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Stock Market News 8 December 2025

Lazard, Inc. (LAZ) Stock on 8 December 2025: Q3 Beat, Strategic Expansion and a Sharp Sell‑Off – What It All Means for Investors

Lazard, Inc. (LAZ) Stock on 8 December 2025: Q3 Beat, Strategic Expansion and a Sharp Sell‑Off – What It All Means for Investors

As of the close of trading on 8 December 2025, Lazard, Inc. (NYSE: LAZ) is a curious mix of strong operating momentum, ambitious long‑term targets and a suddenly weaker share price. LAZ recently traded around $50.9, down roughly 7% on the day from a prior close near $54.75, according to intraday quote data and MarketBeat’s real‑time feed. MarketBeat Earlier in Monday’s session, the stock was highlighted as trading down about 4.7% on unusually light volume, with only ~114,000 shares changing hands versus a typical volume of around 1.0 million. MarketBeat Yet the sell‑off comes just weeks after Lazard reported record
8 December 2025
Pfizer (PFE) Stock Today: Hemophilia Breakthrough, Metsera Deal and AI Cost Cuts – Price, Forecast and News for December 8, 2025

Pfizer (PFE) Stock Today: Hemophilia Breakthrough, Metsera Deal and AI Cost Cuts – Price, Forecast and News for December 8, 2025

Pfizer Inc. (NYSE: PFE) is back in focus on December 8, 2025, as investors digest fresh clinical data in hemophilia, big strategic bets in obesity drugs, and an aggressive, AI‑driven cost‑cutting program – all while the stock continues to trade at a high dividend yield and a discount to many Big Pharma peers. As of Monday morning, Pfizer shares are trading around $26 per share, slightly lower on the day and roughly in the middle of their 52‑week range of $20.92–$27.69. That range implies a market capitalization of about $148 billion, a price‑to‑earnings (P/E) ratio near 15x, and relatively low
Carvana Stock Soars on S&P 500 Inclusion: What CVNA’s Record High Really Means for Investors

Carvana Stock Soars on S&P 500 Inclusion: What CVNA’s Record High Really Means for Investors

Published: December 8, 2025 Carvana Co. (NYSE: CVNA) is back in the spotlight. On December 8, 2025, the online used-car retailer’s stock surged to a new all‑time high near $455 per share, jumping almost 14% in a single session, after S&P Dow Jones Indices confirmed the company will join the S&P 500 on December 22. Reuters+1 That milestone caps a jaw‑dropping turnaround: from flirting with bankruptcy and trading around $3–$4 in late 2022, Carvana has now rallied more than 8,000% off its lows, with its market value topping $80–90 billion and even surpassing Ford and GM. Reuters+1 Below is a
8 December 2025
Lam Research (LRCX) Stock Rises on Morgan Stanley Upgrade: What Today’s AI-Driven Rally Means for 2026–2027

Lam Research (LRCX) Stock Rises on Morgan Stanley Upgrade: What Today’s AI-Driven Rally Means for 2026–2027

Published: December 8, 2025 Lam Research Corporation (NASDAQ: LRCX) climbed again on Monday as Wall Street leaned further into the AI chip boom and analysts refreshed their forecasts for the wafer-fab equipment leader. Morgan Stanley’s latest price-target hike, a cluster of fresh institutional ownership disclosures, and new growth-stock rankings all dropped today, giving investors a dense batch of signals to digest around Lam Research stock. Lam Research stock today: price, performance and valuation As of late trading on Monday, December 8, Lam Research shares change hands around $162.49, up roughly 2–3% on the day. That values the company at about
8 December 2025
IBM vs Microsoft Stock in December 2025: Which AI Powerhouse Looks Like the Better Buy After IBM’s $11 Billion Confluent Deal?

IBM vs Microsoft Stock in December 2025: Which AI Powerhouse Looks Like the Better Buy After IBM’s $11 Billion Confluent Deal?

Published: December 8, 2025 – data and prices cited are as of intraday trading on this date. Key takeaways Market snapshot on December 8, 2025 As of late trading on December 8, 2025: Meanwhile, broader markets are trading cautiously as investors wait for this week’s Federal Reserve decision, keeping macro conditions in focus for both tech heavyweights. Investopedia+1 Today’s big story: IBM goes all‑in on data streaming with Confluent The headline driver for IBM stock on December 8, 2025 is clear: IBM has agreed to acquire Confluent in an $11 billion all‑cash deal at $31 per share, a roughly 34% premium to the target’s last close. Reuters+3IBM Newsroom+3Financial Times+3 What
Linde plc (LIN) Stock Hits a New 52‑Week Low – Is the Industrial Gas Giant Now Undervalued?

