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Financial Forecasts News 18 December 2025

Qualcomm (QCOM) Stock News Today: Alphawave Semi Deal Closes Early, Dividend Paid, and 2026 Forecasts in Focus (Dec. 18, 2025)

Qualcomm (QCOM) Stock News Today: Alphawave Semi Deal Closes Early, Dividend Paid, and 2026 Forecasts in Focus (Dec. 18, 2025)

Qualcomm closed its Alphawave Semi acquisition about a quarter ahead of schedule on Dec. 18, 2025, with Alphawave CEO Tony Pialis set to lead Qualcomm’s data center business. QCOM shares traded in the mid-$170s, up from the prior session, after the deal’s announcement and a cash dividend payout. Alphawave shareholders receive $2.48 per share in cash.
18 December 2025
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Adobe Stock (ADBE) News, Forecasts and Analyst Outlook for Dec. 18, 2025: Citi Raises Target, FY2026 Guidance, and a New AI Copyright Lawsuit

Adobe Stock (ADBE) News, Forecasts and Analyst Outlook for Dec. 18, 2025: Citi Raises Target, FY2026 Guidance, and a New AI Copyright Lawsuit

Adobe Inc. (NASDAQ: ADBE) stock is back in the spotlight on Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025, as investors balance three forces that have increasingly defined the company’s narrative in late 2025: (1) a solid earnings-and-guidance package that leans on subscription durability, (2) a fast-evolving generative AI strategy designed to defend (and expand) Adobe’s creative and marketing software moat, and (3) rising legal and competitive risk tied to how AI systems are trained and monetized. Shares were trading around $354 on Thursday, with the session’s range extending roughly from the low $350s to the high $350s. Below is a detailed roundup of
18 December 2025
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Mortgage Rates Today (Dec. 18, 2025): 30-Year Fixed Holds Near 6.2% After Cooler CPI — Plus 2026 Forecasts and What Borrowers Should Watch

Mortgage Rates Today (Dec. 18, 2025): 30-Year Fixed Holds Near 6.2% After Cooler CPI — Plus 2026 Forecasts and What Borrowers Should Watch

The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate held at 6.21% this week, according to Freddie Mac. Rates have hovered within a narrow range for two months despite shifts in inflation data and central-bank signals. Purchase applications are up about 10% from a year ago. Other surveys show 30-year rates between 6.22% and 6.38%.
18 December 2025
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Karman Holdings (KRMN) Stock: News, Forecasts, and Analyst Outlook for December 18, 2025

Karman Holdings (KRMN) Stock: News, Forecasts, and Analyst Outlook for December 18, 2025

Karman Holdings (NYSE: KRMN) rose nearly 6% to $68.93 on December 18 after an SEC filing showed Oak Thistle LLC bought 24,538 shares valued at $1.77 million in Q3. The stock traded between $67.04 and $70.88 during the session and holds a market cap near $8.6 billion. Karman supplies subsystems for space and defense programs and reports over 80 customers across 130 projects.
18 December 2025
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Rocket Lab Stock Jumps After Early U.S. Space Force Launch: RKLB News, Forecasts, and Fresh 2025 Valuation Debate (Dec. 18, 2025)

Rocket Lab Stock Jumps After Early U.S. Space Force Launch: RKLB News, Forecasts, and Fresh 2025 Valuation Debate (Dec. 18, 2025)

Rocket Lab launched the STP‑S30 mission for the U.S. Space Force five months ahead of schedule, deploying four DiskSat spacecraft from Virginia early Thursday. Shares rose in midday trading, reaching the mid‑$50s. The mission marked Rocket Lab’s 20th Electron launch in 2025 and its 78th overall. DiskSat, a NASA-backed tech demo, aims to test a new smallsat form factor.
18 December 2025
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Goldman Sachs Stock (GS) Rises on Dec. 18, 2025: Latest News, Analyst Price Targets, and the 2026 Outlook

