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Stock Market News 16 January 2026

Broadcom stock price rises as chip rally returns — China curbs and RBC call in focus

Broadcom stock price rises as chip rally returns — China curbs and RBC call in focus

Broadcom shares rose 1.8% to $349.27 Friday morning, rebounding after a midweek drop linked to reports China told firms to stop using VMware software. RBC began coverage with a Sector Perform rating and $370 target, citing uncertainty in AI demand. Broadcom recently issued $4.5 billion in senior notes for general purposes and debt repayment. Chip stocks broadly gained after TSMC’s strong results and 2026 spending plans.
TSMC stock climbs again as chip rally returns — what Wall Street is watching next

TSMC stock climbs again as chip rally returns — what Wall Street is watching next

TSMC’s U.S.-listed shares rose about 2% to $348.48 Friday morning after the chipmaker posted record fourth-quarter profit and projected 2026 revenue growth of nearly 30%. The gains lifted the broader semiconductor sector, with Nvidia and Broadcom also advancing. TSMC signaled increased U.S. manufacturing, citing recent land purchases in Arizona. U.S. indexes opened higher ahead of more earnings reports.
16 January 2026
Dow Jones Today: Dow slips as options expiry hits and investors weigh bank earnings

Dow Jones Today: Dow slips as options expiry hits and investors weigh bank earnings

The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 70 points, or 0.14%, to 49,372.07 in early Friday trading as losses in healthcare and consumer stocks offset gains in tech. The S&P 500 edged up 0.07%, while the Nasdaq rose 0.26%. PNC Financial jumped 3.9% after reporting a 25% profit increase. Options expiration and muted volatility kept traders cautious near record highs.
Grab stock price bounces as Indonesia ride-hailing decree risk hangs over GRAB shares

Grab stock price bounces as Indonesia ride-hailing decree risk hangs over GRAB shares

Grab Holdings shares rose 2.7% to $4.51 in early Nasdaq trading Friday, rebounding after a 5.18% drop Thursday. The stock fell on news that Indonesia may cut ride-hailing commission caps and require platforms to cover more driver insurance. Investors await official word from Jakarta and Grab’s Feb. 11 earnings for further guidance. The proposed decree’s timing and details remain unclear.
16 January 2026
Regions Financial stock slips premarket after Q4 earnings; 2026 interest-income outlook in focus

Regions Financial stock slips premarket after Q4 earnings; 2026 interest-income outlook in focus

Regions Financial shares fell 1.2% in premarket trading after fourth-quarter earnings missed estimates, with adjusted EPS at $0.57 versus the $0.61 consensus. The bank reported net income of $514 million and net interest income of $1.281 billion. Regions flagged uncertainty in its 2026 outlook, warning first-quarter net interest income may dip 1%–2% from Q4. Executives will discuss results at 10 a.m. ET.
PainReform PRFX stock jumps in premarket after company rebrands as PRF Technologies

PainReform PRFX stock jumps in premarket after company rebrands as PRF Technologies

PainReform shares rose about 13% in premarket trading after the company announced it has rebranded as PRF Technologies Ltd, keeping its Nasdaq ticker PRFX. The firm said it will expand beyond pain therapy into drug delivery and solar analytics. The announcement was filed with the SEC on Thursday. PRF Technologies continues to advance its PRF-110 pain treatment and LayerBio’s OcuRing-K ocular therapy.
Intel stock slips as analyst tone shifts ahead of earnings

Intel stock slips as analyst tone shifts ahead of earnings

Intel shares fell 0.8% to $48.32 Friday morning after a 31% surge this year, as investors weighed the sustainability of its turnaround ahead of Jan. 22 earnings. Citi and RBC both raised price targets to $50, citing supply constraints and management progress but warning of margin risks. The pullback follows a sector rally sparked by TSMC’s growth outlook. U.S. markets close Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Meta stock price climbs as Louisiana data-center probe and Wikipedia AI deal sharpen cost focus

