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Top Stock Movers – December 22, 2025

Monday, December 22, 2025 / No Comments

U.S. stocks closed higher Monday as Wall Street opened a holiday-shortened week, with gains led by technology shares and a handful of deal-driven movers posting sharp moves.

The Nasdaq Composite rose about 0.6%, while the S&P 500 gained roughly 0.6% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average added around 0.5%, as investors looked for momentum into the final days of the year.

UniFirst (UNF) was among the biggest gainers, surging more than 27% after Cintas (CTAS) launched a renewed takeover bid at $275 per share. The sharp jump reflected investor optimism that the long-running acquisition talks could finally lead to a deal.

Rocket Lab (RKLB) also rallied strongly, climbing more than 10%. Shares extended last week’s gains after the company announced an $816 million contract with the U.S. Space Force and reported a record number of successful rocket launches this year, pushing the stock to fresh highs.

In the media sector, Paramount Skydance (PSKY) advanced about 4%, while Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) rose nearly 4%, after Oracle founder Larry Ellison agreed to personally guarantee more than $40 billion in financing tied to Paramount’s proposed acquisition bid.

On the downside, Trump Media & Technology Group (DJT) fell more than 10%, giving back part of last week’s sharp rally that followed news of a merger with a nuclear-fusion company.

Elsewhere in the market, gains in major indexes were supported by strength in technology and continued enthusiasm around artificial intelligence, while rising geopolitical tensions helped push gold and silver to record highs. Investors now turn their focus to limited economic data releases and early market closures ahead of the Christmas holiday.

Top Stock Movers – December 18, 2025

Thursday, December 18, 2025 / No Comments

U.S. stocks moved higher after November’s core CPI inflation came in below expectations, boosting investor confidence that price pressures are easing. The Nasdaq led gains as technology stocks rebounded, while the S&P 500 advanced and reclaimed its 50-day moving average. The Dow Jones Industrial Average edged higher but lagged broader market strength.

The session’s biggest winner was Micron Technology (MU), which surged more than 11% after delivering a strong earnings and revenue beat along with an upbeat outlook. The results lifted semiconductor stocks broadly, pushing ASML Holding (ASML) higher and supporting gains in chip-related names. Western Digital (WDC) also stood out, climbing over 5% on improving profitability and continued strength in data storage demand.

Defense stocks remained in focus as Elbit Systems (ESLT) extended gains following a breakout tied to a new rocket artillery contract with Greece. In energy, nuclear power names outperformed, led by Constellation Energy (CEG), which jumped more than 6% after highlighting its long-term power supply deal with Microsoft (MSFT) to support AI-driven data center demand.

Gold stocks led the metals group, with Newmont (NEM) continuing its recent rally as investors positioned for strong earnings growth ahead. Consumer-related stocks also showed strength, as Carvana (CVNA) advanced more than 2%, while Tesla (TSLA) and Nvidia (NVDA) rebounded after sharp losses in the prior session.

On the downside, earnings-related weakness hit several stocks. Birkenstock (BIRK) plunged more than 10% following its quarterly results, while CarMax (KMX) dropped over 6%. In technology, Celestica (CLS) fell nearly 2% after reversing earlier gains, signaling continued short-term weakness.

Overall, the market reaction reflected optimism driven by cooling inflation, with investors rewarding stocks tied to strong earnings momentum while punishing companies that disappointed.

Top Stock Movers – December 17, 2025

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 / No Comments

U.S. stocks fell sharply Wednesday as renewed concerns over artificial intelligence spending and debt financing sparked a broad sell-off in technology shares, dragging major indexes lower by the close.

The Nasdaq Composite dropped nearly 1.8%, leading losses as investors fled high-growth tech names. The S&P 500 slid about 1.1%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell roughly 0.5%.

Tech Leads Market Lower

Selling intensified after a Financial Times report said Oracle’s $10 billion AI data center project lost backing from private lender Blue Owl Capital, reviving worries that the AI boom is being built on heavy leverage.

