Midday stock movements: Micron Technology, AutoZone, Qualcomm, Oklo, and others
Intraday Trading Highlights There are some noteworthy companies making waves in intraday trading lately. For instance, Micron Technology saw its shares surge nearly 18%, reaching new heights and pushing its market capitalization up to $1 trillion. UBS has adjusted its price target for the stock dramatically, raising it from $535 to $1,625, hinting that the […]
South African retail leader Pepkor intends to launch a bank to compete with traditional banks and fintech companies.
Pepkor’s Shift into Banking Services Pepkor’s recent move marks a significant change in South Africa’s retail and banking landscape. Retailers are now stepping into the financial services arena to explore more profitable revenue streams, all while aiming to connect better with consumers who are, well, a bit tight on cash. With a vast network of […]
Five Stocks Leading in AI While Attention is on NVIDIA
The Underlying Growth in AI Infrastructure Interestingly, the current market growth isn’t focusing on chipmakers but rather on the layers beneath them. Keith Kaplan, CEO of TradeSmith, has been exploring what he describes as the “challenges” in developing AI—essentially, the physical limitations faced by a sector grappling with surging demand. He believes the real value […]
Stocks rise with optimism about a possible Iran deal and ongoing Micron and tech surge: Live updates
Traders were active on the New York Stock Exchange during morning trading on April 17, 2026. Stocks climbed on Tuesday, driven by the technology sector, as traders considered the chances of a possible U.S.-Iran agreement to end ongoing hostilities. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 170 points, or 0.3%. The S&P 500 increased by 0.7%, […]
Strategy Finalizes $1.5 Billion Debt Buyback and Reaches 13.3% YTD BTC Yield; Now Owns 843,738 BTC
Strategy Provides Capital Structure Update After $1.5 Billion Bond Repurchase Tysons Corner, VA, May 26, 2026 – Strategy Inc (Nasdaq: STRF/STRC/STRK/STRD/MSTR, LuxSE: STRE) announced today that it has completed a range of capital markets and Bitcoin transactions that occurred between May 11 and May 25, 2026. This includes the previously mentioned buyback of $1.5 billion […]
Market Downturn: 3 Stocks I Would Purchase Without Doubt
Back in 2009, during the Great Recession, Warren Buffett famously remarked, “Every 10 years or so, dark clouds fill the economic skies and a brief rain of money will fall. When those downpours come, it’s important to rush outside with a laundry tub rather than a teaspoon.” What he meant was that a market crash […]
Stocks near record highs confront new challenge from bond yields
S&P 500’s Winning Streak Amid Challenges On Friday, the S&P 500 index marked its eighth consecutive week of gains—the longest winning streak since 2023. It appears that robust corporate earnings, coupled with excitement about artificial intelligence, have helped, even as investors seem to overlook risks, particularly regarding tensions with Iran. However, the bond market is […]
USD/CAD Outlook for Today 26/05: Dollar Fluctuates Against Loonie
On Monday, the difference between the US dollar and the Canadian dollar decreased as the US and Iran appeared to be nearing a deal. However, we’ve encountered similar situations before, so it’s wise to proceed with caution. It’s important to remember that it was a public holiday in the US and other regions, which likely […]
New Zealand Dollar drops below mid-0.5800s against USD due to Iran concerns, just before RBNZ decision.
The NZD/USD pair experienced renewed selling pressure on Tuesday, dropping below the mid-$0.5800 mark during early trading in Europe. This decline can be attributed in part to slight gains in the US dollar (USD), although the downward movement appears limited as traders await Wednesday’s interest rate decision from the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ). […]
USD Dollar Index (DXY) Price Outlook: Holds onto gains above 99.00, close to 23.6% Fibo.
The dollar index (DXY), which measures the dollar against a group of currencies, gained some ground on Tuesday, recovering from losses experienced the previous day and reaching a low seen over the past week. Throughout early trading in Europe, the index showed a modest upward trend, currently sitting just above the 99.00 mark, reflecting an […]