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Stock Market News 12 January 2026

Applied Materials stock rises on Susquehanna upgrade as chip gear spending call widens

Applied Materials stock rises on Susquehanna upgrade as chip gear spending call widens

New York, Jan 12, 2026, 10:56 EST — Trading in the regular session. Applied Materials shares climbed Monday following a more optimistic call from Susquehanna. The firm upgraded the chip-equipment maker to positive from neutral, citing an anticipated surge in factory spending across the industry. https://www.tipranks.com/news/the-fly/applied-materials-upgraded-to-positive-from-neutral-at-susquehanna-thefly-2 The call came as U.S. stocks wavered amid renewed concerns over the Federal Reserve and policy uncertainty, a combination that has rattled growth stocks throughout the year. https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/wall-st-futures-slip-worries-over-fed-independence-financial-stocks-slide-2026-01-12/ In this sort of market, investors look for clear signals — and with chip tools, that usually means watching if customers continue ordering equipment for new
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Eli Lilly stock edges up as $1 billion Nvidia AI lab plan hits JPM spotlight

Eli Lilly stock edges up as $1 billion Nvidia AI lab plan hits JPM spotlight

New York, Jan 12, 2026, 10:58 EST — Regular session Eli Lilly’s stock climbed in early trading Monday following the announcement that the drugmaker and Nvidia plan to invest roughly $1 billion over five years in a joint research lab focused on accelerating drug discovery. The news comes as executives and investors gather at the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference in San Francisco, where buzz around drug pipelines can quickly shift valuations in a sector still relying on a handful of blockbuster drugs. AI is increasingly woven into the narrative, particularly for firms eager to prove they can go beyond their
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Jaguar Health stock swings as Future Pak licensing deal dangles $38 million — here’s what traders see

Jaguar Health stock swings as Future Pak licensing deal dangles $38 million — here’s what traders see

New York, January 12, 2026, 10:25 EST — Regular session Jaguar Health, Inc (NASDAQ: JAGX) shares dropped roughly 9% Monday after announcing a U.S. licensing deal with an affiliate of private company Future Pak, potentially generating up to $38 million for its crofelemer products. The stock last traded near $0.96, after earlier surging as much as 38%, fluctuating between $0.94 and $1.45 on about 24 million shares. Under the deal, Future Pak will hold exclusive U.S. marketing rights for Mytesi and Canalevia-CA1. Jaguar will receive an $18 million upfront fee — $16 million at closing plus $2 million contingent on
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Intel stock slips as Trump bump cools and analysts stay cautious ahead of earnings

Intel stock slips as Trump bump cools and analysts stay cautious ahead of earnings

NEW YORK, Jan 12, 2026, 10:38 AM EST — Regular session Intel shares dropped 1.1% to $45.06 in early Monday trading, retreating slightly after a strong rally that thrust the chipmaker back into the spotlight on momentum screens. This pullback is significant because Intel’s recent rally has been driven more by sentiment—Washington politics, product news, and hopes of regaining ground in PCs and manufacturing—than by solid data. As earnings approach, traders are zeroing in on tougher questions: Is PC demand staying steady? Are data-center sales leveling off? And can Intel’s foundry effort — its contract chipmaking division — shift from
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Moderna stock slides as $1.9 billion sales view fails to calm investors (MRNA)

Moderna stock slides as $1.9 billion sales view fails to calm investors (MRNA)

NEW YORK, Jan 12, 2026, 10:25 (ET) — Regular session Moderna (MRNA.O) shares dropped roughly 4% on Monday following the release of updated revenue and expense forecasts ahead of a healthcare investor event. The stock fell $1.38 to $32.92, after starting the day at $34.40 and fluctuating between $35.77 and $32.81. This update is crucial as Moderna works to transition from its COVID windfall to a more reliable lineup of seasonal vaccines. Investors are focused on whether the company’s cost-cutting efforts will provide enough runway for upcoming approvals and late-stage trial results. Vaccination demand jitters have sent the stock spinning,
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Silver price stock SLV jumps nearly 7% as Fed probe headlines push silver to fresh records

Silver price stock SLV jumps nearly 7% as Fed probe headlines push silver to fresh records

New York, January 12, 2026, 10:27 AM EST — Regular session Shares of iShares Silver Trust (SLV), widely used to track silver prices, jumped roughly 6.9% to $77.40 in early trading Monday. Volume surged sharply as the rally in silver pushed gains across ETFs and mining stocks. This rally isn’t just another metals bounce. Traders interpret the latest Washington headlines as a blow to confidence in the Fed, which usually drives money into assets considered safe havens when policy and inflation expectations shake up. The latest twist came after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell revealed the Fed had been hit
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Vistra stock rises as VST launches secured notes sale to help fund Cogentrix dealIRVING,

Vistra stock rises as VST launches secured notes sale to help fund Cogentrix dealIRVING,