Oracle (ORCL) plunged 5.4%
Nvidia (NVDA) fell nearly 4%
Broadcom (AVGO) dropped more than 4%
Tesla (TSLA) slid 4.6%, retreating from record highs
Alphabet (GOOG) lost over 3%

AI-linked infrastructure stocks were also hit. GE Vernova (GEV) sank more than 10% as investors questioned valuations tied to future data-center demand.

Winners Buck the Trend

Despite the market slump, select stocks posted strong gains.

Micron Technology (MU) surged as much as 7% in after-hours trading after beating earnings expectations and issuing an upbeat revenue forecast, citing strong demand from AI data centers.

Newly public Medline (MDLN) jumped over 40% in its market debut, marking one of the strongest IPO openings of the year.

Shares of Hut 8 (HUT) climbed nearly 9% after the company announced a $7 billion long-term lease to develop AI-focused data center infrastructure.

Safe Havens Rise

As equities sold off, investors moved into defensive assets. Gold hovered near record highs, while silver jumped about 5%, fueled in part by short covering. Bitcoin slipped nearly 2%, trading around $86,000.

Focus Turns to Fed and Inflation

Markets continue to search for clarity on interest rates. Fed Governor Chris Waller said the central bank may still have room to cut rates by 50 to 100 basis points, though investors are awaiting Thursday’s consumer inflation report for confirmation.

Top Stock Movers – December 15, 2025

Monday, December 15, 2025 / No Comments

U.S. stocks edged lower Monday as investors pared risk ahead of a closely watched November jobs report and fresh inflation data later this week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dipped 0.1%, the S&P 500 slipped 0.2%, and the Nasdaq Composite fell 0.6%, dragged down by renewed weakness in large-cap tech.

Big Movers

iRobot (IRBT) cratered about 73% after the Roomba maker filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, citing intense competition from low-cost rivals and pressure from U.S. tariffs. Shares traded below $1 by the close.
Tesla (TSLA) stood out among mega-cap tech, rising roughly 4% and briefly touching an all-time high after reports showed early Robotaxi testing without a safety driver in Austin.
Zillow (Z) slid nearly 9-11% after reports that Google is testing a new real estate ad format that could challenge Zillow’s core business.
Broadcom (AVGO) extended losses following last week’s earnings update as investors scrutinized AI-related spending and margins.
Oracle (ORCL) moved lower alongside broader tech as valuation concerns weighed on AI-linked names.
Nvidia (NVDA) ticked modestly higher after unveiling new open-source agentic AI models, bucking the sector’s broader pullback.
Strategy (MSTR) dropped about 8% amid renewed weakness in cryptocurrencies and concerns around bitcoin-heavy balance sheets.
What’s Next

Markets head into the final full trading week of the year focused on Tuesday’s jobs report and Thursday’s inflation print, which could shape expectations for interest-rate cuts in 2026. Investors are also watching developments around the next Federal Reserve chair and upcoming earnings from Micron, Nike, FedEx, and Accenture.

Top Stock Movers – December 12, 2025

Friday, December 12, 2025 / No Comments

Wall Street’s focus shifted sharply on Friday, with technology and AI stocks tumbling while select retail, payment, and travel names surged.

Broadcom (AVGO) led the decliners, falling 10.5% despite reporting strong quarterly earnings and 74% growth in AI chip revenue, as investors questioned the sustainability of its high-flying AI business. Oracle (ORCL) continued its slide, down 4.5%, after announcing a one-year delay for OpenAI data centers and signaling concerns about financing its AI expansion.

Other tech and AI names also pulled back, including Nvidia (-2%), Micron (-4.8%), and Palantir (-1.8%), reflecting lingering worries of an AI bubble.

On the upside, Lululemon (LULU) jumped 11-12% following strong Q3 results and the announcement of a CEO transition.

Payment giants Visa (+6.4%), Mastercard (+4.8%), and American Express (+2.7%) rallied on analyst upgrades, while cruise lines Royal Caribbean (+7.6%), Norwegian (+7%), and Carnival (+6.2%) led gains in the travel sector.

The market rotation highlights a cautious sentiment: investors are stepping back from the tech-heavy AI trade while seeking opportunities in retail, payments, and travel.

