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NASDAQ:BIDU 30 December 2025 - 15 April 2026

Uber’s $10 Billion Robotaxi Bet Marks Sharp Shift as Self-Driving Race Heats Up

Uber’s $10 Billion Robotaxi Bet Marks Sharp Shift as Self-Driving Race Heats Up

Uber has committed over $10 billion to robotaxis, with more than $7.5 billion for fleets and $2.5 billion for equity stakes in autonomous driving partners, according to the Financial Times. The company plans to launch robotaxi services in at least 28 cities by 2028 and has signed deals with Baidu, Rivian, and Lucid. Uber did not immediately comment on the reported figures.
15 April 2026
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Uber stock slides toward $71 after hours as Baidu robotaxi Dubai launch, Lyft stumble keep traders wary

Uber stock slides toward $71 after hours as Baidu robotaxi Dubai launch, Lyft stumble keep traders wary

Uber shares fell 3.4% to $71.01 in late after-hours trading Wednesday, pressured by a sharp drop in rival Lyft after weak ride metrics. Uber and Baidu said Apollo Go autonomous ride-hailing will launch on Uber’s app in Dubai within a month. Lyft shares dropped 13%. Uber also agreed to buy Getir’s Türkiye food delivery business for $335 million.
12 February 2026
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Baidu stock slides as Kunlunxin Hong Kong IPO plan shifts focus to timing, approvals

Baidu stock slides as Kunlunxin Hong Kong IPO plan shifts focus to timing, approvals

Baidu’s U.S. shares fell 3.7% to $144.75 Monday after its AI chip unit, Kunlunxin, filed for a Hong Kong listing and received exchange approval to proceed with a spin-off. Baidu said Kunlunxin will remain a subsidiary after the deal, but did not disclose offering size or timeline. Jefferies raised its Baidu price target to $181, estimating Kunlunxin’s valuation at up to $23 billion.
5 January 2026
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Shanghai Stock Exchange reopens Jan. 5: Shanghai Composite near 4,000 as AI-chip buzz builds

Shanghai Stock Exchange reopens Jan. 5: Shanghai Composite near 4,000 as AI-chip buzz builds

Mainland China’s A-shares resume trading Monday after a New Year break, with the Shanghai Composite last closing at 3,968.84, up 0.09%. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index rose 2.76% Friday, led by Baidu and Hua Hong Semiconductor gains. Shanghai Biren Technology surged 76% in its Hong Kong debut. Investors await China’s services PMI and December CPI data this week.
4 January 2026
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Baidu stock today: BIDU jumps on Kunlunxin Hong Kong IPO plan as AI-chip frenzy builds

Baidu stock today: BIDU jumps on Kunlunxin Hong Kong IPO plan as AI-chip frenzy builds

Baidu shares jumped 14.9% to $150.30 after the company said it confidentially filed to spin off its AI chip unit, Kunlunxin, in a Hong Kong IPO. The stock touched $151.05 intraday, near a 52-week high. Baidu has not finalized offering details and said the deal depends on regulatory approval. Jefferies raised its price target to $181, estimating Kunlunxin’s value at up to $23 billion.
4 January 2026
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Baidu stock jumps nearly 15% after AI chip unit Kunlunxin files for Hong Kong IPO

Baidu stock jumps nearly 15% after AI chip unit Kunlunxin files for Hong Kong IPO

Baidu’s U.S.-listed shares jumped 14.9% to $150.30 Friday after confirming its AI chip unit Kunlunxin filed confidentially for a Hong Kong listing. The spin-off remains subject to regulatory approvals and final terms. Traders are watching for updates on timing, valuation, and potential follow-through when U.S. markets reopen Monday.
4 January 2026
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Dow, S&P 500 snap losing streak as chip and AI stocks kick off 2026 with a rally

Dow, S&P 500 snap losing streak as chip and AI stocks kick off 2026 with a rally

The Dow rose 0.7% and the S&P 500 gained 0.2% on the first trading day of 2026, led by a 4% jump in semiconductor stocks. The Nasdaq slipped, dragged by declines in Tesla after weak delivery data and losses in big tech. Baidu surged 15% after its AI chip unit filed for a Hong Kong listing. President Trump delayed tariff hikes on some furniture and cabinets for a year.
3 January 2026
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Baidu stock jumps nearly 15% on Kunlunxin IPO plan; what BIDU traders watch next

Baidu stock jumps nearly 15% on Kunlunxin IPO plan; what BIDU traders watch next

Baidu shares jumped 14.9% to $150.30 after the company said its AI chip unit Kunlunxin confidentially filed for a Hong Kong IPO. Baidu expects Kunlunxin to remain a subsidiary after the spin-off, but key terms are not finalized and the deal needs regulatory approval. Investors are watching for updates on IPO details and Baidu’s next earnings, expected around February 17, 2026.
3 January 2026
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FTSE 100 Smashes 10,000 as AI Bubble Talk Returns to Markets in 2026

