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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

LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 24, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 24, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT NETSTREIT (NTST) Shows 6.4% Undervaluation Amid Rising Share Momentum April 24, 2026, 11:47 PM EDT. NETSTREIT's stock, trading at $20.56, has gained over 10% in 30 days despite a slight weekly dip. Its 1-year shareholder return stands at 38.05%, signaling strong longer-term momentum. Analysts see a fair value near $21.97, indicating a 6.4% undervaluation. The company's conservative balance sheet and ample liquidity support potential external growth through acquisitions, expected to boost adjusted funds from operations (AFFO) and earnings. However, risks linger from e-commerce pressures on
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 climbed early Wednesday, snapping back after President Donald Trump announced plans to extend the Iran ceasefire indefinitely. The move appeared to offer a measure of relief for traders rattled by Tuesday’s declines. Around 4:13 a.m. EDT, futures linked to the major indexes pointed higher: Dow up 0.48%, S&P 500 advancing 0.57%, and the Nasdaq 100 ahead by 0.76%, according to delayed pricing. Reuters reported the Strait of Hormuz remained closed, with oil hovering just under $100 a barrel. This April rally faces fresh scrutiny on three fronts: the Gulf situation, inflation, and earnings. According to Reuters’ Morning Bid, the ceasefire headlines should keep risk appetite steady, but investors are shifting their focus back to company results and data points now that U.S. stocks have clawed back March declines.
22 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 22.04.2026

LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 22, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 22, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT Australian Shares Fall Amid Strait of Hormuz Tensions Impacting Energy and Financial Sectors April 22, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT. Australian shares dipped on Thursday as tensions in the Strait of Hormuz fuel uncertainty in global oil supplies. The S&P/ASX200 dropped 0.74% to 8,778.2, despite a rally on Wall Street. Airlines Qantas and Virgin fell sharply, reflecting concerns over Persian Gulf disruptions. Energy stocks, including Woodside and Santos, gained more than 2% following strong production reports. Ampol rose 1.7% after submitting a takeover offer for EG
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

NEW YORK, April 21, 2026, 04:26 PM EDT Wall Street slipped on Tuesday, erasing early gains as renewed worries over U.S.-Iran peace talks pushed oil prices higher and undercut the session’s earnings-driven momentum. The S&P 500 dropped roughly 0.63% to finish at 7,064, with the Nasdaq Composite off 0.59% at around 24,260. The Dow Jones Industrial Average declined about 293 points, or 0.59%, closing near 49,149, according to preliminary figures.
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

LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 21, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 21, 2026, 11:57 PM EDT Indian stock market opens lower amid geopolitical tensions; gold, silver prices rebound April 21, 2026, 11:57 PM EDT. On April 22, 2026, Indian stock benchmarks closed higher, with Nifty 50 up 211 points at 24,576 and Bank Nifty gaining 789 points. However, early Wednesday sessions show the Gift Nifty index trading lower, indicating a probable gap-down start to the day amidst fragile market sentiment influenced by escalating geopolitical tensions and mixed global cues. U.S. President Donald Trump extended the ceasefire with Iran, keeping the naval
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 pushed further into record territory Friday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq locking in a third consecutive record close. That came as officials in Iran said the Strait of Hormuz would stay open to shipping amid a Lebanon ceasefire, sending oil prices tumbling. For the week, the S&P 500 surged 4.53%, the Nasdaq jumped 6.84%, and the Dow moved up 3.2%. The quick rebound has put the market’s focus squarely on earnings, just two weeks after war headlines rattled investors. Next week, close to 20% of S&P 500 names will post results, with Tesla, Boeing, and Procter & Gamble all on the docket. Also on tap: Kevin Warsh—President Donald Trump’s Fed chair pick—heads to the Senate Banking Committee on April 21.
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

San Francisco—April 17, 2026, clock just struck 11:11 PDT. Figma shares slid up to 6.8% Friday after Anthropic rolled out its Claude Design tool, which targets designs, prototypes, slides, and single-pagers. Investors also digested a new Yahoo Finance valuation that set fair value at $18.79—lower than Figma’s recent close of $20.34.
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%

