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Verizon Communications stock just jumped nearly 12% — buyback plans and 2026 targets set up the next test for VZ

Verizon Communications stock just jumped nearly 12% — buyback plans and 2026 targets set up the next test for VZ

Verizon shares surged 11.8% to $44.52 Friday after the company raised its 2026 outlook and announced a $25 billion buyback. The company reported its strongest wireless subscriber gain since 2019, adding 616,000 postpaid phone customers in Q4. Verizon completed its Frontier acquisition Jan. 20 and set a quarterly dividend of $0.7075 per share. U.S. markets reopen Monday.
AT&T stock price jumps nearly 4% as Verizon Communications buyback jolts telecom shares

AT&T stock price jumps nearly 4% as Verizon Communications buyback jolts telecom shares

AT&T shares rose 3.7% to $26.06 as telecom stocks rallied Friday. The company reported Q4 adjusted earnings of 52 cents per share on $33.5 billion revenue, beating forecasts. AT&T expects to close its $6 billion Lumen fiber deal and $23 billion EchoStar spectrum purchase early this year. The firm projects 2026 adjusted earnings of $2.25–$2.35 per share and over $18 billion in free cash flow.
Verizon stock slips as Frontier deal nears the finish line after California OK

Verizon stock slips as Frontier deal nears the finish line after California OK

Verizon shares fell 0.7% to $39.08 after California regulators approved its $20 billion acquisition of Frontier, with the deal set to close next week. The approval includes broadband expansion and affordability conditions. A 10-hour outage this week prompted Verizon to offer $20 credits to affected customers. Investors await Verizon’s Q4 earnings on Jan. 30 amid scrutiny over service reliability and integration plans.
Verizon Stock (VZ) Today: Dividend Clock, Frontier Deal Milestones, and Analyst Targets as Wall Street Heads Into a Holiday-Shortened Week

Verizon Stock (VZ) Today: Dividend Clock, Frontier Deal Milestones, and Analyst Targets as Wall Street Heads Into a Holiday-Shortened Week

Verizon shares closed at $40.48 on Friday, remaining in the low-$40s as investors assess a high dividend yield, leadership changes, and regulatory moves tied to its planned Frontier Communications acquisition. No major company press releases were issued over the weekend. Analysts are watching Verizon’s upcoming Jan. 30 earnings and recent institutional moves, including Cadinha & Co. cutting its stake last quarter.

Stock Market Today

  • Companies Persist in Prediction Market Investments Despite Legal Uncertainty
    May 22, 2026, 12:07 PM EDT. Prediction market companies continue to invest amid ongoing legal disputes between states and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) over regulatory authority. Platforms like Kalshi, Polymarket, Coinbase, and Robinhood face challenges in 17 states, with some states classifying these markets as gambling driven by sports event contracts, while the CFTC claims jurisdiction under derivatives laws. Congressional scrutiny is increasing, as House Oversight Chairman James Comer seeks information on insider trading measures. Despite unresolved legal questions, executives from firms such as Flutter Entertainment and DraftKings express long-term confidence, citing growth opportunities and continued investment strategies. Rising private valuations underscore sustained investor interest in the sector, highlighting a growing but unsettled market landscape.

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Navitas Stock Up Again as Market Looks at AI Power Trade

Navitas Stock Up Again as Market Looks at AI Power Trade

22 May 2026
Navitas Semiconductor shares jumped 16.33% to $28.36 on Friday, following an 18.32% surge Wednesday ahead of its PCIM 2026 showcase. The company reported Q1 revenue of $8.6 million, up 18% from the prior quarter but down from $14 million a year ago. Navitas plans to demonstrate new high-efficiency power boards for AI data centers. Analysts say breakeven may require quarterly sales above $30 million.
Qualcomm Shares Surge 13% After Stellantis Deal Announced

Qualcomm Shares Surge 13% After Stellantis Deal Announced

22 May 2026
Qualcomm shares jumped 12.7% to $240.44 after Stellantis expanded a multi-year deal to use Snapdragon chips in cockpit, connectivity, and driver-assistance systems. The agreement includes the Ride Pilot platform for Level 2+ hands-free driving. Analysts remain divided, with price targets ranging from $150 to $300 and a broad Hold consensus. Qualcomm reported record automotive chip revenue and 20% growth in automotive and IoT segments.
Dutch Regulator Moves on Gas Bills, Fine Print Surprises Consumers

Dutch Regulator Moves on Gas Bills, Fine Print Surprises Consumers

22 May 2026
Dutch regulator ACM has barred energy suppliers from raising prices mid-term on fixed gas contracts to cover future green-gas and EU carbon costs. Budget Thuis, Delta Energie, Innova Energie, Mega, and Vattenfall had clauses allowing such increases, with potential annual extras up to €326 for some households. The EU’s ETS2 carbon market and Dutch green-gas rules take effect from 2027 and 2028.
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