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US Stock Market This Week: S&P 500, Nasdaq Close at Records as Oil Tumbles Before Big Earnings Week

US Stock Market This Week: S&P 500, Nasdaq Close at Records as Oil Tumbles Before Big Earnings Week

U.S. stocks closed at record highs Friday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq logging their third straight records as oil prices plunged and hopes rose for a U.S.-Iran deal. Brent crude fell 9% to $90.38 a barrel after Iran said ships could pass the Strait of Hormuz, but by Saturday Iran tightened control and ships reported gunfire. The Dow jumped 868.71 points to 49,447.43. Energy stocks lagged as travel and consumer shares surged.
18 April 2026
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SoFi Stock Runs Toward a Make-or-Break Earnings Test After a Volatile Week

SoFi Stock Runs Toward a Make-or-Break Earnings Test After a Volatile Week

SoFi Technologies shares closed up 2.1% at $19.43 Friday, with trading volume above 73 million ahead of its April 29 earnings report. The stock’s rise follows allegations from short seller Muddy Waters, which SoFi has denied. Investors are watching for signs of stable lending and fee revenue amid scrutiny of the company’s accounting. Affirm, Robinhood, and LendingClub also gained Friday.
18 April 2026
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American Airlines Rejects United Merger Talk as AAL Stock Faces Its Next Big Test

American Airlines Rejects United Merger Talk as AAL Stock Faces Its Next Big Test

American Airlines said Friday it is not in merger talks with United Airlines and has no interest in a deal, following reports United’s CEO raised the idea with President Trump in February. American called a merger “negative for competition and for consumers.” Shares of both airlines rose before markets closed for the weekend. American will report first-quarter results April 23.
18 April 2026
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Netflix Stock Sinks After Weak Forecast as Reed Hastings Exit Raises Growth Questions

Netflix Stock Sinks After Weak Forecast as Reed Hastings Exit Raises Growth Questions

Netflix shares fell 9.8% Friday after a weak second-quarter forecast overshadowed a first-quarter profit boost and news that co-founder Reed Hastings will exit the board in 2026. The company projected Q2 revenue and earnings below analyst estimates, kept its 2026 outlook unchanged, and faces investor doubts over whether price hikes and ad revenue can offset slowing subscriber growth.
18 April 2026
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Intel Stock Hits Dot-Com-Era High. Now Comes the Earnings Test

Intel Stock Hits Dot-Com-Era High. Now Comes the Earnings Test

Intel shares hit $70.32 Friday, their highest intraday level since 2000, before closing at $68.50 ahead of first-quarter results due April 23. Investors cited new AI chip deals with Google and a planned partnership with Elon Musk’s Terafab project. Intel also agreed to buy back a 49% stake in its Irish Fab 34 for $14.2 billion. Analyst targets rose, but most ratings remain cautious.
18 April 2026
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Nvidia Stock Faces a $20 Billion AI Chip Test as Cerebras Heads for IPO

Nvidia Stock Faces a $20 Billion AI Chip Test as Cerebras Heads for IPO

Cerebras Systems filed for a U.S. IPO and reported 2025 revenue of $510 million, swinging to a profit of $1.38 per share from a loss a year earlier. Reuters cited a report that OpenAI agreed to pay Cerebras over $20 billion for servers, though this was unconfirmed. Nvidia shares closed up 1.7% at $201.68, valuing the company at about $4.53 trillion. Nvidia projected fiscal Q1 revenue of $78 billion.
18 April 2026
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Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

US Stock Market Today: Live Updates 18.04.2026

LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 18, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 18, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT Ford Motor Stock Valuation Reviewed After Recent Price Movements April 18, 2026, 11:57 PM EDT. Ford Motor (F) shares climbed about 12% over the past month but remain volatile with mixed returns over the last quarter. The stock closed at $12.87, trading roughly 32.7% above a $9.70 per share fair value estimate from Bailey's narrative, which signals overvaluation due to strategic caution over EV ambitions. Conversely, a discounted cash flow (DCF) model pegs Ford's fair value at $13.66, suggesting a mild undervaluation. The contrast highlights
18 April 2026
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Oil Prices Plunge, Dow Jones Jumps After Iran Reopens Strait of Hormuz (Reuters)

Oil Prices Plunge, Dow Jones Jumps After Iran Reopens Strait of Hormuz (Reuters)

Oil prices dropped and U.S. stocks hit new records Friday after Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping during a 10-day ceasefire. Brent crude fell to $88.90 a barrel, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq set highs. Iran said passage is open but with restrictions, and the U.S. Navy warned of lingering mine threats. Major shipping lines remained cautious about resuming transit.
17 April 2026
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Intel Stock Hits Highest Since 2000 as Turnaround Rally Faces Earnings Test

