Stock market news — Wednesday, 14 October 2026
464 headlines. Of the 387 with a specific market target, 149 were positive, 116 negative and 122 neutral — overall mood neutral. Most mentioned: SPY, NVDA, AAPL.
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CPI Inflation Overshoots, Putting Fed Hike In Play; S&P 500 Futures Fall, Yields Jump (Live Coverage)
September core CPI inflation rose more than expected, keeping an October Fed rate hike in play. Treasury yields jumped and S&P 500 futures fell.
Stock Market Today: Nasdaq Dives On Rate Hike Jitters, AI Woes; Taiwan Semi Earnings On Deck
The Dow Jones index wavers Wednesday on a surprise CPI inflation report. Bank of America plunges on earnings.
September's CPI Came in Hotter Than Expected and Geopolitical Tensions Climbed. Stocks Fell.
Traders believe there are higher chances that the Federal Reserve will hike rates in October's meeting, although they moderated their expectations throughout the day.
10-year Treasury yield dips as traders look ahead to Thursday economic reports
The 10-year Treasury note yield fell on Wednesday after climbing earlier in the day as traders awaited still more economic data Thursday.
Stocks and Bonds Fall on a Strong CPI Report
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) is down by -0.75% today, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down by -0.14%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -1.11%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ26 ) are down -0.80%,…
Dollar Advances and Gold Falls on a Hot US CPI Report
The dollar index (DXY00 ) rallied to a 1.5-year high today and is up by +0.61%. The dollar is advancing today on the stronger-than-expected US Sep CPI report, which bolsters speculation that the Fed will keep interest rates higher for…
Iran says it’s ‘counting the moments’ until it can strike U.S. warships; Saudi Aramco facilities attacked
Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia's Aramco reportedly came under fresh attack overnight.
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The AI trade is splintering as inflation fears rattle hyped-up tech stocks
Investors are wondering if steep inflation and increased borrowing costs could derail the AI buildout.
Tenaris produces new steel grade for Canadian energy operators
Company said it has invested more than C$355M in its Canadian operations since 2020 and in May 2026, announced a C$306M joint investment with the federal and Ontario governments.
‘Some people did everything right’: I lost my home in the Great Recession. I rent in my 50s. Why is that judged as failure?
”I earn $110,000 a year.”
You’re probably too invested in equities. Why a 60-40 portfolio is still the smart way to go.
For most of U.S. history, an all-stock and a 60-40 portfolio have run neck-and-neck for trailing 30-year returns.
Your Social Security check will rise an average of $75 a month — will it be able to keep up with inflation?
The 3.6% COLA for 2027 is aimed at helping more than 68 million beneficiaries keep pace with the cost of living
Big banks see risks in financing the AI boom, but are happy to keep writing the checks
The CEO’s the U.S.’s biggest banks all chimed in on the risks of related to the massive AI buildout, but how there’s still no sign that investments need to slow down.
Jim Cramer says don't give up on this unpredictable market. Here's why
Despite an unpredictable market, CNBC's Jim Cramer says it's important to stay invested.
CoreWeave’s AI bonds tumble, raising red flags for the wider market
CoreWeave’s bonds issued a few months ago fell to 81 cents on the dollar earlier Wednesday, yielding more than 15%.
From a record high to a 10% drop in just two months: Why small-cap stocks have unraveled so fast
Buckle up: Small-cap stocks just hit a market milestone they’d rather avoid.
Canadian Chrome Company launches First Nations advisory committee
The committee is aimed at increasing First Nations participation with regards to CCC’s Ring of Fire assets in Ontario.
Stock Market Today, Oct. 14: Skydance Warrants Begin Separate Trading Today: SKYD Stock Drops 24%
On Oct. 14, 2026, 470.7 million warrants split from Class B shares, triggering a technical price reset rather than fundamental business news.
Stock Market Today, Oct. 14: Plug Power Falls on Analyst Target Cuts and Concerns Over Rising Interest Rates
Today, Oct. 14, 2026, hydrogen fuel-cell stock tumbled 7% as two major firms slashed price targets citing adoption headwinds.
Got $5,000? 2 Stocks Supplying the AI Data Center Power Crunch.
McKinsey expects data center power demand to grow at a 24% annual rate through 2030.
