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Direct Digital Holdings DRCT Stock News, Forecasts, and Key Catalysts on December 17, 2025

Direct Digital Holdings DRCT Stock News, Forecasts, and Key Catalysts on December 17, 2025

Direct Digital Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: DRCT) is heading into the final stretch of 2025 with one theme dominating the story: survival-grade capital structure decisions. Shares are trading deep in penny-stock territory—around $0.066 in the latest trading update available on December 17, 2025—while investors digest a busy slate of SEC filings and an upcoming shareholder vote that could reshape the stock’s float, price, and dilution outlook. Below is a comprehensive, publication-ready roundup of the latest news, the most-cited forecast snapshots, and the most relevant analyst and filing-driven analysis shaping DRCT as of 17.12.2025—with the most material items coming straight from the
17 December 2025
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Amazon Stock (AMZN) News Today: OpenAI $10 Billion Talks Lift Shares as Analysts Refocus on AWS, Trainium, and 2026 Outlook

Amazon Stock (AMZN) News Today: OpenAI $10 Billion Talks Lift Shares as Analysts Refocus on AWS, Trainium, and 2026 Outlook

Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) is back in the center of the AI-and-cloud investing narrative on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, after a Reuters report said the company is in talks to invest about $10 billion in ChatGPT-maker OpenAI—a potential deal that could value OpenAI at more than $500 billion. Reuters The headline hit a market already obsessed with who will supply the “picks and shovels” of generative AI: cloud capacity, power, and chips. In premarket trading, Amazon shares rose about 1.4% to roughly $225.68, according to a Refinitiv/Reuters market note. TradingView Below is what’s driving AMZN today, what the OpenAI angle
17 December 2025
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Agape ATP Corporation (ATPC) Stock News Today: After-Hours Spike on Dec. 17, 2025 as Investors Weigh Volatility Statement, Proxy Proposals, and Forecast Signals

Agape ATP Corporation (ATPC) Stock News Today: After-Hours Spike on Dec. 17, 2025 as Investors Weigh Volatility Statement, Proxy Proposals, and Forecast Signals

Agape ATP Corporation (NASDAQ: ATPC) is back on traders’ radars on December 17, 2025, after a sharp after-hours move to around $0.13 following a regular-session close near $0.09. Benzinga+2Public+2 That bounce is the latest twist in what can only be described as a violent December tape for ATPC: the stock suffered a single-day plunge of roughly 95% on Dec. 10, then staged a dramatic rebound the next session with extraordinary volume, before sliding again into mid-December. StockAnalysis So what’s behind today’s headline move—and what are investors focusing on next? The short answer: (1) the company’s recent statement addressing the volatility,
17 December 2025
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European Stock Markets Today: STOXX 600 Near Record as Banks, Oil and Miners Rally on UK Inflation Surprise (Dec. 17, 2025)

European Stock Markets Today: STOXX 600 Near Record as Banks, Oil and Miners Rally on UK Inflation Surprise (Dec. 17, 2025)

European stock markets pushed higher on Wednesday, December 17, as a broad rebound in financials and commodity-linked shares helped the region recover from the prior session’s dip—while a sharp downside surprise in UK inflation turbocharged rate-cut expectations and lifted London-listed equities. The pan-European STOXX 600 rose 0.4% to 581.81 by mid-morning in Europe, moving back within “striking distance” of its record high. Banks led, supported by energy and mining after a jump in oil and precious metals. Reuters+1 In the largest national moves, the UK’s FTSE 100 outperformed after inflation data strengthened the case for a Bank of England cut
17 December 2025
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UK Stock Market Today: FTSE 100 Jumps as UK Inflation Cools and Bank of England Rate-Cut Bets Surge (17 December 2025)

UK Stock Market Today: FTSE 100 Jumps as UK Inflation Cools and Bank of England Rate-Cut Bets Surge (17 December 2025)

London stocks closed firmly higher on Wednesday, 17 December 2025, after a sharper-than-expected drop in UK inflation turbocharged expectations of an imminent Bank of England (BoE) interest-rate cut and triggered a broad rally across rate-sensitive and internationally exposed sectors. Key takeaways from UK markets today Market snapshot: where UK indices finished on 17 December 2025 FTSE 100 (UK large caps)The FTSE 100 closed at 9,847.61, up 1.68% on the day. It traded between 9,744.40 and 9,850.70, after opening at 9,762.26. Investing.com FTSE 250 (UK mid caps)The FTSE 250 ended at 22,230.76, up 0.86%. It ranged from 22,041.74 to 22,269.24 after
17 December 2025
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Australia Stock Market Today: ASX 200 slips to 8,585 as banks and energy weigh, while gold and lithium miners rally (Dec 17, 2025)

