Stock Market 25 February 2026

Caterpillar stock holds near $768 as Wells Fargo lifts target to $870 — what investors watch next
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Caterpillar stock holds near $768 as Wells Fargo lifts target to $870 — what investors watch next

Caterpillar shares were flat Wednesday after Wells Fargo raised its price target to $870 and maintained an “Overweight” rating. The company plans to unveil updated digital fleet tools and a refreshed Cat Rentals platform at CONEXPO-CON/AGG in March. Caterpillar Financial Services issued $1.3 billion in new notes this week. Construction Industries Group President Rodney Michael Shurman sold 2,278 shares on Feb. 23.
February 25, 2026
Lithium price jumps after Zimbabwe export ban; Albemarle and Sigma Lithium stocks leap
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Lithium price jumps after Zimbabwe export ban; Albemarle and Sigma Lithium stocks leap

China’s lithium carbonate spot prices jumped 6%–7% to 160,000–162,000 yuan per tonne on Wednesday after Zimbabwe halted exports of raw minerals and lithium concentrates with immediate effect. Sigma Lithium surged 26% in U.S. trading, while Albemarle and SQM also rose. Zimbabwe’s ban covers minerals already in transit and will remain until further notice.
February 25, 2026
Bloom Energy stock hits fresh highs as Citi starts coverage — what to watch next for BE
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Bloom Energy stock hits fresh highs as Citi starts coverage — what to watch next for BE

Bloom Energy shares climbed 6.8% to $177.46 Wednesday, extending a 2026 rally that has more than doubled the stock. Citigroup began coverage with a Neutral rating and a $162 price target, below current levels. Director Jeffrey Immelt reported gifting 4,000 shares, according to an SEC filing. Analyst price targets remain well under the current trading price.
February 25, 2026
FTSE 100 record close: HSBC jumps, Diageo tumbles, miners lift UK stocks
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FTSE 100 record close: HSBC jumps, Diageo tumbles, miners lift UK stocks

Britain’s FTSE 100 closed up 1.18% at a record 10,806.41, driven by HSBC’s 7.9% surge after raising its profitability target and strong gains in mining shares. Diageo dropped 12.7% after its new chief cut forecasts and halved the interim dividend. The FTSE 250 rose 0.5%. Hiscox announced a $300 million buyback; Aston Martin plans job cuts and reduced capital spending.
February 25, 2026
Eli Lilly stock price today: LLY slips as Zepbound pen rollout meets Novo’s trial, price-cut shocks
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Eli Lilly stock price today: LLY slips as Zepbound pen rollout meets Novo’s trial, price-cut shocks

Eli Lilly shares fell 0.8% to $1,033.36 by midday Wednesday after two days of volatility in obesity-drug stocks. The drop followed Novo Nordisk’s decision to cut U.S. list prices for Wegovy and Ozempic by up to 50% starting in 2027. Traders cited shifting focus from supply concerns to pricing pressure. Lilly recently launched a new four-dose KwikPen for its Zepbound weight-loss drug at $299 per month.
February 25, 2026
UnitedHealth stock rebounds as UNH dividend date lands and Hemsley option filing hits tape
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UnitedHealth stock rebounds as UNH dividend date lands and Hemsley option filing hits tape

UnitedHealth shares rose 2.8% to $281.50 by midday Wednesday after two days of declines. The company declared a $2.21-per-share quarterly dividend, payable March 17 to shareholders of record on March 9. A new SEC filing showed the board tightened stock option terms for chair and CEO Stephen Hemsley, requiring him to hold net shares until 2030.
February 25, 2026
Coherent (COHR) stock jumps 7% to a new high — why the shares are moving now
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Coherent (COHR) stock jumps 7% to a new high — why the shares are moving now

Coherent Corp shares rose over 7% to $273.26 by midday Wednesday, hitting a new 52-week high and surpassing average analyst price targets. The move outpaced broader indexes, with the Nasdaq up 1.17%. Morgan Stanley raised its target to $250 but kept a “Hold” rating. Coherent’s next major event is its Technology Innovation Briefing on March 17.
February 25, 2026
IBM stock price today: shares rebound as UBS upgrade helps steady post-AI selloff
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IBM stock price today: shares rebound as UBS upgrade helps steady post-AI selloff

IBM shares climbed 4% to $238.74 by midday Wednesday, rebounding after a 13% drop Monday triggered by concerns over AI tools automating COBOL code modernization. UBS upgraded IBM to Neutral, maintaining a $236 price target. The selloff followed a blog from Anthropic claiming AI could speed up mainframe code updates, raising fears for IBM’s consulting and services revenue. IBM disputed the impact, citing platform security and resilience.
February 25, 2026
Coinbase stock jumps after 24/5 U.S. stock trading rollout and Yahoo Finance tie-up
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Coinbase stock jumps after 24/5 U.S. stock trading rollout and Yahoo Finance tie-up