Texas, Jan 12, 2026, 09:05 CST Vistra Corp said Monday it kicked off a private sale of senior secured notes maturing in 2031 and 2036. The move aims to raise capital to back a significant acquisition. Shares of the U.S. power producer gained about 2.6%, reaching $170.71. https://www.stocktitan.net/news/VST/vistra-announces-private-offering-of-senior-secured-b9u2r3xwv1i3.html The bond sale is crucial as Vistra prepares to fund its acquisition of gas-fired generator Cogentrix Energy while maintaining balance sheet flexibility. The company plans to use the proceeds partly to cover the Cogentrix deal, pay down existing debt, and cover fees related to the offering. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/vistra-announces-private-offering-of-senior-secured-notes-302658525.html Vistra last week struck a
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Lam Research stock holds near highs after Susquehanna lifts LRCX target to $250

Lam Research stock holds near highs after Susquehanna lifts LRCX target to $250

New York, Jan 12, 2026, 10:25 (EST) — Regular session underway Lam Research shares inched up 0.3% to $219.05 on Monday after Susquehanna lifted its price target for the chip-equipment giant to $250, maintaining a Positive rating. Analyst Mehdi Hosseini cited channel checks indicating the industry is gearing up for roughly $120 billion in wafer-fab equipment spending, with projections exceeding $150 billion over the longer term. (TipRanks) Timing is crucial. Investors are returning to semiconductor capital equipment—the expensive machinery chipmakers snap up to grow their fabs—betting that AI data centers are accelerating demand. Wall Street’s major indexes kicked off lower
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Google Gemini adds Walmart checkout: Alphabet’s new AI shopping push puts GOOGL stock in focus

Google Gemini adds Walmart checkout: Alphabet’s new AI shopping push puts GOOGL stock in focus

NEW YORK, Jan 12, 2026, 10:02 EST Walmart shares gained roughly 2% Monday as Alphabet slipped, following news the retailer’s shopping experience will be integrated into Google’s Gemini assistant. Shoppers can now build carts and complete checkout without leaving the chat interface. “We aren’t just watching the shift, we are driving it,” said John Furner, Walmart U.S. chief and incoming CEO. (https://corporate.walmart.com/news/2026/01/11/walmart-and-google-turn-ai-discovery-into-effortless-shopping-experiences) Google’s latest move is crucial as it aims to lock in high-intent shopping—and the ads tied to it—within its AI platforms, responding to consumers shifting from keyword searches to conversational tools. The company introduced the Universal Commerce Protocol,
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Bitcoin price holds near $91,000 after Strategy’s $1.25 billion buy; crypto stocks mixed

Bitcoin price holds near $91,000 after Strategy’s $1.25 billion buy; crypto stocks mixed

New York, Jan 12, 2026, 10:30 EST — Regular session Bitcoin held close to $91,000 on Monday, while U.S.-listed crypto stocks showed mixed moves following Strategy’s announcement of a new $1.25 billion bitcoin acquisition. This muted shift is significant as investors juggle two factors: institutional demand for bitcoin from large buyers and ETFs, alongside a swift shock to U.S. markets linked to doubts about Federal Reserve independence. Tuesday’s U.S. inflation report now stands as the key pivot for rates, the dollar, and risk appetite. Bitcoin climbed 0.35% to $91,164, bouncing between $90,097 and $92,369 earlier. Coinbase shares gained 0.6%, Strategy
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Dow Jones ETF drops as Trump’s credit-card cap plan and Fed subpoena fight hit banks

Dow Jones ETF drops as Trump’s credit-card cap plan and Fed subpoena fight hit banks

NEW YORK, Jan 12, 2026, 10:26 EST — Regular session The SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA) dropped roughly 0.5% Monday morning, mirroring a pullback in blue-chip shares. The market weighed fresh political pressure on the Federal Reserve alongside the White House’s move to limit credit-card interest rates. (Reuters) That’s significant for the Dow since it’s price-weighted, so stocks with higher prices have a bigger impact on the index’s movement. MarketWatch calculated that early declines in American Express and Visa alone shaved roughly 155 points off the Dow’s drop. (MarketWatch) Fed Chair Jerome Powell said in a video
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Duolingo stock sinks on CFO exit, new finance chief pay package and early Q4 user update

Duolingo stock sinks on CFO exit, new finance chief pay package and early Q4 user update

NEW YORK, Jan 12, 2026, 10:19 AM EST — Regular session Duolingo shares dropped roughly 7% Monday following the announcement that CFO Matt Skaruppa is stepping down. The language app company also released a preliminary update on its Q4 operating metrics. (Reuters) This move is significant as Duolingo has relied on consistent execution and strict cost management to back its premium subscription model. A change in CFO can rattle investors, even if the core product narrative remains strong. The timing is notable as the company shifts focus back to user growth and teaching quality, offering only a limited early glimpse
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Stock Market Today

Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

Stock Market Today 07.02.2026

7 February 2026
LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: February 7, 2026, 12:00 AM ESTUpdated: February 7, 2026, 12:58 AM EST Crude Oil Prices Rise on Dollar Weakness, Geopolitical Tensions February 7, 2026, 12:52 AM EST. Crude oil prices edged higher on Friday, supported by a weaker U.S. dollar and escalating geopolitical risks in the Middle East. March WTI crude gained 0.41%, rebounding from early losses, while gasoline prices rose 1.38%. Doubts over a U.S.-Iran nuclear deal loom after reports of Iran's refusal to halt uranium enrichment, raising the risk of military action and potential disruption of vital shipping routes. Additionally, a surge in U.S. consumer
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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