Australia Stock Market Today: ASX 200 slips to 8,585 as banks and energy weigh, while gold and lithium miners rally (Dec 17, 2025)

Australia’s share market finished modestly lower on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, with the S&P/ASX 200 easing for a third straight session as weakness in banks, energy, healthcare and consumer staples outweighed a strong rebound across gold and lithium-linked resources stocks. TradingView+2ABC+2 The headline index closed down 13.7 points (‑0.16%) at 8,585.2, after a choppy day in which advancers narrowly beat decliners across the broader market—an intraday tug-of-war reflecting a late-year market stuck between “Santa rally” hopes and renewed concern about 2026 interest rates. TradingView+1 ASX close: What happened in the Australian share market on 17 December 2025 The ASX 200 ended the day lower by about 0.2%, with 10 of 11 sectors in the red
17 December 2025
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India Stock Market Today (Dec 17, 2025): Sensex slips 120, Nifty ends below 25,900 as FII selling and trade-deal uncertainty weigh; rupee rebounds on RBI support

India Stock Market Today (Dec 17, 2025): Sensex slips 120, Nifty ends below 25,900 as FII selling and trade-deal uncertainty weigh; rupee rebounds on RBI support

Mumbai, December 17, 2025: Indian equities ended marginally lower for the third consecutive session, with benchmark indices struggling to extend early gains as investors weighed persistent foreign outflows, a still-fragile rupee narrative, and a lack of fresh clarity on India–U.S. trade negotiations. Reuters+1 Market close: Sensex, Nifty edge lower; broader market remains under pressure By the closing bell on Wednesday: Reuters noted the benchmarks are down about 0.9% across three sessions, highlighting how the market has remained in “wait-and-watch” mode despite only mild single-day losses. Reuters Why the market fell today: 4 drivers investors tracked most closely 1) Foreign selling keeps sentiment cautious A key overhang remains the pace
17 December 2025
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Canada Stock Market Today: TSX Futures Edge Higher as Oil Jumps on Venezuela Blockade, Investors Eye Key Data and Rate Signals (Dec. 17, 2025)

Canada Stock Market Today: TSX Futures Edge Higher as Oil Jumps on Venezuela Blockade, Investors Eye Key Data and Rate Signals (Dec. 17, 2025)

As of 6:15 a.m. EST on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, Canada’s stock market setup is being pulled in two directions: year-end profit-taking after a blockbuster 2025 run and a fresh commodity-driven tailwind led by a sharp rebound in oil prices overnight. The early read is cautiously constructive. S&P/TSX 60 December futures were modestly higher in overnight trading, pointing to a steadier start for Bay Street after three straight down sessions on the TSX. Barchart.com But today’s tone may hinge less on “risk-on/risk-off” headlines and more on how traders digest three immediate catalysts: Below is what matters most for Canadian stocks today—what’s driving the pre-market narrative, what data could
17 December 2025
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Transocean (RIG) Stock News and Forecast for Dec. 17, 2025: Analyst Moves, Backlog Updates, and 2026 Guidance

Transocean (RIG) Stock News and Forecast for Dec. 17, 2025: Analyst Moves, Backlog Updates, and 2026 Guidance

Transocean Ltd. (NYSE: RIG) is back in the spotlight on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, after a sharp pullback that interrupted what had been a strong run for the offshore driller earlier this month. In early pricing, RIG was around $3.84. The setup is classic Transocean: a company with tangible signs of operational improvement (backlog additions, rising activity, clearer guidance) colliding with the two forces that never really leave the stock alone—oil-price sensitivity and balance-sheet scrutiny. Transocean stock today: what investors are reacting to on Dec. 17 RIG’s latest move comes immediately after a bruising session on Tuesday, Dec. 16, when
17 December 2025
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First Majestic Silver Stock (NYSE: AG) News Today: Silver Tops $65, Santa Elena Updates, Convertible Notes, and Analyst Forecasts (Dec. 17, 2025)

First Majestic Silver Stock (NYSE: AG) News Today: Silver Tops $65, Santa Elena Updates, Convertible Notes, and Analyst Forecasts (Dec. 17, 2025)

