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NASDAQ:MSFT 30 September 2025 - 13 October 2025

Retailers Quit Selling Xbox?! Target & Walmart Rumored to Ditch Xbox Stock

Retailers Quit Selling Xbox?! Target & Walmart Rumored to Ditch Xbox Stock

Target and Walmart employees report Xbox consoles and games are being removed from store shelves, leaving only PlayStation and Nintendo products. Costco confirmed it no longer carries Xbox consoles, citing a business decision. Microsoft says it still supports physical games, but retailers report plunging Xbox sales. Both Target and Walmart declined to comment on the changes.
13 October 2025
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BlackRock’s GIP Poised for $38B AES Power Grab – AI-Fuelled Demand Sparks Takeover Frenzy

BlackRock’s Bold AI & Crypto Gambits Pay Off Big: Bitcoin ETF Nears $100B, $40B Data-Center Deal Shakes Markets

BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) has surged to nearly $95 billion in assets, becoming the firm’s fastest-growing fund as Bitcoin hit record highs near $125,000 in October 2025. BlackRock’s stock trades near $1,130, up 13% this year, with Citigroup raising its price target to $1,350. The firm is also negotiating a $40 billion bid for Aligned Data Centers and launched a new AI ETF up 33% year-to-date.
12 October 2025
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Investors Flee S&P 500 ETF for Total Market: Vanguard’s VTI Soars as VOO Sees Outflows

Investors Flee S&P 500 ETF for Total Market: Vanguard’s VTI Soars as VOO Sees Outflows

Vanguard’s S&P 500 ETF (VOO) saw $1.02 billion in net outflows last week, while its Total Stock Market ETF (VTI) gained $1.03 billion in inflows. Both funds rose less than 1% for the week and are up about 15% year-to-date. VTI has surpassed $2 trillion in assets, the first ETF to do so. Investors are shifting toward broader, lower-cost funds as major U.S. indexes reach record highs.
10 October 2025
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Massive Moves: Record Deals, FDA Wins & Crypto Mania Propel Top Stock Gainers (Sep 29, 2025)

Record Rally Stalls as Fed Cut Bets Soar and Earnings Loom

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 hit record highs this week before retreating Thursday; U.S. stock futures edged up 0.1% early Friday. Fed funds futures now price in a 95% chance of a rate cut in October. Some economic data releases are delayed by the ongoing federal shutdown. Major banks and tech firms begin reporting Q3 earnings next week.
10 October 2025
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Quantum in Orbit, 100K-Qubit Ambitions & More – Quantum Computing Roundup (July 30–31, 2025)

Quantum Computing Stocks Set to Soar: 2025’s Next Tech Investment Boom

Shares of IonQ, Rigetti, and D-Wave soared in 2025, with IonQ up several hundred percent, Rigetti over 160%, and D-Wave nearly 280% year-to-date. Major tech firms expanded quantum R&D, while IonQ, D-Wave, and Rigetti announced breakthroughs and new contracts. Global quantum funding rose to $680 million, but analysts warn profitability remains years away.
5 October 2025
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AI Browser Wars: Perplexity Comet vs Google Chrome in the Race for the Web’s Future

AI Browser Wars: Perplexity Comet vs Google Chrome in the Race for the Web’s Future

Perplexity’s Comet browser launched in July 2025, drawing millions to its waitlist before opening to all in October. Comet’s AI assistant can autonomously browse, answer questions, and perform online tasks via natural language. Google Chrome, still holding about 70% market share, is adding generative AI features and Gemini integration but limits autonomy. Rivals including Edge, Brave, and Opera have also rolled out AI assistants in their browsers.
5 October 2025
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AI Browser Showdown: Perplexity Comet vs. Microsoft Edge in 2025

AI Browser Showdown: Perplexity Comet vs. Microsoft Edge in 2025

Perplexity’s Comet and Microsoft Edge now embed AI assistants directly in the browser, enabling page summaries, task automation, and email drafting. Comet acts as an autonomous agent that can complete multi-step tasks, while Edge’s Copilot offers guided help from a sidebar. Both run on Chromium and support Chrome extensions. Edge requires users to opt in for AI features, while Comet can associate browsing data with user accounts by default.
5 October 2025
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AI Ignites a Nuclear Renaissance: How Tech Titans, Policy Shifts and New Reactors Are Powering the Next Energy Revolution