Goldman Sachs Stock (GS) Rises on Dec. 18, 2025: Latest News, Analyst Price Targets, and the 2026 Outlook

Goldman Sachs shares traded in the high-$870s on December 18, up modestly as softer U.S. inflation data and Dow gains supported financial stocks. The bank hired Brian Cayne, co-founder of Qatalyst Partners, as global co-head of software investment banking. Goldman led global tech M&A by deal value in 2025, advising on $337.8 billion in transactions.
18 December 2025
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Caterpillar (CAT) Stock on Dec. 18, 2025: CPI Surprise, Fresh Filings, Dividend Clarity, and 2026 Price Targets

Caterpillar (CAT) Stock on Dec. 18, 2025: CPI Surprise, Fresh Filings, Dividend Clarity, and 2026 Price Targets

Caterpillar shares rebounded Thursday, trading in the high-$560s after a steep drop Wednesday that saw the stock close at $561.89. U.S. November CPI rose 2.7%, below forecasts, fueling hopes for rate cuts and lifting industrial stocks. New filings showed the Czech National Bank increased its Caterpillar stake. Inflation data reliability was questioned due to a missing October report.
18 December 2025
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Netflix Stock (NFLX) News Today — Dec. 18, 2025: Warner Bros. Deal Drama, New Corporate Moves, and the Latest Wall Street Forecasts

Netflix Stock (NFLX) News Today — Dec. 18, 2025: Warner Bros. Deal Drama, New Corporate Moves, and the Latest Wall Street Forecasts

Netflix shares rose 0.83% to $95.58 on December 18 as Warner Bros. Discovery’s board publicly backed Netflix’s takeover bid, rejecting Paramount Skydance’s hostile offer. Trading volume topped 30 million shares. The stock remains in the $93–$97 range following a 10-for-1 split in November. Warner’s board called Netflix’s proposal binding and fully financed.
18 December 2025
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Apple Stock (AAPL) News and Forecast for Dec. 18, 2025: Japan App Store Shift, Wall Street Targets, and the 2026 AI Debate

Apple Stock (AAPL) News and Forecast for Dec. 18, 2025: Japan App Store Shift, Wall Street Targets, and the 2026 AI Debate

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL) is back in the spotlight on Thursday, December 18, 2025, as investors weigh a fresh regulatory development in Japan, new Wall Street target updates tied to Apple’s AI roadmap, and growing debate over whether the stock’s premium valuation can hold into 2026. As of 14:17 UTC (9:17 a.m. ET), Apple stock traded at $271.84, down about 0.99% on the day, with an intraday range of $270.59–$273.63 and a market cap around $3.01 trillion. Below is what’s driving the AAPL conversation today—and the forecasts and risk factors investors are watching heading into 2026. Apple stock today: What
18 December 2025
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Palantir Technologies (PLTR) Stock News Today (Dec. 18, 2025): Why Shares Fell, New Navy ShipOS Deal, and 2026 Forecasts

Palantir Technologies (PLTR) Stock News Today (Dec. 18, 2025): Why Shares Fell, New Navy ShipOS Deal, and 2026 Forecasts

Palantir Technologies shares fell 5.6% to $177.29 as of 13:14 UTC Thursday, following renewed concerns over insider selling and valuation. CFO David Alan Glazer disclosed a $1.67 million stock sale on Dec. 12. The stock remains up over 137% year-to-date after a volatile run, with a 52-week range of $63.40 to $207.52. Recent U.S. Navy contracts continue to support Palantir’s business outlook.
18 December 2025
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BitMine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) Stock Today: ARK Invest Buys the Dip as BitMine Tops 3.97M ETH — Latest News, Forecasts, and What to Watch (Dec. 18, 2025)

BitMine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) Stock Today: ARK Invest Buys the Dip as BitMine Tops 3.97M ETH — Latest News, Forecasts, and What to Watch (Dec. 18, 2025)

