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US Stocks News 10 December 2025 - 19 January 2026

Oil, U.S. stocks brace for Venezuela shock after U.S. raid captures Maduro — what to watch Monday

Oil, U.S. stocks brace for Venezuela shock after U.S. raid captures Maduro — what to watch Monday

The U.S. captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in an overnight operation and imposed a full oil embargo, halting crude exports from Venezuela, sources said. Brent crude settled at $60.75 a barrel, while U.S. crude ended at $57.32. Wall Street closed modestly higher, with the Dow up 0.66%. No tankers loaded at Venezuela’s main port Saturday, according to TankerTrackers.com.
4 January 2026
Top Stocks to Buy Today (Dec. 24, 2025): Nvidia, Amazon, Meta, Reddit, Rocket Lab and More as the S&P 500 Nears 7,000

Top Stocks to Buy Today (Dec. 24, 2025): Nvidia, Amazon, Meta, Reddit, Rocket Lab and More as the S&P 500 Nears 7,000

The S&P 500 closed at a record high ahead of a shortened Christmas Eve session, with the NYSE and Nasdaq set to close at 1:00 p.m. ET. Trading volume remains light, amplifying price swings and volatility. U.S. GDP grew 4.3% in Q3, but consumer confidence fell to 89.1. Analysts expect 2026 market leadership to broaden beyond big tech.
Top Stocks to Buy Today: 10 Best U.S. Stock Picks for Dec. 18, 2025 (5:45 a.m. ET)

Top Stocks to Buy Today: 10 Best U.S. Stock Picks for Dec. 18, 2025 (5:45 a.m. ET)

U.S. stocks fell sharply Wednesday, with the Nasdaq down 1.81% as renewed concerns over AI project funding hit tech shares. Energy stocks rose on higher oil prices amid Venezuela tensions, with Brent near $60 and WTI at $56. Pre-market trading shows sector volatility ahead of major earnings reports from companies including Nike, FedEx, and Cintas. OpenAI is reportedly in talks to raise funds at a $750 billion valuation.
18 December 2025
Global Stock Market Today: AI-Led Tech Jitters Hit Asia, Europe Turns Cautious Before Central Banks, Micron Lifts U.S. Futures (Dec. 18, 2025)

Global Stock Market Today: AI-Led Tech Jitters Hit Asia, Europe Turns Cautious Before Central Banks, Micron Lifts U.S. Futures (Dec. 18, 2025)

Global equities slipped early December 18 as U.S. tech stocks retreated overnight, dragging Asian markets lower and leaving Europe flat ahead of central bank decisions. The Bank of England is expected to cut rates, while the ECB is seen holding steady. Investors remain focused on U.S. inflation data and concerns over AI infrastructure spending. Micron’s outlook steadied some sentiment in U.S. premarket trading.
18 December 2025
Quantum Stocks on the US Market Today: IonQ, Rigetti, D‑Wave, QCi and Arqit Slide After Close as Analyst Coverage Expands (Dec. 17, 2025)

Quantum Stocks on the US Market Today: IonQ, Rigetti, D‑Wave, QCi and Arqit Slide After Close as Analyst Coverage Expands (Dec. 17, 2025)

NEW YORK — Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025 (6:00 p.m. ET): Quantum-related stocks ended sharply lower after the U.S. market close, extending a choppy pullback that has rattled high-beta “future tech” themes in recent weeks. The selling came even as Wall Street broadened fresh analyst coverage of the sector and two of the most closely watched names released notable corporate updates tied to commercialization and scaling. Investopedia Below is what moved U.S.-listed quantum stocks today, what analysts are forecasting for 2026 and beyond, and the key catalysts investors are watching next. Quantum stock prices at 6:00 p.m. ET Quantum pure-plays and adjacent names largely fell in tandem, underperforming
PepsiCo Stock (PEP): What to Know Before the US Market Opens on Dec. 15, 2025

PepsiCo Stock (PEP): What to Know Before the US Market Opens on Dec. 15, 2025

PepsiCo closed at $150.65 on Friday, Dec. 12, as investors weighed its new cost-cutting and portfolio simplification plan backed by Elliott Management. The company aims to reduce U.S. SKUs by about 20% and invest in affordability while targeting preliminary 2026 financial goals. PepsiCo and Elliott reached a settlement to avoid a proxy fight earlier this month. Markets will watch for signs of North America momentum as trading opens Monday.
14 December 2025
Eaton (ETN) Stock: Key News, Forecasts, and What to Watch Before the US Market Opens on Dec. 15, 2025

Eaton (ETN) Stock: Key News, Forecasts, and What to Watch Before the US Market Opens on Dec. 15, 2025

Eaton Corporation shares fell 5.25% to $331.98 Friday, with nearly 3.9 million shares traded as market volatility hit AI-linked stocks and industrial names. The drop followed broader risk-off sentiment, not Eaton-specific news. The company’s $9.5 billion deal to acquire Boyd’s thermal business is expected to close in Q2 2026. ETN remains below its July 52-week high of $399.56.
14 December 2025
Coherent Corp COHR Stock: What to Know Before the US Market Opens on Dec. 15, 2025

