Investments 13 February 2026 - 16 February 2026

SEEK Limited share price rebounds nearly 8% into results day as China writedown hangs over

SEEK Limited share price rebounds nearly 8% into results day as China writedown hangs over

SEEK shares jumped 7.95% to A$17.10 Monday, rebounding from an early dip ahead of half-year results due Tuesday. The company last week flagged a A$356 million post-tax impairment on its Zhaopin investment, cutting its value to A$182 million. Investors are watching for updates on Zhaopin ownership talks and SEEK’s outlook for hiring demand. About 4 million shares changed hands.
February 16, 2026
Marks & Spencer share price holds near 400p — what could move M&S stock next week

Marks & Spencer share price holds near 400p — what could move M&S stock next week

Marks and Spencer shares closed Friday at 399.1 pence, up 0.35%, with 11.7 million shares traded. The company’s £250 million bond tender offer expires Monday, ahead of key UK jobs and inflation data due Tuesday and Wednesday. The Bank of England signaled caution on rate cuts, dampening market bets. M&S will also redeem its 3.750% notes due May 2026 on March 3.
February 15, 2026
Weir Group share price: what to watch for WEIR.L before Monday’s London open

Weir Group share price: what to watch for WEIR.L before Monday’s London open

Weir Group shares closed at 3,468 pence on Friday, down 4 pence, with little company news ahead of full-year results due March 4. The stock’s Monday direction is expected to track mining sector earnings and commodity prices, as Weir supplies equipment to miners. Copper inventories have hit a 20-year high despite strong prices, raising questions about demand. No new regulatory updates have been issued by Weir since January.
February 15, 2026
Ashtead share price slips into the weekend as buyback ticks on and March NYSE switch looms

Ashtead share price slips into the weekend as buyback ticks on and March NYSE switch looms

Ashtead closed Friday in London at 5,234p, down 0.7% on the day but up 6% for the week. The company bought back 86,300 shares for treasury as part of its $1.5 billion repurchase plan. Ashtead will move its main listing to New York in early March, with FTSE 100 removal set for March 2. Traders are watching U.S. data and index changes for further moves.
February 15, 2026
P&G stock slips after insider sales filings — what to watch in the holiday-shortened week

P&G stock slips after insider sales filings — what to watch in the holiday-shortened week

Procter & Gamble shares fell 0.7% to $160.07 Friday, underperforming consumer-staples peers. SEC filings showed executive chair Jon Moeller and other senior leaders exercised options and sold shares totaling millions of dollars this week. U.S. markets are closed Monday for Washington’s Birthday, with trading set to resume Tuesday. CEO and CFO are scheduled to speak at an investor conference Feb. 19.
February 14, 2026
AST SpaceMobile’s $1 billion deal jolts space stocks before holiday; defense names hold up

AST SpaceMobile’s $1 billion deal jolts space stocks before holiday; defense names hold up

AST SpaceMobile plunged 15.17% Thursday after announcing $1 billion in convertible debt, then recovered 0.35% Friday. The selloff hit other space stocks, while defense contractors rose as Treasury yields dropped on softer inflation data. U.S. markets close Monday for Presidents Day, with investors awaiting Tuesday’s reopening and AST’s financing settlement.
February 14, 2026
DraftKings stock price slides 14%: DKNG’s 2026 outlook puts prediction markets spending in the spotlight

DraftKings stock price slides 14%: DKNG’s 2026 outlook puts prediction markets spending in the spotlight

DraftKings shares fell 13.5% Friday to $21.76 after the company issued 2026 guidance below Wall Street forecasts, projecting revenue of $6.5–$6.9 billion and adjusted EBITDA of $700–$900 million. The company plans further investment in its Predictions platform and reported Q4 revenue of $1.989 billion and net income of $136.4 million. Penn Entertainment and MGM Resorts also declined. U.S. markets are closed Monday for Presidents Day.
February 14, 2026
KLA (KLAC) stock edges up after-hours as Applied Materials lifts chip tools; India R&D plan in view

KLA (KLAC) stock edges up after-hours as Applied Materials lifts chip tools; India R&D plan in view

KLA shares rose 0.9% to $1,464.13 in after-hours trading Friday, tracking gains in chip-equipment stocks after Applied Materials issued a strong outlook. KLA announced plans to invest up to $400 million over 10 years in a new R&D campus in Chennai, India. U.S. markets reopen Tuesday after Presidents Day, with KLA’s dividend date also approaching.
February 13, 2026
Booking Holdings stock slips again as BKNG nears fresh lows ahead of earnings

Booking Holdings stock slips again as BKNG nears fresh lows ahead of earnings

Booking Holdings shares dropped 0.7% to $4,128.77 in midday New York trade Friday, extending recent losses ahead of its Feb. 18 earnings report. The stock touched an intraday low of $4,074.14 as traders watched for guidance on bookings and marketing costs. Sector sentiment weakened after Expedia issued a cautious outlook, while Airbnb projected higher revenue and new hotel partnerships.
February 13, 2026