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Stock Market News 29 January 2026

Seagate (STX) stock price slips after record rally on AI-driven outlook — what to watch next

Seagate (STX) stock price slips after record rally on AI-driven outlook — what to watch next

Seagate shares fell 1.1% to $438.09 by late morning Thursday, after a 19% surge to a record high on strong earnings and AI-driven storage demand. The company projected March-quarter revenue of $2.90 billion and adjusted EPS of $3.40, beating analyst estimates. Nearline capacity is fully allocated through 2026, with pricing set to follow demand. The board declared a $0.74 dividend, payable April 8 to holders as of March 25.
29 January 2026
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Dow Jones today: DJIA edges up near 49,000 as AI spending scrutiny deepens

Dow Jones today: DJIA edges up near 49,000 as AI spending scrutiny deepens

The Dow rose 47.89 points, or 0.10%, to 49,063.49 in early trading Thursday, while the S&P 500 fell 0.35% and the Nasdaq dropped 0.93%. Microsoft shares slid after warning of record AI expenses; IBM jumped on strong AI-driven software demand. Initial jobless claims fell to 209,000. The U.S. trade deficit nearly doubled in November to $56.8 billion amid a surge in capital goods imports.
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UnitedHealth stock price today: UNH slips as Medicare Advantage rate shock still bites

UnitedHealth stock price today: UNH slips as Medicare Advantage rate shock still bites

UnitedHealth Group shares fell 1.2% to $290.50 Thursday after regulators proposed a 0.09% Medicare Advantage rate hike for 2027, far below expectations. The company warned of possible benefit cuts and a $1.6 billion charge tied to a cyberattack. UnitedHealth stock plunged 19% Tuesday after executives called the proposal “disappointing.” CMS will issue final rates by April 6.
29 January 2026
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Broadcom (AVGO) stock price drops nearly 2% as chip shares slide ahead of Apple earnings

Broadcom (AVGO) stock price drops nearly 2% as chip shares slide ahead of Apple earnings

Broadcom shares fell 1.9% to $326.92 in early New York trading Thursday, tracking declines across the semiconductor sector as investors weighed Big Tech’s AI spending against the Fed’s decision to keep rates elevated. Nvidia slipped 1.3%, Marvell dropped 4%, and chip ETFs lost about 1.6%. Apple’s earnings, due after the close, remain a key focus for Broadcom investors.
29 January 2026
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Microsoft stock dives as AI spending bites; Nvidia steady, Meta jumps in split AI trade

Microsoft stock dives as AI spending bites; Nvidia steady, Meta jumps in split AI trade

Microsoft fell 10.7% to $429.87 after reporting record AI spending and slower cloud growth, triggering a broader dip among AI stocks. Meta rose 7.9% on a higher 2026 capex forecast, betting ad revenue will fund its AI push. Reports surfaced that Big Tech could invest up to $60 billion more in OpenAI, intensifying scrutiny of AI costs.
29 January 2026
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Microsoft stock slides 10% after earnings beat as Azure outlook, AI bill unsettle Wall Street

Microsoft stock slides 10% after earnings beat as Azure outlook, AI bill unsettle Wall Street

Microsoft shares fell about 10% Thursday after the company reported record AI-driven capital spending and forecast strong Azure growth. Quarterly revenue rose 17% to $81.3 billion, with cloud revenue up 39%. Investors focused on soaring costs, which climbed nearly 66% year-over-year. Apple is set to report earnings later Thursday.
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Sandisk stock price rises ahead of earnings as AI storage trade stays in focus (SNDK)

Sandisk stock price rises ahead of earnings as AI storage trade stays in focus (SNDK)

Sandisk shares rose 1% to $532.99 Thursday morning ahead of its fiscal Q2 results due after market close. Seagate and Western Digital also gained, while Micron slipped. Analysts expect Sandisk to report $2.7 billion in revenue and $3.62 adjusted EPS. Investors are focused on the company’s outlook for NAND pricing and data-center demand.
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Nvidia stock rises as CEO flags China H200 licence progress; NVDA earnings date set

Nvidia stock rises as CEO flags China H200 licence progress; NVDA earnings date set

Nvidia shares rose 1.6% to $191.52 after CEO Jensen Huang said China is still finalizing a license for its H200 chip. Reuters reported China approved ByteDance, Alibaba, and Tencent to buy over 400,000 H200 chips, but no orders have been placed. Chip stocks opened higher, with Intel up 11% and Micron up 6%. Nvidia is also reportedly in talks to invest up to $30 billion in OpenAI.
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Micron stock jumps again as DRAM squeeze talk returns — and Feb. 11 is the next test

Micron stock jumps again as DRAM squeeze talk returns — and Feb. 11 is the next test

Micron shares jumped 6% to $435.28 in early U.S. trading Thursday after Samsung and SK Hynix warned of tightening DRAM supply. Both companies said chipmakers are shifting production toward AI-focused memory, leaving PC and smartphone makers struggling to secure DRAM. Micron executives are set to speak at a Wolfe Research conference on Feb. 11. The Federal Reserve held rates steady Wednesday, offering no guidance on future cuts.
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IRS tax refund delays? Watchdog flags staffing crunch as 2026 filing season ramps up

IRS tax refund delays? Watchdog flags staffing crunch as 2026 filing season ramps up

7 February 2026
IRS staffing has dropped to 2021 levels as the 2026 tax filing season begins, according to a Treasury watchdog. The agency faces a backlog of about 2 million returns, 129% above pre-pandemic levels. Most e-filers using direct deposit still get refunds within 21 days, but paper filings and amended returns could see delays. The IRS lowered its call-answer target to 70% for this season.
Plug Power stock jumps 12% after vote setback, with Feb 17 share decision in focus

Plug Power stock jumps 12% after vote setback, with Feb 17 share decision in focus

7 February 2026
Plug Power shares rose 11.6% Friday to $2.08 after a sharp drop the previous day, as attention shifted to a Feb. 17 shareholder vote on expanding authorized shares. The company failed to secure enough votes earlier this week and is urging overseas holders to participate. CEO Andy Marsh cited difficulties for European investors in casting ballots. A reverse stock split remains possible if the proposal fails.
AT&T stock price: T slips after $6.5B bond sale as payrolls, CPI loom next week

AT&T stock price: T slips after $6.5B bond sale as payrolls, CPI loom next week

7 February 2026
AT&T shares closed down 0.7% at $27.13 on Friday, underperforming the S&P 500’s 1.97% gain. The company completed a $6.5 billion global notes sale this week, with maturities from 2031 to 2056 and coupons between 4.4% and 6%. Investors await delayed U.S. jobs and inflation data, along with T-Mobile’s upcoming earnings update.
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