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Wendy's plans to close 300–360 U.S. stores in 2026 (about 5–6% of its outlets) to boost profitability at remaining locations; interim CEO Ken Cook says closures will improve sales and profits, a move that sent shares higher. The company reported U.S. sales fell more than 11% in Q4 2025 as rising costs and higher prices squeezed consumers, especially those in lower-income brackets, prompting Wendy's to lean more on value offerings.
Nintendo’s shares fell over 10% after quarterly revenue missed estimates as a rare memory-chip shortage raises costs and could squeeze margins, even though profit rose 24% and revenue climbed 86% on solid Switch 2 sales. The company kept its full-year Switch 2 outlook, but investors worry about long-term component costs. With upcoming titles like Mario Tennis Fever and Pokopia and a Super Mario Galaxy movie planned, Nintendo hopes to sustain momentum, though analysts say 2026 could be pivotal for broad Switch appeal.
UnitedHealth Group dropped about 20% after it forecast a at-least-2% revenue decline for 2026 and issued a subdued earnings outlook (EPS at least $17.75, medical-care ratio ~88.8%), while a smaller-than-expected Medicare Advantage rate increase and ongoing investigations added to investor concern.
GameStop insiders, led by CEO/Chairman Ryan Cohen, bought about 1 million shares across Jan 20–21 for roughly $21.36 million, with director Alain Attal adding 12,000 shares. Trading in the low $20s amid volatility, the buys could bolster sentiment and help establish a near-term price floor around $21 as the company pursues cost cuts and cash preservation.
Ubisoft's sweeping 'reset' closes two studios, cancels six games (including the Sands of Time remake) and delays several others, sending its shares down 34% to the lowest level in 15 years. The publisher is reorganizing into five creative houses to focus on major franchises, revising its full-year net bookings guidance, and contends with a lawsuit from former Assassin's Creed chief Marc-Alexis Côté; rumors persist about an Assassin's Creed Black Flag remake.
Netflix stock has fallen about 38% from its all-time high amid uncertainty over its $82.7 billion all-cash bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, concerns about debt and deal certainty, even as Q4 results beat on revenue and margins and the streaming market remains highly competitive (YouTube led total TV watch time).
BitMine Immersion Technologies' stock has dropped 10% following a massive share authorization plan, leadership changes, and ongoing governance concerns, while the company continues to focus on Ethereum accumulation and staking infrastructure, raising questions about dilution and investment risks.
Investor concerns over Oracle's high debt levels have led to a nearly 50% drop in its stock price since September, affecting its projects and causing related tech stocks and major indexes to decline. Asset manager Blue Owl Capital withdrew from Oracle's $10 billion data center project, raising fears of project delays, including those for OpenAI. Despite recent setbacks, Bank of America suggests the AI sector may still grow into 2026, though risks of a bubble remain.
Broadcom reported strong quarterly earnings with revenue and EPS beating estimates, and maintained a bullish outlook, but its stock dropped 11% due to concerns over margin compression from rising AI-chip demand. Morgan Stanley reaffirmed its buy rating and increased its price target from $443 to $462, citing a strong long-term setup despite short-term volatility.
Microsoft's stock (MSFT) declined after the company announced it would cut its AI software sales quotas, impacting investor confidence and stock performance.
Papa John's stock surged 14% on reports that it is nearing a $65 per share sale to TriArtisan Capital, with discussions progressing toward an agreement, though no deal has been finalized.
Qualcomm is expected to report strong Q4 earnings with a potential dividend-based income strategy where investors could earn $500 monthly by investing approximately $291,235 in the stock, which offers a 2.06% dividend yield. The article discusses how dividend yields fluctuate with stock price changes and highlights recent stock price movements amid market volatility following a Fed rate cut.
Tesla's upcoming shareholder meeting could significantly impact its stock, especially if investors reject Elon Musk's $1 trillion pay package, potentially causing a more than 10% drop in TSLA shares and raising questions about Musk's future role in the company.
Netflix announced a 10-for-1 stock split effective November 17, which could make shares more accessible to retail investors and potentially boost the stock price. The move, along with possible acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery assets, has led to positive sentiment and a 'Moderate Buy' rating from Wall Street, with a target price suggesting a 19% upside.
Netflix announced a 10-for-1 stock split, which doesn't change the total value of holdings but makes shares more accessible and potentially boosts investor interest. The company's strong financial growth, upcoming content releases, and strategic stock split are positive indicators for investors, though the split alone doesn't signal a buy. Overall, Netflix's robust performance and future prospects make it a compelling investment.