AI Ignites a Nuclear Renaissance: How Tech Titans, Policy Shifts and New Reactors Are Powering the Next Energy Revolution

Nuclear power’s share of global electricity fell from 18% in the 1990s to about 9% today after major accidents and public backlash. Tech companies including Microsoft, Amazon, and Meta are now signing deals for nuclear energy to power AI data centers. The U.S. aims to triple or quadruple nuclear capacity by 2050 and is fast-tracking projects. Analysts warn of a speculative bubble and supply-chain risks.
4 October 2025
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AI Models Are Scheming – Inside OpenAI’s Plan to Stop Deceptive AI Behavior

How to Invest in OpenAI in 2025: All the Ways to Own a Stake in ChatGPT’s Creator

A secondary share sale in October 2025 valued OpenAI at $500 billion, making it the world’s most valuable startup. OpenAI remains private, with no public stock available. Microsoft, SoftBank, and NVIDIA hold major stakes, offering indirect exposure through their shares. The ARK Venture Fund also gives retail investors partial access to OpenAI’s growth.
3 October 2025
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Nebius (NBIS) Stock Rockets on $17B Microsoft AI Deal – Explosive Growth & Outlook Revealed

Biotech Boom: NBIS Surges After Microsoft‑NeoCloud AI Deal – Is a New Bull Market Ahead?

The Nasdaq Biotechnology Index closed at 5,007.41 on Oct. 2, up 2.61%, its highest in over a year. The index traded between 4,911.94 and 5,039.83 and has ranged from 3,568.35 to 5,039.83 over the past 52 weeks. Biotech stocks have been volatile amid U.S. drug-pricing reform uncertainty, but recent AI deals and low valuations have drawn buyers.
2 October 2025
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Microsoft (MSFT) Stock Update & Insight Report – 2 Oct 2025

Microsoft’s Big AI Gamble: Nadella Hands Over Commercial Reins to Focus on Datacenters and AI — What It Means for Customers, Partners and Competitors

Judson Althoff has been promoted to CEO of Microsoft’s commercial business, now overseeing sales, marketing, and operations, which generate about 75% of company revenue. Satya Nadella will shift focus to AI infrastructure and research, stepping back from daily commercial management. Microsoft also launched a unified marketplace for cloud and AI apps this week.
2 October 2025
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PS5 Pro vs Xbox Series X: The Ultimate Next‑Gen Console Showdown – Specs, Games & Surprises Revealed

PS5 Pro vs Xbox Series X: The Ultimate Next‑Gen Console Showdown – Specs, Games & Surprises Revealed

Sony’s PlayStation 5 Pro launches at $699 with a GPU 45% faster than the base PS5, 2TB storage, and new AI-upscaling for sharper 4K. Microsoft’s $499 Xbox Series X remains its flagship, with no Pro upgrade planned and a focus on Game Pass and a possible design refresh. PS5 Pro targets 4K at up to 120 FPS, while Xbox Series X already delivers 4K 60 FPS in many titles.
2 October 2025
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Microsoft (MSFT) Stock Update & Insight Report – 2 Oct 2025

Microsoft (MSFT) Stock Update & Insight Report – 2 Oct 2025

Microsoft traded near US$519 per share on Oct. 2, 2025, with a market cap above US$3.86 trillion. The company announced a major commercial business restructure, appointing Judson Althoff as chief executive of the unit. Microsoft also launched Microsoft 365 Premium, a $19.99 monthly subscription bundling the Copilot AI assistant. The stock’s 52-week range was $344.79–$555.45.
2 October 2025
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Tech Frenzy Oct 1–2, 2025: AI Hits $500B, Apple’s Vision Pivot, Space Milestones & More

Tech Frenzy Oct 1–2, 2025: AI Hits $500B, Apple’s Vision Pivot, Space Milestones & More

