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Stocks News 1 February 2026 - 2 February 2026

USA Rare Earth stock jumps as Donald Trump’s $12 billion ‘Project Vault’ plan boosts rare-earth names

USA Rare Earth stock jumps as Donald Trump’s $12 billion ‘Project Vault’ plan boosts rare-earth names

USA Rare Earth shares jumped 9.4% to $24.52 after reports the White House plans a $12 billion critical minerals stockpile, including a $10 billion Export-Import Bank loan. About 24.8 million shares traded by 11:20 a.m. EST. MP Materials rose 3.3%. Traders are watching for the Ex-Im Bank board’s loan vote later Monday.
2 February 2026
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Verizon stock (VZ) dips after consumer-boss shake-up report as Wall Street weighs the turnaround

Verizon stock (VZ) dips after consumer-boss shake-up report as Wall Street weighs the turnaround

Verizon shares fell 0.4% to $44.33 in early Monday trading after reports the company is seeking candidates to replace its consumer-division chief. The move follows last week’s rally and a $25 billion buyback announcement. Investors remain focused on subscriber growth and leadership changes. Broader markets rose, with the S&P 500 ETF up 0.5%.
2 February 2026
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iFAST (SGX:AIY) share price slides as Asia turns risk-off; Feb 12 results in focus

iFAST (SGX:AIY) share price slides as Asia turns risk-off; Feb 12 results in focus

iFAST shares fell 2.4% to S$10.29 by Monday afternoon, after a broader selloff in precious metals rattled markets. About 1.25 million shares traded, with the stock swinging between S$10.19 and S$10.54. The company will release unaudited full-year results after market close on Feb. 12. iFAST shares remain up about 8% year-to-date.
2 February 2026
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Energy stocks brace for Monday after OPEC+ holds March output, Exxon and Chevron headlines

Energy stocks brace for Monday after OPEC+ holds March output, Exxon and Chevron headlines

OPEC+ kept March oil output unchanged Sunday, sending crude prices to multi-month highs as U.S.-Iran tensions mount. The Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF rose 1.1% Friday to $51.05, lifted by higher oil prices and strong earnings from Exxon and Chevron. Exxon posted adjusted Q4 earnings of $1.71 per share; Chevron reported $1.52, both beating forecasts. Brent crude closed at $70.69 a barrel, WTI at $65.21.
1 February 2026
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Healthcare stocks hold up as defensive bid lingers; Pfizer, Merck earnings set the tone

Healthcare stocks hold up as defensive bid lingers; Pfizer, Merck earnings set the tone

The Health Care Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLV) rose 0.6% to $154.74 Friday, while the S&P 500 fell 0.43%. Healthcare and consumer staples were the only S&P sectors in positive territory as investors shifted to defensive stocks. Major managed-care shares lagged after a minimal proposed Medicare Advantage rate hike. Pfizer, Merck, and Eli Lilly report earnings next week.
1 February 2026
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GE Aerospace stock price up 2.7% into weekend as 10-K filing puts engine services in focus

GE Aerospace stock price up 2.7% into weekend as 10-K filing puts engine services in focus

GE Aerospace shares closed up 2.65% at $306.79 Friday, trading 7.4 million shares as Wall Street slipped. The company’s annual report, filed Jan. 29, does not reflect recent organizational changes; recast segment financials are expected before first-quarter earnings on April 28. CEO Larry Culp said LEAP engine production will rise 28% in 2025, with durability upgrades on track for mid-2026 certification.
1 February 2026
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Chevron stock (CVX) faces new-week test after dividend hike, Venezuela talk as oil holds near highs

Chevron stock (CVX) faces new-week test after dividend hike, Venezuela talk as oil holds near highs

Chevron shares rose 3.3% to $176.90 Friday after reporting adjusted quarterly earnings of $1.52 per share, beating estimates. The company warned of a first-quarter production hit from maintenance, including at Kazakhstan’s Tengiz field, but projected 7–10% growth in 2026. Chevron raised its dividend 4% to $1.78 per share, payable March 10, and plans $27.1 billion in shareholder returns for 2025.
1 February 2026
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Genting Singapore share price: What to watch after the RWS chair change and fresh broker calls

Genting Singapore share price: What to watch after the RWS chair change and fresh broker calls

Genting Singapore named Lim Kok Thay chairman and director of Resorts World Sentosa, effective Feb. 1, as shares closed up 0.7% at S$0.735 on Friday. Brokers held steady on ratings, citing stable VIP demand but warning of tough comparisons and slow gains from new attractions. Investors watch for Macau’s January gaming revenue, up 24% year-on-year, and await Monday trading.
1 February 2026
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Intuitive Surgical stock (ISRG) ends week lower as insider trades surface; what to watch next

Intuitive Surgical stock (ISRG) ends week lower as insider trades surface; what to watch next

Intuitive Surgical shares fell 0.66% to $504.22 Friday, extending a two-day slide after a 2.78% drop Thursday. EVP Myriam Curet sold 126 shares at $520.02 each under a preset plan, while CEO David Rosa received performance stock units set to vest in 2026 and 2027. The company forecasts 2026 procedure growth of 13%-15% and a 67%-68% non-GAAP gross margin, factoring in a 1.2% tariff hit. Markets reopen Monday.
1 February 2026
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Ashtead share price in focus as buyback rolls on and NYSE switch clocks closer

Ashtead share price in focus as buyback rolls on and NYSE switch clocks closer

7 February 2026
Ashtead shares closed Friday at 4,936p, up 1.09%, after the company bought 88,872 shares under its repurchase program. The group is set to shift its primary listing to New York on March 2, pending court approval, and will be removed from the FTSE UK index the same day. Ashtead paid a half-year dividend of 37.5 U.S. cents per share on Friday.
Beazley share price: big funds reshuffle stakes as Zurich bid deadline nears

Beazley share price: big funds reshuffle stakes as Zurich bid deadline nears

7 February 2026
Beazley shares closed flat at 1,236 pence Friday as BlackRock disclosed a 6.55% stake and Vanguard reported 5.02%. Wellington Management cut its holding below 5%. The disclosures follow Zurich Insurance’s possible takeover offer of up to 1,335 pence per share, with a Feb. 16 deadline for a firm bid.
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