Linde plc (LIN) Stock Hits a New 52‑Week Low – Is the Industrial Gas Giant Now Undervalued?

As of December 8, 2025, shares of Linde plc (NASDAQ: LIN) are trading near fresh 52‑week lows even as the company delivers record earnings, robust cash flows, and growing exposure to energy‑transition megatrends. Midday on Monday, Linde’s own investor page showed the stock at about $391.81, down nearly 2% on the day. linde.com MarketBeat reports that earlier in the session, LIN touched a new 52‑week low around $395.80, well below its 50‑day moving average near $434 and 200‑day around $458. At these levels, Linde trades on roughly 26× earnings with a market capitalization of about $182 billion. MarketBeat Yet Wall
8 December 2025
Fluence Energy (FLNC) Stock Today: Downgrades Hit High-Flying Battery Storage Play – Latest News, Price Targets and Forecasts

Fluence Energy (FLNC) Stock Today: Downgrades Hit High-Flying Battery Storage Play – Latest News, Price Targets and Forecasts

On December 8, 2025, Fluence Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLNC) is giving investors a live lesson in volatility. After a huge rally over the past two weeks, the grid‑scale battery and software specialist is trading around $22–23 per share, down roughly 7–8% intraday as fresh analyst downgrades collide with strong growth guidance and a new UK battery storage milestone. The stock is still up more than 30% year‑to‑date and sits close to its one‑year high in the mid‑$20s, after climbing from a 12‑month low near $3.50. Finviz+1 Key takeaways for December 8, 2025 Below is a detailed look at the latest
Marvell Technology (MRVL) Stock Tumbles on Amazon and Microsoft Fears as AI Growth Story Gets Re‑Priced

Marvell Technology (MRVL) Stock Tumbles on Amazon and Microsoft Fears as AI Growth Story Gets Re‑Priced

Updated: December 8, 2025 Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: MRVL) just got a harsh reminder that being an “AI infrastructure winner” doesn’t make you invincible. On Monday, December 8, Marvell stock fell sharply after a high‑profile analyst downgrade tied to possible custom‑chip design losses at Amazon Web Services and fresh worries that Microsoft may shift some custom silicon work to Broadcom. Intraday, MRVL dropped more than 10% before recovering part of the loss, trading in a roughly $88.9–$92.6 range — about 7% below Friday’s close of $98.91.StockAnalysis+2Investing.com+2 Paradoxically, on the very same day, Zacks upgraded Marvell to its top “Strong Buy”
IREN Limited (NASDAQ: IREN) Stock Update: Microsoft $9.7B AI Deal, Capital Raise and Wall Street Forecasts – December 8, 2025

IREN Limited (NASDAQ: IREN) Stock Update: Microsoft $9.7B AI Deal, Capital Raise and Wall Street Forecasts – December 8, 2025

Published: December 8, 2025 IREN Limited (NASDAQ: IREN) has quickly become one of 2025’s most volatile – and most closely watched – AI infrastructure and Bitcoin‑mining names. After a year in which the stock surged several hundred percent, investors are now digesting a massive Microsoft cloud contract, a multi‑billion‑dollar capital raise, and increasingly divided analyst opinions. As of Monday, December 8, 2025, IREN shares are trading around the mid‑$40s, down sharply from recent highs but still up several‑fold year‑to‑date.MarketBeat+1 What IREN Limited Does Today IREN Limited, formerly Iris Energy, started life as a Bitcoin‑mining specialist and now pitches itself as
SMX Stock Plunges After 500% Weekly Surge: What Security Matters’ December 8 Sell-Off, New Partnerships and 2025 Forecasts Really Mean

SMX Stock Plunges After 500% Weekly Surge: What Security Matters’ December 8 Sell-Off, New Partnerships and 2025 Forecasts Really Mean

SMX (Security Matters) Public Limited Company (NASDAQ: SMX) has become one of the most volatile names on the U.S. market in early December 2025. After a breathtaking multi-day rally, the stock is selling off sharply on 8 December even as the company pushes out a wave of partnership press releases across gold, plastics and textiles. This article pulls together all the key SMX stock news, forecasts and analyses available on 8 December 2025, and explains what they may (and may not) mean for investors following this extremely speculative name. Important: This article is for informational and educational purposes only and
Air Products Stock Plunges to 52‑Week Low on Yara Hydrogen Deal – What It Means for APD Investors Now

Air Products Stock Plunges to 52‑Week Low on Yara Hydrogen Deal – What It Means for APD Investors Now

Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (NYSE: APD) just had a rough session.On December 8, 2025, the stock dropped roughly 9–10%, hit a new 52‑week low around $235–236, and briefly became the worst performer in the S&P 500 after the company announced advanced partnership talks with Yara International on major low‑emission ammonia projects in the U.S. and Saudi Arabia. MarketScreener+1 At the close, APD was around $236 per share, down from a prior close near $260.69, and about 25% below its level a year ago. Investing.com Below is a breakdown of what changed today, what’s driving the sell‑off, and how Wall
8 December 2025
Caterpillar Stock (NYSE: CAT): Price, Bobcat Lawsuits, Autonomous Truck Deal and 2025–2026 Forecast – December 8, 2025

Caterpillar Stock (NYSE: CAT): Price, Bobcat Lawsuits, Autonomous Truck Deal and 2025–2026 Forecast – December 8, 2025

Quick Take All figures and opinions below are as of the close on December 8, 2025 and are for information only, not personal investment advice. Caterpillar stock today: price, performance and valuation As of Monday, December 8, 2025, Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) is changing hands at roughly $595–600 per share, down about 1% on the day but still hovering close to recent all‑time highs. Aggregated quote services show CAT around $595.5–599.5 intraday, depending on the feed. CoinCodex+2MarketBeat+2 The bigger story is the extraordinary run in 2025: On valuation: In short, Caterpillar is no longer a classic cyclical “value” stock. After
Legend Biotech (LEGN) Stock Hits 52‑Week Low After UBS Cut: December 8, 2025 News, Outlook and Forecast

Legend Biotech (LEGN) Stock Hits 52‑Week Low After UBS Cut: December 8, 2025 News, Outlook and Forecast

Legend Biotech Corp. (NASDAQ: LEGN) shares are under heavy pressure on December 8, 2025, trading in the mid‑$20s and touching a new 52‑week low around $25.66 during the session. The slide comes despite strong clinical momentum for its flagship CAR‑T therapy CARVYKTI® and robust revenue growth, as investors react to valuation resets and ongoing concerns about profitability and cash flow. Investing.com+1 This article rounds up the key news and analysis on Legend Biotech stock from December 8, 2025 and the days immediately preceding it, and looks at what Wall Street expects next for LEGN. Disclaimer: This article is for information
CrowdStrike (CRWD) Stock News Today: Q3 2026 Earnings Beat, AWS Awards and Wall Street Forecasts Into 2026

CrowdStrike (CRWD) Stock News Today: Q3 2026 Earnings Beat, AWS Awards and Wall Street Forecasts Into 2026

December 8, 2025 — Midday market update CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: CRWD) is back in the spotlight today as one of the most-searched stocks on Zacks and a top “cybersecurity stock to watch” on MarketBeat, following a strong fiscal Q3 2026 earnings report, fresh AI-driven product launches, and new accolades from Amazon Web Services (AWS). Finviz Below is a detailed look at today’s share price, the latest earnings and guidance, new product and partnership news, and how Wall Street currently values and forecasts CrowdStrike stock. CrowdStrike Stock Price Today (December 8, 2025) As of around 12:40 p.m. Eastern on December
8 December 2025
MercadoLibre (MELI) Stock Today: December 8, 2025 Update on Price, Q3 Results, Bond Deal and Analyst Forecasts

MercadoLibre (MELI) Stock Today: December 8, 2025 Update on Price, Q3 Results, Bond Deal and Analyst Forecasts

As of Monday, December 8, 2025, MercadoLibre, Inc. (NASDAQ: MELI) remains one of the most closely watched growth stocks in emerging markets. The Latin American e‑commerce and fintech leader is trading a little above $2,080 per share, giving it a market capitalization of roughly $105–108 billion, with a 52‑week range of $1,646 to $2,645 and a trailing P/E around 50–51. StockAnalysis+1 Yet despite strong fundamentals, the stock has fallen about 15–16% over the last six months, underperforming its e‑commerce peers as investors fret over margin pressure, intense competition and macro volatility in Latin America. Finviz At the same time, new
8 December 2025
Nurix Therapeutics (NRIX) Stock Soars on ASH 2025 Trial Data: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and Outlook as of December 8, 2025

Nurix Therapeutics (NRIX) Stock Soars on ASH 2025 Trial Data: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and Outlook as of December 8, 2025

Nurix Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: NRIX) is back in the spotlight. On December 8, 2025, the biotech stock surged roughly 20% intraday after the company released new Phase 1 data for its Bruton’s tyrosine kinase (BTK) degrader bexobrutideg (NX‑5948) in blood cancers at the American Society of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting and scheduled a corporate webcast for this evening. MarketBeat+3GlobeNewswire+3GlobeNewswire+3 The rally comes barely two months after Nurix posted a weak third quarter and executed a large equity raise, underscoring how heavily sentiment in this name is tied to the clinical trajectory of its degrader pipeline. ChartMill+2StockAnalysis+2 NRIX stock today: price
Carvana (CVNA) Soars on S&P 500 Inclusion: Latest News, Stock Forecast and Analysis as of December 8, 2025

