Top Stock Movers – January 22, 2026
U.S. stocks closed higher for a second straight session Thursday, but individual names told a sharper story as investors rewarded AI and growth optimism while punishing cautious outlooks.Big Winners
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Tesla (TSLA) jumped more than 4%, leading the Nasdaq higher after CEO Elon Musk said the company has begun robotaxi rides in Austin with no safety monitor inside the vehicle. Investors also cheered Musk’s comments that regulatory approval in Europe and China could come soon.
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Meta (META) climbed roughly 5%, pacing large-cap tech gains after fresh bullish calls from Wall Street. Analysts pointed to strengthening confidence in Meta’s AI strategy and its ability to monetize artificial intelligence through advertising.
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Moderna (MRNA) extended a powerful rally, rising again after posting strong results from its personalized cancer vaccine study. Shares are now up more than 80% year to date, as investors bet oncology can offset fading COVID vaccine sales.
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Alibaba (BABA) gained about 5% after reports the Chinese tech giant is exploring an IPO of its AI chip unit, T-Head, fueling optimism around its long-term AI ambitions.
Notable Losers
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GE Aerospace (GE) sank more than 7%, one of the worst performers in the Dow. While quarterly earnings beat expectations, investors focused on a softer full-year sales outlook, with many arguing the stock was priced for stronger guidance after a 60% run over the past year.
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Abbott Laboratories (ABT) tumbled roughly 10% after missing revenue estimates and issuing weaker-than-expected profit guidance, citing ongoing pressure in its diagnostics and nutrition businesses.
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Mobileye (MBLY) slid around 3% after forecasting annual revenue below Wall Street estimates, highlighting slower electric vehicle production and softer demand for driver-assistance technology.
Market Context
The broader market was supported by easing trade tensions after President Trump paused proposed tariffs on European allies, while inflation data reinforced expectations that the Federal Reserve will hold rates steady. Still, today’s trading showed investors remain highly selective favoring companies tied to AI breakthroughs and punishing those with cautious outlooks.
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