Top Stock Movers – December 11, 2025

Thursday, December 11, 2025 / No Comments

The U.S. stock market delivered a sharply mixed performance on Thursday as heavyweight technology names dragged major indices lower, even while a wave of smaller growth stocks surged in heavy trading.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average managed to edge higher, supported by strength in industrials and financials, but the S&P 500 slipped modestly, and the Nasdaq Composite fell more decisively as investors reacted to disappointing technology earnings.

Tech Stocks Under Pressure After Oracle Miss

The day’s biggest drag came from Oracle, whose shares plunged more than 13% after the company reported quarterly results that fell short of expectations. Rising investment costs tied to its AI initiatives rattled investors already concerned about valuations across the tech sector.

The earnings miss spilled over into broader AI-linked names. Nvidia, a bellwether for the space, dropped around 3%, adding to the pressure on the Nasdaq.

Market analysts noted that enthusiasm for AI-related growth has created pockets of vulnerability when major players fail to impress. Oracle’s results revived questions about whether AI spending will generate near-term returns.

Small-Cap Momentum Ignites Big Gainers

Even as mega-cap tech stumbled, the most eye-catching moves of the session came from smaller, high-volatility names that posted outsized rallies.

Black Titan (BTTC) emerged as one of the day’s most spectacular movers, soaring more than 100% on unusually strong buying activity.

Infrastructure and digital asset firm Mawson Infrastructure (MIGI) also delivered a sharp 50%+ climb, extending recent momentum seen in crypto-adjacent equities.

Meanwhile, consumer and retail-focused AXIL Brands jumped over 40%, continuing a multi-day rebound driven by improving sales indicators.

Earnings winners also participated in the rally. Planet Labs (PL) surged more than 30% after reporting better-than-expected quarterly results. Social media platform Nextdoor (NXDR) gained over 20%, buoyed by improved engagement metrics and advertising performance.

Analysts say the divergence between large-cap weakness and small-cap strength suggests that traders are hunting for value and volatility outside the tech giants that dominated much of the year’s gains.

Heavy Losses in Select Sectors

While the biggest headlines centered around Oracle, several speculative and biotech names suffered punishing declines. Among the steepest was RZLT, which tumbled nearly 90%, likely tied to negative trial news or liquidity shocks common in the small-cap biotech sector.

Overall market breadth showed a bifurcation: many mid- and small-cap stocks advanced strongly, even as high-weight tech components in major indices turned the broader averages red.

Looking Ahead

With economic data and central bank commentary looming, traders appear increasingly selective. The rotation out of mega-cap tech and into smaller growth names could signal a broader shift in market leadership though whether small-caps can sustain the momentum remains uncertain.

For now, volatility remains elevated, and the day’s sharp moves underscore a market searching for direction as year-end approaches.

Top Stock Movers – December 04, 2025

Thursday, December 4, 2025 / No Comments

U.S. stocks were little changed Thursday, with major indexes flipping between red and green as strength in technology shares met weakness in consumer-related names. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 0.1%, while both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq edged higher by roughly the same margin.

Retailer Rally

Dollar General (DG) led the S&P 500 after the discount chain delivered upbeat quarterly results, gaining nearly 12%. The surge followed similarly strong earnings from competitor Dollar Tree (DLTR) a day earlier.

Tech Giants Advance

Meta Platforms (META) climbed about 4% after a report from Bloomberg indicated the company plans to rein in spending on its metaverse division next year, a move that investors appear to welcome.

Grocery and Cloud Stocks Struggle

Kroger (KR) was the day’s biggest laggard in the S&P 500, sliding 6% when revenue fell short of forecasts.
Snowflake (SNOW) also weighed on the index, tumbling 11% as its weaker-than-expected margin outlook raised concerns over costly AI initiatives.

Intel Pulls Back

Intel (INTC), which had rallied earlier in the week, dropped 6%. Reuters reported the chipmaker opted to retain its networking and communications unit after exploring possible divestitures.

Top Stock Movers – December 02, 2025

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 / No Comments

U.S. stocks bounced back on Tuesday, with major indexes edging higher following a soft start to the week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced 0.3%, the S&P 500 gained 0.2%, and the Nasdaq rose 0.4%, supported largely by renewed strength in technology shares.

