Articles by Sarah Chen
Meta's AI Spending Spree Clashes with Job Cuts, Stock Drops
Meta Platforms is cutting hundreds of jobs while aggressively investing in AI infrastructure, with 2026 capital expenditures projected between $115 billion and $135 billion. The company's stock fell roughly 6.4% on Thursday, reducing its market valuation to approximately $1.84 trillion.
HPE Holds Gains After Analyst Target Hike, AI Backlog Tops $5B
Hewlett Packard Enterprise shares consolidated near weekly highs following a price target increase from Evercore ISI to $30. The firm highlighted robust CPU-driven server demand and a growing AI backlog exceeding $5 billion.
Micron Shares Slide on AI Memory Efficiency Fears, Rival Expansion
Micron Technology shares dropped 4.2% to $366.23 amid concerns over Google's new AI memory efficiency tool and competitor expansion. The decline follows Micron's record quarterly results and a planned $5 billion increase in 2026 capital spending.
Nokia Gains as Jefferies Boosts Target, SEB Cautions Ahead of Q1
Nokia shares advanced in Helsinki trading after Jefferies raised its price target, citing robust optical networking momentum. SEB, however, downgraded the stock to Hold, highlighting valuation concerns following a strong year-to-date rally.
Intel Surges 7% on 18A PC Launch, Fueling Turnaround Hopes
Intel shares rallied 7.1% to $47.18 following the launch of its Core Ultra Series 3 business PCs, the first built on the new 18A manufacturing node. The company also secured an accelerated $5.7 billion in CHIPS Act subsidies.
NVIDIA Holds $179 Amid AI Growth and Rising Chip Competition
NVIDIA's stock held near $179, maintaining a $4.53 trillion valuation after reporting $68.1 billion in Q4 revenue. Meanwhile, Arm's new data-center CPU announcement sent its shares soaring 20%, signaling increased competition in AI hardware.
Microsoft Shares Slip Amid Data-Center Expansion, Analyst Target Cuts
Microsoft shares declined approximately 0.7% to around $370 Wednesday, underperforming a broader tech rally, following a major Texas data-center lease announcement and analyst target cuts from Melius and UBS.
Alphabet Shares Underperform Amid Regulatory Pressure and Apple Maps Challenge
Alphabet shares declined 0.2% Wednesday, underperforming the broader tech rally, as EU regulators scrutinize AI operations and Apple prepares a competitive ad push. The company plans to increase capital expenditures to $185 billion this year.
Micron Shares Slide Amid Debt Offer and Rival SK Hynix's Expansion Moves
Micron Technology shares declined 4.7% to $377.08 following the launch of cash tender offers for senior notes and a $5 billion increase in 2026 capital expenditure, while competitor SK Hynix unveiled plans for a confidential U.S. listing and a $7.97 billion order for ASML chipmaking tools.
SanDisk Invests $1B in Nanya Tech to Secure AI-Era DRAM Supply
SanDisk will invest approximately $1 billion in Nanya Technology, acquiring a 3.9% equity stake and securing a multi-year DRAM supply agreement. The move aims to lock in memory capacity amid soaring AI-driven demand.
Palantir Gains on Defense AI Prospects Amid Golden Dome Speculation
Palantir shares advanced 2.8% in early trading Wednesday following a Reuters report that the company is collaborating on software for the Trump administration's Golden Dome missile defense system. The move comes days after the Pentagon designated Palantir's Maven Smart System as a program of record.
Hyatt Accelerates AI Rollout to Boost Direct Bookings, Amex Offer Targets Loyalty
Hyatt is rapidly deploying AI search and management tools across its portfolio, aiming to capture travelers earlier in the planning process and increase direct bookings. The company is also offering select American Express cardholders a $75 incentive for direct bookings.