Micron Technology is poised for further upside, driven by AI-led demand for High-Bandwidth Memory and robust Q1 FY26 results. MU's Q2 FY26 guidance signals 132% YoY revenue growth, 68% gross margins, and $8.42 EPS, far surpassing consensus expectations. Management has secured full-year 2026 HBM supply agreements, supporting strong earnings visibility and premium pricing power amid industry shortages.

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of ETHZilla Corporation (“ETHZilla” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: ETHZ) for violations of the securities laws. The investigation focuses on whether the Company issued false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose information pertinent to investors.

LyondellBasell Industries (LYB) faces significant EBITDA margin declines across all segments, driven by weak European demand and global automotive downturn. LYB's O&P International and APS segments reported negative profitability, with impairment charges signaling asset value concerns and ongoing sector headwinds. Long-term trends show negative CAGRs for EBITDA, operating income, and levered free cash flow, highlighting deteriorating fundamentals and capital intensity risks.

Partnership Kicks Off Around Martin Luther King Jr. Day to Honor the Life and Impact of Dr. King and Coretta Scott King ATLANTA, Jan. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As communities across the country prepare to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026, Clear Channel Outdoor (NYSE: CCO) has launched a strategic, multiphase partnership with The King Center, rooted in a shared commitment to honoring the life, legacy and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr and Coretta Scott King. Launching around MLK Day, the partnership will debut with a national digital billboard campaign that reflects the spirit of Dr. King's …

Verizon Communications is reiterated as a Buy here, supported by the cheap valuations, the richer dividend yields of 6.81%, and the promising operational restructuring under new management. The aggressive headcount reduction and pivot to franchised retail operations are expected to drive improved productivity and profitability starting in FY2026. This is especially since VZ now reports a market-leading revenue per employee at approximately $1.35M in FY2024, well above its telecom peers, with FY2026 likely to be higher.

AIR tops second-quarter earnings and sales estimates as strong Parts Supply growth and lower expenses drive double-digit revenue gains year over year.

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Granite Construction Incorporated remains a Strong Buy due to robust growth, relative undervaluation, and disciplined execution despite a modest guidance revision. GVA's recent acquisitions, Warren Paving and Papich Construction, significantly boosted both the Construction and Materials segment revenues, supporting continued expansion. Shares trade at a meaningful discount to peers, with upside potential of 48%–77% if GVA achieves average sector multiples.

Ormat Technologies expands its clean energy footprint with the Arrowleaf solar-plus-storage launch, boosting capacity, reliability and its long-term growth strategy in California.

Microsoft stock is up 13% in a year, slightly underperforming the broader S&P 500 index, up 18%. Investors are now reassessing the AI-driven growth expectations.

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of former investors of The AZEK Company (“AZEK”) who received shares in James Hardie Industries plc (“James Hardie” or “the Company”) (NYSE: JHX) in connection with James Hardie's acquisition of AZEK on July 1, 2025 (“Merger”).for violations of the securities laws. The investigation focuses on whether the Company issued false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose information pertinent to investors.

Elon Musk said that it would take several years before Nvidia can compete with Tesla's FSD technology. Nvidia announced Alpamayo, a family of open AI models for AV development, during the CES conference in Las Vegas.

ULTA, AEO, GAP and FIVE stand out as retail picks for 2026, driven by brand strength, loyalty and innovation.

Micron Technology has a remarkable history of rapid rallies, witnessing the stock price increase by over 50% in less than two months on several occasions, particularly in significant years such as 2013 and 2020. Furthermore, it has delivered gains exceeding 30% in similar brief periods multiple times.

Analog Devices surged by 5.6% in the last day. You might feel inclined to acquire more or reduce your exposure.

Astera Labs receives an initial 'buy' rating, driven by robust growth prospects and strategic positioning across multiple data center connectivity ecosystems. ALAB's flexibility is evident in its participation with UALink, NVLink, and Ethernet, reducing ecosystem dominance risks and broadening its addressable market. Despite a premium P/S multiple, ALAB's high growth rate and strong gross margins justify a valuation above peers, with analyst revenue estimates reaching $1.3B by FY26.

NEW YORK, Jan. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Integrated Media Technology Limited (NASDAQ: IMTE) ("IMTE" or the "Company"), an Australian company, today announced that on December 30, 2025, the Company received a notification letter (the "Notification Letter") from the Listings Qualifications Department of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC ("Nasdaq") regarding a failure to meet Nasdaq's minimum bid price requirements. The Notification Letter informed the Company that the minimum closing bid price per share for its common stock was below $1.00 for a period of 30 consecutive business days and that the Company did not meet the minimum bid price requirement set …