Stock Movers Asta Surges, Swatch Rises, Experian Gains
Jan 30, 2026
Louise Moon, Breaking News editor at Bloomberg who covers market-moving company stories. She breaks down Asta Energy’s blockbuster IPO debut and why demand surged. She outlines Swatch’s rebound and growth outlook amid China and tariff pressures. She covers Experian’s $1 billion buyback and the market reaction around AI and credit scoring.
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Copper Plays Attract IPO Frenzy
- Asta Energy's IPO demand reflects strategic interest in copper-based equipment for the energy transition.
- The stock opened 46% above the offer price, showing strong investor appetite for energy-transition supply plays.
Demand Rebound Lifts Swatch Outlook
- Swatch's outlook improved after a rebound in demand in the second half of 2025 despite earlier market headwinds.
- Encouraging revenue trends outweighed a miss on operating profit and lifted the stock sharply.
Geopolitics And Tariffs Hurt Watch Sales
- Swatch has faced China weakness and higher U.S. tariffs, which pressured its shares and increased short interest.
- The recent growth signal suggests those headwinds may be easing and investor sentiment is shifting.