Here's What a $10,000 Investment in Apple Stock Could Be Worth in 5 Years
Apple's stock has been a great performer over the past decade.
Dell Just Found Out What Gravity Feels Like
Dell shed $40 billion in market value as Barclays questioned whether its AI server boom is built on real demand or soaring memory prices.
Russia stocks lower at close of trade; MOEX Russia Index down 0.30%
Traders pile into 'bubble puts' on CoreWeave as neocloud stocks plunge
As a key corner of the artificial intelligence trade takes a beating on Wednesday, traders are betting it could get even worse.
The COLA wars are coming for Social Security
The annual cost-of-living adjustment may soon be capped, curtailed, means-tested or scrapped altogether under various proposals being actively considered
Does Beating The Market Prove Arista Is A Great Company?
Arista Networks (ANET) sells the network switches that link computers together. Its stock has outpaced the S&P 500 for five consecutive years. Investors often view a record like that as evidence of an exceptional business. Out of about…
Trump to appeal order blocking White House from banning MS NOW, CNN and Politico
U.S. District Judge Timothy Kelly had ruled that the three outlets targeted by President Donald Trump can keep their access to the White House complex.
Yemen’s Houthis vow more attacks on Saudi airports, oil facilities after Aramco HQ hit
OpenAI bugging suspect booked one-way ticket to Saudi Arabia with family before arrest
"Like countless Americans, Mr. Alfozan came to this country years ago as a young person with a dream," his criminal defense lawyer said Wednesday.
Microsoft Just Unveiled a Brand-New AI Chip. Could It Be the "Nvidia Killer" Everyone's Been Looking For?
It could, but not in the way you might think.
Global X Investments Canada Inc. Closes the Market
Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - October 14, 2026) - Rohit Mehta, President and Chief Executive Officer, Global X Investments Canada Inc. ("Global X") joined Graham MacKenzie, Managing Director, Exchange Traded Products, Toronto…
Is Honeywell International (HON) Cheap Following Its New AI Alliance Launch?
Honeywell International stock reacts to new AI alliance news Honeywell International (HON) unveiled Forge Cognition, an AI and simulation platform for managing physical facilities, built with technology from NVIDIA and Dell…
Stock Market Today, Oct. 14: Oracle Tumbles on Hotter CPI Data Lifting Treasury Yields
Today, Oct. 14, 2026, hotter-than-expected inflation data revived rate-hike bets, pressuring the enterprise software giant alongside lingering AI cloud expansion concerns.
Boron One boosts Serbia project economics in updated study
Canadian explorer has outlined a higher projected return, annual revenue and after-tax net present value.
Dow Jones Futures: Dell, AMD, CoreWeave Lead Market Sell-Off On AI Fears; Taiwan Semiconductor Due
The stock market tested key levels on Fed and AI fears. Dell, AMD, CoreWeave were big losers. Taiwan Semiconductor earnings loom.
OpenAI sued by 8 states over ChatGPT safety concerns
OpenAI is facing mounting scrutiny over its safety and security practices, including around how the company is working to protect children.
Dollar Ticks Up and Gold Slides on US Inflation News
The dollar index (DXY00 ) rallied to a 1.5-year high on Wednesday and finished up by +0.37%. The dollar advanced on Wednesday on the stronger-than-expected US Sep CPI report, which bolsters speculation that the Fed will keep interest…
Nat-Gas Prices Retreat as Warm US Temps Curb Heating Demand
November Nymex natural gas (NGX26 ) on Wednesday closed down -0.085 (-2.59%). Nat-gas prices fell from a 3-month nearest-futures high on Wednesday and settled sharply lower after forecasts for above-normal US temperatures sparked long…
Anthropic to add US voting information to Claude before midterms
US states seek children’s data protections in Character.AI bankruptcy
Perella Weinberg, Piper Sandler abandon merger talks, source says
Should You Be Worried About Take-Two Stock?
Shares of Take-Two Interactive Software (TTWO) have fallen 21% over the past twelve months, trailing the S&P 500 and its 21% return. Company executives still expect net bookings to grow about 20% in fiscal 2027, aided by the November…
Bank of America adds a profit miss to the misery of a $1.2 billion government fine
Bank of America’s stock falls as investor disappointment over the $1.2 billion government fine added to the bank’s downbeat earnings report.