First Majestic Silver Corp. (NYSE: AG; TSX: AG) is back in the spotlight on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, as the precious-metals rally intensifies and fresh company developments continue to ripple through the market. In early trading action, U.S.-listed precious-metal miners—including First Majestic—rose about 3%, helped by a surge in bullion prices that pushed silver above $65 for the first time, according to Reuters. Reuters AG stock has already had a high-volatility, high-momentum run in December—exactly the kind of tape action you’d expect when the underlying commodity is making historic moves and investors are hunting for “leveraged-to-silver” exposure. Nasdaq+1 Below is
17 December 2025
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Asia Stock Markets Today: Nikkei, Hang Seng, Shanghai and Kospi Rise as Tech Rebounds; Australia, Malaysia Slip (Dec. 17, 2025)

Asia Stock Markets Today: Nikkei, Hang Seng, Shanghai and Kospi Rise as Tech Rebounds; Australia, Malaysia Slip (Dec. 17, 2025)

Asian stock markets ended mixed but broadly firmer on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025, with North Asia leading gains as chip and AI-linked stocks rebounded, while Australia and parts of Southeast Asia showed more caution amid banking-sector pressure and rate-path uncertainty. A tech-led bounce across Japan, South Korea, mainland China and Hong Kong followed mixed cues from the U.S. (Nasdaq higher, broader indices softer), while investors continued to weigh what a “noisy” U.S. jobs report means for the Federal Reserve’s next moves. TradingView+2TradingView+2 At the same time, markets faced a cluster of policy catalysts: traders were positioning for a Bank of Japan decision later this week, Thailand delivered another rate cut, and Indonesia
17 December 2025
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US Stock Market Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq Futures Tick Higher Ahead of Inflation Data and Fed Speakers

US Stock Market Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq Futures Tick Higher Ahead of Inflation Data and Fed Speakers

NEW YORK — 6:15 a.m. ET, Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025. U.S. stock futures are edging higher early Wednesday after a mixed Tuesday session, as investors recalibrate expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts and brace for a late-week burst of inflation data. The pre-market tone is being shaped by three forces: a “noisy” jobs report that revived easing bets, a rebound in oil after fresh Venezuela headlines, and a busy stretch for earnings and deal-driven single-stock moves. markets.businessinsider.com+2Reuters+2 US stock futures rise modestly ahead of the opening bell As of roughly 5:50 a.m. ET, futures pointed to a slightly stronger start for Wall Street:
17 December 2025
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Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

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7 February 2026
LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: February 7, 2026, 12:00 AM ESTUpdated: February 7, 2026, 12:30 AM EST Dollar Dips as Stocks Rally and US Data Influences Fed Rate Expectations February 7, 2026, 12:18 AM EST. The **dollar index** fell 0.17%, pressured by a rebound in equity markets reducing demand for the safe-haven currency. Weaker-than-expected U.S. labor market data raised the odds of a Fed rate cut to 18% for March, though consumer sentiment improved to a six-month high, limiting losses. Hawkish comments from Atlanta Fed's Raphael Bostic emphasized maintaining restrictive monetary policy. The dollar faces medium-term weakness amid expectations for rate cuts
Seagate (STX) stock jumps nearly 6% as Citi hikes target — what to watch next week

Seagate (STX) stock jumps nearly 6% as Citi hikes target — what to watch next week

7 February 2026
Seagate shares rose 5.9% to $429.32 Friday after Citigroup raised its price target to $480 and reiterated a buy rating. The gain ended a two-day slide but left the stock 6.6% below its Feb. 3 high. CEO Dave Mosley sold 20,000 shares on Feb. 2 under a pre-arranged plan, SEC filings show. U.S. jobs and inflation data next week are seen as key tests for tech stocks.
Cummins (CMI) stock price rebounds after earnings whipsaw as investors eye data-center power demand

Cummins (CMI) stock price rebounds after earnings whipsaw as investors eye data-center power demand

7 February 2026
Cummins shares jumped 6.8% to $577.73 Friday, recovering from a nearly 9% post-earnings drop the day before. The company reported Q4 revenue up 1% to $8.54 billion, took a $218 million charge tied to its hydrogen business, and guided for 2026 EBITDA of 17–18% of sales. Demand for data center generators offset weakness in North American truck markets. Analyst reaction was mixed; Truist raised its price target.
Corning stock hits first record close since 2000 as jobs, CPI data loom

Corning stock hits first record close since 2000 as jobs, CPI data loom

7 February 2026
Corning shares surged 8.3% to $122.16 Friday, their highest close since the dot-com era, after Meta agreed to buy up to $6 billion in fiber-optic cables. The stock is up 40% since late 2025, fueled by strong first-quarter guidance and AI data-center demand. Insiders sold shares following the rally, SEC filings show. Investors await next week’s U.S. jobs and inflation data for rate signals.
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