Finance
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Vistra to Add 5.5 GW Gas-Fired Capacity with $4B Cogentrix Deal to Power AI Data Centers
in FinanceVistra is pursuing a bold expansion to power the next wave of hyperscale data centers. A roughly $4 billion agreement to acquire Cogentrix Energy would significantly boost its generation capacity, with regulators weighing the deal and a 2026 closing planned.
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Oklo’s AI Data Center Dream Hinges on NRC Approval
in FinanceOklo is racing to power AI data centers with compact nuclear reactors, a bold plan still years from commercial proof. With pre-revenue status and tight NRC hurdles, the path is as risky as it is promising. A look at how government support and a pivotal demonstration could shape its uncertain future.
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StubHub Class Action Alleges IPO-Era Misstatements — Investors Urged to Act by Jan 23, 2026
in FinanceShareholders who bought StubHub stock during its September 2025 IPO may be facing new questions as a class action alleges misleading financial statements tied to vendor payments and cash flow. With a January 23, 2026 deadline looming, the case signals unsettled questions about the stock’s true prospects.
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Opendoor Rallies as CEO Defends Model Amid Trump’s Proposed Ban on Institutional Home Purchases
in FinanceOpendoor steadies a swingy market as policy chatter surrounds single-family-home purchases. CEO Kaz Nejatian emphasizes the company’s role as a homebuyer facilitator, not an investor, amid a broader pivot toward software and AI—leaving the outlook cautiously mixed in a volatile housing backdrop.
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GM Faces $6B Impairment Hit Amid Slowing EV Demand
in FinanceGM revealed a $6 billion impairment tied to its electric-vehicle bets, signaling a strategic pivot as demand and policy shifts bite. From retooling a Michigan plant to trimming battery ambitions, the auto industry’s electrification plans are getting a fresh look.
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Calm Markets Push Traders to Try a VIX Butterfly Spread
in FinanceWith the VIX hovering near six-month lows around 14.75, traders are eyeing a bold, low-cost play on what could come next. A butterfly-style VIX options setup promises upside if fear returns, but it’s a tightrope—capable of both meaningful gains and notable losses. A closer look at how this approach could hedge during calm while staying…
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Ondas Stock Climbs on Rebrand, HQ Move and Drone Orders
in FinanceInvestor excitement is heating up around Ondas Holdings as hints of new orders, a corporate rebrand, and a relocation of headquarters to Florida reshape the story. The drone and autonomous-systems specialist is riding a broader rally in aerospace and defense tech, drawing attention from traders and analysts alike. With an Investor Day on the horizon,…
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Markets Hold Steady as Investors Await Key Jobs Report
in FinanceMarkets tread a careful line between rally tempo and headwinds, as investors weigh Fed timing, data signals, and geopolitical tension. With key reports in sight and a shifting energy landscape, sentiment stays cautious, ready to pivot on unexpected twists.
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Is Sirius XM on the Rebound? Stern Renewal and New CFO Signal a Turnaround Push
in FinanceHoward Stern’s contract extension through 2028 and a new CFO signal a bold turn for Sirius XM. As podcast advertising and digital audio shine, the question remains: is a rebound on the horizon amid ongoing subscriber and revenue challenges?
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Markets Slip on Trump-Influenced Homebuilder Selloff
in FinanceMarkets opened on a cautious note as major indices waver and oil prices shift. From a Dow pullback to housing-sector chatter and mixed signals across equities, the day hints at more twists before the week unfolds.
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Tech Slump Dampens US Shares as China PMI Sparks Cautious Optimism
in FinanceStocks drift lower in a holiday-thinned session as chip and data-storage names weigh on the Nasdaq and Dow. With metals retreating and bond yields edging higher, investors weigh the Fed path against fresh U.S. labor data and surprisingly upbeat Chinese activity, painting a cautious but resilient year-end backdrop.
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Jupiter Unveils JupUSD: A Reserve-Backed Stablecoin on Solana
in FinanceJupiter unveils JupUSD, a reserve-backed stablecoin crafted for Solana’s DeFi ecosystem. Backed by a diversified reserve and a secure on-chain minting process, it aims to boost stability and liquidity across Jupiter’s DEX projects. Open-source and audited, JupUSD also hints at evolving reserves and new efficiency paths on the horizon.
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Asset Management Q3: Blackstone Leads a Mixed Pack Amid Rate and Fee Pressures
in FinanceQ3 results from the asset-management giants reveal a mix of momentum and headwinds as firms balance growth with higher costs and fee-transparency pressures. Blackstone leads the pack, while peers like Ares, Carlyle, Artisan, and TPG navigate a shifting investment landscape shaped by rate moves and evolving trends. With markets reacting to policy and geopolitics, which…
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Webull Stock Soars on IPO Spark, Then Slumps as Retail Trading Evolves
in FinanceWebull’s public-market debut has ridden a wild ride, but the platform is pressing ahead with bold expansions—from UK-listed stocks and corporate bonds to an AI-powered trading assistant and crypto futures. In a volatile retail landscape, what comes next for Webull’s evolving playbook?
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Lower Mortgage Rates Bring Modest Housing Relief, But Bigger Barriers Remain
in FinanceLower mortgage rates could bring a little relief after years of affordability pressures, nudging house prices up only modestly. Yet deposits and income remain major hurdles for many would-be buyers, while movers and refinancers may fare better. Real, lasting improvements will depend on stronger wage growth and more homes hitting the market.
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Tax Day 2026: Key Deadlines, Extensions, and Penalty Alerts
in FinanceTax season is approaching, and timing is everything. This quick guide highlights the essentials—filing deadlines, extensions, penalties to dodge, and what to know about refunds and payments—so you can glide through the season with confidence.
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MSCI’s Bitcoin Reserve Exclusion Could Shake Up Wall Street Benchmarks
in FinanceA pivotal ruling from a leading index provider could redefine Bitcoin’s place in corporate finance. If enacted, it could reshape how Bitcoin-heavy companies are represented in benchmarks and alter Wall Street’s view of Bitcoin as a treasury asset. With the decision looming, markets brace for a moment that could change how institutions balance crypto in…
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Amazon’s AI and AWS Momentum Could Spark a 2026 Stock Rally
in FinanceAmazon’s 2025 performance may have been muted, but the forces driving its long-term growth are getting louder. With cloud momentum, AI-driven initiatives, and a high-margin advertising arm, the company could be setting up stronger gains in 2026. The underlying story hints at a diversified growth engine that may be turning heads going forward.
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Uber Stock Buzz: Analysts Target $110 as Insiders Trade
in FinanceAnalysts are dialing in targets near $110 for Uber, with some calls as high as $135. Insider moves catch the eye, including a sizable stock sale by CEO Dara Khosrowshahi. Q3 2025 revenue climbed to $13.5 billion, up more than 20% year over year, signaling ongoing momentum in the mobility-tech space.
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Oklo Stock Jumps on Heavy Volume as Analysts Split on Outlook
in FinanceOklo Inc. sparked a sharp intraday rally as heavy volume and insider moves mingle with a chorus of mixed analyst notes. The push comes as the California energy-tech company presses its ambitious microreactor roadmap, even as profitability remains a work in progress and institutional interest swells. A high-stakes balance of risk and opportunity has investors…
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Dogecoin Rises into Top-10 as Whales Reignite Interest
in FinanceDogecoin is riding a new wave of market momentum, with whales back in the mix and on-chain activity picking up. Yet amid easing liquidity and shifting sentiment, the next moves remain anyone’s guess for this meme coin.