Investment News 12 February 2026 - 18 February 2026

Amazon stock rises after Morgan Stanley names it a Top Pick as AI spending returns come under scrutiny
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Amazon stock rises after Morgan Stanley names it a Top Pick as AI spending returns come under scrutiny

Amazon shares rose 2% to $205.09 Wednesday after Morgan Stanley named it a Top Pick, citing AI potential. The stock rebounded from a 9% drop earlier this month after Amazon outlined $200 billion in 2026 capital spending, sparking investor debate over cash flow and profitability. Tiger Global and Berkshire Hathaway trimmed Amazon stakes in recent filings. Federal Reserve minutes due later Wednesday may affect tech valuations.
February 18, 2026
ICL stock slides 5% after $239 mln charges; 2026 outlook and March dividend in focus
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ICL stock slides 5% after $239 mln charges; 2026 outlook and March dividend in focus

ICL Group shares dropped about 5% Wednesday after reporting a $16 million Q4 operating loss, hit by $239 million in unusual charges. Fourth-quarter sales rose 6% to $1.70 billion, while adjusted EBITDA climbed 10% to $380 million. The company set 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance at $1.4–$1.6 billion. A $0.0465 per share dividend will be paid March 25 to holders as of March 10.
February 18, 2026
EMAT stock jumps in premarket as Evolution Metals’ big buildout plan comes into focus
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EMAT stock jumps in premarket as Evolution Metals’ big buildout plan comes into focus

Evolution Metals & Technologies (NASDAQ: EMAT) rose 7.5% to $10.64 in premarket trading Tuesday, following a 30% surge before the U.S. market holiday. The company recently unveiled a $2.5 billion U.S. campus plan, drawing investor focus to funding and timelines ahead of a Feb. 19 management webinar. EMAT began trading on Nasdaq in January after a merger.
February 17, 2026
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Stock Market Today

  • QatarEnergy Expands Offshore Energy Operations in Uruguay
    May 20, 2026, 9:25 AM EDT. QatarEnergy, Qatar's state energy firm, has expanded its offshore energy footprint in Uruguay. This move marks a strategic advancement in the company's international energy exploration efforts, focusing on offshore oil and gas resources. The expansion aligns with QatarEnergy's broader goal to diversify and strengthen its global energy portfolio amid evolving market dynamics. Details on specific projects or investment scales were not disclosed. This development reflects increasing interest in South America's offshore energy potential and QatarEnergy's intent to capitalize on emerging opportunities in the region.