Coherent Corp COHR Stock: What to Know Before the US Market Opens on Dec. 15, 2025

Coherent Corp. (COHR) fell 10.16% to $178.34 on Friday after Bain Capital’s affiliate converted Series B-2 preferred stock into 5 million common shares and sold them in a $947.75 million block trade. An SEC filing shows a mandatory conversion of the remaining Series B-2 preferred, representing nearly 9.8 million shares, will take effect Dec. 15, raising concerns about further share supply at Monday’s open.
14 December 2025
Fiserv (FISV) Stock: What to Know Before the U.S. Market Opens on Dec. 15, 2025

Fiserv (FISV) Stock: What to Know Before the U.S. Market Opens on Dec. 15, 2025

Fiserv shares remain near $68–$69 after a sharp drop triggered by an October earnings miss and steep guidance cut. The company changed its Nasdaq ticker back to “FISV” on Nov. 11, 2025, after switching from “FI.” Q3 organic revenue rose 1%, with adjusted EPS down 11% year over year. Investors are watching capital moves, including $1 billion in Q3 buybacks and a $2 billion debt offering.
14 December 2025
EV & Clean Energy Leaders: US Stocks Week Ahead (Dec. 15–19, 2025) — Tesla, Rivian, NextEra, Solar and Grid Tech in Focus

EV & Clean Energy Leaders: US Stocks Week Ahead (Dec. 15–19, 2025) — Tesla, Rivian, NextEra, Solar and Grid Tech in Focus

The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage point to 3.50%–3.75% on December 10, aiming to support growth stocks. Tesla’s US sales dropped nearly 23% in November to about 39,800 vehicles, the lowest since January 2022, according to Cox Automotive. Key US economic reports delayed by the government shutdown are set for release this week, drawing investor focus.
Healthcare & Pharma Giants US Stocks: Week Ahead Outlook After Eli Lilly’s Retatrutide, CVS Guidance, Pfizer’s Obesity Deal, and J&J’s Talc Verdict (Updated Dec. 14, 2025)

Healthcare & Pharma Giants US Stocks: Week Ahead Outlook After Eli Lilly’s Retatrutide, CVS Guidance, Pfizer’s Obesity Deal, and J&J’s Talc Verdict (Updated Dec. 14, 2025)

Eli Lilly reported late-stage trial success for its obesity drug retatrutide, with patients losing 28.7% of body weight over 68 weeks. Pfizer re-entered the obesity drug market through a $150 million licensing deal with Yao Pharma. The FDA moved to accelerate review of Lilly’s oral GLP-1 pill, orforglipron, possibly advancing a decision to March. The Fed cut rates by 25 basis points and signaled new Treasury purchases.
Energy Supermajors US Stocks Week Ahead: Exxon, Chevron, Shell, BP and TotalEnergies Brace for 2026 “Oil Glut” Narratives (Updated Dec. 14, 2025)

Energy Supermajors US Stocks Week Ahead: Exxon, Chevron, Shell, BP and TotalEnergies Brace for 2026 “Oil Glut” Narratives (Updated Dec. 14, 2025)

Oil prices fell over 4% last week, with Brent settling near $61 and WTI at $57.60, as traders weighed oversupply fears and peace talk signals. Exxon Mobil, Chevron, Shell, BP, and TotalEnergies all closed lower Friday. The EIA expects global inventories to rise through 2026 and Brent to average $55 per barrel that year. Investors remain split between supply concerns and company-specific catalysts.
Defense & Aerospace Majors: US Stocks Week Ahead (Dec 15–19, 2025) — Boeing, Lockheed, RTX, Northrop, General Dynamics, L3Harris & HII in Focus (Updated Dec 14, 2025)

Defense & Aerospace Majors: US Stocks Week Ahead (Dec 15–19, 2025) — Boeing, Lockheed, RTX, Northrop, General Dynamics, L3Harris & HII in Focus (Updated Dec 14, 2025)

The Federal Reserve cut rates by 25 basis points on Dec. 10, boosting sentiment for defense and aerospace stocks. The House advanced a $900 billion defense bill, dropping a “right-to-repair” rule and adding procurement reforms. Boeing closed its $4.7 billion acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems, reshaping the supply chain. Investors are watching Senate action and rate volatility next week.
Cybersecurity US Stocks Week Ahead (Dec. 15–19, 2025): Zscaler’s Bounce Test, SailPoint’s Post-Earnings Reset, and Fed-Cut Volatility

Cybersecurity US Stocks Week Ahead (Dec. 15–19, 2025): Zscaler’s Bounce Test, SailPoint’s Post-Earnings Reset, and Fed-Cut Volatility

US cybersecurity stocks rose early in the week after the Federal Reserve cut rates on Dec. 10, but reversed as tech shares sold off following Broadcom’s AI-driven outlook. Investors favored companies with strong recurring revenue and measurable AI security benefits, while becoming more selective on valuations and guidance. SailPoint shares slipped despite beating earnings, as high expectations and valuation weighed on the reaction.
Payments & Fintech US Stocks Week Ahead: Visa’s Stablecoin Re-Rating, PayPal’s Checkout Crunch, and the Post-Fed Data Wave (Dec 15–19, 2025)

