Uncle Sam may have just launched the most unconventional ETF on Wall Street (hypothetical, of course). With equity stakes in Intel Corp (NASDAQ:INTC) and Lithium Americas Corp (NYSE:LAC), the U.S. government is shifting from backroom subsidies to front-row ownership — and investors are taking notice.Track INTC stock here.In recent weeks, President Donald Trump‘s administration finalized a nearly 10% stake in Intel, restructuring $8.9 billion in CHIPS Act grants into common stock, and took a 5% equity positi ...

Market Overview - Wall Street remains largely unfazed by the U.S. government shutdown, with the S&P 500 rising 0.2%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average adding 20 points, and the Nasdaq composite increasing by 0.3% [1] - The bond market saw a significant drop in Treasury yields, influenced by disappointing employment data [2][11] Employment Data - The ADP Research survey indicated a loss of 32,000 jobs outside the government, with the Midwest particularly affected, and a downward revision of August's employment figures from a gain of 54,000 to a loss of 3,000 [2][4] - The upcoming Labor Department report is expected to be delayed due to the government shutdown, increasing uncertainty in the job market [4][5] Company Performance - Peloton Interactive's stock fell by 8.6% following a lukewarm reception to its new AI and computer vision system [6] - Corteva's shares dropped 8.3% after announcing a split into two companies, one focusing on seeds and the other on crop protection [7] - Cal-Maine Foods experienced a 2.4% decline as its quarterly profit and revenue fell short of analysts' expectations [7] - Conversely, Nike's stock rose 4.9% after exceeding profit expectations, driven by strong apparel sales in North America [8] - Lithium Americas saw a significant stock increase of 26.1% after the U.S. government approved a $2.26 billion loan, with the Department of Energy taking an ownership stake [9] Economic Indicators - The yield on the 10-year Treasury fell to 4.11% from 4.16%, reflecting expectations for potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve due to weaker-than-expected payroll and manufacturing data [11]

Lithium Americas (LAC) shares are up more than 25% on Wednesday after the U.S. government confirmed plans of taking a minority equity stake in the Vancouver-headquartered lithium miner. The Department of Energy (DOE) has decided in favor of acquiring 5% of the company as well as its Thacker Pass project in Nevada, according to U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright. More News from Barchart Following today’s rally, Lithium Americas stock is up more than 200% versus its year-to-date low. www.barchart.com    ...

Key Points The U.S. government wants to boost domestic lithium supply in the nation. It just bought a stake in Lithium Americas to advance its key lithium project. Can Standard Lithium be the next target? 10 stocks we like better than Standard Lithium › Standard Lithium (NYSEMKT: SLI) stock surged 10% through 11:30 a.m. ET Wednesday following the explosive rally in shares of rival Lithium Americas (NYSE: LAC) on a significant development. Investors are hoping Standard Lithium is next in line for a ...

Lithium Miner, Lithium Americas Corp. (TSX: LAC) (NYSE: LAC), Stock Trends on GM, DOE News Investorideas.com (www.investorideas.com Newswire) a top 100 rated investment site for retail investors following mining stocks issues a trading and news alert for  Lithium Americas Corp. (TSX: LAC) (NYSE: LAC) . The stock is trending on news today, currently trading at 7.11, up 1.39, gaining 24.43% on volume of over 140 Million shares on the NYSE, as of this report. Lithium Americas today announced that toge ...