Intel Stock Hits Highest Since 2000 as Turnaround Rally Faces Earnings Test

Intel shares hit $70.32 intraday Friday, their highest since 2000, before trading near $68.75 as investors bet on an AI-driven turnaround. The stock surge follows new deals with Google and Tesla, and a $14.2 billion buyback of its Ireland plant stake. First-quarter results are due April 23. Analysts warn of weak PC demand and a $10.32 billion foundry loss in 2025.
17 April 2026
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US Stock Market Today: S&P 500, Nasdaq Hit Records as Oil Slides on Hormuz Reopening

US Stock Market Today: S&P 500, Nasdaq Hit Records as Oil Slides on Hormuz Reopening

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit new intraday records Friday after Iran said the Strait of Hormuz would stay open during a 10-day truce, sending oil below $90 a barrel. The Dow reached a two-month high, while Exxon and Chevron fell about 5% as crude dropped. American Airlines rose 8%. Shipping firms warned risks remain in the strait, with U.S. Navy citing unclear mine threats.
17 April 2026
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Oklo Stock Surges as White House Space Nuclear Plan and Board Overhaul Lift Reactor Shares

Oklo Stock Surges as White House Space Nuclear Plan and Board Overhaul Lift Reactor Shares

Oklo shares climbed 8.5% to $69.69 by midday Friday after the company overhauled its board and the White House called for faster space-reactor development. The board expanded to 11, adding Mark Peters and David Christian. NuScale Power and BWX Technologies also rose. Oklo’s market value hit $16.5 billion, despite no 2025 revenue and a $105.7 million net loss.
17 April 2026
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AMC Stock Jumps Nearly 20% on Super Mario Box Office Boost, but Debt Still Looms

AMC Stock Jumps Nearly 20% on Super Mario Box Office Boost, but Debt Still Looms

AMC Entertainment shares surged nearly 20% Friday after the chain reported record Easter weekend revenue, with more than 6 million visitors and strong results from “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.” By midday, AMC traded at $1.93, up $0.32. Cinemark and Marcus also posted their best-ever Easter five-day box office. Despite the rally, AMC stock remains far below its 52-week high of $4.08.
17 April 2026
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Chevron Stock Falls Despite Supreme Court Win as Oil Prices Tumble on Hormuz Reopening

Chevron Stock Falls Despite Supreme Court Win as Oil Prices Tumble on Hormuz Reopening

Chevron shares fell 3.8% to $180.99 by midday Friday after Iran said the Strait of Hormuz remained open, pushing oil prices lower. The drop followed Chevron’s warning last week of a potential $2.7 billion to $3.7 billion first-quarter earnings hit from temporary accounting effects. A Supreme Court win in Louisiana litigation failed to offset the selloff. Exxon and ConocoPhillips also declined.
17 April 2026
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Alphabet Stock Gets Fresh ‘Undervalued’ Calls Ahead of Google’s High-Stakes Earnings

Alphabet Stock Gets Fresh ‘Undervalued’ Calls Ahead of Google’s High-Stakes Earnings

Alphabet shares traded near $337 Friday ahead of its April 29 earnings report, rising 0.4% in late-morning New York trading. The company may boost 2026 capital spending to as much as $185 billion, with Google Cloud revenue up 48% last quarter. Broadcom recently signed a deal to supply Google’s custom AI chips through 2031. The European Commission proposed new rules requiring Google to share search data with rivals.
17 April 2026
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Broadcom stock rises as Goldman keeps $480 target after Meta AI chip deal

Broadcom stock rises as Goldman keeps $480 target after Meta AI chip deal

Broadcom shares rose 1.2% to $403.18 Friday after Goldman Sachs reiterated a buy rating and $480 price target, citing Meta’s expanded AI chip partnership. Meta extended its Broadcom deal through 2029, with an initial compute commitment over 1 gigawatt. The agreement follows recent custom chip wins with Google and Anthropic. Analysts flagged risk from Broadcom’s growing reliance on a few large customers.
17 April 2026
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UK Stock Market Today: FTSE 100 Slips as Oil Cushions London Shares, Workspace Tumbles

UK Stock Market Today: FTSE 100 Slips as Oil Cushions London Shares, Workspace Tumbles

London’s FTSE 100 fell 0.18% to 10,570.49 on Friday, trailing gains in Paris and Frankfurt as investors grew cautious ahead of Iran conflict talks. Workspace shares plunged 14% after warning of lower 2027 profits. Tesco, easyJet, and Dunelm flagged pressure from the conflict and consumer pullback. Brent crude hovered near $98, supporting oil stocks but keeping broader sentiment fragile.
17 April 2026
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US Stock Market Before Open Today: S&P 500 Futures Hold Near Records as Oil Falls and Netflix Slumps

US Stock Market Before Open Today: S&P 500 Futures Hold Near Records as Oil Falls and Netflix Slumps