Coinbase shares jumped 11.8% to $181.10 Wednesday after opening U.S. stock and ETF trading to all eligible users. The platform now offers 24/5, zero-commission trading with $1 fractional shares, using Apex for clearing and custody. Traders are watching early adoption and management’s March 3 appearance at a Morgan Stanley conference. Bitcoin traded near $67,880, up 5% in 24 hours.
February 25, 2026
Applied Materials stock jumps near 52-week high as chip toolmakers rally ahead of Nvidia earnings
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Applied Materials stock jumps near 52-week high as chip toolmakers rally ahead of Nvidia earnings

Applied Materials shares rose 3.6% to $391.61 by late morning, trading near a 52-week high ahead of Nvidia’s earnings. Director Judy Bruner sold 3,969 shares on Feb. 23 at prices around $376–$378, according to a regulatory filing. Lam Research and KLA also gained as investors watched for signs of continued AI-driven demand in the chip sector.
February 25, 2026
Western Digital stock jumps 7% after S&P upgrade as debt cleanup hits filings
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Western Digital stock jumps 7% after S&P upgrade as debt cleanup hits filings

Western Digital shares jumped 7.5% to $290.79 in mid-morning trade after S&P raised its credit rating to BBB-, citing debt reduction and a net-cash outlook. SEC filings showed the company eliminated preferred stock and redeemed senior notes due 2029 and 2032. Chief Legal Officer Cynthia Tregillis sold 438 shares under a pre-arranged plan. Rival Seagate Technology also gained about 5.5%.
February 25, 2026
MercadoLibre stock tumbles as MELI hits 52-week low after Q4 results
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MercadoLibre stock tumbles as MELI hits 52-week low after Q4 results

MercadoLibre shares fell about 9% to $1,748.10 Wednesday, hitting a new 52-week low after fourth-quarter profit missed estimates. Net income reached $559 million, below analysts’ $587 million forecast, as heavy spending and a 90% jump in the credit portfolio squeezed margins. Operating margin dropped to 10.1% from 13.5% a year earlier. Cantor Fitzgerald and others cut their price targets after the results.
February 25, 2026
Nvidia stock in focus ahead of earnings as options price a 5% swing for NVDA
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Nvidia stock in focus ahead of earnings as options price a 5% swing for NVDA

Nvidia shares rose about 1% at Wednesday’s open, trading at $194.49 ahead of quarterly results due after the close. Options markets are pricing a 5.5% swing post-earnings, with traders focused on guidance, Blackwell chip production, and gross margins. Advanced Micro Devices announced a major AI chip deal with Meta on Tuesday, intensifying competition. Analyst estimates for Nvidia’s revenue hover near $66 billion.
February 25, 2026
Vertex (VERX) stock slips after Tuesday pop as insider buy and fresh 10-K hit tape
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Vertex (VERX) stock slips after Tuesday pop as insider buy and fresh 10-K hit tape

Vertex shares fell 1.1% to $13.12 in early Wednesday trading after jumping 10.2% the previous day. Director Eric Andersen disclosed buying 40,000 shares at an average $12.91 on Feb. 20. The company filed its annual report late Tuesday and expects 2026 revenue of $823.5 million to $831.5 million, with 25% cloud revenue growth. Investors await the next quarterly update in May.
February 25, 2026
Thomson Reuters stock in focus after $600 million buyback plan and $605 million cash return
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Thomson Reuters stock in focus after $600 million buyback plan and $605 million cash return

Thomson Reuters shares rose 1.6% premarket Wednesday after announcing a $600 million buyback and $605 million capital return, paired with a share consolidation. The stock surged 11% Tuesday after its AI tool CoCounsel reached one million users. The capital return plan needs shareholder and court approval, with a vote set for April 28. The buyback becomes effective February 27.
February 25, 2026
Westlake stock jumps 12% on earnings update — what WLK traders watch before the open
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Westlake stock jumps 12% on earnings update — what WLK traders watch before the open

Westlake shares jumped 12% to $104.17 Tuesday after the company reported a Q4 net loss of $544 million on $2.5 billion in sales, citing $511 million in shutdown and restructuring costs. CFO Steven Bender will retire once a successor is named. The board expanded to 14 members, adding CEO Jean-Marc Gilson and Bhavesh V. Patel as directors. Shares fell 2.6% after hours to $101.39.
February 25, 2026
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