News 11 February 2026

Haleon share price slides on softer 2026 growth view as buyback fails to calm investors

Haleon share price slides on softer 2026 growth view as buyback fails to calm investors

Haleon shares dropped 4% to 389.30 pence in early London trading after the company forecast slower 2026 organic revenue growth of 3–5%, below its medium-term target. The Sensodyne maker cited weak U.S. demand and a mild cold-and-flu season. 2025 revenue slipped 1.8% to £11.03 billion. Haleon plans a £500 million buyback and proposed a 7.1 pence dividend.
February 25, 2026
Ford stock rises despite $11 billion quarterly loss as 2026 outlook steadies investors

Ford stock rises despite $11 billion quarterly loss as 2026 outlook steadies investors

Ford shares rose 0.9% to $13.69 Wednesday after the company forecast 2026 adjusted EBIT of $8–10 billion and free cash flow of $5–6 billion, despite a $11.1 billion net loss last quarter. Ford cited $2 billion in expected tariff costs this year, mainly from aluminum, and flagged temporary supply expenses after a supplier fire. First-quarter results are due April 28.
February 11, 2026
Hilton stock edges up after earnings beat, but 2026 outlook keeps a lid on enthusiasm

Hilton stock edges up after earnings beat, but 2026 outlook keeps a lid on enthusiasm

Hilton shares rose 0.8% to $326.24 after the company reported fourth-quarter adjusted earnings of $2.08 per share on $3.087 billion in revenue and forecast 2026 RevPAR growth of 1% to 2%. The company plans about $3.5 billion in shareholder returns next year. Hilton’s 2026 adjusted EPS guidance fell short of analyst estimates. Group and business travel demand led early in 2026, while U.S. government and international travel lagged.
February 11, 2026
Dollar Tree stock climbs as wealthy-neighborhood expansion returns to the spotlight; DLTR earnings date in focus

Dollar Tree stock climbs as wealthy-neighborhood expansion returns to the spotlight; DLTR earnings date in focus

Dollar Tree shares rose 1.8% to $124.09 by late morning Wednesday, rebounding from Tuesday’s 1% drop. A Bisnow report highlighted the chain’s expansion into higher-income neighborhoods and spending from affluent households. Investors are awaiting the next earnings update for signs of traffic and margin trends. The stock remains 14% below its January high.
February 11, 2026
Aramark stock rises as ARMK investors digest earnings, 2026 outlook and dividend dates

Aramark stock rises as ARMK investors digest earnings, 2026 outlook and dividend dates

Aramark shares rose 1.7% to $41.66 after reporting first-quarter revenue up 6% to $4.83 billion, with organic revenue up 5%. GAAP earnings per share fell 8% to $0.36, while adjusted EPS held at $0.51. Investors are watching for a second-quarter boost from a calendar shift and the Feb. 18 dividend record date. International revenue jumped 17%, offsetting slower U.S. growth.
February 11, 2026
CVS stock price slips today after earnings beat — cash-flow cut and Medicare rates loom

CVS stock price slips today after earnings beat — cash-flow cut and Medicare rates loom

CVS Health shares slipped 0.6% to $75.24 Wednesday after the company reaffirmed its 2026 earnings forecast but cut its cash flow outlook by $1 billion. CVS reported Q4 adjusted earnings of $1.09 per share on $105.7 billion revenue, beating expectations despite lower profit. Executives criticized proposed 2027 Medicare Advantage rates as inadequate. Investors await final CMS rate decisions by April 6.
February 11, 2026
Costco Wholesale stock price today: COST edges higher after Evercore target raise

Costco Wholesale stock price today: COST edges higher after Evercore target raise

Costco shares rose 0.4% to $975.29 Wednesday after Evercore ISI and Bernstein raised their price targets to $1,050 and $1,155, respectively, both reiterating Outperform ratings. The stock rebounded after falling 2.6% Tuesday. U.S. nonfarm payrolls increased by 130,000 in January, with unemployment at 4.3%. Costco’s $1.30 quarterly dividend is payable Feb. 13; next earnings are due March 5.
February 11, 2026
Starbucks stock price today: SBUX steadies as menu reset rolls out and jobs data lifts Wall Street

Starbucks stock price today: SBUX steadies as menu reset rolls out and jobs data lifts Wall Street

Starbucks shares rose 0.2% to $97.75 Wednesday morning after two days of declines, following a broad market lift from stronger-than-expected U.S. jobs data. The company’s new U.S. menu rollout, including bakery items and new drinks, aims to boost traffic as analysts watch for margin pressure. Wolfe Research raised its price target to $112. U.S. retail sales and restaurant spending showed signs of slowing in December.
February 11, 2026
Target stock price today: TGT inches up as CEO reshuffle, job cuts and ChatGPT ad test land

Target stock price today: TGT inches up as CEO reshuffle, job cuts and ChatGPT ad test land

Target shares rose 0.2% to $113.44 in early New York trading Wednesday after confirming leadership changes effective Feb. 15 and maintaining its earnings outlook. Lisa Roath will become chief operating officer and Cara Sylvester chief merchandising officer. Target expects fourth-quarter and full-year results in line with prior forecasts. Investors await the March 3 earnings and strategy update.
February 11, 2026
Home Depot stock slips as traders eye Feb. 24 earnings and shifting Fed bets

Home Depot stock slips as traders eye Feb. 24 earnings and shifting Fed bets

Home Depot shares fell 1% to $385.97 in early trading Wednesday, while Lowe’s slipped 0.7%. Investors are watching for Home Depot’s Feb. 24 earnings call after a strong U.S. jobs report shifted rate cut expectations. QXO agreed to buy Kodiak Building Partners for $2.25 billion, highlighting competition in building supplies. Rate futures now show reduced odds of a Fed cut in April.
February 11, 2026
Datadog stock slides after earnings spike as DDOG investors turn to Thursday’s investor day

Datadog stock slides after earnings spike as DDOG investors turn to Thursday’s investor day

Datadog shares fell 3.4% to $125.31 in early Wednesday trading, reversing part of Tuesday’s 14% post-earnings jump. Q4 revenue rose 29% to $953 million, beating estimates, but the full-year profit outlook missed analyst targets. Investors await updates on AI and security at the Feb. 12 investor day. Scotiabank lowered its price target to $160.
February 11, 2026
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