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Stock Market 6 February 2026

Wall Street Tech Sell-Off Gets a New Test as Amazon’s $200 Billion AI Spend Plan Bites

Wall Street Tech Sell-Off Gets a New Test as Amazon’s $200 Billion AI Spend Plan Bites

After a tough week for tech stocks, Wall Street’s key indexes bounced back on Friday, though Amazon took a hit as investors absorbed another surge in Big Tech’s AI spending. By 9:33 a.m. ET, the Dow had climbed 1.08%, the S&P 500 rose 0.88%, and the Nasdaq added 0.77%. Kristina Hooper, chief market strategist at Man Group, noted that investors are now entering “a period of greater discernment” when it comes to AI bets.
Eli Lilly stock rebounds after FDA flags copycat weight-loss drugs; what’s next for LLY

Eli Lilly stock rebounds after FDA flags copycat weight-loss drugs; what’s next for LLY

Eli Lilly and Company shares climbed about 3% on Friday, recovering part of Thursday’s steep 8% drop. The rebound came after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration indicated it would crack down on illegal copycat weight-loss drugs. The stock traded up 3% at $1,051.74. FDA Commissioner Marty Makary emphasized the agency cannot vouch for the “quality, safety or effectiveness” of these non-approved medicines.
Liberty Global stock price jolts as rarely traded LBTYB jumps; LBTYA ticks up into earnings

Liberty Global stock price jolts as rarely traded LBTYB jumps; LBTYA ticks up into earnings

Liberty Global Ltd’s Class B shares surged past double their previous level on Friday, hitting a peak of $51.24 before settling around $22.40, still up roughly 86%. Meanwhile, the company’s Class A shares, which trade more actively, edged up 1.4% to $11.42, and Class C shares increased 1.5%, also closing at $11.42.
Construction Partners stock rises after outlook hike, DA Davidson lifts target to $130

Construction Partners stock rises after outlook hike, DA Davidson lifts target to $130

Construction Partners, Inc. shares edged up 1.2% to $129.13 early Friday, a gain of $1.48 from Thursday’s close. DA Davidson bumped its price target for the road builder to $130 from $120, though left its rating at neutral. Analyst Brent Thielman flagged stronger guidance as a sign of “confidence,” and called out Washington activity, organic growth, and M&A as the next areas to track.
6 February 2026
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