BitMine Immersion Technologies reported holding 3,967,210 ETH and $1.0 billion in cash as of Dec. 14, valuing total assets at $13.3 billion. Shares closed at $29.32 on Dec. 18, with pre-market trading near $30.23. ARK Invest increased its stake this week as crypto-linked stocks fell. The company’s stock now tracks Ethereum price swings more than traditional mining peers.
18 December 2025
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Comcast Stock (CMCSA) Today: Versant Spinoff Details, Activist Buzz, and Fresh 2026 Forecasts (Dec. 18, 2025)

Comcast Stock (CMCSA) Today: Versant Spinoff Details, Activist Buzz, and Fresh 2026 Forecasts (Dec. 18, 2025)

Comcast shares rose 5.4% on Dec. 16 after speculation of activist investor involvement and closed at $30.32 on Dec. 17. The company is spinning off Versant Media Group, which will hold NBCUniversal’s cable networks and digital brands. Shareholders as of Dec. 16 will receive 1 Versant share for every 25 Comcast shares. The Versant distribution is set for Jan. 2, 2026, with regular trading starting Jan. 5.
18 December 2025
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Warner Bros. Discovery Stock (WBD) News Today: Standard General CNN Talks, Netflix Deal Terms, Paramount Bid Deadline, and Wall Street Forecasts (Dec. 18, 2025)

Warner Bros. Discovery Stock (WBD) News Today: Standard General CNN Talks, Netflix Deal Terms, Paramount Bid Deadline, and Wall Street Forecasts (Dec. 18, 2025)

Warner Bros. Discovery shares traded at $28.21 ahead of Dec. 18, as Reuters reported Standard General is in talks to buy or invest in WBD’s TV networks, including CNN. The company faces a Netflix cash-and-stock deal for streaming and studios assets, and a hostile all-cash tender offer from Paramount Skydance. WBD’s board recommends the Netflix deal, offering $23.25 per share in cash plus $4.50 in Netflix stock.
18 December 2025
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BigBear.ai (BBAI) Stock News, Forecasts and Analysis for Dec. 18, 2025: The Dilution Vote, Ask Sage Deal, and What Comes Next

BigBear.ai (BBAI) Stock News, Forecasts and Analysis for Dec. 18, 2025: The Dilution Vote, Ask Sage Deal, and What Comes Next

BigBear.ai Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BBAI) is pushing shareholders to vote on raising authorized common shares from 500 million to 1 billion, with the deadline set for 11:59 p.m. ET on Dec. 18, 2025. The company adjourned its special meeting to Dec. 19 to gather more votes. The proposal does not create new shares immediately but allows future issuance. BBAI stock trades near $5, down 47% from its 12-month high.
18 December 2025
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Nike Stock (NKE) Today: Q2 FY2026 Earnings Preview, Analyst Targets, and Turnaround Risks to Watch on Dec. 18, 2025

Nike Stock (NKE) Today: Q2 FY2026 Earnings Preview, Analyst Targets, and Turnaround Risks to Watch on Dec. 18, 2025

Nike will report fiscal Q2 2026 results after markets close Dec. 18, with shares trading between $65.56 and $67.81 intraday. Analysts expect revenue near $12.2 billion, down 1% year over year, and net income to fall over 50% to about $562 million. Adjusted EPS is forecast at $0.37–$0.38. Investors are watching for signs Nike’s turnaround plan is stabilizing sales and margins.
18 December 2025
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Oracle Stock Slips on AI Data Center Financing Questions: ORCL News, Analyst Forecasts, and What Investors Are Watching (Dec. 18, 2025)

Oracle Stock Slips on AI Data Center Financing Questions: ORCL News, Analyst Forecasts, and What Investors Are Watching (Dec. 18, 2025)