Market Overview - U.S. stock markets showed resilience despite a government shutdown and disappointing employment data, with major indexes stabilizing and some turning positive by midday [1][2] - The S&P 500 was virtually unchanged, the Nasdaq Composite remained flat, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average added 18 points, indicating a quick market adjustment to the shutdown [3] Economic Data - The ADP Employment Report revealed a surprising decline of 32,000 jobs in September, contrasting with expectations of a 45,000 increase, marking the largest drop in private payrolls in two and a half years [5] - The ISM Manufacturing Index indicated weaker-than-expected manufacturing activity, contributing to a challenging economic backdrop [6] Upcoming Economic Reports - The government shutdown is anticipated to delay key economic reports, including weekly jobless claims and the Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation data, adding uncertainty for investors [7] Company News and Stock Movements - Nike's shares surged over 4% after exceeding analysts' expectations for profit and revenue, driven by strong growth in North America [8] - Lithium Americas Corp's stock jumped over 25% following confirmation of a $2.26 billion loan from the U.S. government [8] - Nvidia rallied after CoreWeave announced a $14.2 billion AI cloud deal with Meta Platforms, with Nvidia reportedly surpassing a $4.5 trillion valuation [12] - UiPath's stock rose more than 8% due to partnerships with major tech companies for AI-driven automation [12] - Pfizer led gains in the S&P 500 after reaching an agreement to cut drug prices [12] - Rocket Companies completed a $14.2 billion acquisition of Mr. Cooper Group, uniting major players in the mortgage sector [12] - Corteva's shares declined by 6.6% after announcing a split into two independent companies [12] - Cal-Maine Foods fell by 1.6% after missing quarterly profit and revenue expectations [12] - Reddit Inc's stock dropped 8.2% due to reduced usage of its content in ChatGPT responses [12] - United Natural Foods, Inc. soared 18.5% after reporting fourth-quarter revenues that exceeded estimates [12]

Shares of Lithium Americas Corp (NYSE:LAC) soared in early trading on Wednesday after the company announced an agreement with the U.S. Department of Energy, in conjunction with General Motors Co (NYSE:GM).Here are some key analyst takeaways:Wedbush analyst Daniel Ives maintained a Neutral rating, while raising the price target from $5 to $8.JPMorgan analyst Bill Peterson does not have a rating on the stock.Check out other analyst stock ratings.Wedbush: Lithium Americas has reached a non-binding agreement wi ...

Economic Indicators - The ADP Research report indicated that US private employers cut 32,000 jobs in September, with the Midwest experiencing the largest losses [4][6] - The August employment figure was revised down to a loss of 3,000 jobs from a previously reported gain of 54,000 [4][6] - Analysts noted that the ADP survey has a smaller sample size compared to the government's monthly jobs report, which may affect its accuracy [4][6] Market Reactions - Treasury yields fell sharply, with the 10-year Treasury yield dropping to 4.09% from 4.16% and the two-year yield falling to 3.53% from 3.60% [5][6] - The S&P 500 fell 0.3%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average declined by 51 points (0.1%), and the Nasdaq composite dropped 0.4% [5][6] Company Performance - Cal-Maine Foods saw a 2.6% decline in stock price after reporting quarterly profits and revenues below analyst expectations, despite achieving its strongest-ever first quarter [5][6] - Nike's stock rose by 4.7% after surpassing profit estimates, driven by strong North American apparel sales [5][6] - Lithium Americas surged 22.5% after the US Department of Energy approved access to a $2.26 billion loan in exchange for an ownership stake [5][6] International Markets - International markets showed mixed performance, with European indexes rising following a varied session in Asia [5]

Key Takeaways The Smackover region is emerging as a key North American source of lithium supply.Chevron's move marks its first step into commercial lithium production.The strategy blends operational know-how with new tech for long-term growth.Chevron Corporation ((CVX) has taken a bold step into the lithium sector, acquiring roughly 125,000 acres in the Smackover Formation across Texas and Arkansas. Long known for its oil history, this region is now emerging as one of North America’s most promising lithium ...

"Angel Island's addition to the FAST-41 Transparency program is a significant milestone for Century Lithium," said Bill Willoughby, CEO of Century Lithium. "It signals strong federal interest in advancing secure domestic lithium supply and provides greater permitting certainty to our stakeholders and future project partners." In August 2025, Angel Island was formally designated as a FAST-41 Transparency project under the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act, a US federal initiative designed to impro ...