Grab Announces Philippine Driver Support Amid Cost Pressures
Earnings James Calloway

Grab Announces Philippine Driver Support Amid Cost Pressures

Grab Holdings shares advanced Friday following the launch of a new support package for drivers in the Philippines, a move aimed at mitigating the impact of rising fuel costs. The initiative comes as the company navigates investor concerns over its 2026 financial outlook and elevated incentive spending.

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NIO Surges on HSBC Upgrade, Posts First Quarterly Profit
Earnings James Calloway

NIO Surges on HSBC Upgrade, Posts First Quarterly Profit

NIO shares climbed 5% in early trading following an upgrade by HSBC, which cited improved visibility for 2026. The Chinese EV maker also announced its first quarterly net profit.

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Huntington Bancshares Reaffirms 2026 Outlook Amid Stock Consolidation
Markets Daniel Marsh

Huntington Bancshares Reaffirms 2026 Outlook Amid Stock Consolidation

Huntington Bancshares shares stabilized around $15.50 as management confirmed its 2026 financial guidance and projected $550 million in stock buybacks for that year, while anticipating significant cost savings from recent acquisitions.

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SoFi Shares Recover Slightly Amid Broad Fintech Caution
Markets Daniel Marsh

SoFi Shares Recover Slightly Amid Broad Fintech Caution

SoFi Technologies shares gained 1.1% in early Friday trading, partially recovering from a 4.5% decline the previous session. The stock remains significantly below its January peak amid cautious investor sentiment toward the fintech sector.

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Tesla Gains UK Power License Amid Delivery and Cash Flow Concerns
Markets Daniel Marsh

Tesla Gains UK Power License Amid Delivery and Cash Flow Concerns

Tesla shares rose 0.6% to $397.41 after UK regulator Ofgem approved Tesla Energy Ventures as an electricity supplier. However, analysts have significantly reduced 2026 delivery growth projections to 3.8% and anticipate negative free cash flow of $5.19 billion.

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Morgan Stanley Boosts Nokia Outlook on AI Infrastructure Strength
Technology Sarah Chen

Morgan Stanley Boosts Nokia Outlook on AI Infrastructure Strength

Nokia shares gained after Morgan Stanley lifted its price target to €8.50, highlighting strong AI infrastructure demand. Trading volume more than doubled the 50-day average.

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Hims & Hers Stock Stabilizes as Novo Deal Shifts Focus to Profitability
Analysis Daniel Marsh

Hims & Hers Stock Stabilizes as Novo Deal Shifts Focus to Profitability

Hims & Hers Health shares traded near $23.82 Friday, stabilizing after a week of volatility driven by its new branded obesity drug agreement with Novo Nordisk. The shift from compounded medications raises margin concerns despite reducing regulatory risk.

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Nu Holdings Faces Investor Scrutiny Over Costs Amid Global Expansion Drive
Earnings James Calloway

Nu Holdings Faces Investor Scrutiny Over Costs Amid Global Expansion Drive

Nu Holdings shares hovered near $14 Friday as investors weighed strong fourth-quarter earnings against concerns over rising operational costs and tax impacts. The digital bank announced new global marketing initiatives, including hiring a former TikTok executive and securing sports partnerships.

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Plug Power Sells New York Site to Bolster Cash, Shares Edge Lower
Earnings James Calloway

Plug Power Sells New York Site to Bolster Cash, Shares Edge Lower

Plug Power shares declined slightly after the company announced the sale of its New York STAMP facility for at least $132.5 million, part of a broader effort to conserve cash. The hydrogen fuel cell firm reported a fourth-quarter gross profit of $5.5 million but continues to face analyst skepticism.

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Intel Attempts Recovery Amid Geopolitical Jitters and Legal Pressure
Technology Sarah Chen

Intel Attempts Recovery Amid Geopolitical Jitters and Legal Pressure

Intel shares edged higher in premarket trading Friday, attempting to recover from a nearly 6% plunge the prior session. The selloff was fueled by Middle East tensions spiking oil prices and a lawsuit challenging a 2025 government stake deal.

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American Airlines Stock Drops Amid Oil Price Surge, Fuel Cost Fears
Markets Daniel Marsh

American Airlines Stock Drops Amid Oil Price Surge, Fuel Cost Fears

American Airlines shares declined 4.4% to $10.55 as Brent crude oil prices surpassed $100 per barrel, intensifying worries about the carrier's fuel expenses and operational pressures.

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Ondas Shares Surge on AI Defense Pact with Palantir, World View
Technology Sarah Chen

Ondas Shares Surge on AI Defense Pact with Palantir, World View

Ondas Holdings saw its stock climb 5.1% to $10.33 following a strategic collaboration with Palantir and World View to develop AI-enabled intelligence systems. The move caps a week of significant defense-focused activity for the company.

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