News 19 February 2026

Tesla stock price slips as California ‘Autopilot’ ruling and EV rules lawsuit put regulators back in focus

Tesla stock price slips as California ‘Autopilot’ ruling and EV rules lawsuit put regulators back in focus

Tesla shares fell 0.9% to $407.44 in early New York trading Thursday, underperforming a 0.4% dip in the Nasdaq-tracking QQQ ETF. California regulators said Tesla avoided a 30-day license suspension after dropping “Autopilot” from its marketing. Investors are watching a federal court hearing on California’s emissions waiver, which could affect Tesla’s regulatory credit revenue.
February 19, 2026
Walmart (WMT) earnings: New CEO Furner turns cautious — and rolls out a $30 billion buyback

Walmart (WMT) earnings: New CEO Furner turns cautious — and rolls out a $30 billion buyback

Walmart reported Q4 revenue up 5.6% to $190.7 billion and adjusted EPS of $0.74, beating holiday-quarter estimates. The company forecast FY27 net sales growth of 3.5%-4.5% and adjusted EPS of $2.75-$2.85, both below Wall Street expectations. Global e-commerce sales jumped 24%. Walmart approved a new $30 billion share buyback and raised its annual dividend to 99 cents.
February 19, 2026
Wingstop stock price today: WING slips after earnings jump as 2026 growth outlook lands

Wingstop stock price today: WING slips after earnings jump as 2026 growth outlook lands

Wingstop shares opened about 1% lower Thursday after a 10.8% surge the previous day, as investors weighed a 5.8% drop in domestic same-store sales against new 2026 growth targets. Fourth-quarter revenue rose 8.6% to $175.7 million, with adjusted earnings at $1.00 per share. The board declared a 30-cent dividend payable March 27 and repurchased 248,278 shares in the quarter.
February 19, 2026
CWK stock falls after Cushman & Wakefield earnings: record revenue, Greystone write-down rattles shares

CWK stock falls after Cushman & Wakefield earnings: record revenue, Greystone write-down rattles shares

Cushman & Wakefield shares fell 4.2% after the company reported a $22.4 million quarterly loss, driven by a $177 million write-down on its Greystone joint venture. Fourth-quarter revenue rose 11% to $2.9 billion, with adjusted EPS of $0.54 matching forecasts. Investors are watching for 2026 outlook and signs of sustained capital-markets activity.
February 19, 2026
JLL stock price jumps nearly 10% after earnings, 2026 target puts deal rebound back in focus

JLL stock price jumps nearly 10% after earnings, 2026 target puts deal rebound back in focus

JLL shares jumped 9.8% in early New York trading after the company reported record fourth-quarter diluted EPS of $8.34 and a 10% revenue increase to $7.6 billion. Management set a 2026 adjusted EBITDA target of $1.575–$1.675 billion and signaled plans to boost share buybacks. Investors remain alert to trends in leasing and capital markets as sector volatility continues.
February 19, 2026
Caesars stock steadies before the open after a 13% earnings pop — here’s what traders are watching

Caesars stock steadies before the open after a 13% earnings pop — here’s what traders are watching

Caesars Entertainment reported Q4 revenue of $2.9 billion and a net loss of $250 million, with Las Vegas net revenue down 3.4% and digital revenue up 38.7%. Shares were flat premarket at $21.42 after a 13% jump Wednesday. The company ended 2025 with $11.9 billion in debt and $887 million in cash, and plans lower capex and continued buybacks in 2026.
February 19, 2026
Glaukos stock steadies premarket after a 13% surge — what GKOS investors watch next

Glaukos stock steadies premarket after a 13% surge — what GKOS investors watch next

Glaukos shares slipped 0.1% to $120.90 in premarket trading Thursday after surging 13.5% the previous session. The company reported record Q4 sales of $143.1 million, up 36%, and reaffirmed 2026 revenue guidance. Analysts raised price targets, citing momentum in iDose TR and the upcoming Epioxa launch. Glaukos ended 2025 with $282.6 million in cash and no debt.
February 19, 2026
Amrize stock dips after 11% jump as buyback, dividend and PB Materials deal hit the tape

Amrize stock dips after 11% jump as buyback, dividend and PB Materials deal hit the tape