UPDATE April 15, 2026, 22:30 - U.S. inflation is picking up steam well past March’s 3.3% CPI jump, driven by higher oil prices linked to the Iran conflict, analysts note. Those cost increases are making their way into imports and rippling through broader price indexes. Import prices climbed again last month, and with April shaping up much the same, there’s talk the Fed could pause on rate cuts—or even lean toward tightening—if these price gains keep sticking around. Traders have already walked back expectations for Fed easing as energy costs work their way into everything from transportation to housing and everyday consumer items. The Federal Reserve remains tangled up with the inflation pop from March, even after wholesale prices eased and oil lost ground for two straight sessions. That uptick in consumer prices last week, according to officials and economists, is muddying the waters for potential rate cuts.
15 April 2026
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Dollar, VIX Sink as U.S.-Iran Talks Spur Risk Rally and Push Tariff Bets Aside

Dollar, VIX Sink as U.S.-Iran Talks Spur Risk Rally and Push Tariff Bets Aside

The dollar notched a seventh straight decline on Tuesday, while the Cboe Volatility Index slipped back near levels seen before the war, as traders eyed potential U.S.-Iran negotiations that might blunt the latest oil shock and curb appetite for safe-haven assets. The dollar index dropped to 98.08, after briefly hitting 97.968—its lowest mark since March 2. Over at Cboe, the VIX hovered near 18.4, retreating from last month's spike. The market’s balance has clearly moved. According to the IMF, barring the conflict, it was ready to boost its 2026 growth forecast—helped by milder U.S. tariffs. But the most recent U.S. producer-price data out Tuesday pointed to some relief on tariff pass-through, even as conflict-driven fuel prices climb. So investors are circling oil, watching the Strait of Hormuz, and scrutinizing central-bank moves.
14 April 2026
US Stock Market Today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Jump as Iran Talk Hopes and Bank Earnings Lift Wall Street

US Stock Market Today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Jump as Iran Talk Hopes and Bank Earnings Lift Wall Street

U.S. stocks climbed Tuesday, with the S&P 500 nearly erasing its recent losses from the Middle East turmoil. Hints of a possible restart in U.S.-Iran talks, paired with a new batch of earnings, buoyed sentiment. As of 11:26 a.m. ET, the Dow Jones Industrial Average had gained 290.36 points, or 0.60%. The S&P 500 was up 0.88%, while the Nasdaq Composite surged 1.41%. This is relevant now as Wall Street weighs whether the last six weeks signal a short-lived oil shock or mark the beginning of a stickier inflation stretch. Investors found cover in a mild March producer-price report and an upbeat kickoff to Q1 earnings, despite the IMF dialing back its global growth forecast for 2026.
14 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 14.04.2026

LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 14, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 14, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT IonQ Stock Surges 20% Amid Mixed Returns and Undervalued Narrative April 14, 2026, 11:39 PM EDT. IonQ (IONQ) shares surged 20.16% in one day, reversing a 29.72% decline over the past 90 days. The quantum computing firm reported $130 million in revenue and holds a $10.9 billion market value. Trading at $35.76, the stock remains well below the average analyst target of $65.29, with a popular narrative valuing it at $85 – suggesting a significant discount. Investors eye aggressive revenue growth and margin expansion, but
14 April 2026
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Stock Market Today: US Futures Slide Before the Bell as Oil Tops $100; Goldman Falls, Exxon and Baker Hughes Rise

Stock Market Today: US Futures Slide Before the Bell as Oil Tops $100; Goldman Falls, Exxon and Baker Hughes Rise

U.S. stock futures slipped ahead of Monday’s session as oil surged past the $100 mark—a reaction to stalled U.S.-Iran peace talks over the weekend. Energy names rallied, but banks and travel stocks took a hit. As of 8:32 a.m. ET, Dow futures had dropped 1.06%, S&P 500 futures were off 0.63%, and Nasdaq 100 futures slipped 0.62%. This shift comes right as a packed earnings week kicks off, with traders who were hopeful that last week’s ceasefire could settle nerves now facing fresh uncertainty. By Friday, around 10% of S&P 500 names will have reported, and the street is still looking for first-quarter profit growth near 14%. But with oil prices spiking again, the picture for margins, inflation, and rates is getting muddier.
13 April 2026
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  • COMP Options See Heavy Action as Implied Volatility Spikes
    July 2, 2026, 2:05 PM EDT. Compass Inc (COMP) options drew attention today with the July 17, 2026 $2 call posting some of the highest implied volatility in the market. This signals traders are pricing in bigger price swings for the stock. Even so, analysts are holding back-COMP has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), and earnings consensus for the quarter fell from 21 cents to 9 cents per share in the last 60 days. The split between cautious analysts and active options traders suggests some are leaning into volatility to collect premium, betting the stock won't move as much as the options market is showing.
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