Boeing (BA) was one of the standout performers on the S&P 500, soaring 8%. Investors reacted positively after the company’s newly appointed CFO told attendees at a UBS conference that Boeing’s efforts to boost aircraft production after last year’s safety-related slowdown remain on track. He also projected a return to positive free cash flow in 2026, reversing two years of heavy cash burn.

Intel (INTC) climbed 7% as the chipmaker unveiled plans to invest roughly $200 million to expand its Malaysian manufacturing operations. The stock continued momentum from late last week amid reports that Apple may become a major new customer.

Tech optimism extended to MongoDB (MDB), which jumped nearly 25%. The software company wowed investors with quarterly results that easily surpassed expectations and raised its full-year outlook, shortly after bringing in a new chief executive.

Meanwhile, XPeng (XPEV) slipped 6% after the Chinese EV maker announced November deliveries totaling just under 37,000 vehicles. While the figure represents a 19% year-on-year increase, it fell short of October’s performance in China’s fiercely competitive electric-vehicle market.

Shares of Symbotic (SYM) tumbled 16%, giving back much of last week’s nearly 40% surge following its upbeat earnings. The Walmart-backed robotics firm recently reported strong revenue and confirmed its first project with a medical-supply partner.

Newly added S&P 500 member SanDisk (SNDK) led index decliners, sliding 5%, cooling off after rallying on news of its inclusion last week.

Top Stock Movers – November 28, 2025

Friday, November 28, 2025 / No Comments

U.S. equities drifted higher in a quiet Black Friday session, with all three major indexes posting modest gains as traders returned from the Thanksgiving holiday to an abbreviated trading day. Markets close early 1 p.m. for stocks and 2 p.m. for bonds contributing to typically thin volume.

Intel (INTC) stood out as the top performer in the S&P 500, jumping roughly 8% and helping lift the broader index. At the other end of the spectrum, pharma giant Eli Lilly (LLY) fell nearly 3%, marking the steepest decline among S&P 500 constituents.

Consumer-facing names were also active during the critical shopping day. Brown-Forman (BF.A, BF.B), the parent company of Jack Daniel’s and Herradura, gained around 1.5%. Lululemon (LULU) climbed more than 2%, while Best Buy (BBY), which released earnings earlier this week, slipped more than 1%.

Some stocks tied to the ongoing AI investment wave lost ground. Nvidia (NVDA) dropped around 1.8% and Oracle (ORCL) fell 2.2%, placing both among today’s larger S&P 500 laggards. Still, the broader mega-cap tech group was slightly positive, with the Roundhill Magnificent Seven ETF (MAGS) inching up 0.3%.

Crypto-related equities outperformed. Coinbase (COIN) gained nearly 4% following continued purchases by Cathie Wood’s ARK funds. Bitcoin traded near $92,000, extending its rebound from recent lows, while major Bitcoin holder MicroStrategy (MSTR) rose 2.4%.

Top Stock Movers – November 25, 2025

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 / No Comments

Major U.S. stock indexes advanced Tuesday, building on the earlier week’s momentum heading into the holiday period. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained more than 1%, while the S&P 500 increased 0.5%, and the Nasdaq Composite edged up 0.1%.

Retail Shares Outperform

Kohl’s (KSS) stock jumped 35% after the retailer reported an unexpected third-quarter profit. The company also announced that Michael Bender, previously interim CEO, will officially take over the role permanently, following the exit of his predecessor amid allegations of vendor-related misconduct.

Abercrombie & Fitch (ANF) climbed 30% after quarterly earnings topped forecasts. While its flagship Abercrombie brand showed slower growth, stronger performance at Hollister is expected to drive sales through the holiday shopping period.

Tech & Communication

Zoom Communications (ZM) rose 12% following earnings that exceeded expectations. The company cited increasing adoption of its AI-powered tools as a key growth factor.

Chipmakers Decline

Nvidia (NVDA) shares fell about 4% after reports suggested Meta Platforms (META) is considering sourcing chips from Alphabet (GOOGL). Other semiconductor names, including Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), also traded lower.