Carvana (CVNA) Soars on S&P 500 Inclusion: Latest News, Stock Forecast and Analysis as of December 8, 2025

Carvana Co. (NYSE: CVNA) is back in the spotlight. On Monday, December 8, 2025, the online used-car retailer’s shares surged again after S&P Dow Jones Indices confirmed that Carvana will join the benchmark S&P 500 index on December 22, 2025. The stock traded around $454 in late session, up roughly 14% on the day and near record highs, capping a year in which the stock has gained well over 100% and staged one of the most dramatic recoveries in recent market history. Reuters According to Reuters, Carvana’s market value has swelled to roughly $87 billion, now exceeding both Ford and
8 December 2025
Kymera Therapeutics (KYMR) Stock Soars on KT‑621 Eczema Data: What December 8, 2025 Means for Investors

Kymera Therapeutics (KYMR) Stock Soars on KT‑621 Eczema Data: What December 8, 2025 Means for Investors

Kymera Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: KYMR) delivered one of the biggest biotech moves on Wall Street today. On Monday, December 8, 2025, Kymera stock surged more than 40% intraday, trading around $96 late in the session after touching an intraday high above $100, on volume far above normal. MarketBeat The catalyst: very strong Phase 1b data for KT‑621, a once‑daily oral STAT6 degrader for atopic dermatitis (eczema) and broader Type 2 inflammatory diseases. GlobeNewswire Below is a full breakdown of today’s news, analyst reactions, and what the move could mean for Kymera stock in the months ahead. Kymera Therapeutics Stock Rockets
Confluent (CFLT) Soars on IBM’s $11 Billion Takeover: Deal Terms, Stock Outlook and Analyst Forecasts After December 8, 2025 Rally

Confluent (CFLT) Soars on IBM’s $11 Billion Takeover: Deal Terms, Stock Outlook and Analyst Forecasts After December 8, 2025 Rally

Confluent, Inc. (NASDAQ: CFLT) has suddenly shifted from a high-growth data‑infrastructure story to a classic M&A arbitrage play. On December 8, 2025, IBM and Confluent announced a definitive agreement under which IBM will acquire all outstanding Confluent shares for $31 in cash, valuing the data‑streaming specialist at around $11 billion enterprise value.IBM Newsroom+2ABC News+2 The news sent CFLT stock up roughly 29% in today’s session, as traders rapidly repriced the shares toward the proposed cash buyout price.MarketBeat Confluent Stock News Today: IBM Confirms $11 Billion Cash Deal IBM and Confluent jointly announced that they have entered into a definitive merger
Banco Bradesco (BBD) Stock on December 8, 2025: Is the Post‑Earnings Sell‑Off a Buying Opportunity?

Banco Bradesco (BBD) Stock on December 8, 2025: Is the Post‑Earnings Sell‑Off a Buying Opportunity?

Published: December 8, 2025 – Informational article, not investment advice. Key points Banco Bradesco stock today: price action and context Banco Bradesco S.A., Brazil’s second‑largest private bank and a diversified financial and insurance group, is back under the market microscope. Its NYSE‑listed ADRs trade around $3.35 on December 8, 2025, up slightly on the day and sitting close to the upper half of their 52‑week range between $1.84 and $3.77. Investing The calm today follows a stormy Friday: Despite this pullback, BBD has had a powerful 2025: In other words, the recent fall is happening after a major run‑up, not
8 December 2025

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Financial services stocks rally as XLF jumps, Dow hits 50,000 — what to watch next week

Financial services stocks rally as XLF jumps, Dow hits 50,000 — what to watch next week

7 February 2026
U.S. financial stocks rose Friday, with the XLF fund up 1.8% and the Dow closing above 50,000 for the first time, gaining 2.47%. Goldman Sachs jumped 4.3%, JPMorgan 3.9%, and Citigroup 6.0%. The Federal Reserve held rates steady, and San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly signaled possible cuts this year. Investors await January jobs and inflation data next week.
Data Center Stocks Surge Into the Weekend: Digital Realty, Equinix and Vertiv Set Up a Big Week Ahead

Data Center Stocks Surge Into the Weekend: Digital Realty, Equinix and Vertiv Set Up a Big Week Ahead

7 February 2026
Digital Realty, Equinix, and Vertiv shares surged Friday, with Vertiv up 10% and Digital Realty rising 4.1%, as investors rotated back into AI-linked data center stocks. The move followed Amazon’s $200 billion and Alphabet’s $175–185 billion 2026 capex targets. Digital Realty set 2026 core FFO guidance at $7.90 to $8.00 per share. Wall Street ended the week broadly higher, led by chipmakers.
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