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NASDAQ:AVGO 14 February 2026 - 2 March 2026

Nasdaq ends February with weekly drop as AI jitters bite; jobs report is next test

Nasdaq ends February with weekly drop as AI jitters bite; jobs report is next test

The Nasdaq Composite fell 0.9% Friday to 22,668.21, ending its worst month since March 2025. Tech and financial shares led declines as inflation data and AI disruption fears weighed on sentiment. Nvidia dropped 4.2%, while Zscaler slid 12.2% after earnings. Focus turns to the March 6 U.S. jobs report and Broadcom results.
Nvidia stock slides again, dragging AI shares as Wall Street questions the payoff

Nvidia stock slides again, dragging AI shares as Wall Street questions the payoff

Nvidia shares fell 2.4% Friday, extending losses after a steep drop post-earnings, and pulling other AI-linked tech stocks lower. The Dow dropped 1.22%, S&P 500 lost 0.66%, and Nasdaq slid 0.99% in late morning trading. Hotter-than-expected U.S. producer prices fueled inflation concerns and pressured high-valuation tech names. Global equity fund inflows hit a five-week low as investors grew cautious.
Broadcom stock rebounds after Meta-AMD shakeup as Nvidia’s outlook lifts chip mood

Broadcom stock rebounds after Meta-AMD shakeup as Nvidia’s outlook lifts chip mood

Broadcom shares closed up 2.1% at $332.31 and rose another 0.4% after hours, following Nvidia’s strong forecast and sector gains. The move followed a report that AMD secured a major AI chip deal with Meta, seen as a negative for Broadcom. Analysts flagged upcoming software renewals and shifting supply deals as key risks. Broadcom’s VMware unit also issued a high-severity security advisory for Aria Operations.
Broadcom stock rises in early trade as Nvidia earnings loom and AVGO’s March 4 report nears

Broadcom stock rises in early trade as Nvidia earnings loom and AVGO’s March 4 report nears

Broadcom shares rose 2.3% to $332.83 in Wednesday morning trading, rebounding from a prior drop. The move tracked gains in tech stocks ahead of Nvidia’s earnings report later in the day. Broadcom is set to report quarterly results on March 4, with margins and VMware renewals in focus. Options trading showed heightened volatility, pointing to expectations of sharp moves around earnings.
Broadcom stock dips after the bell as UBS flags VMware churn risk ahead of earnings

Broadcom stock dips after the bell as UBS flags VMware churn risk ahead of earnings

Broadcom shares fell 0.7% to $325.49 in after-hours trading Tuesday ahead of its March 4 earnings report. UBS reiterated a Buy rating and $475 target but flagged renewal risks in VMware contracts. Investors are focused on margins, AI-chip demand, and software growth tied to VMware. Broadcom also issued security patches for VMware Aria Operations this week.
Bank of America stock steadies premarket after Monday’s drop as tariff jitters rattle banks

Bank of America stock steadies premarket after Monday’s drop as tariff jitters rattle banks

Bank of America shares were little changed in premarket trading Tuesday after closing down 3.75% amid a broad selloff in bank stocks. The KBW Regional Banking Index dropped 4.26% Monday as Treasury yields swung and investors weighed tariff headlines. JPMorgan, Wells Fargo, and Morgan Stanley each fell about 4%. U.S. stock futures edged higher early Tuesday ahead of key earnings and policy events.
Broadcom stock price ticks up as tariff jitters return and chip investors brace for earnings week

Broadcom stock price ticks up as tariff jitters return and chip investors brace for earnings week

Broadcom shares rose 0.4% to $333.83 Monday morning, trading between $328.18 and $338.39 on volume of about 4.2 million shares. The move followed President Trump’s announcement of a new 15% global tariff, which weighed on U.S. stocks. Broadcom last week launched the BroadPeak SoC for 5G/6G gear, claiming up to 40% lower power use. The company reports fiscal Q1 results on March 4 after the close.
Broadcom stock (AVGO) on pause for Presidents Day: what could move the price next

Broadcom stock (AVGO) on pause for Presidents Day: what could move the price next

Broadcom shares fell 1.81% to $325.17 Friday, underperforming the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index’s 0.66% gain. U.S. markets are closed Monday for Presidents Day and reopen Tuesday. Broadcom reports fiscal Q1 results March 4, with investors watching for updates on AI chip demand and margins. Nvidia reports Feb. 25, potentially influencing sentiment ahead of Broadcom’s release.
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Semiconductor stocks: Applied Materials jump steadies chip gear names as Nvidia slips into holiday week

Semiconductor stocks: Applied Materials jump steadies chip gear names as Nvidia slips into holiday week

Applied Materials surged 8% Friday after forecasting revenue and profit above Wall Street estimates, citing AI-driven demand. Nvidia fell 2.2% and Broadcom dropped 1.8%, while the iShares Semiconductor ETF rose 0.9%. U.S. CPI rose 0.2% in January. Markets close Monday for Presidents Day.
Nvidia stock slips into Presidents Day break — what could move AI stocks next week

Nvidia stock slips into Presidents Day break — what could move AI stocks next week

Nvidia shares fell 2.2% and Broadcom dropped 1.8% Friday, dragging AI chip stocks lower ahead of the U.S. holiday weekend. The S&P 500 ended up 0.05%, while the Nasdaq slipped 0.22% as tech names weighed. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang canceled a planned trip to India next week, the company said. The S&P 500 Software & Services index has lost about $2 trillion since October, Reuters reported.
Chip stocks brace for holiday week: Applied Materials surges, Nvidia slides — what to watch next

Chip stocks brace for holiday week: Applied Materials surges, Nvidia slides — what to watch next

Applied Materials forecast second-quarter revenue of about $7.65 billion and adjusted profit above estimates, sending its shares up over 10% Friday and lifting Lam Research and KLA. The Philadelphia SE Semiconductor index rose 0.66%. Nvidia and Broadcom fell despite the sector rally. The Nasdaq slipped 0.22% while the S&P 500 edged up 0.05% as investors weighed inflation data and rate-cut bets.
Broadcom stock price dips toward $325 as analyst warns hyperscalers could squeeze AVGO’s AI chips

Broadcom stock price dips toward $325 as analyst warns hyperscalers could squeeze AVGO’s AI chips

Broadcom shares fell 1.8% to $325.17 Friday after D.A. Davidson began coverage at Neutral, citing risks that major cloud customers may shift custom-chip work in-house. Analyst Gil Luria set a $335 target, calling Broadcom’s AI chip business “a shrinking iceberg.” U.S. markets close Monday for Presidents Day. Broadcom reports earnings March 4.

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  • McDonald's Viral Marketing Boosts NYSE:MCD but Tests Sustained Growth
    April 12, 2026, 7:02 AM EDT. McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski's viral tasting of the Big Arch burger and the KPop Demon Hunters meal have sparked strong social media buzz and collectible demand. McDonald's stock (NYSE:MCD) closed at $305.68, showing multi-year returns of 13.4% over three years and 46.9% over five years. Short-term performance remains modest with a 0.8% year-to-date gain. These cultural moments highlight risks and opportunities in converting pop culture relevance into lasting customer growth. Investors should watch whether McDonald's can leverage these viral events into sustained traffic without reputational damage, especially given ongoing pressure on lower-income customer segments. The company's marketing pushes, focused on menu innovation, value, and digital engagement, remain critical as rivals engage publicly in the social media spotlight.

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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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