Crypto-Exposed Stocks Pull Back

As Bitcoin slipped to around $87,200, crypto-linked equities followed suit, with declines in Coinbase (COIN), Robinhood (HOOD), Marathon Digital (MARA), and MicroStrategy (MSTR).

Top Stock Movers – November 24, 2025

Monday, November 24, 2025 / No Comments

U.S. markets advanced Monday with major indexes lifted by strong gains in technology shares and growing confidence that the Federal Reserve may cut interest rates in December. The Dow rose 0.4%, the S&P 500 gained 1.3%, and the Nasdaq outperformed with a jump of more than 2%.

Tesla (TSLA) climbed 7%, ranking among the S&P 500’s top performers, after CEO Elon Musk claimed over the weekend that Tesla intends to manufacture more AI chips than all other industry players combined.

Alphabet (GOOGL) rose more than 5% to a record high, as enthusiasm continues to build around the recent debut of its Gemini 3 AI platform.

Health insurers Centene (CNC), Elevance Health (ELV), and Molina Healthcare (MOH) all traded higher following reports that President Trump is prepared to support extending Affordable Care Act subsidies.

Carvana (CVNA) surged nearly 7% after analysts at Wedbush upgraded the stock to “outperform,” describing the online auto retailer as the “new used car king.”

In contrast, Novo Nordisk (NVO) slid after the pharmaceutical company disclosed that its latest Alzheimer’s treatment failed to demonstrate effectiveness in slowing disease progression.

Shares of Performance Food Group (PFGC) dropped after the company mutually agreed with rival US Foods (USFD) to abandon merger discussions. US Foods shares moved higher following the announcement.

Top Stock Movers – November 21, 2025

Friday, November 21, 2025 / No Comments

Major U.S. indexes advanced Friday afternoon after remarks from a Federal Reserve official bolstered expectations for a potential interest rate reduction in December. The Dow gained 1.4%, the S&P 500 climbed 1.2%, and the Nasdaq added 1.1%.

Ross Stores (ROST) led the S&P 500, surging 7% after the discount retailer reported earnings and revenue that topped forecasts and raised its full-year guidance. Strong traffic from value-focused shoppers put the stock on pace for a record close.

Gap (GAP) shares jumped 8% as the parent company of Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Athleta delivered better-than-anticipated results. Robust demand at its flagship stores prompted the company to lift its outlook.

Intuit (INTU) stock rose 6% after the software maker posted solid quarterly figures, boosted by growing interest in its AI-driven tools.

Some technology names struggled under renewed concerns about lofty AI-related valuations. Oracle (ORCL) was the session’s weakest S&P 500 performer, dropping nearly 6% and extending a recent slide. Veeva Systems (VEEV) tumbled more than 10% after warning that fewer biopharmaceutical companies are expected to adopt its Vault CRM platform.

Top Stock Movers – November 19, 2025

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 / No Comments

U.S. markets were mixed at midday Wednesday as investors awaited the highly anticipated earnings report from Nvidia (NVDA), due after the closing bell. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq pushed higher, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped.

Shares of Nvidia (NVDA) climbed ahead of what many traders view as the most important earnings announcement of the season, given the company’s central role in AI-related growth.

Lowe’s (LOW) jumped after the home improvement retailer posted quarterly profits that topped analyst expectations.

Alphabet (GOOG, GOOGL) extended its rally, building on gains from earlier in the week when Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A, BRK.B) disclosed a new stake in the tech giant.

Energy company Constellation Energy (CEG) moved higher after the U.S. Department of Energy approved up to $1 billion in financing to restart a nuclear reactor at Pennsylvania’s Three Mile Island.

Utility provider Eversource Energy (ES) tumbled following a decision by Connecticut regulators to block its planned $2.4 billion sale of its Aquarion Water subsidiary.

Shares of Plug Power (PLUG) sank after the hydrogen fuel-cell maker announced plans to issue $375 million in convertible notes.

Energy names including Valero Energy (VLO) and APA Corp. (APA) declined alongside falling crude prices, pressured by renewed concerns about oversupply.

Top Stock Movers – November 18, 2025

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 / No Comments

U.S. stocks extended their losses Tuesday afternoon as worries about a potential AI-driven market bubble continued to pressure major indexes. The Dow Jones Industrial Average and Nasdaq each slipped around 1%, while the S&P 500 fell about 0.6%.

