VMC) shares have dropped 2.6% in the past week and 13.7% over the last month, despite an 11.2% gain over one year and 59.0% over three years. The stock currently trades around $258.40, slightly below the intrinsic value of $270.72 estimated via a discounted cash flow (DCF) model, suggesting a modest 4.6% undervaluation. The company's price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio stands at 31.21, reflecting market expectations of growth and risk. Simply Wall St rates Vulcan Materials' value score at 2 out of 6, signaling some caution. Investors should watch for shifts in fundamentals or market conditions that could affect valuation.
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