Oracle shares fell 5.4% to $178.46 on Dec. 18 after reports said Blue Owl Capital withdrew from financing a $10 billion AI data center project in Michigan linked to OpenAI. Oracle and developer Related Digital disputed the reports, saying the project remains on track with a new equity partner. The funding uncertainty comes as Oracle’s debt and lease obligations continue to rise with its AI cloud expansion.
18 December 2025
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Lululemon Athletica Stock (LULU) Surges Into the Spotlight After Elliott’s $1B Stake: News, Forecasts, and What Comes Next

Lululemon Athletica Stock (LULU) Surges Into the Spotlight After Elliott’s $1B Stake: News, Forecasts, and What Comes Next

Elliott Management has taken a stake exceeding $1 billion in lululemon, Reuters reported Thursday, and is working with retail executive Jane Nielsen as a potential CEO candidate. Lululemon shares jumped in late trading, recently near $207.87. The move comes as CEO Calvin McDonald prepares to step down January 31, 2026, with interim co-CEOs named. The activist push raises the prospect of a board dispute over leadership and strategy.
18 December 2025
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Yangzijiang Shipbuilding (SGX: BS6) Stock Update 18 Dec 2025: US$22.8b Order Book, Delivery Momentum, and What Analysts Forecast Next

Yangzijiang Shipbuilding (SGX: BS6) Stock Update 18 Dec 2025: US$22.8b Order Book, Delivery Momentum, and What Analysts Forecast Next

Yangzijiang Shipbuilding traded around S$3.48 on Dec. 18, down 1.14% with 7.93 million shares changing hands. The company reported an order book of 245 vessels worth US$22.83 billion, with 71% “green” ships and 126 containerships. New orders in 2025 reached US$2.17 billion, sharply lower than 2024’s pace. Year-to-date, 46 vessels have been delivered, meeting about 82% of the annual target.
18 December 2025
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Northern Star Resources (ASX:NST) Stock: Share Price, Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and 2026 Catalysts (18 Dec 2025)

Northern Star Resources (ASX:NST) Stock: Share Price, Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and 2026 Catalysts (18 Dec 2025)

Northern Star Resources shares fell to around A$26.66 on Thursday, down from a previous close near A$27.12, as gold miners lagged despite spot gold holding near US$4,332/oz. Investors focused on upcoming US inflation data and concerns over project execution at Kalgoorlie. Market commentary cited sector-wide weakness and caution on growth costs.
18 December 2025
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Stock Market Today

Tower Semiconductor stock jumps again on Nvidia optics tie-up as earnings near

Tower Semiconductor stock jumps again on Nvidia optics tie-up as earnings near

8 February 2026
Tower Semiconductor shares rose 7.7% to $139.04 Friday after announcing a collaboration with Nvidia on AI data-center networking. The stock touched $141 intraday and gained another 1% after hours. Investors await Tower’s Feb. 11 earnings for details on its silicon photonics work. No financial terms or shipment timeline were disclosed.
Longsys Electronics stock heads into Monday after new guarantees; what 301308 investors watch next

Longsys Electronics stock heads into Monday after new guarantees; what 301308 investors watch next

8 February 2026
Longsys disclosed new guarantees for a 100 million yuan Hong Kong loan and a $9 million Brazil credit line, bringing its total approved guarantee quota to 11 billion yuan and outstanding guarantees to 5.81 billion yuan. The company said all guarantees are for consolidated subsidiaries and within approved limits. Shares closed at 288 yuan Friday, down 1.6%. China inflation and credit data are due this week.
MACOM stock price steadies near highs into Monday after earnings pop and fresh filings

MACOM stock price steadies near highs into Monday after earnings pop and fresh filings

8 February 2026
MACOM shares rose 3.5% to $235.87 Friday after the company reported fiscal Q1 revenue of $271.6 million and raised its full-year data center growth outlook to 35–40%. Fidelity’s FMR LLC disclosed a 10.7% stake, while shareholder Susan Ocampo filed to potentially sell up to 100,000 shares. Stifel raised its price target to $255. MACOM expects to repay $161 million in convertible notes in March.
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