Shares of Home Depot (HD) dropped 4% after the home-improvement retailer reported weaker-than-expected third-quarter earnings and lowered its full-year profit outlook.

Cloudflare (NET) slid 3% following a service outage that disrupted several major customers, including X and ChatGPT.

Tech stocks were broadly lower ahead of earnings reports. Nvidia (NVDA), which is set to release quarterly results after Wednesday’s close, lost about 3%. Microsoft (MSFT) shares also fell roughly 3% after both companies announced large investment partnerships with Anthropic, the developer behind Claude AI. Under the agreements, Nvidia will invest up to $10 billion, while Microsoft plans to invest up to $5 billion.

There were bright spots elsewhere in the market. Medtronic (MDT) climbed about 4% after delivering stronger-than-expected fiscal second-quarter results and raising its full-year guidance.

Crypto-focused firm MicroStrategy (MSTR) rebounded around 6%, recovering some of its recent losses as Bitcoin prices advanced.

Merck (MRK) shares rose 4% after the pharmaceutical company posted positive Phase 2 trial results for a heart-disease treatment.

Top Stock Movers – November 14, 2025

Friday, November 14, 2025 / No Comments

U.S. stocks were mixed Friday afternoon as the tech sector staged a modest rebound following Thursday’s sharp selloff. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 0.3%, while the S&P 500 added 0.5%. The tech-heavy Nasdaq led gains, rising 0.8%.

Shares of StubHub (STUB) sank nearly 25% its steepest drop since its September IPO after the ticket-reselling platform declined to provide financial guidance for the current quarter.

Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMY) was the largest decliner on the S&P 500, falling 3.4%. The pharmaceutical giant said it is discontinuing a clinical trial for a heart medication it was developing with Johnson & Johnson (JNJ).

Netflix (NFLX) slid about 3% following reports that the streamer is preparing a bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), a move that could reshape the media landscape.

Meanwhile, Cidara Therapeutics (CDTX) shares more than doubled after Merck (MRK) announced plans to buy the flu-prevention drug developer for $221.50 per share in a deal valued around $9.2 billion.

DoorDash (DASH) was among the strongest performers in the S&P 500, jumping nearly 7% as the food-delivery company clawed back some of last week’s post-earnings losses.

Top Stock Movers – November 13, 2025

Thursday, November 13, 2025 / No Comments

U.S. stocks fell Thursday as weakness in the technology sector pulled major indexes lower, a day after President Donald Trump signed a funding bill to end the nation’s longest-ever government shutdown.

The Nasdaq Composite dropped nearly 2%, while the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average also declined, as investors weighed renewed budget battles in Washington against a wave of mixed corporate earnings.

The Walt Disney Co. (DIS) was the day’s biggest S&P 500 decliner, tumbling 9% after the entertainment giant posted disappointing revenue amid continued losses in its traditional TV networks division.

Flutter Entertainment (FLUT) fell 11% after the FanDuel parent cut its full-year guidance, citing weaker U.S. gaming margins.

WEBTOON Entertainment (WBTN) shares plunged 25% as the digital comics platform forecast a fourth-quarter revenue drop, stoking investor concerns about slowing growth in its user base.

In contrast, Cisco Systems (CSCO) jumped more than 4% after the network-equipment maker raised its full-year profit outlook, citing strong enterprise demand and cost-efficiency gains.

Sealed Air (SEE) shares surged 19% following reports the packaging giant behind Bubble Wrap was in talks with private-equity firm Clayton Dubilier & Rice for a potential buyout deal.

Firefly Aerospace (FLY) rose 17% after beating revenue estimates and issuing an upbeat forecast for the year ahead.

Top Stock Movers – November 12, 2025

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 / No Comments

U.S. stock markets traded mixed at midday Wednesday as investors awaited a congressional vote to end the 43-day government shutdown. The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed to a new record high, while the Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500 slipped slightly.

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) led S&P 500 gainers, surging 9% after the chipmaker outlined a stronger long-term outlook during its first-ever analyst day.