OpenAI’s valuation hit $500 billion after a major share sale, Reuters reports. Microsoft raised Xbox Game Pass to $29.99 per month and is shifting focus to AI. Qualcomm adopted ARM’s new v9 chip architecture, sending ARM shares up 5%. NASA’s NISAR satellite released its first radar images, while Blue Origin set mid-October for a Mars probe launch.
2 October 2025
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Xbox Game Pass Just Changed Everything: 50% Price Hike, New Plans, and 75+ Day-One Games

Xbox Game Pass Just Changed Everything: 50% Price Hike, New Plans, and 75+ Day-One Games

Microsoft raised Xbox Game Pass Ultimate to $29.99/month, a 50% increase, and rebranded Core and Standard as Essential ($9.99) and Premium ($14.99). All tiers now include expanded game libraries and cloud access. Ultimate adds Fortnite Crew, Ubisoft+ Classics, and up to $100 in store credit yearly. Over 45 new games, including Hogwarts Legacy, launched on Game Pass today.
1 October 2025
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Microsoft’s Multi‑Agent AI Gambit: How MAI Stacks Up vs OpenAI and DeepMind

Microsoft Stock in 2025: Is $625 Next? The AI, Windows & Security Catalysts You Can’t Ignore

Microsoft began rolling out Windows 11 version 25H2 and launched a Security Store on Oct. 1. The company trades near $518 with a TTM P/E of 37.7 and reported FY25 revenue of $281.7 billion, up 15%. Management guided for ~$30 billion in quarterly capex to meet AI demand. The board raised the quarterly dividend 10% to $0.91, payable Dec. 11.
1 October 2025
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Finally, Minecraft’s Copper Age Update Arrives – Golems, New Gear & More

Finally, Minecraft’s Copper Age Update Arrives – Golems, New Gear & More

Minecraft released The Copper Age update on September 30, 2025, adding copper tools, armor, and decorative blocks as a free update for all Bedrock and Java players. Players can now craft copper gear, build copper golems that sort items, and use new storage and display systems. Copper items oxidize over time but can be waxed to prevent aging. The update follows Chase the Skies and precedes Mounts of Mayhem.
1 October 2025
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AI Stocks Soar as $100B Nvidia-OpenAI Deal Sparks Frenzy – But Investors Eye Bubble

AI Stocks Soar as $100B Nvidia-OpenAI Deal Sparks Frenzy – But Investors Eye Bubble

Nvidia said it will invest up to $100 billion in OpenAI, pushing its shares to record highs before a slight pullback. AI chipmakers and memory suppliers surged, with AMD up 2.7% and Micron, Western Digital, and Seagate gaining 5–9%. Alibaba stock jumped 10% on its AI push. U.S. and EU regulators advanced new AI disclosure laws.
30 September 2025
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Wall Street Surges: Tech Stocks Rally and Big Deals Outshine Shutdown Fears

Wall Street Surges: Tech Stocks Rally and Big Deals Outshine Shutdown Fears

The Nasdaq rose 0.5%, S&P 500 0.3%, and Dow 0.15% on Monday as investors shrugged off U.S. shutdown fears and gold hit a record $3,860/oz. Tech stocks led gains, with Nvidia up 2% and EA surging 15% on a $55 billion buyout. The SEC advanced a proposal to end quarterly earnings reports. Goldman Sachs raised its S&P 500 year-end target to 6,800.
30 September 2025
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Stock Market Today

  • Sanwa Holdings Completes Share Buyback, Reinforces Capital Efficiency Narrative
    March 24, 2026, 5:04 PM EDT. Sanwa Holdings (TSE:5929) finalized its share repurchase program on March 16, 2026, buying back 2.52 million shares, or 1.19% of outstanding stock, for approximately ¥10 billion. This move reduces free-float shares and signals management's commitment to capital allocation discipline. The buyback complements the company's dividend policy and supports a narrative focused on capital efficiency amid over 20% share price decline in the past year despite stable revenue and earnings. However, the buyback's scale is insufficient to alter the investment case alone. Market catalysts depend on sustained profit growth and maintaining return on equity, while slower forecast growth and sector sentiment pose downside risks. Investor valuations vary significantly, with fair value estimates ranging between ¥4,128 and ¥8,821, reflecting diverse views on growth and capital returns.
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