Meta stock price climbs as Louisiana data-center probe and Wikipedia AI deal sharpen cost focus

Meta shares rose 0.7% to $625.36 Friday as investors tracked AI expansion costs and awaited fourth-quarter results due Jan. 28. Earthjustice urged Louisiana regulators to review Meta’s $27 billion data center project, warning of risks to utility customers. Meta will shut down Horizon Workrooms and halt some Quest hardware sales in February. Wikimedia signed content-training deals with Meta, Microsoft, and Amazon.
Micron stock jumps as insider buy and $100 billion New York buildout grab attention

Micron stock jumps as insider buy and $100 billion New York buildout grab attention

Micron shares surged 6% to $356.81 Friday after a director bought $7.8 million in stock and the company set a groundbreaking date for its $100 billion New York megafab. The rally followed a sector-wide jump in memory chip stocks amid ongoing supply shortages and heavy retail investor interest. Micron’s shares are up 18% this year after soaring 240% in 2025.
Apple stock price steadies near $258 as India antitrust warning hangs over AAPL

Apple stock price steadies near $258 as India antitrust warning hangs over AAPL

Apple shares rose 0.1% to $258.43 Friday after India’s antitrust regulator warned it will proceed with a case if Apple fails to respond by next week. The Competition Commission of India criticized Apple’s delays and flagged possible penalties based on global revenue. Investors await a Jan. 27 court hearing in India and Apple’s earnings report on Jan. 29.
Nvidia stock price rises today as China H200 rules and an insider sale hit the tape

Nvidia stock price rises today as China H200 rules and an insider sale hit the tape

Nvidia shares rose about 2% to $187.05 in early Friday trading after U.S. regulators approved conditional H200 chip exports to China. Beijing’s stance remains unclear, with customs reportedly banning the chips while officials urge firms to limit purchases. Chinese firms have already ordered over 2 million H200 chips, far exceeding Nvidia’s reported stock. Chip stocks gained ahead of the U.S. market holiday.
AMD stock price rises early as TSMC outlook lifts chipmakers, with tariffs hanging over AI chips

AMD stock price rises early as TSMC outlook lifts chipmakers, with tariffs hanging over AI chips

AMD shares rose 2% to $227.92 Friday morning after TSMC posted record profit and forecasted a 30% revenue jump for 2026, buoyed by strong AI chip demand. U.S. semiconductor stocks rallied on the news, easing tech valuation concerns. The White House clarified new tariffs on AI chips won’t hit imports for U.S. data centers. Traders remain alert to possible tariff expansions and their impact on supply chains.
Tesla stock slips as U.S. safety probe on Full Self-Driving gets a new deadline

Tesla stock slips as U.S. safety probe on Full Self-Driving gets a new deadline

Tesla shares fell 0.2% to $438.57 early Friday after U.S. regulators extended the company’s deadline to respond to a federal probe into its Full Self-Driving system. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave Tesla until Feb. 23 to address questions about alleged traffic-law violations. Investors await Tesla’s Jan. 28 earnings for updates on margins and software revenue.

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RBC stock heads into new week near C$233 after Canada jobs surprise

RBC stock heads into new week near C$233 after Canada jobs surprise

7 February 2026
Royal Bank of Canada shares closed Friday up 0.7% at C$232.72, trailing gains by other major Canadian banks. Canada’s main stock index surged 1.5% as metals rebounded. January jobs data showed a loss of 24,800 positions but a lower 6.5% unemployment rate. RBC’s Q1 earnings are due Feb. 26.
IHC stock price holds near 400 dirhams after Abu Dhabi group flags phishing emails

IHC stock price holds near 400 dirhams after Abu Dhabi group flags phishing emails

7 February 2026
International Holding Company PJSC warned investors of phishing scams using its name and logo, according to an ADX disclosure. IHC shares closed flat at 399.60 dirhams on Friday, trading in a narrow range with 237,109 shares changing hands. UAE equities ended the week slightly higher as traders watched Iran-U.S. talks and oil prices.
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