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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 28.04.2026

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 closed at record highs Monday, driven by optimism over upcoming tech earnings from Apple, Microsoft, and Meta. Gains came despite a 2% surge in WTI crude prices after President Trump canceled Iran talks, heightening tensions at the Strait of Hormuz. Qualcomm’s reported collaboration with OpenAI and MediaTek boosted AI-infrastructure stocks. The strait remains effectively closed, raising energy supply concerns.
28 April 2026
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US Stock Market Today: S&P 500, Nasdaq Hit Records as After-Hours Trading Edges Higher

US Stock Market Today: S&P 500, Nasdaq Hit Records as After-Hours Trading Edges Higher

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed at record highs Monday, while the Dow slipped 62.67 points to 49,168.04. After-hours, major U.S. indexes edged up less than 0.2%. Nvidia jumped 4% to a new high, topping $5 trillion in value, while Domino’s Pizza fell after forecasting weaker 2026 growth. Investors await Big Tech earnings and a Federal Reserve decision this week.
28 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 27.04.2026

LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 27, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 27, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT Sensex Dips 200 Points; Nifty Nears 24,000 Amid SBI Shares Drop April 27, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT. The Indian stock market took a mild hit as the Sensex declined by 200 points, with the Nifty index hovering close to the 24,000 mark. State Bank of India (SBI), one of the major banking stocks, witnessed a 1% decrease in its share price. This movement signals cautious investor sentiment in key sectors. Market participants are likely reacting to various domestic and global cues, impacting the frontline indices
27 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 26.04.2026

LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 26, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 26, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT ASX Midday Update: Materials Rise, Energy Sector Drops Amid Hormuz Blockade April 26, 2026, 11:54 PM EDT. Materials stocks on Australia's ASX climbed about 0.6% by midday Monday, driven by a 20% jump in Altair Minerals (ASX:ALR) following a AU$28.2 million placement commitment from Endeavour Mining's subsidiary. Nearly all other sectors fell, with the energy sector leading losses, down 1.7%, despite a slight increase in oil prices. Origin Energy (ASX:ORG) shares fell nearly 3% after reporting a March quarter production drop to 164.5 petajoules from
26 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 25.04.2026

LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 25, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 25, 2026, 11:57 PM EDT Cotton Futures Slide Amid Mixed Market Signals on Friday April 25, 2026, 11:57 PM EDT. Cotton futures fell by 1 to 12 points across most front months on Friday, except May which rose 20 points but remains down 40 points for the week. Speculators increased bullish positions by 17,639 contracts last week, reaching a near two-year high net long of 34,464 contracts. Export sales stand at 10.58 million running bales, 2% below last year and lagging the five-year average pace. The Cotlook A Index dropped
25 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 24.04.2026

Old Republic International closed at $39.90, below its estimated fair value of $42.50. The company is focusing on digitalization and AI to improve efficiency and margins. Risks include volatility in title insurance and weaker real estate activity. Market sentiment is mixed as investors assess growth prospects and challenges.
24 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 23.04.2026

LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 23, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 23, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT Kuaishou Technology Shares Slide Amid Valuation Debate April 23, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT. Kuaishou Technology (SEHK:1024) has seen its shares fall 2.6% in one day and 6.2% over the past week, continuing a longer downward trend with a 45.7% drop over three months. Despite revenue reaching CN¥142.8 billion and net income of CN¥18.6 billion, both up annually, investor sentiment remains cautious. The stock trades at HK$44.14, sharply below a fair value estimate of HK$91.42, reflecting optimism about its growth in AI-powered services, digital goods, and
23 April 2026
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US Stock Market Today: Futures Rise Before the Bell as Iran Truce and Tesla Earnings Put Wall Street on Alert

US Stock Market Today: Futures Rise Before the Bell as Iran Truce and Tesla Earnings Put Wall Street on Alert

U.S. stock futures rose early Wednesday after President Trump said he would extend the Iran ceasefire indefinitely, with Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq 100 futures up between 0.48% and 0.76%. Oil hovered near $100 as the Strait of Hormuz remained closed, and only three ships passed through in 24 hours. United Airlines reported higher Q1 earnings but warned of rising fuel costs and trimmed capacity plans. Tesla’s Q1 results are due after the close.
22 April 2026
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US Stock Market (After Hours): Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Slide as Iran Risk Overtakes Earnings

US Stock Market (After Hours): Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Slide as Iran Risk Overtakes Earnings

U.S. stocks fell Tuesday, with the S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow all down about 0.6% as early gains reversed. Brent crude jumped 3.1% to $98.48 on uncertainty over U.S.-Iran talks. UnitedHealth rose 7% after strong earnings, while Apple slipped on CEO transition news. The 10-year Treasury yield climbed as investors weighed retail sales and Fed leadership signals.
21 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 21.04.2026

Victory Giant Technology shares surged as much as 60% on debut in Hong Kong, reaching HK$306.8 after pricing at HK$209.88. The IPO raised HK$20.1 billion ($2.57 billion), making it the city's largest this year. The company supplies Nvidia. The listing is Hong Kong’s biggest since Zijin Gold International’s $3.2 billion offering in September.
21 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 20.04.2026

LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 20, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 20, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT Micron Technology Poised as Nasdaq's Top AI Growth Stock Over Next Year April 20, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT. Micron Technology (MU) stands out among artificial intelligence (AI) growth stocks with potential significant upside in the next 12 months. The company specializes in high-bandwidth memory (HBM) crucial for AI systems, which require massive memory capacity to train and deploy models. AI hyperscalers like Microsoft and Amazon are increasing orders amid expanding data centers. The HBM market is expected to triple to over $100 billion by 2028.
20 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 19.04.2026

LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 19, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 19, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT Stocks to Watch April 20: HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Yes Bank, Mastek, and More April 19, 2026, 11:57 PM EDT. HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and Yes Bank reported strong Q4 earnings with profit growth of 9.1%, 8.5%, and 44.7% respectively. HDFC Bank's gross non-performing assets (NPAs) eased to 1.15%. ICICI's provisions dropped sharply to Rs 96.2 crore from Rs 890.7 crore. Yes Bank's net NPAs also fell to 0.2%. Jio Financial Services saw a 13.9% profit decline but doubled revenue. Mastek's profit jumped 30.9% with
19 April 2026
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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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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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Figma Stock Slides as Anthropic’s Claude Design Deepens Valuation Debate, Adobe Faces AI Scrutiny

Figma Stock Slides as Anthropic’s Claude Design Deepens Valuation Debate, Adobe Faces AI Scrutiny

Janet Yellen accused Donald Trump of undermining Federal Reserve independence, warning of unprecedented threats as Kevin Warsh heads into a contentious Senate confirmation. Trump vowed to fire Jerome Powell if he remains after his term ends May 15. Warsh’s nomination faces opposition from both parties, including ethics concerns over his financial disclosures. Bitcoin rose 4.5% to $77,447 amid broader market relief after Iran signaled the Strait of Hormuz would stay open.
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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Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

US Stock Market Today: Live Updates 16.04.2026

LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 16, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 16, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT Stocks Pull Back as Investors Await US-Iran Ceasefire Extension News April 16, 2026, 11:56 PM EDT. Stock markets declined Friday as investors awaited updates on a potential extension of the US-Iran ceasefire, halting a record-breaking week of gains. US President Donald Trump expressed optimism about nearing a deal with Iran, including nuclear disarmament and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil transit route. However, Iran has not confirmed any agreement. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned of military action if talks fail. Asian markets including
16 April 2026
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US Inflation Shock Explained: Why Fed Rate-Cut Hopes Are Fading After March CPI Hit 3.3%

US Inflation Shock Explained: Why Fed Rate-Cut Hopes Are Fading After March CPI Hit 3.3%

U.S. consumer prices rose 0.9% in March, with gasoline surging 21.2%, the largest monthly jump since 1967, according to the Labor Department. The spike complicates prospects for Federal Reserve rate cuts, with officials warning policy easing could be delayed into 2027 if inflation persists. The Fed meets April 28-29; its preferred PCE inflation gauge is due April 30. Wholesale inflation rose 0.5% in March, below forecasts.
15 April 2026
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Stock Market Today

  • Q1 Earnings Review: The Ensign Group (ENSG) Trails Healthcare Providers & Services Peers
    May 22, 2026, 11:54 PM EDT. Healthcare providers & services stocks delivered a solid Q1, with revenues beating estimates by 1.4% and shares rising 9.6% on average. The Ensign Group (NASDAQ:ENSG) reported $1.39 billion in revenue, up 18.4% year-over-year but missing analyst expectations by 8.4%. ENSG's stock fell 4.9% post-earnings, marking the weakest performance among its peers. Sector challenges include high operational costs and reimbursement pressures, yet an aging population and healthcare digitization provide growth opportunities. CEO Barry Port emphasized the company's focus on quality care and managing complex patient cases. Despite ENSG's miss, the sector outlook remains cautiously optimistic amid ongoing regulatory and labor headwinds.

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Dow Hits Record Close; All Eyes Turn to Holiday-Week Trading

Dow Hits Record Close; All Eyes Turn to Holiday-Week Trading

23 May 2026
The Dow closed at a record 50,579.70 on Friday, while the S&P 500 notched its eighth straight weekly gain. After-hours trading saw SPY, QQQ, DIA, and IWM all move lower. U.S. markets will be closed Monday for Memorial Day. Investors await Thursday’s inflation data.
IREN Stock Pauses as Nvidia Rally Cools Before Holiday

IREN Stock Pauses as Nvidia Rally Cools Before Holiday

23 May 2026
IREN shares fell 2.1% to $56.83 Friday, ending a two-day rally but closing the week up 7.4%. The stock’s moves follow a $3.4 billion AI cloud deal with Nvidia and a $3 billion convertible note offering. March-quarter revenue dropped to $144.8 million, with a net loss of $247.8 million. U.S. markets close Monday for Memorial Day; trading resumes Tuesday.
AXT stock reaches record; investors weigh risk to rally

AXT stock reaches record; investors weigh risk to rally

23 May 2026
AXT shares jumped 16.37% to $140.83 on Friday, hitting a 52-week high and trading above all recent analyst targets. The surge followed strong demand for AI-linked optical networking hardware and a sharp rise in indium phosphide orders. First-quarter revenue climbed to $26.9 million, with gross margin turning positive. Management forecast Q2 profitability and a backlog over $100 million.
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