Market Watch: AI Impact and Stock Volatility
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Feb 25 2026
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Source: CNBC
- Workday Stock Decline: Workday shares fell 9% this morning after issuing disappointing guidance, indicating an AI disruption threat that could lead to a secular slowdown as fewer products are billed per seat.
- HP Memory Crisis: HP Inc. anticipates double-digit unit declines in its personal computer division this year, with memory and storage costs rising from 15%-18% to 35%, resulting in a stock drop of over 5% this morning.
- Diageo Stock Plunge: Diageo shares plummeted 10% this morning after cutting its 2026 sales outlook and slashing its dividend to fund a turnaround plan under new CEO Dave Lewis, highlighting ongoing pressure in the alcohol sector.
- TJX Companies Earnings Beat: TJX Companies reported a fourth-quarter earnings beat with same-store sales up 5%, although its guidance for the future fell short of expectations, leading to only a slight premarket decline, as the management is known for underpromising and overdelivering.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
