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Shopify Rebounds on Buyback News, But Margin Concerns Linger
Shopify shares recovered some ground Friday, rising 1.6% after steep declines, as the company announced the start date for its $2 billion share repurchase program. However, investor focus remains on its cash-flow margin outlook following heavy AI and expansion investments.
Ford Gains Premarket on Bonus News, Dividend Date in Focus
Ford Motor shares advanced about 1% in premarket trading Friday, trading near $14 as the stock goes ex-dividend and the company announced enhanced staff bonuses tied to quality improvements.
ICE Shares Extend Decline Amid Insider Sale Plan, New Product Launches
Intercontinental Exchange shares continued to slide, dropping 1.6% after a 7.8% fall the prior day, as President Ben Jackson filed to sell up to 12,861 shares. The company also launched new cryptocurrency futures and a Polymarket data product.
Palantir Shares Decline Despite Defense Cloud Approval and Airbus Partnership Renewal
Palantir Technologies stock fell 1.3% to $133.85 in Thursday trading, underperforming tech peers. The company secured new U.S. defense cloud authorizations and extended its Airbus Skywise partnership.
Micron Surges on HBM4 Shipment News Amid AI Memory Supply Crunch
Micron shares rose 5% after confirming HBM4 shipments, with CFO warning demand will outstrip supply beyond 2026. Analysts boosted price targets citing AI-driven constraints.
UK Housebuilders Gain on Speculation of New Government Support Scheme
Taylor Wimpey shares advanced 0.4% following a 4.9% surge, as investors anticipate a potential revival of Help to Buy. The builder has cautioned on first-time buyer demand and future margins.
Air Canada Commits to Airbus A350-1000 Fleet Renewal in Multi-Billion Dollar Deal
Air Canada has placed a firm order for eight Airbus A350-1000 widebody jets, with purchase rights for eight more, as part of its long-haul fleet modernization. First deliveries are scheduled for the second half of 2030.
Kohl's Shares Surge 7% on New Value-Focused Retail Strategy
Kohl's stock climbed 7% to $18.58 after launching a nationwide 'Deal Bar' with items under $10, outperforming a flat broader market. Investors now await the March 10 earnings call.
Airline Stocks Sink as Fuel Costs Climb Despite New Partnership Launch
United Airlines shares fell over 3% as rising oil prices pressured the sector, overshadowing the rollout of its cross-booking partnership with JetBlue.
Disney Shares Slide on Streaming Bundle and Bond Offering News
Disney stock fell 1.2% as the company announced a Disney+ bundle with Sky in the UK and Ireland and launched a $4 billion bond sale.
Pfizer Shares Dip in Premarket Amid SEC Settlement, Partnership News
Pfizer stock edged lower in premarket trading following a $29 million SEC settlement agreement and a new biotech incubator partnership. Investors await key inflation data.
UniFirst Shares Surge on Renewed Cintas Acquisition Speculation
UniFirst stock jumped 15% premarket following reports of revived takeover discussions with larger rival Cintas. The uniform rental company's board continues reviewing Cintas's $275-per-share cash proposal.
St. James's Place Plunges Amid Renewed AI Disruption Fears
Shares of UK wealth manager St. James's Place tumbled nearly 9% in early London trading, extending a two-day decline as AI concerns rattled financial services stocks. Investors await the firm's February 25 results for updates on client flows and cash returns.
UniFirst Shares Surge 16% on Renewed Cintas Acquisition Speculation
UniFirst stock jumped 16% to $231 following reports of revived buyout discussions with larger rival Cintas, which previously offered $275 per share. Cintas shares also gained 2.8%.
Tesla Shares Gain on xAI Chip Funding News, Macro Data in Focus
Tesla stock advanced in early trading, buoyed by reports of a major chip financing deal for Elon Musk's xAI. Investors are also awaiting key U.S. jobs data that could influence interest rate expectations.