Hyperliquid Just Fell 17% From Its All-Time High. Here's Why I'm Not Buying the Dip.
After hitting a new all-time high in September, Hyperliquid has cooled off considerably.
Update: Nasdaq, S&P 500 Fall for Third Straight Session Following Hot CPI Data
(Updates with market moves at the end of the day, and other changes, if any.) The Nasdaq Composit
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Apple Hits $5 Trillion Milestone as Rest of Tech Trade Falters. Can It Hold?
Apple now has a market cap of just over $5 trillion, making it the second most valuable company in the U.S. after Nvidia.
Parker to Webcast Annual Meeting of Shareholders on October 28, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern
CLEVELAND, Oct. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Parker Hannifin Corporation (NYSE: PH), the global leader in motion and control technologies, will webcast its Annual Meeting of Shareholders, which is scheduled for Wednesday, October 28,…
CoreWeave’s Debt is a Death Wish
CoreWeave’s debt hits $52B. Its Market Cap is $36B.
BlackRock now manages assets equal to half the size of the U.S. economy after 15% growth
Fund-management giant BlackRock said Wednesday that assets under management are nearly $15.5 trillion after growth of 15%.
Stocks Retreat on Sticky US Price Pressures
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) is down by -0.42% today, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down by -0.07%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.70%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ26 ) are down -0.61%,…
Crude Prices Rally as Middle East Hostilities Disrupt Energy Supplies
November WTI crude oil (CLX26 ) closed up +0.95 (+1.01%) on Wednesday, and November RBOB gasoline (RBX26 ) closed up +0.094 (+0.29%). Crude oil and gasoline prices extended this week’s rally on Wednesday, with crude oil posting a 2-week…
Rocket Lab stock falls after delaying Neutron rocket to 2027
Fastenal Company Q3 2026 Earnings Call Summary
Moby summary of Fastenal Company's Q3 2026 earnings call
BlackRock, Inc. Q3 2026 Earnings Call Summary
Moby summary of BlackRock, Inc.'s Q3 2026 earnings call
Cocoa Prices Edge Higher on Demand Strength
December ICE NY cocoa (CCZ26 ) closed up +2 (+0.03%) on Wednesday, and December ICE London cocoa #7 (CAZ26 ) closed up +25 (+0.58%). Cocoa prices extended this week’s rally on Wednesday, with NY cocoa posting a 1-month high and London…
Televisa’s AT&T Mexico deal boosts its challenge to America Movil
Dow Takes Over #374 Spot From Viatris
In the latest look at the underlying components of the S&P 500 ordered by largest market capitalization, Dow Inc (Symbol: DOW) has taken over the #374 spot from Viatris Inc (Symbol: VTRS), according to The Online Investor. Market…
CoreWeave shares tumble as bond yields near 15% on concern about AI borrowing binge
Shares of CoreWeave sank 15%, while yields in its bonds blew out further.
Relative Strength Alert For XPLR Infrastructure
Legendary investor Warren Buffett advises to be fearful when others are greedy, and be greedy when others are fearful. One way we can try to measure the level of fear in a given stock is through a technical analysis indicator called the…
Sugar Prices Fall on Long Liquidation Pressures
March NY world sugar #11 (SBH27 ) closed down -0.27 (-1.28%) on Wednesday, and December London ICE white sugar #5 (SWZ26 ) closed down -7.00 (-1.25%). Sugar prices gave up an early advance on Wednesday and moved sharply lower after a…
Supply Risks Boost Coffee Prices
December arabica coffee (KCZ26 ) closed up +5.35 (+1.83%) on Wednesday, and November ICE robusta coffee (RMX26 ) closed up +24 (+0.69%). Coffee prices moved higher on Wednesday on supply concerns. Last Friday, Colombia’s Coffee…
Eight US states sue OpenAI, claiming ChatGPT harms young users
Yum! Brands Takes Over #272 Spot From Workday
In the latest look at the underlying components of the S&P 500 ordered by largest market capitalization, Yum! Brands Inc (Symbol: YUM) has taken over the #272 spot from Workday Inc (Symbol: WDAY), according to The Online Investor.…
Meet the baby chasers — they’re transforming the housing market and solving the childcare crisis
Baby boomers have been the biggest force driving home sales over the last few years. Many of them are moving to be close to family, and in particular, their grandchildren.