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Stock Market 3 January 2026 - 4 January 2026

Chevron stock in focus after U.S. strike captures Venezuela’s Maduro, putting CVX’s Venezuela oil flows under a microscope

Chevron stock in focus after U.S. strike captures Venezuela’s Maduro, putting CVX’s Venezuela oil flows under a microscope

Chevron shares closed up 2.3% at $155.90 on Friday, ahead of a U.S. military strike in Venezuela that captured President Nicolas Maduro. Chevron, the only U.S. oil major still operating in the country, faces halted crude exports as loaded tankers remain stuck in port. U.S. crude settled at $57.32 a barrel. Investors await Monday’s open for the first full market reaction.
4 January 2026
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ExxonMobil stock in focus after U.S. strike on Venezuela as Trump flags “billions” oil rebuild

ExxonMobil stock in focus after U.S. strike on Venezuela as Trump flags “billions” oil rebuild

Exxon Mobil will be in focus when U.S. markets reopen after President Trump said Exxon and other oil majors would spend billions to rebuild Venezuela’s oil sector following the capture of President Nicolas Maduro. Trump confirmed the U.S. oil embargo remains and that American troops will stay until demands are met. Exxon shares closed up 1.9% at $122.65 on Friday. Venezuelan oil shipments have halved since December due to U.S. actions.
4 January 2026
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Valero stock set for Venezuela test as U.S. attack triggers oil embargoValeroValero stock set for Venezuela test as U.S. attack triggers oil embargo

Valero stock set for Venezuela test as U.S. attack triggers oil embargoValeroValero stock set for Venezuela test as U.S. attack triggers oil embargo

U.S. forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Saturday, President Trump said. Venezuela’s oil exports have halted, with loaded tankers unable to depart, according to sources. Valero shares closed up 1.5% Friday; traders will watch for fallout when markets reopen Monday. PDVSA oil production and refining remain unaffected, but exports are sharply down due to a U.S. embargo and tanker blockade.
4 January 2026
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Denison Mines stock jumps nearly 14% after Phoenix uranium project construction-ready update

Denison Mines stock jumps nearly 14% after Phoenix uranium project construction-ready update

Denison Mines shares jumped 13.9% to $3.03 Friday after the company said it is ready to begin construction at its Phoenix ISR uranium project, pending final approvals. The company updated initial capital costs to about $600 million and reaffirmed a mid-2028 production target if permits arrive in early 2026. Trading volume reached 68.3 million shares. Investors are watching for Canadian federal permitting and a final investment decision.
4 January 2026
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Ford stock today: Ford Motor (F) rebounds as rate outlook and February earnings take center stage

Ford stock today: Ford Motor (F) rebounds as rate outlook and February earnings take center stage

Ford shares rose 1.7% to $13.34 Friday, breaking a four-day slide and outperforming General Motors. Trading volume was about 46 million shares, below the 50-day average. The move came as investors watched rate expectations and awaited U.S. labor data and Fed commentary next week. Ford-specific news was limited, with the stock tracking broader market and sector trends.
4 January 2026
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RTX stock jumps 2% as Iran headlines lift defense contractors — what to watch next week

RTX stock jumps 2% as Iran headlines lift defense contractors — what to watch next week

RTX Corp shares rose 2.1% to $187.25 on Friday, trading between $182.20 and $187.68 with about 3.3 million shares exchanged. The stock moved alongside gains in Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman as geopolitical tensions involving Iran and U.S. statements kept defense names in focus. Investors await RTX’s next earnings report, expected Jan. 27, for updates on cash flow and engine repairs.
4 January 2026
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MPW stock ends higher to start 2026 as investors watch rates and Medical Properties Trust’s dividend

MPW stock ends higher to start 2026 as investors watch rates and Medical Properties Trust’s dividend

Medical Properties Trust shares rose 1.6% to $5.08 Friday, with 6.2 million shares traded. The company’s next $0.09 dividend is due January 8. U.S. stocks opened 2026 higher as Treasury yields climbed, pressuring dividend stocks. Investors await next week’s jobs and inflation data that could affect rate-sensitive REITs.
4 January 2026
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US strike on Venezuela: 3 ways Nvidia and other AI stocks could react when markets reopen

US strike on Venezuela: 3 ways Nvidia and other AI stocks could react when markets reopen

U.S. forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in an overnight operation that cut power in parts of Caracas. Venezuela’s oil exports have halted, with no tankers loading at the main Jose port, sources told Reuters. AI-related U.S. stocks are under pressure as traders weigh oil disruption and interest-rate risks. Brent crude settled at $60.75 a barrel Friday.
3 January 2026
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Dow, S&P 500 snap losing streak as chip and AI stocks kick off 2026 with a rally

Dow, S&P 500 snap losing streak as chip and AI stocks kick off 2026 with a rally

The Dow rose 0.7% and the S&P 500 gained 0.2% on the first trading day of 2026, led by a 4% jump in semiconductor stocks. The Nasdaq slipped, dragged by declines in Tesla after weak delivery data and losses in big tech. Baidu surged 15% after its AI chip unit filed for a Hong Kong listing. President Trump delayed tariff hikes on some furniture and cabinets for a year.
3 January 2026
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Credo stock slips as chip ETFs jump; Form 144 filing draws focus

Credo stock slips as chip ETFs jump; Form 144 filing draws focus

Credo Technology shares fell 0.47% to $143.22 Friday, underperforming semiconductor peers as the iShares Semiconductor ETF rose 4.2%. A Form 144 filing dated Jan. 2 appeared on the company’s investor site, signaling possible insider sales. About 5.8 million shares traded in a range between $141 and $152. Investors await next week’s U.S. payrolls report and Credo’s next earnings in early March.
3 January 2026
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  • Bitmine Launches MAVAN Ethereum Staking Amid Share Price Challenges
    March 26, 2026, 7:44 AM EDT. Bitmine's Made In America Validator Network (MAVAN) launched as the firm seeks to expand Ethereum staking, aiming to attract institutional investors with high-quality crypto infrastructure. Despite Bitmine staking nearly $7 billion in Ethereum and ambitious plans to grow across blockchain platforms via 2026, its shares have slid 66% since October amid broader crypto market downturns. The industry faces a challenging backdrop after $19 billion in leveraged crypto positions were liquidated in October, dragging down prices. Institutional interest persists though, with BlackRock launching an Ethereum staking ETF drawing solid volume in March. Experts say these products appeal to traditional investors seeking crypto yield without managing staking themselves. Bitmine Chair Tom Lee remains bullish on Ethereum's long-term value despite current price pressure.
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