Payments & Fintech US Stocks Week Ahead: Visa’s Stablecoin Re-Rating, PayPal’s Checkout Crunch, and the Post-Fed Data Wave (Dec 15–19, 2025)

The Federal Reserve cut rates by 25 basis points to 3.50%–3.75% this week, signaling a pause and dividing policymakers. Payments and fintech stocks face uncertainty as delayed jobs and inflation data, postponed by a 43-day government shutdown, are set for release next week. Bank of America upgraded Visa to Buy, citing stablecoins as an opportunity rather than a threat.
Cloud Computing US Stocks Week Ahead: AWS, Microsoft Azure, Oracle, ServiceNow and IBM After a Volatile Dec. 8–14, 2025

Cloud Computing US Stocks Week Ahead: AWS, Microsoft Azure, Oracle, ServiceNow and IBM After a Volatile Dec. 8–14, 2025

Oracle shares fell after its cloud revenue rose 34% to $8 billion but its outlook missed Wall Street targets, raising concerns over rising capital spending. Broadcom warned that a shift toward AI could pressure gross margins despite strong demand, fueling volatility. The Federal Reserve cut rates by 25 basis points, adding to uncertainty for growth stocks. Investors are demanding clearer signs of profitable growth in the cloud sector.
US Stock Market Premarket Top Gainers Today (Dec. 12, 2025): Lululemon Surges, Cannabis Stocks Rally, Mitek and Quanex Jump

US Stock Market Premarket Top Gainers Today (Dec. 12, 2025): Lululemon Surges, Cannabis Stocks Rally, Mitek and Quanex Jump

cbdMD jumped 39.9% premarket after announcing it regained full compliance with NYSE American listing standards. Kaival Brands surged 56.5%, Neo-Concept International rose 46%, and Tilray Brands gained 30.3%. US stock futures were mixed early Friday as investors weighed Fed policy and tech sector spending.
Top US Stock Losers Today (December 10, 2025): Why Polestar, AeroVironment, Aegon and Other Names Are Sinking

Top US Stock Losers Today (December 10, 2025): Why Polestar, AeroVironment, Aegon and Other Names Are Sinking

US stocks are mostly treading water ahead of tonight’s Federal Reserve decision — but beneath the calm surface, a handful of individual names are getting hammered. As of Wednesday afternoon, December 10, 2025, major indexes are roughly flat: the Dow hovers around 47,650, the S&P 500 near 6,841, and the Nasdaq modestly lower as traders wait to see whether the Fed delivers a widely expected rate cut and, more importantly, how hawkish Chair Jerome Powell sounds. The Economic Times+1 Against that relatively muted backdrop, some high‑beta growth stocks, EV names, insurers and resource plays have dropped between 5% and more

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Idox share price stuck below 71.5p bid as Long Path says backing nears control

Idox share price stuck below 71.5p bid as Long Path says backing nears control

8 February 2026
Long Path Partners said it has aggregate support for about 49.26% of Idox shares for its 71.5p-per-share cash offer. Idox shares closed Friday at 71.0p, about 0.7% below the offer price. Valid acceptances stood at 19.12% as of Feb. 5, with the offer open until March 16. The deal requires more than 50% of voting rights to go unconditional.
BAE Systems share price: Buyback update and Launchpad incubator set up Feb 18 results

BAE Systems share price: Buyback update and Launchpad incubator set up Feb 18 results

8 February 2026
BAE Systems shares closed up 1.2% at 1,879 pence on Friday, with 5.6 million shares traded. The company disclosed buying back 115,039 shares for cancellation at a volume-weighted average price of 1,860.32 pence. Over 1,200 BAE workers in northwest England are striking over pay until at least Feb. 20. Full-year results are due Feb. 18.
Barclays share price jumps into earnings week: what to watch before Tuesday’s results

Barclays share price jumps into earnings week: what to watch before Tuesday’s results

8 February 2026
Barclays shares closed up 2.71% at 479.1 pence on Friday, ahead of full-year results and a targets update due Tuesday. Barclays and NatWest have both submitted offers for Evelyn Partners, with a deal announcement possible this week, according to Reuters. Mary Francis will retire from the Barclays board in May. Investors are watching for signals on costs, credit quality, and capital returns.
Rolls-Royce share price ends week higher on buyback update as RR.L eyes turn to results

Rolls-Royce share price ends week higher on buyback update as RR.L eyes turn to results

8 February 2026
Rolls-Royce Holdings shares closed at 1,229p on Friday, up 1.78%, as the FTSE 100 gained 0.59%. The company reported buying 742,570 shares on Feb. 5 as part of its £200 million buyback, bringing total repurchases to 12.66 million shares. Rolls-Royce will attend the World Defense Show in Riyadh, noting over 80% of its Saudi workforce are nationals.
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