Shares of On Holding (ONON) soared 20%, marking the Swiss athletic brand’s third consecutive quarterly outlook upgrade following better-than-expected results.

International Business Machines (IBM) rose around 2% after announcing several breakthroughs in quantum computing technology.

In contrast, Circle Internet Group (CRCL) fell 10% as the USDC stablecoin issuer lifted its adjusted operating expenses forecast for the fiscal year.

Paramount Skydance (PSKY) dropped 6.5%, erasing part of Tuesday’s near-10% rally following the merged company’s first post-merger earnings release.

AppLovin (APP) extended its recent losses, slipping another 1.5% after leading Tuesday’s declines with a nearly 9% drop.

Top Stock Movers – November 10, 2025

Monday, November 10, 2025 / No Comments

U.S. stocks advanced Monday afternoon as hopes grew that Congress would soon reach a deal to end the record-breaking government shutdown. The S&P 500 climbed nearly 1%, the Nasdaq gained over 1%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average also traded higher.

Palantir Technologies (PLTR) led the S&P 500, surging as investors bet that the data analytics firm known for its government contracts will benefit once federal agencies reopen.

Micron Technology (MU) shares also gained after Mizuho Securities issued upbeat comments, citing improving demand and pricing for the chipmaker’s products.

Eli Lilly (LLY) rose following news of a new partnership with Insilico Medicine, which will use artificial intelligence to accelerate drug discovery.

Meanwhile, health insurers sold off after President Trump proposed that federal health subsidies be paid directly to Americans instead of to insurance companies. Shares of Centene (CNC) and other major insurers declined sharply.

In M&A news, Metsera (MTSR) plunged after Novo Nordisk (NVO) declined to raise its takeover bid, clearing the way for Pfizer (PFE) to complete its $10 billion acquisition. Pfizer shares also slipped.

Ball Corp. (BALL) fell after announcing that CEO Daniel Fisher will step down, to be replaced by Chief Supply Chain and Operations Officer Ronald Lewis.

Top Stock Movers – November 07, 2025

Friday, November 7, 2025 / No Comments

U.S. stocks fell Friday afternoon, dragged lower by declines in major technology names and renewed concerns over lofty artificial intelligence valuations.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite all moved lower, with the Nasdaq on pace for its sharpest weekly drop since April. Investor sentiment remained fragile following a series of disappointing earnings reports and continued uncertainty surrounding the broader economic outlook.

Tesla (TSLA) shares slipped after shareholders approved a record-breaking $1 trillion compensation package for CEO Elon Musk, contingent on the electric vehicle maker achieving ambitious operational and stock performance targets.

Take-Two Interactive (TTWO) was the worst performer in the S&P 500, plunging after the video game publisher said the next installment of its blockbuster “Grand Theft Auto” franchise would be delayed until November 2026.

Block (SQ) shares also sank after the payments company reported weaker-than-expected third-quarter results on both revenue and profit, though it maintained a positive full-year outlook.

In contrast, Expedia Group (EXPE) topped the S&P 500 gainers list after posting stronger-than-expected quarterly results, fueled by solid corporate travel bookings.
Peloton (PTON) jumped after the connected fitness company forecasted strong holiday demand and highlighted momentum from its refreshed product line.

Top Stock Movers – November 05, 2025

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 / No Comments

Wall Street saw a rebound Wednesday as major U.S. equity indexes recovered from Tuesday’s losses. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all posted gains, driven largely by strength in technology stocks.

Key Movers:

Seagate Technology (STX) led the S&P 500, boosted by a $500 million debt-for-cash-and-stock deal with lenders.
Western Digital (WDC) and other data storage companies also posted gains.
McDonald’s (MCD) shares climbed after the fast-food giant reported stronger-than-expected U.S. same-store sales.
Targa Resources (TRGP) rose on the back of robust Permian Basin volumes and a higher dividend.

Decliners:

Zimmer Biomet (ZBH) fell after lowering its forecast due to soft international demand.
Trex (TREX) shares dropped following weaker results and a reduction in guidance amid slowing home improvement spending.
Pinterest (PINS) fell after reporting profits below expectations and issuing a cautious holiday-quarter outlook.
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