BAE Systems Shares Dip Ahead of Earnings Despite New U.S. Army Contract
BAE Systems shares edged lower in London trading after securing a $137 million U.S. Army missile-warning contract, with investor focus shifting to upcoming annual results.
LSEG Stock Gains on Buyback News, Regulatory Updates
London Stock Exchange Group shares advanced 0.5% following a share repurchase announcement. Key developments include an FCA data transparency plan and FTSE Russell's Indonesia index review delay.
BP Pauses Share Repurchases Amid $4 Billion Renewables Impairment
BP shares declined over 3% after the energy giant halted its buyback program and recorded significant write-downs in its low-carbon divisions. The company plans to redirect surplus cash toward strengthening its balance sheet and oil and gas investments.
Yangzijiang Shares Gain on Renewed Shipbuilding Orders Amid Mixed Freight Signals
Yangzijiang Shipbuilding shares advanced 3.4% as Maersk's new vessel order signaled potential demand recovery, while investors monitor freight rate pressures and import data.
Tesco Expands London Footprint with Former Amazon Fresh Sites, Plans 70+ New Stores
Tesco has acquired five former Amazon Fresh locations in London, converting them to Express stores by summer. The retailer aims to open over 70 additional Express shops by March 2027.
MicroStrategy Shares Slide 7% as New Bitcoin Purchase Highlights Dilution Concerns
MicroStrategy's stock fell sharply after the company disclosed it bought $90 million worth of Bitcoin, funded primarily through the sale of over 600,000 shares, refocusing investor attention on equity dilution.
Apple Shares Dip on Ex-Dividend Date Amid New Product Speculation
Apple stock declined 1.6% in early Monday trading as shares traded ex-dividend, while reports circulated about potential upcoming iPhone and iPad launches.
Micron Shares Rebound on Samsung HBM4 Production News, Focus Turns to Upcoming Conference
Micron Technology's stock reversed premarket losses, rising roughly 3% early Monday as reports surfaced about Samsung's HBM4 production plans. Investors now await the company's Feb. 11 conference appearance for further direction.
Kroger Appoints Former Walmart Executive Greg Foran as New CEO, Shares Surge
Kroger has named ex-Walmart U.S. chief Greg Foran as its new CEO, ending a year-long search. The grocer's stock rose approximately 6% in premarket trading following the announcement.
Datavault AI Shares Extend Gains Following Revenue Forecast and New Contracts
Datavault AI (DVLT) shares advanced approximately 4% in premarket trading Monday, building on a 33% surge from the prior session. The move follows the company's preliminary 2025 revenue projection of at least $30 million and $49 million in new agreements.
Uber and Adyen Expand Partnership with Kiosks and New Markets, Highlighting 2026 Embedded Finance Trend
Uber and Adyen have broadened their payments collaboration, introducing physical booking kiosks and expanding into new regions. The move underscores a wider industry shift toward embedded financial services and specialized providers.
Singtel Gains on New Data Center Launch Amid Telecom Security Concerns
Singtel shares advanced as its Nxera unit opened the high-capacity DC Tuas facility, while Singapore authorities disclosed a cyber-espionage incident affecting major telecom operators last year.
Toyota Names Finance Chief as New CEO, Lifts Profit Outlook Ahead of Key Week
Toyota Motor appointed CFO Kenta Kon as its next chief executive and raised its full-year operating profit forecast to 3.8 trillion yen, sending shares near a one-year high. Investors are monitoring currency moves, U.S. tariffs, and a tender offer deadline this week.
TSMC Shares Surge on Renewed AI Optimism, Traders Await Key Sales Data
TSMC's U.S.-listed shares jumped 5.5% Friday as chip stocks rallied on AI data-center spending bets. Investors now await the company's January sales report due Tuesday.
Plug Power Surges 12% Ahead of Key Shareholder Vote, Faces New Lawsuit
Plug Power shares rallied sharply Friday as investors await a critical February 17 shareholder vote on proposals to double authorized shares, while a new class-action lawsuit adds legal pressure.