Market Pulse | Top Stories of the Week


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Here are our Top Stories of the Week for a snapshot of the most impactful news—from market developments to financial advancements. Let's get into it.

Netflix Surges as Paramount Wins Warner Deal

Published on February 27, 2026

Netflix (NFLX) rallied after walking away from its bid for Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), clearing the path for Paramount Skydance (PSKY) to secure a $111 billion deal and reshaping the streaming landscape.

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Nvidia Stock Falls Despite Record Earnings Beat

Published on February 26, 2026

Nvidia (NVDA) shares dropped sharply even after delivering stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter results and issuing robust guidance, as broader AI trade concerns weighed on market reaction.

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Cava Stock Soars on Q4 Beat, but Follow-Through Is the Next Test

Published on February 25, 2026

CAVA (CAVA) surged after beating fourth-quarter expectations and guiding to stronger 2026 comparable sales, highlighting how quickly sentiment can shift in the fast-casual space when forward visibility improves.

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AMD Stock Jumps on Multiyear Meta AI Deal

Published on February 24, 2026

AMD (AMD) stock surged after announcing a multiyear agreement with Meta (META) to supply up to 6 gigawatts of AI computing power, including a performance-based equity component that could give Meta up to a 10% stake.

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Home Depot Earnings Beat Lifts Shares

Published on February 24, 2026

Home improvement demand showed signs of stabilization.

Home Depot (HD) reported fourth-quarter results that exceeded Wall Street earnings expectations. The retailer also provided a cautious fiscal 2026 outlook as housing market pressures persist.

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Domino’s (DPZ) Rallies on Strong Sales, Dividend Hike

Published on February 24, 2026

Domino’s (DPZ) reported fourth-quarter revenue above expectations and continued U.S. market share gains, lifting shares higher. Despite solid comparable sales growth and a 15% dividend increase, the stock remains near a two-year low amid broader restaurant sector caution.

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PayPal Stock Jumps on Takeover Interest

Published on February 23, 2026

PayPal (PYPL) shares rose after reports of unsolicited takeover interest from potential buyers. The digital payments company has struggled with slowing growth and competition, while earnings estimate revisions and weak guidance continue to weigh on sentiment.

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Trump’s 15% Tariff Reset Reshapes Trade Map

Published on February 23, 2026

President Trump’s shift to a temporary 15% global tariff following a Supreme Court ruling is creating clear winners and losers. While overall US tariff rates decline, nations that negotiated lower deals now face increases, and markets are reacting to renewed trade uncertainty.

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What This Week’s Market Moves Revealed

Published on February 20, 2026

Across earnings, macro headlines, and sector shifts, markets repeatedly rewarded clarity and punished uncertainty. Whether in retail, tech, housing, or trade policy, the consistent pattern was selective participation and limited tolerance for disappointment.

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