Amrize shares fell 1.1% to $63 Thursday after surging nearly 11% the previous session. The company closed its PB Materials acquisition in West Texas and announced a $1 billion buyback plan, pending shareholder approval. Amrize also proposed two $0.44 per share dividends and raised 2025 revenue guidance to $11.8 billion. Investors await the April 21 annual meeting for votes on the buyback and dividends.
February 19, 2026
Liberty Global stock price holds near $13 after VodafoneZiggo buyout plan sparks 17% jump

Liberty Global stock price holds near $13 after VodafoneZiggo buyout plan sparks 17% jump

Liberty Global agreed to buy Vodafone’s 50% stake in VodafoneZiggo for €1 billion cash plus equity, giving Liberty full control of the Dutch joint venture. Liberty’s shares were little changed premarket Thursday after a 17% jump Wednesday. The deal includes plans for a 2027 Amsterdam listing and spin-off, pending regulatory approval. Vodafone will receive €1 billion and a 10% stake in the new Ziggo Group.
February 19, 2026
MSGS stock holds near record as MSG Sports weighs Knicks-Rangers spinoff

MSGS stock holds near record as MSG Sports weighs Knicks-Rangers spinoff

MSG Sports shares edged up to $341.77 in premarket trading Thursday after closing at a record high on news the company may split the Knicks and Rangers into separate public firms. The board approved exploring a tax-free spin-off, but set no timetable and said league approvals are needed. CFO Victoria Mink will depart after helping with the process. The company stressed there is no assurance a deal will occur.
February 19, 2026
Global-e Online (GLBE) stock jumps 17% on 2026 outlook — can it hold gains at today’s open?

Global-e Online (GLBE) stock jumps 17% on 2026 outlook — can it hold gains at today’s open?

Global-e Online shares fell 2.3% to $34.00 premarket Thursday after a 17.2% surge the previous session. The company reported Q4 revenue of $336.7 million, up 28%, and net profit of $62.5 million. It forecast 2026 revenue of $1.21–$1.27 billion and adjusted EBITDA of up to $284 million. BofA raised its price target to $52 and kept a Buy rating.
February 19, 2026
EMAT stock jumps again premarket as Clear Street starts coverage with $30 target and ownership filing hits

EMAT stock jumps again premarket as Clear Street starts coverage with $30 target and ownership filing hits

Evolution Metals & Technologies shares jumped 11.9% to $14.68 in premarket trading after a Clear Street analyst initiated coverage with a Buy rating and a $30 target. Executive Chairman David Wilcox and The Zeus Trust disclosed a 70.18% stake, subject to a lock-up. Premarket volume reached 41,270 shares. The company will hold an investor webinar at 10 a.m. ET Thursday.
February 19, 2026
Vale stock ticks up in premarket as Vale Base Metals cuts Canada nickel exposure in new consortium

Vale stock ticks up in premarket as Vale Base Metals cuts Canada nickel exposure in new consortium

Vale’s U.S.-listed shares rose 0.5% premarket after its base-metals unit agreed to sell most of its stake in Manitoba’s Thompson Nickel Belt to a group led by Exiro Minerals and Canada Growth Fund. Vale Base Metals will retain 18.9% and sign an offtake deal for nickel concentrate. The consortium pledged up to $200 million in investment. The deal is expected to close by end-2026.
February 19, 2026
AT&T stock slips before the bell as NYC pension funds sue over blocked diversity vote

AT&T stock slips before the bell as NYC pension funds sue over blocked diversity vote

AT&T shares slipped 0.1% premarket Thursday after New York City pension funds sued to force a shareholder vote on workforce diversity disclosures. The suit, filed Tuesday in Manhattan federal court, challenges AT&T’s decision to block the proposal under a recent SEC policy change. CEO John Stankey converted restricted stock units and sold shares for tax withholding, according to a securities filing.
February 19, 2026
AMD stock slips premarket as CFO sells shares and CEO’s $75 million award filing hits tape

AMD stock slips premarket as CFO sells shares and CEO’s $75 million award filing hits tape

AMD shares fell about 1.5% in premarket trading Thursday, nearing $200. A filing showed CFO Jean Hu sold nearly 20,000 shares under a pre-set 10b5-1 plan at prices between $196.78 and $205.12. The company also disclosed a $75 million performance-based equity award for CEO Lisa Su. Traders await U.S. economic data later this week that could affect tech stocks.
February 19, 2026
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