5 Things To Know: February 9, 2026

Group 1 - Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lie sentenced to 20 years in prison under a national security law, impacting the political landscape of the city [1] - President Trump endorses NextStar's proposed $6.2 billion acquisition of Tegna, with Tegna shares rising by approximately 4.8% [2] - Novo Nordisk shares increase by 6.7% after Hims and Hers announces it will withdraw its copycat weight loss pill from the market, while Hims and Hers shares drop by about 15% [3] Group 2 - Fintech company Block may lay off up to 10% of its workforce, indicating potential restructuring [4] - Kroger plans to hire former Walmart US CEO Greg Forand as its next chief, following a year-long search for a permanent leader after the ousting of Rodney McMullen [4] - Kroger shares rise by approximately 5.25% following the news of the leadership change [4]