U.S. stock futures were steady early Friday, with the S&P 500 near record highs as oil fell below $100 on hopes for renewed U.S.-Iran talks. Netflix shares dropped after weak guidance and news that chairman Reed Hastings will not seek re-election. The Nasdaq closed at a record for a 12th straight session Thursday. Treasury yields held near 4.32% as markets bet the Federal Reserve will stay on hold this year.
17 April 2026
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Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

US Stock Market Today: Live Updates 17.04.2026

LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 17, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 17, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT Meghan Markle Highlights Vulnerability and Joy at Sydney Girls' Weekend Retreat April 17, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT. Meghan Markle joined a Sydney beach weekend retreat designed for women seeking connection, growth, and joy. Hosted by Gemma O'Neill of the Her Best Life podcast, the event charged VIP guests $2,285 for direct engagement with Markle. Drawing around 300 attendees, the retreat emphasized female empowerment and celebration. O'Neill praised Markle's resilience in public life, spotlighting her ability to rise despite challenges. Markle spent two hours at the
17 April 2026
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Hims & Hers Health Stock Jumps as FDA Reconsiders Peptide Restrictions

Hims & Hers Health Stock Jumps as FDA Reconsiders Peptide Restrictions

Hims & Hers Health shares rose to $26.65 Thursday after the FDA said it would reconsider restrictions on several peptides, removing 12 from a high-risk list and scheduling a July review of seven more. The move follows Hims’ March decision to stop advertising compounded GLP-1 drugs and expand branded offerings through Novo Nordisk. The company acquired a California peptide facility last year to bolster supply.
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  • Sprott Inc (SII) Declares Quarterly Dividend Amid Mixed Market Signals
    May 15, 2026, 10:59 AM EDT. Sprott Inc (SII) will trade ex-dividend on May 19, 2026, with a quarterly payout of $0.40 per share, representing approximately 0.31% of its recent $130.84 stock price. The dividend yield on an annualized basis stands near 1.22%, a figure investors monitor for sustainability based on historical trends. SII's shares have fluctuated between $55.22 and $169.63 over the past year, closing recently at $131.48. Despite its 1.61% weighting in the Horizon Kinetics Inflation Beneficiaries ETF (INFL), SII shares dropped 3.9% on Friday amid broader ETF declines. This signals potential volatility ahead for dividend-focused investors assessing Sprott's income-generating prospects.

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Plug Power Stock Drops Again: The $5 Billion Hydrogen Turnaround Faces Its Cash Test

Plug Power Stock Drops Again: The $5 Billion Hydrogen Turnaround Faces Its Cash Test

15 May 2026
Plug Power shares fell 1.7% to $3.725 in early Nasdaq trading Friday, following a volatile week after first-quarter results. The company reported a 22% revenue increase to $163.5 million and improved gross margin, but its net loss widened to $245.3 million and operating cash use rose to $150 million. Plug ended March with $802 million in cash and expects $142 million from a hydrogen asset sale in June.
Why Ford Motor Company Stock Is Sliding After Its AI Data Center Rally

Why Ford Motor Company Stock Is Sliding After Its AI Data Center Rally

15 May 2026
Ford shares dropped 7% to $13.43 in early Friday trading, reversing part of a rally sparked by the launch of its new Ford Energy unit. The subsidiary, announced this week, will sell large battery energy storage systems to utilities and data centers, with first deliveries expected in late 2027. CEO Jim Farley said Ford is in the contracting phase with several customers. The stock had surged 13% Wednesday after Morgan Stanley highlighted the business.
Biogen Closes Apellis Deal; APLS Leaves Nasdaq As $5.6 Billion Rare-Disease Bet Begins

Biogen Closes Apellis Deal; APLS Leaves Nasdaq As $5.6 Billion Rare-Disease Bet Begins

15 May 2026
Biogen has closed its acquisition of Apellis Pharmaceuticals, making Apellis a wholly owned subsidiary and delisting its shares from Nasdaq. Apellis shareholders receive $41 per share in cash plus a contingent value right tied to Syfovre sales. Biogen gains the drugs Empaveli and Syfovre, and expands into kidney disease. Biogen borrowed $2 billion to help finance the deal.
Nokia Oyj Stock Pulls Back After AI Rally: What Investors Need to Know

Nokia Oyj Stock Pulls Back After AI Rally: What Investors Need to Know

15 May 2026
Nokia’s U.S.-listed shares dropped about 5% Friday, trading at $13.74 after a recent AI-driven surge. The decline followed a rally sparked by Cisco’s report of $5.3 billion in AI infrastructure orders from hyperscalers. Nokia saw a 54% jump in first-quarter operating profit and named Siemens’ Emma Falck as president of Mobile Infrastructure, effective September 1.
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