FTSE 100 Smashes 10,000 as AI Bubble Talk Returns to Markets in 2026

London’s FTSE 100 topped 10,000 points for the first time Friday, reaching 10,046.3 as trading resumed after the New Year. The index jumped 21.5% in 2025, its best annual gain since 2009. In the U.S., the Dow and S&P 500 ended higher, while the Nasdaq fell for a fifth straight session. Investors are watching U.S. monetary policy and the impact of AI-related spending on markets.
3 January 2026
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Stock market today: Nasdaq, S&P 500 futures climb to start 2026 as Nvidia and Baidu rally

Stock market today: Nasdaq, S&P 500 futures climb to start 2026 as Nvidia and Baidu rally

Nasdaq 100 E-minis rose 1.05% and S&P 500 E-minis gained 0.60% in premarket trading Friday, led by rebounds in Nvidia and Broadcom. Baidu jumped 12% after its AI chip unit Kunlunxin filed for a Hong Kong IPO. Tesla rose over 2% ahead of delivery figures. The White House delayed tariff hikes on imported furniture for a year.
2 January 2026
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Nvidia’s China moat faces a new test as Biren pops 76% and Baidu chip unit files for Hong Kong IPO

Nvidia’s China moat faces a new test as Biren pops 76% and Baidu chip unit files for Hong Kong IPO

Shanghai Biren Technology surged 76% in its Hong Kong debut Friday, raising HK$5.58 billion after its IPO was heavily oversubscribed. Baidu said its AI chip unit Kunlunxin confidentially filed for a Hong Kong listing on Jan. 1. Samsung reported positive customer feedback for its HBM4 memory and is in talks to supply Nvidia. The U.S. granted TSMC an annual license to import chipmaking equipment to its Nanjing plant.
2 January 2026
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Baidu stock in focus as Kunlunxin Hong Kong listing plan lands — and Jefferies lifts target

Baidu stock in focus as Kunlunxin Hong Kong listing plan lands — and Jefferies lifts target

Baidu filed a confidential application to list its AI chip unit Kunlunxin in Hong Kong as part of a planned spin-off. Baidu’s Hong Kong shares rose 7.5% to HK$141.30, while its U.S.-listed shares last closed at $130.66, down 1.3%. The company said the deal is not finalized and would require regulatory approvals. Investors await details on deal structure and potential impact on U.S. trading.
2 January 2026
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Baidu stock today: BIDU rises as insider sale filing surfaces, with Fed minutes next

Baidu stock today: BIDU rises as insider sale filing surfaces, with Fed minutes next

Baidu’s U.S.-listed shares rose 1.6% to $126.81 Monday, outperforming China internet peers as Alibaba fell 2.5%. A securities filing showed Baidu CTO Wang Haifeng plans to sell 50,000 ADS worth about $6.24 million after a cashless option exercise. The disclosure came as Wall Street indexes slipped and China-Taiwan tensions added pressure to U.S.-listed China tech stocks.
30 December 2025
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Uber stock holds near $81 after hours as traders eye Fed minutes and Uber’s next earnings

Uber stock holds near $81 after hours as traders eye Fed minutes and Uber’s next earnings

Uber shares closed at $81.50, up 0.3%, then slipped 0.1% after hours as U.S. markets fell. The stock is down 12% since early December, with investors watching upcoming U.S. data and Fed minutes before Uber’s next earnings, expected Feb. 4. Lyft and DoorDash also declined. Uber faces scrutiny over its Uber One program after an amended FTC complaint.
30 December 2025
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    April 29, 2026, 6:52 AM EDT. Fresh Del Monte Produce (FDP) shares closed at $41.93, trading below an analyst target of $52, suggesting a 19.4% undervaluation. The stock gained 7.5% over 90 days and 18.7% year-to-date. Analysts cite expected earnings growth, margin improvement, and a 6.98% discount rate supporting the $52 fair value. Robust demand for premium pineapples and supply shortages due to weather and crop disease have bolstered sales and margins. However, risks include potential climate disruptions, rising costs, and softening demand. Investors face a balance of upside potential against these uncertainties as market prices may already factor in future growth.

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South Africa Stock Market Today: JSE Slips as Rand Wobbles Before Fed Decision

South Africa Stock Market Today: JSE Slips as Rand Wobbles Before Fed Decision

29 April 2026
The JSE All Share fell 0.28% and the Top 40 dropped 0.36% by late morning Wednesday as investors reduced risk ahead of the U.S. Federal Reserve decision. The rand weakened to 16.5550 per dollar, pressured by high oil prices and global uncertainty. Richemont, Gold Fields, and AngloGold Ashanti declined, while banks gained modestly. Canal+ confirmed plans to list in Johannesburg on June 3.
Ireland Stock Market Today: ISEQ Climbs as Glanbia Surge Offsets Ryanair Warning

Ireland Stock Market Today: ISEQ Climbs as Glanbia Surge Offsets Ryanair Warning

29 April 2026
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