Stock Movers Netflix Rises, Applovin Slumps, Intel Rises on Ratings Upgrade
Jan 20, 2026
Netflix is on the rise after securing an all-cash deal to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery’s studio and streaming business. Meanwhile, Applovin faces a slump, hit hard by a negative research report amidst a tech selloff. In contrast, Intel's shares are gaining traction thanks to an upgrade, driven by heightened demand for server CPUs from the growing field of artificial intelligence. Exciting movements in the market reflect the dynamic landscape of the tech industry!
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Netflix Switches To All-Cash Offer
- Netflix amended its bid to an all-cash offer for Warner Bros. Discovery's studio and streaming units to address competitive criticisms.
- The change aims to expedite the sale and counter Paramount's claim that its cash tender was superior.
AppLovin Faces Short Seller Pressure
- AppLovin shares fell after a negative report from CapitalWatch and amid broader tech weakness.
- Despite the selloff, analysts note AppLovin's fundamentals and AI-driven ad tools may support consensus sales.
Intel Gains From AI-Driven CPU Demand
- Intel rallied after upgrades citing agentic AI boosting server CPU demand and multiple analyst upgrades.
- Bloomberg Intelligence expects results near consensus but warns of conservative guidance due to supply constraints.