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USA Rare Earth shares surged after the company secured a $1.6 billion funding deal with the US Department of Commerce, with the government set to receive 16.1 million shares and warrants.

The Russell 2000 index of small-cap companies reached a record high, outperforming the S&P 500 for the 11th consecutive session, driven by growing optimism about the economy.

Lattice Semiconductor (LSCC) stock is soaring 5.9% due to a broad rally in semiconductor stocks at the start of the new year, driven by investor enthusiasm for artificial intelligence (AI).

Sarepta Therapeutics stock plummeted 34% following the release of disappointing trial data for two Duchenne muscular dystrophy treatments.

Pinterest's Q3 earnings missed analyst expectations, with adjusted EPS at 38 cents versus the anticipated 42 cents.

Wayfair's shares surged up to 25% after the company reported a 3Q beat and provided 4Q guidance that exceeded consensus estimates, driven by strong e-commerce performance and AI efforts.

Apple's market value has surpassed $4 trillion, making it the third public company to achieve this milestone, with shares rising up to 0.4%.

Sungrow Power Supply Co., a major renewable‑energy equipment maker, reported a sharp drop in first‑half profit and its shares fell sharply thereafter.

Higgsfield, an AI video startup founded by an ex-Snap executive, has secured a $1.3B valuation and reached a $200M annual revenue run rate, with an additional $80M raised in its Series A round.

The Dow hit a record high, driven by renewed AI optimism and a 'glass half full' approach to geopolitical developments, while chip stocks rallied with Nvidia's AI processor announcement.

Coinbase shares are experiencing a significant decline in sentiment, with a score of 17.2 out of 100, due to the 36% drop in price following Bitcoin's 17.8% decline from its November peak.

Paylocity CEO Jeff Williams sold 12,000 shares for $1.8 million, reducing his total stake while still holding $51.5 million in stock.